Gregg Horan builds steakhouse success in the suburbs

About this episode

Gregg Horan discusses his experience in the steakhouse industry and the success of his new restaurant, The Greggory, in the suburbs.

Gregg Horan knows steakhouses. As a longtime partner in Gibsons—one of Chicago's most iconic steak destinations—he's spent years mastering the art of high-end dining. But a little over a year ago, he took a bold step: opening The Greggory in South Barrington, Illinois, bringing fine dining to the suburbs. And it's working. Want more from Pat Cobe? https://www.restaurantbusinessonline.com/profile/patricia-cobe Subscribe to RB newsletters: https://www.restaurantbusinessonline.com/newsletters Subscribe to NRN newsletters: https://www.nrn.com/subscription-portal To learn more about Del Montes new fruit sauces and try a sample, visit ⁠https://www.delmontefoodservice.com/products/fruit-sauces?utm_campaign=Fruit_Sauces&utm_source=MenuTalk&utm_medium=Podcast&utm_content=040726_Graphic&utm_id=pm#requestForm⁠

People in this episode

Host: Pat Cobe

Guest: Gregg Horan

Topics covered

• steakhouses
• fine dining
• restaurant success
• suburban dining
• Gibsons
• Gregg Horan

Keywords

• steakhouse
• fine dining
• restaurant
• Gregg Horan
• Gibsons
• South Barrington
• success
• dining

Sponsors

Del Monte

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Gibsons

Places: South Barrington, Illinois

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