Maggiano's Little Italy® Celebrates Mom With Specialty Menus and Fresh May Features

Maggiano's will be kicking off May with seasonal menu features to savor the season as the weather warms up. The limited-time offerings take a high-end approach to deliver a truly unforgettable dining experience. The new menu items will be available all month and includes:

• Starters include Clams Oreganata with smoked bacon, spinach and an Italian cheese blend, and Heirloom Tomato Burrata with rocket arugula, balsamic pearls, toasted pistachios and an artisan loaf

• Lobster Truffle Ravioli entrée with lobster and truffle-filled ravioli topped with lobster meat, sun-dried tomatoes and asparagus with a lobster cream sauce

• An 8-ounce Filet with Lobster Truffle Ravioli entrée topped with garlic butter lobster and asparagus with a lobster cream sauce

• Double Chocolate Cherry Cake dessert with whole cherries in a black cherry sauce, black cherry and raspberry mascarpone mousse and chocolate ganache frosting

• Pomegranate Martini and a hand-picked Master Sommelier wine feature

"As a restaurant that was founded on the importance of family and celebrations, Mother's Day is truly one of the most important holidays to us here at Maggiano's," said Dominique Bertolone president of Maggiano's Little Italy®. "Instead of the typical Mother's Day meal, guests can celebrate Mom with uniquely special dishes, including our elevated May features. Mother's Day is one of our brands' busiest days of the year. We're honored to serve as a host for celebrations honoring the mothers and mother figures who raised us"

Maggiano's will be offering its three-course specialty menu exclusively on Mother's Day, May 12. The family-style menu gives guests a choice from many decadent options, including ones from the May features menu. Alcoholic beverages can be added onto the meal for an additional charge. The menu includes:

• Salads: Maggiano's and Caesar Salads

• Starters: Crispy Zucchini Fritte, Mozzarella Marinara, Calamari Fritte, Garlic Bread, Clams Oreganata (+) and Heirloom Tomato Burrata (+)

• Entrées: Chicken Parmesan, Chicken Piccata, Branzino Crab Imperial, Salmon Lemon & Herb and Beef Tenderloin Medallions

• Pastas: Spaghetti & Meatball, Mom's Lasagna, Four-Cheese Ravioli, Fettuccine Alfredo, Taylor Street Baked Ziti and Lobster Truffle Ravioli (+)

• Desserts: Double Chocolate Cherry Cake, New York Style Cheesecake, Gigi's Butter Cake and Tiramisu

• Beverages (optional): Rosa Spritz and Mimosa bottle service

For those who prefer to enjoy Mother's Day from the comfort of their homes, Maggiano's will also offer a hot carry-out bundle option for five to six people, now available for pre-order. Starting on Saturday, May 4, carry-out bundles are available to order for pickup Friday, May 10 through Mother's Day. Orders can be placed either online or via phone but must be placed by 8 p.m. the day before pick up. The bundle contains the following:

• Maggiano's Salad

• Spaghetti & Meatballs with meat sauce

• Four-Cheese Ravioli

• Chicken Piccata

• Chocolate Layered Cake

• Lemon Cookies

• Fresh Baked Bread

Reservations for Mother's Day or any special occasion can be made via phone for dine-in guests, online. Restaurants will be open regular hours to make sure Mom is treated right with a quality meal and experience.