Geja's Cafe Wins Diner's Choice for 'Romantic Restaurant'
By: Nicole Rosky Dec. 20, 2010
Geja's Café, 340 W. Armitage, was recently named one of Illinois' "Top Ten Most Romantic Restaurants" as voted on by over a half million OpenTable diners. OpenTable, the San Francisco-based online restaurant reservations organization, ensures that the Diner's Choice Award ratings are unique in that all feedback is highly qualified, unbiased and fresh.
Additionally, earlier this year, OpenTable selected Geja's Café as one of the "Nation's 50 Most Romantic Restaurants" in its 2010 Diners' Choice Awards. OpenTable staffers sifted through several million reviews posted by diners in 2009. More than 10,000 restaurants across the country were considered when compiling their list.
The Chicago institution has been the site of over 127,671 first dates and 15,464 engagements and diners have enjoyed more than 290 tons of cheese fondue and over 926,187 bottles of wine in Geja's forty-five year history. Known for romantic fondue dining - food one prepares and shares - and an extensive list of fine, moderately priced wines, Geja's Café features over 20 different types of fondue entrees including cheese fondue and chocolate dessert fondue.
The chemistry behind what makes Geja's Café Chicago's most romantic restaurant is no accident according to Geja's Managing Partner, Jeff Lawler. "Our goal at Geja's is to create the ideal experience for our clientele. We combine all the ingredients - intimate atmosphere, fine wine, live music, special accommodations, plus delicious fondues - into the perfect recipe for romance."
An enchanting wine cellar atmosphere, private booths, and subdued lighting contribute to its intimate surroundings. Live flamenco and classical guitarists provide romantic accompaniment. Hours for Geja's Café are Monday through Thursday, 5 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.; Friday, 5 p.m. to 11p.m.; Saturday, 5 p.m. to 11:30; Sunday, 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Valet parking is available. For more information, please call 773.281.9101, or visit Geja's on-line at www.gejascafe.com.
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