Mandolas Italian Kitchen

We were greeted at the door by a friendly young man who could see we were first timers. He explained the menu and the process... Handcrafted Italian cuisine made on site from scratch that you order from a counter?? What?? The process works!We ordered bruschetta, fried mozzarella, and half moon pasta stuffed with pork mortadella chicken prosciutto ricotta romano with peas and mushrooms in a cream sauce, and a couple glasses of Cabernet. Everything was delicious. All the waitstaff was courteous and attentive. And the prices were reasonable.We will definitely go back.

The service and fun atmosphere is truly the highlight here - they genuinely seem committed to making guests feel like family. The food is average - we have tried a few things, though never the pizza, which does look worth trying.The quality of the bakery and gelato items is another strong point- highly recommend.

We have actually already been here twice, and while I won't say it is the absolute best Italian food you can find anywhere, we have really enjoyed our experience. You order at the counter, choose a table, and then your food is brought out to you.When you first sit down you will be brought some fresh foccacia bread that I am in love with! It is always fresh and the dipping oil they also bring out works so well with it. I got the Fettuccine Alfredo and I thought it was good. Lots of cheesy and garlicky goodness! The employees have been wonderful and so friendly and welcoming. It is also a good option for larger groups as it is easy to order separately and then sit together. There is also a counter for desserts, although I haven't tried any of them yet.

Glad we found this gem....great food, awesome special nightly... Dessert is my next try ...they look fabulous.

Located conveniently from I4 in Maitland this restaurant is very inviting. The restaurant's indoor and outdoor seating is spacious and clean. The staff were friendly and accommodating. Now to the food, the standard portion are not shareable sizes. I'm comparing this to other local Italian cuisine eateries and restaurants. I ordered a side portion of gluten free pasta with bolognese, after adding a little seasoning that they had readily available it was ok. My dinner mate had the LUNETTE MODO MIO and said it tasted fantastic but he was disappointed in the portion. The gluten free garlic mozzarella bread was two pieces of toast cut in half and definitely not worth the up-charge, maybe make it with the gluten free pizza crust for an $11 price point and I could understand. Lots of parking and a good crowd. I also had the Lambrusco and peach Bellini, both were divine. I plan on returning to try the pizza and dessert.

It's a quick service style order at a desk then sit down (tip now before experience any service!....) with a little number to be served.Wine options weren't terrible but I was hopping for something more than what we got. Found out it's more or less an off shoot of Carraba's after the fact so it makes sense.Everything with insanely salty with cheap parm taste, chicken cutlet was tough, and pizza was just way too salty. Maybe tonight was just a bad night with different kitchen crew being it's a new location but between food and a very rude "waitress" I can't recommend this at all for a nice Italian dinner out with friends and family. My entree was pulled away without asking, knife dropped onto me, and no apologies or anything. We felt rushed while trying to talk and enjoy the wine we ordered.I did see some hard working people and I don't want to shame their effort at all and hope they tighten up as a location or those folks find a place that suites them more and their commitment.In terms of ambiance it felt like an amusement location to experience american italian culture i.e everything being Italian flag colors and godfather posters on the wall. Honestly the outside area would have been relatively nice for drinks with friends as a modern bar but besides that I can't say it's worth a shot in its current state:

Yes! This place is awesome. Elevated Italian fast food is what they explained it to be. And it was so much more than that. Everyone was so nice as we were greeted at the door by the many enthusiastic team members. They have an array of traditional items from spaghetti and meat balls, bruschetta, and fettuccine alfredo. Which is exactly what we got:) You get free focaccia bread with olive oil to the table. The bruschetta was amazingly. Fresh tomatoes, garlic and olive oil and of course the basil. The fried mozzarella with the marinara was light fluffy and delicious. Definitely a lot of food for 2 people. I could only eat a few in anticipation for the main entrees:) The spaghetti and meatballs were delicious pasta was perfectly al dente and the sauce was savory and tangy:) It was Friday so the daily special was the scampi... holy crap is this crazy good the shrimp and the butter lemon sauce was so decadent. Not sure how much butter was used in this, but I can tell you the shrimp and this scampi sauce paired with the the fettuccine alfredo is freakin delicious. Pro Tip save some of the free bread to dip in the scampi... YUM! This is a great family dining venue with large and small tables that can be put together. It also has a little area for coffees and gelato. Such a great place to go. It is very casual and chill. We can't wait to come back.

Casual Italian spot (I wasn't expecting that). Came here with my BF for a date night and was pleased when I saw the focaccia bread coming to our table. Grilled Salmon on the fettuccine was good, if I come back, I will likely get this! I ordered the beef brasato and was disappointed (food was cold and portion was smaller than I expected)... the staff definitely makes up for it though! Everyone we encountered was super friendly and helpful.

What an amazing experience. I've been watching and waiting for this Italian restaurant to open and it finally did. Parking was very easy, and open. I walked in and was immediately greeted. Her explained the concept of the restaurant and how to order. From the outside looking in, it looked like a restaurant where you have your own individual server...but it's not. You order your food, sit down and everything is brought to you. It's definitely upscale Italian food with a family friendly feel. They offer a wide range of food items, drinks, wine, beer and desserts.I ordered the calamari with zucchini, fettuccine alfredo with salmon, a frozen peach belllini, and a snickerdoodle cookie for dessert. The calamari was fried perfectly, not too soft and not overly crispy. Trying it with the fried zucchini was an added plus! The Alfredo with salmon, chefs kiss!! In not too big on heavy alfredo sauce and it was just enough. Not too salty and not overly creamy. The peach bellini (they offer 2 sizes) was so good, very peachy and strong. The snickerdoodle Connie I waited until I got home to heat it up and it was delish. Overall, this was a great experience. I liked that the servers came around frequently to make sure we didn't need anything and the food met our expectations. The general manager also came by and checked on us which was very nice! Stop by and check out Mandola's! You won't be disappointed.

I had an absolutely fantastic dining experience at Mandola's Italian Kitchen in Maitland! From the moment I walked in, the service was top-notch. Josh, the manager, is incredibly attentive and genuinely cares about every guest's experience. Huge shoutout to Caden, who went above and beyond to check in on me throughout the meal--great service makes all the difference!Now, onto the food--Baller. Every dish was flavorful, fresh, and came out at a great price point. The portions were generous without being over the top, and you can really taste the quality ingredients in every bite. Whether you're craving classic Italian comfort food or something a little lighter, they've got you covered.The patio is a must--super nice atmosphere, perfect for enjoying a meal outdoors. Whether you're coming in for a casual lunch, a date night, or just craving some amazing Italian food, this spot delivers on all fronts.Definitely will be coming back. Five stars all the way!