Welcome to The Original Mario Fazio’s, a beloved Italian Restaurant located in Willoughby, Ohio. Known for serving the Best Pizza in Willoughby, our menu features a variety of Fresh Seafood dishes, Homemade Pasta, and delicious salads. Our Family Dining experience is perfect for gatherings, and our Authentic Italian Cuisine brings the flavors of Italy to your table. Whether you’re craving Pizza or planning a special event with our Catering Services, we have you covered. Visit The Original Mario Fazio’s today and savor the taste of tradition. We look forward to serving you!
Casual parlor offering Italian fare, thin-crust pizza & family-style options in welcoming environs.
Lisa Greger
Lynne was an excellent server. She was very attentive, knew the menu inside and out and gave us lots of options when we were deciding on our Valentine’s Day dinner choices. We started off with the infamous Lisa’s Salad, Lemon Chicken with Cavatelli with Marinara and my husband had a delicious pizza with pepperoni, sausage and grilled chicken. We were blessed with a complimentary slice of cake with a cute heart cookie on top. Food. Family and Fun! This is my go to place for all the above.
… morePatricia Gaeta (Patty Gaeta, Realtor)
I took my mom for Valentine’s Day. I got the eggplant Parmesan and she got the chicken marsala. Both dishes came with bread, a salad and we’re prepared to perfection. I had so much chicken. I could only eat half and it was a lunch portion! I went back with my friends a few days later and tried the chicken marsala. It was phenomenal. My friends got various pasta, dishes with seafood and one got a entrée dinner salad. They gave us complementary tiramisu for dessert! The server was sweet and made the experience extra special! Go give it a try
… moreMom
Molto bene!!! Bravissimo to the Chef!!! It was our first visit to Mario Fazios and it will definitely not be our last. After searching for a good Italian restaurant and reading Many reviews we decided to go here. From the moment we arrived we were welcomed with a very Italian benvenuto! We did make a reservation and were seated right away. Our server’s name was Breianna and she was delightful and provided Excellent service. We started with Calamari and Arancini,DELIZIOSO! Then the wedding soup was next and was also very tasty. We ordered Spaghetti and meatballs, Veal parmesan, Lobster risotto and Fried fish and chips. The sauce is to die for!! There is rib meat that has cooked until it was so tender and amazing! Everything was So Delicious We had a cocktail along with our meals and the water glasses stayed full! I can’t wait to return and have more of this Amazing authentic Italian cuisine! I can’t remember being so impressed with a restaurant. You also get a free slice of Cassata cake at the end of your meal! Again Molto, Molto Bene!
… moreShaunna Gunter
This was my second visit and both times, I’ve been impressed with the friendly service and the quality of food.
I started with a house salad then, my entree – cavatelli with grilled chicken and veal meatballs. I love that they include a small slice of cassata cake for dessert.
… moreKris Kat
The lemon drop martini was the best!
Lemon chicken has a sweet taste to it didn’t care for it. House salad was beets, spinach and peas. Nuff said.
… moreLynn Nappi
First time, but definitely not our last. Our visit was on Valentine’s Day for dinner. Reservations highly recommended, which we had!! Frank’s greeting was warm and inviting as he escorted us to our table. Lynne, our server, was friendly and attentive. Our meal was delicious. We started with fried artichoke hearts, followed by veal Parmesan and ravioli. The little slice of cassada cake was an added bonus to complement our meal! The restaurant is clean, portions are bigger than most, and for a busy night everyone worked as a team Great job!
… moreGayle Riess
We enjoyed a beautiful evening at Mario Fazio’s the Friday before Valentine’s Day, and once again it reminded us why this is our favorite place for special occasions.
My husband and I both ordered their signature Lemon Chicken, and it was absolutely outstanding — perfectly prepared, flavorful, and comforting in the best way. From the very beginning, everything was exceptional. The appetizers were delicious, the fresh Lisa salad was crisp and flavorful, and the warm garlic bread was irresistible. We finished with their cassata cake and freshly baked heart sugar cookies which was the perfect sweet ending to an incredible meal.
What truly sets this restaurant apart is Lisa herself. Even on a busy pre-Valentine’s evening, she took time away from the kitchen to stop at tables and genuinely connect with her guests. She speaks to you as if you’re family, and that personal touch makes the experience feel so special and welcoming.
The atmosphere is beautiful and calming — elegant without being stuffy, warm without being loud. It’s the kind of place where you can truly relax and enjoy the moment.
Mario Fazio’s never disappoints. It will always be our go-to spot for celebrating life’s special occasions. Five stars every time. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
… moreMelissa Zito
Mario Fazio’s was recommended by a co-worker when I was looking for a private room to hold our office luncheon. Our group was so impressed with the space, the service, and the delicious meal! Frank was so helpful in arranging our event. We had family-style service which worked out perfectly. There was plenty of food to go around and the pricing was very reasonable. Their alfredo sauce is so amazing and the caesar salad dressing was light and delicious. I really loved the lemon chicken, calamari, and cavatelli with red sauce too. Whether planning for a group or just a meal for two, I would highly recommend Mario Fazio’s – you won’t be disappointed!
… moreSteve Fiederer
Premier Italian eatery, always greeted with a smile and made to feel special.
Food is always on served hot and made fresh. I have been here many times and it has always been a pleasurable dining experience.
Reservations are required!
… moreSLV
Our family had a small get together to celebrate 2 birthdays in the afternoon. We all had a great time and we had the best server, Alexa. She was very attentive to our event. She even took our picture so we could all be in it! She also had a great sense of humor. Everyone was pleased with our meals. We even recieved 2 special cassata cake pieces with candles for the birthday people. Such a caring and clean place to celebrate! Very enjoyable celebration!
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