The Ginocchio

The Ginocchio is a three-story brick building with a prominent corner tower and decorative woodwork located on Washington Avenue in Marshall. The structure features numerous large windows and currently operates as an upscale restaurant serving steaks and seafood.

The building was designed in 1896 by architect C.G. Lancaster and originally served railroad passengers and visitors to town. It reflects an era when stations and their surrounding buildings were vital hubs for arriving and departing guests.

The building reflects the era when railroad passengers stayed and dined in refined establishments as part of their travels. Its placement across from the depot shows how closely the town's business life was tied to rail transportation.

The restaurant is situated near the railroad depot and easy to reach on foot from downtown. Visitors should know it operates as an upscale establishment, so casual attire may not be appropriate and reservations are recommended during busy hours.

The name comes from the Ginocchio family, who operated the establishment for many years and gave it their distinctive surname. This family legacy remains visible in how the place is known and remembered in the town.

Location: Texas

Location: Marshall

Inception: 1896

Address: N. Washington and Ginocchio St.

GPS coordinates: 32.55200,-94.36750

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:26