About Us

Since opening our doors on 2 June 1972, Mario's Pizzeria has been proudly serving generations of customers Just the way you like it.

The story began with Mr. Richard "Slice" Harford, whose vision, discipline and unwavering commitment to quality helped establish Trinidad & Tobago's first local pizzeria. What started as a small delicatessen at Valpark Shopping Plaza soon became something much bigger—a home-grown brand that would earn a special place in the hearts of families across the country.

Mr. Harford believed that quality began long before a pizza reached the oven. Each morning, he would rise early and visit the market in search of the freshest fruits, vegetables and ingredients for the day. He then returned to the restaurant to oversee preparations, ensure every standard was met and personally guide every aspect of the operation. His days were long, but his commitment never wavered.

That dedication became the foundation of Mario's.

Together with Roger Gibbon, Colin D'Arcy, Vernon Charles and Trevor Acanne, Mr. Harford transformed the original delicatessen into Mario's Pizzeria Limited. The brand quickly became known for its welcoming service, distinctive use of cheddar cheese and flavour crafted for local tastes.

Never content with simply keeping pace, Mario's has consistently embraced innovation. Over the decades, the company has pioneered initiatives that transformed the local quick-service restaurant industry—from being among the first restaurant brands in Trinidad & Tobago to embrace social media and digital customer engagement, to introducing online ordering, customer loyalty programmes, complimentary in-store Wi-Fi, birthday rewards and mobile app ordering. This forward-thinking spirit continues to shape the Mario's experience today.

On 22 March 2024, Mr. Richard Harford passed away, just 14 days shy of his 80th birthday. While his passing marked the end of an extraordinary chapter, the values he instilled continue to live on in every Mario's location, every team member and every pizza served.

Today, the company is led by his son, Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Roger Harford, who proudly continues his father's vision while leading Mario's into its next era of innovation and growth.

Mario's now proudly operates 24 locations across Trinidad & Tobago and is honoured to serve the Guyana market, bringing the taste, quality and hospitality that have defined the brand for more than five decades to even more communities.

Behind every location is a committed team whose passion, pride and dedication bring the Mario's Magic to life every day. It is this spirit—our Big Slice Energy—that inspires us to go the extra mile, creating memorable experiences and serving every guest Just the way you like it.

From one man's dream to a beloved regional brand, Mario's continues to honour Mr. Richard Harford's legacy by remaining true to the principles upon which the company was built: quality, consistency, innovation and genuine hospitality. As we look to the future, we remain committed to serving every customer Just the way you like it.