Mario's Italian Ristorante
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delicious meal with great service. everything was wonderful, from the bread to pasta to tiramisu. Dogu took good care of us.
Food was absolutely amazing ! Staff very friendly as well! Well done!
This Italian restaurant is the real deal! Sauce and pasta are made fresh and flavors were rich and delicious. Bolognese was exquisite! Service was great and food came out fast 🔥
Hours
| Monday | 4 - 10:30PM |
| Tuesday | 4 - 10:30PM |
| Wednesday | 4 - 10:30PM |
| Thursday | 4 - 10:30PM |
| Friday | 4 - 11:30PM |
| Saturday | 4 - 11:30PM |
| Sunday | 4 - 10:30PM |
Mario's Italian Ristorante offers a terrific dining experience with great service, atmosphere, and outstanding food. The restaurant is known for its fun and outgoing servers who engage with customers, even challenging them to pronounce the Italian dish names. While the service can be slow at times, it adds to the authentic Italian vibes of the place. The food is consistently delicious and comes out quickly, making it a great family-friendly spot in Downtown Charleston, often filled with families and kids.
The menu is small but features very simple Italian dishes like tasty pizzas, including the margherita pizza, and pasta with great gravy and Alfredo sauce. The Gnocchi Gorgonzola has been highlighted for its delicious flavor, despite a presentation that some may find too saucy. The carbonara is described as incredible, and the bruschetta is considered amazing. The lasagne and charcuterie platter are delicious, and salads are fantastic. Wine is expensive while beer is relatively cheap. Prices are fair, and vegetarian options include pasta dishes and pizzas. Though the food is consistent, it may not blow you away, but they do what they do right. Service is fast, though not always warm or friendly, which can bring back memories of dining in Italy. Overall, Mario's is a place that many diners find themselves wanting to return to during their time in Charleston.