Mario's Italian Cafe - Indio

Excellent and generous Italian-American cuisine. Enjoyable jug wines with a “great selection.” Cozy porch heaters for the winter months. While the setting is merely a parking lot at Ralph's, it doesn't detract from the experience. The staff is welcoming and has been around for years.

Our waitress was super and made suggestions. The bottle of Chianti is a real bargain and pairs wonderfully with the pasta we ordered. Large servings that you will be taking home.

Went to La Quinta for NYE 2021. Searched Google Maps for an italian resturant that was open NYE and Mario's popped up. In Fact, they have locations throughout the area. We went to the resturant to order and they were very covid cautious. Masks, 6ft apart, etc. They were also very busy. I'd recommend calling in. We went back to our hotel to eat and what a meal! Enjoyed all of it! . Their shrimp Alfredo was too bomb. Fabulous pizza. And the deserts are so good, one bite of that tiramisu makes you feel like your tounge rolls back into a creamy seizure.. if that makes sense at all... I highly recommend this spot! Prices are geat!!! Tons of selection and Dinner Specials. The Employees are super friendly and Hard Working! give them a tip! This will definitely be my go to spot whenever I'm in the area.

The pasta was really good, but they served me a dish that was half vodka sauce and half Bolognese on linguini. My mother ordered the lasagna. Overall, the food was excellent, and our waitress provided great service.

One of the best Italian restaurants in the valley! The baked lasagna is absolutely phenomenal for dining alone. I kid you not, the hot wings are the best you will ever have—trust me, no one makes them quite like they do here. YOU HAVE TO TRY THE HOT WINGS!!!!