Mario's At The Beach

I am a visitor to the jacksonville beach area, I am from ct. and have traveled alot, I am italian american by birth, and did my service time in the us army in italy. So i would like to say that I know real italian food when I taste it. Marios at the beach, is real italian food, made by real italians. I have the grouper Meditterean, and it was outstanding, the grouper was so fresh, i thought it was caught that day.....And to top it off, homemade Canoli's and the service was awesome as well. I highly recommend you trying this italian resturant. You will not be dissappointed.... more

i am a italian american that lived in new york city, moved to jacksonville a 5 years ago. I have been a regular at little mario since i first moved here, i recently ate at the new location on 610 south third street, it was fantastic.... I have the grouper meditterrean and it was out of this world.... the fish was fresh and the flavor was outstanding., I highly recommend this experience to anyone that truely enjoys fresh food with flavor.... more

LITTLE MARIOS THAT WAS LOCATED AT 1830 SOUTH 3RD STREET HAS RELOATED 9 BLOCKS UP THE ROAD TO 610 SOUTH 3RD STREET. SAME FOOD, SAME ATMOSPHER, JUST BIGGER LOCATION!! COME CHECK US OUT !!! more

I've lived in Italy for a military tour and I wanted to stay there because the food was so good.... when I came back to Mayport Fl, Olive Garden and Carabbas just didn't compare.... But when I found Mario's it was the best thing ever.... It remiinds me so much of sitting in Tuscany and La Maddalena enjoying my favorite Italian meals. It is a Major Must Have! more

I love the pizza, best in town. They don't skimp on the toppings. The Sandwiches are so full you can't pick them up, make sure the server gives you lots of napkins...LOL The bread and rolls are made at the restaurant. Everything is fresh and the highest quality. We go at least once a week. You don't want to miss this gem more

I don't usually write reviews, but a friend of mine that I suggested this to, told me he went online and read a few bad reviews about the place. I figured I HAD to write one for this. I have been going to Marios now for about 5 years. I was in the military and lived in Italy for 4 years so I know what authentic Italian food is. I must say, this is the REAL DEAL! Upon walking in everyone says hi and they are pretty friendly and prompt on service. They offer you bruschetta right away, whether you are taking out or eating in and if you have to wait for a table they give it to you again when you get to the table! The pizza is thin crust, not to heavy on the toppings, and usually cooked to perfection (a little well done and firm) and the owner does get back there and make pizza fairly regular which is nice to see. As for the entrees, bar none, the best and most authentic anywhere around. You can taste that everything is made from scratch and not over seasoned like most Italian restaurants around here. My personal favorite is Veal Parmesan. Lightly breaded and pan fried with a side of spaghetti marinara. Its exceptional! I STRONGLY suggest Marios to anyone who is looking for great Pizza OR if you are looking for real homemade Italian food. more

This USED to be our favorite pizza. Stuffed Spinach pie; well worth the $30. Tonight, the bottom was burned and the pie was greasy. It looked like each slice was cooked individually; the pizza was actually divided into 2 boxes. It looked like they put individual slices together to make a whole pizza. (maybe left over from lunch? It sure tasted that way)\r \r When I called back, the cook said the pizza was ""too big to fit into one box"" and he ""checked the bottom and it wasnt burned"". I said that each slice had slits in it; they had never cooked like that before (I even have slices in my freezer to prove it) There was no resolution; they wanted me to bring the pizza back and show them. Fortunately, the dog wasnt as finicky and finished my slice off my plate. I guess the rest is going in the garbage. I will not waste money here again. At least Pizza Hut tries to satisfy customers. more

$15 bucks for pasta from a box and cheese from a can? You can't even grate REAL cheese?!?! You're joking. It's a shame because the place is really nice. And you'll get nothing but a snotty attitude from the bald, white, foreign guy. Never, ever go here. more

We sat down at a recently bussed but not ""wiped-down"" table. There was food debris from the last set of diners before us to which the waiter promptly set down hot pizza roll dough in a plate on top of. After blurting out the daily specials in broken English, we placed our order. Very simple, one spaghetti and meatsauce, chicken parmesan, and two side salads with bleu cheese. We waitied and waited and waited some more. After 15 minutes, the cook (maybe the owner/manager?) pops out of the back kitchen and refills our drinks because the waiter had neglected too. Five minutes more go by and we are presented with another set of diner's entree's. After picking them up and delivering them to another table, they finally present our entree's. We canceled the salad order at that point (I guess the waiter forgot to bring them cause he was soooo busy with 2 other tables), and proceeded to eat. While the flavor might have been really good, the sauce was watered down on both dishes and as my mother began to eat hers, a large cut of carrot popped out on her fork. I understand how carrots are you used in sauce but this was just disgusting. I won't even mention how long it took to get the check. I recommend that anyone wishing to eat here, to bring their own cleaning supplies, be prepared to wait a long time, and be prepared to ask for the cook to come wait the table (He gave much better service). I will never eat here again. What a joke. The whole experience beckons the word ""slophouse"" into my mind. more

My wife and I have eaten here many times and there is no better place to eat at our beaches. The food is so fresh and delicious. Great prompt service from friendly servers. I wish them all the success in the world. Very fair pricing for such classy food. Slingshot more

I always order the Seafood Pescatori. It is not on the menu, it was a special the first time I went there and I have special requested it ever sence. I love love love the breads they serve at the beggining of the meal, and the salads are different and fresh. And the pizza really is the best in Jax!!! Dont pass this place by. Pros: If your looking for fantastic Italian food, here it is. Cons: They need a bigger place more

There are not a lot of great options for good italian in Jax. We tried this and during the week, they were friendly and attentive. But the minute we came back on a Friday and they were busy the service was horrible and they bum rushed us out the door. The food is just ok nothing to write home about. I guess we are back to Carrabas! Pros: The food is ok Cons: The service is terrible more

Right now it's a special, but it has to be my favorite dish there. It comes in a shrimp & pink vodka sauce. Truely amazing. more

The food at Marios is fantastic. But it's really a treat to go on the weekends and try one of the specials. The food is really wonderful. It's a great family resturant. The service is very good and you're treated like family. Pros: All the food is a pro Cons: Call ahead if you have a large group. more

Mario's is a great little Italian eatery with friendly service and yummy food. Lots of traditional listings on menu like calzones, lasagna, and pizzas. I love the stuffed pizza -- especially the spinach. try is with a side of meatballs. The flavor is a good mix with the spinach and tomato sauce. The restaurant is small inside, so make a reservation if you have a party of 6 or more. Some outside seating for when the weather is nice. Pros: Service, flavorful, parking Cons: Small inside. more

Mario's was under different propritorship for about a year and during that time the food and service went down hill. Now Pete is back and the food and the service are superior. It is probably the best pizza since I was in New York. The menu items are wonderful and the service is better than ever. If you haven't been there in a while then it is worth the trip back. I highly recommend it. Pros: Everything there is a pro Cons: If you are going to have a large group I would suggest calling first. more

we have been here many times and it was ok a few times. The last time we went we orded a pizza and 9 mins later it was on our table. Later after looking at the pie, it was re-heated with our one topping just thrown on top and put back in the oven to get it WARM, the cheese wasnt even melted!!! So long story short, we told our server and she agreed with us and went back to tell the cook and that was the end of it. There are many other places at the beach to get a great pizza, while also getting it made fresh for you. Go somewhere else. Cons: Service, food, what else is there?? more

Being a tourist, someone local turned me onto to Mario's at the Beach. Marios gives you everything you would want in a resturant value, great service & exceptional food. My personal favorite is the baked ziti & house salad with house dressing. On my last visit my waitress brought us a sampler platter with many finger food favorites-including the fresh rolls. Exceptional meal. I only wish they would overnight meals. Living in Birmingham, Alabama is not convient to Mario's but it sure is worth the trip to Jacksonville to eat there. while Mario's is not one of ambiance and romantic meals it is a family friendly place . The spaghetti, lasagne, pizzas are all fantastic. Pros: inexpensive, great food, great service Cons: sometimes crowded, dont overnight meals more

I lived in Jax Beach for 24 years and what I miss the most is Mario's pizza. I live too far now to go very often, but it was a weekly thing for me. The food is delicious and the people are sweet and generous with the food they serve. Their lunch specials are great and I love sitting on the patio on a nice day. Here's a tip: if you need to feed 3 or 4 people for under $20---get the large stromboli. It's so good. Pros: good food, friendly service, nice atmosphere more

MARIO'S FOOD IS THE BEST ITALIAN FOOD IN ALL OF JACKSONVILLE. HIS FOOD REMINDS ME OF NEW YORK. HIS PIZZA BY FAR IS THE BEST IN ALL OF JACKSONVILLE ALSO. NOBODY MAKES SAUCE LIKE MARIO. EVER TIME I GO THERE TO EAT, MARIO IS THERE TO GREET YOU WITH A SMILE. Pros: GOOD PARKING, GREAT FOOD, GREAT FRIENDLY SERVIC more