Maria’s Ristorante on Summit

Ordered from Maria’s to cater a group lunch. The food was excellent, they provided everything we needed to serve the food, and delivery was right on time. I highly recommend this restaurant for any catering you need.

I came in on Monday and sat at the bar. I order the Lobster Shrimp Fradiablo over pasta which was banging! They had a great wine selection. The staff was lovely. The bartender told me about some cool places to check out while I was in town. I’d recommend to everyone, family or on a date.

Great family owned and operated restaurant along with delicious Italian food. I had my rehearsal dinner here and was very satisfied! Try it you won’t be disappointed.

Amazing!!! Nick was obviously trained by a Goddess of Hospitality!!! He is truly a delight and made an amazing dining experience even more special!!! Go! Go! Go! Go!

While living in Roxborough we went to Maria’s more than once. Our first visit was very enjoyable. Food was excellent, service was wonderful. Subsequent visits proved to vary in both, unfortunately. Many times had same waitress who would do the same things every time we came in. Salad is served with house dressing which none of us like so we would order different dressing and just pay for it. As we would forget this ourselves this particular waitress never mentioned it and we would have to send salads back every time. Food was inconsistent. I always ordered the same dish as I enjoy it and don’t get it often. Some times it was perfect and other times it was too salty to enjoy. My husband often complained about the tomato sauce which I think is a disgrace in an Italian restaurant. Last visit the waitress didn’t know what it was my husband ordered from the bar (MGD), she asked the bartender and he gave her what he thought my husband wanted, which was wrong.

They charge $ 17 for pasta with sauce. They try to pretend to be a fancy restaurant but their hostess is wearing yoga pants and a sweatshirt. Not worth it at all!

My boyfriend took me to this place because he lives in manayunk, and my name is Maria. He had passed it on his way home from work all the time and we thought we would give it a try… So we get there on a Wednesday night. Not the most exciting of nights I know.
Everything starts out great and normal, my boyfriend orders a water with lemon and the waitress brings a half a wedge of cut lemon along with some waters. This is a bonus… We proceed to order some wine and beer and decide what we are going to order… red flag– there’s only one other couple in the restaurant but considering it’s a Wednesday night no big deal… Their menu is unimpressive but still I order the 3 p pasta =pasta, peas, and pesto. I ask for an addition of chicken (pollo) … My boyfriend ordered chicken parm… Drinks come, night still going great, bread, (I poured the olive oil and splashed red pepper flakes into a plate myself) salads (salad tasted like vinegar with a crunch) …. We had a seat right near the kitchen, mind you we are the only two people in the dining area at this point. About 5 feet from the kitchen I hear the unthinkable…
«Did that «lady”(referencing the lovely waitress who took our order, brought us extra lemons, and was on top of her game) not realize that she is mocking us right now and we can hear her, I asked my boyfriend.?»
Boyfriend– there’s no way they are talking about us!
As he smiles and leans closer he realizes that they are very clearly talking about and mocking both of us. I would have stayed and just never gone back, but I’m glad he got up and left and told the bartender why. Don’t go here unless you want to get ridiculed for ordering sub par food off of a mediocre menu.

The best thing I can say about Maria’s is meh. Hubby and I went there for an anniversary dinner, and to be honest with you we could not wait to leave. Not only was the food disappointing and nowhere near authentic Italian food, but service wasn’t that great. To top things off, there was just a strange ambience in the room. Hard to define, things just didn’t feel right. I mean to say that it was kind of like putting a linen tablecloth on a picnic table, and at any moment you would expect a game of tag or sandlot football to breakout, or at the very least, a loud belch. All in all, it was just a huge disappointment, especially after hearing good things about it from a few of my friends. And then it dawned on me– none of those friends is Italian, and wouldn’t know a truly good Italian tomato sauce if they slipped and fell in it. Sorry, Maria’s! No gold stars here!

Ate dinner here tonight for the 1^st time. Had scallops & risotto which was awesome! My date had linguini & clams. Ate every last bite. Clean as a whistle & Great service. Be back soon;)

It’s always a downer coming in.
I hate to say it, but I’ve been here to get take-​out pizza six or seven times since I moved to the area a couple months ago, and every time without fail it ruins my happy mood.
This evening I walked in, and the girl at the register looked straight at me saying nothing as I approached. To break the awkward silence I greeted her and immediately proceeded to inform her of my order. It wasn’t sufficient to get her to lose that «I just ate a handful of dirt that was peed on by a hormonal wild boar» expression, but it thankfully ended our interaction.
At the takeout area, the only employee who’s kind of happy is the guy who makes the pizza (and he does an awesome job of it, even when they forget to put in the order, which has happened to me in the past with no acknowledgement from the staff). But as much as the pizza guy wants to be happy, the rest of the staff won’t let him — there’s simply too much of that «I hate having to work here, it just sucks» vibe exuding from everyone else. So it’s gotten to where I compliment the pizza baker profusely for making me a beautiful pizza, (because he does, consistently, and I believe in giving credit where credit is due) and then I walk out the door without a ‘thanks, see ya,’ or whatever.
The past two or three times, I’ve forced myself to come in because the pizza is so good, but tonight I’ve finally decided that it’s not worth it. I’ve decided that I’d rather buy a mediocre pizza from happy and appreciative staff somewhere else, than to endure the persistent negative attitude from the staff at Maria’s Roxborough. It really is a thermonuclear buzzkill coming here.
I don’t expect to be fawned over, but come on. Say ‘Hi’. Say ‘Thanks’. At least act as if you had some sort of upbringing.
Oh BTW, the second star is for the beer cooler.

First the eat in. It’s not what it used to be (pre take out counter), but it’s still pretty darn good. Always, always ask for the specials! They are usually the freshest and tastiest thing on the menu – especially the risotto and fresh pasta dishes. The gnocchi are always good, but definitely ask for bolognese sauce; otherwise they are served with a mediocre tomato gravy. The tortellini and peas is always reliable; the Alfredo sauce is excellent. Re apps, skip the calamari – just not good anymore. Eggplant involtini, roman artichokes, bruschetta — all excellent. Usually the fish specials are very, very good. Service can be spotty, but ask for Trish if things aren’t going well – and then they will be going very well. Limoncello is a fabulous dessert, and usually there is a fresh made cake or pie to die for; cappuccino is excellent. The carry out is great –for pizza. The crust is outstanding, cheese is top grade mozzarella, and toppings are fresh and plentiful. Our favorite is mushroom, with an order of meatballs on the side that we cut on top. if you can – pick your pie up, as the wait to delivery definitely diminished the pie. (We had delivery one time – the crisp, delicious crust was soft after steaming in a bag.)
I’m Italian, I’m picky, and I always get a good meal at Maria’s– you will too!

I went to check this place out on a Wednesday with my boyfriend and we were pleasantly surprised with our experience! They have a Wednesday special that can’t be beat– all you can eat pasta with muscles (or without), with bruschetta (sooo good), soup, and salad, plus bread and oil for $ 15! Our server was very personable and attentive and the food was great, especially for the price. The atmosphere was a family-​style local place that felt homey and comfortable. Loved our first visit here

Strictly take-​out. I like Maria’s on Summit. Tonight, they forgot to put my order in but were nice about it and said it would only take 10 minutes — which it did.
Its hard to get a flavorful pizza in the Rox/​Manayunk area. I’m not sold on any one place, and I tend to switch it up between Roma’s and Pinas (kinda far), but for your standard plain with extra cheese it is a good choice. The chicken fingers are breaded home made, so its mostly chicken and not breading (big plus).
It is a little on the pricy side for what you get, the portions aren’t huge or anything. But the food is good and so is the quality, and that speaks louder imo. After all, who would want a large quantity of bland food anyway ?? (drunk Chinese food doesn’t count)

Visited: Sunday — January 25, 2015 — 5PM
I’ve enjoyed a couple slices of pizza at Maria’s but never dinner — until today.
The parking lot is adequate for off hours dining but a bit of a challenge during dinner. I found a spot among the few that remained. Parking on the street is always an option.
The interior is dark with modest décor. Choice of booths or table is available. My family chose a table. My son and mom ordered the Lobster Ravioli ($ 17.00 each dish). I ordered the gnocchi ($ 15.00) and a side of two meatballs ($ 3.00). Focaccia and salads with dressing accompanied the dinners. The focaccia was light and crispy. The salad and dressing were unremarkable.
My mother did NOT like the raviolis but my son enjoyed his and eagerly finished her’s. My gnocchis’ appeared freshly made but were over cooked and chewy. The gravy («sauce» to many) was full bodied but tasteless. The meatballs were reasonably sized but bland.
This was diner food with restaurant prices.
Note: I generally avoid dining at restaurants offering italian food because many rarely match the quality of properly prepared Italian food. I prepare Italian food using many family recipes.

Love Maria’s. The food is always delicious. It is our go to place.

This is a cozy, friendly, amazingly secret ace to enjoy a wonderful meal. The ambience is magnificent, the food seems to be prepared for you as an individual and if you get Trish for a waitress, you will never be satisfied with a regular server again. Now, the food, it is unbelievably good. I have been here several times and have NEVER had a bad meal. Please, takes advice and try this wonderful slice of culinary heaven!!!

I have had several meals here & they have been great! Last night was a special seafood menu & wine tasting & it was delicious & Maria makes everyone feel at home’

OK so this is an update to my previous review. I had a really bad experience before but wanted to give Marias another shot. Everyone deserves a second chance, even a place of business.
My girlfriend and I were hungry and wanted to try somewhere different. I was hesitant to recommend Marias based on my previous experience but I did it anyway. We ordered a shrimp scampi pizza, fries and chicken fingers (I know not that healthy). Anyway, I was floored. The pizza was delcicous, the fries were tasty and the chicken fingers were HOMEMADE, moist and just awesome. I was extremely happy I gave them a second chance and will most certainly be back.
(On a side note –we’ve ordered 3 times since then and have loved everything we have ordered.) That was 4 times in a span of 2 weeks. Either we have problems or the food is that good, and I’ll be the first to say it’s definitely the food. This is my new go to italian/​pizza take-​out place and I’m glad I gave them another chance.

My wife I had been coming here since the restaurant was new. At first the owner was very friendly to us, but after we had visited a number of times, on our last visit she sat there and glared at us during the entire meal with a sour puss on her face the entire time we were eating. That was IT for us.
The food was never that great, anyway, but after that last visit we had had enough.
I do not know whether her attitude was because the restaurant was starting to become a little busier, and she resented having someone in a wheelchair in her restaurant.

I have been to Maria’s twice and I expect to be there more often as I can walk there from my house. Some menu items I have had are on point and others not exactly exciting:
–Gnocchi: the most fluffy, cheesy, potato goodness I have had in a decade. Hands down.
–Calamari: Would not order this or recommend it. Very bland. Marinara was weak sauce (pun intended).
–Margherita Pizza: In the words of my husband «Garlicy and cheesy — this is the best kind of pizza!» Very delicious. Highly recommended. They do offer gluten free crust but were out of it last night when I went. Can’t wait to order that next time as I do like Gluten Free options.
–Banana Cream Pie: Exquisite. Best I’ve ever had. The chocolate crust was perfect!
So really I’ve only had one bad item on the menu. We have always been able to get a seat, the service is timely, and they usually have the Phillies or some other Philadelphia sports team on. Overall two thumbs up!