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Maggiano's Little Italy Menu Prices 2026: Full List, Classics & Deals

Full Maggiano's Little Italy menu prices for 2026 — every category, every item, with current national-average pricing as of May 2026. Pasta dishes run $22–$26, chicken and veal entrées $29–$36, and seafood $32–$42. The signature Classic Pasta deal lets you take a second pasta home free with your dine-in order. Below: the at-a-glance highlights, the Classic Pasta deal explained, the full priced menu, the 10 cheapest items, what's new this year, and a price comparison vs. Olive Garden, Carrabba's and Buca di Beppo.

51 U.S. locationsCasual Dining · Italian-AmericanClassic Pasta buy-one/take-one dealPrivate dining roomsFounded 1991 · Chicago
Sample · $$$

Signature items

Rigatoni D$24.00
Chicken Parmesan$30.00
Mom's Lasagna$26.00
Fettuccine Alfredo$22.00
Shrimp De Jonghe$32.00
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Quick answers

Common Maggiano's menu questions, answered

The four things people most often Google about Maggiano's menu — answered in one glance, with current prices.

Cheapest pasta
Fettuccine Alfredo $22.00

Classic Pasta deal eligible — take a second pasta home free with your dine-in order.

Most popular
Rigatoni D $24.00

Italian sausage, mushrooms, peas and creamy tomato sauce — the dish Maggiano's is best known for.

Classic Pasta deal
Buy one, take one home Pasta price

Order any Classic Pasta at dine-in price; receive a second Classic Pasta to take home at no extra charge.

Premium pick
Chilean Sea Bass $42.00

Pan-roasted sea bass — the most premium entree on the menu.

The Classic Pasta Deal

Maggiano's Classic Pasta: buy one dine-in, take one home free

Maggiano's flagship value proposition is the Classic Pasta deal — sometimes called "Buy One, Take One." Order any eligible Classic Pasta at the regular dine-in price, and a second Classic Pasta is packaged up and sent home with you at no additional charge.

The take-home pasta is full-sized — the same portion as a regular dine-in order — sealed in an oven-safe container, ready to reheat. At $22–$26 for a dine-in meal that also provides the next night's dinner, it represents one of the stronger value deals in the casual-dining Italian-American segment.

Eligible pastas typically include Fettuccine Alfredo, Rigatoni D, Mom's Lasagna, Four Cheese Ravioli, Gnocchi, Chicken Cannelloni and others from the Classic Pasta section. The take-home selection may be different from your dine-in order.

Available at dinner service. Confirm Classic Pasta eligibility and take-home selection with your location — availability may vary by restaurant and day of week.

  • Fettuccine Alfredo — $22.00 (take home a second free)
  • Rigatoni D — $24.00 (take home a second free)
  • Mom's Lasagna — $26.00 (take home eligible)
  • Four Cheese Ravioli — $22.00 (take home eligible)
  • Gnocchi — $23.00 (take home eligible)
  • Chicken Cannelloni — $26.00 (take home eligible)
  • Take-home portion is full dine-in size, oven-safe container
  • Available at dinner; confirm with your location
Cheapest items

The 10 cheapest items at Maggiano's Little Italy (May 2026)

Ranked by current national-average price. Maggiano's sits firmly in the upscale-casual tier — expect to spend $25–$45 per person for a full dinner. The bottom of the menu starts with soups, salads and desserts in the $9–$15 range.

  1. 1Lemon Cream CakeLight sponge with lemon curd and whipped cream. Vegetarian.$9.00
  2. 2MinestroneClassic Italian vegetable-bean soup. Vegetarian.$9.00
  3. 3TiramisuHouse-made espresso Tiramisu. Vegetarian.$10.00
  4. 4Warm Apple CrostataItalian apple tart with vanilla gelato. Vegetarian.$10.00
  5. 5Chocolate Zuccotto CakeChocolate mousse dome cake. Vegetarian.$10.00
  6. 6CheesecakeNew York-style with berry topping. Vegetarian.$10.00
  7. 7Clam ChowderNew England cream chowder.$10.00
  8. 8Maggiano's Classic SaladHouse vinaigrette with olives and pepperoncini. Vegetarian.$11.00
  9. 9Fried ZucchiniBeer-battered with marinara. Vegetarian.$12.00
  10. 10Caesar SaladClassic with house-made dressing. Vegetarian.$12.00
What's new on the Maggiano's menu in 2026

Seasonal, limited-time & recently updated items

Maggiano's updates its menu seasonally with new dishes, rotating specials and limited-time cocktails. Items active or recently updated in 2026:

Seasonal

Summer Pasta Speciale

A rotating summer pasta featuring local produce — in 2026, a light lemon-ricotta pasta with fresh pea, asparagus and crispy pancetta. Check your location for current availability.

~$24
New 2026

Brunch Bellini Flight

Three mini Bellinis — peach, strawberry and mango — introduced to the weekend brunch menu in early 2026. A popular addition to the brunch lineup.

$18.00
Updated

Chicken Parmigiana Benedict

New brunch mashup: pan-fried chicken on focaccia with poached eggs, Hollandaise and arrabbiata. Part of the 2026 brunch refresh.

$17.00
Returning

Holiday Family-Style Menu

Maggiano's runs an expanded family-style menu for Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Easter — multi-course set menus for parties of 4-10, available for dine-in and takeout. Pre-order typically opens 4-6 weeks before the holiday.

From $45/person
Permanent

Classic Pasta Deal

Maggiano's flagship buy-one/take-one-home pasta offer remains a permanent fixture on the dinner menu across all 51 locations. Eligible pastas: Rigatoni D, Fettuccine Alfredo, Mom's Lasagna, and others.

Dine-in pasta price
App-only

Maggiano's eClub Offers

Maggiano's email loyalty program delivers a free dessert on signup, birthday rewards and occasional dining promotions. No formal points program — sign up via maggianos.com.

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The full priced menu

Every item on Maggiano's standard U.S. menu (with 2026 prices)

All categories below. Tags flag vegetarian items. Seasonal and brunch items may vary by location.

About these prices. Pricing shown is national-average as of May 2026, sourced from publicly documented Maggiano's menu pricing. Maggiano's locations in high-cost markets — Chicago's River North flagship, Tyson's Corner, Beverly Hills, Boca Raton — typically run 10–20% higher than the prices shown. Menu pricing also varies between regular dinner service and special family-style set menus. Confirm exact pricing with your local Maggiano's or on maggianos.com before dining.
Calories + prices

Most-ordered items: calories and current price together

Combined view of approximate calories alongside current price. Maggiano's serves generous portions — entrée calorie counts are among the higher-end in the casual-dining segment. Maggiano's does not publish a full nutrition table; estimates below reflect typical restaurant-industry figures for these preparations.

ItemEst. CaloriesPrice
Fettuccine Alfredo~1,400$22.00
Rigatoni D~1,100$24.00
Mom's Lasagna~960$26.00
Four Cheese Ravioli~900$22.00
Chicken Parmesan~1,350$30.00
Chicken Piccata~700$29.00
Chicken Marsala~780$30.00
Veal Piccata~650$35.00
Atlantic Salmon~520$34.00
Shrimp De Jonghe~600$32.00
Chilean Sea Bass~490$42.00
Tiramisu~430$10.00

Calorie figures are estimates based on standard industry data for these preparations; Maggiano's does not publish a comprehensive nutrition calculator. Maggiano's serves generous portions — lighter picks include Chilean Sea Bass, Veal Piccata and Atlantic Salmon, which tend to run 500–700 calories without added pasta. Ask your server about lighter build options.

Price comparison

How Maggiano's prices compare to Olive Garden, Carrabba's & Buca di Beppo

Like-for-like price check across four U.S. Italian-American casual-dining chains, May 2026 national averages. Maggiano's sits at the top of the price range among these four, with larger portions and a more upscale atmosphere.

CategoryMaggiano'sOlive GardenCarrabba'sBuca di Beppo
Cheapest pasta entrée (dinner)$22.00$13.99$16.99$15.99
Signature pasta (Fettuccine Alfredo)$22.00$15.99$19.49$17.99
Chicken Parmesan$30.00$20.99$22.99$22.99
Lasagna$26.00$16.99$19.99$19.99
Premium seafood entrée$34–$42$22.99$26.99$22.99
Cheapest appetizer$12.00$11.49$9.99$10.99
Signature dessert$10.00$8.99$8.99$8.99
Family-style / group optionYes ($35+/person)Yes ($52.99+)LimitedYes ($95–$130 for 6)

Maggiano's is the priciest of the four at most categories and also the most upscale in atmosphere. The Classic Pasta buy-one/take-one deal narrows the effective per-meal cost considerably — effectively halving the per-visit pasta cost for a household of two dining together.

Signature spotlight

The six items that define Maggiano's menu

If you've never been to Maggiano's and want to know what makes it distinctive — start here. These are the dishes most associated with the brand.

$24.00 · Most iconic

Rigatoni D

The dish most people associate with Maggiano's — rigatoni with Italian sausage, mushrooms, peas and a creamy tomato sauce. The "D" stands for the original chef. Classic Pasta deal eligible.

$30.00 · Signature entrée

Chicken Parmesan

A full breast of hand-breaded, pan-fried chicken topped with marinara and fresh mozzarella, finished in the oven and served over spaghetti. Maggiano's most-ordered non-pasta entrée.

$26.00 · Best-selling pasta

Mom's Lasagna

Housemade pasta sheets layered with seasoned beef and pork, ricotta, mozzarella and slow-simmered marinara, baked golden. The comfort-food anchor of the menu.

$32.00 · Chicago heritage

Shrimp De Jonghe

A classic Chicago supper-club dish: jumbo shrimp baked in herbed garlic butter with seasoned breadcrumbs, served with crostini. One of Maggiano's most distinctive offerings.

$10.00 · Best dessert

Tiramisu

Made in-house daily — espresso-soaked ladyfingers layered with Mascarpone cream, dusted with cocoa. Maggiano's bestselling dessert by a wide margin.

Pasta price · Best value

Classic Pasta Deal

Order any Classic Pasta at the regular dine-in price; a second full-size Classic Pasta is packaged to take home free. The flagship value driver that separates Maggiano's from casual-dining peers.

Dietary & allergen guide

Vegetarian, lighter and gluten-sensitive options

Maggiano's is a full-service Italian-American kitchen with a range of vegetarian pasta options across the menu. Default vegetarian dishes include Fettuccine Alfredo, Four Cheese Ravioli, Gnocchi, Eggplant Parmesan, and most salad and soup options. Desserts are generally vegetarian.

Maggiano's offers a gluten-free pasta substitute that can be swapped into most pasta dishes for a small upcharge. The restaurant does not operate a certified gluten-free kitchen — guests with celiac disease or serious gluten allergies should speak with a manager.

For lighter options, the seafood tier (Chilean Sea Bass, Atlantic Salmon, Shrimp De Jonghe) runs 490–600 calories per entrée — considerably lower than pasta dishes, which can reach 900–1,400 calories.

Cross-contact possible. Confirm with your server for any serious allergy.

  • Cheapest vegetarian pasta: Fettuccine Alfredo ($22), Four Cheese Ravioli ($22)
  • Vegetarian signature: Gnocchi Gorgonzola ($23), Eggplant Parmesan ($23)
  • Vegetarian starters: Bruschetta ($13), Fried Zucchini ($12), Mozzarella Marinara ($13)
  • Lower-calorie entrées: Chilean Sea Bass (~490 cal/$42), Veal Piccata (~650 cal/$35), Atlantic Salmon (~520 cal/$34)
  • Gluten-sensitive: GF pasta substitute available (upcharge); not a certified GF kitchen
  • Vegetarian desserts: All five desserts (Tiramisu, Crostata, Cheesecake, Zuccotto, Lemon Cake)
Ordering tips

How to get the most out of a Maggiano's visit

Best value

Use the Classic Pasta deal

If you're ordering any Classic Pasta at dinner, the take-home deal effectively makes two meals out of one. A $24 Rigatoni D becomes two full portions — the dine-in meal plus tomorrow's dinner at no extra cost.

Groups

Family-style for 6 or more

For groups of six or more, the family-style dining format — shared platters in the center of the table — is the most social and often the most cost-efficient way to experience Maggiano's. Ask about family-style pricing when booking a large party.

Events

Private dining rooms

Maggiano's private dining rooms are one of the best options in the casual-to-upscale space for rehearsal dinners, corporate meals and milestone birthdays. Rooms seat 10–200+; contact the private dining coordinator at your location.

Brunch

Weekend brunch for a different experience

Maggiano's weekend brunch is less crowded than Saturday dinner and offers Italian-inflected brunch items at lower price points — Lemon Ricotta Pancakes ($14), Italian Breakfast Scramble ($15). A strong value relative to dinner.

Deals

Sign up for the eClub

The Maggiano's eClub email program delivers a free dessert on signup, a birthday dining reward and periodic promotional offers. No points program, but the free dessert alone covers the 30-second signup.

Lighter

Go seafood for lighter calories

The seafood tier — Chilean Sea Bass (~490 cal), Atlantic Salmon (~520 cal) and Shrimp De Jonghe (~600 cal) — runs 400–900 calories less than the pasta dishes, while keeping the full Maggiano's experience.

Locations

Where to find a Maggiano's Little Italy

Maggiano's Little Italy operates 51 restaurants across the United States, concentrated in major metro areas. The original location opened in Chicago's River North neighborhood in 1991 and remains the flagship. Maggiano's is owned by Brinker International (also the parent company of Chili's), publicly traded on the NYSE under the ticker EAT.

Major Maggiano's markets include Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, Washington D.C., Atlanta, Miami, Las Vegas, New York/New Jersey, and Phoenix. The chain is not present in smaller markets — all 51 locations are in major metros or high-traffic suburban shopping centers.

Use the official store locator on maggianos.com/locations for addresses, hours, reservations and private dining contacts.

  • 51 locations nationwide in major U.S. metros
  • Founded 1991 in Chicago's River North
  • Owned by Brinker International (NYSE: EAT)
  • Private dining rooms at most locations
  • Reservations strongly recommended on weekends
  • Key markets: Chicago, Dallas, Houston, L.A., D.C., Atlanta
About Maggiano's Little Italy

The full-service Italian-American chain built on generosity, family-style and Chicago tradition.

Maggiano's Little Italy opened its first restaurant in Chicago's River North in 1991, drawing on the tradition of the old-world Italian-American supper club — generous portions, a warm and convivial atmosphere, and pasta dishes designed for sharing. The name is a nod to the owners' Italian heritage and the neighborhood character of Chicago's historic Little Italy corridor.

The chain grew to 51 locations across the U.S. and was acquired by Brinker International (the Chili's parent) in 1995. Unlike many casual-dining chains, Maggiano's maintained its upscale-casual positioning and full-service identity — it's the only full-service, white-tablecloth-adjacent Italian-American chain in Brinker's portfolio, and occupies a distinct price tier above Olive Garden and Carrabba's while remaining more accessible than fine-dining Italian.

The Classic Pasta buy-one/take-one deal is Maggiano's most well-known offer and functions as both a loyalty driver and a value signal. Private dining rooms, which are present at most locations, make the chain a go-to for rehearsal dinners, corporate events, holiday parties and milestone celebrations across its 51 markets.

1991Founded
51Locations
EATNYSE (Brinker)
$$$Price tier
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Common questions

Maggiano's Little Italy menu — frequently asked questions

Quick answers to the questions people most commonly ask about Maggiano's menu, the Classic Pasta deal, dress code and private dining.

What is the Maggiano's Classic Pasta deal?

The Classic Pasta deal (also called "Buy One, Take One") lets you order any Classic Pasta entrée from the designated list at the regular menu price and receive a second Classic Pasta to take home for free. The take-home pasta is packaged separately in a sealed container, ready to reheat. The deal applies to items like Rigatoni D, Fettuccine Alfredo, Mom's Lasagna, Four Cheese Ravioli and other Classic Pasta selections. The take-home portion is typically the same size as a full dine-in order. Available at dinner service; confirm with your location as availability can vary.

What are Maggiano's most popular dishes?

Maggiano's most consistently popular dishes based on long-standing menu reports and guest feedback are: Rigatoni D ($24) — rigatoni with Italian sausage, mushrooms and a creamy tomato sauce; Chicken Parmesan ($30) — the full-breast, hand-breaded signature entrée; Mom's Lasagna ($26) — house-made layers of beef, pork, ricotta and mozzarella; Fettuccine Alfredo ($22) — the classic cream-and-Parmesan pasta; and Shrimp De Jonghe ($32) — the Chicago heritage dish. Among desserts, Tiramisu ($10) leads by a significant margin.

Does Maggiano's have gluten-free options?

Maggiano's offers a gluten-free pasta substitute that can be swapped into most pasta dishes for a small upcharge. Beyond pasta swaps, several entrées are naturally lower-gluten when prepared without pasta — grilled fish, the veal and chicken piccata and marsala dishes can often be ordered without pasta accompaniment. Maggiano's does not operate a certified gluten-free kitchen, and cross-contact is possible in a full-service Italian restaurant kitchen. Guests with celiac disease or serious gluten allergies should speak directly with a manager before ordering. Confirm current GF offerings with your specific location, as they vary.

What is the dress code at Maggiano's Little Italy?

Maggiano's dress code is smart-casual to business-casual — the chain describes its atmosphere as “upscale casual.” There is no formal dress requirement, but the warm, well-appointed dining rooms and higher price point mean most guests dress in nice jeans, slacks, dresses or blouses rather than athletic wear or beachwear. For private dining events and banquets, some hosts specify a dress code separately. The atmosphere is relaxed enough for a family dinner but polished enough for a business meal or anniversary.

Does Maggiano's offer family-style dining?

Yes — family-style dining is one of Maggiano's signature experiences. In the family-style format, large shared platters of appetizers, salads, pastas and entrées are placed in the center of the table for the group to serve themselves — closely mirroring the Italian tradition of dining. Family-style menus are typically set-price per person ($35–$65+ depending on the tier and number of courses), and are often available for groups of 6 or more or for private dining rooms. The family-style format makes Maggiano's a popular choice for holiday gatherings, rehearsal dinners and corporate group meals. Confirm family-style availability and pricing with your specific location.

Does Maggiano's have private dining rooms for events?

Yes — private dining and event rooms are a major part of Maggiano's business. Most Maggiano's locations offer multiple private and semi-private dining rooms ranging from intimate spaces for 10–15 guests to larger rooms that can accommodate 50–200+ guests. Options include plated dinners, family-style service, cocktail receptions and buffets. Private rooms are commonly booked for rehearsal dinners, birthday celebrations, corporate events, holiday parties and wedding receptions. Pricing is typically set through a customized quote — contact the private dining coordinator at your chosen location via maggianos.com for availability, minimums and custom menus.

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