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HUMBLE BEGINNINGS
Two brothers moved to Manhattan with nothing but determination. From washing dishes and bussing tables to management, they poured themselves into every corner of the restaurant world. The rhythm of
fine dining and the language of hospitality was learned only by living & breathing it.
MARIOS CAME FIRST...
Most people think of Italy, they think of pizza —
so they mastered that first. They opened a pizzeria named Mario’s, then two more. The Mario's brand
was built on crust, fire and flavor.
A DESIRE TO GO BEYOND THE CRUST...
The perfect slice wasn’t enough. Their culinary ambition craved the full expression of the Italian cuisine. To master art of its heritage; slow-simmered sauces, delicate seafood, robust wines; the balance of elegance and comfort that defines Italy at its best.
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SO THEN CAME
From the brothers behind Mario’s, and a tribute to their beginnings, this is Italian done with heart, soul, and a side of ambition. The
roots of Mario’s came the refinement of RIOS
Modern Italian in Thornwood, New York.
Still family, still fire; but the next generation.
Proof that passion and perseverance elevates you from a simple slice to a five course meal. Honoring their roots, elevating their craft, and inviting you to experience the Italy they fell in love with — one dish at a time.