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Mario's Place, Riverside, CA
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Mario's Place

4.9 (28)
$31 to $50
Italian
3646 Mission Inn Ave, Riverside, CA 92501

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2 people
7:00 PM

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Fancy
Mario's Place takes pride in its commitment to culinary excellence. The menu specializes in fresh, seasonal ingredients. Complement your meal with a selection from Mario's Place's extensive wine list, featuring an array of award-winning vintages from around the world. Their knowledgeable staff will guide you through the options, ensuring a perfect pairing for your chosen dish.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Tue, Wed 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 28 people are saying

Mario's Place reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Inland Empire

    Best Overall

  • Inland Empire

    Best Food

  • Inland Empire

    Best Service

  • Inland Empire

    Best Ambiance

  • Inland Empire

    Best Value

  • Inland Empire

    Innovative

  • Inland Empire

    Healthy

  • Inland Empire

    Neighborhood gem

  • Inland Empire

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mario's Place in Riverside is celebrated for its "amazing service," "delicious food," and "perfect ambiance." Guests rave about the "homemade pasta" and "spectacular specials" like the venison. The staff is "attentive and knowledgeable," enhancing the dining experience. Ideal for Italian cuisine lovers seeking a memorable meal.

28 Reviews
  1. Cynthia

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience and the food is fantastic!

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  2. Shannon

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful time celebrating our beautiful daughter and her boyfriend on their birthdays at Mario’s. We had wonderful starters- beef carpaccio, tuna crudo, and the squash blossoms. My husband cannot stop talking about how perfectly cooked the venison was. We had excellent service. Mario’s Place is our favorite restaurant in Riverside. Can’t wait for our next trip!

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  3. Anthony

    Orange County9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Took the in-laws prior to a Sinatra tribute show and it turned out to be the perfect combination for our evening. Mario’s is classy, elegant, and just overall an amazing dining experience. This is definitely on our list of places to frequent and recommend to others.

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  4. daniel

    Los Angeles3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I just moved back to the area and hadn't been to Mario's place in 8-10 years. Just as I remember it, one of the inland empire's dining institutions. My wife and I had the Mushroom Ravioli, tomato and goat cheese pasta, Mozzarella appetizer and Caesar salad. Incredible food, incredible service.

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  5. Ralph

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. Terrific food. The service was amazing. The ambiance was perfect. We will definitely visit again for Italian cuisine.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love this place! It is a shining star in Riverside!

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  7. Jesus

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Prices were average, not too expensive and the food was delicious. Waiter explained the specials had did a good job of making us feel welcomed.

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  8. Dawn

    South Carolina8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Meal was outstanding. Had the squash blossoms and venison. Staff were attentive and knowledgeable about the menu.

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  9. Deonna

    Orange County4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Wonderful service, great food, perfect as usual. We were put in a back room that was quite loud. Other than that, still the best resturant in Riverside!

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  10. Morris

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a wonderful Mothers Day dinner. Carlos was a fantastic server. It’s such a hard ask to find a restaurant with ambiance like Mario’s. Personally, that’s my favorite part.

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FAQs

Mario's Place is rated 4.9 stars by 28 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Google Map for Mario's Place

3646 Mission Inn Ave, Riverside, CA 92501

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Riverside
  • Hours of operation
    Tue, Wed 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
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