There’s something about eating a dish of baked lasagna. The tangy, sweetness of the tomato sauce, gooey cheese, and pasta tantalizes your taste buds in every delicious bite. For good reason, it’s one of America’s favorite comfort foods. Moreover, when you want some of the best lasagna near me, stop by Mario’s Pizza.

Lasagna Varies By Regions In Italy

Indulging in a plate of baked lasagna releases some feel-good hormones in your brain. This dish belongs to a category of meals we call comfort foods. With the first bite, stress and anxiety can melt away as positive memories and emotions surface.

Of course, the best tasting lasagna begins with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. But, which ingredients do you put in your dish? Do you prefer using bechamel sauce like the version from the  Emilia-Romagna region or ricotta like the Naples recipe?

Like many other foods originating in Italy, you’ll find some variations in this dish as you travel through different regions. In the north, most Italians use spinach pasta layered with tomato and bechamel sauce followed by a sprinkling of parmesan. The southern version is more like the American version. It has pasta noodles layered with meat tomato sauce, ricotta, and mozzarella.

Even so, when Italians emigrated to America, they couldn’t find the same ingredients as they did in their homeland.  While keeping as much as possible to tradition, Italian immigrants substituted some ingredients. Today, brothers Tony, Mario, and Vinny replicate many of their family recipes from Calabria Italy in Mario’s Pizza kitchens.

Lasagna Pairings

Usually, baked lasagna can stand alone as a satisfying dish. However, sometimes you may want something extra. Like many other Italian dishes, lasagna pairs well with many different sides:

1. Salads

The fresh, crisp flavors of salad vegetables offer a nice contrast to the rich, savory flavor of lasagna.

2. Garlic Bread

How can you get every last bit of that delicious lasagna sauce? An order of garlic bread (with or without cheese) can soak it up.

3. Garlic Knots

With a robust buttery, garlic flavor, garlic knots pair well with any Italian dish. They have a crispy exterior and soft chewy interior making this side a popular choice.

4. Wings

Any way you like them, spicy or sweet, wings add a nice flavor contrast to lasagna.

5. Fried Onion Rings

The sweetness of the onion combined with its crispy exterior adds a satisfying crunch to your meal.

Of course, the best news about these pairings is that you can order all of them at Mario’s Pizza. Plus, we have plenty of other sides to choose from:

• Mozzarella sticks
• Italian sausage
• Toasted ravioli
• Jalapeno poppers
• Meatballs
• French fries
• Fried mushrooms

Other Menu Items

Although all these menu items are quite tasty, you’ll find many other delicious pasta options at our local Italian restaurants. We serve several other Italian dishes:

• Eggplant parmigiana
• Spaghetti
• Baked ziti
• Chicken parmigiana
• Ravioli

And, of course, we sell pizza. By the slice or pie, our NY style pizza has the foldable, crispy crust you know and love. Additionally, we offer more toppings and sizes than our competition. Our pies range in size from 10-inch to 24-inch with a choice of over 30 toppings.

Furthermore, we serve several specialty pizzas:

• Greenhouse – vegetable toppings
• 5 Boroughs – meat toppings
• The Worx – a bit of everything
• Pizza Bianco – white pizza
• Spicy Buffalo chicken
• Gluten free/cauliflower crusts

Are you still looking for more options? We also have calzones, strombolis, and hot and cold sub sandwiches. To finish your meal, we offer Italian desserts tiramisu, cannoli, limoncello mascarpone cake, and NY style cheesecake.

Best Lasagna Near Me – FAQs

Is your mouth watering for some delicious Italian food? When searching for the best lasagna near me, visit Mario’s Pizza. Below we’ve answered a few questions about our Italian restaurants to acquaint you with our service and offerings.

Are You A Family-Oriented Restaurant?

American Italians love pizza, pasta, and families! Of course, we welcome children at all our restaurants and even have a menu for our youngest diners. Moreover, we’ve priced our kids’ menu items at $5 or less.

What Are Your Hours?

Conveniently open for both lunch and dinner, our restaurant hours are Monday through Thursday from 11 AM to 9 PM. On Friday and Saturday, we’re open from 11 AM until 9:30 PM, and on Sunday 12 PM to 8 PM. You can enjoy dine-in, takeout, or home delivery through one of our transport partners at each location.

Can You Cater A Party?

We do offer party trays of our most popular items:

• Greek salad
• Garden salad
• Garlic knots
• Spaghetti with marinara/meatballs
• Lasagna
• Baked ziti
• Chicken parmigiana
• Cannoli

Of course, our pizzas are a great addition to any gathering because everyone loves it. Combine a few pies with one of our party trays for a complete meal. Additionally, we can customize your order with advance notice.  Simply call your nearest Mario’s Pizza a few days before your event.

Do You Run Specials?

We do! Our menu includes pizza and sub luncheon specials that are available every day until 4 PM. You’ll also find different pizza, stromboli, or calzone deals from Tuesday through Friday. On Mondays, we allow you to pick your deal from our existing offers.

Additionally, we announce limited-time specials on social media. Follow us on Facebook so you never miss out.

Is your mouth watering for the best lasagna near me? Why not stop into your local Mario’s Pizza and indulge in one of your favorite comfort foods? We have locations in Greensbsoro, Winston-Salem, High Point and Clemmons.