Romano's Macaroni Grill(R) to Serve 100 Millionth Glass of House Wine; Milestone to Be Celebrated With Multi-City Simultaneous Toast, Contest

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DALLAS, Sept 27, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Romano's Macaroni Grill customers across the country will raise their glasses this October as the brand celebrates serving its 100 millionth glass of house wine.

On Oct. 17 at 7:30 p.m., managers at 225 locations nationwide will lead a simultaneous toast to the much-loved house wine tradition. An important part of the Romano's Macaroni Grill dining experience since the first restaurant opened in Leon Springs, Texas, in 1988, house wine is served in a stemless tumbler common to eateries in Italy.

"As we pause to commemorate this milestone in Romano's Macaroni Grill history, we want to express our heartfelt thanks to our many loyal customers," said Jean Birch, president of Romano's Macaroni Grill. "Our guests tell us the house wine is an important part of our unique dining experience, and we are proud to have them celebrate with us."

To coincide with the "100 Millionth Glass of House Wine" milestone, participating restaurants will roll back the cost of house wine to the original 1988 price each Tuesday in October. The celebration, which runs through Oct. 31, also includes a contest for patrons with a grand prize trip for two to Italy. Additionally, one lucky winner at each location will win free dinner for two at Romano's Macaroni Grill each month for a year.

Romano's Macaroni Grill house wines -- California chianti, chardonnay and white zinfandel -- are produced by Centerra Wine Company, a sales and marketing company of Constellation Wines U.S.

"Throughout our relationship, we have ensured Romano's Macaroni Grill and its customers have the best choices in house wine and premium bottled selections," said Dale Bishop, vice president, strategic on-premise accounts for Constellation Wines U.S. "We congratulate them on this exciting and unique milestone which is a testament to the fact that wine is an important part of their restaurant experience."

Guests can contact their neighborhood Romano's Macaroni Grill for details on their local celebration or visit http://www.macaronigrill.com for the most up-to-date information and contest entries. Entrants must be 21 and older.

ABOUT ROMANO'S MACARONI GRILL

Romano's Macaroni Grill is a leading casual Italian restaurant with more than 240 locations in 42 states and seven countries. Working in open kitchens, Macaroni Grill chefs prepare Italian classics like Chicken Scaloppine and signature items such as Penne Rustica, as well as grilled specialties, fresh seafood, crisp salads, brick oven pizzas and numerous pasta dishes. The menu is complemented by one of the most extensive wine lists in casual dining, including house wine poured on the honor system, where applicable. Romano's Macaroni Grill is the second-largest brand in the Brinker International (NYSE: EAT) restaurant portfolio. Other Brinker restaurant brands include Chili's Grill & Bar, Maggiano's Little Italy and On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina. For more information, visit http://www.macaronigrill.com

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