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EAST SIDE MARIO'S ST. JOHN'S

(5.0 Score)
180 Portugal Cove Road,
St. John's, NL A1B 2N2 Directions

Since 1987

Specialities:

✓Linguine Chicken Tetrazzini ✓Double-Bacon Carbonara ✓Linguine Chicken Amatriciana ✓Scallop Carbonara ✓Cheese Cappelletti ✓Lasagna ✓Gigantic Three Cheese Ravioli ✓Spaghetti Primavera with Goat Cheese ✓Sausage and Peppers Penne ✓Jumbo Shrimp Alfredo ✓Seafood Linguine ✓Roasted Garlic Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken ✓Mario's Spaghetti ✓Meatballs ✓Cheesy Baked Penne with Rosé ✓Spaghetti Bolognese ✓Balsamic Pesto Pizza ✓Hawaiian Heat Pizza ✓Ultimate Canadian Pizza ✓Loaded Pepperoni Pizza ✓Four Meat Pizza ✓Cauliflower Crust Pizza ✓Pepperoni Calzone Pizza ✓Ultimate Canadian Calzone Pizza

"East Side Mario's St. John's is a family-owned and operated restaurant that makes all your occasions special, and they work hard to exceed your expectations. They offer classic Italian fares like pizza, pasta, parmigiana, soups, salads, starters, and desserts. Try Prosciutto-wrapped Mozzarella, Calamari Al Diavolo, Shrimp Scampi, Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings, and Garlic Fingers with Cheese. Sign up for their newsletter and get a free tasty appetizer. Gift vouchers and online ordering options are available. The restaurant provides all-you-can-eat menus for their customers. East Side Mario's St. John's offers a Buy One, Take One Home Free offer every Wednesday. When you buy any dinner pasta or entrée with a beverage, you will get a free pasta to take home. They provide gift cards, which are perfect for employee rewards, sales incentives, client recognition, or gift giving.

2026 Highlights: The restaurant builds its local hospitality around a specific three-pillared passion: "food, famiglia, and fun"."

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Menu:

Pasta
Creamy Garlic Steak Fettuccine $26.99
Crispy Chicken Bacon Rose $24.99
Shrimp & Salmon Spaghetti $26.49
Linguine Chicken Tetrazzini $24.69
Double-Bacon Carbonara $23.99
Linguine Chicken Amatriciana $24.69
Scallop Carbonara $27.99
Cheese Cappelletti $23.29
Gigantico Three Cheese Ravioli $24.99
Spaghetti Primavera With Goat Cheese $22.99
Homemade Meat Lasagna $24.29
Sausage & Peppers Penne $23.49
Shrimp Alfredo $25.99
Seafood Linguine $26.99
Roasted Garlic Fettuccine Alfredo With Chicken $23.99
Mario's Spaghetti & Meatballs $23.49
Build Your Own Pasta $21.99
Fettuccine Alfredo $19.99
Cheesy Baked Penne With Rosé $19.99
Spaghetti Bolognese $19.99
Pizza
Deluxe Pizza $16.99
Balsamic Pesto Pizza $20.99
Hawaiian Heat Pizza $20.99
The Ultimate Canadian Pizza $20.99
Four Meat Pizza $21.99

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Contact:

(709) 722-6900

Sun-Sat: 11am - 10pm

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BELLISSIMO BISTRO

(4.7 Score)
123 Quidi Vidi Road,
St. John's, NL A1A 1C3 Directions

Since 2017

Specialities:

✓Pasta of the Day ✓Stuffed Pasta ✓Spaghetti Con Polpette ✓Chicken Alfredo ✓Lasagna ✓Chicken Parmesan ✓Veal Parmesan ✓Chicken Marsala ✓Veal Marsala ✓Meatball ✓Linguine Aglio e Funghi ✓Pasta a la Vodka ✓Risotto ✓Pasta in Tomato ✓Pasta Salad

"Bellissimo Bistro offers many Italian dishes and specials inspired by their Calabria roots in a quaint European-style setting. The restaurant team serves brunch, lunch, and dinner in a modern setting. Brunch Menu is available on weekends. Bellissimo Bistro offers free wifi and outdoor seating facilities. Visit Bellissimo Bistro for the best dining experience. The restaurant offers a free parking area. The restaurant is the perfect place to dine in. They also offer catering services for all special occasions. Bellissimo Bistro is a locally owned and family-based restaurant. They offer gluten-sensitive and vegan-friendly options.

2026 Highlights: The Bellissimo family leverages their unique background to bring authentic Italian flavors specifically inspired by their ancestral roots in Calabria, Italy, directly to the local community of Newfoundland."

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Menu:

Pasta
Pasta Of The Day $25.00
Stuffed Pasta $28.00
Spaghetti Con Polpette
Chicken Alfredo
Lasagna $33.00
Antipasto
Tomato Bruschetta $16.00
Garlic Cheese Bread $16.00
Insalata
Insalata Mista $17.00
Caesar Salad $18.00
Caprese Salad $15.00
Chicken Pesto Salad $23.00
Sandwiches
Chicken Parmesan $25.50
Veal Parmesan $25.50
Chicken Marsala $27.00
Veal Marsala $30.00
Meatball $24.00
Prosciutto And Provolone $24.00
Soup
Zuppa Di Pollo $11.00
Combo
Three Piece Combo $21.00
Sandwich Combo $18.00
Two Piece Combo $15.00
Sides And Extras
Soup $10.00
Caesar Salad $10.00
Insalata Mista $9.00
Pasta In Tomato $11.00
Fresh Bread $2.30
Olive Oil Toasted Bread $3.00
Olive Oil And Balsamic $7.00

Contact:

(709) 221-3048

Tue-Sat: 11:30am - 9pm
Sun & Mon: Closed

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THE LITTLE SPARO

(4.6 Score)
2 Hill O’ Chips, Street,
St. John's, NL A1C 6B1 Directions

Since 2019

Specialities:

✓Rigatoni Bolognese ✓Cassarecce Pollo e Gorgonzola ✓Ricotta Ravioli ✓Gamberi Aglio e Olio ✓Pappardelle Carbonara ✓Bistecca ✓Risotto Maiale e Piselli ✓Pesce del Giorno ✓Sparo Muffaletta Burger ✓Tre Carni ✓Pesto and Verdure ✓Margherita ✓Izabela ✓Contadina ✓Seared Scallops ✓Side Seared Chicken Breast ✓Add Roasted Chicken Breast ✓Guanciale ✓Prosciutto ✓Side of Salad ✓Rigatoni con Pollo ✓Ricotta Agnolotti ✓Pappardelle allo Scoglio

"The Little Sparo aims to prepare pizza and pasta from scratch. The restaurant has a warm and clean kitchen area. They have a wide range of menus, which include pasta, pizza, salads, and appetizers. They use only fresh, sourced ingredients. The restaurant provides mouthwatering menus at reasonable prices. Their result is genuinely unique menus prepared in their kitchen. The restaurant is the perfect place to celebrate your occasions. The restaurant also provides kids' menus. They offer special features such as online ordering and dine-in options. The Little Sparo focuses on making pizzas and pasta from scratch, and loves adding a little contemporary spin. Zac is the head chef.

2026 Highlights: The authentic Italian dishes, traditional breads, and extruded pastas are specifically curated by Chef Steve Vardy."

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Menu:

Breakfast
Pasta
Rigatoni Bolognese $33.00
Rigatoni Con Pollo $32.00
Ricotta Agnolotti $34.00
Pappardelle Allo Scoglio $36.00
Pappardelle Carbonara $32.00
Pizza
Tre Carni $32.00
Margherita $25.00
Frutti Di Mare $33.00
Prosciutto & Arugula $29.00
Pepperoni $28.00
Funghi $28.00
Secondi
Bistecca $46.00
Salmon $35.00
Risotto Verde $32.00
Contorni
Five Seared Scallops $17.00
Four Seared Prawns $13.00
Seared Chicken Breast $14.00
Prosciutto Crudo $7.00
Brunch
Pasta
Rigatoni Bolognese $33.00
Rigatoni Con Pollo $32.00
Ricotta Agnolotti $34.00
Pappardelle Allo Scoglio $36.00
Pappardelle Carbonara $32.00
Pizza
Tre Carni $32.00
Margherita $25.00
Frutti Di Mare $33.00
Prosciutto & Arugula $29.00
Pepperoni $28.00
Funghi $28.00

Contact:

(709) 758-4252

Breakfast
Mon–Fri: 7am -10am
Sat–Sun 8am -2pm
Dinner
Daily: 5pm - 9:30pm

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EAST SIDE MARIO'S ST. JOHN'S REVIEWS

The atmosphere was lively and inviting. I was greeted with warmth and hospitality. Perfectly cooked pasta and the mouthwatering pizzas. The service was impeccable, with attentive staff ensuring that every need was met promptly. I can't recommend it highly enough! It's a must-visit for anyone craving delicious cuisine paired with outstanding service.

Very pleased with the quality of the food and service when I came here for dinner! When requests for menu accommodations are made, the staff responds with professionalism and grace. Even during a busy dinner rush, the restaurant was immaculate. The food is delicious and the staff is top-notch, so I would highly recommend dining here.

Went here for Father's Day, my dad really enjoyed the fish and chips and wine and I had the Canadian pizza which was delicious: Jordan was an excellent server! Definitely recommend.

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BELLISSIMO BISTRO REVIEWS

The most authentic Italian cuisine in St. John’s! A beautiful Saturday in June in Newfoundland and the ambiance is such you can imagine yourself in the home country. The mussels in wine/ tomato sauce were fantastic and the bruschetta is always fantastic. Thank you to Katie for excellent service .

Delicious food, cozy atmosphere and excellent service. We ordered the deluxe bruschetta as an appetizer + the carbonara pasta and chicken parmesan sandwich as mains. Took a lovely tiramisu latte to go as well. Will definitely be back on our next trip to town!.

The food was delicious! Had the gnocchi special of the day was so good. Sever recommended a nice white wine to accompany. The Tiramasu was a little dry. Good Service and food will definitely be back!.

THE LITTLE SPARO REVIEWS

I had a number of amazing experiences dinning at the Little Sparo for breakfast. The ingredients are high quality and delicious. Our waitress was super attentive and kind, and the overall atmosphere was great. The view from the restaurant is fantastic, overlooking St. John’s harbour. It can be a little pricy for breakfast, but if that’s not an issue for you, definitely check this place out! P.S. the jam that they serve with the bread is AMAZING!.

So the apps came and were amazing. I usually don't enjoy scallops but really enjoyed them here. In house made pasta and such great service. Fabio the manager is like no other. His hard work is shown in the quality of the place. Definitely a must try.

Love the place, delicious food and great service. Daria and Olena were very professional and friendly. Highly recommend checking out the restaurant.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

EAST SIDE MARIO'S ST. JOHN'S Total Inspection Points: 120/120
Table Reservations: 10
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Study: 10
Videos: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

BELLISSIMO BISTRO Total Inspection Points: 113/120
Contact Info: 8
Business Hours: 9
Complete Info: 9
Current Evaluation: 9
Reviews Accuracy: 9
Reviews Study: 9
Menu Images: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Videos: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

THE LITTLE SPARO Total Inspection Points: 111/120
Experience: 7
Current Evaluation: 8
Reviews Study: 8
Business Hours: 9
Complete Info: 9
Menu Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10

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