No frills Italian restaurant with great food, the atmosphere needs updating but the food is always excellent here. Great for families and couples. This place gets packed early especially at 5pm!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Jackie Adler
Wow! What a fantastic experience my family had dining here last weekend. It was our first time, but it will definitely not be the last.
I knew it was going to be an amazing meal from the minute I walked in, and it felt like I had entered an Italian grandmother's house. The space has that nostalgic family feel, and this is emphasized by the staff who make you feel at home from the beginning. It is a warm and inviting place where the time flies without you realizing.
All of the staff were friendly, helpful, and always there right when you needed something. They worked together seamlessly with a variety of people filling water glasses, delivering food, offering more bread, and removing dishes as they were emptied. The service was top-notch.
The food was equally as incredible from the bread and appetizers to the salads, entrees, and desserts. Each time I tried something new, I was amazed at how delicious it all was. Fresh, warm bread and butter starts the meal off while you peruse the menu. My dining companions raved about the calamari and proclaimed it incredibly fresh and some of the best they had anywhere. I sampled the stuffed mushrooms and could easily have ordered a whole plate for myself if I thought I had room. Salads come with the entrees; the blue cheese on mine was definitely homemade and tasted great. We each ordered different entrees, and I sampled a few. The chicken parmesan was tied for my favorite of the night. It was thin, which I love and seasoned and cooked perfectly. Their tomato sauce is excellent; I used some of the remaining bread to scoop up more of it. The other entree tied for my favorite was the gnocchi; also in the tomato sauce and also sooo good! Favorite dessert would be the cannoli. The filling was whipped and light, which is my preference over the heavier ones you often find.
I cannot encourage you enough to visit and try this place for yourself. You won't be disappointed! Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Stuffed Mushrooms
G L
Surprisingly, one of my best seafood meals ever.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
SongMk
Tried to order food for takeout when I see the high rating on google review. Not sure if it's busy time, whoever took my call not patient at all and just hang up on me when I try to explain what I plan to order. I probably will try another time but really frustrated.
Service: 1
Lucia Bergamin
A family favorite for many decades, authentic Italian food while feeling right at home.
Visiting from Texas, absolutely the best Italian food, so savoring, excellent and amazing
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jimmy Tanico
Your mother's/grandmother's sauce is here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Byron Iturbo
The place is kind of small but comfortable,The atmosphere feels like pace good went you are eating, the food is good subject is you have a chance to visit the restaurant in some moment and joined the time in there.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Italian Cheesecake, Ravioli, Chicken Parmigiana Ala Vodka Sauce
Mark Lovitz
Went here with my coworkers for a holiday dinner. The food was very good and they had no problem making modifications. The waiter was very interactive and entertaining. A very nice
Had our store holiday party there and they were very accommodating with the reservation. Lots of options on the menu so people could order what they preferred. Food was good. Service was great.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Al Bunshaft
Neighborhood gem. Consistently good. Fresh seafood and outstanding steaks. Super friendly staff.We go here regularly. They are not trying to be trendy or chic, only wholesome and delicious. The decor is a bit dated, but the food and service make it always worth a visit.
Vegetarian options: Salads, some apps, pasta, eggplant parm, etc. No specific vegan or vegetarian menu.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Victoria Valencia
Best Italian food I’ve had in years!!! The service was stellar and perfectly on point. The best experience from the moment we arrived to the moment we walked out the door . Could not recommend it this restaurant any more!!!
Vegetarian options: Many vegetarian options. So many specials every night that it adds even more options.
Parking: Free parking in a lot attached to building. Very wheelchair accessible.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Stuffed Mushrooms, Live Maine Lobster, Tartufo
Jon N
Last night, 11/10/23, we decided to give this place a try and we were extremely pleased.Salads were made with fresh ingredients and the house dressing was a tasty Italian vinaigrette.Julie had an order of baked ziti. The sauce was flavorly flawless. It had a robust and sweet palatableness.I opted for the rib eye steak special which was accompanied by corn on the half-cob and a portion of mashed potatoes. It came with a $44 price tag, a bit pricey, but the steak was mammoth-sized. It was extremely tasty, though the marinade was a little high in saltiness. The medium rare presentation was cooked to perfection. The corn was fresh and buttery. The mashed potatoes were a disappointment. They tasted old, not made from scratch, and while parts of it were hot, some were lukewarm.For dessert, we shared a slice of chocolate mousse cake, which was a captivating confection. It was very rich and satisfying for those with sweet teeth.The cappuccino was made too strongly. I drink Café Bustelo daily, so I have a genuine appreciation for strong coffee, but this cappuccino tasted bitter and undrinkable. Was it possible I received espresso instead?Our server was very nice and extremely knowledgeable about the menu, but I believe he was taking on too many tables. Another server may have been easier to handle this Friday night crowd.Bathroom definitely could use an update.Another item worth mentioning is, this place only takes reservations by phone and does not use applications like OPEN TABLE.Wholistically, the experience was enjoyable and this place has the capability of earning 5 stars, with a few refinements.We will likely return.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Judith A (jadzzia06)
Mardino's is a classic. They never fail to impress with their food and service. And we were even serenaded by the chef. :) Lots of fun.
No frills Italian restaurant with great food, the atmosphere needs updating but the food is always excellent here. Great for families and couples. This place gets packed early especially at 5pm!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Wow! What a fantastic experience my family had dining here last weekend. It was our first time, but it will definitely not be the last.
I knew it was going to be an amazing meal from the minute I walked in, and it felt like I had entered an Italian grandmother's house. The space has that nostalgic family feel, and this is emphasized by the staff who make you feel at home from the beginning. It is a warm and inviting place where the time flies without you realizing.
All of the staff were friendly, helpful, and always there right when you needed something. They worked together seamlessly with a variety of people filling water glasses, delivering food, offering more bread, and removing dishes as they were emptied. The service was top-notch.
The food was equally as incredible from the bread and appetizers to the salads, entrees, and desserts. Each time I tried something new, I was amazed at how delicious it all was. Fresh, warm bread and butter starts the meal off while you peruse the menu.
My dining companions raved about the calamari and proclaimed it incredibly fresh and some of the best they had anywhere. I sampled the stuffed mushrooms and could easily have ordered a whole plate for myself if I thought I had room. Salads come with the entrees; the blue cheese on mine was definitely homemade and tasted great.
We each ordered different entrees, and I sampled a few. The chicken parmesan was tied for my favorite of the night. It was thin, which I love and seasoned and cooked perfectly. Their tomato sauce is excellent; I used some of the remaining bread to scoop up more of it. The other entree tied for my favorite was the gnocchi; also in the tomato sauce and also sooo good!
Favorite dessert would be the cannoli. The filling was whipped and light, which is my preference over the heavier ones you often find.
I cannot encourage you enough to visit and try this place for yourself. You won't be disappointed! Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Stuffed Mushrooms
Surprisingly, one of my best seafood meals ever.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Tried to order food for takeout when I see the high rating on google review. Not sure if it's busy time, whoever took my call not patient at all and just hang up on me when I try to explain what I plan to order. I probably will try another time but really frustrated.
Service: 1
A family favorite for many decades, authentic Italian food while feeling right at home.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is fantastic! Great food and service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tortellini Bolognese, Chicken Francaise
Visiting from Texas, absolutely the best Italian food, so savoring, excellent and amazing
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Your mother's/grandmother's sauce is here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The place is kind of small but comfortable,The atmosphere feels like pace good went you are eating, the food is good subject is you have a chance to visit the restaurant in some moment and joined the time in there.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Italian Cheesecake, Ravioli, Chicken Parmigiana Ala Vodka Sauce
Went here with my coworkers for a holiday dinner. The food was very good and they had no problem making modifications. The waiter was very interactive and entertaining. A very nice
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Had our store holiday party there and they were very accommodating with the reservation. Lots of options on the menu so people could order what they preferred. Food was good. Service was great.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Neighborhood gem. Consistently good. Fresh seafood and outstanding steaks. Super friendly staff.We go here regularly. They are not trying to be trendy or chic, only wholesome and delicious. The decor is a bit dated, but the food and service make it always worth a visit.
Vegetarian options: Salads, some apps, pasta, eggplant parm, etc. No specific vegan or vegetarian menu.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best Italian food I’ve had in years!!! The service was stellar and perfectly on point. The best experience from the moment we arrived to the moment we walked out the door . Could not recommend it this restaurant any more!!!
Vegetarian options: Many vegetarian options. So many specials every night that it adds even more options.
Parking: Free parking in a lot attached to building. Very wheelchair accessible.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Stuffed Mushrooms, Live Maine Lobster, Tartufo
Last night, 11/10/23, we decided to give this place a try and we were extremely pleased.Salads were made with fresh ingredients and the house dressing was a tasty Italian vinaigrette.Julie had an order of baked ziti. The sauce was flavorly flawless. It had a robust and sweet palatableness.I opted for the rib eye steak special which was accompanied by corn on the half-cob and a portion of mashed potatoes. It came with a $44 price tag, a bit pricey, but the steak was mammoth-sized. It was extremely tasty, though the marinade was a little high in saltiness. The medium rare presentation was cooked to perfection. The corn was fresh and buttery. The mashed potatoes were a disappointment. They tasted old, not made from scratch, and while parts of it were hot, some were lukewarm.For dessert, we shared a slice of chocolate mousse cake, which was a captivating confection. It was very rich and satisfying for those with sweet teeth.The cappuccino was made too strongly. I drink Café Bustelo daily, so I have a genuine appreciation for strong coffee, but this cappuccino tasted bitter and undrinkable. Was it possible I received espresso instead?Our server was very nice and extremely knowledgeable about the menu, but I believe he was taking on too many tables. Another server may have been easier to handle this Friday night crowd.Bathroom definitely could use an update.Another item worth mentioning is, this place only takes reservations by phone and does not use applications like OPEN TABLE.Wholistically, the experience was enjoyable and this place has the capability of earning 5 stars, with a few refinements.We will likely return.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Mardino's is a classic. They never fail to impress with their food and service. And we were even serenaded by the chef. :) Lots of fun.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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