New premium cocktails served tableside marks the first in a
series of enhanced offerings coming to restaurants
nationwide
DALLAS, July 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Since opening its
doors on the corner of Clark Street and Grand Avenue in
Chicago, Maggiano's Little Italy
has been synonymous with classic Italian-American dining,
delighting guests with memorable experiences and timeless flavors.
Today, the restaurant introduces the first act of its next
chapter, blending Maggiano's cherished traditions with captivating
cocktail presentations and refined ingredients, creating a unique
and memorable experience that sets the standard for
Italian-American dining.
Under the new leadership of Dominique
Bertolone, boasting 20+ years of hospitality experience
from notable destinations like MGM Resorts in
Las Vegas and properties in
Europe such as Monte Carlo
Beach, his expertise will be pivotal in advancing the
Maggiano's brand into its next chapter.
"We are stepping into an incredibly exciting time at Maggiano's,
bringing new and elevated elements inspired by luxurious
experiences from Las Vegas and
Italy, to our restaurants on a
national scale," said Maggiano's President, Dominique Bertolone. "Guests will always be able
to enjoy Italian-American classics at Maggiano's, and we'll
continue to elevate signature dishes with premium ingredients,
bolstering fan-favorite flavors and adding a touch of theatrical
flair. Our beverage menu has also undergone a transformation,
instead of just getting a great drink, guests will now get a full
experience as cocktails are served with dramatic tableside
presentations. With these changes, we're raising the bar for
ourselves and most importantly, our guests."
Expertly Crafted Cocktails
Crafted by
Maggiano's culinary and beverage experts, the cocktail menu is
changing for the first time in seven years. Aptly named the
Mixologist Collection, this offering blends fan-favorite
flavors with the latest mixology trends, all presented with
tableside flourish aimed at captivating the senses. From
housemade foams to aromatic cocktail garnishes to visual
elements like a smoke box, each sip is a reimagined journey.
Maggiano's updated cocktails range from $14-$17 and
include:
- Smoked Old Fashioned: Presented in a smoke box for
unique visual appeal and full depth of flavor, the Smoked Old
Fashioned is an exciting twist on a classic. It features Knob Creek
Rye, Luxardo Maraschino and bitters with notes of oak added through
the smoking process and served over a whiskey ice sphere.
- Pomegranate Martini: The perfect balance of sweet and
tart, the Pomegranate Martini combines Absolut Raspberri,
Cointreau, pomegranate, cranberry and fresh sour. It's shaken and
served tableside for the fullest, freshest flavors with each
sip.
- Rosa Spritz: This cocktail mixes Malfy Gin Rosa,
fresh sour, strawberry, and topped with Mionetto Prosecco Rosé for
the perfect summer sip. Served in a carafe, it's poured tableside
and finished with a spritz of rose water.
- Grand Margarita: Named after the original
Maggiano's at Clark & Grand in Chicago, the Grand Margarita features Patrón
Silver Tequila, Disaronno Amaretto, lime, orange bitters, and
topped with Maggiano's signature, housemade Italian foam.
Carefully Curated Partnerships
Staying true to its
commitment to quality, Maggiano's is improving ingredients in
key recipes, sourcing trusted products from high-quality
purveyors. From vine-ripened tomatoes cultivated exclusively for
Maggiano's marinara sauce to the carefully selected heavy
cream and Asiago cheese that create the rich, velvety flavor
of the Alfredo sauce, this emphasis on premium ingredients reflects
Maggiano's enduring dedication to taste and quality. This
long-held standard of quality is also reflected in
Maggiano's twice daily tastings of all sauces to ensure
each maintains the right flavor, consistency and taste throughout
the day.
In addition, Maggiano's has been cultivating partnerships with
distinguished industry figures, including one of the world's
youngest sommeliers, Master Sommelier Jason Smith. These
collaborations will further enhance and elevate Maggiano's menu and
in the future, lead to new offerings for Maggiano's guests, which
will continue to be unveiled throughout the summer and fall.
For more information on Maggiano's new menu items or to find a
location near you, visit maggianos.com, and follow along on social
@MaggianosLittleItaly.
About Maggiano's Little Italy®
Maggiano's Little Italy specializes in Italian-American cuisine
served in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Maggiano's menu features
both classic and contemporary recipes – authentic pastas, signature
salads, steaks, fresh seafood, regular chef specials,specialty
desserts, and a theatrical cocktail menu. Maggiano's 50 restaurants
nationwide offer lunch and dinner as well as delivery, carryout
services and banquet spaces for special occasions. Maggiano's is
owned and operated by Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE:
EAT), one of the world's leading casual dining restaurant
companies, serving more than one million guests daily. Brinker owns
or franchises more than 1,600 restaurants in 29 countries and two
territories. In addition to Maggiano's, Brinker owns and operates
Chili's® Grill & Bar.
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restaurant nearest you, please visit maggianos.com.
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