Bigger Portions, Same Price: Maggiano's Offers Larger Portions and Expanded Family Style Dining at No Extra Cost
Rhea-AI Summary
Maggiano's Little Italy (NYSE:EAT) begins larger portions and an expanded Family Style menu effective March 18, 2026. Guests receive approximately 20% more pasta and increased protein on signature entrees at no extra cost across 48 locations. Family Style adds 15 dishes and starts at $44 per person ($14 for children under 12), with endless refills and three desserts for sharing. Pricing and availability may vary by location; Family Style unavailable at airport sites.
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News Market Reaction – EAT
In the Mar 18 session, EAT declined 1.91%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction.
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Key Figures
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 16 | Brand activation promo | Positive | +0.8% | Chili’s and Spire Motorsports unveiled a themed NASCAR Marg Machine car. |
| Mar 02 | Executive promotion | Positive | -1.0% | George Felix promoted to EVP and CMO overseeing Chili’s and Maggiano’s. |
| Feb 24 | Sponsorship extension | Positive | +0.3% | Chili’s extended multi-year sponsorship with Spire Motorsports and NASCAR presence. |
| Feb 11 | Customer loyalty launch | Positive | +2.0% | Launch of Chili’s Margarita of the Month Club for fan engagement and promotions. |
| Jan 28 | Earnings and guidance | Positive | -0.4% | Q2 2026 results with higher revenues, EPS, buybacks, and raised full-year guidance. |
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Recent brand- and marketing-focused news has often seen modest positive price moves, while larger strategic or leadership updates have occasionally met with mild selling.
Over the last few months, Brinker has emphasized brand activation and marketing for Chili’s and Maggiano’s, including NASCAR partnerships and a Margarita of the Month Club, with several of these promotions followed by small positive moves of up to 2.02%. Leadership changes, such as promoting George Felix to EVP and CMO on March 2, 2026, coincided with a -1.02% reaction. Q2 fiscal 2026 results showed higher revenues of $1,452.2M and raised full-year guidance, yet the stock slipped 0.41%, indicating occasional profit-taking after fundamentally positive updates.
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Beginning March 18 Guests Can Enjoy
Across all 48 locations nationwide*, guests will see substantially larger pasta dishes with approximately
The move reflects a confident return to what Maggiano's does best: hearty portions, familiar Italian-American flavors, and meals meant to be shared. By leaning into abundance and delivering more value, Maggiano's is bringing people back to the table in a big way, staying true to its roots while reigniting the spirit that has defined the brand for generations.
"Back to Maggiano's means recommitting to what made this brand special— scratch-made food, abundant portions with enough to take home for a second or third meal, and Italian-American favorites we all love sharing with friends and family," said Kevin Hochman, CEO and President of Brinker International, Inc. "The new family-style spread is exactly how Nonna would do it—serving up plate after plate until you couldn't possibly eat another bite, then sending you home with leftovers anyway."
The brand is also taking its beloved Family Style dining experience to the next level by adding 15 additional dishes to the current selections — giving guests even more variety and more reasons to gather around the table. Designed for parties of four or more, and starting at just
"At Maggiano's, we've always believed that Italian-American dining should feel generous in spirit and rich in flavor," said Chef Anthony Amoroso, Vice President of Innovation and Growth at Maggiano's Little Italy. "That tradition has defined us for decades. Whether enjoying your favorite pasta or gathering around the table for Family Style, the experience should feel warm, welcoming, and leave everyone feeling satisfied. We are going back to our core beliefs to make sure every dish reflects that spirit — delivering the same scratch-made quality, abundant portions, and classic dishes that remind you why you came in the first place."
Whether gathering for a celebration, date night or family dinner, guests can expect fuller plates, more choice and the warm hospitality that defines the Maggiano's experience.
To find a Maggiano's location near you, please visit maggianos.com, and follow along on social @MaggianosLittleItaly.
*Prices and selections may vary by location. Family Style menu is not available at airport locations.
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, seafood, decadent desserts, and a captivating selection of theatrical cocktails. Maggiano's has 48 restaurants nationwide offering lunch, dinner, delivery, carryout and various banquet services. Select menu favorites may also be found at airport locations, which offer dine-in and carryout only. 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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