Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?

This budget-friendly ($) restaurant provides a casual "classic 80s mom and pop" atmosphere, though reviews note inconsistent service and environment.

What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?

Rated 4.1/5, customers love the convenient JFK location, quick delivery, classic NY-style pizza, fresh rolls, calzones, and nostalgic 80s atmosphere.

Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?

Edamame and seasonal pickles suit keto, vegan, and gluten-free diets, while oxtail nikomi is keto, low-carb, and dairy-free.

What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?

Diners praise the 4.1/5 rated restaurant's quick delivery and NY-style pizza, while noting inconsistent service and mixed results from the menu.

What are the standout dishes based on the menu?

Standout menu items include NY-style pizza, BBQ and Buffalo chicken pies, Sicilian slices, chicken rolls, calzones, and chicken parmigiana.

What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?

Fifty percent of the listed dishes, including Oxtail Nikomi, Edamame, Seasonal Pickles, Crawfish Coleslaw, and Captain Brooklyn, meet these dietary requirements.

How many reviews does this restaurant have?

Mario's Pizza & Restaurant has a total of 280 reviews from customers who have shared their dining experiences.

What are this restaurant's hours of operation?

The provided data for Mario's Pizza & Restaurant does not specify the hours of operation for this establishment.

What's the best way to experience this restaurant?

Diners recommend experiencing Mario's through its quick delivery service or visiting the nostalgic 80s-style location near JFK for NY-style pizza.

Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?

The atmosphere is described as having a nostalgic, "classic 80s mom and pop" feel, though some guests caution about the environment.

Mario's Pizza & Restaurant – Italian

Mario’s Pizza & Restaurant captures the heart of a classic Italian kitchen, where the air is thick with the comforting aroma of bubbling mozzarella and slow-simmered marinara. Guests gather around tables topped with golden, hand-stretched pies and steaming plates of pasta, finding a welcoming retreat that celebrates the timeless joy of a shared, soulful meal.

244-10 Francis Lewis Boulevard +1-929-362-3055 https://www.ordermariospizza.com/?utm_source=gbp

Rating: 4.1/5 (280 reviews)

Cuisine: Italian

Price range: $

Dietary options: high-protein, dairy-free, nut-free, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, mediterranean, whole30, pescatarian, paleo, diabetic, heart-healthy, plant-based, sugar-free, low-sodium, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, weight-watchers, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, raw-food, zone, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, low-fodmap, aip, renal, carnivore, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, pegan, candida, macrobiotic, lectin-free

What diners are saying

Diners frequently praise Mario's for its convenient location near JFK and quick delivery service, making it a favorite stop for truckers and locals alike. The menu is celebrated for its classic NY-style pizza, fresh rolls, and calzones, though some guests note the extensive selection—ranging from Italian to Halal—can yield mixed results. While the atmosphere is described by some as having a nostalgic, "classic 80s mom and pop" feel, others caution that the service can be inconsistent and the environment occasionally loud.

#1) 2 Large Cheese Pies, 6 Zeppoles, 6 Garlic Knots, 1 Soda 2 Liter, Cheese Cake Slice - $45: 2 Large Cheese Pies, 6 Zeppoles, 6 Garlic Knots, 1 Soda 2 Liter, Cheese Cake Slice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free
#2) 1 Large BBQ Chicken Pie, 1 Small Fries, 1 Soda 2 Liter - $30: 1 Large BBQ Chicken Pie, 1 Small Fries, 1 Soda 2 Liter Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
#3) 1 Large Buffalo Chicken Pie, 1 Mozzarella Sticks, 6 Garlic Knots, 6 Zeppoles, 1 Soda 2 Liter - $35: 1 Large Buffalo Chicken Pie, 1 Mozzarella Sticks, 6 Garlic Knots, 6 Zeppoles, 1 Soda 2 Liter Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Atkins
#4) 1 Small Cheese Pie, 1 Baked Ziti Platter, 6 Garlic Knots - $25: 1 Small Cheese Pie, 1 Baked Ziti Platter, 6 Garlic Knots Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
#5) 2 Chicken Rolls, 2 Empanadas, 1 Small Chicken Soup, 2 Garlic Knots - $25: 2 Chicken Rolls, 2 Empanadas, 1 Small Chicken Soup, 2 Garlic Knots Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
#6) 3 Garlic Knot Sliders, 6 Zeppoles, 2 Sicilian Slices - $15: Garlic Knot Sliders Flavors: BBQ Chicken, Buffalo Chicken, Pepperoni & Cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
#7) 20 Piece Wings, 1 Large Cheese Pie, 10 Garlic Knots, 1 Soda 2 Liter - $50: Choose Wings Flavor: Buffalo, BBQ, Mild, Honey Mustard Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
#8) 1 Large Pepperoni Pie, 1 Large Sausage Pie, 1 Soda 2 Liter - $45: 1 Large Pepperoni Pie, 1 Large Sausage Pie, 1 Soda 2 Liter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
#9) 1 Chicken Parmigiana W/ Spaghetti, 1 Large Garden Salad, 6 Garlic Knots, 6 Zeppoles - $25: 1 Chicken Parmigiana W/ Spaghetti, 1 Large Garden Salad, 6 Garlic Knots, 6 Zeppoles Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
#10) 1 Sicilian Cheese Pie, 1 Upside Down Sicilian Pie, 12 Garlic Knots, 1 Soda 2 Liter - $50: 1 Sicilian Cheese Pie, 1 Upside Down Sicilian Pie, 12 Garlic Knots, 1 Soda 2 Liter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
#11) 1 Small BBQ Chicken Pie, 1 Small Buffalo Chicken Pie - $30: 1 Small BBQ Chicken Pie, 1 Small Buffalo Chicken Pie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian

Pizza

Classic and specialty round pies

Cheese Pizza - $9: Classic cheese or create your own pizza.
Onions Pizza - $10: Pizza topped with onions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Special Pizza - $12: Mario's special combination of toppings Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Chicken Parmigiana Pizza - $12: Pizza topped with chicken parmigiana
Buffalo Chicken Pizza - $12: Pizza topped with buffalo chicken
White Pizza - $12: Ricotta and mozzarella cheese
Vegetable Pizza - $12: Assorted fresh vegetables Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free

Sicilian Pizza

Thick crust square pies

Sicilian Cheese Pizza - $23: Classic cheese or create your own pizza. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free
Upside Down Sicilian Pizza - $23: Crispy crust, fresh mozzarella topped with tomato sauce, parmesan cheese, oregano & olive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free
Special Sicilian Pizza - $28: Sicilian pie with special toppings Dietary tags: Nut-Free

Pizza by the Slice

Individual slices

Neapolitan Pizza Slice - $3.5: Regular round slice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Sicilian Pizza Slice - $3.5: Square thick crust slice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Chicken & Tomato Pizza Slice - $5.5: Slice topped with chicken and tomato Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Buffalo Chicken Pizza Slice - $5.5: Slice topped with buffalo chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free

Appetizers

Starters and sides

Mozzarella Sticks - $9: Mozzarella cheese that has been coated and fried. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Garlic Knots - $1.5: Rolled baked garlic bread. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Empanadas - $3: Savory pastry turnover Dietary tags: Nut-Free
Garlic Bread - $4.5: Buttery bread that is topped with garlic. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian

Soups and Salads

Fresh greens and warm soups

Chicken Noodle Soup - $8: Soup that is made with chicken, broth, noodles, and vegetables. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Weight-Watchers, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
Avocado Salad - $11: Sliced avocado with a variety of vegetables. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
Garden Salad - $9: Green salad with mixed vegetables.
Caesar Salad - $9: Green salad with Caesar dressing and cheese.

Hot Heroes

Sandwiches on Italian hero bread

Meatball Hero - $10: Meatballs on a hero roll
Chicken Parmigiana Hero - $13: Chicken with tomato sauce and melted mozzarella
Roast Pork Hero - $10: A symphony of salty, juicy pork, veggies, and melted Swiss cheese, all sandwiched between crispy Italian hero.
Chopped Cheese Hero - $15: Ground beef, onions, and melted cheese on a hero

Entrees

Pasta and meat dishes served with spaghetti or ziti

Fettuccine Alfredo - $17: Flat thick pasta. Rich butter and Alfredo sauce.
Chicken Parmigiana Entree - $20: Served with spaghetti or ziti.
Baked Lasagna - $18: Layers of tender lasagna noodles, savory tomato sauce, ground beef, and a creamy cheese filling.
Baked Ziti - $18: Ziti pasta baked with a savory tomato sauce, melted mozzarella cheese, and ricotta cheese.

Desserts

Sweet treats

Cheesecake - $6: Classic creamy cheesecake
Tiramisu Cake - $6: Coffee-flavored Italian dessert
Fried Oreo - $1: A warm, gooey center of chocolate and cream wrapped in a crispy, golden crust.

Beverages

Drinks

Soda - $1.5: Assorted canned or bottled sodas
Snapple - $2.5: Assorted Snapple flavors
Water - $1.5: Bottled water

Frequently Asked Questions about Mario's Pizza & Restaurant

Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?: This budget-friendly ($) restaurant provides a casual "classic 80s mom and pop" atmosphere, though reviews note inconsistent service and environment.
What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?: Rated 4.1/5, customers love the convenient JFK location, quick delivery, classic NY-style pizza, fresh rolls, calzones, and nostalgic 80s atmosphere.
Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?: Edamame and seasonal pickles suit keto, vegan, and gluten-free diets, while oxtail nikomi is keto, low-carb, and dairy-free.
What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?: Diners praise the 4.1/5 rated restaurant's quick delivery and NY-style pizza, while noting inconsistent service and mixed results from the menu.
What are the standout dishes based on the menu?: Standout menu items include NY-style pizza, BBQ and Buffalo chicken pies, Sicilian slices, chicken rolls, calzones, and chicken parmigiana.
What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?: Fifty percent of the listed dishes, including Oxtail Nikomi, Edamame, Seasonal Pickles, Crawfish Coleslaw, and Captain Brooklyn, meet these dietary requirements.
How many reviews does this restaurant have?: Mario's Pizza & Restaurant has a total of 280 reviews from customers who have shared their dining experiences.
What are this restaurant's hours of operation?: The provided data for Mario's Pizza & Restaurant does not specify the hours of operation for this establishment.
What's the best way to experience this restaurant?: Diners recommend experiencing Mario's through its quick delivery service or visiting the nostalgic 80s-style location near JFK for NY-style pizza.
Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?: The atmosphere is described as having a nostalgic, "classic 80s mom and pop" feel, though some guests caution about the environment.

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