Mama Mia Trattoria

4.2

1794 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary Italian

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2 people

Dec 26, 2024

9:30 PM

Booked 25 times today

Charming
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

When you step through the doors of Mama Mia Trattoria, you've taken a step back in time to a traditional Italian kitchen where everything is made from scratch, including our mozzarella cheese, fresh pastas, sauces, and our scrumptious desserts. We are committed to providing the highest quality food and service and spare absolutely no expense when using the best local products and sustainable resources available. Our old school classic Italian food, like that offered at the finest restaurants in “Little Italy’s” across the United States. Our guarantee is to exceed your expectations.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian, Comfort Food, Italian
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Lunch Sat, Sun 1:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(503) 295-6464
Website
http://mamamiatrattoria.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Rebecca Rayonez
Private party facilities
Host your next gathering in our semi-private space or private dining room. We can accommodate private events with 15-100 guests.

Location
439 SW 2nd Ave (Downtown), Portland, OR 97204
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
SW Washington Street
Parking details
Tons of street parking available along with 4 pay-to-park lots directly across the street from the restaurant. 1 block from Smart Park (3rd & Alder) <br /><br />
Public transit
Conveniently located 2 blocks from MAX line - 1st & Oak stop and 5th & Oak stop
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Calamari$13.75
Hand-breaded & lightly fried & served with a spicy tomato-basil sauce & smoked paprika aioli
Fried Zucchini$9.50
Basket of Garlic Bread$7.00
Local Pearl Bakery baguette baked with fresh garlic, butter, and fresh herbs
Fried Mozzarella$11.75
Housemade mozzarella with fresh basil, lightly breaded and golden fried, served with our fresh Pomodoro sauce
Clams & or Mussels$16.00
1/2 lb. steamed Puget Sound blue mussels and/or Manila clams in house-made garlic, fresh herbs & white wine sauce
Minestrone$6.50
Italian classic vegetable soup topped with pecorino Romano cheese

Entree Salads

House Salad$9.50
Organic mixed greens, grape tomatoes, shaved red onions, ricotta Salata cheese & candied pecans tossed in our balsamic vinaigrette
Blackened Shrimp Caesar$17.00
Our classic Caesar salad topped with five shrimp with house blend blackening spices
Classic Caesar$9.50
Whole leaf romaine, shaved parmesan, Reggiano & housemade croutons
Warm Spinach Salad$15.00
Pancetta, roasted bell peppers, red onions, toasted walnuts, & goat cheese tossed in a champagne vinaigrette

Pasta

Lasagna Classico$17.00
Five layers of fresh pasta with ground beef, mozzarella, provolone, ricotta and parmesan & topped with Pomodoro sauce
Spaghetti and Meatball$17.00
Tossed with housemade Pomodoro sauce and topped with housemade pork and beef meatball
Fettuccini Alfredo$16.00
Fettuccini tossed in a parmigiana Reggiano garlic cream sauce
Seafood Pasta$18.00
Fettuccini with prawns, sea scallops, mussels, clams, calamari and pacific white fish tossed in a classic white wine shellfish reduction with fresh herbs
Pasta Pomodoro$16.00
Spaghetti tossed with house made pomodoro sauce, sautéed onions, tomatoes, and fresh basil
Manicotti$16.00
Three fresh pasta filled with ricotta, mozzarella & parmesan cheeses, rolled & topped with housemade Pomodoro sauce
Penne Broccoli$16.00
Penne Pasta made with broccoli florets, sautéed with garlic, olive oil, Calabrian chilis and roasted bell peppers
Baked Mac & Cheese$17.00
Tillamook white cheddar and fresh basil topped with panko and baked until golden brown
Fettuccini Bolognese$17.00
House-made a meat sauce with a touch of cream
Capellini Puttanesca$17.00
Artichokes, capers, garlic, shallots, olives, & anchovies tossed with a zesty tomato sauce
Pasta Special$11.00
Changes daily. Ask your server what Mama's cooking!

Pizza

Margherita$14.75
Housemade mozzarella, grape tomatoes & fresh basil
Pesto Pizza$16.00
Roasted cherry tomatoes, crispy pancetta, artichoke hearts, and mozzarella cheese
Mama's Vegan Pizza$16.00
Vegan sausage, Arrabiata sauce, topped with crispy kale
Goat Cheese Pizza$16.00
Prosciutto, roasted garlic puree, olive oil, goat cheese, & olives topped with fresh arugula and shaved parmesan

What 1,794 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.3Service
4.2Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

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Portland
Kid-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Mama Mia Trattoria offers a delightful Italian dining experience with "fantastic food" and "exceptional service." Guests love the generous portions and diverse menu, especially the gluten-free options. The cozy ambiance and friendly staff make it perfect for family gatherings. While some reviews mention slow service, most highlight a "wonderful experience" with delicious homemade pasta and sauces.

1,794 Reviews

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Beki
Portland
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
We've been before. Our server was rude and bland. Had to ask several times for a refill on water and sodas. It was our first time bringing our adult children here. Food was well prepared, and they enjoyed it. But we left with a mid feeling due to service.
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Frances
Portland
34 reviews
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on December 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our first time there, the 4 of us were glad we went! The service was great, the food was delicious, & we love the old buildings downtown like the one Mamma Mia is in.
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Alton
VIP
Seattle
28 reviews
1.0
28 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
Horrible food. I spent most of the time post dinner expelling gas (although I had no large carbonated beverages). This may have been a good place in the past, but not now. Avoid and find much better choices in town.
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Carla
Portland
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The 7 of us enjoyed my birthday dinner at Mama Mia’s and had such a wonderful time. Food was great and it was a fun environment to celebrate.
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Stephen
Portland
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a REAL Italian Restaurant. My wife and I only know of a few in the area and this is one of them. Just because a restaurant serves pizza and pasta does not make it an Italian Restaurant. This one has a menu featuring many real Italian dishes including Italian desserts and Italian cocktails and wine, even Grappa! The service was prompt and courteous, the food was delicious, and the ambiance was wonderful. We arrived an hour before our reservation but was promptly seated anyway. I really don't understand why anyone would give this restaurant less than 5 stars. We found free street parking right in front on the restaurant. But if you can't find street parking, there are two pay parking lots right across the street. We are adding this place to our list of favorite Italian Restaurants and I'm sure will be returning many times in the future.
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Michael
Portland
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We dinned with a party of 6 before a concert at The Moda Center. What a great experience! The waitstaff was so inviting and quick with drinks and food. Our dinner was amazing- and they are open on Mondays! Great experience I’d highly recommend
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Kevin
Portland
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food and very good service. My wife had the lasagna, and it is big enough for two people. I had the seafood pasta, which was excellent. Will go back the next time we are in Portland.
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David
Central Coast
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Born into an Italian family, we wanted to experience an authentic meal. My wife and I were in town visiting our son for a few days and we said let's go eat at Mama Mia Trattoria. To summarize our meal and experience, the ambiance was perfect, the food was over the top and the ingredients were fresh, perfectly cooked, and tasty. The value of what one pays for this restaurant is a great deal. We will be back and Gracie!
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Richard
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service! Very good food! Would have done 5 stars but they didn’t have the amaretto cheesecake that we so love!
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peter
VIP
Los Angeles
7 reviews
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Pasta was overcooked, I returned telling them I want it aldente, second plate came out overcooked also.
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Mama Mia Trattoria does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Mama Mia Trattoria also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (503) 295-6464.

Mama Mia Trattoria is rated 4.2 stars by 1794 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 26, 2024

9:30 PM

Booked 25 times today

Order delivery or takeout

439 SW 2nd Ave (Downtown), Portland, OR 97204

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
SW Washington Street
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Lunch Sat, Sun 1:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–8:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian, Comfort Food, Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Tons of street parking available along with 4 pay-to-park lots directly across the street from the restaurant. 1 block from Smart Park (3rd & Alder) <br /><br />
Public transit
Conveniently located 2 blocks from MAX line - 1st & Oak stop and 5th & Oak stop
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Rebecca Rayonez
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://mamamiatrattoria.com/
Phone number
(503) 295-6464
Private party facilities
Host your next gathering in our semi-private space or private dining room. We can accommodate private events with 15-100 guests.

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Mama Mia Trattoria

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

100 Portland Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Manicotti

Tiramisu

Spaghetti Carbonara

Starters

Calamari$13.75

Fried Zucchini$9.50

Basket of Garlic Bread$7.00

Fried Mozzarella$11.75

Clams & or Mussels$16.00

Minestrone$6.50

Entree Salads

House Salad$9.50

Blackened Shrimp Caesar$17.00

Classic Caesar$9.50

Warm Spinach Salad$15.00

Pasta

Lasagna Classico$17.00

Spaghetti and Meatball$17.00

Fettuccini Alfredo$16.00

Seafood Pasta$18.00

Pasta Pomodoro$16.00

Manicotti$16.00

Penne Broccoli$16.00

Baked Mac & Cheese$17.00

Fettuccini Bolognese$17.00

Capellini Puttanesca$17.00

Pasta Special$11.00

Pizza

Margherita$14.75

Pesto Pizza$16.00

Mama's Vegan Pizza$16.00

Goat Cheese Pizza$16.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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