MEZZO E MEZZO
When I moved from North Caldwell, New Jersey, to Dubuque 25 years ago, Mario’s was the first restaurant I visited. After a wonderful dinner that was just like the Italian food I grew up on; Mario came to the table and in his big, booming voice said, “How was’a your’a dinner?” I jokingly answered, “mezzo e mezzo,” which means “half and half” in Italian and is a way of saying good but maybe not so much. Mario looked at me for a few seconds and then said, “Ahh, go back’a East!”
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Reviews
Loved the calzone. I have a tomato allergy, so I had limited options. Went with a group. The sweet owner came to greet us at the table.
Had a fun date night here! Everyone was friendly and the atmosphere was a real vibe. Food was solid too.
The stuffed shells florentine and lasagna were amazing! Great friendly staff
We have eaten here many times. The sauces are authentic as is the old italian atmosphere. I had a pizza with dried tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, and more. The Antipasto is to die for order with Chianti wine.
One of our favorite places for a night out when we're after something Italian. Our go-to is always the panzerotti, and there is always enough to split one between both of us. The garlic bread is fantastic,the antipasto is perfection, the chocolate martini is to die for, and we always get one of Angelina's cannolis to take home for later!
The definition of old school cool! This place is straight out of Little Italy in 1960 but thankfully without all the smoking. The food portions are huge (just like your Italian grandmother insists), it taste great but is unpretentious, and all a great value. I always insist to stop whenever we are driving through Dubuque and recommend the same for everyone else!
The Panzerotti was outstanding!
We tried Mario's Italian Restaurant for the first time this week. It is a old school neighborhood feel, with the most delicious Italian food. I had the Veal Cutlet Parmigiana with spaghetti. The veal was very tender and in delicious sauce. My wife ordered the Mario Panzerotti, which was plentiful and also very delicious!! Highly recommend giving it a try next time you're in Dubuque.
One of our favorite places for almost 30 years. Mario’s daughter, Lydia made our anniversary dinner extra special with a complimentary tiramisu and gelato to share. Some of the 100% authentic homemade Italian dishes you must try: Mario’s Panzi, the Sicilian salad with pizza bread, Manhattan clam chowder, Chicken parm, tiramisu…the bar: espresso martini, Bloody Mary and Wisconsin style old fashioned. Do not settle for chain restaurant Italian. Go to Mario’s!
Generations of Tradition in Every Bite!
Since 1977, we have been serving authentic old-world Italian food. Our menu has choices that appeal to everyone, any age and for any occasion.
APPETIZERS
SANDWICHES
PANZEROTTI
PASTA
PIZZA
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