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    Maggiano's Little Italy

    3.9 (4.1k reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
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    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Ceasar Chef's Signature Caesar Salad
    Irene Q.

    Will travel for Maggiano's!. We went with family style. Ordered apps: calamari and ceasar salad; entrees: chicken Alfredo, lasagna, steak medallion, chicken Parmesan; and dessert: cheesecake, Bundt cake and tiramisu. Delicious and satisfying. Service was top notch and friendly. Definitely worth the 1+ hr drive. Will make this our family celebratory restaurant. Thank you, Mag! Until next time...

    Laura S.

    I've been to dinners in the private room at Maggianos for a wedding and Christmas event. The servers were busy working the small room both times. The food was good for a large party. The open bar was nice. Recently I had food catered for 35 people. The food was ready on time and the portions were sufficient. The restaurant helped me order the right amount and the right items within the budget.

    Side bread, parm and an extra side of marinara.
    Lynnann W.

    Hadn't physically been to this brick and mortar in decades. Without prior arrangements, it was an accurate 30 minute wait for a table for two. It's dark and loud. Our server likely forgot to put in our entrees (and our table) since the late arrivals next to us received everything before us. By far, the support staff (food runners/bus folks) seriously did the servers job. Getting us more water, finding our entrees.... Disappointing! The food is amazing yet at this price point I want the whole package. Doubt I'll return to restaurant.

    Maggiano's Salad
    Mike P.

    If you want the feeling of being welcomed into the family whilst dining, Maggiano's welcomes you in spades and hearts. Even without a reservation, on the night of Harry Potter at the Segerstrom, we were ushered to a lovely table on the patio where we enjoyed the cooling breezes of Costa Mesa-a respite from the heat of the San Fernando valley. Tonight we truly enjoyed the refreshing Italian Sangrias red and white varieties. Eating a light fare was easy with a Tomato Bruschetta to start, the house Italian Chopped Salad, and a side of Broccoli. All good things to eat in good quality

    Aaron D.

    Had the most amazing time at Maggiano's! Took the family out for a surprise dinner and then off to see Phantom of the Opera at SCR and everything was perfect! Everyone went on and on about how good their food was. The service was on point as always. And you can't beat the ambiance! I ordered the beef tenderloin medallions and it was absolutely delicious! Had a bite of the penne alla vodka and that was amazing as well!

    Taylor Street Baked Ziti and Fettuccine Alfredo
    Johnna E.

    We have been coming to Maggiano's for years now. I will say this last experience I have mixed feelings. They redid this location it has more of an upscale modern look on the inside. The food also tastes different. No more bread with olive oil and vinegar (although I'm sure you can ask for this on the side) but instead they give salted rolls with butter, equally as good as the previous bread they used to give. The pesto ravioli has a different taste to it, before it would be a creamy Alfredo pesto (which I loved) with the new updated menu it's still a pesto ravioli, not as creamy since it isn't mixed with Alfredo but rather a more nutty taste to it since it has hints of pistachio. I was a little disappointed with my pastas sauce to pasta ratio - it was light on the sauce. My husband got the exact same thing and his had plenty of sauce. I did see they brought back the butter cake but we were too full to try it again. Overall we always enjoy coming here, the food is always yummy, and staff are always nice and helpful.

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    Darlene D.

    I love this Restaurant the food is delicious and excellent friendly employees. The three of us went there for lunch today . Our server Flo was fantastic and very efficient and positive lady. The bus boy that brought out hot bread and butter was very friendly and helpful his name was caesar. We really enjoyed the food and wonderful employees that waited on us. Than you we were celebrating a Birthday flo thank you

    Our Famous Rigatoni "D"
    Mary Anne W.

    Came here after work on a Friday night during happy hour. The staff were graciously welcoming and our waitress was amazing! Located at South Coast Plaza with its own parking area. I just wish their happy hour menu had more options. The appetizers and the Rigatoni D's were very delicious, creamy, and the portions were huge for the entrees.

    Grace S.

    Bread was top tier. Waitress gave us a free dessert card for our next visit. Proportions were good and food was good! I filled up on bread too much lol

    Red sangria
    Raven R.

    Haven't been to this place since the renovations so I was glad to finally have the chance to check it out. The dining area has a chic vibe and the staff is as friendly as ever. We got red sangria to drink and parmesan stuffed mushrooms for a starter. Our entrees are lasagna and mushroom ravioli. We got butter cake for dessert. Red Sangria- Sweet and refreshing. The alcohol content in it is pretty generous which is always appreciated. Parmesan Stuffed Mushrooms- This was a good starter. The mushrooms are plump a and juicy with a creamy cheese filling. Finished with a topping of breadcrumbs for a hint of crunch. Lasagna- Meaty and filling. The sauce was rich and worked well with the creamy white sauce in between layers. Love the cheesiness in each bite. Mushroom Ravioli- If you're a mushroom lover like me, this dish is for you! The ravioli is tender with a generous mushroom filling. The sauce is creamy with a hint of sweetness. Butter Cake- Such a tasty way to end the meal! The cake base is custardy and rich. Served with a berry compote that adds freshness and acidity to the cake. Finished with fresh whipped cream. Great experience overall!

    Strawberry New York Style Cheesecake
    Megan Y.

    Stopped by one of my favorite Italian spots just for dessert and went all in! We couldn't decide, so we ordered three desserts and a dessert cocktail to share and everything was AMAZING! Honestly, I've never had a single thing here that I didn't love. Perfect place to end the night on a sweet note

    Incredible assortment of pasta with linguine in this pasta Diablo
    MIKE B.

    Joined a friend for dinner from out of town staying in Costa Mesa. Maggianos turned out to be a great last minute pick! The food was excellent my friend ordered the chicken Parmesan, I ordered the pasta Diablo, which had a multitude of seafood and a spicy red sauce. We started with the fried mozzarella. Everything was cooked up perfection and the taste were out of this world. We got great service with bread to the table immediately that was delicious. Our drinks were always fall and the white staff was always very pleasant. The ambience was great. It's a big busy place and they have plenty of staff to service all of the guests. This is a great spot that I will definitely frequent again.

    Mare B.

    Had an early dinner reservation here for 4:45pm. We were greeted upon arrival and seated pronto (yay!). We came at shift change, but that didn't hinder the prompt service. Alex got us started with our drink order and shortly after that, had taken our food order. He handed us off to Tabitha, who was just as sweet for checking in on us throughout our dinner. Still had that warm, dimly lit interior I remembered from when we dined here many moons ago. The food we ordered was delicious and savory, and the tiramisu was the perfect ending to our dinner date. I'll let the pics do the rest. CHEERS and happy eating till next time...

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    So we need reservations for lunch on a Tuesday?

    You should be fine without reservations for lunch.

    What is the dress code?

    I have seen customers in shorts, customers coming after work in professional attire and customers celebrating special events dressed up. Relaxed dress code

    Has anyone been there for family style dining since jan. 1, 2024? It looks like the family style menu has severely changed with less food and options.

    Didn't seem to family style

    Is the Rigatoni Alla Vodka spicy? Does it taste good?

    Not spicy! If you want it spicy, they have crushed red pepper shakers. I thought it was good! Not as creamy/milky/cheesy as other places, which I prefer :)

    For the family-style, do they replenish the food if we are still eating & want more?

    No. The food is portioned out so there is one serving per person of each dish ordered. With that said, their servings are very generous. We always bring food home when we go.

    Is there a private dining room with a TV for projecting a powerpoint? How quiet is the room for doing a dinner seminar on a Tuesday or Thursday night?

    It is best to check with the manager , she was so accommodated our needs and it was the weekend. When all doors close. Very private for our party.

    Do they still have the deal for 2 people for $50? That was the best deal they had!

    I don't remember if that was the price but a few months ago, I thought the meal for 2 was still there. They've had it for a long time.

    Do you have live music? If so, what days/times? And what kind of music?

    No live music here. Just great Italian food. If you want live music, then you need to buy tickets to a Pacific Synphony concert.

    Do they still offer brunch on the weekends?

    I have been there many times and there hasn’t been egg dishes .

    Is there a corkage fee?

    Yes, there's a corkage fee.

    If I had a party of 13 are we allowed to still order off the regular menu?

    Yes. They are known for family style dining.

    Did they change the garlic bread?

    We never order garlic bread but they do serve complimentary bread with their oil and balsamic vinegar.

    If you order Family Style dining, is this unlimited? or just one serving of each dish per person?…

    It's unlimited.

    Does this place still do happy hour? If yes, what days and times?

    Hi Cyn! Yes, we still do Happy Hour. Currently, our Happy Hour is Monday-Friday from 3pm-6pm. We look forward to seeing you soon! Ciao!

    Do they Gluten free secret menu?

    HI Marium! We do offer gluten free options. All of our sauces and dressings are gluten free and we can make most our chicken dishes gluten free. We even have a gluten free penne.

    Is there delivery?

    Yes, I think rhere is. I know pick-up is available.

    Any dairy free options? Can chefs accommodate?

    Yes they can!

    Can they host large parties? Party of 30?

    Yes they have multiple private rooms that can hold 30 or more people

    Do they require reservations?

    They do take reservations but they are not required

    Do you take walk-in?

    Yes they do, just be prepared to wait.

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