First, it was daughter Gina with her West Loop spot Mad Social, and now another apple lands close to the tree as Anthony Stefani, son of storied restaurateur Phil Stefani, prepares to launch his first restaurant. It’s still in its preliminary stages, but expect pizza and a bustling new concept at 605 North Wells Street in River North.

Though he spent much of his youth busing, food-running, and cashiering at restaurants, this is the first restaurant job of Anthony’s adult career. As he did with Gina, Phil encouraged his son to explore other industries before returning to the family biz. Fresh off a five-year stint with the Blackhawks’ corporate sponsorships department, Anthony brings a lifelong love for Italy to his new venture. Of the food he’ll serve, he teases, “We have an idea of a very unique style pizza to bring to the table.”