Maggiano's Little Italy

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Maggiano's Little Italy[edit | edit source]

Maggiano's Little Italy is a popular Italian-American restaurant chain in the United States. It was founded in 1991 by Rich Melman and is currently owned by Brinker International. The restaurant offers classic Italian dishes in a warm and inviting atmosphere.

History[edit | edit source]

Maggiano's Little Italy first opened its doors in Chicago, Illinois in 1991. The restaurant quickly gained popularity for its generous portions of Italian-American cuisine and family-style dining experience. Due to its success, the chain expanded rapidly and now has locations in various states across the country.

Menu[edit | edit source]

Maggiano's Little Italy offers a diverse menu that showcases traditional Italian dishes with a modern twist. Some of their popular menu items include:

  • Spaghetti and Meatballs: A classic Italian dish consisting of spaghetti pasta served with homemade meatballs and marinara sauce.
  • Chicken Parmesan: Breaded chicken breast topped with melted cheese and served with spaghetti marinara.
  • Lasagna: Layers of pasta, meat sauce, and a blend of cheeses, baked to perfection.
  • Tiramisu: A traditional Italian dessert made with layers of ladyfingers soaked in coffee and layered with a sweet mascarpone cream.

Locations[edit | edit source]

Maggiano's Little Italy has over 50 locations across the United States. Some of the major cities where you can find a Maggiano's restaurant include:

Awards and Recognition[edit | edit source]

Maggiano's Little Italy has received numerous awards and recognition for its outstanding cuisine and dining experience. Some of the notable accolades include:

  • Winner of the "Best Italian Restaurant" by the readers of Restaurant Business magazine.
  • Recipient of the "Diners' Choice Award" by OpenTable for several consecutive years.
  • Featured in the "Top 100 Restaurants in America" list by OpenTable.

References[edit | edit source]

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD