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The Most Overpriced Italian Restaurant Chains, According To Customers By Matthew Plunkett Sept. 1, 2025 5:40 pm EST

We've all been there. You're looking for a restaurant for a family get-together, but need to find an option acceptable for everyone — from your picky 3 year-old nephew to your picky 87 year-old aunt. As opposed to signs you're at a bad Italian restaurant , the food at a good one needs to taste delicious, provide plenty of options, and, most importantly, not cost an arm and a leg. For years, your local Italian chain provided the perfect solution to this multi-faceted problem. Dinner solved, everyone's happy.

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