Da Mario in Wijk 1 Binnenstad

The food was delicious, the pasta was great, and the shrimp was fresh, but the wait was too long.

We had a delicious meal there. From starter to dessert. It was just right how busy it was on a Saturday evening. We got along well without raising our voices. Our meat was perfectly prepared and our bottle of wine was served deliciously cold with a cooler.

The pizzas here are really very good! Nice airy and crispy crust. The service is always friendly and welcoming. Highly recommended.

Really good taste specially salmon pasta and tuna pizza were the best

Well-known restaurant in Deventer. It was actually a bit disappointing. It is strongly set up to sell every table three times or more per evening. That is fine, but that is not how you want to experience it as a guest. After ordering, the main course was on the table within a few minutes. As if the food had just been warmed up in the microwave. For wine advice, I was told to just look at the wine list – a missed opportunity. With more attentive service, many more drinks would have been sold to us anyway. The food was okay, but the price/quality/experience was out of balance.

Had a delicious meal! The food tasted good, the service was top-notch, and they anticipated what you want as a guest. One tip: the toilet is very narrow, and the hand dryer is not conveniently placed near the men's restroom. Otherwise, great!

We went here for a family dinner on Sunday. The restaurant was quite busy, which of course can happen, but unfortunately the overall experience was rather disappointing. We skipped the starters and only ordered mains. The pasta was nice, but the lasagna really wasn’t. The service didn’t make up for it either. Staff weren’t particularly attentive: the wine list was forgotten, then the wine itself, and in general they didn’t seem very proactive or accommodating. If you really can’t find anywhere else and don’t feel like cooking, this place will do. But don’t come expecting a culinary extravaganza — or, for that matter, a particularly authentic Italian dining experience.

We had a great meal with three people and enjoyed sitting on the terrace. The pizzas were tasty and the dessert was particularly delicious. The service was friendly and efficient. It is advisable to make a reservation, by the way.

When we arrived, we had to wait 15 minutes to be served, and everyone was served immediately and received a bread roll beforehand that we had never seen. We had the shrimp as a starter and received three shrimp for 15 euros. Then we had the pizza and the salmon pasta; the pizza was half-topped and the salmon was dry.

The food was very tasty and the atmosphere was good.

We had a delicious meal. Starter: salad with prawns and mushrooms, minced beef, and cheese. 3 pastas from the chef and Pizza Frutti di Mare. It was surprisingly good and tasty. We are tourists, but if we are in the area again, it is definitely worth repeating. Highly recommended.

Disappointed. The Pasta Gambaretti was overcooked tagliatelle with 4 mini shrimps floating in oil (see photo), the pizza was soggy, and the salad was without dressing, which we had to ask for ourselves. The white wine was lukewarm. A shame.

The pizza was delicious, the crust was just right.

We had a delicious meal last weekend. Two friends ordered the scampi. One portion of spaghetti was served alongside to share. Interestingly, the table next to us received the same dish, but one person there received the same amount of spaghetti as the two of us. We asked for an extra portion because otherwise, it wouldn't have been enough. However, the ‘extra’ portion of spaghetti was charged for as usual. Additionally, the bill initially listed two desserts from another table. These were politely removed after our comment. However, it later turned out that there was still one dessert too many on the bill, meaning we ended up paying too much. It's a shame, because the food was very tasty and the atmosphere was pleasant. With a little more attention to the bill, our experience would have been even better.

Worthless place. We made a reservation and indicated that we were coming with a dog (a small dachshund). We received a polite confirmation via email. When we arrived, we weren't allowed in; dogs aren't welcome. Lack of flexibility from the employee, so we went to eat elsewhere where the dog was welcome.

We had a delicious meal. It was busy, but the service didn't suffer!

The saltimboca was fine, but the pasta that came with it was almost cold and tasted as if it had been sitting under the warming lamp for a while.

Great food, nice service. Very cramped men's toilet; at least, when you stand, the dryer starts blowing into your back, and that is very unpleasant.

Lovely restaurant. Nice decor, a large terrace for good weather, efficient service, and a chef who knows his craft. We ate the lamb chops and the sea bream. Both were excellent. Only the house wine is available by the glass. It is fine, but a bit of choice would be nice. Prices are entirely reasonable.

We wanted to grab a quick pasta meal somewhere, as we didn't have much time. We checked reviews beforehand and Da Mario was highly regarded. It was very busy, but there was still a table available for us. Only for an hour, admittedly, but we didn't mind! A nice table, very atmospheric. The service was top-notch, the staff very friendly, there was a cozy, pleasant, relaxed atmosphere, and the food was delicious! If we are ever in the area again (and preferably when we have a bit more time), we will definitely come back!

The food was very tasty and the prices were perfectly reasonable. You can eat very nicely and comfortably both outside and inside.

The food was fine, it's just a shame that several pieces of the different types of fish were overcooked. Otherwise, the taste was okay. The dessert was delicious.

Not recommended for dog owners. We arrived with our small dog right after opening time at 4:45 pm, and although it was pouring rain and there were no other guests in the restaurant, we were only offered a table outside. We politely declined and found a table just a few meters away at a Greek restaurant. We obviously can't comment on the quality of the food. Not recommended for dog owners. We arrived with our small dog right after opening time at 4:45 pm, and although it was pouring rain and there were no other guests in the restaurant, we were only offered a table outside. We politely declined and found a table just a few meters away at a Greek restaurant. We obviously can't comment on the quality of the food.

Nice atmosphere. Good Italian cuisine and friendly staff.

Had a delicious meal in a pleasant atmosphere

We went with a group of 8 people and had a delicious meal. It is a cozy place and we were received nicely. Definitely recommended.

Tasty pizza. Always busy. We hadn't reserved, but we still managed to get a table. Friendly staff. Nice place.

Had a wonderful meal with top-notch service! Greetings from Harlingen

The food was delicious, the service friendly and fast. I will definitely come back again.

Busy location, reception by owner rushed and we did not feel welcome. Food reasonable, nothing special.

Prompt service. Wide selection. Parking a 5-minute walk away. Delicious food. Large selection of Italian cuisine, but also meat and fish dishes. From pizza to tournedos.

We ate here tonight and I can say that we have never been in and out of a restaurant so quickly. We ordered tagliatelle with salmon and lasagna. It was on the table within 10 minutes. The salmon in the pasta was hard, as if it had been fried before. The lasagna tasted terrible and had nothing to do with lasagna. It was a soggy mouthful on a plate and it was more béchamel sauce than anything else. There was no minced meat or vegetables to be seen and the lasagna sheets were so thin that you couldn't taste them. There was hardly any tomato sauce, a disgrace to Italian cuisine. When asked if we were finished, I indicated that it wasn't tasty. I should have said so earlier, but there wasn't a chance because we hadn't been eating for long. They asked if we wanted the dessert menu; no, thank you very much. After this experience, we were done with it. The bill followed and we had to pay for everything, a bit of a shame. There must be better Italian restaurants in Deventer. This restaurant shouldn't call itself an Italian restaurant.....

We had a great meal... But that boy with blond hair🏳️‍🌈 is so arrogant and unfriendly. It's a shame this had to spoil a pleasant evening.

In the heart of one of the most beautiful cities in the Netherlands. Very friendly service, making for a lovely evening out. A wood-fired pizza oven! I didn't order a pizza, though… It certainly wasn't bad, but I had just imagined something a little higher.

The service is excellent! Especially Merdan!

The food was delicious, but the welcome was subpar: the rude doorman made me wait outside in the cold for five minutes because I didn't know my granddaughter's name. You don't do that to an 80-year-old in winter!

We hadn't made a reservation on a Saturday, but we were still seated at a table where people arrived later. As a result, we were served incredibly quickly. The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable.

Last Wednesday, I went here for dinner with my girlfriend, hoping to make our day special. Unfortunately, that didn't work out. If you enjoy good food, after this experience, I'd probably go to a snack bar before I go here again. I ordered the antipasti as a starter, which tasted mostly of olive oil. I think that's because there was a lot of olive oil on it. By the time we finished it, there was still a large amount of olive oil left. Afterward, I ordered the Italian braised meat, and my girlfriend ordered the pasta with mint pesto and prawns. It was actually just really bad. My braised meat wasn't braised at all; it was poor quality meat, or it had been braised hastily and at a high temperature. There were also a few vegetables. The vegetables were either poorly blanched or cooked under a heat lamp. And the carrots tasted exactly like canned carrots. My girlfriend's pasta was supposed to be creamy and taste like pesto. However, it was very dry on the outside, and the pasta strands were a bit hard and dried out. The center of the pasta was also incredibly hot, while the outside was much colder. All in all, I didn't mention it to the restaurant because it wasn't going to be made up for anyway, so I quickly went home.

We had a delicious meal here, and the service was professional and friendly. The decor is a bit dated, though.

Option to order two appetizers and a dessert as a three-course meal. This allows people who have undergone gastric bypass surgery to enjoy a three-course meal without having to throw half of it away. Excellent service, very tasty food.

We had a delicious meal at Da Mario. It was a lovely October evening and we were able to eat outside. We were the only ones there, though; the others sought out the warmth and bustle. We ate inside tonight. The food was excellent. The service was chaotic and under enormous pressure, and they deserve more respect.

Great service, good service and delicious Italian food.

We had a delicious meal at Da Mario yesterday. The service was friendly and prompt. The atmosphere was completely festive and cozy. The food was delicious, and we thoroughly enjoyed it. The Tiramisu (dessert) was a bit disappointing; we both thought it was a bit too cakey. But that shouldn't spoil the fun, we'll definitely be back.

A pleasant restaurant with ample space and a warm atmosphere. Our dishes were delicious. For 5 stars, please reduce the salt in the pasta that accompanied the dishes and cook the artichoke a little longer so it's edible.

Large Italian restaurant where, despite being busy, they still managed to find a table for four people. Service was quick and friendly. The pizza and pasta were excellent!

Delicious food and service is excellent!

We felt very welcome and enjoyed the delicious food.

Really nice experience for the reasonable price. I liked.

The food here is really great. I've been here several times now and it's always been really delicious.

First of all...we had a delicious meal!! Upon arrival, we received a warm welcome and upon departure, the same host treated us very well. Unfortunately, the other staff were more focused on themselves and each other than on the guests. They just kept up the standard routine of serving and collecting food, and the "tasty food" was barely enough. The food was also served very quickly; it wasn't a pleasant evening out; we were back home in no time. Despite the delicious food, we went home with mixed feelings. Until next time??? We don't think so.

We eat here often as a family of three, but what we experienced tonight... the receipt was wrong at the end, and a blond guy, a bit of a different kind, ended up being really rude and impolite. He told us not to shout and just act normal. I just calmly explained what was wrong on the receipt. He's having a bad day, but you can't treat customers like that.

Just had a delicious meal at Da Mario! We received a friendly welcome at the door, our coats were taken, and we were escorted to our table. Smooth service, friendly and knowledgeable staff. Excellent menu, with something for everyone. We had a wonderful evening and left feeling full and satisfied. Highly recommended.

We ate here with friends yesterday, and everything was delicious! Starters: soup and carpaccio. Then we had meat, fish, and pasta, along with various desserts. The staff was friendly and helpful. We'll definitely be back. When I read the negative reviews about the thin pizzas, I think of the pizzas I ate in Italy: they were always very thin too! These people might just be used to frozen pizza from the supermarket.

Delicious food. Good price and nice atmosphere. Friendly service.

After paying for a delicious pasta and a drink, the owner followed me on the street to ask if I'd only come for a drink and not to eat. A remarkable experience.

Delicious food and friendly people. Highly recommended!

We ate at Da Mario yesterday. The quality was excellent. Full of flavor, fresh ingredients, and simply delicious! The ambiance is luxurious and therefore lacks the Italian charm, despite the open pizza oven in the restaurant. The restaurant has more the feel of a restaurant in trendy Milan than a trattoria in a small Italian village, while the outside impression is quite different. But that's mainly a matter of taste and expectations. Reservations are made quickly, so quickly that I realized that if it had taken a little longer, you'd feel more like the food was being cooked especially for you. This speed makes you feel like everything is already prepared. The service was formal but friendly, and at times even a bit condescending. One area for real improvement: the perfume of the waiters is slightly intoxicating. That's a real shame, because in an (Italian) restaurant, you mainly want to smell the kitchen. The latter is what earns the four stars and the five-star rating.

The food is delicious in deed we ordered the lobster and the fish. However the unpleasant thing happened. The menu said each main deal contains one portion of spaghetti and one salad. My friend and I ordered two meals and they only gave us one spaghetti and one salad so I asked them to gave us one more bc it contained in our meal. Then their explanation is they thought NORMALLY ppl can only finished one so they don’t want food be wasted. After we finished the meal and asked our bill to pay they put those spaghetti and salad as EXTRA to charge us money. I told them it’s unreasonable I won’t pay for that bc that should contain in the meal we ordered. In the final they didn’t charge those but I’m still feeling not happy. It’s kinda ruin my experience here. There is my suggestion: if u come with friends, u can sit in different tables, so u will get the meal u deserved and no more negotiation.

The food at Da Mario is always delicious. This time too

Based on the high Google rating (4.3) and the website description ("a Deventer phenomenon"), we decided to dine here on a Monday evening. Upon arrival, we were led to a table and told that we "probably wouldn't be staying that long, right?" because that part of the restaurant was already closing. This didn't exactly make us feel welcome. Unfortunately, the food was also somewhat disappointing. The "three pastas" my husband ordered were supposed to be served without meat, but one of them actually contained chicken. When we pointed this out, there was little reaction. My pizza tasted decent, but the crust was very thin and too greasy. All in all, the experience was disappointing, especially considering the expectations raised by the high online reviews.

Great food, fair prices and friendly staff, definitely worth repeating!

Delicious food, highly recommended!

We had a great pizza and delicious tiramisu. We called to ask if the dog could come along, and they reserved a quiet corner especially for us so she could join us. Friendly service too.

Terrible food. Low-quality ingredients. The salmon pasta tasted like old, soon-to-rot, fish. The pizza was dry and plainly bad. Got stomachache afterwards. Stay away!

Everything was just awful. They don't sell pizza, they just sell pancakes. That pizza was so thin you could see through it. I'm NEVER going back there again. The pizza was completely burnt. The Coke wasn't in the fridge, but in the oven because it wasn't hot enough. It's not April Fools' Day, is it?

If you've ever wanted to know what a lukewarm microwave pizza tastes like, Da Mario is the place for you. The waiter at Da Mario was so slow I thought he'd flown to Italy himself to pick up my order. When he finally returned, my pizza already had more wrinkles than my grandfather. I made more eye contact with the flies in the restaurant than with him. Seriously, if he'd waited another minute, I would have cooked my own pasta in the kitchen.

Delicious pasta and pizza. The waiters were very friendly and accommodating. The food tasted very good, and the wait time was also reasonable. The drinks were also good. We'd be happy to come back.

We dined here with our family last night and we loved the food! My sons gave it a 10 out of 10! The service was great; everyone was polite and helpful. (I think it was the owner) even kindly took our picture when we asked. Definitely recommended, and we'll be back!

We had delicious food. Three different pasta dishes. Friendly staff and a lovely terrace.

We made a reservation well in advance and arrived well before closing time (8:15 PM). We were rushed by two waiters within a minute, asking if we'd made our choice. Then the owner came over to us and asked if we could please hurry up and order because they wanted to go home. We felt completely unwelcome, and we'll never be back. It's a shame, as we'd heard good things about it.

We were able to dine outside on the terrace, in a beautiful location in the historic center of Deventer. The house red wine was delicious and of good quality. The young man who served us was very friendly. We enjoyed the delicious Italian cuisine! Highly recommended!

Pizza was black around the edge and difficult to cut

I don't recognize myself in the negative reviews, because our experience here was really good. It's true that the food is served quickly, but I don't see why that's a bad thing. If it takes too long, they have something to complain about, so the fact that it was delivered so quickly is actually a plus for me! The staff also let us talk things over calmly; they weren't as pushy as others in the reviews say. The service was friendly, and you get a free bread board with five slices of baguette, herb butter, and olives as a starter. There's a wide selection of food, although I did feel like pasta carbonara was missing from the menu for an Italian restaurant. Nothing wrong with that, it's just my own expectations. The reason for the 4/5 stars for me personally has to do with the pizzas. They were a nice size and certainly not bad in terms of flavor, but the dough was really thin (the base was similar to a tortilla wrap), and we felt they could have used a bit more tomato sauce. That's the only downside for us, because otherwise the price/quality ratio was good and the service was fast and friendly. The desserts were also very delicious. Upon leaving, we were wished a wonderful evening with a friendly smile. Definitely recommended!

"Da Mario" means "at Mario's." A nice name for an Italian restaurant. "Great, we're at Mario's, I'll probably talk to him tonight," you think. But... it's a bit different. I inquired and was told there's no Mario at this restaurant, and no other Italian either. Strange, because we're "at Mario's" here...? Or at least at an Italian, I hope...? So the story about this place doesn't add up. And the pizza wasn't right either. The wood-fired oven seemed fine, but the pizza itself, both in terms of the crust and the toppings, was clearly not from an Italian restaurant. You also won't find pineapple pizza anywhere in Italy, even though it's on the menu here. Oh dear... By the way, the pizza was delivered before the drinks; so quickly that it felt strange. Afterward, we were asked if we were satisfied. I answered honestly. The waitresses were polite and courteous. The (presumably) owner came to our table shortly afterward and offered a few alternatives to eat, on the house. He handled that well. He clearly intended to please us, and he was persistent. I sincerely appreciate that. However, I declined. At Da Mario, you're not really at an Italian restaurant, but at a place where they try to carve beautiful belts from Italian leather.

I loved it. Staff was pleasant but they did seem to struggle with orders. They wanted to load of wrong orders at tables but it was not a problem for us to decline the dish they thought belonged to our table. We all enjoyed our food fully and it was a good experience. I also noticed nice gestures such as bread and olives being served all tables and at payment they deliberately turned their backs to show they are giving you privacy at paying. The bathrooms were clean. I feel like this was an all round good place and I feel they deserve a great grade.

In Deventer, there are plenty of Italian restaurants to choose from. Da Mario is a well-established name, and I've eaten there several times before. So the choice was easy. If you're looking for a special dish, this is the place to be! You won't find anything as creative as this... According to the menu, the lasagna should contain ham and ground beef. There were indeed some ground beef granules on top of the lasagna, but between the pasta, there was no ground beef or ham, but... slices of cooked sausage! Indeed, the kind from your sandwich. If you want to keep prices down, you might be able to make the portions a bit smaller, but putting cheap sausage in it instead of ground beef and ham is a mistake. The vegetarian pizza was "well-cooked" and not a cacophony of flavors (read: sparse toppings). Next time, I'll probably read the reviews first, even though it's a well-known place. Too bad.

The food was delicious AND the waitress was a fantastic hostess!! She offered me a child's portion because I'm not a big eater, which I thought was very kind.

Очень вкусно,быстрое обслуживание и чисто . Цены приятные,порцие большие, бутылочки с водой жаль маленькие. Рекомендую.

Deventer's trusted classic pizzeria. I used to come here often as a child, and I still love it. There are plenty of alternatives, but Da Mario is, in my opinion, the OG.

Went without reservation , still possible to get table. Food were fine. Many choices. Not too expensive. Really friendly and helpful staffs.

Delicious starters, nice pasta, good interaction with the service.

A cozy terrace and a great atmosphere on a Monday evening. Delicious pizza too, and desserts were easy to take away in a doggy bag.

Just pizza, just wine, just young service that is still very much focused on itself.

Toppi, a real Italian kitchen with top service, June 2025

Starter with 5 minutes at the table, main course follows within 5 minutes after serving and dessert within a minute. At 21:00 we are shown out of the tent. 21:30 the gentleman is at the table (unasked!) with a receipt, which then becomes 117, - the staff probably had better plans for the evening. Last time for me.

Delicious Italian food and drinks in a cozy atmosphere

Mediocre food, poor service. When order is taken, hands crossed in front of you. When you indicate that it did not really taste good, they seem to be used to it; accept the message and move on.

The staff present seemed unsympathetic. As if they didn't really feel like it. However, we didn't have to wait long to be able to order, but there were no other customers because we were early. The starter was reasonable but the calzone had little taste and content. Dough also thin, not as it should be.

Gave some feedback about a main course with different fish dishes; salmon was fried black, squid rings the standard from the fryer. Sole was tasty and prawns too. Had to ask for cutlery for both starter and main course. Starters arrived before the aperitifs. Then the big boss says that I should just pay what I think it's worth since everyone works so hard! I indicate that I find that a rather special way of approaching things... Indicated that I would like to pay for the drinks only. But suddenly had to pay €100 which he then had one of his employees withdraw directly... what a special incident... Being open to criticism is certainly not an option; and then especially be very brave... 😂

Unfortunately not suitable for people with walking difficulties. Wheelchairs could not/were not allowed to enter.

A good Italian in the center of Deventer

Despite the crowds we were kindly welcomed and against our (unjustified) expectations served very quickly. In no time we had our pizzas, after which we enjoyed a delicious dessert. Recommended!

An Unforgettable Family Dinner at Da Mario — Perfect Food and Wine Pairing Celebrating Special Moments with Authentic Italian Flavors at Da Mario

My family and I recently visited Da Mario and we had great meal. The atmosphere highly recommended. From moment we arrived we felt at home the staff was really friendly and the food was absolutely delicious.

لقدت قمت بزيارة المطعم الإيطالي بعدما سمعت عنه كثير وعن أكله لذيذ طعام جيد جدا وفريق عمل جيد !! مطعم جيد جدا لكل مناسبة وأيضا مجموعات كبيرة. ما يمكنني أن أوصي به هو scampi al forno

Lang geleden dat ik nog zo lekker gegeten heb, werkelijk alles klopte. En dan die prijs…. Niet te geloven. Ik wordt er zeer blij van

We thought it was great! Very diverse and friendly staff, delicious food with a free amuse and glass of water and despite the fact that it is a large restaurant, it is cozy and atmospherically decorated. Price-quality was great! We will definitely come back! Greetings from Maastricht!

Absolutely loved our experience at Da Mario! The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the service was attentive. Highly recommended spot!

It was a great experience,with lovely atmosphere, delicious plus tasty food and efficient service plus friendly staff.

Here you get the feeling that you will be taken out the door as quickly as possible, especially if you are with 2 people, the couple next to us also had the same feeling. While you are still eating your main course, it is already being cleared whether you want the dessert menu! Not customer friendly Quality and taste are not what we are used to from Italian cuisine! Looks more like a fast food restaurant here Can still learn a lot from Bella Roma regarding: *Customer friendliness and Time *Kitchen with very tasty authentic dishes and a wide choice of menu. *After your dinner, the owner will offer you a drink on the house. ! Forewarned counts for two!