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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!”
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.
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APPETIZERS
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SANDWICHES
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PANZEROTTI
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PASTA
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PIZZA
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Mario's Italian Restaurant - Est. 1977
Homemade Italian food; 3 generations of tradition in every bite!
Nestled in sweet, rolling hills of Dubuque Iowa - where the meatballs foster world peace.
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See you soon!
Yay!
The traditionally copper water-pot was called a conca in Abruzzo; it was cleaned with sand. The woman rolled a handkerchief or piece of cloth to make a soft pad, which she placed on her head before the conca. The women also carried the clothes they washed at the village fountain on their heads.
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I love this💕
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Hello Angelina I’m planning to stop by next week while I’m visiting Dubuque. Look forward to enjoying a wonderful meal during my visit.
Beautiful
Awesome
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Hope you are enjoying your vacation!! You definitely deserve it ❤️
Glad you had a chance to get away
NOOOOOOO!!!!! 😁 J/K! Enjoy your much deserved break!
To all the dads, nonnos, and even mommas! Soak up the love today and every day🇮🇹
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Miss that smile
Happy Fathers Day to all !
Happiest Father’s Day of all to you Mario… you are so missed ,you were definitely Legend !
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Best. Mother's Day. Gift. Ever! Enjoy our Hugo Spritz, Sangia, Mojito, and signature Espresso Martini- just add ice. Stop in and pick up her favorite or call ahead.
LOVE YOUR MOMS♡ Salute!
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These are to go? Price?
How much are they?
Will be there today!!!❤️
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Person Who Makes a Difference: Dubuque woman volunteers across multiple organizations
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