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26/06/2026
🇮🇹🍽 Start your meal the Italian way.
Mario’s Antipasto Misto brings together Italian salami, mortadella, Parma ham, olives, pickled brinjals and seasonal melon for a classic starter full of rich, savoury flavour.
Simple, bold and unmistakably Italian.
📞 0792464209 (Marilena) & 0824222595 (Marco)
22/06/2026
🇮🇹🍽 Nothing beats the comfort of a classic Italian dish.
Melanzane Parmigiana layers tender aubergine with rich tomato sauce and melted mozzarella, baked until golden, bubbling and full of flavour.
Simple ingredients. Proper Italian comfort.
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21/06/2026
🇮🇹🍽 Happy Father’s Day to all the dads, grandfathers, stepdads and father figures who play such an important role in the lives of their families.
Today we celebrate the love you give, the values you pass on, the strength you show and the countless ways you support those around you.
Thank you for the sacrifices made quietly, the lessons shared with care and the steady love that helps shape homes, families and futures.
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15/06/2026
🇮🇹🍽 Since 1971, Mario’s has been serving authentic Italian food with heart.
Built on family recipes, tradition and warm hospitality, it’s more than a restaurant. It’s a place where good food, good company and Italian soul come together.
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12/06/2026
🇮🇹🍽 Layers of pasta, rich bolognese and creamy béchamel, baked until golden and comforting.
Lasagna is the kind of meal that feels like home from the very first bite. At Mario’s, we keep it hearty, traditional and full of flavour.
Simple. Saucy. Comforting. Proper Italian goodness.
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08/06/2026
🇮🇹🍽 At Mario's, we pride ourselves on crafting pizzas that transport you straight to the heart of Italy.
Our secret lies in our traditional thin crust, which we perfect by adhering to time-honoured Italian baking techniques. Each pizza base is hand-stretched, ensuring a crispy texture that's light yet satisfying with every bite.
We source only the finest ingredients, from our sun-ripened tomatoes to our premium mozzarella, which melts gloriously atop each pizza. Our dedication to authentic Italian flavours makes our pizzas not just food, but an experience.
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04/06/2026
🇮🇹🍽 There’s nothing quite like good Italian food to bring people together.
From hearty lasagne to fresh, flavour-packed pizzas, every meal is made for sharing, laughing, and lingering a little longer around the table. At Mario’s, dining is about more than food, it’s about family, friendship, and feeling at home.
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01/06/2026
🇮🇹🍽 A pizza that is fresh, earthy and full of flavour!
Our wood-fired pizza topped with artichoke, mushroom, fresh tomato and garlic is the perfect choice when you want something simple, fragrant and seriously satisfying.
Baked in the heat of the fire for that crisp base and smoky finish, it’s Italian comfort done beautifully.
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29/05/2026
🇮🇹🍽 Some dishes are made to be remembered.
Our Stuffed Baby Chicken brings together tender chicken, rich Italian flavour and a beautifully seasoned filling for a dish that feels comforting, generous and full of character.
It’s the kind of meal that turns a simple dinner into something special.
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26/05/2026
🇮🇹🍽 Fresh pasta starts with the simplest ingredients: flour, eggs and a little salt.
The secret is in the process. Kneading builds that beautiful chewy texture, resting helps the dough relax, and rolling it thin gives each shape the perfect bite.
From ribbons of tagliatelle to filled ravioli, every pasta shape is designed to hold sauce differently. That’s what makes fresh pasta so special.
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21/05/2026
🇮🇹🍽 Nothing hits the spot quite like a hearty plate of spaghetti Bolognese, especially when it’s made the traditional way.
Authentic Bolognese isn’t a quick tomato sauce. It’s a slow-cooked meat sauce, built with patience so the flavours can deepen and come together properly.
The gentle simmer is what gives it that rich, comforting taste: tender meat, balanced tomato, and a sauce that clings beautifully to the pasta.
📞 0792464209 (Marilena) & 0824222595 (Marco)
Address
89 Main Road, Green Point
Cape Town
8005
Directions to the Italian restaurant:
Option 1 (Public Transport): Take the train or bus to Cape Town station. From there, take a taxi or walk to Main Road.
Option 2 (Driving/Parking): Drive towards Cape Town CBD and take the Main Road exit. Follow Main Road until you reach the restaurant. There is parking available on the street or nearby parking lots.
Directions to the Family Style Restaurant:
Option 1 (Public Transport): Take the train or bus to Cape Town station. From there, take a taxi or walk to Main Road.
Option 2 (Driving/Parking): Drive towards Cape Town CBD and take the Main Road exit. Follow Main Road until you reach the restaurant. There is parking available on the street or nearby parking lots.
Directions to the European Restaurant:
Option 1 (Public Transport): Take the train or bus to Cape Town station. From there, take a taxi or walk to Main Road.
Option 2 (Driving/Parking): Drive towards Cape Town CBD and take the Main Road exit. Follow Main Road until you reach the restaurant. There is parking available on the street or nearby parking lots.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
00:30 - 22:00 |
| Tuesday |
00:30 - 22:00 |
| Wednesday |
12:30 - 22:00 |
| Thursday |
00:30 - 22:00 |
| Friday |
00:30 - 22:00 |
| Saturday |
00:30 - 22:00 |
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What people say
Marios Italian Restaurant, located on Main Road in Cape Town, is a fantastic family-style restaurant that has been serving up delicious Italian cuisine for over 30 years. The restaurant was opened by Mario and Pina Marzagalli in 1971 and has since been run by Pina with the help of her two children Marilena and Marco. The relaxed and informal atmosphere of the restaurant has made it a popular spot for families to enjoy a meal together.
One of the standout features of Marios Italian Restaurant is the quality of the food. Pina's love of cooking is evident in every dish, from her homemade pasta to the imported Parma Ham and Salami used in many of the dishes. The menu offers traditional Italian fare as well as more unusual offerings such as crumbed calf brains with capers or marrow bones served with toast. One popular choice is the Veal Saltimbocca with Parma ham, sage, brandy, and white wine.
The walls of Marios Italian Restaurant are covered with names and comments from satisfied customers over the past 30 years, which is a testament to the excellent service provided by Pina and her team. It's no surprise that the restaurant was recently awarded a Wine Magazine certificate as one of South Africa's Top 100 Restaurants.
Overall, Marios Italian Restaurant is a must-visit for anyone looking for delicious Italian cuisine in a relaxed family-style setting. With its warm atmosphere, excellent service, and mouth-watering dishes, it's easy to see why this restaurant has been so popular for over three decades.
