great food, done right.
It all started with a handshake…
and maybe a meatball or two.
Paulie’s a born-and-bred New Yorker. He grew up where the sauce was sacred, the steaks were prime, and every restaurant had a guy named Tony in the back making magic happen. With decades of experience in the restaurant world, Paulie knows his way around a kitchen, a dining room, and a wine list. He brings the East Coast flavor—the bold, the rich, the unforgettable.
Then there’s Jamie, Johnny, and Jake—three Chicago boys through and through. Jamie's a maestro of hospitality, with years in entertainment and service under his belt. He’s the guy who knows how to make you feel like the most important person in the room (even if you’re just there for the meatballs). Johnny and Jake? These two built more than just businesses—they built reputations. From construction to all things entrepreneurial, they know how to take a big idea and make it concrete. Literally.
Despite different backgrounds, what brought these four together wasn’t just business—it was family. Not by blood, but by choice. The kind of bond forged over late-night meals, long talks about life, and a shared belief that if you treat your people right, the rest will follow.
And so, 69 Prime was born.
Named with a wink and a nod, our Italian steakhouse is more than just a restaurant. It’s the intersection of New York attitude and Chicago heart. It’s where prime cuts meet house-made pastas, where the playlist is just as curated as the wine list, and where the vibe is equal parts old-school and fresh.
Our team is our family. Our customers are our family. And when you walk through our doors, you’re not just getting dinner—you’re getting decades of experience, passion, and pride served on a plate.
At 69 Prime, we don’t just serve meals—we serve memories. And if you're lucky, maybe even a meatball from Paulie’s secret stash.
