Marios Restaurant

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For three star Italian, try Mario's in Detroit. This popular restaurant has been serving up moderately priced meals in the University neighborhood for the last 50 years. This place features dancing. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a romantic atmosphere. This restaurant features fine wines. This restaurant is good for groups.

User Reviews of Marios Restaurant

Yelp.com Review - by Dave C.

3.0 of 5 stars. Haven't been for a while so this review might be biased, but I remember: you should think sauces and a lot of courses. I remember an all giant male waitstaff, cologne and mints in the bathroom, and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Michelle W.

1.0 of 5 stars. Tried to eat here once on my birthday...TRIED is the key word. When we walked in we stood there for about 10 minutes before anyone seated us. When we finally were sat, we sat at the table for 30...
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Matthew D.

4.0 of 5 stars. Mario's is straight gangsta. You get that as soon as you walk. It's an old school Italian restaurant, but with an updated touch and a welcoming staff.I've been here many times, so I won't comment too...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
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Overly discriminating taste

My intent is not to slame the resturant but to offer some suggestions for their apparent continued success, since the resturant appeared busy and the wall of fame would indicate that a number of well known...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/28/2008
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Horrible by Courtney M. at InsiderPages

This was one of the worst dining experiences of my life. I made a reservation for a large group well in advance. I even called that day to confirm we when we were arriving. it still took over a half hour for...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/22/2008
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Great place if you wanted to be treated bad

I would not recommend this restaurant at all. I made a reservation for Saturday night because we had two relay teams running the detroit marathon the next day. I have never been treated worse in my life. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/22/2008
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Great EVERYTHING

Thank you for a great B-day dinner with my lover.It was great rigth down to the food and wine.I forgot what it was like to tip someone in the bathrrom.Thank you for sharing my b-day with it a night ill well never forget Thank You Dave P.S I came all the from Lansing for that dinner P.S My 36th B-dau was the best
openlist - user review - 09/27/2008

superb by Toby D. at InsiderPages

Mario's is one of my favorite restaurants!! We go here for dinner before a show downtown, they drive us to the theater and then pick us up and we go back to Mario's for dessert! Love it! Highly recommend!!
citysearch.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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Great Italian

This is a forgotten gem in the city, a place where the famous used to go to see and be seen. The food is very, very good, and the service is usually outstanding. Eat here, then take the shuttle to the game....
kudzu.com - user review - 08/15/2008
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Avoid Tigers Game "Deal"

I organized an outing for 11 of my collegues and myself. We choose to go to the Tigers Package "deal" at Marios. This package includes buffet, shuttle to and from the game, and tigers tickets ($50). I called...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/27/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Scott M.

1.0 of 5 stars. Marios pretty much convinced me that there was a Mafia in Detroit at some point. This place seems like it was taken right out of the Sopranos and placed in midtown Detroit. I took my time venturing...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2008
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A Memorable Meal

For some reason there is no "hype" surrounding this place but there should be. The food was exquisite and the service was impeccable. Our waiter's punctuated and precise description of every ingredient in the...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/10/2008
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Still one of Detroit's Best by Meri P. at InsiderPages

Whether off to the theatre, Tiger's game, or the casino, Mario's is still one of our best restaurants in Detroit. It's not cheap, but it is delicious. I love the appetizer tray with veggies, cheese, salami,...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/18/2008
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Absolutely wonderful.

The food was fantastic and we had a lovely dining experience. Started off with a yummy ceasar salad - great rustic bread with dipping sauce/paste, olives and bread sticks. Instead of having the endless pasta,...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/13/2008
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A Detroit Institute that hasn't changed.

My husband's family has been going to Mario's for years. Everytime his grandfather went to Mario's he ordered the lasagna, and that is only what my husband orders now. When it was finally time for him to take...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Katie H.

3.0 of 5 stars. Mario's is a true old-school Italian joint. You sit there expecting Tony Soprano to walk in. Instead, in shuffles possibly the oldest man on the planet. Yes, most of the people who eat here are old...
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Alexandra K.

4.0 of 5 stars. Think Godfather. Mario's is situated in an awkward area in Detroit, however, it remains a gem. My family really enjoys it, however, I'm not a huge Italian cuisine connoisseur. I enjoy most of their...
yelp.com - user review - 01/07/2008
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Worst Restaurant In Michigan

Horrible food....waited over an hour for the meal and then when it arrived it was cold. We sent our food back and then the waiter never came back . After waiting another half hour we were told to pay them 25...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/02/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by o o.

1.0 of 5 stars. If you like chicken piccata that tastes like cardboard then this is spot for you. The antipasto tray consisting of canned olives, old lunch meat, and a few fast thawed shrimp is on par with...
yelp.com - user review - 11/24/2007
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Great!

The Detroit Cigar Club held its first annual dinner at Mario's and we have not stopped talking about it yet. There was 14 of us and we all had a fantastic time enjoying the food, drinks and ambiance. The wait...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/19/2007
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Mario's

We had gone to Mario's for my husband's 50th birthday. I had made reservations . We arrived to a totally packed restaurant. We had to wait a little for a table for four, our two children came with us. We were...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/13/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by dea a.

1.0 of 5 stars. This place is bad. Like, horrifically bad. And overpriced for the quality of food. Linguini with white wine clam sauce had a gelatinized "clam" sauce (mmm corn starch). It tasted like over cooked...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2007
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Chateaubriand...oh my!

The Chateaubriand at Mario's is beyond expectation. The Filet Mignon is to die for! The Zip Sauce drives me crazy!!! Service is fabulous and prompt. Don't miss this wonderful Detroit mainstay. It is romantic...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/13/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Duke A.

3.0 of 5 stars. Compared to Traffic Jam's, the median age of customers at Mario's is even older - like 70. On Sundays, 2nd Street is occupied by Mario's valet parking. I guess that means this restaurant is popular....
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2007
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GO to this restaurant now, then give it your review

I want to love this place, I do. But, I don't. The atmosphere is great, though the lighting too bright for my taste. The service is pretty perfect for the place. The food; antipasto and bread to table right...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/04/2007
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Excellent food & great service

Mario's was superb. We got seated immediately. Our waiter was dressed in a tuxedo and was totally great. He accommodated us very well since we had a class at WSU afterwards. You get so much food there with the...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/07/2007
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Good food but absolutely offensive service

I took my wife there for our anniversary - and we made reservations well ahead of time for the Crystal room. We wanted the Crystal room for two reasons - 1) its non-smoking, and 2) they have ballroom dancing...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/29/2007
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Outstanding Service and Food

This restaurant is getting a bad "Rap". We found it to be of the Highest Quality food and service as always, Our server Tony was one of the Best we have ever had as usual. There were no time constraints in...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/17/2007
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The WORST dining experience ever

After having had several family parties at Marios over the last few years we were horrified at the events of this past Saturday night. Arrived at 4:20 to be told by a female staff member named Dale "you will...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/08/2007
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User Review

cold food, poor wait staff,and cant understand how to prepare authentic Italian food.Need I say more.The only reason this review even got 1 star is ...
gusto.com - user review - 01/06/2007
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Waste of time and money

I can't remember the last time that I was so disappointed after a meal. The food reminded me of a Coney Island. But the worst part was the price you pay for such deliberately slow service and bad sports bar...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/21/2006
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Mario's on 2nd St, Detroit vs Marios in Troy by s H. at InsiderPages

Mario's on 2nd Street is deliciously to die for! Presentation of entire restaurant and service is one of the best in Michigan! Went on Sunday 12-02-06, for birthday dinner to Mario's of TROY and was...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/10/2006
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Real good Itealian food

Good food, average service- the restaurant suffers from turnover of its waitstaff. I also don't like being "shaken down" going to the restroom- attendants demanding money for putting a glob of soap into your...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/26/2006
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Avoid at all costs!

Went there on a Sunday evening (party of 35). Restaurant was not busy. Service very slow - went to the bar to get our own drinks. All food was cold. Requested the check at 6:40 and received it at 7:05 as the...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/19/2006
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waiter demanded 20 percent tip for poor service

I have never had a waiter chase me out side and in front of my familey try to extort more money based on the fact we had a good time. We may have a had a good time regardless of the waiters tardiness , lack of...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/20/2006
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Best Italian food in MI

I LOVE everything about Mario's. The food is superb and the staff is very friendly and accomdating. My husband and I drive for an hour without hesitation since we know the food is well worth the drive. And we...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/30/2006
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Worth the Price

I've dined at Mario's many times: business dinners, dates, Red Wings game night meals--even carry-out Thanksgiving dinner. Without exception, I have been treated as a valued customer, and served outstanding...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/15/2005
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needs a wake up call

Old School classic restaurant, Needs to keep the old time attitude but needs a class in service and presentation... could be great again with some workon servers we love this place thus we comment...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/07/2005
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Overall AWESOME!

The filet minon is the best around and the portions leave you very satisfied. I have been dinning here since I was a child. I now travel 1 1/2 hours for special occasions. The service is going down as the...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/06/2005
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User review by jadesjewel

My self and my family have been eating here for over fifty years.......This is my wife's favorite romantic place.
citysearch.com - user review - 02/24/2005
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Clearly past its prime

I hate it when older friends invite me to eat with them at Mario's. That means I have to wade through the smokey sitting area (surrenduring my coat to the checker) after being shaken down by the parking goons....
citysearch.com - user review - 03/12/2004
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great time, wonderful people

besides being required to check your coat at the door, mario's is one of the best restaurants i've been to within the city of detroit. it is a bit expensive, but they have lower priced lunch specials featuring...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/18/2004
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The best in the metro area!

From the coffee to the dessert you cannot go wrong with this resturant! Excellent Atmosphere, great service and an added bonus if you have the Entertainment card!
citysearch.com - user review - 02/04/2003
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Worst Dining Experience

The poor service is only matched by even worse food. The waitstaff are rude and unaccommadating. The entrees are heavy and with enough salt to send high blood pressure patients back to the emergency room. As a...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/19/2003
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This place rocks...

This place has the best food ever... and they are very freindly!!! and treat u like a VIP
citysearch.com - user review - 12/06/2002
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Best

Mario's has been my favorite place to eat since the first time I dined there two years ago. The restaurant has superb food, charming service and the most interesting decor and atmosphere of any place I have...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/06/2002
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Like a 1950's AMAZING place

I work near Mario's and go alot. It reminds me of the Italian places I used to go as a kid--its like going back in time. Great food, often great service (but sometimes spotty) and VERY reasonable prices. I...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/21/2002
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Perfecto!

Mario's has been around for many years and they have never failed to present or prepare the most authentic Italian food in Detroit! Two thumbs up!!!!
citysearch.com - user review - 08/08/2002
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THE best

No matter what your choice is, Mario's truly serves a delightful meal, the old-standards are there and each night there is a new choice of the day's specials
citysearch.com - user review - 08/07/2002
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Little Italy in the Motor City

Down home, mouth watering, to die-for Italian food. The filet mignon with the 'zip sauce' is simply the best, along with the antipasto plate. A place that not only brings a smile to your stomach, but your...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/29/2002
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Mama Mia

The best little Italian restaurant in downtown Detroit. The food is authentic italian and the ambiance and service are second to none.
citysearch.com - user review - 07/23/2002
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Detroit News

at more than 50 years, mario's is a clubby detroit landmark that seems to never change, despite the occasional renovation or two. four rooms and a bar seat more than 400 people, and many of mario's guests...
detnews.com - user review
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Yahoo! Travel

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AOL CityGuide

treating you like family since the 1940s...
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Wcities

since 1948, mario's has been one of detroit's most notable italian restaurants, featuring table-side cooking of traditional dishes in the same cass corridor location. valet parking ushers in a fine dining...
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