Mario’s, Hoboken
Wednesday, April 16th, 2008
I was feeling like pizza for lunch today so I decided to take a short walk to Mario’s. I keep an office in Hoboken and Mario’s is just seven short blocks away.
I had been here two other times and my first two trips were quite different. The first time, I was very unimpressed with my slice. It was plagued by all of the normal problems your average corner slice shop has (cheap cheese, uninspired crust, canned sauce). The second time, I had quite a tasty experience (maybe my pie was a little fresher or something).
I knew this time would be make or break for me and Mario’s. There are plenty of other pizza places in Hoboken and I don’t need to mess around with a shop that can’t get it done on a regular basis.
Just so we’re clear on my comparison, here are some notes about all three trips:
- I visited in early afternoon.
- Slices were reheats.
- The same counter guy served my slice each time (I never saw a pizza being made, so I don’t know if he also made the pizza).
Unfortunately, this visit was more like the first time. It’s an OK slice, but Mario’s and I will be parting ways. There are just too many fish in the sea to spend time with a slice that can’t decide what it wants to be.
Rating: 2 slices
Mario’s Classic Pizza
742 Garden Street
Hoboken, New Jersey
(201) 659-0808
