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Mambo Italiano - Mundelein IL, Mundelein, IL

Mambo Italiano - Mundelein IL

4.8
4.8
1047 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
748 S Butterfield Rd, Mundelein, IL 60060

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 32 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
For 20 years, Mambo Italiano has been keeping Italian tradition alive for the generations to come by specializing in traditional styles of Italian Cuisine. Weekly, features highlight new menu renditions developed by the Cardone family. Every meal is prepared with care and the freshest ingredients. Mambo Italiano has been featured on Check Please!, is a Daily Herald Readers' Choice and has been voted the Best Italian Restaurant in Mundelein, Vernon Hills and Libertyville by Open Table diners.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Lunch Mon, Wed–Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon, Wed, Thu 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Mambo Italiano is proud to be selected as the #1 in Italian Cuisine Restaurant for lunch, dinner, catering and events in Lake County. Full service is available for all of your on-site and off-site event needs. Contact us today to host your next event with the best.
  • Private party facilities
    Mambo Italiano Ristorante can accomodate all of your private event needs. Whether your event is intimate or grand, social or professional, the ambience and team at Mambo will surpass expectations and deliver a memorable experience for all.
  • Neighborhood
    Mundelein
  • Cross street
    Butterfield Road & Allanson Road / Greggs Parkway
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wine

What 1,047 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • North Suburbs

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mambo Italiano in Mundelein, IL, delights diners with "great food and excellent service" in a warm and lively atmosphere. Known for "exceptional homemade pasta" and generous portions, this family-owned gem offers a wide array of specials and consistently pleases with "authentic Italian cuisine." Perfect for special occasions or casual dinners.
1,047 Reviews
  1. Janice

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Have not been back for years (moved away) but back in area. Plan to be back! Forgot how much we enjoyed food before! Service was excellent!

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  2. Jennifer VIP

    Chicago61 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is always great at Mambo’s. They were definitely very busy on Friday night and a bit understaffed.

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  3. deborah

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Outstanding food and service! From the sauces to the entrees to the tiramisu- delicious!

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  4. Geoffrey

    Chicago24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was our 2nd experience in a short time and we really enjoyed everything. Our server was fantastic, the food was 10 out of 10, can’t recommend enough. Thank you for being there!

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  5. GREGORY VIP

    Chicago5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lively place with great food. Vesuvio is the best.

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  6. northsub VIP

    Chicago26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love Mambo. Exceptional food. Wonderful service. Some of our dishes were priced reasonably, but $50 for 6 scallops as the main was shocking. Highly recommend, just ask prices when ordering specials!

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  7. Rbs19

    Chicago51 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Our server Grant was fabulous! The restaurant was very busy and the noise level was much too high for my liking. Our party was three couples and being older, I had a very difficult time having a conversation. Our food was very good, generous portions. Although it was served at room temperature and was not hot. My husband and I shared an entree and they very nicely split it in the kitchen and it was beautiful presented to us!

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  8. Karen VIP

    Chicago10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Very good food, good service! Will definitely return!

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  9. Gary

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We dined at Mambo Italiano on a Saturday evening with another couple who are dear friends of ours. We had been there several times but it was the first experience for our friends. They couldn't stop talking about how great the dinner experience was; the food and service were incredible!

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  10. Pankaj VIP

    Orlando15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We live be the. Home made pasta and spices. Service is exceptional. Just can get noisy during busy time. Tables too close to each other to accommodate more people. Still love to eat there.

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Mambo Italiano - Mundelein IL is rated 4.8 stars by 1047 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 32 times today
Google Map for Mambo Italiano - Mundelein IL

748 S Butterfield Rd, Mundelein, IL 60060

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Butterfield Road & Allanson Road / Greggs Parkway
  • Neighborhood
    Mundelein
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Lunch Mon, Wed–Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon, Wed, Thu 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Mambo Italiano is proud to be selected as the #1 in Italian Cuisine Restaurant for lunch, dinner, catering and events in Lake County. Full service is available for all of your on-site and off-site event needs. Contact us today to host your next event with the best.
  • Private party facilities
    Mambo Italiano Ristorante can accomodate all of your private event needs. Whether your event is intimate or grand, social or professional, the ambience and team at Mambo will surpass expectations and deliver a memorable experience for all.
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