CEO

The mind behind it all, Chris has owned Sangiovese since the summer of 2007. After a rich history of restaurant ownership, he went all in to Sangiovese and never looked back! With a heartfelt emphasis on culture and atmosphere, Chris has fostered a community that feels like family - in our staff and customers alike! He continues to wow the Indy food scene with well curated dining experiences, from unique wine offerings to beautifully crafted spaces. He also has spearheaded matadoronmain.com - a Spanish Tapas restaurant in Carmel!

Chris also loves to travel and spend time with his family, whether it’s snowboarding, wine tasting, or just enjoying a meal with his crew.

Administrative Director

Where would we be without Connie? A beloved long time employee, Connie started working here as a bartender in 2007, while studying at IUPUI. (Fun fact - she worked with us at Ironworks through both of her pregnancies - and her boys are now teenagers!)

She is now the queen of the behind the scenes that allows Sangiovese to be what it is. And though she’s not bartending anymore, she could still set you up with your new favorite beverage - her’s being a nice glass of Brunello.

Francisco "Cisco” Garcia - Executive Chef

If you've ever heard someone mention "Chef Cisco's heat"—the secret behind our famous meatballs—now you can put a name to the magic. Francisco Garcia, better known as Chef Cisco, is the mastermind behind our menu.

Chef Cisco also leads our kitchen team with skill and composure, keeping everything running smoothly even during the busiest services. His calm leadership and attention to detail ensure that every plate that leaves the kitchen meets our standards of quality and excellence.

General Manager The Yard

Jessica brings energy & wit to our team at Sangiovese! As an experienced hospitality professional, she has a natural gift for creating exceptional customer experiences and leading her team with true care.

A passionate wine enthusiast, Jessica has visited Italy's Chianti region and surrounding areas. Her journey through Tuscany's legendary vineyards gave her an even more extensive knowledge of Italian wines, and she loves sharing stories and recommendations from her travels.

Manager The Yard

Brad has worked at the Fishers location since it opened! Passionate about hospitality, he's worked in the service industry for 18 years. He continues to expand his love for the restaurant world at Sangiovese through relationships, loving especially when customers come back time & again.

In his free time, you can find Brad traveling, spending time with family, or watching soccer (Especially Manchester City!)

General Manager, Ironworks

Josie joined the Sangiovese family in the summer of 2021 and has been a cornerstone of our team ever since. She has a natural gift for creating a calm, joyful dining experience.

Stop by The Yard Ironworks and you'll likely find Josie making the rounds, checking in with guests, or sharing a laugh with the team. She brings authenticity and heart to everything she does..

Fun fact - Josie studied journalism and is an incredible writer! She writes for a local newspaper!

Chef Ironworks

Martin has worked for Sangiovese for six years! He keeps things moving in the kitchen with ease, and always brings joy to the kitchen!

When he isn’t making beautiful Italian dishes with us, he can make an impressive taco at home. He also loves the Colts!

Chef Ironworks

Jose has been working with Sangiovese for eight years, working at the Ironworks location! You can always count on him to crack a joke or two throughout a shift (;

He works hard to keep our kitchen efficient and consistant!

Chef The Yard

Bio Coming Soon!