Mare E Monti

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#7 of 489 Restaurants in WorcesterItalian, Sicilian, $$ - $$$

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Mare E Monti

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CUISINES

Italian, Sicilian, Southern-Italian

Meal types

Dinner

Special Diets

Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options

FEATURES

Full Bar

Highchairs Available

Reservations

Seating

Serves Alcohol

Table Service

Takeout

Valet Parking

Wheelchair Accessible

Location

19 Wall St, Worcester, MA 01604-3741

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Does this restaurant accept reservations?

Yes

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• Opens at 4:00 PM

Sunday

4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

4:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Wednesday

4:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Thursday

4:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Friday

4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Saturday

4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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Catering at its best

Oct 2024 • friends

We used Mare e Monte’s catering for a party we threw. The food was the best catered food I ever had. Working with Pina and Tiana was a delight. The full trays easily feed 10. I was never happier to have ordered too much. We have been having the leftovers for supper all week and will be sorely disappointed when they are gone. The porchetta was fabulous and was for $150 an incredible bargain. I think the riskiest dish you can order at an Italian restaurant is the eggplant parmigiana. It has to be cut thin, pressed, and fried being layered with delicious sauce and great cheese. Mare e Monte’s totally fit the bill and all loved it, even the people who don’t like eggplant. I hate being this enthusiastic because I fear this best kept secret will get out but if you want the best Italian catering in all of Worcester use Mare e Monte.

Written October 10, 2024

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Frank S

Westborough502 contributions

So yum

Feb 2023 • couples

Definitely the best Italian restaurant we’ve discovered in Worcester! The food was extremely tasty with very generous but not ridiculous portions. The chicken parm was great and the lasagna was rich, cheesy and delicious. We also tried the arancini and the lemon citrus cannolis for dessert and we were not mad about either of these choices. The cocktails were also excellent with some creative choices. The atmosphere is also very lovely with lit candles and a rustic and charming/classy Italian decor making it a great place for a date. The bill wasn’t too bad at all considering we had an appetizer, two cocktails, two generous entrees (my partner had quite a bit leftover but I was brave and ate everything) , a soda, and split a dessert. We also had very nice service from our waitress who was very kind and personable. We’ve been trying different Italian restaurants in the city but feel like we’ve found “the one” for Italian cuisine and will just return here from now on for our Italian needs. We just want to try everything on the menu and can’t wait to go back.

Written February 21, 2023

Debi M

198 contributions

Delicious dinner and wonderful date night!

Oct 2024 • couples

First time at this restaurant and lived up to our expectations! Got lucky and walked in early on a Saturday night and only had a brief wait however recommend reservations as the dining room gets busy quickly. Started with a baked goat cheese app from their specials menu along with the Roma martini and glass of red wine. Entrees were pollo amaretto and the duck and had red wine as well. Dessert was the almond torte. Everything was delicious and service was excellent despite the place being packed! We’ll be back! Thanks for those who shared recommendations on a local fb page!

Written October 26, 2024

gil100

Lawrence688 contributions

What a disappointment

Mar 2024 • family

The place was full when we got in which was a good sign. But the noise level is very high almost overwhelming. Service was very slow. We waited for really long time till our order been taken and then served. Calamari was decent just a bit too salty. Then for entrees we had the surf and turf - the lobster had shell pieces. When we complained they took it apologized and then brought another piece which looked as if it was chewed prior and tasted weird. It served over risotto which was tasteless. (Oh and it said it will come with string beans and none was in the plate). The chicken Marsala taste was overpowered by the pancetta and the chicken was hard to chew. We got no discount on having shell pieces in the lobster which I think every decent place would at the least do. Overall I would not recommend the place

Written March 15, 2024

rlm140

Naples5 contributions

I am being KIND with this rating

May 2021 • none

It was our 58th Wedding Anniversary and We wanted a pleasant well prepared dinner in a nice restaurant. We had visited this locations when it was the wonderful Caffe Expresso - which moved to oblivion. 1. The service was excellent 2, my Chivas Regal Scotch on the Rocks was great but pricy at $16. 3. The caprese salad was skimpy with raw tomatoes at $15 4. My wife had a combo dish of Chicken Parm and Lasagna that she said was okay 5. I asked if the chef could prepare Chicken Picatta which was not on the menu and he agreed - I regret my request and his agreement, there was a nice presentation of a poorly prepared entree.. the chicken was dried out, over cooked, slightly tough with no flavor. The linguini was cooked properly but had very little flavor from a very bland source. Alas.. a disappointing meal but a wonderful day with my wife.

Written May 18, 2021

benton2569

Willington741 contributions

One of the BEST

Mar 2023 • couples

We absolutely love this place! Mare E Mante is tucked away in a neighborhood where street parking may be tight but we always find a spot. I read they offer free valet parking so may just take them up on that next time we go. The food here is delicious and plentiful, the service is wonderful, prices are reasonable especially considering the quality of the meal and the atmosphere is cozy. Mare E Mante has become our go to place when we want a delicious food and a nice night out. I cant imagine anyone being disappointed. PS save room for dessert. Typically I am not a dessert person but they are perfect compliment to an amazing dinner.

Written March 23, 2023

508EllenCee

Northborough1064 contributions

Five stars, yet again

Jun 2022 • none

We come to Mare E Monti when we want to celebrate. The free valet parking has made parking much easier. The food continues to be delicious, and the wine menu always has something interesting to complement our dinner. It's well worth going off the beaten path to find this gem.

Written June 28, 2022

Steve L

12 contributions

Horrible rude service

Mar 2024 • family

Our last 2 visits have been horrible. They take reservations yet the table hasn’t been ready either time. This is understandable at 8:30 on a Friday night but not 4 pm on a Sunday when the doors open. Your staff was utterly disgusting Sun 3/24 especially Ricardo. He was so rude, shouldn't be in the restaurant business and shame on you for allowing him to be a face of your restaurant acting in such a way. We left after being ignored by him and then he told us "I'm not ready for you" after waiting 25 minutes when we asked him to order a drink. We will never be back and Ricardo shouldn't either. Most of the employees looked miserable except the hostess who came out to see what the problem was. Great service can make up for mediocre food. But horrible service can ruin a restaurant with great food.

Written March 25, 2024

Kate A

Middletown318 contributions

Exceeded our Expectations

Oct 2021 • family

This restaurant was amazing, and such a surprise! Nestled in the residential area, we were not quite sure of what to expect. Upon entering the restaurant we were pleasantly surprised. The baked goat cheese appetizer was out of this world! Well worth the $16. For main meals, we all ordered different pasta dishes. One with eggplant, one with bolognese, one with rosa sauce and one with cannelloni. All of our meals were some of the best dishes we have ever had at an Italian restaurant! Every dish has an option for homemade pasta, and they offer bread and olive oil at the table. We never would have known this restaurant existed if it weren't for Trip Advisor!

Written October 9, 2021

PMP2008

79 contributions

Food, atmosphere and service

Oct 2022 • couples

Such a warm welcoming atmosphere from the valet (who highly recommended the bread pudding!), to the smiling host and Joey our server! The place was buzzing but it seemed like they were use to the crowds. It’s a little slice of Italy…brick walls, artwork, dim lighting and of course authentic Italian food. The food was lovely with a varied menu. Our server amazing…relaxed, attentive and knows how to engaged his table guests. I’ll be back.

Written October 28, 2022

Mary D

Holden1 contribution

Disappointed with the service

May 2023 • couples

My husband and I went on a Tuesday night with a reservation for 6:45 pm upon arrival we were told there would be a 15 minute wait. Not the best start. Food was wonderful but the service was way beyond poor - sad to have a favorite place be that disappointing

Written May 10, 2023

Thomas E

Spofford4 contributions

Excellent!!!

Mar 2022 • none

Walking in to sit at the bar for dinner we were greeted immediately by Armondo, the bartender. He was very attentive with a friendly sense of humor and selected a nice Amarone for us to go with dinner. We started with tuna carpaccio. Excellent! The veal picatta was one of the best I have ever had anywhere and the homemade pappardelle was cooked absolutely perfect. Same for the veal marsala. The place is a gem!

Written April 2, 2022

Lisa S

1 contribution

If you’re Italian don’t go

Jul 2021 • none

I’m sorry but this doesn’t come close to old world Italian. It’s more like Olive Garden. The food is way over priced, not very good. The staff and service were excellent. I use to go when Cafe Expresso occupied this spot and that was true Italian food made by Italians. I’d stick to I’ll Camino if you want good homemade pasta and sauce at reasonable price.. very disappointed

Written July 16, 2021

Jeanmarie R

9 contributions

We loved it!

May 2022 • none

It was Mother's Day and we didn't have a reservation anywhere so I began googling restaurants near me. What a nice surprise! From the Valet that greeted us to the host, hostess and waitstaff, they were all very friendly and attentive! We started with a salad and it didn't skimp on anything! We both had spaghetti, meatballs and sausage. All were great and I was especially impressed with the gravy (sauce)! It was very tasty! We finished with raspberry sorbet which didn't disappoint. I highly recommend this restaurant!

Written May 9, 2022

Freedom32315712509

7 contributions

There’s a nice way to do things, and this wasn’t it

Oct 2024 • family

Overall disappointed because the food was honestly great, the service was alright (not bad but nothing special), but after our meal, a man aggressively told us we’d been there too long and had to leave. He approached it as if we’d already been asked to leave and had refused, which wasn’t the case at all. I absolutely understand having a time limit on how long someone can stay after finishing and paying, but the way we were informed was unnecessarily rude. I won’t be back for that reason alone.

Written October 20, 2024