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Mangia - Eat on Main, the premier Southern Italian restaurant in Salinas, CA, invites you to savor the flavors of Italy in a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Located at 328 Main St STE A, our Bar & grill is the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a delicious meal with friends and family. As a authentic European restaurant, we take pride in serving traditional Italian dishes with a modern twist. Our menu features a wide range of options, from classic pasta dishes to mouth-watering risottos and osso buco. Whether you're in the mood for a quick lunch or a romantic dinner, our Italian restaurant has something for everyone. At Mangia - Eat on Main, we're committed to using only the freshest ingredients and providing exceptional customer service. Join us for a truly unforgettable dining experience in the heart of Salinas.

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Savor the flavors of Southern Italy at Mangia - Eat on Main, where traditional dishes are crafted with love and served in a cozy atmosphere. Enjoy generous portions of pasta, seafood, and meat dishes, all made with fresh ingredients and a dash of Italian passion.

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Yelp: 4.5/5

Google Reviews: 4.4/5

TripAdvisor: 4.5/5

OpenTable: 4.4/5

Zomato: 4.3/5

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Liz Rediske
Liz Rediske -Google user
a week ago
Very good food and wine menu. We enjoyed the chicken piccata and gnocchi and dessert. And great bread! All our food taste great, with lovely presentation and the ambience is nice, and the staff is friendly. Our waiter, Ezra, was such a nice...Read More
Vidhi Shah
Vidhi Shah -Google user
a year ago
Amazing bread, great pasta- we got the ravioli and a custom arrabbiata spicy sauce spaghetti. Food was delicious, great service, amazing decor and a great addition to Main Street Salinas. Definitely coming back Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person $20–30 Recommended dishes Bruschetta, Spaghetti Carbonara
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K -Google user
a week ago
We had a really nice dinner here at Managua. We started with the baked ricotta, and our entrees were the gnocchi and a penne special. All of it was excellent. Our server checked on us often and our glasses were always full. It’s a small...Read More
Susan Koch
Susan Koch -Google user
8 months ago
So yummy! Service was great, Staff was super friendly, food was excellent, owner was so friendly & the specials just made our night. Thanks for a great evening! Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person $30–50 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes Cannoli, Bruschetta
Jeanette Moncada
Jeanette Moncada -Google user
a year ago
everything & i mean everything was so tasty !!! the wine menu was great, fun variety of different pastas, mains & desserts. & all VERY delicious ! they even put fancy balsamic drizzles on the edge of the plates, i mean come on! stop reading...Read More
Andrea Altomare
Andrea Altomare -Google user
2 months ago
Had an amazing dining experience at this Italian restaurant! The ambiance was cozy and inviting, perfect for a casual dinner or special occasion. We started with the bruschetta, and it was delicious—fresh and flavorful with the perfect amount of seasoning. For the main course, I...Read More
Cecilia Garcia
Cecilia Garcia -Google user
8 months ago
Our family’s first time here and we will definitely be going back. Food was delicious and filling. Wine selection was great too. My vegetarian daughter also had plenty of options. Dessert was also tasty. Server and staff were so nice too. Overall, great experience. Service Dine in Meal...Read More
RICARDO DIAZ
RICARDO DIAZ -Google user
4 months ago
First time coming to this Restaurant and it won't be the last. The Food was Great. Received Great Customer Service and Like the Environment. Staff constantly checked in with us. I would recoment this Restaurant to anyone. Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person $30–50 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes Bruschetta,...Read More
Vivek Bhandari
Vivek Bhandari -Google user
2 weeks ago
Great little Italian restaurant in downtown Salinas. Limited but good vegetarian options as well. Food: 4 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
Amanda Ostarello
Amanda Ostarello -Google user
2 months ago
Hands down the best italian food in Monterey County. Their specials are always top notch and I love the local vibe Meal type Dinner Price per person $20–30 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes Calamari Fritti, Bruschetta, Free Bread and Oil, Pasta with Fresh Tomato

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