He is as instantly recognizable as his restaurants: Giuseppe Grisafi, a.k.a. “Joey G,” has been a Lehigh Valley tastemaker for over 15 years. After graduating from Emmaus High School in 2000, Joey G went to work full-time, operating both Taste of Italy Ristorante from 2001–2009 and Roma Ristorante in 2010 with his father, Nick.
In 2013, Joey designed, general contracted, and began operating one of the Lehigh Valley's finest restaurants, Corked Wine Bar, Steak House & Nightclub, in Bethlehem. His newest establishment, Joey G's Italian Kitchen, opened in August 2016. Located in Whitehall, Joey G's was also designed and general contracted by Joey himself—he can even be seen making pizzas or cooking on the line on a daily basis!
“I have a passion for the restaurant business; not just the cooking and hospitality end, but the construction and design end as well. My next step will be opening a company that helps people achieve their dreams without breaking the bank. If you're looking to open a culinary establishment, I'd be more than happy to assist you,” he says. Until then, visit Corked for wines by the glass, prime USDA steaks and fresh, daily-delivered seafood or stop into Joey G's Italian Kitchen for some classic, traditional Italian fare.
515 Main St., Bethlehem | 610.625.9463 | corkedwinebar.com
1063 Grape St., Whitehall | 610.443.0749 | facebook.com/joeygitalian
