| About: | This Italian eating joint is owned by Antonia and Nilda Smecca, who took the town of Galveston by storm in 1973 by offering authentic Italian cuisine, served as they do in their home town of Gela, Sicily. The choicest of delicacies, from pastas to pizzas as well as dishes, such as Lasagne, Baked Rigatoni and Eggplant Parmigiana are available here. Try the homemade specials as well, like the famous, 'fly pizza' that gave this restaurant prominence back in the 1970s. The ambiance is peaceful, though the place is swarming with people, considering its popularity among the locals. |
| Hours: | Su to Th from 11:00am to 10:00pm,Fr to Sa from 11:00am to 11:00pm |
| Categories: | Italian Restaurants, Continental Restaurants, Carry Out & Take Out, Restaurants, Fast Food, Pizza |
| Payment: | MasterCard, Visa, American Express |
| Specialities: | Delivery, Italian, Seafood, Calzones, Carryout, Delivery & Pick Up, Dine In, Dine-In, Lasagna, Wing's, Sub Sandwiches, Salads, Pick-Up, Muffaletta |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot: | Independent Provider |
| Cuisine: | Fast Food, Italian, Pizza |
| Reservations Policy: | Accepted |
| Price: | $14.95 |
| Other Contact Info: | Fax: 409 763 5835 |
Amazing!!! We had our wedding reception upstairs in Mario's private room on January 24th. It was beyond wonderful. April, the private event coordinator was so pleasant and easy to work with. As a typical bridezilla, I was amazed at how calm and accomadating she responded to my every wish. Jed, our server/decorator/save my life/ extrodanairre, was hands down the best all around restaurant employee I have ever seen. I come from 21 years in the restaurant industry working for some of the best in Houston. He managed to keep me calm & there was not one thing I would change about the reception. The event turned out to be even better than I imagined. The staff just catered to our party like we were royalty. The day before the event when we went to decorate, I had left Jed with extra flowers telling him if he needed them for anything feel free to use them. OH MY WORD!!! He made the most gorgeous arrangements that just totally took the atmosphere over the top. The food was oustanding. Everyone at the wedding complimented the food & the service. No matter what they ate - Seafood Mixed Grill, Lobster Ravioli, shrimp cocktail, spinach dip - our guests were raving. I recommend this reastaurant to everyone, especially those planning private events. Mario's really cares & that is a rare & precious find in this day & age. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Secret: same food an...: Secret: same food and owner as papa pizza at 45th and seawall. Papa is half the price!
We had a wonderful meal here-I've eaten at a lot if Italian restaurants-and this is one of the best-great cannoli and wonderful tiramisu--the pasta's are heaven-you think you are in Italy-and our waiter as well as every employee there were so friendly-one thing sure: We will be going back soon-as in July-lol-