Pasta with a Smile!
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Award winning pasta for 42 years.
Zio Johno’s is celebrating their 42nd Anniversary this October (2026). Our customers and the communities they live in are the reason we have been able to serve great Italian food at reasonable prices.
Thank you for your support for all these years.
In celebration of our 42nd Anniversary, Zio Johno’s is hosting a Spaghetti Eating Contest at our Marion location on Saturday, September 26th.
Festivities kick off at 10:00 AM with fun for all ages — live music, games, and family activities.
Join us at 11:30 AM for the Kids’ Contest, where 25 participants will race to finish a plate of spaghetti with meat sauce the fastest - no utensils and a 15‑minute limit. (Eligible ages: 10-14.)
Then at 12:30 PM, the Adults’ Contest kicks off with 15 lucky participants facing off against local celebrities to see who can conquer a Half‑Gallon Bucket of Zio Johno’s Spaghetti with meat sauce - no utensils and a 10‑minute limit.
How to enter: Complete the registration form and turn it in to your local Zio Johno’s location no later than September 23rd, 2026!
Prizes: Top competitors take home cash prizes: Adults earn $200 and Kids earn $50 for 1st Place. Every participant receives a minimum of $20 in Zio Johno’s gift certificates and a free event shirt for competing.
Celebrating 42 Years. Zio Johno's, 1984 – 2026.
In appreciation of your support over the years, celebrate with us.
Celebrating forty-two years of delicious, affordable Italian cuisine. Fast & Fresh.
Anniversary Special: Spaghetti & Garlic Bread $4.99!
October 6, 13, 20, & 27. Every Tuesday in October.
Pasta with a Smile!
All Locations. One serving of Spaghetti and Garlic Bread. No Substitutions. Valid for Dine-In, Carry-Out. Tax charges will apply. Not valid for online orders. Salad & Beverages not included.
40 years of yummy, fun and a little messy - spaghetti eating contest.
Whether you’re dining in, out or are just experiencing #TheHometownTasteofItaly, we’re thrilled you continue to choose Zio Johno’s.
We’d like to share our gratitude to the participants, audience, supporters and sponsors of the first annual spaghetti eating contest.
Thank you to the city of Marion, The Parks and Rec Department, Pepsi, our staff and volunteers, as your hours of planning and dedication made this event such a success.
We appreciate your continued support. Your patronage has made it all possible.
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