Great ambience and service! Had a really enjoyable meal this past Saturday. The appetizers were plenty and the entrees were up to par.

This was my first visit and will definitely not be my last. Mardino's has a warm, family style atmosphere. All of the staff were friendly and welcoming. The scallops were absolutely amazing. Tasted as if they were caught that morning. I highly recommend. read more

Mardino's Restaurant - Expresso Martini, scallops over sautéd spinach - Italian Near Me - Mount Kisco, New York

My wife and I went to Mardino's last night for dinner to celebrate my birthday (no fuss was made thank goodness). This was the first time at this old school Italian restaurant but it certainly won't be our last. We were greeted like we were regulars with smiles all around. We were shown to our table and given our menus. After deciding our waiter came over welcomed us and took our drink order. Hot bread was brought and our order was taken. We had Clams Oreganata (excellent), salad and Chicken Rollatini (wife) and Manicotti (mine). Both dishes were delicious. For dessert I had Tortoni (my favorite) my wife had Tiramisu. The restaurant has maybe 20 tables, so if you decide to go make a reservation. There is ample parking and outdoor dining. Try Mardino's, you'll be glad you did. read more

The food is great, the prices are great. The reviews shown that are low are old reviews. Go there and enjoy the Italian ambiance. Well worth the trip. A great menu too! We eat at fine restaurants that are expensive and don't come close to those traditional Italian restaurant. Bravo read more

Mardinos.... Homie family oriented neighborhood, delicious, traditional Italian cuisine... lovely host wonderful chef, Fernando makes it a fun celebration experience every time we come! read more

What a lovely family restaurant. We came with a party of 8 and we were taken care of like family. The manager (owner?) brought us some fried zucchini to start our evening, they have a nice selection of wines and apps as well. The person next to me ordered fried mozzarella and shared with the table. Delicious and enough to go around! We ordered one of the daily specials, shrimp and scallops in a garlic over pasta. Big portion and quite good. Also, each dish came with a very nice side salad with a tasty Italian dressing. The guy next to me had Chicken Scarpariello that looked amazing, and across from me someone had Gnocchi (another fave). Our group ordered other dishes as well, I can't remember all of them, but no one was disappointed. And everyone was happy to bring their leftovers home ('cause you know, there are times when you don't like the food enough to bother with leftovers! This was so good people were already planning out their lunches for the next day!) At the end of the meal, the gracious manager brought the table Banana Cream Pie to share. WOW! Totally unexpected and incredibly kind! This was the real thing, not too sweet, and definitely had some sliced bananas nestled in the custard filling and real whipped cream. If you're looking for an Old Skool Italian restaurant where you can get great service, great food and good old home cooking, Mardino's is your new favorite spot! read more

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Excellent variety of dishes that were delicious. Banana cream pie was to die for..... picked up from restaurant.

Old school family owned restaurant with a friendly and attentive staff. Excellent homestyle Italian cooking also with a nice Seafood and Steak menu. Nonna would be proud of the tasty Sauce (Gravy)! I have been told that the proud Chef/ Owner has been there for 40+ years. A must go to if you are in the Mount Kisco area, you will glad you did!! read more

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Last night, 11/10/23, we decided to give this place a try and we were extremely pleased. Salads were made with fresh ingredients and the house dressing was a tasty Italian vinaigrette. Julie had an order of baked ziti. The sauce was flavorly flawless. It had a robust and sweet palatableness. I opted for the rib eye steak special which was accompanied by corn on the half-cob and a portion of mashed potatoes. It came with a $44 price tag, a bit pricey, but the steak was mammoth-sized. It was extremely tasty, though the marinade was a little high in saltiness. The medium rare presentation was cooked to perfection. The corn was fresh and buttery. The mashed potatoes were a disappointment. They tasted old, not made from scratch, and while parts of it were hot, some were lukewarm. For dessert, we shared a slice of chocolate mousse cake, which was a captivating confection. It was very rich and satisfying for those with sweet teeth. The cappuccino was made too strongly. I drink Café Bustelo daily, so I have a genuine appreciation for strong coffee, but this cappuccino tasted bitter and undrinkable. Was it possible I received espresso instead? Our server was very nice and extremely knowledgeable about the menu, but I believe he was taking on too many tables. Another server may have been easier to handle this Friday night crowd. Bathroom definitely could use an update. Another item worth mentioning is, this place only takes reservations by phone and does not use applications like OPEN TABLE. Wholistically, the experience was enjoyable and this place has the capability of earning 5 stars, with a few refinements. We will likely return. read more

Mardino's Restaurant - Rib Eye Steak - Italian Near Me - Mount Kisco, New York

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food is wonderful, lovely service and a great ambiance. I would 100% recommend this restaurant.

Real homestyle cooking and highly personalized service. Very hard to find in most places

Food was great service not so much I was asked two times if I had a reservation which I did not. This is not Peter Lugers. This restaurant does not have a Michelin star. A bunch of empty tables outside the restaurant which I was seated . A big glass with 4oz of wine maybe 5oz. A whole bunch of bugs no citronella candle outside . The food took a whole lot of time for a salad and some pork chops. Bugs in my wine glass trying to drink for free and eat my pasta and my pork chop for free too... I understand outside dining but where's the outside repellent. The food is not cheap here at least make the customers comfortable I have posted the empty tables but I was asked if I had reservations not once but twice but customers who came after me was not asked the same question go figure.. the service was terrible .. took along time for the food a long time for the check to come a long time for a To go container. Very horrible service... the pork chop was good though but I will not be back until who knows.... Last but not least a bug in my grated cheese eating for free also. This was my first time in this establishment. read more

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We had an exceptional meal here! This is definitely an old-school Italian restaurant. We were greeted by A warm and friendly waiter who seated us within minutes. We started off with cocktails, a hot antipasto and a bowl of escarole and bean soup. The Hot antipasto consisted of shrimp, stuffed mushrooms, baked oysters, eggplant, and baked clams. It was all perfectly done. The escarole and bean soup was beyond delicious, as if your grandmother made it. For entrées, we ordered chicken marsala and the special of sole stuffed with crab meat and shrimp. There are lots of specials at this restaurant, which the waiters know like the back of their hands! The complementary salads that arrived were cold and Crispy with a wonderful Italian vinaigrette. The entrées arrived piping hot, and beautifully plated. The chicken marsala had a rich and delicious sauce with mushrooms, just amazing! The sole was perfectly cooked with a wonderful seafood stuffing atop a bed of fresh spinach.YUM! Our waiter was extremely attentive, and replenished drinks and our bread basket throughout the meal. He recommended raspberry tartufo for dessert and he wasn't wrong! The tartufo was amazing, with a white chocolate shell, the perfect ending to a perfect meal. This place runs like a well oiled machine! Waiters are wonderful, very attentive, and they make sure you're happy.... And the food is outstanding! A wonderful experience overall! read more

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If you want to have first rate top quality delicious food, then this is the place to go. We have ordered several different dishes here and all have been absolutely superb. Last night I had the Veal Parmigiana after sharing a Fried Calamari appetizer. The veal was cooked perfectly. It was tender and a nice portion as well. The sauce and cheese were also delicious. The calamari was also cooked perfectly and the side of sauce was superb if you like it a little spicy. My wife had a Shrimp and Scallop special served over linguine and cooked with a white wine garlic sauce. She asked for extra garlic and they delivered as asked. Superb to say the least. We ended with their world famous Banana Cream Pie for dessert. No better Banana Cream Pie anywhere. I made sure I saved room for this by taking home half my dinner. The restaurant ambiance is lively and the staff are over the top friendly. They have all been there for years and the place is full of regulars. Friday and Saturday nights are typically packed so reservations are day ahead are recommended. The only reason I can't give this gem of a restaurant a 5 is the place is somewhat dated and "could" use some refreshing. It is fine for myself and my wife as we care more about the food and friendly staff and it is clean inside but some could argue a 5 rating should meet each and every criteria. read more

Mardino's Restaurant - Meatballs and Spaghetti - Italian Near Me - Mount Kisco, New York

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Made a late reservation and luckily got in, what a great meal. The service by Gaetano "G" is always superb with great suggestions. They're chicken parm is always moist never a dried cutlet with great sauce and plenty of melt mozz. Their strip steak and shrimp scampi with a suggested brown sauce was awesome! This place is "Old school" Italian, the chicken paris so big I at it for lunch and dinner! read more

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All I can say is, wow, I am very impressed. This place is as old school as it gets. You'll truly feel like you're back in time. The waiters are super funny and truly want you to feel at home. One of the few Italian restaurants where all the cooks and waiters are Italian, you know it's going to be authentic. The calamari was cooked perfectly and was made to order. The cold antipasto was freshly sliced with quality meats and cheeses. The linguine and clams was probably the best I've ever had. They actually use real clams and not the crap from a can. The staff knew it was my birthday and gave us a complimentary cake; the chef came out to sing and he sounds like Andrea Bocelli, no joke. Italian food as it was intended, fresh, and made from scratch. The prices were super reasonable considering the quality and portions. Definitely the best Italian spot around, Mardino's is a gem for sure. read more

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Very good Italian restaurant. Food was excellent. Staff was friendly. Prices are reasonable read more

Not ONLY outstanding food today for lunch - But Our Server was Spot-On - Salads Cold & crisp.. Soup Hot as Hell! & Maybe? One of the BEST Meat Lasagnas that I've ever had!! (Old School perfection!) My 2nd time there? Same fussy-friend? As was our last experience, & adding another person in?? FANTASTIC!! RAVE Reviews, All around. read more

On a Thursday night, our dinner started with ample amount of warm bread and breadsticks which were very good. We asked for olive oil and balsamic vinegar to replace the butter. Server was very nice and accommodating. It seems the neighborhood love the place. We came past 5pm and we heard people already talking and laughing in the bar. Servers were attentive, water refills without asking for it. What we ordered- Fried calamari (the spicy sauce is to the die for) Mussels with marinara - Excellent (enormous serving) Veal sorentini - very good though a bit salty for my husband's taste Cappuccino-excellent Based on our experience, we are happy customers and we will come back. The price is so reasonable too. IMO , don't think this is a date place but definitely a nice place to have dinner with friends and family( indoor or outdoor). read more

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We've been coming to Mardino's for more than 20 years. It just keeps getting better. The food is absolutely the highest quality and the service is near perfect. It's a place where you'll always feel welcome. The specials blackboard is not to be missed. The bar is extensive and they have whatever you'd like to drink including beer on tap. Whenever we have friends or family visiting we always include Mardino's as part of the event. You'll love the servers, they are professional and will make you feel as if you are family without being obsequious. You can tell they love what they do. Serving wonderful food to really nice people who appreciate excellent cuisine. read more

I had a great experience here dining alone, I ordered the stuffed clams and charred prime Rib. I didn't like the clams but the chef came out to explain it was not spoiled but different herbs and it could be because I don't like tarragon but they didn't charge me for the dish I did not eat and the service was superb. The steak had so much flavor and it was so good with the homemade mashed potatoes and au jus was perfect with my steak. They even gave me a free dessert which I devoured the next day. The restaurant felt very homey and old school, it was large and many seating options. I can't wait to go back for a prime rib and some more of that wonderful customer service. Thank you for a wonderful dinner. read more

Mardino's Restaurant - Charted prime rib. Comes with 1 side. Effie and salad. Plenty of bread and butter is provided - Italian Near Me - Mount Kisco, New York

Love Mardinos! OG vibe with the food to back it up! Fried zucchini, salad, pasta is my favorite. Save room for the homemade banana pie!! read more

Went to celebrate a friends birthday, there were 5 in our party....we had clams casino and cold antipasta for apps and were good....service was a little lax but was made up for with friendly /funny service.....all entrees were very good...desserts sorbet and banana cream pie were ok ( sorry my wife makes the best Pie)....the chef sang happy birthday to my friend ( and few other guests) which really added to the night....waiter was great ! read more

Old school Italian restaurant where I had one of the best steaks ever. Bone in rib-eye, perfectly cooked. Prices were very reasonable, service was friendly. Was there solo and feedback perfectly comfortable. I plan to visit again with friends to try the pasta and the rest of their more classically Italian dishes. read more

The chicken piccata was superb. The sauce had some butter, some wine, just the right saltiness - and capers! It was tasty and had a nice lightness to it. The banana cream pie is the must order. The Caprese salad was fresh and tasty. The pickled red pepper on the salad was a nice touch. And did I mention that the 1/2 carafe of Sangiovese was only $14 and it is tasty. All of this in Mt Kisco no less. My server was personable and hilarious. read more

Mardino's Restaurant - The dining room. Yeh, it's empty but it's 9:40pm. Food - read the review! - Italian Near Me - Mount Kisco, New York

My hubby and I have only ordered and picked up to go from this place, and each time it has been great food. Anything you order is really pretty good. Except for the last time we ordered, the salads were a bit old and wilted. Had to throw them out. That is the risk sometimes with take out food. Otherwise the food is always very good! We can't comment on the service, but I am sure one day soon we will sit down and eat there. Hopefully it will be good experience. read more

I have driven by this place a lot on my way to things for the kids or errands and every time I always said "hey that place looks nice I should really try it." Finally had the opportunity to one night and it did not disappoint! The staff were incredible. They were so nice and friendly. Not just our server but several of them were so personable, light hearted and funny. They made you feel like you were the only one in there. It was packed with several tables of large family gatherings. That's the vibe it gave. It was perfect for a date nite, a larger family gathering, or anything in between. I got the steak special and my wife got the lasagna. My steak was cooked perfectly and seasoned perfectly. My wife loved her lasagna so much I didn't get to try it. When it comes to a new place I try I always like to try the dessert. Our server said they were famous for their banana cream pie. I'm not a huge fan, but he brought a sliver of it with the cheesecake we ordered just to have us try it and it was amazing. I never liked it before but I liked this one for sure. All in all this is a great place, with great food, run by great people. We will def be back soon! read more

I wish I could leave a review of the food itself. My party walked in on a Friday night. I understand it's a busy time however we stood there for about ten minutes and not a single one of the many servers or hosts who walked by acknowledged us in the slightest. We even tried to get their attention but no such luck. I'm offended and hurt read more

The food was excellent. The ambience is a little tired looking and the service was just so so.

Old school Italian restaurant. The service was excellent. It very personalized. Staff is friendly the food was excellent. I had Blue point oysters, ChickenMarsala the wine sauce mushrooms were outstanding. The prices are reasonable you get a lot of food. I will definitely return to this restaurant. read more

Found Mardino's on Yelp and went last night for the first time. Bar was hoping and the bartender was excellent at his craft and very efficient at his job. Environment is old-school and "real" as opposed to a lot of the pretense you find up here in Westchester. Apps and pasta excellent. Didn't love my veal but I was stuffed and a bit drunk so that might have had something to do with it. Take a point for a side order of string beans being from frozen and seemingly steamed as opposed to sautéed. They should really upgrade that type of thing. But, really liked the place and will return! read more

Mardino has returned to 10 stars. We had dinner there yesterday evening for our anniversary and it was spectaculiar. There was still a lot of talk about taste today. They partnered with Conti's Seafood in town for a new catch every day. My swordfish dinner over spinach was fantastic. My husband had lambchops and said the same thing! They are thoughtful and considerate, too. The chief came and sang Happy Birthday in his operatic voice.. For a period of time during COVID, the food was horrible.. Not anymore! This is our second meal in a few weeks and we are delighted to know that quality has returned to its former glory. read more

Me and my wife have dinner tow weeks age and kids . Lovely food . My service is great Mike . Kids love him . Grilled rib eye is excellent. My wife had sea food comb . Lobster lovely . Will go back . read more

Delicious food We surprised some family members Server was great played along for the surprise

There is no ambiance. This place is very VERY old school. There was a smell of "oldness." The tables outside were dirty and were the first thing I noticed. That was a turn-off. I was so close to leaving but was with my son for a Mother/son lunch for the first time. I felt so bad because he always takes me to such nice places. The servers were attentive and the food was not as bad as thought it would be. Would I go back. Absolutely not! Sad thing is I downloaded the yelp app after the fact. But...now I can really review an eatery b4 I go. Puzzling thing is I can't believe how many 5 star reviews there were. So it leads me to believe beware of reviews. So my first impression will be what I lead with. If I don't like "the smell" or anything else...I will leave. read more

Really very good. Never realized a good restaurant was there right under my nose. Excellent food and great service! I had excellent prime rib! Can't wait to go back! read more

Really, really, disappointing, given some other positive reviews. Stale bread that was reheated and breadsticks to start. My chicken scarpiello was white meat chicken breast in a bowl of garlicy chicken broth. Did not resemble any of the 25 versions of the dish i have had in my life. Accompanying spaghetti was limp, sauce watery. Waiter focused on a larger table. I was part of a two top. Martini was fine. Glass of Malbec was warm. read more

Dinner last night with some of the guys. Our host Gaetano was warm and friendly. He made great suggestions and got the meal started with some apps: seafood salad, clams casino and stugged mushroomed were very good. Four out of six ordered the special shrimp and scallops over angel hair pasta. Again very good and portion was right. Steak Royal was also a solid special entree of the evening. The only miss was the chix parm. I would definitely return. Solid red sauce joint and their red sauce was very good. read more

The chef was on vacation - it's the only reason that it was one of our worst experience at this restaurant. We have eaten here for a number of times tend to order the same dishes. My veal saltmbocca is supposed to be with a sage sauce - they left the stems on the sage. The other dish of sole Munier is a fish in a white wine sauce - came out like a soup with the fish swimming in it. Appetizer of melon and proscietto - melon unripe and proscietto was tough. Finally one member of our party order shrimp scampi - waiter suggested spinach (instead of pasta) then when the bill came we found out this was an extra charge (waiter could have said this is extra charge). Overall a poor experience read more

We have been long-time diners here. This was the last restaurant we ate IN before the shut down ad the first we dined IN once the restriction was lifted. We were excited as the food has always been great. We were not disappointed. Fresh delicious clams oreganato - Perfect. Veal chop Perfect. Shrimp Scampi Romano Perfect. Service as always wonderful. I hope they gain more clients - a younger generation NEEDS to discover this spot for classics and filling portions (always end up taking home some). Glad to see they survived the lockdown - Now, please let's go eat there and enjoy this special place. read more