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April 26, 2026

Ruling Arrives: Spanish Restaurant Chain Deletes THIS Word From Its Name

Spanish restaurant chain "Mafia sits at the table" is forced to change its name after 25 years due to a legal dispute initiated by Italian authorities, reports today's Messaggero.

Ruling Arrives: Spanish Restaurant Chain Deletes THIS Word From Its Name

TL;DR

  • Spanish restaurant chain 'Mafia sits at the table' is changing its name to 'Family sits at the table'.
  • The name change is due to a legal dispute initiated by Italian authorities, who deemed the original name contrary to public order and morals.
  • The Spanish patent and trademark office canceled the existing name at the request of the Italian embassy in Spain.
  • Founder Javier Floristan announced the rebranding will be completed by the end of May.
  • The new brand will be presented on May 5th in Zaragoza, with the first location under the new name opening in Madrid in late April.
  • The group, which also includes Ditaly and La Boutique Trattoria Viajera, reported a turnover of 135 million euros in 2024.
  • The company plans expansion with an investment of 15 million euros for 30 new locations this year, adding to its existing 120 establishments in Spain.

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