For the price, food, and level of service, you can't beat this place. We've been here multiple times with the kids and just my husband and me, it's always consistent in quality and service. My husband and I normally sit at the bar (often to catch a football game after shopping). Mostly, I'm leaving this review for Jay, who was our server at the bar. He went out of his way to get us a to go box, which may not sound like much, but we'd already had a great experience and some other server took all of the ones he had around the bar. A lot of people would've just told me they were out, but he acted like it was no big deal and went to find one. Just a top tier guy! You don't get service like that anymore. Thank you, Jay! You da man! read more

The Beef Team retreat Sunday brunch was hosted by Maggiano's Little Italy in the Domain. The restaurant serves Italian-American dishes inspired by traditional recipes. The setup was in a private room with a pre-fixe menu that made everything feel seamless and elevated for a group event. The event space was comfortable and spacious to accommodate a large group. They had a presentation set up in the front of the room and everyone had a great view. I had tea and water to drink and the staff was proactive with beverage refills. There was a three course pre-fix menu that was served family style and was delivered in a well timed manner for a group setting, The first course came out family-style and included freshly baked bread, parmesan stuffed mushrooms with garlic and white wine, tomato bruschetta with ricotta and pistachio pesto, and an Italian chopped salad with red onion, tomato, Kalamata olives, pepperonis, housemade croutons, cheese and vinaigrette dressing. All classics that were comforting and well-executed and portion size was such that everyone at the table got to sample each dish. For the second course, we had spaghetti and meatballs with marinara sauce, jumbo stuffed shells with beef, spicy tomato cream and cheese, and beef tenderloin medallions with balsamic cream, roasted mushrooms, garlic mashed potatoes and crispy onion strings. The portions were generous and everything was served hot and well-timed for a group setting. Dessert was a highlight with tiramisu and a fresh seasonal fruit spread including strawberries, pineapple, and honeydew melon. There was plenty of leftovers and they brought to-go containers for us to pack up leftovers. Overall, it was a smooth private dining experience with solid food, good pacing, and a great setup for a team gathering. read more

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Nice to gather in the bar area And they have actually fever tree tonic water and not only tap And the bar tender was very nice and helpful. Great service read more

Hosting a finance meeting at Maggiano's Little Italy proved to be an excellent choice for a productive and comfortable business setting. Topic: CFO v CIO - Collaboration & Integration for Organizational Success. The restaurant was well suited for the panel discussion that required focus without feeling formal. The atmosphere was ideal for conversation...lively enough to feel welcoming, but not so loud that it interfered with meaningful dialogue. This made it easy to move seamlessly between structured financial discussions and more collaborative, relationship building conversations at the respective tables. The layout also supported group interaction, allowing everyone at the tables to stay engaged throughout the meeting. The panelists sat in high bar chairs making all the panelists easy to see and for participants to ask questions. We had appetizers, entrees and desserts along with cocktails. Some of the highlights included the crab cakes, salmon and the New York cheesecake, Our servers were attentive and well timed, which helped keep the meeting on schedule without feeling rushed. Courses were paced thoughtfully, giving the group natural breaks to transition between agenda topics. Great discussion...great dining experience. read more

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Definitely not what it used to be. Haven't been there in a while so stopped in for dinner. First off noticed they changed the bread and it's not for the better. Bring the original bread back. What's with the breaded and fried chicken in the chicken fettuccine Alfredo? Didn't really care for the chunks of breading in the Alfredo. Just use grilled chicken like you used to. read more

We had a great experience at Maggiano's! We ordered the chicken piccata and steak, and everything was absolutely delicious and cooked really well. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and our waitress was especially helpful. She gave us plenty of information about the menu and helped us decide what to order. Great food and excellent service. We'll definitely be back! read more

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A friend hosted her birthday dinner at Maggiano's this past weekend after a fun group event at Activate nearby. It was easy to park in the Green garage. There were so many options on the menu that even though I'm currently on a restricted diet I was able to eat many of the items except for the meatballs and pasta items. There was so much food they packed the leftovers in packets for us to take home, which was really nice! I grabbed a couple boxes to bring home. After I asked, they brought out a birthday candle/dessert for the birthday girl so we could sing her happy birthday. The place settings were very nice and they offered included wines at the bar. Sadly, I'm not drinking alcohol right now so I couldn't partake but it looked like everyone had their fill of food and drink! You could order other drinks if you wanted something other than wine. Some of the items were not served as hot as they could have been and I had to get up and get my own water refills a couple of times. They may have been a bit short staffed given it looked like all their private rooms were reserved that night! Maggiano's is a good place to go for family style Italian food and I look forward to going there again when my diet is less restricted. read more

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The last time we were here at Maggiano's we had high praise for the value and quality of the food. This time around we feel twice as strong as the previous time. Maggiano's should be a case study on how to offer a higher class Italian dining experience while matching it with good value and exceptional service. From checking in for our reservation to every last bit of our experience, everything felt polished and sincere. We even arrived about an hour before close and at no point were there any signs of being rushed nor was there any sense of us feeling that way. To open: Our server Madison was great, incredibly attentive and personable, which made the experience much more comfortable. Again, the food is fantastic. Here's what we ate: Wagyu meatballs - a perfect blend and texture, good flavor all around Crispy mozzarella - elevated mozzarella sticks that hit the mark Fettuccine alfredo - nice creamy alfredo sauce layered over perfectly cooked noodles, savory grilled chicken mixed in Lasagna - Creamy, meaty, and well balanced; presentation was clean not sloppy Rigatoni alla vodka - perfect rigatoni with a nice spice to the sauce, had without carmelized onions Spaghetti pomodoro - a classic done well, can't ask for much more than that Garlic mashed potatoes - Soft and fluffy with a hint of garlic that comes through softly Complimentary bread - hell yeah What stands out most about Maggiano's is that it cuts no corners on service and pulls no punches on food. Value is something we always take a look at and the value here is unreal, especially in their dinner for two deal. This may be one of the only chains we can comfortably say rival more esteemed restaurants and the ability to come eat here casually is much appreciated. Maggiano's could easily make their food more expensive, their attitude more aristocratic, the food a bit more Cisco-esque. Yet, despite those all being what feels like the law of chains, they don't. And they should be applauded for that. We've found our new favorite chain and we will be back. read more

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This was my second time visiting this restaurant. My first time wasn't fantastic. So, I thought I would give this another try on a rainy afternoon. The food was good - excellent waiter, Chianti was also good. I paired it with spaghetti and meatballs to go back to the basics and see how it would taste. Meatballs were perfect, pasta was perfect, but the sauce had too much sugar. The restaurant has an open kitchen - nothing pretty to look at - and guests can hear the conversation between all the cooks and staff. Someone should warn them about that! I won't go there again unless there is nowhere else to eat pasta. read more

We got together here with a group of seven family members to celebrate my son's 35th birthday. I made a reservation and we were seated shorty after most of us arrived. Our waiter suggested the family meal deal, and it worked great for our group with lots of leftovers to take home. The service was really great and everyone seemed to like their drinks. The food was delicious with the desserts being particularly good. The tiramisu was the best I've ever had - but I sacrificed and let the birthday boy take the leftover one home. The cheesecake was also very good. And last, but not least, the birthday boy got a small complimentary portion of cookies that were pretty good. We left happy after a fun night. read more

Maggiano's Little Italy - The cheesecake here is delicious. - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Maggiano's is a chain. Five stars for a chain? Yes... keep reading. We had a corporate lunch there for the holidays. So did several other companies based on the makeup of the dining room that day. For this, they used the family-style menu, which has a good range of pastas, proteins and salads to cover all dietary needs. You can see from the pictures what we had, but all of it was good - none of it felt pre-prepared/warming dish quality. For that many folks showing up around the same time, that was impressive. Service was prompt and continuous, including walking us through the menu, pacing, and keeping different drinks refilled including coffee with dessert. They're in the first section of the Domain which doesn't get a lot of love, but they shouldn't be ignored. They're firing on all cylinders with good service, good (fresh) food and the ability to accommodate a party of any size with the right notice. Would absolutely use them again! read more

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We didn't have a reservation, so we put our name on the list and we had about a 30 minute wait. Once we were seated, we got bread and water immediately sitting down. Our server was pleasant. We ordered salads and did the Chicken Parmesan dish and the wagyu beef stuffed shells (this was absolutely delicious with the Wagyu Beef Blend & Spicy Tomato Sauce. The dish came out HOT and it was good). read more

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Sat at the bar and ordered a side salad. It was so delicious. Simple, tangy and savory. The bartender brought fresh bread and a water. I was set! I love stopping in here after walking around the domain in the heat to catch a short break from shopping. read more

Maggiano's Little Italy - Side salad was delicious - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

Maggiano's is the best!! Loved coming here for a nice date night! The service was fabulous! Our server Brynn was just amazing, made great recommendations and checked on us the perfect amount -- huge kudos to her! Over all, the food is fantastic no matter what you get. Highly recommend the Original D Rigatoni, Beef Medallions, Alfredo, Tiramisu, Chocolate Cake, Calamari, and any salad!! I know I basically named everything on the menu, you just can't go wrong! Get the family style service for $44 a person and you have a great value! read more

I'll never be coming back here again. Hearing the conversation... if I should even call it that. What it appeared to be was a bartender / server who may of thought she had a bit to much control over how guests unwind from a days work. There was a man that came in to the bar space and requested a drink and a menu to order food. Now it's not for me to say how much someone can order but it sure sounded like the employee just didn't feel like working. I couldn't hear what was being ordered but I could hear the server add limits on what they were "able to" which really sounded like willing to put in. Over all the interactions between the guest and the server was intense. The guest requested a manager and before the restaurant knew it, it seemed like the manager was just going along with what the server said rather than hearing the customer out. This isn't the first time I have seen behavior like this from this place. It sucks because living near by this place had been a good option. Yet now with all the other restaurants near the Apple Store there really isn't a need for this place. So again I'll not be coming back to this place again. Poor employees break a business. read more

The food here was delicious and affordable. You can swing this place as upscaley or make it casual too since it's unpretentious. Our waitress (I believe her name is Allie) was outstanding, very attentive and recommended a few things. I'll keep coming back to Maggiano's read more

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came here for a nicer sit-down meal, but the experience felt a bit hit or miss. while the portions are huge, that alone doesn't fully justify the cost. the complimentary bread was warm and soft, and the salad was solid with a dressing i really liked. the mushroom ravioli was easily the highlight: soft, rich filling, sautéed mushrooms on top, and a sauce that brought everything together really well. the salmon, on the other hand, was pretty decent but a bit too salty. it just felt sorta underwhelming, especially since it only came with spinach. the ambiance is nice with dim lighting and works well for special occasions, but it gets extremely busy. service was friendly albeit slow and somewhat forgetful because of how packed it was. overall, it's fine for a celebratory meal if you value atmosphere read more

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Absolutely stellar experience. We did the dinner for two, which included an appetizer to share (or two salads), two pasta dishes, and a dessert to share. We split the calamari (SUPERB), fettuccini Alfredo (INCREDIBLE), the rigatoni "d" (STELLAR), and split a tiramisu. The waiter was incredible and had many suggestions and favorites, and the ambiance was stellar. Upscale but not snobbish at all. We can't say enough about our experience. Food was incredible, drinks were outstanding (the Old Fashioned is among the best), but the thing that stuck out the most was the price. You can easily get this quality of food for triple the price and half the portion size. This dinner for two is a whopping $59!!! Total steal if you as me. Will absolutely be returning when we're in town read more

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Every thing was amazing! We went for a retirement /farewell party, on a Friday. Our servers were super friendly, entertaining us and very helpful especially Faith. She let us know they only had lemon cookies to celebrate, and decorated a plate with those and with a cute message. Food was great, most folks had Togo boxes as the portion sizes were big. Super nice ambiance. read more

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Unfortunately, this wasn't the experience we've come to expect from this restaurant. Our food came out cold, and rather than sending it back and waiting even longer, I just packed it up so I could reheat it at home. The service was disappointing as well. The salt shaker wouldn't even dispense salt because it was all clumped together inside. We opened it up and showed the waiter, who simply said, "Oh yeah, that's weird," but never brought us a replacement. We also asked for a side of marinara to go with our cheese sticks, but it never arrived. What was most disappointing was the lack of attentiveness. The waiter never once asked how our food was or whether we were enjoying our meal. He could clearly see that we hadn't even touched our food, yet never stopped to ask if something was wrong or if there was anything he could do to make it right. Overall, it feels like they're not taking care of their customers the way they used to. Between the cold food, forgotten items, and lack of attention to basic details, this visit was a real letdown. read more

We went here for my father-in-law's birthday and were lucky enough to have Cameron as our waiter. Once seated in a quaint booth, Cameron took our drink orders and made sure FIL birthday was special. Throughout the ordering process, he answered all our questions to ensure we were all happy with our dinners. I highly recommend the Maggiano House Salad. Personally, I always try to order something like the beef medallions or branzino rather than a heavy pasta dish. I have no doubt these dishes are better elsewhere but they most likely won't be a better value. This time I ordered the branzino which was delicious and went well with the mashed potatoes and asparagus. Cameron brought out Vera's lemon cookies for us. read more

Went here with some family in Austin and have heard of Maggiano's before, but didn't really know what to expect. Looking at the menu beforehand, I was really eyeing the bruschetta, and for good reason. It was honestly my favorite part of the meal. Tomato's, and cheese seemed fresh and it all worked well together. However the vodka rigatoni was bland and tasted like i was eating nothing, no exaggeration. Trust me I love to eat, but I didn't even wanna finish it. However they also had a chocolate cake for my aunt's birthday, I don't know if they're made in house or what, but it was good way to end off the night at least. The vibe was pretty fancy and our service was great, even on a packed night. Don't think i'd come back cause i'd expect it to be better for the price, but it was a decent experience ig. read more

Maggiano's Little Italy - Tomato Bruschetta - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

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My brother chose them for his wedding. The coordinator insisted on communication via email only (no phone contact). The email specifically stated when to start the food after the ceremony. The food was ready when we arrived to set up an hour earlier. As a result, the entree were not fresh by any means. My brother nor the bride complained since they did not want to ruin their special day. Don't choose this place for your special occasion celebrations. read more

i'm love with this place , their food , their service and the environment. i could come here every day read more

Maggiano's Little Italy - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

Yummy. I've been here a few times & the food has usually been very good. Their bread is really yummy. We ate way too much! This was one of the few places open on Thanksgiving. They had a family style special menu, so we were limited on our choices this time. I ordered the ravioli. It was delicious. My friend was very disappointed with the salmon, but they made it right. We were not in the mood to share a ton of food, so we ordered a la carte from the special menu. Drinks were excellent!!! The service was, too. read more

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It was a lovely evening for my birthday celebration. Our waitress Ashlinn was absolutely very sweet and she reminded me of Taylor Swift My drink was delish and the stuffed shells were amazing! Thank you Maggiano's read more

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Always a great meal that is always spot on. Super busy tonight because of the holidays so service was a tad lacking at first but did get better. We wanted to do the chefs meal, but some of the items were out so didn't family meal. The calamari clearly had sat under the heat lamp too long. Marinara and calamari were cold. Not even warm. The main meals were very hot and fresh. The server was very consistent in checking on beverages. Our amount of food was very hearty. As busy as it was, the noise level was not too bad. Staff was very warm and friendly. We left very full and look forward to coming back. Do miss the $6 to go meals! read more

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Took my wife on a date tonight and asked her where she wanted to go, without hesitation she said "Maggiano's!" If you can get past the bread they bring out before even the appetizers (heavenly, truly), take your pick of Italian food that will leave your tastebuds dazed and confused. We were fortunate enough to have Jenny as our waitress, who made me want to invite her to join us for dinner as friendly and fun as she was. I honestly looked forward to every time she came to the table, and even had our own jokes between us, which continued every time she came back to the table. Truly an amazing experience tonight, thank you for facilitating the perfect date. We will be back soon! read more

One of my favorite restaurants. Did not disappoint! My department gathered here for a team dinner and we enjoyed a family style serving of there courses. Everyone left happy and full! I particularly enjoyed a sampling of the Wagyu Meatballs, Roasted Garlic Broccoli, Chicken Parmesan and Tiramisu, something the restaurant is known for. The staff was very welcoming to our group of just under 20. Always happy for an opportunity to check in at Maggiano's! read more

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Today we had a much better experience than we did last time coming here. Our servers name tonight was Marissa and she was fantastic. It was like night and day. The chicken parm's presentation was much better, the pasta was better too. The crab cakes were good when eaten with the arugula and sauce but the stuffed mushrooms looked bad, they came sitting in a still pool of sauce but didn't taste as bad as they looked. The espresso was strong and my Cesar salad was nice. The old fashioned was nice too, I liked the presentation of the smoke box. It was a nice touch. read more

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Careful! If you order a "house red" the bartender might sneak it as a 23$ glass of Oberon (same price as a bottle at the store.) We used to eat Maggiano's all the time, but in the last year they took away all their features and raised their prices all while the quality is either the same or worse. Zero improvement. 80$ for 2 pastas and an appetizer? Forget about it. Goodbye family Italian food, hello fake "high end" ripoff. read more

Went to this establishment with some friends for a bday party. The size of the dishes are HUGE. Be ready for that. My wife and I took home enough food to feed us for a few days! Everything we ate was delicious. The deserts were wonderful. The service was incomparable. We will go here again and and highly recommend anyone/everyone to go at least once to have a great experience. read more

I came in hopeful--how bad could Italian food be, right? Turns out, impressively bad. The pasta arrived bloated and lifeless, like it had surrendered hours earlier and was simply waiting to be buried in sauce. Speaking of the sauce: a watery, aggressively red substance that tasted less like tomatoes and more like regret. Any herb that once lived near it had clearly fled the scene. The bread was served warm, which was its only achievement. One bite revealed the texture of a damp sponge and the flavor of ambition without execution. Olive oil on the table tried valiantly to help, but even it seemed embarrassed to be involved. The "authentic" entrée--allegedly handmade--had the personality of reheated leftovers and the audacity to be overpriced. Cheese was sprinkled on top with such restraint you'd think it was a controlled substance. Italian food is supposed to be comforting, soulful, and rich with tradition. This was none of those things. It was bland, confused, and oddly joyless--like someone read a description of Italian cuisine once, squinted, and guessed the rest. And as a final insult, the wait staff carried themselves with an air of theatrical pretension--condescending, self-important, and oddly smug--for a restaurant whose food, location, and ambiance wouldn't even qualify as a decent Olive Garden on a slow Tuesday. The attitude suggested Michelin aspirations; the reality delivered unlimited mediocrity. I left hungry, disappointed, and deeply respectful of every nonna who would be personally offended by this restaurant, do yourself a favor and avoid. On a another note my grandson lost his retainer and thought that my request to look for it at the table that had nobody at it was creating a scene and contained to deny me access to look for his three hundred dollar retainer. They have an inflated sense of there establishment read more

My favorite Italian restaurant in Austin! The mushroom ravioli is delicious and the tiramisu! The bar ambience is perfect for happy hours with coworkers or friends and family. The service is always on point and a tip will be to make a reservation because on nights and weekend it gets a little crowded. read more

Maggiano's Little Italy - Chocolate cake - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

My daughters and I went to Maggiano's for an early evening birthday dinner on a recent Friday. We had reservations and were promptly guided to a table where a person we didn't know was seated. Oops. The hostess left us there and went back to her station to figure out what was amiss. She returned with an apology and showed us to our booth. The restaurant is quite large and was undergoing some renovation, with large plastic sheets separating some diners from the construction areas. Most of the eating areas were dimly lit from chandeliers, with candles on each table. Service overall was wonderful. Our order taker immediately asked if we were there to celebrate something, knew which cocktails were available as mocktails, and gave us the time and space we needed. The drinks did take a while, but in the meantime, bread and dip arrived. Then our orders were taken. Shrimp scampi (over spaghetti) and filets mignon with mashed potatoes and asparagus were our entrées, and we all enjoyed the food immensely. My tail-on shrimp were laid atop a bed of perfectly cooked spaghetti with a luscious thickened sauce and served with a broiled lemon. The filets were cooked to order. A plate with a treat for the birthday girl was served after we declined dessert. It was lemon cookies garnished with a chocolate birthday wish and a lit candle held by a strawberry. Nice touch! Prices were commensurate with the quality of food and service. Maggiano's is a good place for a special occasion. read more

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everything was too big and texan. the fried zucchini was way more fried stuff and breading than zucchini. everythings so heavy and nothing tastes fresh or great..... shrimp was especially fishy. the gluten free pasta was not tasty read more

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I love this place but they took my favorite manicotti off the menu. Staff were wonderful, very helpful and efficient. Food was fresh and cooked to perfection. The portions are a little big good for sharing. read more

Maggiano's just got a much-needed refresh, and I have to say--it really works. The old carpet that had definitely seen better days is officially gone, replaced with sleek, new flooring that gives the whole space a cleaner, more modern feel. It's a subtle change, but it completely shifts the vibe in the best way. The food? Still solid. You're not walking into a hole-in-the-wall Italian spot passed down through generations, but what you do get is consistently good, comforting Italian-American favorites that hit the spot. They've also added a few new menu items, so even regulars will find something new to try. Prices remain reasonable, portions are generous, and the service was warm and attentive--exactly the kind of place you can rely on when you want a nice night out without overthinking it. Whether you're going for a casual dinner, celebrating something special, or just grabbing a bite with friends, it's a dependable spot that delivers. (We also checked out the banquet room to see the updates there and they also look great!) If you haven't been in a minute, give it a visit - I bet you'll really love the new look, as well! read more

Try the tiramisu. Chicken Parmesan was excellent and the portions are very large sizes. My wife and I really enjoyed our dinner and service.

Stopped in for dinner and we were honestly surprised by our experience! The food quality and service were great for a chain restaurant. Our server, Than, was fast and helpful with suggestions. I didn't care for the Caesar salad because the lettuce seemed wilted and the croutons were stale. Other than that, I loved my rigatoni and my bf enjoyed his lasagna. The restaurant was clean and pretty. Cheesecake was the cherry on top for us! read more

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