Mare E Monte Italian Restaurant (San Antonio)

I had a very good experience dining here is hard to find and authentic and delicious Italian place. From the appetizer to the main course and the big selection of wines everything was perfect. Waiter was very helpful explaining the dishes and recommending wines to go with the main dish. We had the lamb chops best dish in my opinion with some red wine. The cheesecake Biscoff for dessert was just perfect to finish our night. I recommend this place for a nice romantic dinner or for the whole family. Parking lot is kinda small at the front but there's more space in the back. Reservation is not required but it will save you some time.

They don't take reservations but they do have an online wait list. While waiting outside, the owner came out and spoke to each and every waiting customer, apologized for the wait and offered water. The most impressive part of all this is that he brought the water out himself. Once seated, our server came over almost immediately to take our orders. The complimentary bread was delicious! Hot and fresh. All the food orders came out in a timely manner and were absolutely delicious! The calamari was crisp and not chewy. Seasoned very well and the marinara was great. I had the gnocchi bolognese. The gnocchi was pillowy and cooked perfectly and the bolognese was so flavorful. It was definitely worth the wait to get in and I left fully understanding why so many people were there.

A very nice and well-kept restaurant. The first thing that catches your eye is the wall with the wine selection. The welcome is very friendly, and finally, the tables have tablecloths, just like in real Italian restaurants. Excellent wine selection, both by the glass and by the bottle. The menu offers a good selection of Italian dishes. The pasta is cooked al dente, with excellent ingredients. The Caprese, although a reinterpretation, is very tasty and delicious, prepared with top-quality ingredients. All the staff are truly friendly, they make you feel right at home. Thank you so much.

The food was absolutely Amazing! But the service was even better! The owner greeted and talked to every table or person waiting and welcomedus HOME! He played with our son who loved him! Our 2yr old reached for him and he asked permission to walk him around so we could finish our meal (and have a moment alone). He was so kind to everyone! We will definitely be returning and telling everyone about this great place!

I am a foodie, I take this very seriously. I travel to nearby cities exploring food, when I stumbled upon this place I had to give it a go, so I did. This is hands down the best Italian restaurant in the city, and trust.. I have been to the highest rated restaurants in town. This blew me away, the attention to detail, you will be taken care of the entire time from start to finish. The staff was extremely attentive and kind. Prince really made this one of a kind experience as he checked in on us to ensure we were absolutely pleased the entire time. Best customer service in town, the wait time was almost non existent, my water never ran low(and I drink a lot of wayer) the food was absolutely amazing I’m at a loss for words I’m bringing my entire family for my birthday next month. This is a must. 100000/10

This place made me feel like home. The service that our waiter Joe provided was amazing. I have to say this is probably the best Italian restaurant I’ve been to. The food the service the atmosphere was just amazing. The owner was very welcoming and greeting all his customers. I have to say this is the first time I’ve seen any restaurant be so traditional like I was eating with family members. You have to try this place.

Now I Understand Why They Have a 4.9 Rating! The salad alone was so fresh and flavorful that I could have easily made it my main course. The fish and risotto were perfectly prepared, with rich flavors that simply melted in your mouth, and my husband’s lamb chops were cooked to absolute perfection. The service was exceptional — warm, attentive, and genuinely professional. Every staff member greeted us with kind smiles, checked in often, and even held the door as we left. It was an experience that made us feel truly valued. We will 100% be returning — an outstanding dining experience from start to finish!

We had an appetizer, 2 different entrée, and a desert and all were delicious! The staff was friendly and attentive and the owner made sure everything was to our liking and made the environment very comfortable and welcoming. There were multiple options for wine either by the glass or bottle for red, white, and rose/sparkling options.

I had been wanting to visit Mare e Monte for some time now and I am so happy I did! Our server Joe was incredible, friendly, and knowledgeable. We visited for my birthday today and the welcoming staff and amazing food made for the perfect afternoon. I ordered the Gnocchi Bolognese with a meatball and it was a perfect combination of textures and flavors. We each ordered different items and every dish was prepared with attention to detail and flavorful artistry. You can taste the quality and intention in each dish. We tried the asparagus fries, adriatic shrimp, and meatballs to start (not pictured as they were devoured), several dishes pictured below, and topped off with the cannolis. I highly recommend Mare e Monte as the service, ambiance, and food is some of the best I have encountered in a long time!

Great food great atmosphere great service My new favorite restaurant in San Antonio area

By far one of the top restaurants in SA! Highly recommend the Sole and lobster ravioli. The owner truly makes you feel at home here.

From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere sets the tone--warm, inviting, and full of energy. The staff couldn't be friendlier, making you feel less like a guest and more like family. Now to the food: the calamari is perfection. Lightly crisped on the outside, tender inside, and seasoned just right--it's easily one of the best I've ever had. The pork chop was a true standout--juicy, flavorful, and cooked with a perfect sear that locks in every bit of flavor. You can tell real care went into every detail. Between the amazing dishes, welcoming environment, and genuinely great people, this is the kind of restaurant you can't wait to come back to.

Awesome experience. Great food, great atmosphere, great people, and did I say great food. The owner is very active, loves America and the service is top notch!

We chose this place because it had a 4.9 rating but didn't read the part that the wait is long on the weekends. We were initially told that the wait would be about 30-40 minutes. By the time we were seated, it was a little over an hour. The owner came outside while we were waiting and introduced himself. He handed one of the guest a can of bread for waiting, similar to what's on the picture. She then passed it around to us. The bread was delicious. We were seated. The place is small so it's very cozy. The table to the left and right were fairly close to us. It was still nicely presented though. Our waiter was very nice and attentive. Provided good suggestions. I had the lamb chops, medium rare. The flavor was good but it was mostly fat on the bones though. It was good nonetheless. I had a side of pasta. Our waiter suggested on pairing it with the spicy marinara and I chose spaghetti noodles. It was delicious. I would definitely come back.

This place is located in a strip mall. The parking appears to be sufficient. If you arrive during a busy time, go in and put your name down. They use Yelp to manage their waitlist, and in the mean time, see if you can snag a seat outside and peruse through the cookbooks that they have available. There are some interesting ones. Once you are called inside, go forth, and be seated at the table they assigned you. You'll be offered after and bread, and you'll look through their menu. We opted for: Carciofi al Tartufo -- grilled artichokes with prosciutto, mozzarella, olives, and some white truffle oil. It came as a three set. However, one of the artichokes was inadequately prepared (e.g. the tough fibrous portion was still very present), so presented an unpleasant eating experience. Also, while the combination worked, sorta, the flavor was overall uninspiring. Ravioli Mare e Monte -- lobster ravioli? Don't get lobster ravioli from here. Lacking in flavor and in lobster filling. The meatball was very nice though. Gnocchi Bolognese -- gnocchi had a good soft texture, but the bolognese needs some salt control. This was a salty dish. A burrata is always fun, as are the extra meatballs. Too bad we didn't order meatballs. Their meatballs are quite good. We were here on Mother's Day. So the place was loud and busy. But the decor was nice. And the cookbooks outside are a nice touch. The chef (or one of the chefs) saw us and a few other guests off, and did apologize for the longer time it took for the food to come out. Since all the dishes we ordered had problems with their preparation and execution, including a long delay, I unfortunately cannot provide a middling review to this place.

Went back for lunch today with my colleagues and we got them all hooked from the moment we walked in the door. Prince, it was delicious and the whole place was flooded with warmth and hospitality! Thank you for the amazing hospitality, excellent service, and loving care with each dish. Melaniaa- absolutely phenomenal service! Truly top notch! You are an absolute rockstar! I asked you to pick my food for me, trusted your judgement, and you did not disappoint! The lamp chops were perfectly cooked and bursting with flavor. Thank you!

I came here by myself on a Saturday around 8:30 pm. This place came recommended by the San Antonio Restaurant group on FB, so shout out to them! I was seated promptly upon entering. The service was efficient and kind. There were so many intriguing options on the menu, but I decided to go with the Pollo e Monte. The food was excellent. It had a really nice twist on conventional Italian food, and I appreciated it. The owner came to my table multiple times to make sure I was taken care of. Sometimes when eating alone, I get ignored by the service, but I appreciated that I was getting the same amount of attention as other tables regardless of how many are at the table. I'm definitely coming back the next time I'm in town! I would love to try their desserts.

Went here for date night / bday dinner ! Amazing food and service! Everything we had was delicious

I really liked this place. Had not heard of it but was then invited to a birthday party here. Very happening place- good energy and flow! People were extremely nice. Wait staff was engaging and owner stopped by! Food was very good! Classic Italian with a twist that was good. TRY THE ASPARAGUS APPETIZER! My steak was good and my wife's ravioli was excellent. Good bread, too. Check it out!

This past Saturday, we visited @mareemonte for lunch. It was nice to see Prince welcoming all the guests as usual. Aram was our server, who cared for us from start to finish. Dad had the Lasagne al Forno. He seemed to enjoy it, though it was tough for him to finish by himself. I tried the Orecchiette Di Terra with spicy sausage and thick tomato sauce. Yum! I also had to take my leftovers home. Hubby had the Sole Oregenata, which I've had before. He finished every single bite. We were full and had no room for dessert. Prince was kind enough to send 2 desserts home with us (Cheesecake with blueberries and Tiramisu). I've been rationing the desserts and slowly enjoying them. Thank you, Prince! Your place always feels like home away from home. If you haven't tried @mareemonte, you should run, not walk, to visit soon!

I watch Texas Eats interview with the owner of this establishment and was impressed. So it was our wedding anniversary and I told my wife we're gonna check out a new restaurant. Let me tell you the waitress Salma was awesome and very helpful. We ordered the calamari and the Adriatic shrimp, oh my that dish is sooooo delicious! The owner (Prince) kept making us feel at home and we appreciated that. We ordered the Pollo Bronx Parmigiana and the Sole Oregenata. Both of these dishes were superb with a tasty flavor. We really enjoyed the atmosphere and food, we will be back for sure!

What a fantastic meal!!! We started with the artichokes ( Carciofi al Tartufo ) for an appetizer. I loved these so much. Each bite of artichoke with crispy prosciutto and mozzarella... yum! My hubby ordered the (Bistecca) the NY Strip. His meal had fettuccine with spinach. The steak was cooked to perfection and the pasta was buttery creamy good. He ordered two sides, the mushrooms and the duck fat potatoes. DELISH I ordered the Pasta al Nero! Wow I've never had a black pasta before. I was very excited to try it . This meal did not disappoint. I did add extra shrimp . I will definitely be going back!

Enjoyed my meal at Mare e Monte. The place was beautifully decorated and elegantly lit. Staff was incredibly attentive, and very eager to please. Food was good; a bit on the pricey side. Portions were great. The owner introduced himself, was incredibly friendly, and recommended some good wines. However, I have to say I wasn't blown over. Food was a bit on the bland side, pasta sauce was grainy, and our waiter interrupted our conversation too many times. They also came and saying happy birthday to a friend and offered her a free vanilla ice cream, which was very tasty. I completely understand being attentive to the table, but this was a bit over. Overall, this restaurant left a good impression, and I would definitely come back to try some other offerings.

Beautiful restaurant inside with little lamps on each table to set the right moody setting. The owner made us feel right at home and was very attentive. He worked extra hard to ensure everything was up to standards. Our server was very sweet and changed out our silverware in between appetizers and entrees. There was not a moment that she didn't make sure the food was right, no empty plates were in sight, and complimentary bread was always refilled. Very great service and dining environment. Coming from Houston to check out this place, it didn't really surprise us. The food was decent but not anything to rave about. The mashed potato was a little bland and we wished that it came with a garnish. We had to send a steak back as it was over cooked and chewy. My favorite appetizer was the asparagus fries, it was seasoned and cooked perfectly with the perfect amount of crunch. Overall a great dining experience but the food left us feeling more to desire.

I looked up on google "Italian near me" and this was the first to pop up. It has a 4.9 rating, I read through and decided to go for it. WOW! I am so glad we went here today. The food is what dreams are made of! We had the artichoke app, the lasagna, the Brooklyn chicken parm (I think that's what it was called) and dessert. Tiramisu and blueberry cheesecake! Our food arrived hot, steaming hot actually, tasted fresh and was delicious. We met the owner who came to our table twice to check on us. What a treat this was. We are only here on trip to watch our daughter play volleyball but if we lived here, we'd come every week! Oh and the sourdough that comes to the table was great too! The vibe inside was pleasant. White table cloths, medium/heavy forks which I like, staff were all attentive. We were not dressed up and felt fine to go here for lunch. Thanks!

Another 5 star visit. This time for Sunday lunch. We were greeted like family and assured that the team was there to help us have a wonderful meal. This put us at ease and we appreciated the commitment to customer service. Everything was delicious and my partner loved the spicy flavor of the Bronx chicken dish. I took a chance on the Sole, thinking it would be a thin filet. But it was thick and came on a wonderful bed of risotto. This is a great place for a fine dining experience with a heart.

I have been dying to visit this place since seeing videos of delicious looking food on TikTok. Sometimes viral videos turn out to be hyped up but this was not the case. The people are all so welcoming- from the host the moment you step in, the attentive wait staff, to the owner who visits your table and makes you feel like family, to being thanked as you walk out. The food was AMAZING! Large portions of mouth watering food that far exceed my high expectations. We have our next meals already planned out and we can't wait for our next visit!!

Food and service was 10/10. Our serve Joe was great company and made sure we had everything we needed! 10/10 would recommend

The great thing about this place is...no reservations! Went on a double date on a Friday for dinner and the place was lovely and packed to the brim. The owner was there holding the door open for us. He sincerely apologized for the wait but we had much to catch up on with our group. We waited 30-45 for our table but it was worth it. Some couples were dressed nice, others very casual(think hoody with a baseball cap). The food was delicious! Tried the black pasta and had a try of my gf's gnocchi. The waiter tended to us and our every need. He was great even made a great suggestion on the wine bottle we split. There is a TV at the bar if that's more your cup of tea. The blueberry cheesecake is one of the best cheesecakes in town! Come give it a try!

This was such a great experience, especially for someone who is gluten-free. The owner remained in the dining room greeting Everyone and the staff was very knowledgeable about the wine and the food.

Best food and even better people there! Our favorite place. Love literally everything on the menu.

The food is incredible. We have settled on the sole as our favorite dish here. The service is excellent. Everyone is very friendly, the owner is very welcoming. We are going back again this evening. The inside is small but charming.

Celebrated a birthday lunch for my husband and Joe was the best, he made our first experience at this restaurant amazing. The food was so fresh and delicious! Highly recommend this amazing restaurant and best staff!

Delicious!! We had four different dishes and two desserts including the cheesecake with blueberry sauce. Everything was exquisite. We will gladly be back. The owner is so welcoming and kind, our waiter was so attentive.I love how they keep the tables clean, the decoration is so beautiful, ia busy night but it still felt intimate. Fettuccine di Parma

Second visit and it was even yummier than the first. Lots of operational things have improved since their opening and there's a real wine list now (see pic). Ordered the artichoke appetizer, which was so savory. The truffle oil is very light and doesn't overwhelm the marvelous artichoke umami. Beware the addictive complimentary bread and delicious olive oil. It will fill you up. We also ordered an eggplant parmesan for the table. I highly recommend doing this. So good! The sole was tender and moist and luscious. I like mild tender fish. To be fair not everyone at our table likes that type of fish (ie the calamari people) but I loved it. The calamari was well prepared and well seasoned. It could have used more crisp to the exterior though. The chicken Parm was excellent and far more interesting than your typical dish. The service was very attentive. I appreciated our server bringing an ice bucket for the white wine. Not many places still make that effort. Water glasses, ice tea, and wine glasses were kept filled. They make a very nice attempt at fine dining service that is uncommon for a reasonably priced strip mall restaurant. Definitely a dining bang for the buck here. Better service than many restaurants that are twice the price. They make you feel special. Highly recommended.

Two days of visiting.. lunch and then dinner. Yes, it was that good. However, it is an experience. The staff and owner are super nice, very accommodating, and timely. We enjoyed the quaint location decorated for the holidays. The owner is involved and spends time with each table. He was a joy to talk to. The food was over the top amazing. The table ordered lamb chops, Pollo Bronx Parmigiana, Pollo al Marsala, Pasta al Negro and more. Everyone absolutely loved what they ordered.

Great place that is bigger on the inside than it looks on the outside. Very busy at lunch time also. Very knowledgeable waiter Joe who made great recommendations. Food was tasty and staff were all attentive and friendly. Lots of people must come here for birthday celebrations because staff all sang Happy Birthday to various tables bringing a slice of birthday cake.

Great restaurant experience. Excellent service Kind people Great food! There was nothing left for pictures!!

Decided to try this restaurant after it was recommend to us, & it was delicious! The staff were super nice & we were able to get seated right away. The atmosphere & restaurant itself is very pleasant. The food was delicious! The artichoke appetizer was different & very good! The chicken Parmesan was cooked perfectly & tender. Will easily be coming back here!

Incredibly friendly staff (held the doors for us, thanked us for dining there) and delicious food! Will be coming back to try more!

Food was 8.7/10 Gluten free accommodating Service was 10/10 our server was attentive and food came out in a timely fashion The owner Prince was so nice and polite and friendly told us his background and heritage. He made a point to introduce himself to everyone in the restaurant and describes as your home. Would definitely come back again. Really nice inside and comfortable. 10/10 recommend!!

I had came here for my birthday and as soon as we stepped in, we immediately noticed a huge wave of welcoming and positive vibes! The owner immediately greeting us and telling us how grateful he is that we chose Mare e Monte for our special dinner. The dim lightning and cute table lamps definitely allowed to set the mood into a very relaxing and romantic vibe that definitely elevated the whole experience. I ordered the Fettuccine di Parma and it has a really nice taste to it, the sauce was on the watery/thin side but other than that, no complaints! For dessert we got the orange tiramisu (not pictured due to devouring it within seconds) and it was such a unique flavor with a perfect mix of citrusy and the coffee/cream flavor of the tiramisu. Throughout our visit, the owner did come up to us multiple times to check up on us as well as everyone else in the restaurant, that was definitely such a nice gesture and definitely sets this place apart from others in that sense.

Outstanding service and delicious food. Excellent price-to-portions as Mare e Monte strives to satisfy your appetite. I had to try appetizers, main course and dessert. Their Italian cuisine is delicious and gives me a sense of fine dining... but with bigger portions. They' were in the process of getting their ABC certification so bring your wine until then. They'll pair your wine with their menu items. 4 stars for my initial experience here. Their 5th star is coming as soon as they offer their wine selection... of course this is after they get the ABC certification. The owner takes pride in his business. I'm sure his wine list will not disappoint.

This is our 3rd trip to this fabulous restaurant. We both had new dishes so I needed to report. Had a doctor appt off Spurs Lane, so this is so convenient for lunch. We could pick our table so we grabbed the table under the moon. Why had all the other people not taken this table ???? They also have a new map on the wall. Great place - High ceilings, quiet, great service. Since we had 1.5 hour drive home, we started with unsweetened iced tea. Very good, crisp, clean. Warm crusty bread with dipping sauce served. Now the new dishes. The wife had the lobster ravioli. A nice taste of lobster and the sauce was not over whelming. She enjoyed 6 or so and took 3 raviolis home. The pork chop caught my eye last time so that is what I ordered. It must have started over an inch thick and butter flied. It was huge so took half home. It was so tender and topped with fig jam and pecans. Served with a greens salad. So good. You need to come and eat this! Service so good. Prince the owner talked to us. So nice. He told us that everything was fresh. No walk in freezer. 4 Sous chefs on duty in the kitchen. Very good prices for the servings. We will have a delicious dinner again tomorrow. Great Italian in San Antonio.

Highly recommend this spot. We came here to celebrate my best friends birthday and immediately felt like a guest of honor with how friendly and welcoming the staff is. It's not on their menu, but my friend ordered the carbonara and it's amazing, ask for it, they'll make you anything. Another friend ordered the Bronx Pollo Parmesan and wow, I was so impressed with the flavor of the chicken. I ordered chicken with goat cheese and red peppers with a side of potatoes cooked in duck fat, guys, everything was amazing, the food was delicious. We also had the calamari, its spicy hut add some Parmesan cheese and it balances it out. It also had sliced garlic and it just added that extra texture plus flavor. For dessert, highly recommend the blueberry cheesecake, one of the best I've had. It's been on my mind since and I will be returning. The decorations inside are beautiful, love the decor.

Went for lunch with some friends who were craving Italian food. Had heard about this place and decided to give it a go. Service - Excellent. Checked up us often and quick to refill tea, patient while we visited. Didn't feel rushed at all which was nice. Ambience - clean, comfortable with linen and cloth napkins. It's always the little things that make a difference. Not noisy so we didn't need to shout at one another. Another little thing! Food - I got the Sole served over an asparagus and spinach risotto. Fish was excellent but the risotto needed another 45 seconds to finish. A bit too al-dente? Wife got the Caesar salad with shrimp and loved it. Friend got the chicken parm and loved it. Owner was social, interesting and very pleasant! Definitely will go back again to try something different!

We went on New Year's Eve and there was a wait, it was so busy, however hostess and even owner touched base with us on several occasions to make sure we were up to date with parties that were leaving! Chicken Parmigiano is my go to, and I was hesitant on the "bronx" style but this dish was Exquisite!!! Absolutely my new favorite!!! Bread was fresh and warm! Potatoes were so tasty!!! This is smaller, quaint restaurant perfect for date night or friends wanting to catch up!

Another fab meal here!! This place never disappoints.From the moment u step in till the munute u leave the whole staff is amazing. Every dish we have had is perfect. My go to is the chicken parm and hubs is the steak with alfreado/spinach.. and of course have to get the tiramisu..def a must try!!

The food was fantastic, the vibe is amazing, the waiter was efficient, at times though, we were a party of 13, our waiter was on point, I had the seafood risotto, I think the pieces of seafood should be cut a tad bigger, I had to "fish" around for the seafood, great flavor though, the calamari was perfectly crisp, and very delicious, so meatballs appetizers were good too, great texture and flavor, oh and FYI if you pay with cash it's at $10 less, versus using your card

The atmosphere is very nice, with welcoming staff, traveling through town and found this on yelp and gave it a try and it did not disappoint. Would recommend to all who are just searching yelp to stop by and try this place!

Great dinner tonight- I had the Sole and it was amazing! Service was excellent will definitely go back!

This is a really enjoyable place to have a meal. This is one of those places that blur the line between fine dining and casual dining. However, when you first walk in, you are welcomed like you were coming home for a meal, which is very nice in my opinion. We chose this place because we were in the area and we were taking my wife's Aunt out for her recent birthday. It was a lunch that was well spent spending time talking and catching up, much like a family meal should be. No electronics and such. The decor is very cozy. The moon on the back wall is super cool and the books make it very comfortable for me. Think of it as a cozy place to have a meal. Our server, Jase, while looked super young was a pro. My wife hesitated in asking him to recommend a wine from the list and I immediately felt he could without hesitation. And he did with flying colors! The wine he chose was very tasty for a Cabernet in the early afternoon. A full body aroma, yet light taste. We ordered our different meals. I had the Bronx chicken parm, my wife had the sole with scallops with creamy risotto and our Aunt had the chicken marsala with veggies. Everything was tasty and the temperature of the food was great. In different types of dishes, it's hard to really keep the temp on certain dishes due to cooking times, but it was perfect. The taste of the sole and scallops with risotto was super light and creamy. Very well done with the scallops, which were perfect as a compliment to the dish. Yes it's extra, but worth it. My chicken parm was a surprise. I am a New Yorker and have high expectations on certain dishes and this is one of them. Very few local restaurants make a good chicken parm and this one was a different version that I actually really enjoyed! I mean jalapenos under the parm?? Oh pleasantly surprised by the pop of slight heat. But be warned for people who do not like spicy stuff. But for me it was very well done. The chicken was lightly breaded, cooked and seasoned very well. I personally would have liked a bit more tomato sauce, but I get the combo of the dish, the creamy pasta under the chicken parm made up for it. So much so, that I want to come back to just have pasta. Dessert is also a thing without family where if the food is beyond our initial expectations, a dessert is a required meal. I had the cannolis and my wife had the tiramisu. We took home a slice of cheesecake for our daughter. The cannolis were delish. I wanted a bit more chocolate chips, but that's a minor gripe and personal preference. The tiramisu was the winner in my book. The light creamy texture with the slight coffee taste was great. I really enjoyed tasting that as well. My daughter had the cheesecake and she enjoyed that as well, but she mentioned it was kind of cakey at the outside portions, but that is what you get for homemade desserts. So all in all, a great time and great atmosphere with great food and service. All the pillars of a great place to enjoy a comfortable meal. We will be coming back!

It's been months since Ive been. Food is still delicious. Service always on point. If you didn't know, like i didn't until my second order of GF dipping bread, they now charge. The waiter informed me when I asked for a second order of bread for the meatballs I had ordered. Thinking maybe $5 each order, nope $8. I get it cost more to make pizza thin dipping bread. Definitely won't make that mistake again.

I've seen this restaurant recommended multiple times on multiple pages I finally tried it out for myself. The food was delicious, packed with flavor. I had the Bronx Pollo Parmigiana, chicken was cooked to perfection.. topped with the vodka sauce... yumminess overload!! Don't leave there without trying the White Chocolate Strawberry Tiramisu, very delicious perfect amount of sweetness. The restaurant itself is super cute and cozy. Very welcoming atmosphere. What stood out the most on this visit was the amazing service. From the moment we walked in we were greeted by the staff and promptly sat down. The owner Prince came over to the table when we arrived and made sure all was ok. He checked on us multiple times while we were there. As we were finishing he came over sat down and chit chatted for a while. Will definitely be back to try out some more dishes. Give them a try if you haven't yet. Other items pictured that we tried : * Ravioli Fritti * Shrimp Oreganata * Pollo Alla Picatta (the lemon butter sauce was so delicious )

4.25 stars. I'm with the Yelpers on this one; Mare e Monte is fantastic. In fairness, I've been all of one times but that visit was enough to convince me that had I continued to live in this city, Mare e Monte would be on the short list for semi-casual favorites. I say semi-casual because the dining room has white cloth and the servers dress up really nice but you really don't have to follow suit. I was in my regular short sleeve dress shirt and jeans and definitely did not feel out of place. The location itself is a bit off-putting as it's just a random strip mall center. But come inside and you'll immediately forget that. Initially, they give you some bread and olive oil like many Italian places around San Antonio, and like most of their competitors, it is quite good and difficult to avoid if you happen to be cutting carbs. You've been warned. We dove into with the shrimp oreganata for an appetizer which is essentially Mare e Monte's version of the classic "shrimp Paesano" at Paesano's. It is tough to pick a favorite between those two dishes although Mare e Monte's version features a little less acidity than the locally famous dish at Paesano's. Appetizer versions are about a dollar difference so it's really kind of the same experience except I like the ambiance and service quite a bit better at Mare e Monte. While I liked the shrimp oreganata enough on its own, it was my main dish that was truly the star of the show. I ordered the "Pollo Scarpariello" which also features butter and wine (just like the shrimp oreganata) but instead pairs it with chicken, sausage, and some spicy red peppers for good measure. Want to cut through some of that flavor? Mare e Monte has you covered by smartly pairing this dish with a roasted vegetable medley. I would definitely order this over and over again. It was absolutely delicious. Reasonably priced places with excellent Italian food like Mare e Monte don't tend to exist in big cities across the country. San Antonio is blessed with more than a handful of these excellent places, and Mare e Monte still manages to shine just a bit brighter than almost everyone else.

We read the reviews on this restaurant and saw it had 4.9 stars so we had to try it when our friend invited us to a party. All I can say is WOW!!!!!!! Superb, fantastic, mouth watering, are a few words that come to mind. For an appetizer we had the calamari with a sauce that comes with it. It was magnificent. For the main course I had Lamb Chop plate. It was cooked to perfection. Thank you for a wonderful experience.

My girlfriend and I visited from out of town for my eye surgery. This place is a godsend. EVERYTHING was incredible!! Prince, the owner, runs the restaurant with flawless efficiency. It's nice seeing him walk around checking up on people and chatting with them! He's hard to miss; he's very tall with a contagiously outgoing and sweet personality. The veal and tiramisu were TO DIE FOR. If you're traveling and get the chance, do yourself a favor and eat here. You will not be disappointed. Ask for Gabriela; she's the sweetest server in the world! We're extremely satisfied with our visit; PLEASE let this establishment flourish for many years to come!