This is one of the few places in Gainesville where patio seating does not mean sidewalk seating. The restaurant is located in the interior of the Thornebrook Villiage Shopping center, but in no way feels as if you are eating in a mall. It is actually quite tranquil. The wooden patio is surrounded by potted plants and trees and the... more

I was just introduced to Mario's Bistro during a Work Lunch. The Food was excellent, the porch was really a wonderful place to eat. I will defiantly be back. It's so had to find a place in Gainesville where the food is actually made to order and not prepackaged and reheated. more

Although the food will keep you coming back its atmosphere that makes Mario's worth a visit. Tucked back in thornbrook village you find a pleasant pedestrian based plaza unlike any other in Gainesville. This is particularly nice since so many of our better restaurants are downtown where parking can be annoying. It's also a great place for lunch. Here is... more

One of my favorite places in Gainesville, FL. Food is excellent, with generous portions. Excellent wine selection, with hard to find, and unusal wines. more

great outdoor seating and tapas menu. more

When the weather is pleasant and you're looking for casual, open air dining with decent wines and/or beers, Mario's is a great choice. Although there are a few tables inside, it's really all about the patio. Located in the interior courtyard of Thornebrook Village and shielded from streets and parking, the atmosphere is serene. We've been three times in the... more

Tucked away in Thornebrooke, this feels like a nice little escape from Gainesville proper. It's more about the wine than the food, but with "wine bar" in its name, I should have expected as much. Great atmosphere, should convert to fresher ingredients, but nice wine selection and friendly waitstaff. more

Small menu... I appreciate not having to read a book to choose a meal. Great wine list and good beers. The food was very good, I would definitely go back and try more! more

Hard to find, but great! I had the chicken panini and rosemary potatoes! more