Italian food is one of Britain's favourites - and at Mario's Trattoria in Rotherham, it's easy to see why. This small family restaurant has been around for a long time, and is still owned by Mario and his wife Tina who personally oversee everything from the kitchen to the dining room. It's an intimate and welcoming place, giving that feeling of being invited to an Italian home for dinner, with red-chequered tablecloths and old pictures and posters on the walls.
Mario's Trattoria looks like home and serves home-style food too - hot, plentiful and tasty. In fact, it's the quality of their food that's seen them last so many years in the area, with non-stop praises especially for their authentic pizza. The menu can't help but impress right from the starters. Garlic is a much-used ingredient here, for everything from breaded or creamy mushrooms to garlic bread. Of course, the traditional minestrone soup, polpette and prawn cocktail are all available too. Moving on to the mains, there are the aforementioned pizzas in 12 different varieties, followed by pasta, steak, chicken and Mario's own specialities. Of these, the most notable is the seafood risotto cooked in wine and vegetable stock, and pasta Michelle - chicken, vegetables and herbs in a creamy cheese sauce. Steak lovers will enjoy five different options, from the simple mushroom and tomato topping to the Milano-style served with mushrooms and onions soaked in garlic butter. To follow it all, Mario's serves home-made desserts like apple crumble, chocolate orange mousse and other favourites.
For a lovely authentic Italian night out, Mario's Trattoria in Rotherham is a great choice for everyone.