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Benvenuti a Indio
Right on CA-111 in the heart of the eastern Coachella Valley, this is a place where neighbors become regulars and first-timers leave feeling like family.
Where the desert gathers
Tucked along Indio's main corridor, we're neighbors to College of the Desert, Miles Avenue Park, and the Coachella Valley History Museum — a gathering spot for locals, students, and road-trippers alike.
Find us in Indio
Mario's Italian Cafe Indio
Address: 81939 CA-111, Indio, CA 92201
Phone: (760) 775-2888
Hours:
Daily: 10:30 AM–9 PM
Easy surface parking right off the highway.
A taste of Indio
Made with care, every plate
Guests rave about the Jumbo Alfredo, bruschetta, and the creamy garlic Cobb salad — Italian-American classics cooked with the same daily-fresh sauces, sausages, and pastas Mario has made by hand since 1972.
Service that feels personal
From server Vanessa earning her own five-star shoutouts to a kitchen that goes out of its way for guests with food allergies — the Indio team makes every visit feel genuinely cared for.
What Diners Love About Mario's Italian Cafe in Indio
Patrons consistently praise Mario's Italian Cafe in Indio for its cozy atmosphere, welcoming pet-friendly patio, and attentive hospitality. Reviewers rave about the exceptional, flavor-packed meatballs, freshly baked garlic bread, and delicious pizzas, all served in generous portions at reasonable prices.
Pizza, pastas, subs, and salads made fresh daily
Every morning at Mario's Italian Cafe, chefs are in the kitchen doing what Mario started in 1972 — making everything from scratch. Generation after generation, nothing has changed.
Our Cuisine
The Valley's largest $5 glass of wine
Chianti, Chablis, or Burgundy — poured generously, priced like we mean it. It's been a signature since the beginning, and it's not going anywhere.
Giving back is part of who we are
Every Monday, Mario's donates over 1,000 meals to first responders and neighbors in need. It's not a program — it's just what this family does.
What our guests are saying
Great place for your traditional Italian food! I was in town for a triathlon, thought I’d check out Mario’s for my pre-race dinner and wasn’t disappointed! Spaghetti aglio e olio were great, so was the tiramisu! Service was great, comfortable and friendly atmosphere.
David G.
Love the lunch meals here. Very affordable yet delicious. Serving size is generous for the price. My wife and I kept coming back here for lunch. Pastas and pizzas are great. Service is fantastic. Thanks very much to the staff.
Ruel R.
Absolutely love this family restaurant! Chef Mario and his team welcome everyone to their restaurant and the food is delicious. Chicken Marsala, Ceasar salad and soups were terrific! True gem of a family owned restaurant in the valley.
David G.
The meals were plentiful and delicious. The prices are very reasonable. Excellent service by our server Lileny and she was very pleasant as well. Definitely recommend Mario’s.
Bruce C.
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Buon Giorno!
When you're here, you're family!
Frequently Asked Questions
What are you known for?
We are known for Tiramisu, Supreme Pizza, Cheese Pizza, Pepperoni Pizza, Cioppino, White Pizza, Bruschetta, Meatballs, Minestrone Soup, Ravioli, Salads, Caprese, Carbonara, BBQ Chicken Pizza, Antipasto Salad, Pasta, Cannelloni, Caprese Salad, Lasagna, Wings, Bolognese, Chicken Alfredo, Minestrone, Shrimp Scampi, Greek Pizza, Calzone, Cannoli, Caesar Salad, Garlic Bread, Cheesecake, Calamari, Spaghetti, Greek Salad, Cheese Bread, and Pizza
What areas do you serve?
We serve the following areas: Indio, Bermuda Dunes, La Quinta, Coachella, Biskra Palms, Desert Palms, Sandy Korner, Indian Wells, Macomber Palms, Vista Santa Rosa, Palm Desert, Pushawalla Palms, Hidden Palms, Thermal, Indio Hills, Willis Palms, Thousand Palms, Valerie, Cahuilla Hills, and Riverside County.
Anything else?
We are also known for Family Friendly Restaurant
