Prior to opening Gordo's, Raymond Gordo, a Norwood native, has worked under Cincinnati's Famous Chef, Jean-Robert de Cavel. Raymond has over sixteen years in the restaurant business; working in some of Cincinnati’s most esteemed establishments. Some of Raymond Gordo's accomplishments are:

• Served as Sous Chef at Pho Paris.
• Chef of Cuisine by Jean-Robert featured at Currents at the Newport Aquarium.
• Owner of Gordo's Pub and Grill.

Click on the following links to hear what the foodies are saying about Gordo's

• Campbell's Scoop: Gordo's: "The burgers are totally high-class."
• Citybeat: Gordo's Pub & Grill (Review): "Gordo’s is one of the most laid-back, reasonably priced, friendly and creative bars I’ve been to in a long time. Plus, the food is downright delicious. To not like it would just be un-American."
• Metromix: Inside Gordo's Pub & Grill: "Gordo doesn't kid around with pub food, a testament to his Jean-Robert influence."
• BuyCincy: Gordo's - A Burgerriffic Addition to Norwood: "The food is good and it's definitely on the 'go back' list."
• LivingCincinnati: Gordo’s in Norwood: "I was extremely delighted to see 'upscale bar food' and not have the same “run-of-the-mill” bar experience. I happily enjoyed the 'Jean Robert burger;' a delicious 1/2 lb burger mixed with bacon, blue cheese and topped with a grape compote and goat cheese. Pure gastronomic delight!"
• Cincinnati Enquirer: Building better burgers: "...takes a neighborhood burger and fries to a whole new level."
• Handbaskethell.com:Gordo’s, Reviewed by Mazzy May: "Never, in a million years, would I ever consider a burger 'Gourmet'...but I can honestly say, that the Hamburgers they'll serve you at Gordo's will make you feel like you are dining in a five star restaurant."

Plans are in the works to create an outdoor patio in the rear of the building, which was built in 1930.