A hidden Italian gem with Chicago roots, celebrity stories, and recipes passed down for generations. 🍝🍕

Joy heads to Mr. Gilberti’s Place near Branson to sit down with Susan Gilberti and current owner James “Andy” Tolliver. The restaurant started with a Chicago pizza background and has grown into a beloved Ozarks institution with deep-dish pizza, homemade pasta, and recipes that have stood the test of time.

Along the way, you’ll hear incredible stories about the restaurant’s history, how Andy grew up learning in the kitchen, and the famous faces who’ve stopped in over the years including Andy Williams, Tony Orlando, Clay Cooper, and more.

It’s a warm conversation about food, second chances, and the kind of neighborhood restaurant that keeps people coming back for decades. ❤️ Pull up a chair and Savor the Ozarks.

Thanks to our sponsors, Fazoli's, Jimm's Steakhouse and Pub, and Kitchenland USA! 

A hidden Italian gem with Chicago roots, celebrity stories, and recipes passed down for generations. 🍝🍕
Joy heads to&nbsp;Mr. Gilberti&rsquo;s Place&nbsp;near Branson to sit down with Susan Gilberti and current owner James &ldquo;Andy&rdquo; Tolliver. The restaurant started with a Chicago pizza background and has grown into a beloved Ozarks institution with deep-dish pizza, homemade pasta, and recipes that have stood the test of time.
Along the way, you&rsquo;ll hear incredible stories about the restaurant&rsquo;s history, how Andy grew up learning in the kitchen, and the famous faces who&rsquo;ve stopped in over the years including&nbsp;Andy Williams, Tony Orlando, Clay Cooper, and more.
It&rsquo;s a warm conversation about food, second chances, and the kind of neighborhood restaurant that keeps people coming back for decades. ❤️ Pull up a chair and Savor the Ozarks.
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Savor The Ozarks, hosted by Joy Robertson, is a weekly podcast about the culinary scene around the Ozarks and beyond. Joy will share stories, talk with restaurant owners, and give special insight into beloved, local restaurants. Join Joy on her passionate journey to Savor The Ozarks!

Savor The Ozarks, hosted by Joy Robertson, is a weekly podcast about the culinary scene around the Ozarks and beyond. Joy will share stories, talk with restaurant owners, and give special insight into beloved, local restaurants. Join Joy on her passionate journey to Savor The Ozarks!

Savor The Ozarks

Savor The Ozarks, hosted by Joy Robertson, is a weekly podcast about the culinary scene around the Ozarks and beyond. Joy will share stories, talk with restaurant owners, and give special insight into beloved, local restaurants. Join Joy on her passionate journey to Savor The Ozarks!

Savor The Ozarks, hosted by Joy Robertson, is a weekly podcast about the culinary scene around the Ozarks and beyond. Joy will share stories, talk with restaurant owners, and give special insight into beloved, local restaurants. Join Joy on her passionate journey to Savor The Ozarks!