Romano's Macaroni Grill

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Romano's Macaroni Grill
Type Wholly owned subsidiary
Founded {{{foundation}}}
Founder Philip J. Romano
Headquarters 6820 LBJ Fwy., Ste. 200
Dallas, TX 75240
Key people Norman E. Brinker
Industry Restaurant
Parent Brinker International, Inc.
Website Romano's Macaroni Grill

Romano's Macaroni Grill is an Italian-style chain of casual dining restaurants with locations throughout the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The first restaurant was founded by Texas restaurateur Philip J. Romano in Leon Springs, Texas on April 19, 1988. Brinker International bought the franchise rights on November 22, 1989. It is a direct competator of The Olive Garden.

Brinker International announced on August 8, 2007 that it would begin exploring a buyer for the 230 company owned stores. If a buyer is found, Macaroni Grill would be the first of Brinker's core brands to be sold. Since 2004 it has cast off the Rockfish Seafood Grill, Corner Bakery Cafe and Big Bowl Asian Kitchen brands.

Currently the biggest Romano's Macaroni Grill restaurant is located in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

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Romano's Macaroni Grill offers variations of Italian foods, including traditional-style pasta dishes, pizza and salads; they often put "twists" on some dishes, modifying as their own signature versions. They also have an extensive children's menu. The company offers catering services at some locations.

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