BETTER THAN I EXPECTED!
Initially, I did not want to eat at this East Side Marios after looking at the Yelp rating and an "okay" experience years ago. But choices were limited for my mom and I, so I went along.
This location is pretty big and when we entered, there was basically no line, we were greeted and escorted to our seats. Although, when we left, there was a significant line.
Our server was amazing. His name was Tony and he was quick and very helpful with the menu and food.
At the time, there was a special promotion going on where you order a dish from a selection of dishes and they'll give you a dish for free to bring home. The bring-home pasta was "eh" but wasn't horrible.
I enjoyed the AYCE bread and salad. Both were good and what I expected. I got the double bacon carbonara and it was DELICIOUS! I'd definitely go back and order that again. Tony was even able to bring extra pasta sauce on the side and asked if I'd like parmesean shaved in front of me.
Considering price, quality, and service, I did have a good time and will look forward in coming back. East Side Mario's is kinda the kid/family version of Scaddabush when you think about it.