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Mario's Original

4.0 (141 reviews)
InexpensivePizza, Italian, Salad
Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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MARIO'S ORIGINAL ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?
Casual
Quiet
Good for kids
Good for groups

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Half white pizza half Godfather Pizza
Yamini V.

Great pizza spot for a good price and chill vibes, especially if you're hitting the Senator for a movie right across the street. Eats: We did the half white half godfather 16" and it was way more than enough for two. The white was my favorite with the ricotta but if you're looking for a more stuffed and meaty feel, The Godfather's your best bet. Staff was kind and we even got a complimentary strawberry shortcake to take with us!

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Melody M.

Pretty good. Garlic knots and Caesar salad. Garlic knots were made to order gripe is that they weren't dripping in butter and garlic sauce but they were good and fresh. Salad was standard.

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Chloe S.

The pizza is good. The manager is bad. I called in to get a slice when they opened at 11am. The guy told me 15 minutes. I showed up a few minutes later and waited in the car for another 10 minutes. Went inside, they never started the pizza slices. I asked why and the guy just kind of brushed me off, even though he saw me sitting in my car the whole time. He came out a time or two while I waited (the chef was inside the whole time.) He said "we don't have slices until 11:30am." That would have been fine if he told me that on the phone, not so fine since you told me at 11 it would be 15 minutes. Normally a little longer wait wouldn't be an issue, but i was making a quick trip for my lunch break. I told him i had tried to come grab a slice the night before and they were closed early. He asked when and I said I was there at 10. "We close at ten!" I explained that Google said they were open until 11 and he might want to edit the hours on there. He continued shouting at me, "We close at 10. It says that everywhere! don't know what Google you're looking at! We close at 10!" I pulled it up to show him, he pulled it up too. He then said "that needs to be changed!" No apology, nothing. They get all their ingredients and their desserts from Costco, I watched him bring them inside. The slice was fresh since I had to wait another additional 20 minutes. Due to the jerk that runs the place, I won't be back.

Margherita Pizza -- the most beautiful pizza in all the land
Alexandra K.

Mario's has quickly become my favorite pizza spot in Baltimore! I refuse to order form anywhere else since discovering it. To me, the true test of a good pizza is a restaurant's cheese and/or margherita pizza. Both from Mario's are simply phenomenal! I can eat a whole 12" of the margherita on my own --it is just THAT good. Crust is crispy and holds up to the generous amount of delicious sauce (they don't skimp on the sauce, LOVE them for this!), unlike those other pizza slices that immediately flop down when you pick them up and all the toppings fall off... that's the worst. They give just the right amount of mozzarella and basil too. Holy moly I'm drooling just thinking about it. Also, if you're a normal person and don't eat entire pizzas in one sitting like me, this pizza reheats super well! Crispy but still saucy and just plain perfection. I'm so so glad to have Mario's in the area. Pickup and delivery are always a breeze. Love that they sell single slices too. I'll soon be trying the subs if only I can break away from the pizzas for once. The meatballs are also delicious! Omg okay I'll stop now. Thank you Mario's for keeping me well fed during this pandemic!! #thankyouthursday

Fries, mozzarella sticks, & fried ravioli... delicious!
Jill G.

This restaurant is close to the Senator Theater. The food is amazing! We had the margarita pizza & it was terrific. The staff are friendly and very attentive. My family and I will certainly return here for a post movie meal.

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I live 2 blocks south of Mario's. I've eaten nearly every pizza in a 1-mile radius (that's a lot of pizza) there is nothing that really compares. The dough the sauce and the cheese it all comes together to create that great pie! It's always clean, bright and the staff is always friendly and helpful. But it's all about the pizza and this is THE PLACE and THE PIE!

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Service is nice and friendly every time. My number one choice for a cheese pizza in the area. It's really really good.

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Easily the best delivery/pick up pizza in Baltimore. Please never close Mario's, Baltimore needs you.

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Tried Mario's tonight for the first time. Delicious Pizza! The crust and sauce are so good! Will definitely go back.

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Best pizza in Baltimore. If you want authentic New York style pizza look no further. The only place I get pizza, plus they offer delivery.

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Excellent service very friendly and Delicious pizza best in Baltimore..

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Amazing pizza and great service. Try something different get the chicken bacon ranch, it's well worth it.

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Love this place. The pizza is good and the owner is friendly. Definitely recommend!

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Great place to have pizza across from the Senator Theatre. It's a family favorite. Love the italian ice too. Lots of flavors.

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4.2(755 reviews)
5.4 mi•Little Italy
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Great meal before Baltimore marathon! Restaurant was very accommodating as we had any people in…read morethe party. Staff was very attentive, friendly and came to check on us often. Complimentary bread was warm and delicious. For my entree I ordered spaghetti con funghi. All pasta is house made. Potions are generous. The tomato and mushroom sauce had a nice spice kick, garlic and many chopped sautéed mushrooms. It was the perfect carb load meal pre race. Thank you for a great dinner!

I realize this might be controversial, but La Scala just doesn't blow me away like it does for some…read morepeople. I came here for a birthday dinner for my friend. There was about 8 of us and we were seated downstairs in the bar area at a high top. Despite there being a reservation, it felt like our party was a last minute thought. The table was cramped and the ambiance of the downstairs bar area was dingy and dimly-lit. Our server, who was also the only bartender, did his best to multi task all night, although his demeanor was not very warm or friendly. I ordered the gluten free version of the Samantha fettuccine. Despite this being the only noodle they don't make in house, I had to pay extra for it. Annoying, but not totally unexpected. What was disappointing was the total price for the dish. It came out to be almost $50.... I believe the pasta is marked as market price due to the inclusion of crab meat but when it arrived, there was barely any in the dish. The flavor of the sauce was good but definitely not worth the price tag. I won't be returning anytime soon.

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4.1(844 reviews)
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What a special experience for our anniversary dinner. The servers were excellent and The…read morehandwritten card for our anniversary set the tone for the evening -- just lovely all the way around. Now for the food: Asparagus bruschetta: a light and refreshing bite. Love the tangy, creamy, herby, crunchy flavors and textures going on here. Bread could have been more substantial to hold all the asparagus but still a worthy appetizer option Oysters: "on point" -- his quote after each oyster. That's a good sign. Silence as he devours it is the clue that tells me it's more than just good it's excellent. Spinach cavatelli: phenomenal. All the flavors play off of each other well. The spinach and mint complement the lamb beautifully. The ricotta pulls it all together. Very very well done. Rigatoni alla vodka: classic flavor, excellent execution. The heat is subtle and comes in at the end of the bite. Nice umami from the cheese and the pasta is cooked perfectly al dente. Sauce to pasta ratio is exactly right with the sauce perfectly coating the pasta. Seems simple, but to get it this level of "right" takes attention to detail Red bliss potatoes: they even did justice to their sides! Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, perfect amount of truffle so That it isn't overpowering. Get the gelato for dessert you absolutely won't regret it. As a special touch they gave us some creamy, dreamy tiramisu for our anniversary. Highly recommend if you want a special meal in Baltimore!

I came here for my graduation luncheon, and it was such a lovely experience! The restaurant was…read morecute, with a nice atmosphere for celebrating a special occasion. We ordered a charcuterie board, which I thoroughly enjoyed, and my pasta was good as well. The staff was wonderful and made the experience even more enjoyable. Between the food, service, and atmosphere, I had a great time celebrating such a special milestone here!

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Stopped in for their brunch. The hours are 11-3 on Saturdays…read moreand Sundays. On this visit I had the following: Tonno con avocado-nicely portioned. Fresh tuna and avocado. All the ingredients worked. The pistachios, blood orange, capers, evoo, olives, sesame seeds and Calabrian chili oil. Perfect! Very awesome bite. Avocado toast 3 ways- served on cibatta bread all 3 were nice bites. One had smoked salmon, red onion and capers. Another had, crispy pancetta & poached egg. The last had heirloom tomato, shaved fresh Parmesan and balsamic drizzle. Another flavor fest dish. Totally deelish. Limoncello spritz-prefectly booze. Great alternative to the standard mimosa. Service was fast. Ambiance was loungey with great lighting. Would patronize again.

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4.1(789 reviews)
5.3 mi•Little Italy
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It's been a while since I've been to La Tavola, so I stopped in for brunch by myself. Service was…read morequick because it was just me in there at first and my server was very nice. I opted for the brunch option vs from the regular menu because I wasn't super hungry. So, I got a salad and a main with a cocktail. The caesar salad is dressed well and I liked how shredded the lettuce was. The flavor was just what I wanted from this salad. My lemoncello spritz was very tasty and refreshing. I also opted for the fried eggplant stuffed with spinach and I'm so glad I did. The zucchini paired with it was delicious and I would mix a piece with the fried eggplant roll-up. The sauce they use is very good. My food came out hot and prepared just how I wanted. My server checked on me regularly. I was able to listen to my audiobook with one earbud in without issue and just enjoy myself because it was a slow time.

I'm continuing my quest to eat meatballs at every single Little Italy restaurant, and La Tavola…read moremissed quite a few marks for me while hitting others. First, the restaurant is gorgeous. It's one of the most beautiful spots in Little Italy, which is saying something. They use a lot of mirrors, which makes the space feel enormous, and based on ambiance alone, it would make a fantastic date spot. I ordered a flight of bruschetta, the meatballs, a tagliere of meats and cheeses, and the Culurgiones, an herb-forward stuffed pasta. The bruschettas tasted good, but they were soggy. It felt like either the bread hadn't been toasted enough or they had sat assembled for too long. Bruschetta should have some crunch and structure; these didn't. The tagliere was fine, but a little boring. More disappointing, the meats had that industrial, processed taste I associate with inexpensive domestic deli meats from the grocery store. Nothing was particularly bad, but nothing on the board made me want another bite, either. The meatballs were okay, and I'd probably order them again, but I've had much better elsewhere in Little Italy. Up to that point, the meal had mostly been a collection of "fine." Where La Tavola really lost me, though, was the Culurgiones. These are supposed to be stuffed with a potato mixture rife with saffron, pennyroyal, and other herbs. What I got tasted like pasta stuffed with mashed potatoes from a box. They were incredibly bland. Every so often I'd catch a hint of mint, but if there was saffron in there, I'd be shocked, especially since the filling remained almost completely pale, and saffron generally isn't shy about announcing itself with some colour. I ate one or two and called it quits. Biting into pasta and getting a mouthful of dry instant-potato flavour just wasn't my vibe. Maybe I ordered wrong, and there may be dishes here that shine. The room certainly does. But based on what I had, this one just didn't hit for me.

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La Tavola - The chefs smile as they prepare your food. That's important to me. You can taste the love and smiles in your meals.

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4.7(79 reviews)
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Difficult delivery aside (not the restaurant's fault), I was happy to try this spot! Ordered…read morechicken francese with linguine and added mushrooms and cheese ravioli. Also ordered a Caesar salad which unfortunately did not come (again, the delivery had other issues so I don't think it was the fault of the restaurant). My bf loved the cheese ravioli. He thought the filling was tasty and enjoyed the sauce. Their red sauce is a more chunky sauce with onions which I did not taste because I'm not a fan, but he would get it again. I'm still looking for a smooth sauce for some chicken parm, but no worries since the menu here has plenty of different sauce options! I enjoyed the chicken francese. The chicken was very tender and it was a generous portion. I felt it could have used a bit more flavor, but the sauce was a nice consistency and the linguine was cooked perfectly. We also enjoyed the complimentary rolls that came with the meal. Overall, I enjoyed this spot and will try more items in the future!

The best Italian food served in Baltimore can be found here. We made a reservation, and they had…read moreour table ready and waiting for us. Karen and Christian, our servers, took excellent care of us. My husband ordered his favorite - Chicken Francese - this is 3 chicken breasts egg-dipped in a white wine lemon butter sauce, which he asked to be served over fettuccine. I decided to try something new to me and ordered the Chicken Marsala, which was chicken and mushrooms in marsala sauce over linguine. We really enjoy coming to Tre Fratelli not only for the food, but also because they are BYOB with no corkage fee. Thank you for another enjoyable dinner!

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