Maggiano's Little Italy

“Really flavorful dishes.”

Really flavorful dishes! LOVED the pasta. Been here about 3 times and 2 of those ordered the Rigattoni D Pasta dish because it really is delicious. The sauce is creamy, not too too salty and tastes amazing so recccomend it! The quality and quantity is well worth the price but I feel this is more of a special occasion/treating yourself type of place due to how pricey it can get with added drinks. Came here for my mom's birthday one of those times and the lady who had also previously served us gave us a free dessert! The lemon cookies in that dessert were soft, crumbly and of course lemoney 🍋 and I would 100% order them as dessert if I came again. Not sure what her name was but waitress was very accommodating and pleasant! We also ended up ordering an additional apple pie type of dessert which was just delicious, what more can I say! This restaurant is popular for a good reason. The reason being quality food, great service and good ambiance. 10/10 Best Italian place I've tried thus far :)

Emilly R

Jan 2026

“Beautiful traditional vibe with friendly service and generous portions.”

Beautiful traditional vibe with friendly service and generous portions. Lovely cocktail presentation. Photo: Penne allaVodka

Kayla Ferenc

Jan 2026

“I love coming here.”

I love coming here.. it always give me a neighborhood feel.. very down to earth very warm and family friendly..I had the stuff mushrooms and Caesar salad with pasta..I usually get the egg plant parm or chicken parm but wanted to try something different I’m glad I did.. thanks for the hospitality and I’ll see you guys again soon

Gee Riley

Dec 2025

“My family of five and I set up reservations a week ahead.”

My family of five and I set up reservations a week ahead. They kept me posted with messages and emails. The food was amazing, along with the atmosphere. We spent $225 for four main dishes, two sides, meatballs and family share salad. Including top. A great experience for those who don't spend this amount of money often.

Sean Smith

Dec 2025

“Superb food and service.”

Superb food and service! Loved their seafood pasta and their fettuccine Alfredo. Their fried calamari is to die for! Perfectly and uniquely seasoned and super soft. A nice fancy Italian restaurant❤️ Note that 1 pasta dish is great for 2-3 people. And Shauna gave us an amazing service!

Heba Ayman

Sep 2025

“The meatballs are phenomenal!”

The meatballs are phenomenal!! We live about 45 mins south of chicago and we travel here often to eat . Best Italian we found . The lasagna is the best

Elizabeth Marquez

Sep 2025

“Such a gem of an Italian restaurant.”

Such a gem of an Italian restaurant! The staff was wonderful and got us seated quickly, which made for a great start to the night. The menu had so many delicious options, but my absolute favorite was the mushroom appetizer — it was to die for! They also have a great cocktail list and an impressive wine selection, making it the perfect spot for a date night or even a larger gathering with friends and family. Warm service, fantastic food, and a welcoming atmosphere — we’ll definitely be back!

Maria V's Bridal Boutique

Aug 2025

“This Italian restaurant delivered an unforgettable dining experience with outstanding service and...”

This Italian restaurant delivered an unforgettable dining experience with outstanding service and the best pasta I’ve ever had. The staff were warm, attentive, and knowledgeable, creating a welcoming atmosphere that enhanced every moment. The pasta was fresh, perfectly cooked, and full of rich, authentic flavor. From start to finish, everything reflected a deep passion for Italian cuisine. I’ll absolutely be returning and highly recommend it to anyone who loves exceptional food and service.

Akinsoji Taiwo

Aug 2025

“I recently visited Mariano’s in Chicago and was excited to learn that this is actually the very...”

I recently visited Mariano’s in Chicago and was excited to learn that this is actually the very first location — such a cool experience! As always, Mariano’s never disappoints. Even after trying locations in other states (like the one in the DMV area), this one stood out with incredibly fresh food and excellent service. Huge shoutout to the host, our server, and the manager —Erika and Julia — for being so welcoming, attentive, and professional. Great experience all around!

Erick Melendez

Jul 2025

“To our surprise the chef came to greet us with a complimentary sample of one of their famous...”

To our surprise the chef came to greet us with a complimentary sample of one of their famous appetizers as it was our first ever visit to Maggiano’s. The food was delicious, presentation on point, our servers wine suggestions were a perfect pairing, and the staff was very friendly. We definitely recommend to anyone in the Chicago area to try this gem!!

Rachael Wollard

Mar 2025

“Our experience at this restaurant was absolutely wonderful.”

Our experience at this restaurant was absolutely wonderful! First, I want to express my gratitude to the amazing server who took care of our table. I couldn’t quite remember his name, but after checking the receipt, I saw “Rigo” written on it—so I hope I got that right! He was incredibly kind and attentive, making our visit even more special. We made our reservation two months ago and visited on March 11 to celebrate my daughter’s birthday. Since we had noted “birthday” as the occasion, the host had sprinkled colorful confetti all over our table before we arrived. That small but thoughtful touch made our entire family feel special even before we sat down! The warm bread and olive oil served at the beginning were the perfect way to whet our appetites. After Rigo carefully explained the menu, we each ordered our preferred drinks and pasta dishes. The pasta was beautifully prepared, staying true to its classic flavors, and the extra chili peppers provided allowed me to adjust the spice level to my liking. After we had thoroughly enjoyed our meal, Rigo surprised my daughter with a special birthday dessert. She was absolutely thrilled and couldn’t stop smiling! From the friendly and thoughtful service by both the host and our server to the high-quality food and cozy atmosphere, everything about this dining experience was perfect. We truly appreciated every detail and will definitely be back again! Highly recommend this place! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Soojin Kim

Mar 2025

“Absolutely love this place.”

Absolutely love this place! Amazingly large portions, and super amazing waitress. So much love for this lady, Tracy, she was so kind and funny and kept checking in to make sure we were good. The chef also gave us free fried mozzarella since it was our first time. I would recommend the mushroom ravioli, the rigatoni and the baked ziti!

Saoirse Teaghan

Oct 2024