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Mario's at San Remo

93 Marine Parade, San Remo VIC 3925, Australia

Recommended by 20 people

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Find Mario's at San Remo

93 Marine Parade, San Remo VIC 3925, Australia

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+61 3 5678 5365
HoursMonday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:30 – 8:30 PM Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:30 – 8:30 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:30 – 8:30 PM Friday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:30 – 8:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:30 – 8:30 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:30 – 8:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Mario's at San Remo

Catch the bridge out of Phillip Island for serious coastal Italian portions served with old-school warmth. At Mario’s at San Remo, diners regularly refuel after the evening Penguin Parade over hefty plates of linguini marinara, tender chicken scallopini, and local catches. Mario himself works the floor—often dropping off house-made garlic bread or slices of cured salami tableside before your order arrives. Tables linger late over creamy tiramisu and warm sticky date pudding.

  • Old-School Hospitality: Owner Mario personally works the dining room, frequently offering tableside welcomes and complimentary house-made salami or warm garlic bread.
  • Abundant Portions: Bowls of linguini marinara and plates of scallopini arrive oversized and built for sharing or taking home.
  • Penguin Parade Stopover: Conveniently situated along Marine Parade, making it a reliable warm dinner stop right after the Phillip Island Penguin Parade.
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Why Diners Choose Mario's at San Remo

Generous portions, fresh local seafood, and heartfelt hospitality make Mario's at San Remo a memorable dining tradition.

  • Cared for Like Family by Owner Mario

    Mario himself frequently greets diners tableside, offering personal touches like complimentary tastings of house-made specialties and warm conversations.

    we were visited at the table by Mario himself, he gave our son some of his home made salami.

    Laurie

  • Genuine Home-Style Italian Warmth

    Diners experience a comforting, welcoming ambiance where staff and owners make guests feel completely at home.

    This family run business made us feel right at home, we will definitely be back!

    Monique Petrone

  • Authentic Coastal Italian Cooking

    Fresh seafood from the local waters and hearty signature dishes are served with authentic Italian flavor and craft.

    The seafood was fresh from the sea and the Duck fish and Linguini Marinara totally delicious.

    Moira Stewart

  • Attentive Dining Room Energy

    Dishes arrive with exceptional speed and consistent quality, creating an energetic, memorable family dining experience even during peak hours.

    We even went in for a dinner session during peak hour (full house) and we did not wait long at all for great quality food!

    Nathalie A

  • Generous Portions and Value

    Oversized, abundant pasta and main courses ensure substantial value, leaving plenty for sharing or taking home.

    The food portions are VERY generous especially at this day and age with kid sized spaghetti prices at the same $22 this carbonara costs!

    Adrian Lee

  • Ideal Stop for Phillip Island Visitors

    Ideally positioned in San Remo, the restaurant serves as a comforting, convenient dining stop when heading to or returning from Phillip Island attractions.

    It was the perfect post penguin parade meal.

    shane stoeckel

Hearty Italian pasta and seafood mains celebrated for generous portions and authentic flavours.

  • Chicken Scallopini

    For me the stand out dish was the chicken scallopini served with creamy mash and seasonal vegetables.

    Florence Tioulis

  • Linguini Marinara

    the Duck fish and Linguini Marinara totally delicious.

    Moira Stewart

  • Calamari

    The best calamari I've had for a long time served with salads

    Jenny Blease

  • Pumpkin Ravioli

    My wife described the pumpkin ravioli as some of the best she’s ever eaten.

    shane stoeckel

Other favorites

Complement your main course with house-made breads, crisp salads, and classic desserts.

  • Garlic Bread

    The garlic bread was spot on.

    shane stoeckel

  • Fennel Salad

    wonderful fennel salad

    Hagar Grunwald

  • Tiramisu

    Tiramisu was the best I had in a long time.

    Heng Shu Yen

  • Sticky Date Pudding

    The desserts are amazing best sticky date pudding ever!

    Penny Worts

Beyond the menu

Heartfelt gestures and personal hospitality that elevate your dining experience

  • Tableside Owner Hospitality

    Mario regularly steps out to chat with tables, providing genuine personal greetings and checking in on dinners.

  • Complimentary House-Made Salami

    Mario offers samples of his homemade salami to visiting diners and families at their tables.

  • Gifted Homemade Garlic Bread

    Takeout guests and walk-ins unable to secure a table have been gifted fresh homemade garlic bread and dinnerware.

  • Personal Gifts for Children

    Families dining with little ones receive playful keepsakes, such as a special bandana gifted directly by Mario.

Before you head over

Practical planning advice for your visit to Mario's at San Remo

  • Book in advance for dinner

    Tables fill up quickly during peak hours and weekend evenings, so booking ahead is recommended to avoid missing out or relying on takeaway.

  • Plan for oversized portions

    Portions across pastas and mains are exceptionally generous; consider sharing dishes or ordering entree sizes if you have a lighter appetite.

  • Coordinate with Penguin Parade timing

    Conveniently situated in San Remo right before the bridge, it is an ideal spot to stop for dinner either before or after visiting the Penguin Parade.

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