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La Quinta
Right on Jefferson Street — generous portions, friendly faces, and prices that make every visit feel like a gift.
At home in the desert
Tucked into Citrus Plaza, this is where regulars slide into a booth like they own it. The La Quinta community has made Mario's their neighborhood Italian, and we couldn't be prouder.
Find us in La Quinta
Mario's Italian Cafe
Address: 49906 Jefferson St, Indio, CA 92201
Phone: (760) 777-4055
Hours:
Daily: 11 AM–9 PM.
Plenty of parking right out front — just walk in, and we'll take it from there.
Value worth raising a glass to
A $5 glass of Chianti. Happy hour calamari and a small pasta for $18. Large, satisfying portions at prices that don't make you wince — it's the Mario's way, and guests here keep coming back for exactly that.
A little taste of what's waiting
Why Locals Love Mario's Italian Cafe in La Quinta
Locals highly praise Mario's Italian Cafe on La Quinta for its authentic New York-style pizza and huge, family-friendly portions. Reviewers frequently celebrate the exceptional garlic bread, welcoming atmosphere, and consistent, high-quality service.
All of our locations
Mario's has five homes across the Coachella Valley. Find the one nearest to you and come hungry.
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: La Quinta, Indio, Bermuda Dunes, Indian Wells, Vista Santa Rosa, Palm Desert, Sandy Korner, Coachella, Desert Palms, Biskra Palms, Macomber Palms, Cahuilla Hills, Thermal, Hidden Palms, Pushawalla Palms, Valerie, Thousand Palms, Rancho Mirage, One Hundred Palms, and Willis Palms.
Anything else?
We are also known for Family Friendly Restaurant
