My experience here was a 3 star. The atmosphere and service was great, but that can only go so far. The rolls were Delicious, but my boyfriend and I both ordered an entree that was very expensive and sounded promising, but both were not impressed. I would reccomend coming here on a romantic date for sure, but wouldn't reccomend it if you are picky.
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R T.
The lowest end of Italian food maybe one step above Olive Garden, if that... Nothing was authentic about this place or the food. Dishes were over salted and they don't turn tables. Old fart food!
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Erinn B.
I used to come to this restaurant when I was a kid. It was always pleasant and the food was good. This time not so much. We waited well over an hour to get our food and we were one of the first ones in at 5pm on a Sunday. The cocktail I had was good, not worth $8 though. When I was a kid the food was great here. Now it's mediocre. The fettuccini was extremely salty and the chicken was dry. I didn't make a fuss about it because I didn't want to be a jerk. Service was slow and I feel like we were mostly forgotten about. I probably won't be back.
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Robert B.
The food was average, the service was poor. My daughter ordered lasagna and I ordered calzone. The party I was a part of was big, 18 people, so I'll give the kitchen a little break. However, 90 minutes to get our food seems long, we had no appetizers. They forgot my drink twice and once I got it, never refilled it even though I asked. I think what was really difficult to forgive is my calzone was burnt, badly, I didn't eat it. I left it to show the waiter to show him. The Buser came and took the plate. I told him to be sure to show the waiter, he didn't. I know this because when the waiter returned I asked him what he would do about it. He didn't know. He said he would "take care of me." However, when I got the bill it was not adjusted. I asked if he would make an adjustment for the burned food. He said he would, when he came back he just said "sorry, I can't do anything." After two hours and twenty minutes my party was just done. I was so excited to eat here and now, I'm just disappointed. I expected such a good meal. As a side note, not only was the calzone burnt, the vegetables were raw (the mushrooms had a crunch). Lastly, when we asked to have the bill split the waiter said it would take an hour to split it and that he wanted us to figure out who had what and pay for it. Kinda awkward.
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Melissa W.
This is a solid stand by for the hubby and I on date night. Keep in mind this is comfort Italian food. Think homemade pasta and scratch made sauces. I rarely explore the specials menu because when we come here I'm usually in the mood for a heaping plate of pasta smothered in yums and that is what is delivered. I don't think the prices are exorbitant at all and you can expect to pay as much or more at Olive Garden for pasty pasta shaped goo. I love that they have opened a full bar. DH and I will be back the next time I want to get my Alfredo on.
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A S.
Went with a big group that contained both adults and kids, and it wasn't terrible. I liked the look of the bar area and they had a big open fireplace in the middle. It would actually be a good place to go on a date night -- not so much for large groups. The service was adequate, but the food wasn't terribly exciting. I would certainly try it again, but I would avoid doing so with a large group and I'd hope to find a gem on the menu that was tasty.
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Lux I.
All I can say is WOW! So glad to find such a gem in Eugene. First off the fresh rolls were delicious. The calamari was seasoned and fried perfectly and was wonderful. My boyfriends salad looked and tasted great. We had a few italian sodas and they were yummy as well. I had the chicken picatta which came with roasted veggies and fettuccine alfredo. It was just the best, I couldnt stop eating it. The side of pasta which I didnt even care about too much turned out to be one of my favorite parts as well. Some of the best fettucinne alfredo I have ever had. Boyfriend had the cannelloni and loved it. Service became a little slow as they got more busy and we didnt mind waiting that much. But then without us even asking our server comped our drinks and gave us a free cheesecake to go because of the wait! Can you say amazing customer service? I was very impressed. A rare restaurant experience that went just above and beyond expectations and I just cant wait to go back!
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Katie B.
The food was the only good part of my husband and I's experience at Mazzi's. Our waiter basically ignored us the whole hour and a half we were there. It was early on a Monday evening so there was no crowd and they had plenty of staff, just no one to pay attention to us! But the WORST part of our experience was where we were seated, along the wall that the patio is attached to. Every single waiter who opened the door to the patio let the door slam itself shut, shaking the wall and our table. Absolutely ridiculous, fortunately their wait staff is so terrible that they didn't actually go outside that often to check on the tables out there. To be fair, the reason it took them an hour and a half for our food to reach us was probably the lasagna my husband ordered. No wonder they give you free rolls, so you don't starve before your food is ready.
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James D.
Well, maybe it was because they had not anticipated such a crowd a couple days before Christmas. Maybe they did not notice all the reservations. Maybe being in business for about 40 years does not mean they've figured out staffing. Or maybe our waiter just wasn't that good. Probably the latter. Which explains why we had to get extra water ourselves. Some of the food was really pretty good. However, the salmon special was singed (my daughter described it as burnt but I'm being nice). What had probably started out as a beautiful hunk of salmon, full of potential, ended up on her plate as hunk of charred fish. I ordered the cioppino. I love cioppino, and have eaten it many times--but never here. It is described on the menu as "shrimp, scallops, clams and fresh fish in a hearty tomato broth served with a green salad and lots of bread. This is a meal!" The plate arrived, looking very pretty with eight clams (I think) arranged around the perimeter, partially submerged in the tomato sauce/broth. I spotted sever small bay scallops and a handful of shrimp. It was ok. The sauce was a bit on the broth side of things. The shrimp were slightly tough. The scallops were small, but hey, that's the way of seafood any more. I asked about the bread ("lots of bread") and was told that the bread referred to the bread basket on the table -- no different bread for this course. Oh. What ruined it was that there was NO FISH. What?!? Forget it. Deal over. Cioppino without fish? Take it off the menu if you don't have fish.
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M W.
I love Mazzi's and have been going here since I was little. Some of my favorite Italian food in Eugene! The food is always delicious. Unfortunately I can't say the same about their staff. Numerous occasions they've been flat out rude. I called to make a resversation and the man was SO mean to me that I don't think I'll ever be going back. Disappointed.
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Steve M.
Like others I see, I'm reluctant to write this review, but it is, what it is. The last time I was in Mazzi's was in the 1970s or 1980s. I happen to be in Eugene and was surprised to see it still there, so I tried it... I had great memories of their salad's, pizza and main Italian courses. They are but memories, at least what I experienced. I won't be returning. Entering Mazzi's, it does remind me of the 1970s... the staff did everything mechanically correct, but that's all. I was never asked how anything tasted, if there was anything I needed, nor did I receive any suggestions. They just weren't helpful or seemed to care...they went thru the motions. In my party I ordered the chicken picata. It was bland, tasteless, I strained to see more than 4 or 5 capers. It came with some buttered noodles and a vege mixture. Did I mention it was bland and tasteless? I also ordered the caesar salad. It bears no memory to the great salads I had there in the past. It was totally forgettable, wish I had never ordered it. The bread also did not match my memories...I felt no desire to grab a second piece... Without drinks, my check for the 5 in my party came to $110... I wish that $110 was still in my bank account. I don't know how that Mazzi's has survived this long, dare I say, it's nearing the end of its existence. Such a disappointment. From what I hear, Eugene needs a decent Italian place. Rest in peace.
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Janjan R.
This is our second time at Mazzi's. Our first time was with our doctor friend who bought a groupon. The food was great, but she wasn't able to use the groupon because they don't work on Fridays. She moved to another state recently and gave us the printed groupon. We were so excited because the food was good and we wanted to go back. We got there this evening and told our host that we have a groupon to use. She took us our table and said the groupon was OK. The food was great! We ordered calamari, glasses of wine, pizza and pasta and even tiramisu for desert. That would have been a perfect evening. My partner even said that the pizza is the best he's had in Eugene. We asked for the check and handed the groupon to the server. She came back to us and said that it's only good for "Party of four". There was nothing printed on the paper about that. She said that if you used a COLORED printer, then it would print out. She was actually polite and offered to call the manager, which we requested. The manager, Yasmin, came to us and said that the groupon is only good for party of four and she said the same thing, "If we had printed in color, we would be able to read the other conditions." We didn't give much of a fight and was about to pay but requested to voice to the manager our discontent. We were very diplomatic. We said that we loved the food and I'm sure she'd love for other people to enjoy their food, but that we just felt awful about the groupon not being honored. We just wanted her to know. She said "Well, if you're going to threaten me that way, then let me get that groupon from you. It's not my fault if you did not read the conditions printed in the email before you printed it" She said that in a very condescending tone which made all the blood rush to my head. I said, "well, as you know, there is nothing printed on that paper about having four people to be able to use it, and that was actually a gift to us by a friend, so we didn't have the email you are referring to." "Wow, that's a very good excuse," she said. I said, "Well, that's the truth and that is not an excuse." She tore the groupon in half in front of us and walked inside to scan it. My heart was pounding so hard, that I wanted to slap her. How dare she accuse us of lying? Very inappropriate and uncalled for. After paying and giving appropriate tips, we walked out. Really bothered, we approached her again and asked if she was the owner. She said no and we asked for it. Frank Ernandez. I told her that her customer orientation is all wrong and that we would let the owner know how she treated us that night, even accusing us of lying. She said "Be my guest, and thanks for coming!" with a smug look on her face. As for us, we initially came here excited to have great food, use our groupon, and come back in the future for more, BUT AFTER TONIGHT, I'm just happy that we got to use the groupon, as there won't be a next time. I certainly hope the owner is reading this as his current manager, Yasmin, has crossed all the lines of customer service and has no business being a manager.
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Mark S.
Good forward Italian food. The calzones are fantastic. I get the spaghetti with meat sauce and two meatballs. I like to eat, and it fills me up. You can try anything on the menu and be pleased with the food. It is a must visit if you are in Eugene.
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Libi K.
I love Mazzi's and Hideaway Bakery. I wish there wasa Mazzis and Hideaway Bakery in every town. the bread is fabulous and the fresh vegetables from their own farms are wonderful AND I LOVE the spumoni ice cream AND!!! the Restaurant and Bakery staff are GREAT!!!!!!
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Bryon C.
Why is there always a wait? Simple! Best Italian food in town. Period! I can't believe SW of the reviews on here. If you think O.G. is even close you are crazy. Top notch staff, all natural ingredients, and delightful drinks make this a must if you are looking for the best Italian food in town.
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John H.
Loved the appetizers here - specifically the calamari and stuffed mushrooms. The calamari was done very light, and the mushrooms were delicious, covered with bubbling mozzarella. Lots of delicious beers on tap. As for the entrees, they were nicely sized and tasted fine, but not extraordinary. Seafood linguine was really heavy on mini scallops. Great atmosphere and fine service, although my sister in law got her salad at the same time we all got our entrees. Also be forewarned the house salad is a creamy Italian, not a vinaigrette.
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John T.
Because of some poor planning on my part and some traffic along the way, i ended up in Eugene rather late and was limited on options and decided to just give this place a try. decor was nice, the bread they started us on was delicious. I was informed this isn't the usual bread, they ran out of dinner rolls and this was the bread from next door. If this is the backup plan i was wondering how delicious is the dinner roll. Then this is where it went downhill fast. the food we had was rather bad. i had the calzone which was like old store bought dough with meager filling inside. my friend's plate of pasta was bland. i don't think they seasoned the water that they cooked the pasta in. plus the alfredo sauce lacked any substance. just poor finish to a good start and for the price i paid, i should have just ate fast food.
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Joe B.
good traditional American-Italian fair. fresh ingredients, fresh baked bread, friendly staff. Nice atmosphere. not pretentious. OK prices.
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Shane M.
Last night, I had the great displeasure of eating at Mazzi's. I went with my girlfriend, her mother, and several other members of her family. I'm not sure how much crack you have to smoke to make this food taste "fine" or "good", as the other reviewers have stated. I encourage you all to seek substance abuse therapy. This food was "like cardboard", "horrible" and "abhorrent". (Look at all my fancy words!) Our waitress seemed irritated that we even showed up. I asked for sweet tea to drink. Sweet tea. Not battery acid. Not sewage. Yet, she had to ask, "What is sweet tea?" Ahem, you mentally incompetent server - it's quite simple to describe: It is TEA that is SWEET. ADJECTIVE + NOUN = PRODUCT. I can't be the first person to ever ask you for sweet tea. I'm really glad I didn't ask for an Arnold Palmer. She might have brought me a golfer. Shall we get to the food? As far as dog food goes, it was the best dog food ever prepared. The Alpo company had better watch their back, because they have some serious competition in the canine food arena. (My girlfriend has corrected me - This isn't a "Dog Food Restaurant"? WHAT?! They're serving this food to people? It's fit for human consumption? Oh dear...) I ordered the Stromboli. What I got was a giant hot pocket topped with not-very-ripe tomatoes. If this restaurant actually serves fresh produce, their gardening techniques are... probably being directed by people on crystal meth. The contents of my Stromboli were somewhat cooked. Somewhat. You don't want to go and cook the food too much. People will start expecting it. My girlfriend ordered the eggplant parmesan. She got a piece of damp piece of cardboard covered with Kraft powdered cheese. She ate one bite. I'm not sure if anyone at the table really enjoyed the food. Yet, we thought, "Let's get dessert." We ordered the Tiramisu. Perhaps by luck, they were out of it. Given the quality of the rest of the meal, we were probably saved from a damp sponge covered in cinnamon. I ended up with mocha cheesecake. It obviously wasn't prepared at Mazzi's, because it was actually decent. I was just in a hurry to get the taste of my meal of out my mouth. So, in conclusion: Mazzi's is what happens when you allow a group of crystal meth addicts to commandeer and Olive Garden, and then double the prices of everything on the menu. I'm tempted to start my career as an arsonist early now, just to save everyone from potential food poisoning. NEVER. EVER. EAT. HERE. (Unless you're being held at gunpoint. In which case, you can hope your captors choke on the food, allowing you to escape!)
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Michelle Y.
we live in north eugene so mazzi's is never really on our radar - but we made the trek and it was totally worth it. this place gets crazy busy and I probably wouldn't wait for a table but we got in immediately for dinner at the old people's hour (5:30). our server - can't remember her name - a spunky lady w/short blonde hair - was awesome and food was pretty darn good. obviously they've got it figured out as they've been open forever.
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Dan T.
Quite good. Very nice decor. Kind of a long wait, but it was a busy Saturday night. Everyone was friendly and helpful. Food was great.
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Peter H.
I've always really enjoyed eating here. The service is great. The price is affordable, and they have the best darn bread you've ever had. Worth a try.
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Tony L.
I've eaten here a few times while living in Eugene, in fact just 7,1mins from this restaurant! Just off Amazon but easy to find, has a small parking lot on an incline. Big dining area including a terrace which is busy and crowded on sunny days. Salads are good along with the soups; I've had a few of their pasta but the bread is very good. I think the first item I ever ordered here was their calamari fritti. It's lightly floured and served with lemon aioli. at $9.50 it's quite a big plate that can serve 3 or 4. I ate it all meself ;-) Though the prices seem high, I think it's quite reasonable considering that in Eugene you can pay $8 for a pancake. Very dark interior lighting at night so bring your flashlights, but very nice decor. Don't miss the restored antique kitchen stove located as you enter and on your left just before entering the dining area!!
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Clare H.
Last night, my boyfriend and I decided last minute to eat at Mazzy's Italian restaurant. The night before, the parking lot had been quite full and we weren't sure what the crowds would be like on a Tuesday night. We drove up and the tiny parking lot was nearly empty. Good sign for a romantic dinner setting. The windowless wooden door leading into the restaurant made me feel like I was walking into someone's home and the smell of fresh baked bread and tomato sauce was inviting. We were given a rectangular table to sit at next to the window. I ordered an Italian Pinot Grigio and he ordered a double IPA (extra hop flavor for those that are fans) The setting was pleasant and clean. The tangled brush wrapped around the water statue out front was calming. The waitress was fantastic, friendly, conversational, and accurate. She even brought us a vase of flowers that had been missing from the table. The rolls were warm and baked fresh and even as leftovers the next day, I had difficulty setting them down to eat other things on the plate. Stuffed mushrooms covered in cheese that dripped long oozing strands when scooped from the bowl. Steamed clams in garlic and spices. Delicious (but not as good as others I have tried). Caesar salad for dinner because I wanted to make sure I had room for dessert. The lettuce had a little too much dressing on it but the freshly grated parmesan was a nice touch. The other side of the table had a white clam sauce linguini and red mushroom sauce cheese ravioli combo. Both were tasty. The white sauce was much lighter than most I have had and the ravioli was perfectly stuffed. The mushroom sauce however, tasted like something that came out of a can. Leftovers securely packaged with extra rolls, we were ready to try dessert. As the other half had never had a creme broule before, we ordered that. Slightly disappointing in that the center hadn't been torched long enough and the sugar hadn't hardened to brittle perfection. It tasted fine though. The prices were reasonable for the quality of the meal and I will be coming again soon.
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Lisa J.
I had purchased a Living Social/Groupon/whatever a few months ago and I was looking forward to some calzone. There aren't many calzone places in Eugene anymore! A girlfriend and I decided on an early dinner on Tuesday night and I was shocked by how crowded the parking lot was. It was a Tuesday after all! Come to find out, there is a bakery behind them that has a pizza special and it's quite the draw. After parking on the street, I made my way inside. Thankfully, it wasn't Mazzi's that was drawing in the crowd. The hostess was nice enough I guess but not "welcoming". I was offered a drink, water and yummy bread while I waited. We dined on the patio which was really nice. Our waitress was wonderful. Not only was she attentive but she was engaging and offered her recommendations when asked. The owner (I assume) even came out and was speaking to the guests. Nice man that appears to have a truly personal attachment to the restaurant. The food was good. We split a calzone (and still had enough for left overs), soup, salad and spumoni. The calzone was pretty good. I would have liked more toppings but the crust was great. I forgot to ask for meat sauce (note to self: get the meat topping!) but the marinara was good. All in all, it was a nice evening. I'm sure we'll be back.
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Renee O.
I cannot get enough of Mazzis. Talk about an amazing ambiance and amazing rolls to start your meal off right. The prices are great too. I'm from Eugene and this place never gets old. A large group or a date night, Mazzi's won't let you down.
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marie b.
GROSS ravioli and not to impressed with the bread rolls either! SO spendy and you have to pay another 7 dollars to get soup and salad! So, 22 a plate and the food just isn't worth it. The best thing I had was their creamy pesto salad dressing but trust me, you can do better! For the prices just go to ambrosia if you want good italian!
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Jessica O.
Yah ~ Not really a fan. The only thing in my opinion that Mazzi's has going for it is the creamy pesto salad dressing, but I would rather make my own than have to deal with Mazzi's to have it. Heres the thing, while the dining area is super spacious, the overall feel is a little....well.....off. I will say that they gave me my first experience ever of listening to salsa music whilst eating Italian food. Our server was "just not that into us", and I don't know about you, but one thing I love about say, Beppe and Gianni's is all of that fan-freaking-tastic bread. I am a carb slor. So when our server brought out a "basket" that contained 2 (yes you read that right, 2.) rolls that were hard as rocks with those freezing cold, tin wrapped "pats" of butter, I nearly cried. For the prices, I would have happily eaten at the OLIVE GARDEN over this place. Seriously. At least the Olive Garden brings me copious amounts of bread and salad, AND would never serve me COLD fettuccine alfredo. *Sigh* Beppe & Gianni's....I will never betray you again.
I loved Mazzi's atmosphere. I felt very comfortable and relaxed and I enjoyed the decor and lighting very much. However... the food- was it from a can? I can't be sure. I didn't realize that pasta with tomato sauce would actually be.. just tomato sauce. I also have to admit it was the poorest sample of minestrone that I've encountered. The fresh rolls were delicious- but when it came to the meal, I was only more disappointed in the amount of the check.
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Emily S.
Mazzi's gets points for the warm, cozy atmosphere and it's environmental ethics. While the menu might be typical Italian fare, it's not your typical Italian restaurant. Much of the vegetables served are grown on a farm just over the hill, and they use organic wheat and salvaged lumber for their wood burning ovens. Meat and poultry is hormone free and free range, I believe. The menu is quite extensive. There are the usual suspects: lasagne, ravioli, calzones, etc. and then there are the revolving specials. We've enjoyed the pan fried trout, the salmon and the wildmushroom ravioli off the special menu. The pasta is lovely, and homemade, I think. I've had good service at Mazzi's. We took family to eat there the day after our wedding this summer, and the server graciously waived the corkage fees for our wedding wine we brought. The place is always busy, so despite some of the negative reviews here, they must be doing something right.
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Mayo F.
As far as price-value, I feel your paying for atmosphere and tradition more than for the food. I have been coming here since I was a kid back in the 80's. I had not gone to Mazzi's for at least a decade until last year. I have been there five times since. Some of their servers are arrogant and unpleasant. The rest are totally awesome. It is a crap shoot sometimes. The thing I hate the most is when I order a pizza or calizone, it seems like they put all of the toppings in the middle of my dish. The guy named Dane is a good guy. He does what he can for you.
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Matt W.
Mazzi's is an appealing old style family italian restaurant. The few times we've ventured down to the south Eugene eatery, it has always been crowded. This brings me to my first complaint which is the long wait getting seated; not their fault of course, but I hoped for a cold drink on a hot summers night but there were no offers of a beverage to the waiting guests. We were eventually seated outside and were quickly helped by friendly staff. My appetizer salad was on the small side (for the $7 price) which was made up for by the tasty (and filling) bread. Unfortunately the fusilli in my vegetarian pasta were overcooked (mushy) and the grilled summer squash & zucchini a little under cooked (cool and crunchy). My wife's pizza was the real reason for the two star rating. I like my pizza, traditional or otherwise, but the sauce was Chef Boyardee-ish, the dough and cheese undercooked and the pepperoni didn't have any zest or flavor. I tried to cover up the pizza's shortcomings with a heavy coat of parmesan cheese, but the cheese inside the shaker was in one pick lump and wouldn't come out. To top of the dining experience, Mazzi's refused to honor my Groupon and the manager actually tried to argue with me even when I pointed out the fine print on the voucher didn't make mention of how many entrees needed to be ordered. Two thumb's down for Mazzi's :(
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Jean S.
Couldn't have been more disappointed. Anyone who thinks this food is remotedly decent needs to have their taste buds checked out. I've never had such bad service in my life. My husband and I went for dinner on our anniversary because we heard so many nice things about it. It was all crap. Way too expensive for something that tasted like a frozen entree from costco. I wish I couls give this joint a half star rating, but it doesn't even deserve that. I have to say it again: WORST SERVICE IN MY LIFE. TERRIBLE. FOOD.
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William R.
Mazzi's food was OK. It was a little bland, but other than that it was fine. The wait staff was nice and they did a good job taking care of us. It seems to be a good place to take your family as there were several families dining when we visited Mazzi's. I probably won't go there again, but I can't recommend against going there either. I haven't been able to find an Italian place in Eugene that I actually like. Until that happens, I guess Mazzi's is about as good or bad as anywhere else.
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S W.
We went early (opening time on a Friday), as it seems to get really busy. The service was excellent and the food was very good with generous portions. The company I was with didn't hurt either. I would recommend this place in a heartbeat!
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Chris H.
Oh Mazzis, how I like thee! First off, I'll say that I feel a little weird giving Mazzi's and Belly the same rating, so Mazzi's you've got to get the 2 stars. (Full Disclosure: Belly should be rated at 4 stars if you're only looking at Eugene restaurants). Anyway, tonight I went to dinner here for a job interview as part of the interviewing committee (Note: They apparently don't directly charge the university like many others in town, but it wasn't an issue). I've been to Mazzi's dozens of times previous to this one, but they have all been about the same: Nothing to make you want to rush back, but ok. For me, the best part about this restaurant is Hideaway Bakery. The fresh baked bread is hard to beat, and it's a great start to a good meal. Needless to say, I ate a couple pieces of bread as we were waiting. Hot, soft on the inside, and a hard crust make for a perfect roll. We skipped alcohol on this trip, but it's worth mentioning that the wine selection is pretty good here; although, they don't have a ton of options by the glass. The full bar is nice as well, for those so inclined. The atmosphere was very welcome as today we experienced monsoon rains (heavier than the usual monsoon rains). The fire was going in the main room and it felt very cozy and warm inside. We had to wait for a while because the restaurant was packed, and when we were seated, it looked like there was plenty of room. Normally, one might wonder "what the hell?" at this point, but I think it ties back into how Mazzi's is run. You might have to wait a little while, even though there IS room to sit, but the service you get for waiting is good. If they sat everyone, the kitchen and servers would be swamped (Another Note: It was Wednesday night). I ended up ordering the Cioppino because I love that stuff and I had not tried it at Mazzi's yet. My colleagues got either the Red Snapper or the Salmon special. We all had salads with our meal, and they looked great upon arrival. Mine was delicious; lightly coated with the house italian dressing and some freshly cracked pepper. When the meals came, I knew I should have got one of the specials too. No offense to the Cioppino, but the other dishes looked a lot better and a bit more substantial. Having said that, my meal was very filling. The seafood in the Cioppino tasted fresh and freshly cooked. A telltale sign were the shrimp, which were soft, succulent and nowhere near overcooked. Considering how easy it is to overcook shrimp, I was impressed. The scallops were great as well; although they were a little too cooked. Then again, most probably don't enjoy scallops the way they're supposed to be eaten. The calamari was perfect, and I even got some intact bodies (think tentacles). It was hard to detect the fresh fish, if it was in there at all. The clams, however, were perfect. Now, beyond the actual seafood in this dish, we come to the broth. Here is where I was actually disappointed. The broth was fresh tasting, a little tart and very tomato. The only thing was that it tasted canned. I'm used to a more seasoned Cioppino I guess, so my tastebuds were left wanting. I've had Cioppino before that blew my mind. It was complex, well-seasoned, and the broth had taken on characteristics from the seafood and other 'secret' additions. This Cioppino seemed like they took the seafood from the skillet and dumped it into a bowl of tomato sauce that could have just as easily been inside a stromboli. In fact, I've had the stromboli here, and, well, you get the point. At the end of the meal, I was satisfied and not overly stuffed--always a plus in my book. No one had any issues with their food (I won't count the shrimp in mine that still had 1/2 its shell on). The service was fast, thorough and friendly. I didn't pay the bill, or see it, but I know that all of our meals were basically $18 each. The salad came with mine, but theirs were extra. If we assume $5 for those, that's another $20 on top of $90 for dinner. Drinks couldn't have been over $10 for everyone combined (all free refills). So, a nice and cozy dinner for 5 for $120 (before tip) in a warm, comfortable setting that is not hard to re-visit every once in a while. P.S. I said they don't take reservations, but that's not quite true. They do, but only if you're 8 or more. Who usually goes out to eat with 7 other people though?
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Estee w.
Great food great service! Accomidated our large birthday party for my Grandma's 80th birthday. The added gratuity which was fine but only let me have 1 check with 22 people on it, that part was a little awkward. Our server was attentive and very sweet.
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Jason H.
We used to occasionally get take-out from Mazzi's, last night's experience reminded me why we quit. Rating is based on service, since I didn't have the pleasure of eating any food. We placed a take-out order and were told it would be ready in 45 minutes. We found some errands to run and showed up at 45 minutes on the dot. The person handling the take-outs informed us that he had just then put in the order and it would be about 20 minutes and invited us to wait at the bar. I invited him to kiss my ass and we left. It wasn't like they were busy, the restaurant was less than half full. Unless you enjoy pretentious dillwads who think they work in a 5-star restaurant serving Olive Garden-quality food, recommendation is to skip this place. Beppe & Gianni's is way better if you're looking for Italian.
(1)
Carly G.
We were part of a large group for a Bar Mitzvah lunch and were treated like royalty. Our drinks were never empty, the food came in generous portions, and our waitress was attentive. The rolls are delicious and the lasagna was deliciously cheesy. A member of the group had special dietary needs and was accommodated graciously. Overall we had a great experience here!
(5)
Daphne D.
Dude, I remember Mazzi's sucking, but I went there New Year's Day evening, and they were one of two places worth going to that were open... And they straight up RAWKED! The seafood ravioli is so damn fantastic. Their calamari was good. I loved it. I'm making a habit of going. BTW: Also, it's kind of a date place.
(4)
Rachel S.
No. Food is not good, service is comically slow, highly unprofessional wait staff. Not sure how this place is still in business. Go to Beppe and Gianni's or Cafe Noli for Italian food in Eugene.
(1)
mike k.
Good place for Sicillian/Italian in Eugene. The wine list is great, as are the standard spaghetti/lasagna fare. I've also had an excellent salmon here as well. Bonus points to the fact that they have an old school (working) mrs pac man arcade cocktail table in the entrance. Recommended.
(4)
Karl S.
Mazzi's is ok for simple things. I had a pretty good pizza, which was reminiscent of ones in Naples that are thin crust and light on the toppings. The waitress was very pleasant and attentive. The Southern person that panned it as a crack-head hangout (on re-reading his post one wonders why he seems obsessed with drugs?) seemed to have issues about sweet tea. He should realize it is only in the South that such a silly concoction is common; the rest of the US serves ice tea straight, unsweetened - you had however much sugar you want.
(3)
Sheila B.
The bread is delicious and the atmosphere charming. The service horrendous. I've never been treated so poorly in a restaurant. The server was rude and disrespectful. He rushed us, acted very pretentious when it came to wine ordering, snuffed at our choice of entrees, forgot to bring the wine and acted put off when he had to take it off the bill. He never acknowledged our Thanks yous and never smiled and never apologized for forgetting the wine. In fact he acted as if he actually brought it and we were trying to get a free glass. The food was mediocre... I'd take your business elsewhere.
(1)
Cambria C.
I just moved here and Mazzi's is fairly close to where my boyfriend and I live. It was about 8 so I wanted to find something we could get into fast. When we arrived we put our name on the list and were sat within the first 5 minutes which was great and surprising. So we waited about 12 minutes for our server to come by at all. She took our drink and dinner order and returned about 5 minutes later to inform us that she told the cooks to make our dinner first because it was just the two of us and that she just popped some bread in the oven for us but that the dinner might take a while. She returned about 10 minutes later with some bread, and my boyfriends drink but not mine, which by the way I told her I was very excited about. So about 25 minutes pass...(in which time I notice my drink has been at the bar the entire time) and my server finally brings me a semi-flat italian soda and says she will refill my boyfriends soda. She says the food should be up soon and we smile politely. We wait another 15 minutes and we are both rather irritated... We both ordered noodle dishes and the restaurant wasn't even close to packed so why it was taking 45 minutes to bring out spaghetti and fettucini I do not know. So our food finally arrived along with my boyfriends drink. I'm so excited because we are starving and it looks so good. I take a bite and it's cold. not just lukewarm...IT'S COLD! Like it's been sitting out for at least 10 minutes. The noodles are dry, everything is cold, and it's flippin gross. They waitress stops by about 10 minutes later and asks if we need boxes while walking away. I say yes. She walks back a few minutes later and asks if we need boxes again. YES. SHIT! We still need boxes! She grabs our plates and takes them over to the side where she boxes them up and sets them down for about 5 minutes. Finally she brings them back, drops the check... I never complain...I've worked in restaurants many years and I understand things happen happen sometimes but this was flippin ridiculous! I told her that I am not trying to be rude but my food was completely cold when I got it. She looked at me and said "oh no i'm sorry um...do you want some desert?" I said "no, i just" and she said "no, no I'll bring you desert...um I'll tell him about it" and walked away. NO lady, I want you to take my meal off of the bill. I don't want you to box up some more food that I don't want. our bill was 40 dollars for 2 nasty entrees that neither of us really ate. Why would they make us pay for that !? A decent server would have comped SOMETHING besides a desert that I didn't ask for that had hair in it. A good server would have comped our meal and told her manager about the ridiculous service we got. My boyfriend said he's never thought about ditching out on the bill but he was considering it this time. I felt bad and said no, but you know what? We really should have and I regret not doing it! Service was awful food was disgusting, thanks a lot Mazzi's for wasting out time and money!
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Rachel S.
This is a great place for simple, comfort-y Italian food. I hadn't been here for at least 10 years, and it was a surprise that it was *just* what I needed on a Friday night that I didn't feel like cooking. At 7 on a Friday, there was a 20-30 minute wait for a party of two, but that time evaporates pretty quickly when you can order drinks from the bar and take them into the waiting room. It's not exactly out of Italy, but it's not the Olive Garden either. I had the chicken cannelloni, and my mom had spaghetti with mushroom sauce. The chianti was surprisingly delicious -- you could tell we received a just-opened bottle, but it developed nicely over dinner.
(4)
Adam S.
Love Mazzi's...my wife and I eat there at least once a month, and always have great experiences (which is why we keep going back). I usually get the salmon special, but tonight I tried an Italian standard -- spaghetti with meatballs. The meatballs were huge! And delicious. Each meatball was bigger than one of my dinner rolls (my favorite part of the Mazzi's experience, by the way). I like that Mazzi's has a couple of local beers on tap, from Eugene breweries Ninkasi and Laurelwood. We typically try to go just after peak dinner hours, as the place gets pretty packed...if it's a nice evening, as it was tonight, I recommend sitting outside on the patio.
(5)
Super P.
Wow. First time I tried this place was just because it came up on a google search for nearby pizza places in S Eugene. I wanted a margarita pizza, but since they didn't have one I just ordered a cheese pizza with tomatoes on the side. My bf and I were blown away by the time we got it home. It was so fresh and flavorful, we ate the whole thing on the spot! So, after we were punished by Cafe Lucky Noodle two nights before(long story, but in short: nasty attitude, nasty food!), last night we came back to this amazing little place. We walked in and were greeted immediately and offered our choice of indoor or outdoor seating, we chose outdoor. After being shown to our cute little table for two among crawling vines, umbrellas and a calming fountain, we were poured iced water while we perused the wine menu. We had a lovely server with a friendly smile and a comforting energy. Right away she went above and beyond our expectations by bringing us a wine recommendation from the chef after our apparent indecision over wine choices. Good thing she did! The rolls were fresh out of the oven, plentiful and irresistibly good. My bf loved his entree, chicken...something with whipped potatoes and julienned vegis. His meal was perfectly seasoned and prepared, the chicken was tender, the sauce was creamy but not heavy, and the potatoes were light with subtle hints of garlic. He usually doesn't eat zucchini or squash, but he devoured every last sliver.Throughout the meal, the ambiance was homey yet romantic as we ate by candlelight and listened to the fountain as we sipped our wine. We finished the meal off with creme brulee, it was simple but spot-on and delicious. The meal was unpretentious- no extravagant garnishes or crazy fusion, just fresh ingredients paired well and prepared perfectly. It set the mood for an unforgettable dinner and a movie date. We will undoubtedly be back again and again.
(5)
Preston B.
If you scroll down to Cambrias review you will see our experience was about the same. Sat down and waited 15 minutes before our waitress stopped by. Though friendly, the service was horrible. My wife's dinner was served ice cold. To make up for the time it took to reheat it our waitress dropped another glass of wine by the table, but my wife neither asked or wanted another glass of wine. Then, two hours later when we were still trying to escape I asked the host if he could take payment for our still to appear bill but he said he couldn't help me. Overall my wife and I felt as if we had been tortured for the last 2 hours, the experience was that horrible. So sad because this is where we had our first date over twenty years ago and now we'll never go back. You can't give each waitress 10+ tables and a shared bus boy and give good service. I brought this up with the waitress and apparently the reasoning behind this is so the wait staff can make more in tips at the sacrifice of good service
(2)
Frank P.
New to Eugene really enjoyed the red sauce, actually everything. Service super.
(5)
Don J.
The service was great. However, the food tasted like it was straight out of a can or the freezer. I was very unimpressed by the cheese ravioli which was supposed to be the staple of their menu. I will not be going back to Mazzi's.
(2)
Jessica R.
I have no complaints about the food; it's a step up from Olive Garden but still pretty Americanized. The atmosphere is cozy and yes, date like. What will keep me from going back during the dinner rush is the noise level. Came here with my brother and we couldn't hear each other across the table.
(3)
Brynn M.
This use to be one of my favorite resturants back when I was in high school, but it seems to have declined over the years. The atmosphere is great. Very rustic and homey. The service is give or take, dependiing on the day of the week and time you go. Sometimes it's great, others I have been close to getting up and leaving. The menu hasn't changed much, but the quality of the food isn't what it use to be. Still beats going to Olive Garden or other such place (usually), but wouldn't be my first choice for a special night out.
(3)
Avialle J.
The food alone at Mazzi's is five-star. I think that they have the highest quality Italian food of any restaurant here in Eugene. However, I can't give them five stars for this review because of the long wait and slow service. I don't know if they are busy every single night, but when we went it was 40-50 minutes wait to even get a table, 30 min wait to get our orders, then almost another hour to actually get the food. Needless to say, we were very hungry by the time the food arrived. The items were pricey but I felt the quality of the food merited it. Although the service was super slow and not very attentive, I would not say that anyone was impolite or rude to us, but neither was it glowingly cheerful. I think that the food was worth the wait, but it's not a place I would go back to very frequently and especially not when I'm hungry and want to eat any time within the next hour. A visit to Mazzi's would probably be best with friends who don't mind socializing and entertaining yourselves while waiting for the food.
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Romantic Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : No Has TV : No Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
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Kambria G.
My experience here was a 3 star. The atmosphere and service was great, but that can only go so far. The rolls were Delicious, but my boyfriend and I both ordered an entree that was very expensive and sounded promising, but both were not impressed. I would reccomend coming here on a romantic date for sure, but wouldn't reccomend it if you are picky.
(3)R T.
The lowest end of Italian food maybe one step above Olive Garden, if that... Nothing was authentic about this place or the food. Dishes were over salted and they don't turn tables. Old fart food!
(1)Erinn B.
I used to come to this restaurant when I was a kid. It was always pleasant and the food was good. This time not so much. We waited well over an hour to get our food and we were one of the first ones in at 5pm on a Sunday. The cocktail I had was good, not worth $8 though. When I was a kid the food was great here. Now it's mediocre. The fettuccini was extremely salty and the chicken was dry. I didn't make a fuss about it because I didn't want to be a jerk. Service was slow and I feel like we were mostly forgotten about. I probably won't be back.
(2)Robert B.
The food was average, the service was poor. My daughter ordered lasagna and I ordered calzone. The party I was a part of was big, 18 people, so I'll give the kitchen a little break. However, 90 minutes to get our food seems long, we had no appetizers. They forgot my drink twice and once I got it, never refilled it even though I asked. I think what was really difficult to forgive is my calzone was burnt, badly, I didn't eat it. I left it to show the waiter to show him. The Buser came and took the plate. I told him to be sure to show the waiter, he didn't. I know this because when the waiter returned I asked him what he would do about it. He didn't know. He said he would "take care of me." However, when I got the bill it was not adjusted. I asked if he would make an adjustment for the burned food. He said he would, when he came back he just said "sorry, I can't do anything." After two hours and twenty minutes my party was just done. I was so excited to eat here and now, I'm just disappointed. I expected such a good meal. As a side note, not only was the calzone burnt, the vegetables were raw (the mushrooms had a crunch). Lastly, when we asked to have the bill split the waiter said it would take an hour to split it and that he wanted us to figure out who had what and pay for it. Kinda awkward.
(2)Melissa W.
This is a solid stand by for the hubby and I on date night. Keep in mind this is comfort Italian food. Think homemade pasta and scratch made sauces. I rarely explore the specials menu because when we come here I'm usually in the mood for a heaping plate of pasta smothered in yums and that is what is delivered. I don't think the prices are exorbitant at all and you can expect to pay as much or more at Olive Garden for pasty pasta shaped goo. I love that they have opened a full bar. DH and I will be back the next time I want to get my Alfredo on.
(5)A S.
Went with a big group that contained both adults and kids, and it wasn't terrible. I liked the look of the bar area and they had a big open fireplace in the middle. It would actually be a good place to go on a date night -- not so much for large groups. The service was adequate, but the food wasn't terribly exciting. I would certainly try it again, but I would avoid doing so with a large group and I'd hope to find a gem on the menu that was tasty.
(3)Lux I.
All I can say is WOW! So glad to find such a gem in Eugene. First off the fresh rolls were delicious. The calamari was seasoned and fried perfectly and was wonderful. My boyfriends salad looked and tasted great. We had a few italian sodas and they were yummy as well. I had the chicken picatta which came with roasted veggies and fettuccine alfredo. It was just the best, I couldnt stop eating it. The side of pasta which I didnt even care about too much turned out to be one of my favorite parts as well. Some of the best fettucinne alfredo I have ever had. Boyfriend had the cannelloni and loved it. Service became a little slow as they got more busy and we didnt mind waiting that much. But then without us even asking our server comped our drinks and gave us a free cheesecake to go because of the wait! Can you say amazing customer service? I was very impressed. A rare restaurant experience that went just above and beyond expectations and I just cant wait to go back!
(5)Katie B.
The food was the only good part of my husband and I's experience at Mazzi's. Our waiter basically ignored us the whole hour and a half we were there. It was early on a Monday evening so there was no crowd and they had plenty of staff, just no one to pay attention to us! But the WORST part of our experience was where we were seated, along the wall that the patio is attached to. Every single waiter who opened the door to the patio let the door slam itself shut, shaking the wall and our table. Absolutely ridiculous, fortunately their wait staff is so terrible that they didn't actually go outside that often to check on the tables out there. To be fair, the reason it took them an hour and a half for our food to reach us was probably the lasagna my husband ordered. No wonder they give you free rolls, so you don't starve before your food is ready.
(2)James D.
Well, maybe it was because they had not anticipated such a crowd a couple days before Christmas. Maybe they did not notice all the reservations. Maybe being in business for about 40 years does not mean they've figured out staffing. Or maybe our waiter just wasn't that good. Probably the latter. Which explains why we had to get extra water ourselves. Some of the food was really pretty good. However, the salmon special was singed (my daughter described it as burnt but I'm being nice). What had probably started out as a beautiful hunk of salmon, full of potential, ended up on her plate as hunk of charred fish. I ordered the cioppino. I love cioppino, and have eaten it many times--but never here. It is described on the menu as "shrimp, scallops, clams and fresh fish in a hearty tomato broth served with a green salad and lots of bread. This is a meal!" The plate arrived, looking very pretty with eight clams (I think) arranged around the perimeter, partially submerged in the tomato sauce/broth. I spotted sever small bay scallops and a handful of shrimp. It was ok. The sauce was a bit on the broth side of things. The shrimp were slightly tough. The scallops were small, but hey, that's the way of seafood any more. I asked about the bread ("lots of bread") and was told that the bread referred to the bread basket on the table -- no different bread for this course. Oh. What ruined it was that there was NO FISH. What?!? Forget it. Deal over. Cioppino without fish? Take it off the menu if you don't have fish.
(2)M W.
I love Mazzi's and have been going here since I was little. Some of my favorite Italian food in Eugene! The food is always delicious. Unfortunately I can't say the same about their staff. Numerous occasions they've been flat out rude. I called to make a resversation and the man was SO mean to me that I don't think I'll ever be going back. Disappointed.
(3)Steve M.
Like others I see, I'm reluctant to write this review, but it is, what it is. The last time I was in Mazzi's was in the 1970s or 1980s. I happen to be in Eugene and was surprised to see it still there, so I tried it... I had great memories of their salad's, pizza and main Italian courses. They are but memories, at least what I experienced. I won't be returning. Entering Mazzi's, it does remind me of the 1970s... the staff did everything mechanically correct, but that's all. I was never asked how anything tasted, if there was anything I needed, nor did I receive any suggestions. They just weren't helpful or seemed to care...they went thru the motions. In my party I ordered the chicken picata. It was bland, tasteless, I strained to see more than 4 or 5 capers. It came with some buttered noodles and a vege mixture. Did I mention it was bland and tasteless? I also ordered the caesar salad. It bears no memory to the great salads I had there in the past. It was totally forgettable, wish I had never ordered it. The bread also did not match my memories...I felt no desire to grab a second piece... Without drinks, my check for the 5 in my party came to $110... I wish that $110 was still in my bank account. I don't know how that Mazzi's has survived this long, dare I say, it's nearing the end of its existence. Such a disappointment. From what I hear, Eugene needs a decent Italian place. Rest in peace.
(2)Janjan R.
This is our second time at Mazzi's. Our first time was with our doctor friend who bought a groupon. The food was great, but she wasn't able to use the groupon because they don't work on Fridays. She moved to another state recently and gave us the printed groupon. We were so excited because the food was good and we wanted to go back. We got there this evening and told our host that we have a groupon to use. She took us our table and said the groupon was OK. The food was great! We ordered calamari, glasses of wine, pizza and pasta and even tiramisu for desert. That would have been a perfect evening. My partner even said that the pizza is the best he's had in Eugene. We asked for the check and handed the groupon to the server. She came back to us and said that it's only good for "Party of four". There was nothing printed on the paper about that. She said that if you used a COLORED printer, then it would print out. She was actually polite and offered to call the manager, which we requested. The manager, Yasmin, came to us and said that the groupon is only good for party of four and she said the same thing, "If we had printed in color, we would be able to read the other conditions." We didn't give much of a fight and was about to pay but requested to voice to the manager our discontent. We were very diplomatic. We said that we loved the food and I'm sure she'd love for other people to enjoy their food, but that we just felt awful about the groupon not being honored. We just wanted her to know. She said "Well, if you're going to threaten me that way, then let me get that groupon from you. It's not my fault if you did not read the conditions printed in the email before you printed it" She said that in a very condescending tone which made all the blood rush to my head. I said, "well, as you know, there is nothing printed on that paper about having four people to be able to use it, and that was actually a gift to us by a friend, so we didn't have the email you are referring to." "Wow, that's a very good excuse," she said. I said, "Well, that's the truth and that is not an excuse." She tore the groupon in half in front of us and walked inside to scan it. My heart was pounding so hard, that I wanted to slap her. How dare she accuse us of lying? Very inappropriate and uncalled for. After paying and giving appropriate tips, we walked out. Really bothered, we approached her again and asked if she was the owner. She said no and we asked for it. Frank Ernandez. I told her that her customer orientation is all wrong and that we would let the owner know how she treated us that night, even accusing us of lying. She said "Be my guest, and thanks for coming!" with a smug look on her face. As for us, we initially came here excited to have great food, use our groupon, and come back in the future for more, BUT AFTER TONIGHT, I'm just happy that we got to use the groupon, as there won't be a next time. I certainly hope the owner is reading this as his current manager, Yasmin, has crossed all the lines of customer service and has no business being a manager.
(1)Mark S.
Good forward Italian food. The calzones are fantastic. I get the spaghetti with meat sauce and two meatballs. I like to eat, and it fills me up. You can try anything on the menu and be pleased with the food. It is a must visit if you are in Eugene.
(4)Libi K.
I love Mazzi's and Hideaway Bakery. I wish there wasa Mazzis and Hideaway Bakery in every town. the bread is fabulous and the fresh vegetables from their own farms are wonderful AND I LOVE the spumoni ice cream AND!!! the Restaurant and Bakery staff are GREAT!!!!!!
(5)Bryon C.
Why is there always a wait? Simple! Best Italian food in town. Period! I can't believe SW of the reviews on here. If you think O.G. is even close you are crazy. Top notch staff, all natural ingredients, and delightful drinks make this a must if you are looking for the best Italian food in town.
(5)John H.
Loved the appetizers here - specifically the calamari and stuffed mushrooms. The calamari was done very light, and the mushrooms were delicious, covered with bubbling mozzarella. Lots of delicious beers on tap. As for the entrees, they were nicely sized and tasted fine, but not extraordinary. Seafood linguine was really heavy on mini scallops. Great atmosphere and fine service, although my sister in law got her salad at the same time we all got our entrees. Also be forewarned the house salad is a creamy Italian, not a vinaigrette.
(3)John T.
Because of some poor planning on my part and some traffic along the way, i ended up in Eugene rather late and was limited on options and decided to just give this place a try. decor was nice, the bread they started us on was delicious. I was informed this isn't the usual bread, they ran out of dinner rolls and this was the bread from next door. If this is the backup plan i was wondering how delicious is the dinner roll. Then this is where it went downhill fast. the food we had was rather bad. i had the calzone which was like old store bought dough with meager filling inside. my friend's plate of pasta was bland. i don't think they seasoned the water that they cooked the pasta in. plus the alfredo sauce lacked any substance. just poor finish to a good start and for the price i paid, i should have just ate fast food.
(3)Joe B.
good traditional American-Italian fair. fresh ingredients, fresh baked bread, friendly staff. Nice atmosphere. not pretentious. OK prices.
(4)Shane M.
Last night, I had the great displeasure of eating at Mazzi's. I went with my girlfriend, her mother, and several other members of her family. I'm not sure how much crack you have to smoke to make this food taste "fine" or "good", as the other reviewers have stated. I encourage you all to seek substance abuse therapy. This food was "like cardboard", "horrible" and "abhorrent". (Look at all my fancy words!) Our waitress seemed irritated that we even showed up. I asked for sweet tea to drink. Sweet tea. Not battery acid. Not sewage. Yet, she had to ask, "What is sweet tea?" Ahem, you mentally incompetent server - it's quite simple to describe: It is TEA that is SWEET. ADJECTIVE + NOUN = PRODUCT. I can't be the first person to ever ask you for sweet tea. I'm really glad I didn't ask for an Arnold Palmer. She might have brought me a golfer. Shall we get to the food? As far as dog food goes, it was the best dog food ever prepared. The Alpo company had better watch their back, because they have some serious competition in the canine food arena. (My girlfriend has corrected me - This isn't a "Dog Food Restaurant"? WHAT?! They're serving this food to people? It's fit for human consumption? Oh dear...) I ordered the Stromboli. What I got was a giant hot pocket topped with not-very-ripe tomatoes. If this restaurant actually serves fresh produce, their gardening techniques are... probably being directed by people on crystal meth. The contents of my Stromboli were somewhat cooked. Somewhat. You don't want to go and cook the food too much. People will start expecting it. My girlfriend ordered the eggplant parmesan. She got a piece of damp piece of cardboard covered with Kraft powdered cheese. She ate one bite. I'm not sure if anyone at the table really enjoyed the food. Yet, we thought, "Let's get dessert." We ordered the Tiramisu. Perhaps by luck, they were out of it. Given the quality of the rest of the meal, we were probably saved from a damp sponge covered in cinnamon. I ended up with mocha cheesecake. It obviously wasn't prepared at Mazzi's, because it was actually decent. I was just in a hurry to get the taste of my meal of out my mouth. So, in conclusion: Mazzi's is what happens when you allow a group of crystal meth addicts to commandeer and Olive Garden, and then double the prices of everything on the menu. I'm tempted to start my career as an arsonist early now, just to save everyone from potential food poisoning. NEVER. EVER. EAT. HERE. (Unless you're being held at gunpoint. In which case, you can hope your captors choke on the food, allowing you to escape!)
(1)Michelle Y.
we live in north eugene so mazzi's is never really on our radar - but we made the trek and it was totally worth it. this place gets crazy busy and I probably wouldn't wait for a table but we got in immediately for dinner at the old people's hour (5:30). our server - can't remember her name - a spunky lady w/short blonde hair - was awesome and food was pretty darn good. obviously they've got it figured out as they've been open forever.
(4)Dan T.
Quite good. Very nice decor. Kind of a long wait, but it was a busy Saturday night. Everyone was friendly and helpful. Food was great.
(4)Peter H.
I've always really enjoyed eating here. The service is great. The price is affordable, and they have the best darn bread you've ever had. Worth a try.
(4)Tony L.
I've eaten here a few times while living in Eugene, in fact just 7,1mins from this restaurant! Just off Amazon but easy to find, has a small parking lot on an incline. Big dining area including a terrace which is busy and crowded on sunny days. Salads are good along with the soups; I've had a few of their pasta but the bread is very good. I think the first item I ever ordered here was their calamari fritti. It's lightly floured and served with lemon aioli. at $9.50 it's quite a big plate that can serve 3 or 4. I ate it all meself ;-) Though the prices seem high, I think it's quite reasonable considering that in Eugene you can pay $8 for a pancake. Very dark interior lighting at night so bring your flashlights, but very nice decor. Don't miss the restored antique kitchen stove located as you enter and on your left just before entering the dining area!!
(3)Clare H.
Last night, my boyfriend and I decided last minute to eat at Mazzy's Italian restaurant. The night before, the parking lot had been quite full and we weren't sure what the crowds would be like on a Tuesday night. We drove up and the tiny parking lot was nearly empty. Good sign for a romantic dinner setting. The windowless wooden door leading into the restaurant made me feel like I was walking into someone's home and the smell of fresh baked bread and tomato sauce was inviting. We were given a rectangular table to sit at next to the window. I ordered an Italian Pinot Grigio and he ordered a double IPA (extra hop flavor for those that are fans) The setting was pleasant and clean. The tangled brush wrapped around the water statue out front was calming. The waitress was fantastic, friendly, conversational, and accurate. She even brought us a vase of flowers that had been missing from the table. The rolls were warm and baked fresh and even as leftovers the next day, I had difficulty setting them down to eat other things on the plate. Stuffed mushrooms covered in cheese that dripped long oozing strands when scooped from the bowl. Steamed clams in garlic and spices. Delicious (but not as good as others I have tried). Caesar salad for dinner because I wanted to make sure I had room for dessert. The lettuce had a little too much dressing on it but the freshly grated parmesan was a nice touch. The other side of the table had a white clam sauce linguini and red mushroom sauce cheese ravioli combo. Both were tasty. The white sauce was much lighter than most I have had and the ravioli was perfectly stuffed. The mushroom sauce however, tasted like something that came out of a can. Leftovers securely packaged with extra rolls, we were ready to try dessert. As the other half had never had a creme broule before, we ordered that. Slightly disappointing in that the center hadn't been torched long enough and the sugar hadn't hardened to brittle perfection. It tasted fine though. The prices were reasonable for the quality of the meal and I will be coming again soon.
(4)Lisa J.
I had purchased a Living Social/Groupon/whatever a few months ago and I was looking forward to some calzone. There aren't many calzone places in Eugene anymore! A girlfriend and I decided on an early dinner on Tuesday night and I was shocked by how crowded the parking lot was. It was a Tuesday after all! Come to find out, there is a bakery behind them that has a pizza special and it's quite the draw. After parking on the street, I made my way inside. Thankfully, it wasn't Mazzi's that was drawing in the crowd. The hostess was nice enough I guess but not "welcoming". I was offered a drink, water and yummy bread while I waited. We dined on the patio which was really nice. Our waitress was wonderful. Not only was she attentive but she was engaging and offered her recommendations when asked. The owner (I assume) even came out and was speaking to the guests. Nice man that appears to have a truly personal attachment to the restaurant. The food was good. We split a calzone (and still had enough for left overs), soup, salad and spumoni. The calzone was pretty good. I would have liked more toppings but the crust was great. I forgot to ask for meat sauce (note to self: get the meat topping!) but the marinara was good. All in all, it was a nice evening. I'm sure we'll be back.
(3)Renee O.
I cannot get enough of Mazzis. Talk about an amazing ambiance and amazing rolls to start your meal off right. The prices are great too. I'm from Eugene and this place never gets old. A large group or a date night, Mazzi's won't let you down.
(5)marie b.
GROSS ravioli and not to impressed with the bread rolls either! SO spendy and you have to pay another 7 dollars to get soup and salad! So, 22 a plate and the food just isn't worth it. The best thing I had was their creamy pesto salad dressing but trust me, you can do better! For the prices just go to ambrosia if you want good italian!
(2)Jessica O.
Yah ~ Not really a fan. The only thing in my opinion that Mazzi's has going for it is the creamy pesto salad dressing, but I would rather make my own than have to deal with Mazzi's to have it. Heres the thing, while the dining area is super spacious, the overall feel is a little....well.....off. I will say that they gave me my first experience ever of listening to salsa music whilst eating Italian food. Our server was "just not that into us", and I don't know about you, but one thing I love about say, Beppe and Gianni's is all of that fan-freaking-tastic bread. I am a carb slor. So when our server brought out a "basket" that contained 2 (yes you read that right, 2.) rolls that were hard as rocks with those freezing cold, tin wrapped "pats" of butter, I nearly cried. For the prices, I would have happily eaten at the OLIVE GARDEN over this place. Seriously. At least the Olive Garden brings me copious amounts of bread and salad, AND would never serve me COLD fettuccine alfredo. *Sigh* Beppe & Gianni's....I will never betray you again.
(2)Betsy F.
Oh Mazzi's. Some of my very favorite memories of my fiancé and my 1st dates are of us nuzzled up to the bar, the crackling fire slowly rapping a warm blanket around us, the candle light dancing off of our faces, the buzz of conversation swirling around us and the smell of garlic in the air... maybe it was the man, maybe it was the Merlot but either way I fell in love at Mazzi's. If in the mood for a fast dinner don't stop in... You should not go to Mazzi's just for dinner... You go to Mazzi's for the experience of going to Mazzi's... you know crackling fire, candle light, the wine, the buzz in the air... It's got such a wonderful atmosphere. Matt and tend to enjoy sitting at the Bar the best; we both enjoy a closer relationship to our wine provider. Because of this the service is alway prefect. If we aren't at the bar, we're in their out door sitting area. Which is beautiful. And surprisingly I tend to forget that we are right next to the road. I tend to go for the Daily Specials as I feel that sometime the menu can get a bit boring. I don't think it's changed since my mom worked their 20 years ago. As Emily S. has already pointed out it is "quite extensive"... pages and pages of Calzones, Pizza's, Paste, Pork, Chicken.... it just goes on and on. But I dont care... having a lot of choices never bothered me any. If you've had bad service I would suggest trying just one more time, belly up to the bar style. It's a great way to guaranty good service.
(5)sarah k.
I loved Mazzi's atmosphere. I felt very comfortable and relaxed and I enjoyed the decor and lighting very much. However... the food- was it from a can? I can't be sure. I didn't realize that pasta with tomato sauce would actually be.. just tomato sauce. I also have to admit it was the poorest sample of minestrone that I've encountered. The fresh rolls were delicious- but when it came to the meal, I was only more disappointed in the amount of the check.
(2)Emily S.
Mazzi's gets points for the warm, cozy atmosphere and it's environmental ethics. While the menu might be typical Italian fare, it's not your typical Italian restaurant. Much of the vegetables served are grown on a farm just over the hill, and they use organic wheat and salvaged lumber for their wood burning ovens. Meat and poultry is hormone free and free range, I believe. The menu is quite extensive. There are the usual suspects: lasagne, ravioli, calzones, etc. and then there are the revolving specials. We've enjoyed the pan fried trout, the salmon and the wildmushroom ravioli off the special menu. The pasta is lovely, and homemade, I think. I've had good service at Mazzi's. We took family to eat there the day after our wedding this summer, and the server graciously waived the corkage fees for our wedding wine we brought. The place is always busy, so despite some of the negative reviews here, they must be doing something right.
(4)Mayo F.
As far as price-value, I feel your paying for atmosphere and tradition more than for the food. I have been coming here since I was a kid back in the 80's. I had not gone to Mazzi's for at least a decade until last year. I have been there five times since. Some of their servers are arrogant and unpleasant. The rest are totally awesome. It is a crap shoot sometimes. The thing I hate the most is when I order a pizza or calizone, it seems like they put all of the toppings in the middle of my dish. The guy named Dane is a good guy. He does what he can for you.
(4)Matt W.
Mazzi's is an appealing old style family italian restaurant. The few times we've ventured down to the south Eugene eatery, it has always been crowded. This brings me to my first complaint which is the long wait getting seated; not their fault of course, but I hoped for a cold drink on a hot summers night but there were no offers of a beverage to the waiting guests. We were eventually seated outside and were quickly helped by friendly staff. My appetizer salad was on the small side (for the $7 price) which was made up for by the tasty (and filling) bread. Unfortunately the fusilli in my vegetarian pasta were overcooked (mushy) and the grilled summer squash & zucchini a little under cooked (cool and crunchy). My wife's pizza was the real reason for the two star rating. I like my pizza, traditional or otherwise, but the sauce was Chef Boyardee-ish, the dough and cheese undercooked and the pepperoni didn't have any zest or flavor. I tried to cover up the pizza's shortcomings with a heavy coat of parmesan cheese, but the cheese inside the shaker was in one pick lump and wouldn't come out. To top of the dining experience, Mazzi's refused to honor my Groupon and the manager actually tried to argue with me even when I pointed out the fine print on the voucher didn't make mention of how many entrees needed to be ordered. Two thumb's down for Mazzi's :(
(2)Jean S.
Couldn't have been more disappointed. Anyone who thinks this food is remotedly decent needs to have their taste buds checked out. I've never had such bad service in my life. My husband and I went for dinner on our anniversary because we heard so many nice things about it. It was all crap. Way too expensive for something that tasted like a frozen entree from costco. I wish I couls give this joint a half star rating, but it doesn't even deserve that. I have to say it again: WORST SERVICE IN MY LIFE. TERRIBLE. FOOD.
(1)William R.
Mazzi's food was OK. It was a little bland, but other than that it was fine. The wait staff was nice and they did a good job taking care of us. It seems to be a good place to take your family as there were several families dining when we visited Mazzi's. I probably won't go there again, but I can't recommend against going there either. I haven't been able to find an Italian place in Eugene that I actually like. Until that happens, I guess Mazzi's is about as good or bad as anywhere else.
(3)S W.
We went early (opening time on a Friday), as it seems to get really busy. The service was excellent and the food was very good with generous portions. The company I was with didn't hurt either. I would recommend this place in a heartbeat!
(5)Chris H.
Oh Mazzis, how I like thee! First off, I'll say that I feel a little weird giving Mazzi's and Belly the same rating, so Mazzi's you've got to get the 2 stars. (Full Disclosure: Belly should be rated at 4 stars if you're only looking at Eugene restaurants). Anyway, tonight I went to dinner here for a job interview as part of the interviewing committee (Note: They apparently don't directly charge the university like many others in town, but it wasn't an issue). I've been to Mazzi's dozens of times previous to this one, but they have all been about the same: Nothing to make you want to rush back, but ok. For me, the best part about this restaurant is Hideaway Bakery. The fresh baked bread is hard to beat, and it's a great start to a good meal. Needless to say, I ate a couple pieces of bread as we were waiting. Hot, soft on the inside, and a hard crust make for a perfect roll. We skipped alcohol on this trip, but it's worth mentioning that the wine selection is pretty good here; although, they don't have a ton of options by the glass. The full bar is nice as well, for those so inclined. The atmosphere was very welcome as today we experienced monsoon rains (heavier than the usual monsoon rains). The fire was going in the main room and it felt very cozy and warm inside. We had to wait for a while because the restaurant was packed, and when we were seated, it looked like there was plenty of room. Normally, one might wonder "what the hell?" at this point, but I think it ties back into how Mazzi's is run. You might have to wait a little while, even though there IS room to sit, but the service you get for waiting is good. If they sat everyone, the kitchen and servers would be swamped (Another Note: It was Wednesday night). I ended up ordering the Cioppino because I love that stuff and I had not tried it at Mazzi's yet. My colleagues got either the Red Snapper or the Salmon special. We all had salads with our meal, and they looked great upon arrival. Mine was delicious; lightly coated with the house italian dressing and some freshly cracked pepper. When the meals came, I knew I should have got one of the specials too. No offense to the Cioppino, but the other dishes looked a lot better and a bit more substantial. Having said that, my meal was very filling. The seafood in the Cioppino tasted fresh and freshly cooked. A telltale sign were the shrimp, which were soft, succulent and nowhere near overcooked. Considering how easy it is to overcook shrimp, I was impressed. The scallops were great as well; although they were a little too cooked. Then again, most probably don't enjoy scallops the way they're supposed to be eaten. The calamari was perfect, and I even got some intact bodies (think tentacles). It was hard to detect the fresh fish, if it was in there at all. The clams, however, were perfect. Now, beyond the actual seafood in this dish, we come to the broth. Here is where I was actually disappointed. The broth was fresh tasting, a little tart and very tomato. The only thing was that it tasted canned. I'm used to a more seasoned Cioppino I guess, so my tastebuds were left wanting. I've had Cioppino before that blew my mind. It was complex, well-seasoned, and the broth had taken on characteristics from the seafood and other 'secret' additions. This Cioppino seemed like they took the seafood from the skillet and dumped it into a bowl of tomato sauce that could have just as easily been inside a stromboli. In fact, I've had the stromboli here, and, well, you get the point. At the end of the meal, I was satisfied and not overly stuffed--always a plus in my book. No one had any issues with their food (I won't count the shrimp in mine that still had 1/2 its shell on). The service was fast, thorough and friendly. I didn't pay the bill, or see it, but I know that all of our meals were basically $18 each. The salad came with mine, but theirs were extra. If we assume $5 for those, that's another $20 on top of $90 for dinner. Drinks couldn't have been over $10 for everyone combined (all free refills). So, a nice and cozy dinner for 5 for $120 (before tip) in a warm, comfortable setting that is not hard to re-visit every once in a while. P.S. I said they don't take reservations, but that's not quite true. They do, but only if you're 8 or more. Who usually goes out to eat with 7 other people though?
(2)Estee w.
Great food great service! Accomidated our large birthday party for my Grandma's 80th birthday. The added gratuity which was fine but only let me have 1 check with 22 people on it, that part was a little awkward. Our server was attentive and very sweet.
(5)Jason H.
We used to occasionally get take-out from Mazzi's, last night's experience reminded me why we quit. Rating is based on service, since I didn't have the pleasure of eating any food. We placed a take-out order and were told it would be ready in 45 minutes. We found some errands to run and showed up at 45 minutes on the dot. The person handling the take-outs informed us that he had just then put in the order and it would be about 20 minutes and invited us to wait at the bar. I invited him to kiss my ass and we left. It wasn't like they were busy, the restaurant was less than half full. Unless you enjoy pretentious dillwads who think they work in a 5-star restaurant serving Olive Garden-quality food, recommendation is to skip this place. Beppe & Gianni's is way better if you're looking for Italian.
(1)Carly G.
We were part of a large group for a Bar Mitzvah lunch and were treated like royalty. Our drinks were never empty, the food came in generous portions, and our waitress was attentive. The rolls are delicious and the lasagna was deliciously cheesy. A member of the group had special dietary needs and was accommodated graciously. Overall we had a great experience here!
(5)Daphne D.
Dude, I remember Mazzi's sucking, but I went there New Year's Day evening, and they were one of two places worth going to that were open... And they straight up RAWKED! The seafood ravioli is so damn fantastic. Their calamari was good. I loved it. I'm making a habit of going. BTW: Also, it's kind of a date place.
(4)Rachel S.
No. Food is not good, service is comically slow, highly unprofessional wait staff. Not sure how this place is still in business. Go to Beppe and Gianni's or Cafe Noli for Italian food in Eugene.
(1)mike k.
Good place for Sicillian/Italian in Eugene. The wine list is great, as are the standard spaghetti/lasagna fare. I've also had an excellent salmon here as well. Bonus points to the fact that they have an old school (working) mrs pac man arcade cocktail table in the entrance. Recommended.
(4)Karl S.
Mazzi's is ok for simple things. I had a pretty good pizza, which was reminiscent of ones in Naples that are thin crust and light on the toppings. The waitress was very pleasant and attentive. The Southern person that panned it as a crack-head hangout (on re-reading his post one wonders why he seems obsessed with drugs?) seemed to have issues about sweet tea. He should realize it is only in the South that such a silly concoction is common; the rest of the US serves ice tea straight, unsweetened - you had however much sugar you want.
(3)Sheila B.
The bread is delicious and the atmosphere charming. The service horrendous. I've never been treated so poorly in a restaurant. The server was rude and disrespectful. He rushed us, acted very pretentious when it came to wine ordering, snuffed at our choice of entrees, forgot to bring the wine and acted put off when he had to take it off the bill. He never acknowledged our Thanks yous and never smiled and never apologized for forgetting the wine. In fact he acted as if he actually brought it and we were trying to get a free glass. The food was mediocre... I'd take your business elsewhere.
(1)Cambria C.
I just moved here and Mazzi's is fairly close to where my boyfriend and I live. It was about 8 so I wanted to find something we could get into fast. When we arrived we put our name on the list and were sat within the first 5 minutes which was great and surprising. So we waited about 12 minutes for our server to come by at all. She took our drink and dinner order and returned about 5 minutes later to inform us that she told the cooks to make our dinner first because it was just the two of us and that she just popped some bread in the oven for us but that the dinner might take a while. She returned about 10 minutes later with some bread, and my boyfriends drink but not mine, which by the way I told her I was very excited about. So about 25 minutes pass...(in which time I notice my drink has been at the bar the entire time) and my server finally brings me a semi-flat italian soda and says she will refill my boyfriends soda. She says the food should be up soon and we smile politely. We wait another 15 minutes and we are both rather irritated... We both ordered noodle dishes and the restaurant wasn't even close to packed so why it was taking 45 minutes to bring out spaghetti and fettucini I do not know. So our food finally arrived along with my boyfriends drink. I'm so excited because we are starving and it looks so good. I take a bite and it's cold. not just lukewarm...IT'S COLD! Like it's been sitting out for at least 10 minutes. The noodles are dry, everything is cold, and it's flippin gross. They waitress stops by about 10 minutes later and asks if we need boxes while walking away. I say yes. She walks back a few minutes later and asks if we need boxes again. YES. SHIT! We still need boxes! She grabs our plates and takes them over to the side where she boxes them up and sets them down for about 5 minutes. Finally she brings them back, drops the check... I never complain...I've worked in restaurants many years and I understand things happen happen sometimes but this was flippin ridiculous! I told her that I am not trying to be rude but my food was completely cold when I got it. She looked at me and said "oh no i'm sorry um...do you want some desert?" I said "no, i just" and she said "no, no I'll bring you desert...um I'll tell him about it" and walked away. NO lady, I want you to take my meal off of the bill. I don't want you to box up some more food that I don't want. our bill was 40 dollars for 2 nasty entrees that neither of us really ate. Why would they make us pay for that !? A decent server would have comped SOMETHING besides a desert that I didn't ask for that had hair in it. A good server would have comped our meal and told her manager about the ridiculous service we got. My boyfriend said he's never thought about ditching out on the bill but he was considering it this time. I felt bad and said no, but you know what? We really should have and I regret not doing it! Service was awful food was disgusting, thanks a lot Mazzi's for wasting out time and money!
(1)Rachel S.
This is a great place for simple, comfort-y Italian food. I hadn't been here for at least 10 years, and it was a surprise that it was *just* what I needed on a Friday night that I didn't feel like cooking. At 7 on a Friday, there was a 20-30 minute wait for a party of two, but that time evaporates pretty quickly when you can order drinks from the bar and take them into the waiting room. It's not exactly out of Italy, but it's not the Olive Garden either. I had the chicken cannelloni, and my mom had spaghetti with mushroom sauce. The chianti was surprisingly delicious -- you could tell we received a just-opened bottle, but it developed nicely over dinner.
(4)Adam S.
Love Mazzi's...my wife and I eat there at least once a month, and always have great experiences (which is why we keep going back). I usually get the salmon special, but tonight I tried an Italian standard -- spaghetti with meatballs. The meatballs were huge! And delicious. Each meatball was bigger than one of my dinner rolls (my favorite part of the Mazzi's experience, by the way). I like that Mazzi's has a couple of local beers on tap, from Eugene breweries Ninkasi and Laurelwood. We typically try to go just after peak dinner hours, as the place gets pretty packed...if it's a nice evening, as it was tonight, I recommend sitting outside on the patio.
(5)Super P.
Wow. First time I tried this place was just because it came up on a google search for nearby pizza places in S Eugene. I wanted a margarita pizza, but since they didn't have one I just ordered a cheese pizza with tomatoes on the side. My bf and I were blown away by the time we got it home. It was so fresh and flavorful, we ate the whole thing on the spot! So, after we were punished by Cafe Lucky Noodle two nights before(long story, but in short: nasty attitude, nasty food!), last night we came back to this amazing little place. We walked in and were greeted immediately and offered our choice of indoor or outdoor seating, we chose outdoor. After being shown to our cute little table for two among crawling vines, umbrellas and a calming fountain, we were poured iced water while we perused the wine menu. We had a lovely server with a friendly smile and a comforting energy. Right away she went above and beyond our expectations by bringing us a wine recommendation from the chef after our apparent indecision over wine choices. Good thing she did! The rolls were fresh out of the oven, plentiful and irresistibly good. My bf loved his entree, chicken...something with whipped potatoes and julienned vegis. His meal was perfectly seasoned and prepared, the chicken was tender, the sauce was creamy but not heavy, and the potatoes were light with subtle hints of garlic. He usually doesn't eat zucchini or squash, but he devoured every last sliver.Throughout the meal, the ambiance was homey yet romantic as we ate by candlelight and listened to the fountain as we sipped our wine. We finished the meal off with creme brulee, it was simple but spot-on and delicious. The meal was unpretentious- no extravagant garnishes or crazy fusion, just fresh ingredients paired well and prepared perfectly. It set the mood for an unforgettable dinner and a movie date. We will undoubtedly be back again and again.
(5)Preston B.
If you scroll down to Cambrias review you will see our experience was about the same. Sat down and waited 15 minutes before our waitress stopped by. Though friendly, the service was horrible. My wife's dinner was served ice cold. To make up for the time it took to reheat it our waitress dropped another glass of wine by the table, but my wife neither asked or wanted another glass of wine. Then, two hours later when we were still trying to escape I asked the host if he could take payment for our still to appear bill but he said he couldn't help me. Overall my wife and I felt as if we had been tortured for the last 2 hours, the experience was that horrible. So sad because this is where we had our first date over twenty years ago and now we'll never go back. You can't give each waitress 10+ tables and a shared bus boy and give good service. I brought this up with the waitress and apparently the reasoning behind this is so the wait staff can make more in tips at the sacrifice of good service
(2)Frank P.
New to Eugene really enjoyed the red sauce, actually everything. Service super.
(5)Don J.
The service was great. However, the food tasted like it was straight out of a can or the freezer. I was very unimpressed by the cheese ravioli which was supposed to be the staple of their menu. I will not be going back to Mazzi's.
(2)Jessica R.
I have no complaints about the food; it's a step up from Olive Garden but still pretty Americanized. The atmosphere is cozy and yes, date like. What will keep me from going back during the dinner rush is the noise level. Came here with my brother and we couldn't hear each other across the table.
(3)Brynn M.
This use to be one of my favorite resturants back when I was in high school, but it seems to have declined over the years. The atmosphere is great. Very rustic and homey. The service is give or take, dependiing on the day of the week and time you go. Sometimes it's great, others I have been close to getting up and leaving. The menu hasn't changed much, but the quality of the food isn't what it use to be. Still beats going to Olive Garden or other such place (usually), but wouldn't be my first choice for a special night out.
(3)Avialle J.
The food alone at Mazzi's is five-star. I think that they have the highest quality Italian food of any restaurant here in Eugene. However, I can't give them five stars for this review because of the long wait and slow service. I don't know if they are busy every single night, but when we went it was 40-50 minutes wait to even get a table, 30 min wait to get our orders, then almost another hour to actually get the food. Needless to say, we were very hungry by the time the food arrived. The items were pricey but I felt the quality of the food merited it. Although the service was super slow and not very attentive, I would not say that anyone was impolite or rude to us, but neither was it glowingly cheerful. I think that the food was worth the wait, but it's not a place I would go back to very frequently and especially not when I'm hungry and want to eat any time within the next hour. A visit to Mazzi's would probably be best with friends who don't mind socializing and entertaining yourselves while waiting for the food.
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