We love this neighborhood pizza place. It's the perfect date spot neighborhood. The garlic cheese donuts are to die, for they are so good. The cheese pull on their pizzas is amazing. We love the thick crust and the high quality ingredients. The inside is family friendly and relaxed. Staff are helpful and knowledgeable about the menu. The vibe of this place is very welcoming. They have a nice selection of beer. read more

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This place is in a cute spot. Love the mural outside. Was excited to try. When you walk in you order at the counter then get a number they bring to your table. The drinks are all in a fridge no glasses with ice, no diet drinks for those of us that love a nice diet drink not for calories but taste. They have some zero sugar but nothing that appealed to me. Slices are only avail certain times. The chicken caesar salad was soggy and full of pepper so i didnt eat. My friends pizza nothing special kinda burnt. Bathroom was not clean. Perhaps better for college crowd that was there. To each their own though just not for me. read more

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Stopped by for lunch. Had a slice of their pepperoni pizza. Love the lunch special! Pizza was delicious! Great deep dish, perfect amount of cheese and pepperoni! We also enjoyed cheesy garlic bread donuts. Great service and ambiance. Definitely will be back next time we are in town. read more

Mario's - Pepperoni Pizza, lunch special - Pizza Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

In the past we've enjoyed Mario's pizzas. Our last two, which we took home to eat, were very disappointing. The "butter crust" was dry, and tasteless, the cheese lacked distinctive taste, there was little sausage, and the mushrooms were the only relatively bright spot. In short, not any better than a good frozen pizza from a grocery store. This is troubling to us as we had come to rely on Mario's for a good take out pizza. Hope this was an anomaly, but it's happened twice now. read more

Probably closer to 3.5 for our first experience here, but giving a benefit of the doubt that if we ordered differently it would have been better! We came in before the dinner rush with nearly nobody in store and ordered at the counter. I was shocked to see the pizza price, but then learned that they are Sicilian pan pizza: they serve 2-4 people and are quite dense and large. Know that going in! We started with the Garlic Cheese Bread Donuts because Yelpers recommended them - those were the star! Super unique and gooey. We would have much preferred marinara dipping sauce with them instead of the white sauce. We got wings to share: dry rub that were good and classic. We ate these two starters as we waited for the pizza: it took a bit longer than we'd expected since the shop was nearly empty. Here's where we went wrong: my husband ordered the 4 cheese pizza, add pepperoni. The amount of ricotta on the top of each slice was...inedible. It was more ricotta than enjoyable, and we ended up scraping off 90% of it. The other elements of the pizza were great, but wouldn't recommend the 4 cheese or any ricotta-heavy pizzas. I'm sure if we got a different one we'd have loved it! Ambiance is very chill, especially being so close to campus. It's got a vintage, retro feel with a vintage game machine and some fun decor. read more

I went to visit on a Thursday and there was plenty of space! We ordered the cheese balls which were amazing, wish they came with marinara. 2 of my friends and I split the supreme pizza and it was the perfect amount to share. The crust was delicious, buttery, and the perfect amount of crispy. The ratio of the options on the pizza were good as well. I wish Mario's had a veggie pizza because I would've gotten it. Overall very happy, and would come back. read more

Mario's - Supreme - Pizza Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

After driving by many times I finally decided to stop in, and was not disappointed! Holy, this place is good. I bought the 4 cheese and the hot honey and pepperoni. Both were absolutely delicious and destroyed by us. Staff was friendly and they offer a 15% discount if you're a college student. I'm already planning my next visit this weekend! read more

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The location is easy to find but has minimal parking. They have great Detroit style pizza, thick, cheesy and a little crispy, so good. They are busy in the evenings Friday and Saturday. The seating is open and you are given a number for your table. We happened to go on a Friday and seating was limited. Our order took about 30 minutes and it was worth the wait. read more

got take out and everything was 10/10. can't wait to come back and try more. really cute vibe on the inside. read more

Mario's - hot honey pepperoni and the italian beef - Pizza Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

The pizzas are like warm delicious pillows to lay your face in. You might fall asleep and won't ever want to wake up. I mean what! read more

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Finally got past the superior Hero sandwiches. The Mortadella sandwich is a killer!! Ordered our favorite pizza, Sausage, mushrooms, and black olives, it's our go to pizza around town. Their crust is a little thick, it is not a thin crust, but I like it. The pizza is a rectangle so every piece has some crust, like that. Great balance of ingredients and flavor. Next time I will ask them to cook it a little more so the bottom gets crusty, less doughy. Really solid little pizza joint, great to have it just across the river from us. read more

We had sandwiches which were great, fresh and stuffed. A bit pricey at $16.5 each... with no side. Pizza sold by the slice but a pie was $22+. Service was fast and the restaurant was very clean, the server sprayed down each table after its use. St parking only ( 1 hr) near by but in front was only 15 min ... for pick up. read more

Usually a NY style guy but this is delicious stuff right here. Love the crispy edges and softer center all with so much flavor! Very friendly! read more

Cozy pizza pub vibes. Service was fast and friendly and the pizza is delicious!! Thicker crust with just the right amount of crispy and buttery softness. So good. Definitely worth checking out!!! read more

DEEEEE-LICIOUS! Came her with a friend on a Saturday evening. I've been wanting to try this place for quite sometime. I got the 4 cheese and almost devoured half of it. The crust was soft and buttery. I normally don't like thicker crust, but it was light and fluffy. The workers were all very nice. The inside is a little small so it can be a bit loud. Especially with the college crowd however I definitely plan on coming back. read more

Been to Mario's a few times. Surprised I haven't written a review yet, because it's definitely a gem in Saint Paul. My favorite item on their menu I is the garlic bread/balls. I love cheese and garlic and these are packed with both! I appreciate that you can get slices of pizza and even some of their speciality ones too. They offer canned drinks and beverages and have a few beers on tap. I've always had a pleasant encounter with their staff. Can't wait until the next time I have more garlic bread balls! read more

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Weirdly we weren't in a hurry and the pizza takes 36 minutes. We ordered at the counter and got IBC root beer and the artichoke pizza. The pizza is delicious and very filling. No tiny squares of thin pizza here. read more

Mario's - Artichoke pizza. - Pizza Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

We had the four cheese pizza and were really impressed! The cheese, sauce and crust were all very good (and I'm not big into crust). One pizza easily fed two adults because it's pretty thick. The people working were all really friendly. read more

While you def have to pay a premium price for this sub, the quality of ingredients and layers of flavors makes it worth the splurge! Esp the punchy pepper relish, dukes mayo, and quality seeded roll. read more

Mario's - Italian Combo - Pizza Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

What a gem! I had this place on my radar and I'm so happy to finally try it. Compared to other Detroit style pizzas in/around the cities I would say this is the best I've tried so far. Great flavor, perfectly baked, loved the sauce and the hot honey drizzle was on point. It has a cute and cozy ambiance, a definite city vibe. The service was friendly and attentive. I absolutely would come back again. We both loved it and are very happy to have leftovers to enjoy again. Thanks!! read more

Mario's - Hot Honey and Pepperoni - Pizza Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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WOW! I ate this and completely forgot to take pictures. So, we had dessert first at Nellie's Ice Cream and then went to Mario's for dinner! It takes 30 minutes for your pizza to be ready, so plan ahead. The space is on a corner with street parking around it. They have multiple beers on tap and beer in cans, so there are choices for everyone. We went with the basic pepperoni pizza. This pan pizza has the crunchiest edges filled with butter/grease or whatever loveliness they put on it! Man, this was some good pizza. The workers are inviting, and you can tell they love their job. Our pizza was still cooking, so they offered some water so we could have a seat since we were taking our pizza. The staff was very thoughtful, and the joint had many patrons. Great end to a great evening! read more

If I could give this place 10 stars I would! The service was OUTSTANDING! The food was EXTREMELY good! The vibe is old school and has a very "hole in the wall" kind of feel! The food was very tasty! Everything we tried was just perfection! The zeppole doughnuts are Oreo flavored and definitely taste like state fair food! Sooo good! The garlic cheesy doughnuts were cheesy and had an awesome cheese pull that my little guy enjoyed! They also have "the good ranch!!" Very important haha. The pizza crust was crunchy but also soft on top with PLENTY of pepperoni! The wings were top notch! Great flavor and the Buffalo wasn't too spicy! Drinks here are sold in cans or bottles and they do serve alcohol here. The service was absolutely fantastic! You walk up, order and then sit down. The woman who took our order was so sweet and was so nice to my little boy! She even brought over a quarter and moved a chair so he could stand on it to play Mario, which was such a sweet gesture! I absolutely loved this place and I will happily be back!! read more

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We went to Mario's for a lunch date. It was SO GOOD! Atmosphere was cozy pizza joint vibes. Service was super friendly. Pizza was incredible- crispy yet soft, flavorful, no regrets. Would definitely recommend! read more

Mario's - Pepperoni, jalapeño, and hot honey pizza - Pizza Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Great hole in the wall place for casual dining. Mario's is an unassuming counter service restaurant with reasonably priced food, beer and wine. $3 McGolden's, Detroit style pan pizza, and friendly staff? Sign me up! Don't miss the great wing specials all day M-W. read more

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Amazing pizza dinner here tonight; started with the Garlic Cheese Bread Donuts--high recommend! Have never had anything like this, they served them with a delicious homemade buttermilk ranch dressing It's a combo of mozzarella cheese, Parmesan, garlic bread then deep fried. We shared a sausage pizza, it's Sicilian style--not deep dish but had a wonderful crusty edge, great tomato sauce. Also had the vegetarian Artichoke and Potato Chip sandwich, extremely good. They do serve wine and beer: this is counter service style but a great corner restaurant to try if you want authentic pizza or a great sandwich. read more

Mario's - Sausage pizza - Pizza Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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I went to Mario's with a friend later on a Friday night. There is some parking behind the restaurant and you walk from there. There were a couple outdoor tables and then plenty of indoor seating. The decor in the restaurant is relaxed, which I think is very fitting for a pizza restaurant. Upon entering the restaurant you walk up to a counter to order. We chose to split a pepperoni pizza and got sides of ranch. After receiving our table number we picked where we wanted to sit. It took some time for our pizza to come out but when it did it was glorious! It was large enough for the two of us, and I did not even finish my half. This pizza was so good! It had the right amount of everything and hit you in the face with flavor. I am definitely going to be making this place my new pizza spot! read more

Mario's - Seating - Pizza Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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Casual environment with delicious, approachable menu! Pros: 1. Free street parking (watch for time limits) and a parking lot in the back 2. Salad - this was not a boring salad. It was filled with veggies, salami, cheese, and seasoned breadcrumbs for some crunch. Yum! 3. Sausage pizza - crust was crunchy on all edges yet still doughy in the middle - so good. 4. Family friendly - we went at 5:15pm on a Saturday and many other families with young children were there. They have high chairs. 5. Near some fun store (Larissa Loden) and a fun ice cream sandwich shop (Nellie's) Cons: 1. Only one restroom, so you may have to wait. 2. Cheesy garlic bread doughnuts - they were too salty for me. Maybe I would have liked them more with marinara sauce instead of ranch? Which is surprising, because I'm a big ranch fan. I can't wait to come back and try the heroes and more pizzas! read more

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I've only gone there once but it's KILLER! Such good pizza. I know when you think about it $6.50 seems like a lot for a slice, but the slices are absolutely huge. They hot honey and pepperoni one is so good with the spicy jalapenos!!! The inside is cool, they ave decor and a working Mario game! The service as good too! The servers gave us commendations and our food was pretty speedy come out! read more

Are you a lost soul looking to satiate that pizza craving you've had for weeks but to no avail, have found no sustenance worthy? If this is you,y friend, then look no further than Mario's. I've tried a lot of pizza in my day. Heck, I've had pizza that has been rated the best in several cities. However, I'd say none rival that of Mario's pizza. Let me preface my review a bit: My wife and I have been craving pizza for a good couple of weeks. We were trying to be good budgeters in these economically weird times, we wanted to wait for the best opportunity. As I work near by, I looked up this place on Yelp. I'm so glad it came up because boy, it blew my mind. First off, the staff was so helpful. My wife and I came in disheveled, emaciated (not really but it spices up the mental image), and hopelessly lost in search of good za. The gal working warmly welcomed us in and explained their establishment. She was beyond polite and recommended the donut cheesy things. Great call. After ordering the hot honey pepper pizza, we sat down and took in the wonderful locale. The decor was pleasant and there was plenty of seating. Overall, great place. Now, for the main course...the za.... The za was undeniably some of the best I've ever had. It's about 14x8 which was plenty for my small wife and a larger me. The hot honey pepper pizza was fantastic. The jalapeños, honey, and pepperoni tasted Devine. It's Detroit style pizza so also be prepared for some of the thickest and most delicious crust you've ever had. In conclusion, stop wasting your time on inferior pizza and go to Mario's. This place deserves your business and I wish I could shake ever workers hands and personally thank them for making such insanely flames (fire? Is that the slang?) pizza I've ever had. read more

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We were in Minneapolis for the weekend and were craving a solid sub- Mario's did not disappoint! We ordered the Italian Combo and Buffalo Chicken Finger Sandwiches. The sesame bread is made fresh daily and was some of the best bread I've ever had. Both sandwiches were out of this world but the Buffalo Chicken Finger sandwich blew me away!! We ordered dine-in and got our food quickly. The staff was super pleasant and the restaurant was cozy/plenty of room to sit. I'm a tough critic and I HIGHLY recommend Mario's. read more

Mario's - Italian Combo - Pizza Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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It was an order and sit place which was a little odd. The staff was somewhat friendly. It took a to long to get our pizza but it was excelent. read more

My family has been wanting to try Mario's for a while now and let me tell you-upon trying it did not disappoint. Ordered online for take out. Was told it would be about 30-45 minutes and sure enough it was ready within that time. Got the four cheese pizza and the pepperoni. These pizzas are THICK. A Sicilian pan style, they really fill you up even with like 1-2 slices. They have a chunky tomato sauce that is fresh and flavorful. The pepperonis on the pepperoni slice were the perfect size and started to curl up at the edges, which made for a good taste. Loved the ricotta on the four cheese; paired very well with the basil. Can't wait to visit again-next time to try some of their sandwiches. read more

Mario's - Four cheese and pepperoni pizzas - Pizza Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

I was so impressed with this place! The pizza has a very thick crust, and it's cooked so perfectly. The bottom is crunchy and the pizza isn't flimsy in your hand. The thick crust has an amazing gradient from crunchy to juicy. The sandwich's could stand alone as well. If you didn't want pizza you'd still go here just for the sandwiches! read more

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I finally made it! I have heard very positive things, so it has been on my list for a bit. Mario's specializes in Sicilian style pan pizzas, Hero Sandwiches, & Zeppole donuts. It was a wonderful 1st experience with instant amazing customer service. I got the down low on the pizzas, seating, and even learned they make fresh dough every day. Cacio E Pepe - garlic cream sauce, mozzarella, pecorino, & cracked black pepper. Many of us have had Cacio e Pepe as a pasta, but never had I enjoyed a pizza like this. I thought it was really well balanced & I would definitely get it again. I was told that adding sausage is a pro tip, but this time I wanted to try it before I modified. I really liked it and if adding sausage is a pro-tip ....I am in! Pepperoni - red sauce, mozzarella, pecorino, extra virgin olive oil. Classic and delish. Garlic Cheese Bread Donuts - Ricotta, mozzarella, garlic, & side of ranch. GET THESE! Zeppole Donuts - we had oreo ones & they come w/ a side of frosting. Wings: these seems frozen and the bones snapped in half while I was eating the wing on several. The Alabama hot sauce was tasty though. I needed more crisp on the skin as well. I honestly wouldn't get these again though. I loved the crust on these pizzas! You should check it out and grab a za. Next time I go back I think I have to try the Heros. Also, apparently they gave a parking lot which I wasn't aware of but all my friends dound it. I think it may be down the alley? read more

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Let me ask you a question: Do you like pizza? If you do, you'll like eating at Mario's. Let me ask you another question: Do you like sandwiches? If you do, you'll like eating at Mario's. I could tell you how the Sicilian-style pies sliding out of the oven at Mario's are like cheesy clouds kissed with tomato-sunlight. I could tell you that the Artichoke sandwich is what I'd order in Heaven if there's a restaurant up there. I could tell you that the garlic bread nuggets will blow your mind. But words just can't accomplish what food can. If you want to know, you'll just have to go yourself. read more

This was my second time at Mario's and it hit just as good as my first dinning experience. The gal who took our order was very nice and answered my friends questions as it was their first time at Mario's. The sandwich is a must order! The bread is made fresh daily and it's the best to bite into. The garlic bread donuts are also a must especially if you love garlic. The breading is crunchy and as soon as you bite into it, it's like what have I been missing my entire life. So good! The hot honey pizza was good too. Ingredients compliant each other well. I'd prefer more and more jalapeños because I love spice, but still very tasty. Don't forget to save room for dessert.... You will not regret it. So delicious. The Oreo donuts are also served with a cup of icing. It's like the MN state fair all year around at Mario's with the garlic cheese bread and Oreo donuts. The restaurant is not super big, seating inside and out on the sidewalk are available. You order at the counter and staff greeted us right when we walked in; I felt very welcomed. I will definitely be back sometime soon. read more

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Delicious and amazing is an understatement! We'll definitely be back. The food was crazy good. I really liked the sicilian style pizzas, but WOW were the savory donuts fantastic. I strongly recommend trying those as a side. The service was also phenomenal. There was a mixup and another group grabbed our pizzas by mistake, and not only was the staff really quick to fix the issue, they totally made our day by comping the savory donuts. Definitely wasn't necessary - mistakes happen! - but really great customer service. You can tell the place is BUSY and takeout is in high demand, so plan ahead and be flexible. By the time we placed our order, the original pickup time slot was already moved back! Absolutely worth every bite! read more

Best pizza in the Twin Cities, hands down! Cozy restaurant, super nice staff, easy takeout.

I recently tried Mario's in Saint Paul, and the hype is real. The pizza is so filling and flavorful made with quality ingredients. The garlic donuts are so good. I am speechless. The hero sandwich is good it's not as flavorful, but it is satisfying for what you would be looking for in a sandwich. The Alabama white barbecue wings are on point, they tasted so good with the ranch. And lastly, the Oreo donuts are really really sweet with the vanilla frosting. This spot has so much potential to be a staple in the Twin Cities and I have a feeling it's going to be very successful and last. I know this is a popular spot was college students being it's right here in University of St. Thomas. There isn't a whole lot of parking but there's street parking and there's plenty of city on the inside. I highly recommend the spot if you find yourself in the St. Paul area. read more

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I've been wanting to visit for awhile now, and Mario's didn't disappoint. It's got a no-frills vibe, and *delivers* with some of the best sandwiches in the cities. I've got to come back for the pizza, but we got the classic hero with mortadella and the Italian combo. The Italian was the stronger order--it had so much bold flavor, while I thought the mortadella kind of got lost in the classic. Very much recommend! read more

Mario's - Classic hero with mortadella - Pizza Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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