Mario's Place

This place is incredible. The food is prepared with so much love and care, and the experience is luxurious. Happened to stop in during the Festival of Lights (beware, this time of the year is a nightmare to find parking and to get into restaurants) and this place had an opening. We were 3 adults and 2 kids, and they were able to accomodate us (totally unexpected) after we'd been rejected from a spot across the street. The food we ordered (and totally forgot to take photos of) was absolutely incredible. We had a simple Margherita pizza (for my kids), the pumpkin soup appetizer, the tuna tartare appetizer, Linguini Checca, and a beef special (I forgot the name). Between the complimentary bread (grilled and olive-oiled to perfection) and beautifully presented dishes we were thoroughly pleased with our food. The only downside is that it's a very formal restaurant, and not great for wiggly/tired young kids. There were other kids at the restaurant this particular evening and handled themselves well - but be aware that this place is quite formal. Parking: It can be INCREDIBLY difficult to find parking - just be aware and come early for your reservation.

I went for a business dinner the food was decent ... the waiter terrible. We were told a better customer wanted our table so we should hurry up. It was less than 2 hours in on a weekday...Outrageous. The manager did come and apologize... I've attended business dinners at finer restaurants with much higher tabs. Be careful here.

My parents complained all night about the food, it’s terrible due to non taste and no spice added whatsoever. Good thing they were not charged for the water.

For the price, go somewhere else. The food wasn't worth the price. We had 3 meals and 1 appetizer, and a bottle of wine. Over $300.00. It was spaghetti with meat sauce. Another was a glutton free dish. Not that great. The wild mushroom ravioli with cream sauce was at least 10 minutes after the first 2 got there. It wasn't great either. I don't mind paying good money for good food, but paying good money for mediocre food??? Not going back. The wine was pretty good though.

Mario's Restaurant is the best Restaurant in Riverside to host your friends and family for lunch or dinner The quality of the food second to none The prices are more than reasonable for the quality of food The service is impeccable. This is a fine establishment a must if you're ever in Riverside

Mario's place the food is the best The prices are great The service is impeccable The atmosphere is perfect whether having dinner or holding an event this is where you want to be