Alfredo

By far the best Italian restaurant I’ve tried in San Antonio. Came in on a busy day after Valentine’s Day and it did not disappoint. Well worth the wait. From the creamy Alfredo to the flavor packed Bronx Pollo Parmigiana, every bite was delicious. Their tiramisu is probably the best one in the city and their wine selection is niche and affordable !

On a Sunday at 12:45 pm, there was no wait for a table of four, and the noise level was moderate, just bordering on loud. Service was excellent, and the owner came by a few times. Generous portions of food and hot fresh bread with a tasty oil accompaniment. I'm a bread gal, so that was my favorite--no apparent limit. 😀 We had the calamari with a slightly spicy marinara sauce and the house aioli for dipping. We shared two side salads. I added some of the ailoi to mine for a richer taste. We ordered the sole on risotto, orechiette with sausage and vegetables, chicken Parmigiano, and the pork chop. Everything was tasty. The chicken Parmigiano came with a thin sauce, but the server delivers it with a hot skillet of cheesy Alfredo sauce they pour on top until you say stop. Yummy. The pork chop came with zucchini and carrots cooked just right; the chop was breaded and topped with pecans and a fig jam--it was very tasty but the chop overdone and tough, so disappointing when everything else was so good. We had the cannoli, blueberry cheesecake, and biscotti cheesecakes. These were all enjoyable. My companions had Chianti and Moscato, which they liked. Despite the chops, we'll definitely return another day.

As we walked in the atmosphere was lovely. It’s decorated for Valentine’s Day, the lighting was nice. The waiters were kind, and tentative. The food was delicious. The meatballs were tender and flavorful. The chicken Alfredo dish was flavorful. Great place! I’m definitely returning.

Server was very attentive, felt very welcomed for it being my first time here. Food was delicious. The Alfredo was so creamy and the tiramisu was so light and wonderful. Loved the service and decorations are so cute.

Finally got to go for their dinner. There is always a long wait last time was 2 hours but it was the holidays. Today was right at 45 minutes. Like Kevin always says if there isn't a wait on Saturday night probably not going to make it in the restaurant business. Food was delicious definitely worth the wait. We shared the Insalata Primavera and Pollo Bronx Parmigiana plus bread with dipping oil. Plus a couple of glasses of red wine 🍷 It's the best parmigiana I've ever had. It is a golden-crusted chicken breast topped with vodka sauce, melted mozzarella, and a touch of sweet heat from cherry peppers, served over rigatoni Alfredo and Broccolini. They pour hot mozzarella on it right at your table. OMG!! Highly recommend if you're in the area. Staff was wonderful and very attentive with everything. Our bartender was on point too. Always checking in on us. We sat at the bar to wait but did eat the salad including bread. Then got a table for our main entree. Water and bread continued to be taken care of. Even the owner checked in on us twice once at the bar then seated at table. And thanked us again on way out of restaurant. Food portions were a lot. We shared and still have left overs. I'm pretty full. Best Italian I've had in a very long time. I'm not sure if he's going to expand there or not. But I feel like they may outgrow that space. But overall one of the top restaurants in my book. Definitely will be back. Each time will have to try a new entree but that parmigiana rocked. 😊

This place was amazing !!!! From the ambiance to the server to the food!! Hands down 10/10 we had the meat balls and the chicken Alfredo we will be back again soon also Ben our server was supper knowledgeable with the menu helped us with our decision. If you're in the area stop by n see for your self !

I am confused by the positive reviews compared to my experience. I feel mislead by these reviews. Let’s begin with customer experience, it’s frustrating for a multitude of reasons. First, the person who answers phone cannot answer questions about the menu. Because of that you are placed on hold for a server, whom was even more unhelpful. We asked about how to order a dish because it was confusing online. The confusion arises from the fact that you are shown a picture of the Bronx Pollo Parmigiana that has chicken topped with cheese and/or Alfredo sauce and noodles. However, it’s not clear whether you have to select all of the things it is suppose to come with one by one, or select things you want extra of. It is unclear what the dish comes with it automatically and what you must select. There is no selection for noodles, so at the very least it appears it comes with noodles automatically. We call to get these questions answered and clear up the confusion. The server told us, “I can’t really help you I’d advise you to delete the app.” I think that takes the award for most unhelpful advice anyone has ever given me. I regret calling to clear up the confusion. Mind you, we asked what we were supposed to select and how the dish was served. We did not ask hard questions (or so we thought). That advice warranted an automatic hang up because you can’t fix stupid nor do I have the expertise to try. Next, our food arrives and I’m confused yet again. We receive two containers with very different things although we ordered the same entree and one piece of bread. One container resembles the photo advertised, breaded chicken cheese on top and noodles. Another container has three pieces of chicken, little red sauce on top no cheese, no noodles, no Alfredo. To be fair one order did select chicken, cheese and Alfredo sauce just to be safe incase it did not come with it, even though the picture includes all of those things. The other didn’t select anything and we just wanted the meal as is thinking it would resemble the photo. We thought possibly that the selections just meant adding extra of whatever we selected. But no matter how you read our order it doesn’t make sense with what we received. The noodles were not an option to select so both containers we assumed should have them. They didn’t. The entree that added extra chicken didn’t have the extra chicken with Alfredo sauce and cheese. Because we thought there was a possibility we just ordered it incorrectly we decided to call again to make sure. We call and the person who answers can’t help with menu questions oddly again. She tries to find a server. We can hear her ask someone if they know the menu. The server explicitly states no I don’t know the menu either. We are assuming a server because she said she would find a server to answer our menu questions. They put us on hold realizing we can hear them speaking to each other. Then the phone cuts in and out, eventually just hanging up. Obviously, this is incredibly frustrating as we are confused, not understanding where our order went wrong, and now have to fix our entrees because what we received is subpar. At the very least the food is okay and not worth almost 70$. Id advise others to just go to North Italia. Additionally, even if the food was amazing (which let me be clear it’s not) the customer service still wouldn’t make it worth 70$. The service earns the prestige award of “most unhelpful customer service” of 2025. If you guys are interested in receiving your trophy give me a call.

Everything was so super delicious ….The Alfredo was cooked perfectly and so authentic tasting…this will be my go to for Italian 🫶🏽

Wowowowow! Finally found our Italian spot in sa! First class flavors. Chicken picata, chicken fettecuni Alfredo, Tiramasu on point! Sweet spot for our anniversary dinner. ♥️

I have NEVER written a review whether excellent or not so great food/service. Tonight we dined at Mare E Monte after seeing the food on TikTok. The service was OUTSTANDING from start to finish. Andres was our server and suggested some items for us to try. We had the lobster ravioli and the Alfredo. Both phenomenal. Although it was very busy, the owner came to our table to introduce himself and make sure we had everything we needed. I watched the owner go from table to table to make sure everyone felt like family. I cannot get over how exceptional the food and service was. If you’re looking at reviews questioning if you should try Mare E Monte, do it! You’re guaranteed to be as impressed as we were today.

We stopped in while on vacation from Oklahoma. Hands down the BEST food. Services was amazing as well. We had a party of 6 and didn’t have to wait at all for a table. We were met by the owner who treated us like we were family. We had the Ravioli Mare E Monte, Veal, Alfredo (one chicken and one shrimp), Gnocchi, and calamari (both options). The bread was fresh and so delicious. There was not one bit of food left on any of our plates. I wish they had a location in Oklahoma because I’d eat there all the time. This is a must for any future trips.

The ambiance and the service were excellent. We did love the bread, alfredo (creamy) and the lasagna. The black pasta needs a bit of salt for me. I know it’s supposed to be light But overall, the place is really great.

The fettuccini alfredo was the best I’ve ever had! And the service was phenomenal. Highly recommend. You honestly can’t go wrong with anything on the menu. Aram was wonderful!

Food is great , Service even better and atmosphere is warm inviting and relaxed… until you add my two crazy boys haha Joe made sure to recommend the most ordered and loved plates and was very attentive (although we didn’t listen to his recs) . We ordered chicken and shrimp Alfredo for the boys (missed the creamy/milky-ness of it) but over all tasty. Chicken piccata is a great portion and got a gluten free pasta option on the side (thankful for that) but also was missing something, not sure what exactly. Hubs got lasagna and a side of eggplant parm which were both sooooo delicious, I think the Homemade tomato sauce makes everything better. House wine paired great with our meals so over all will come back again. Maybe we just need to have a date night without our kids to enjoy it all much more.

Fantastic experience! This restaurant was incredibly clean, and the pasta tasted genuinely homemade and fresh. What really stood out was the owner, who made an effort to visit every table a wonderful personal touch. Prices were great too. I had fettuccine Alfredo, and my husband had a lobster ravioli…. AMAZING! I'm already looking forward to my next visit!

Great food, got the pollo e monte and was accompanied with rigatoni Alfredo. Spectacular! service was superb, ask for Aram ! 5 out of 5 would recommend

This was our first time here and the Fettucini Alfredo with Chicken was amazing 🤩 Unfortunately, there was no Lasagna but the Owner & Chef Loriq made up for it with his very personable and polite attention. The Cesar Salad to split was large and very tasty 😋 I would recommend you come to this establishment as the food & customer service alone is rare. 🤗

We had an amazing dinner at Mare e Monte and loved every bite! The Ocean City Crab Cakes were the perfect start—crispy on the outside, packed with lump crabmeat, and paired with a tangy remoulade that gave them just the right kick. The Seafood Risotto was creamy and flavorful, loaded with shrimp, scallops, and pieces of delicate sole. You could really taste the care that went into it, and the cherry tomatoes and Parmigiano on top pulled it all together beautifully. The Vitello Bronx Parmigiana was next-level comfort food—tender veal with a crispy breading, smothered in a rich vodka sauce and gooey mozzarella. The spicy cherry peppers added a great little heat, and the fettuccine Alfredo it was served on was rich and delicious. We finished the night with the blueberry cheesecake, and wow—so good! Creamy, not too sweet, and the blueberry topping was super fresh. It was the perfect ending to a fantastic meal. The service was friendly and attentive, and the whole atmosphere just felt warm and welcoming. Mare e Monte is definitely going on our list of go-to spots in San Antonio. Highly recommend!

I ordered the Fettuccine Alfredo with Shrimp which was around $25.00. The food was presented very well but I felt it lacked the full flavor profile I was hoping for. The sauce tasted quite average and almost too bland. I did not taste the creamy Parmesan cheese flavor I was expecting and there was little to no seasoning, it tasted as if it was missing something. The 4 shrimp were delicious. But the atmosphere is visually stunning and you can tell the owners/chefs do try their best to make quality food and an enjoyable dining experience. I would like to go back and try another dish. Also, I ordered the fried calamari for $15.00 and it was one of the highlights, not overcooked and the tomato and creamy white lemony sauce served with it was the most delicious I’ve ever tasted.

The food was delicious and the service outstanding. The carciofi de tartfu was a great appetizer. The salmon AlForno was great, the sauce gave it a perfect taste. The chicken alfredo my son would not stop talking about it. My husband had the Pollo Bronx Parmigiana, for him not being a pasta fan he ate every bite. I definitely recommend this place.

All those 5 star reviews are correct! Delish, well crafted food. Excellent service. Elegant but casual atmosphere. We went for Linner (around 3:30) on a Saturday. There were more diners than expected at that time, but not too crowded. We love that the menu has creative twists to traditional italian dishes. You can also change out potato for pasta on dishes, etc. We were happy with the starter--fried asparagus--lightly crunchy, great flavor. The Bronx Pollo Parmigiana & Pork Chop Remo were outstanding. The Alfredo on pasta was perfect, pungent cheese & thick. Also, soft sour dough served with flavorful spiced olive oil. Fairly extensive wine list & we enjoyed a moderately priced Italian red. The owner came by to chat & and the waiter was attentive. We liked that the waiter paced the meal, so we enjoyed each course to the fullest. Leftovers were just as good next day!

Holy moly did they deliver. Had the ravioli and the Alfredo and it was amazing. The atmosphere was so friendly and felt like home! Thank you so much!

Hubby wanted a proper lunch this past Sunday instead of brunch food. He suggested we visit @ristorantemareemonte on Huebner. It was already busy but we were able to be seated quickly. If you don’t know, you can join the waitlist on Yelp. Prince welcomed us warmly, shared recommendations and ensured we had a great experience. Even gave us complimentary tiramisu and blueberry cheesecake to take home. The complimentary bread was warm and came with a dipping sauce. We tried the Calamari allArrabbiata with the sauce on the side. They were perfectly crunchy and also had the aioli to dip in. We shared the Insalata Primavera, which was perfect for the 3 of us. During our previous date night, Prince recommended the Sole Oregenata, their customers’ all-time favorite dish. Dad and I shared that generous portion. Love the sauce! Hubby had the recommended Pork Chop San Remo and added the Fettucine Alfredo. Love the fig jam on the crust! He shared a bite but I had to ask for a second bite! All the food were fantastic. Guillermo never missed a beat with his service. He kept our drinks filled and checked in on us frequently. If you haven’t been here yet, add it to your list to must try. Everything is wonderful from start to finish! The restaurant will introduce new dishes in April. In addition, they will be having wine dinners to test new dishes. February’s wine dinner will feature Georgian wines.

A group of us went here for the first time for a post Christmas/New Year's get together. They don't take reservations but we were seated quickly which was great for a Friday night at 6pm. Service was very good but things were a little slow coming out of the kitchen. We ordered the calamari which was excellent, lightly breaded, crisp and tender. Also ordered the artichoke, also very good but that was the one that took quite a while to get to the table. However, the restaurant filled up quickly and was full, so sometimes you need to be patient. I had the seafood risotto, which was delicious, and others had chicken picatta, eggplant parmesan, chicken alfredo, and Caesar's Salad with Shrimp. Everyone enjoyed their selection. One of the highlights of the evening was the Owner. He circled the restaurant visiting with every table and ensuring that everything was okay and that no one needed anything. He was so very personable and upbeat. I'm Italian and very picky when it comes to Italian restaurants so it surprised me when I saw him because I could tell he was not Italian. We chatted with him outside when we were leaving and found that he is Albanian, as are the chefs. Well, close enough, I guess. I was duly impressed with the service, the ambiance, the food, and affordability. I look forward to returning.

The food was AMAZING! The chicken parm, chicken mare, and Alfredo was the best we’ve ever had. The house made bread was AMAZING! The tiramisu was spot on. The owner was so friendly and checked on us often. Service was amazing! Will definitely be back!

Andres was a amazing and excellent server. The food. The chef did a great job I am not a huge fan of spicy food and he made my Alfredo with out the peppers thus making my food not spicy. I would definitely come back and again. I would even say this is WAY BETTER than Olive Garden. They treat you like family here! I definitely recommend this place to have lunch.

The food was outstanding! The meatball appetizer was perfect. The veal was perfectly cooked and the Fettuccine Alfredo was one of the best. Polo Martini wax excellent. Definitely give the place a visit! The staff and owner caters to your every desire!

Every visit is better than the last!! We have to keep coming, because every thing we try, we love! And there are so many more delicious offerings… super grateful to support this locally owned family restaurant with outstanding, high quality food and five star service. Friendly fine dining 😎 Recommend: Shrimp Oregonata and the house Special Fettucine Alfredo. Keep up the wonderful work, we will see you soon.

Marshall was the best server. We enjoyed everything. Side note: the alfredo sauce doesn't "stick" like at some other restaurants. It's very light.

Had an incredible experience with the most hospitable staff. The owners are present and take much pride in their service and food. I started off with the Caesar salad, it was refreshingly crisp with a homemade dressing that was on the lighter side for a Caesar, which is my preference. My wife and I had the Pasta Nero (black pasta) and also the Fettuccini Alfredo with Shrimp. Both were incredibly well made, they pasta is made fresh in house and you can taste the difference. They also welcome children, our 3 children accompanied us and they were extremely friendly to them, ages 7, 10 and 12. They enjoyed a kids steak cooked medium with fries, and a kids spaghetti. Both my sons at their entire meals. My daughter ate a meatball appetizer as her meal, and it was phenomenal. Even the kids meals were cooked by the chef, no microwaved items. We ended with the Chocolate Caramel Cake with sea salt. It was light and fluffy, not overly rich, and well balanced. I would rate this a top 10 Italian dining experience based on food and service. We definitely will be back. I highly encourage you to try it out.

I don't normally get excited for Chicken Alfredo, but the pasta I had here was wonderful. The owner came out and met each guest personally and was thrilled to have us. Awesome people with awesome food.

My mom took me here for lunch yesterday for my birthday. I picked it because of great reviews, and I wanted to try somewhere new. The reviews were correct! So worth the 20+ minute drive. 5 stars! Delicious food, great service, and nice atmosphere (very clean, simple, and cozy with quietly playing Italian music in the background, as to elevate the experience but not overpower). We were seated right away by a friendly and smiling young man. When our waiter, Jesse, came to the table, he was great! He was very sweet, professional, and answered our questions. He made sure our drinks were filled the entire time, and he verified what we ordered to make sure it was to our liking. He also genuinely smiled the entire time, as did other staff! I love when people enjoy (or at least act like they enjoy) what they do for a living. That’s rare nowadays. Our food was fresh, hot, and delicious. We received a basket of sliced bread and olive oil when we ordered. We both ordered the Bronx Pollo Parmigiana (I believe was the name). It was two nice sized pieces of lightly breaded chicken with fettuccine Alfredo. It should be enough for a person to eat the entire plate and be completely full, but I had leftovers for a second meal. Jesse came out and packaged my leftovers in front of me. We were too full to have dessert. Before we left, either the owner or manager greeted us and verified that we enjoyed our meal. Everyone there was great. We thoroughly enjoyed everything. The genuine kindness and joy just put it over the top for us. We will definitely be back soon and bring more family! Thank you for such a great dining experience 💛

Thoroughly enjoyed our first visit here. The entire staff as well as the owner were welcoming and kind. Very quick service. The food was fresh, hot and absolutely a delight. I had the veal parmesean with fettuccine alfredo. Crispy breading, tender veal, cooked to perfection. The Alfredo sauce was not too thick, perfectly coating the fettuccine. I chose the strawberry tiramisu which was a refreshing twist on the classic. We will definitely be back!

Me and my partner decided to have dinner last night and couldn’t figure out what spot was next on our list. We had a great craving for pasta and have before had success with finding good authentic Italian restaurants in San Antonio (surprisingly). We stumbled across Mare E Monte on Google and the reviews were exceptional and the pictures looked up to par to match. When we arrived the restaurant itself wasn’t what I was expecting, in all the good ways though! It was a newly opened brick and mortar style establishment and we were very impressed from the minute we walked in. Mind you I had called ahead to ask if service animals were allowed and without hesitation Prince, the owner said yes, my pup could come along. Once we sat down the whole staff was very attentive and asked plenty of questions. They made us feel right at home and asked for our honest feedback with everything being brought out. We ordered the Calamari all’Arrabbiata which was hot, fresh, held its crispiness when tossed in the marinara. They did give us complimentary wine (white or red) on them since they cannot sell any beer, wine or liquor for the time being. It was amazing and great touch to our date. I ordered the shrimp fettuccine, my partner ordered chicken penne Alfredo, Must we say both of those dishes did not disappoint whatsoever. the sauce was tasted homemade, light, buttery, the shrimp and chicken were cooked perfectly. They were hot, they were fresh, and we actually ate so fast that by the time we were full our plates were still hot! Not to mention the bread and oil duo hit the spot as well. Ardit, out waiter was checking on us consistently making sure everything was good, our cups were full, and our food was to our liking. *AND THEY GAVE US FREE DESSERT ON THEM!!* I hope this restaurant has a successful journey here in San Antonio. I can definitely see good things coming from such hard work. Check them out and show them some love. They are going to blow up. Shoutout Prince and his whole team.

Mare E Monte Italian Restaurant is a culinary masterpiece, deserving of a Michelin star. I had the privilege of indulging in the Bronx Pollo Parmigiana, which exceeded my expectations. The lightly breaded chicken was pan-fried to perfection, topped with a rich vodka sauce, fresh mozzarella, and cherry peppers, served alongside Fettuccine Alfredo. The combination was divine. But the true showstopper was the Pasta Lasagne al Forno, a dish that redefined the classic lasagna. Homemade pasta sheets were layered with a rich Italian sausage Bolognese, mozzarella, ricotta, and béchamel, creating a harmonious balance of flavors and textures. Each bite was a testament to the chef's skill and dedication to traditional Italian cuisine, using only the freshest ingredients to create a truly authentic experience. The service was attentive and knowledgeable, making for a memorable dining experience. In short, Mare E Monte Italian Restaurant is a must-visit destination for any food enthusiast in San Antonio. With its commitment to traditional Italian cuisine and exceptional service, it's no wonder this restaurant deserves a Michelin star. I eagerly await my next visit to indulge in more of their culinary masterpieces! Recommended for: Special occasions, romantic evenings, and Italian food enthusiasts.