I really had some high hopes for this place- my first time here. Let's start by saying that the Mozzerella Caprese and tomato basil soup were really good. The soup is more marinara tasting than creamy like I've had elsewhere. If you are getting pasta with tomato sauce, skip this soup. I got spaghetti and meatballs and my date got chicken Parmesan. They love to drown the meal in sauce. The chicken was also so overdone that even cutting all the edges off still made it seem 20 days old. The pasta was cooked aldente and the meatball was good. I think I like my own sauce at home over this acidic and chef boy ar dee type sauce. Our waiter wasn't great. SLOW and we were never brought bread (even after asking) and while other waiters were explaining the menus and specials we got nothing. Waited forever for simple beverage refills. Boo. Waiting forever for a check even after asking twice. If I return, it will be for appetizers at the bar only and definitely not a meal. Good news is that the manager took off our meals from our bill. Good service that way. **Update! My date got very sick after eating here. Bathroom will be needed if you go here. read more

All of our entrees tonight were excessively salty. The price is slightly on the expensive end but they have large portions that are more than enough. I would recommend getting the you pick two for $12.95 for dine in and one to go. read more

Maggiano's - Italian Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Food, service, ambiance - it does not get any better than this, at least for a suburban restaurant.

Food was awesome, drinks and Dessert were really good, late Friday wait time was long, decided on bar area which worked our great for meeting a friend after work. Waitress was busy but great. read more

We've been coming to Maggiano's for years and absolutely love this place! The service is always top notch and the food is delicious! We were there for lunch today and the hostess, Karen, absolutely made our day! She took photos of our family in front of the tree, chatted and got to know us, and made us feel so welcome. Great service!! read more

Lobster linguini was absolutely amazing! Staff was so attentive and knew what I wanted before I asked! Will definitely recommend to friends and will surely be back! read more

Maggiano's - Italian Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Always take my girlfriend here for her birthday, we both love it. They have a meal deal for two which includes an appetizer or two salads, two classic pasta entrees, a dessert and two classics entrees to take home for around $40. It's quite a good deal and the food NEVER disappoints. Highly recommend. read more

Had the lobster carbonara it was not good at all. Lobster smelled off, snap peas were bitter. I asked for more sauce, when it was brought out it was as thin as broth. Basically had a few bites, server asked if I wanted a box to which I replied no it was terrible to which she smiled. It was loud in there so maybe she didn't hear. I really don't get all the great reviews, it is barely a step above Olive Garden. First and only visit. read more

Excellent Italian dinner! Broader selection than Carrabbas, delicious tilapia and chicken piccata. Calamari had just about the right amount of light breading. Chocolate Zucotto cake was an awesome share!! read more

Maggiano's - Chocolate Zucotto Cake - Italian Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

One hell of a restaurant. The fact you can eat great food and still go home with full meals is so American. The flavor of the food is on point the service of the staff is amazing. My family loves this place. But if you want to eat here on a Friday of Saturday. Make sure you get a reservation. read more

Maggiano's - This is the chicken and pepper flatbread. This is a must to have as an appetizer. - Italian Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

This is our favorite place to go for birthdays, anniversaries, and date night dinners. The food here is wonderful, decently priced for a nicer restaurant, excellent atmosphere, and great service. Out of our dozens of visits here, we have only had bad service once which was quickly corrected by management. They have awesome bread here, the meatballs are to die for, and I have never had a meal I didn't like. The serves are awesome at making recommendations if you are unsure what to get. Everyone always looks professional, and the restaurant is nice and clean! A reservation is a must for dinner during the weekend though! If you want a wonderful experience with excellent food for an affordable price, Maggiano's is the place to go! read more

Maggiano's is great every time we go! And we have been frequent visitors since it opened back in the day. We actually got engaged here in 2005 and then two kids later we are still enjoying this establishment. Last couple times we visited, dinner with extended family last Friday and then a children's cooking class this morning, were fantastic. The food, no matter what you order, is great. I especially love the gluten free Rigatoni D and the Maggiano's Salad! My kids are rather picky eaters, but have warmed up to the marinara and Alfredo pastas! They also have a great wine selection and the servers/bartenders are helpful with selections. We've also had a chance to meet Chef Karl on a few occasions and he is a stand up guy to say the least. He really puts a solid face behind the organization and makes you WANT to come back. Highly recommended even if you are avoiding gluten. read more

Maggiano's is a great place for parties, events, and low key dinners with friends or partners. The bartenders know their stuff and can cook up anything you want with a twist! I enjoyed the bruschetta, the bar tour was delicious and the pasta was fresh and amply served. I had the Alfredo and got a meat sauce pasta with it as part of their 2 for 2 deal. All in all, Maggiano's is a fun and delicious way to spend and evening out! read more

Have always had a good experience coming! Had come alone , with friends and with my daughter and my every time it's been great! Cant go wrong with anything on the menu and the staff is excellent ! read more

This was our first time dining here and we will definitely go again! My husband and I got the meal for 2 which included two side salads, two entrees off the classic menu and a dessert to split, PLUS two more entrees to take home for later. It was a great deal! The food was delicious and the portions were generous. I like that that take reservations. read more

Our server Nick was fantastic. My girlfriend had a shrimp allergy and the sous chef came out and spoke to us personally. Manhattan was spot on. Food was flavorful. We will be back, thank you for the amazing experience! read more

My husband and I came to the area to Christmas shop and take a little getaway from our busy life. We love Maggiano's. The food and atmosphere back home in Indianapolis was exactly what we were looking for. The food at this location was awesome. Timely service too. However, the bartender/waitress was so rude. Not friendly and made me feel unwanted/welcome. She needs to move on from this job, clearly. read more

This review is for their take-out counter. I've ordered there twice now and when I went to pick up my order at their take out counter, no one was there. Waited a few minutes before grabbing a server from the bar asking them to find whoever was in charge of take out orders. A few minutes pass, a line of us grew waiting for someone. Finally a guy emerges with 2 bags for the person in front of me. He then turned around and disappeared without acknowledging the rest of us clearly waiting for pick up. Overall I spent 20mins in line waiting for my food to be brought out. I don't know what the deal is but management needs a heads up, after this happened twice, I've stopped ordering take out from Maggianos Kenwood. It's just way to slow to make sense as a takeout option. read more

Yesterday I placed an order for pickup. They brought it to my car and when I arrived home, I noticed that they forgot to include the bottle of wine that I ordered. When I called about it I spoke with Assistant General Manager Angel Bendezu who offered to have someone bring it out to the house. I gladly accepted the offer and told him there was no rush. About 15 minutes later, Angel was at my door with the wine. That is great service! Thanks Angel! read more

Okay, so I've officially deemed myself a foodie. Today my cousin and I decided to have lunch at Maggiano because; I have personally heard so many good things about this restaurant. Neither of us have dined there. The restaurant alone is very welcoming and homey. The staff delivers stellar customer service. Our server David was very helpful with explaining the drink menu and lunch menu. He had a great personality. The food was amazing for a first time visit! Also, one of the managers brought our table some brushetta because it was our first time dining at Maggiano's. We traveled about 45 minutes and I must say it was well worth it! We'll definitely, be back. Another world class customer service visit! read more

I WOULD RECOMMEND THIS RESTAURANT TO EVERYONE. Last night we rented out one of their banquet rooms for my mother's 50th birthday and it was one of the most memorable and amazing experiences. The staff was unbelievable kind, engaged, genuine, fun, flexible, and helpful. The food was OUTSTANDING. The space was beautiful. We wanted for nothing and everything couldn't have flowed more seamlessly. Thanks so much to this Maggianos location for making everything perfect. Worth every penny and more. Use this location for any function. read more

The service was excellent. The food was really good. The cocktails were not great at all. Great prices and decent serving size.

We had a reservation and were on time. We had to wait 25 minutes to be seated, Hostess didn't apologize and she came across as uncaring and rude. Found it confusing coming thru the front door to not find a hostess stand without circling around. Floor was wet and actually saw a person fall while we were there. Impressed with the server who was friendly. He explained the menu and was attentive as he could be during the crowded restaurant. Our family felt like we were closed in with the seating so close that we couldn't get in and out without bumping into another party. Very loud with the atmosphere. The best part of the evening was the food. Baked Ziti, Lasagna, Spaghetti and meatball with the biggest meatball I've ever had on a plate. The sauce is what makes their dinners such a mouthwatering delight. We had dessert of strawberry cheesecake that made a perfect ending to the meal. Huge portions with enough to take home. If I return I'll most likely do a pick up because of the atmosphere. read more

Maggiano's - Spaghetti with the huge meatball to devour. - Italian Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

This is the third Maggiano's establishment we've eaten at. Never disappointed. The service is friendly, attentive without being intrusive. The food was delicious, and we enjoyed several selections off the brunch menu for a change. Angela was the perfect server. read more

Everything was great. Ordered the Marco meal. Server was nice, food was great, and also got a special coupon from the manager! Will return in the future!! read more

Maggiano's never disappoints. My husband and I dine here often for date nights. It has a romantic ambiance (request a booth) and the pasta dishes are superb. We typically order the 'dinner for two' special, which includes 2 pasta dishes, an appetizer & dessert to share ($39.95 and well worth the price). They also send you home with a meal for the next evening. I love the cheese ravioli, it is great! The entrees are large and I never finish mine. The lasagna and spaghetti are also fantastic options. We order the bruschetta as an appetizer and it's always perfect. The apple dessert and creme brûlée are our favorite dessert choices. They also have amazing chocolate cake, too. I highly recommend you make reservations if dining in on a weekend. We've waited a few hours to be seated in the past, but with its location outside of Kenwood Town Center, we usually just waste some time in the mall. read more

First time eating here. Was in town visiting family, just randomly stopped in on a busy Saturday night. Got a big group of us seated right away. Portions were huge and our order came with boxed up pasta to go. So delicious and was a great next day lunch! read more

We did the family style and there was so much food. It was a great experience. The staff was very knowledgeable. They even did everything they could the give gluten free options. The price is okay per person. read more

It's a tradition to come here with my family for the holiday shopping kickoff....and usually it's amazing. This time they got my order wrong twice (just simply switching salad dressing from one I have a slight allergy to). The waitress was nice about it but clearly was irritated I wanted to get the correct dressing. She didn't have a very genuine attitude about service. Otherwise, the best thing about this place is the "eat one now, take one home too" for $12.95. I always get the Fettuccini Alfredo (to eat there and the second portion to take home). The portions are huge so I usually get 2 meals out of the regular adult portion. Overall I love this place and will come back here with family and friends. read more

Ultimately the food was very good but the service is terrible. I made reservations for six people and received an automated text that had a nasty tone stating everyone must be present and on time or the will give away the table. Ok no problem. We did our part, arrived early and the didn't seat us for 20 mins after the reservation time. Then they tried to seat us at a table that only holds 4. Then the waitress forgot our drinks, got almost ever order wrong. The restaurant was not even busy. This restaurant is probably best for takeout. read more

How can you not like this place. It's some of the best Italian food you'll have, even if it is a chain. You have to try the family style meal. It's an experience but not for the small appetite. read more

Love this place !! I've been here multiple times and the food is awesome. If you get one of their pastas from the menu, you get one to take home too. What a deal !! Sign up for their coupons, which are pretty good. I have tried their two for 40 deal and you get a lot of food for 40 dollars. It's an awesome deal ! They make all their desserts in house, so nothing is shipped frozen to the site. My favorite dessert is the dessert sampler.. it's something you can share with a group and you get to enjoy a little bit of everything. read more

The food was good, but not anything special. The service was awful. My drink was not filled the entire time I was there. The staff did not clean other tables, we had to ask for silverware, and ask for our check. The staff did not acknowledge customers as they came in and several ended up leaving because of it. read more

My wife loves pasta dishes. I have food sensitivities to both tomatoes and dairy, so that means I don't usually treat her to Italian restaurants. She wanted to go to Maggiano's for her birthday. We got a reservation and went. I was very impressed with the room. Very pretty mix of old and new elements filled with well-dressed and polite wait-staff. But we had to wait for 5 mins, even though we had arrived on time for our reservation. We were seated. The place was packed. Our waiter appeared to be serving 10 tables... maybe more. The first person to our table was a manager to ask how we were doing. We did not have water or bread at the table yet, and we have now been seated for over five minutes. An assistant waiter arrives with the water and bread a minute later. Easily ten minutes later is the next time anyone comes to the table; our waiter introduces himself. We order a bottle of wine and appetizers, and I announce my food issues. He sends the chef out to talk to me. I was very impressed with that. It was very reassuring that I could inform the man actually preparing my food about my allergies. I order the veal marsala with a side of pasta (which he could easily modify), and then an extra side of grilled asparagus. The food arrived at our table after a small wait. Since it is prepared fresh, the wait seemed slightly long, but not too excessive. However, we had arrived at 6:30, and by the time we actually had our dinner it was 7:30 and the bottle was almost empty. The food was tasty, but the veal was overcooked. The asparagus never arrived. After finishing our meal, our waiter came up and asked if we wanted dessert. My wife is not too into sweets, and my allergies preclude most Italian desserts. But I ordered a port. Easily ten minutes later, I visited the waiter's station to get my bill, since it did not seem that my port was going to make it to the table. A few minutes later, the bill arrives along with some complimentary lady fingers for my wife's birthday. As I was looking at the bill, I noticed they had recommended gratuity amounts... 18%, 20%, and 22%. That seemed a little gauche, but the thing that pushed me over the top was that the amounts were WRONG! Our bill was $131.10, before a coupon and tax. After coupon, it was $121.10. Add in tax, $129.58. 20% of these numbers is $26.22, $24.22, and $25.32. What did they recommend? $28.06 (which is one-fifth of what the amount of the bill would have been had they not gave us the coupon reduction and had charged tax on the full amount). I shouldn't have to break down an itemized bill at the end of dinner just to figure out my tip. So, this was a completely "Meh" experience. I loved the concern for my allergies. I hate that they have so few waitstaff that they can't attend to basic needs on time and they can't get orders correct. And apparently, they can't do math. read more

Outstanding service and food! When I first entered the restaurant I was sure the food would be above my budget allowance. The servers were dressed in sharp outfits and exhibited a refined elegance. However, they were quick to engage in a little humor while maintaining a sense of professionalism. I was most impressed with how our server listened to provide the best service possible. When he learned that I wanted to take a small, leftover slice of bread to the airport the next day he instead provided me a partial loaf. Leftovers and second meals were placed in microwavable friendly packages for those who had to stay in hotels and continue working in the Cincinnati area. Maggiano's provides and abundance of food. Several menu items include a second meal to take home, and considering the price of the first meal it is surprising that a second would be included for no additional cost. For instance, I ordered the Eggplant Parmesan for $12.95 and received a second for free. The first meal was so large I could only eat half so in reality for $12.95 I could have had four meals. This makes Maggiano's a delight to contractors and other workers who have to live out of hotels. (Sadly, my dinner partner got to enjoy my leftovers and second meal.) It was a delight to visit Maggiano's, and the next time I visit Cincinnati I will be sure to eat here on my first night. I can't think of anything better than eating good food for several nights, well, except for maybe their cheesecake. read more

Great staff and great for events. A little crowded at some tables. But the cheesecake comes high recommended :)

My favorite Italian restaurant. I am visiting to this place every month or twice a month. I love their stakes and pasta. Friendly and cozy warm restaurant to celebrate or brunch with your friends and family members. read more

Visited Maggianos at the Kenwood Towne center on 09/05/20; 1st time there and I was curious about the food since we usual go to Bravo's in West Chester or go to Sorrento's in Reading both top nootch restaurants in my book. Anyways, we had a late lunch after mall shopping and decided to try something new so we venture out to Maggianos. We were seated by a host, and order off of paper menu's. The atmosphere was quite elegant and we get window sears, music was playing to Frank Sintra and the restaurant interior was clean and tidy. Our server was a young lady name Jordan and table 12/1 - Let me say she was a delight and knew her menu to the T, She told us about the specials and her recommendations and try to sell us on the fine wines and spirits that the restaurant offered. We order the spaghetti and meatball and a Lasagna. The lasagna was excellent but the spaghetti noodles was under cooked, texture was gummy and kind of hard to the point of maybe crunchy at the ends. The meat sauce was a bit bland tasted more like marinara and I'm sure I order thin spaghetti with meat sauce. On the other hand, the lasagna was the best it was layered between noodles, cheese and sausage. It puts Bravo's lasagna to shame and about the same as Sorrento's. Overall I will never ever again get the spaghetti again it was awful :-( ....The service Jordan provided was top notch and she did not forget and leave us but was constantly filling our drinks. she was a super hero but I wish I could say that about the food. I did visit the restrooms upstairs on the 2nd floor, they were clean and tidy and well stocked. At the end, she sent me home with more pasta that I didn't eat.... read more

Went here last night with my friends and our two kids. The table we got was a little squished and too close to the next table. Our host however was super awesome his name was Doug and he explain anything and everything on the menu to us if we had questions he let us know, his service was just beyond great. The food was really good we had fried zucchini as appetizer and the pasta was tasty. The prices were very reasonable for the amount of food that was given. I will definitely say the place was kid-friendly . It was just kind of squished I wish there were more space for us to have been more comfortable. But the table next to us scooted over to make room for us so that was cool. The manager also brought my friend's car that she have valeted since they closed earlier than the restaurant and parked it right in front of the restaurant which was super nice of them. Overall really great experience love the place would definitely go back. read more

Maggiano's - Italian Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Maybe it was an exception. I am a salty girl and I adore Italian. My take home lasagna was so salty I could only eat a few bites. Unbelievably salty! read more