Mario's Italian Lemonade - Chicago

My first Italian ice. I’m not sure what I was expecting, but this was extraordinary! Try the mango. You’ll get a brain freeze, but it’s worth it.

I have been going to Mario's since the late 70's. Either the price has gone up or the cups have gotten smaller but the taste is still unbeatable. Semi-long lines, brain freeze on occasion, all the risk you take for the best Italian ice you have tasted. Best with the actual pieces of fruit in the cups. August brings peach and nectarine, hands down the best.

Mario’s Italian Lemonade- want to feel happy? This pace will make you smile! It’s adorable and there’s something humbling about a line of people with a shared interest of cooling off with the flavorful Italian ice! Thank you! Loved it!

I started going to Mario's with my stepdad as a kid, it was a rare treat. As I grew up I continued to go at least once every summer. As a parent I've continued the tradition with my own family. Every flavor is delicious and worth the trip.

There’s a reason why Mario’s has been around for as long as it has, why are always cars double parked in the street out front, and a constant stream of people walking away with their (generously portioned) cups. I’ve always enjoyed how sweet the Italian ice is without being tooth-achingly sugary and the additions of watermelon chunks mixed in. For the record, I’ve almost always ordered watermelon, a family favorite.