Mario's Pizzeria

Mario's Pizzeria is a leading pizza restaurant chain in Trinidad and Tobago.

Mario's started operations in June 1972 at the Valpark Shopping Plaza and has grown to nineteen restaurants in Trinidad and Tobago, plus four stores in Guyana. The chain is owned and operated by Richard Harford, one of the founding partners. The pizza is unique in that it uses a cheddar cheese from New Zealand rather than the traditional mozzarella, this was decided upon because of the sharper more flavourful taste. Trinidadians, usually prefer more spicy, bold and hot flavours, this is why Mario's secret pizza sauce is made with 8 specially chosen herbs and spices. The choice of cheese, the spices in their sauce and the variety of toppings have made them a leading pizza restaurant in the regions in which they operate. The restaurants also sell other foods, such as hamburgers, fried chicken and Oven Baked Artisan Sandwiches.

Mario's has made a decision to franchise and expand its brand throughout the Caribbean and eventually other regions. Mario's hopes that one day it will be a regional and even a global brand that will rival the likes of the pizza giants in North America.

Mario's has also engaged in purchasing the franchise rights for a submarine sandwich chain from the US called Blimpie, which opened its doors in Trinidad 2002. Following the decision to close Blimpie in 2007, and not wanting to exit the Sub Sandwich sector of the QSR market, Mario's Pizzeria launched its own brand of sub style sandwiches called Boomers Tasty Subs & Salads.

External links

• Official Website
• Facebook Profile
• Boomerstt