Sun City / Palm Desert
Buon giorno, neighbors. Your home for hearty Italian cooking on Varner Road — lunch specials, fresh marinara, and a warm welcome every time.
Right in the heart of the neighborhood
Near the Sun City community, this is where retirees, families, and regulars come to relax over a great meal — and leave feeling right at home.
Find us on Varner Road
Mario's Italian Cafe V
Address: 78152 Varner Rd, Palm Desert, CA 92211
Phone: (760) 345-8900
Hours:
Mon–Sat: 10 AM–9 PM · Sun: 10 AM–8 PM.
Come in for lunch, stay for dinner — we're always glad to have you at the table.
A taste of what's waiting
The marinara says it all
Guests come back for the marinara sauce and Italian sausage again and again — and lunch specials under $10 make it easy to make every day an Italian day. Heading to a show at the arena nearby? We'll have you out on time.
Top-Rated Food & Service
Local diners highlight Mario's Italian Cafe V in Sun City as a neighborhood favorite for authentic, home-cooked Italian comfort food. Guests consistently praise the incredible service, generous portions, legendary New York-style pizza, and classic pasta dishes that deliver a true taste of family tradition.
All Mario's locations
We have five homes across the Coachella Valley — find the one closest to you.
