Mario's Italian Cafe

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73155 Highway 111
Palm Desert, CA 92260

Mario's Italian Cafes is a beloved family restaurant with a rich history dating back to 1961, when founder Mario Del Guidice began his culinary journey in New York before relocating to Palm Springs in 1972. With seven locations across the Coachella Valley, Mario's has been serving up authentic Italian cuisine for over 40 years, featuring fresh pastas, homemade sauces, and hand-tossed New York style pizzas.

Known for their selection of traditional Italian dishes and unique pizza offerings, Mario's Italian Cafes prides itself on bringing the taste of old Italy to their customers. The family-owned business not only focuses on providing high-quality food at affordable prices but also creates a welcoming family atmosphere in each of their restaurant locations, adorned with scenes from Mario's ancestral home in Italy.

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Doris E.
7/17/2025

The food was great. Wednesday was rib day and it hit the spot. The service was very friendly and even the other diners were nice to each other. Mario, the owner came thru the dining room and...

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Rick S.
2/12/2025

I was unimpressed. Ordered the chicken Parm and had to work to find the chicken. Ordered a side salad and got something served on a plate the size of a coffee saucer for $4.99. The portion...

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Ray M.
11/13/2025

Had reservation at location on Hwy 111. Made it in person a week before. Lady Crypt Keeper didn't see it. She asked and I said I made it with you. She wrote it in the book with her claws. Seated...

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Tina A.
4/6/2025

Stopped in tonight for dinner and to our surprise it was a full on birthday party. They were celebrating Mario's 83rd birthday. We have known Mario and his family for many decades now and the food...

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Shawn S.
3/29/2025

Walked in to have dinner on a Saturday night. Kids were going crazy and it seemed every restaurant we called was booked and wouldn't budge. They sat us within 2 min and were super friendly and...

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