Cafe Mamo is truly one of the most special restaurants in Grand Rapids. A small, local, farm-to-table bistro with a weekly rotating menu run by a husband and wife? Am I in Grand Rapids or Europe?? The premise alone is enough to get people in the door, but the execution is what will make customers return time after time. The ambiance is perfect. Feels like a cross between your grandma's cottage, a cozy breakfast nook, and a Michelin star restaurant. The staff was lovely and attentive. You can tell that they put their heart and soul into curating a five star experience for their guests. And the food? Great. Not blow-your-hair-back, but it was great. We started with the shishito peppers, hit with a quick sauté and some parm and aioli. They were really just peppers, fresh and delicious in their own right but nothing spectacular. Our entrees were the pork ribs and the (some type of pasta filled with cheese whose name alludes me). The ribs were good, but the flavors were foreign to me. Black olives and ribs is a new combo, and while it wasn't for me, it was still great to try a new thing. The pasta was the star of the show, it felt like that scene in Ratatoullie when Anton Ego eats the ratatoullie and is transported back to his childhood. The ice cream was BOMB. House made cantaloupe ice cream?? I'm not a dessert guy and this knocked my socks off. I'd go again just for this. And the cocktails were lovely as well. I got a martini with olive oil, which was literally vodka with three drops of olive oil and some Maldon salt. Simple yet perfectly executed. My fiancée got a sort of gimlet which was also superb. Overall, Cafe Mamo reminded me that dining at an establishment is an experience, and that experience is influenced by more than the food. The service, atmosphere, cocktails and desserts were all truly top notch. While the food was a bit of a miss for me, I respect the rotating menu and the fact that even the best artists can't produce straight bangers 100% of the time. I will certainly be returning to this establishment, as I am in full support of everything that this place stands for and will vote with my dollar every chance I get! Yet another win for Creston, Cafe Mamo is an instant classic! read more

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Definitely come here for the experience. All of our food was yummy, nothing was crazy delicious. Our drinks were however awesome, I got a nonalcoholic citrus ginger mocktail, which was perfect for the summer weather. We got seats outdoors on their small patio. I think the whole appeal of this place is the farm to table with a limited menu. Definitely need a reservation because the place is small and I don't think they would be able to accommodate walk-ins because service is pretty slow. But honestly, that makes for a lovely two hour, almost European style dinner with multiple small courses and lots of drinks. They also have a dessert of the day which was a windmill cookie ice cream, which we did not try, but sounded lovely. Prices were very fair. I would definitely come back to try another daily menu. read more

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I thought I reviewed Cafe Mamo when we went 5 years ago, but apparently not, so there's some old photos mixed in here. My sister gifted us a certificate a few months ago and we haven't had the time to enjoy it. I called and left a voicemail for reservations and got a call back within the hour (called around 5p). They're not open Sundays so we celebrated mother day 1 day early with a 4p reservation. On the return voicemail, we were offered a reservation with a request to be out before 6p (doable since 1 hour is the max we can sit in a restaurant before chaos ensues...you know, kids). Love this neighborhood restaurant - cozy, intimate, good eats. We played eye spy with their decorations (look for the 3 pigs and the lobster and the red glasses) and enjoyed 2 rounds of hot buns with really good butter before sharing the walleye and spaghetti. We have out of town foodies coming this summer and already decided this is the spot to take them! Thanks for fitting us in last minute on your busy Saturday! read more

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Absolutely love this spot! Everything about this restaurant is a delight. It's small and cozy open kitchen atmosphere, beautiful dinnerware and cutlery, warm and knowledgeable service and of course incredible food. We ended up ordering almost everything on the menu and each plate was passed around to try and couldn't find a favorite. The price was also very reasonable for such a great experience! Will definitely be going back read more

Have eaten here many times and have been meaning to leave a review. This is such a special place! The perfect place to both celebrate birthdays & anniversaries & other special occasions, and have an amazing happy hour drink & fantastic burger. Truly my favorite restaurant of all time, both for the food and the ambiance, and the owners & staff are amazing. You can tell how much care and though goes into everything they do here. Menu changes frequently with the seasons, meaning they are always using the freshest produce and getting creative with what they serve. Records playing on the turntable, cute decor & serve ware, and the coziest vibes make it feel like dining at your best friend's house. Always get the dessert! read more

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Am I in Europe?? Everything about this place reminded me of a European restaurant, tucked away between the busy streets Great service, cozy vibes, and wonderful food. With a rotating menu there are always new options to try. Counting down the days until i'm back at this place!! Drink: Cosmo. Wonderfully balanced with a pretty color:) Food: -Buns: UNREAL. Everyone needs to order this as an app!! -Chicken and rice soup. Listed as an entree but a good size portion for a meal. It needed a bit more seasoning but overall had good flavor. read more

Cafe Mamo - chicken and rice soup - New American Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Second visit and it did not disappoint. This farm to table restaurant is exceptional. The food is unique and so fresh. The cocktails are yummy Our waitress was darling. read more

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We went there for birthday dinner without reservation. It was full. So we came back around 7:30 and waited about 50 mi there. Normally I do not wait. But the wait was worth it. You will not regret that you came. We had sweet potato, gnocchi, chicken king, walleye and ice-cream. I believe the bread was made there and the butter was from France. It was the best walleye I ever had. It tasted like cod. It is a hidden gem. Will go back with the reservation!! Oh the wine and cocktails were also great! Thank you. read more

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The coziest place with unique locally sourced dishes and incredible wine to pair it with. I would highly recommend this place for any occasion as it would surely impress! read more

Cafe Mamo - New American Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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So glad to have finally tried Cafe Mamo! It's a small, intimate place with cozy vibes and a perfect date night spot! I started with an Aperol Spritz, which was adorable. The heart sunglasses skewer really brings the vibes We also got the rolls with "good butter" (per the menu) and it truly was good butter (might I venture to say, great butter? ) Along with the flaky sea salt, the rolls were certainly a hit with all of us. I got the ricotta gnocchi with braised pork cheek, and I lost all self control from the second I took the first bite I kept telling myself to slow down and savor it but I swear, something primal took over in me! This space is so cute, and the whole experience had so many cute touches, including the post card they give you when you get your bill! I'm already planning on all the friends and family I want to take here! read more

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Café Mamo was one of the worst dining experiences I've ever had. I went with my girlfriend and she ordered the ramp pasta, which was honestly disgusting. She didn't even eat one bite of it. It looked like slop and tasted even worse. For a place that charges insane prices, you'd think they could at least make edible food. The service was just as bad. Our server clearly saw that my girlfriend didn't touch her food and didn't bother to ask if something was wrong. No check-in, no apology, nothing. It felt like they didn't care at all. And to top everything off, they deleted my previous review instead of actually fixing anything. That says everything you need to know about how they handle feedback. Ridiculously overpriced, terrible food, and even worse service. I would never tell anyone to go here. read more

Cafe Mamo - Ramp pasta - New American Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

We have been waiting to try Cafe Mamo and it was the perfect place to choose for a birthday dinner. We were told that there are two things that are always on the menu - the half chicken and the rolls with butter. If you are questioning two items on the menu, we were told you can always come back for those. We did not listen as they both sounded amazing, and they were. The waitress wonderfully paced our meal for us. We started with the rolls, which the menu states good butter- they are not wrong. Whipped butter with sea salt a must have. Next we had the white fish dip and sweet potatoes. There is something about potatoes that they are always better when someone else makes them for you, these do not disappoint. Perfectly cooked potato and sautéed onion, but the real star was the pecorino shavings, which elevated the dish. The white fish dip, unfortunately I only had one piece of bread with it, as my husband devoured this so quickly. He comes from a yooper family, so if he likes the whitefish, you know it is amazing. It was super light and airy, which I don't think I've had before. Next, our three entrees (so hard to choose). The gnocchi and spaghetti are both house made. Gnocchi was super pillowy and light. The blue cheese added such a good funk to the dish. This was definitely my favorite of the night. The half chicken- you also know why it is always on the menu. Perfectly cooked, delicious sauce and sitting on a baguette- YUM. you can't go wrong. The spaghetti my husband had so I only am judging based on one bite- the noodles were cooked perfectly and definitely the flavor of homemade. It was a very simple dish, which is not a bad thing, but always makes me question if I could've just made it at home and tried something else (we were eyeing the whole trout). We were so intrigued by the dessert, we had to try. Fresh picked buckthorn (google it) ice cream- the waitress described it as similar to the flinstones orange push pop. If you loved that, you'll love this too. Definitely let your curiosity get the best of you and order it. We can't wait to come back for happy hour and sitting on the patio in the summertime. read more

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I really wanted to love Café Mamo. The space is adorable, our server was kind and attentive, and it feels like the kind of hidden gem you want to root for. But unfortunately, the food just didn't live up to expectations. Out of our party of six, only one person was satisfied with their meal. I ordered the whitefish, and it was so overwhelmingly fishy that I couldn't finish it. Two people at our table ordered the gnocchi, and while they said it was okay, it was also just bland and unmemorable--definitely not worth the price. The presentation across all dishes was underwhelming, as you can see in the pictures. Another person ordered the spaghetti, which was literally just noodles with olive oil, and at $25, it felt like a major letdown. He was still hungry afterward, and we ended up going out for more food. The cocktails were decent, but nothing remarkable enough to bring me back. I know Café Mamo has great reviews, which is why I was so excited to try it. But after our experience, I honestly don't understand the hype. Maybe it was an off night, but for the price and quality, I don't think I'd give it another shot. read more

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Quaint and cozy casual on a Creston corner. It's a small menu, but that's fine; it covers the basics (pasta, fish, white meat, red meat) and changes weekly. Lamb shank was a total winner! Fall-off-the-bone meat you could pull apart with a fork and served on a bed of grits. The Mamo chicken wasn't having a good night, though. The lemon garlic sauce works, but the chicken itself was tough tonight. And I don't get why it's served on a half baguette. You don't really want to eat the soggy baguette, which leaves you with a plate of just chicken. I could understand a side of gourmet mashed potatoes or something similar, but this setup didn't justify its $33 price. It's a small space with a handful of tables. Full bar with cocktails that also change weekly. Some tables are really close to each other--be prepared to cozy up with other parties. Limited bar seating for walk ins. Reservations definitely recommended. read more

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Just ate dinner. If you want to eat here, you really should make a reservation because it's such a small spot. They were able to seat me at the bar since I was by myself but did ask if I could be out by a certain time. I really enjoy that they switch up the menu throughout the year but I do wish they had more vegetable options. The only vegetable option was a sweet potato dish. I wish I took a pic of the menu! I ended up getting the ravioli with spicy sauce. I can handle a lot of spice so maybe that's why it didn't seem spicy at all. It was very good and fresh. For dessert they offered a grape ice cream and an olive oil cake with sesame seeds on top? To me it seemed like they were pumpkin seeds on top but maybe I heard her incorrectly. I ended up ordering the olive oil cake and it was okay. On the side was salted whip, which really threw me off and I did not like it at all. I'm usually all about trying new flavors, but the salted whipped cream on the side of the cake did not hit right. I found the olive oil cake quite delicious and interesting and I do highly recommend it actually. I love that when I go to this restaurant, it just feels like someone's cooking me a home-cooked meal. I would say that the staff is professional, but not necessarily friendly. The ambience is very cute and cozy. Parking is not great since you have to park on the street and there are some sketchy vibes at some points but I've never felt afraid or anything like that. Come check this place out and make sure you make a reservation!! read more

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Gnocchi was delicious, along with the mock. Their buns are incredible and must get. Lasagna was also light for a normally heavy dish. read more

Cafe Mamo - New American Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

Excellent service, extensive wine list and menu choices you won't find anywhere else. Highly recommend for anyone looking to try something unique. read more

Unassuming building, but excellent flavors in their food! Totally renovated inside and clean. Staff is very kind. A must try! read more

What an experience. My wife and I tried Cafe Mamo for a date night and it was exquisite! We loved every minute of it from the home-feel of the dining area, to the exceptional service, the delicious wine pairing, and the delicious, seasonally-inspired menu. It's tomato season so every dish had some form of tomato. We ordered 3 small plates, the lake trout entree, and two desserts as well as a fantastic Chardonnay pairing - it is something for you just have to experience! I had learned a little about Mamo from a talk I attended there and knew I'd be impressed. And impressed I was. Wow! Summer and Mike really have something special here and I'm glad to see their place thriving! I hope to visit again soon and see what the chefs are making from whatever is in season. Delicious food, served unpretentiously, from farmers we know locally. Get there and help put money in farmer's hands! read more

Cafe Mamo - Bianca Caprese, pork Ragu and their amazing rolls and butter - New American Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Everything I've had here has been delicious and thoughtfully made. It's fun to sit at the bar and watch the cook making everything. I love how often the menu changes and how hyper-seasonal it is. I recently had an amazing beef pie and mash, and I always love their salads and cheeses. The cozy environment is so warm and inviting, just love this spot. read more

Delicious! One of my favorite meals I've ever had in GR. I love that the menu changes, so I can't wait to go back. I got the chicken and my boyfriend got the pork chop which was SO GOOD. The chicken was also delicious, but I wish I would have gotten the pork chop. Service was also great! read more

Cafe Mamo - Chicken and Pork - New American Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

Small, quaint restaurant that serves DELICIOUS food. This place is really unassuming from the outside, but it has the cutest aesthetic on the inside. Their menu is also one page (Apps, Entrees, and Dessert all on one), which works really well for them! Husband took me here for Valentine's day, and we ordered the following: Gribiche ($12) - Roasted cellar vegetables Winter Salad ($10) - Mizuna, pistaschio, bread crumb Bison Bolognese ($25) - Fettucine, pecorino Walleye ($32) - Cornmeal, greens, meyer lemon We weren't sure what vegetables were in the Gribiche, but we really enjoyed the crunchiness of the dish. The mizuna in the Winter Salad has a similar 'bitterness' to arugula, which paired really well with the pistachio. We liked the fact that the bread crumbs were literal crumbs. It added a nice crunch with each bite of salad. The Bison Bolognese is a dish that I crave. The fettucine was al dente, the bolognese sauce was hearty but not salty, and the bison meat was delicious. If you haven't had bison before, I recommend that you try this dish! The Walleye was, as I always say for great fish dishes, fresh and clean. I look forward to coming back here again in the future! read more

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Select, careful and inspiring menu made by people with real chef skills. Our walleye was exceptional, as were the starters and cocktails. Delicious homemade Parker house rolls with lashings of yummy butter, simple and tasteful. I loved my pasta dish ...there wasn't a scratch left on the plate. Cozy neighborhood ambiance, chic Midwestern upscale. Just a lovely addition to the Grand Rapids culinary scene. read more

SERVICE: 5 FOOD QUALITY: 5 DRINK QUALITY: 5 ORDER TIME: 5 AESTHETICS: 4 NOISE LEVEL: 5 MENU SELECTION: 4 OVERALL EXPERIENCE: 4.71 This place is a small, unsuspecting surprise. From the outside it doesn't look like much, but when you enter you have the feel of a warm, quaint European village home. This place is unique because you would think that being so small they would have a small menu. They have a mid size menu, and also have a wine menu that specializes in old world wines. The service is amazing. Very polite, and really on top of making sure everything is to your liking. The food menu is very classy. From fish to steak to vegetables, you can find something that you will enjoy. I wanted to go with the roasted chicken, but we went for lunch, and I wanted something a little smaller. I decided on the bison burger which was amazing. The bison was cooked perfect. My only suggestion is the choice of bun. It definitely would of been a master piece with grilled brioche. The rolls were buttery, and fluffy with a perfect amount of salt. I also ordered a wonderful glass of rose from Slovenia. Overall, this place is a true hidden treasure. If you're into wine then this place is perfect for you. You can purchase by the glass, or by the bottle. The food, and service are quality so if you're looking for something more personal then look no further. Just call ahead of time to make sure they have a table because they have very limited seating. read more

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Cafe Mamo is filling a bit of a void for this type of restaurant in the area. The menu is small but nicely curated, with a bit of fish, meat, and veg, as well as a neat and tidy cocktail list. Their focus on wine is a bit over my head, but I'm sure they would be happy to help you select a bottle or glass to accompany your meal. Reservations are highly recommended as this spot is pretty small. Nate and I had just eaten one of the best meals in awhile at Spencer in Ann Arbor, and Cafe Mamo gave me some similar vibes with beautifully plated, delicious and unpretentious food. Nate and I went for my late birthday dinner and had an enjoyable experience. I loved being able to see into the open kitchen, and the millennium pink shades worked well with the deep jewel blue tones. The bathroom is also beautiful. Seating is cozy and you're pretty close to other diners. I ordered a glass of wine and the glass it came in was smudgy. It was replaced quickly once I pointed it out, no real complaints there. For food, we chose the rolls and butter, whole trout, and the farmer's cut steak, which was a Denver steak that day. We enjoyed relaxing listening to some classic tunes on vinyl - very cool. The whole trout was delicious and perfectly cooked. The bits of crispy skin were my favorite, and the brown butter was decadent. The addition of seasonal vegetables was a great touch. I did have to wrangle quite a few bones as I ate because I was so excited I think I got overzealous. Just be careful! The steak was a bit of a disappointment for me. Nate enjoyed it, and it was seasoned well, but there were several chunks that were gristly and inedible. The rolls were fine but nothing super special. I appreciated the flaky sea salt and generous portion of butter. We were stuffed after dinner but the dessert options were intriguing, so we went with the house made buttermilk ice cream, topped with shaved frozen watermelon. It was refreshing and rich at the same time - definitely glad we tried it. Our server was kind and on top of service when we visited at the end of August 2021. I would love to go back soon and try their brunch, and they are starting large format dinners on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday! read more

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Cafe Mamo is seriously one of my favorite restaurants downtown. I've gone a couple of times now and they continue to change their menu depending on the season (maybe even month??) but it is extremely quaint. It's a very small, intimate feel which is perfect for a date night. Just don't let the size of the parking lot, the location or the size of the building fool you. It is a wonderful dining experience and the bartender did a fantastic job! This espresso martini was one of the best I've ever had and so excited to find somewhere that can do one justice. We got recommendations from the server on what to try and got an appetizer, and two mains to taste. I would definitely come back some day and want to try everything on the menu with more people (though I think the biggest table seats 6?) and just do small bites of everything. I did enjoy the pork cheek pasta more than the chicken, but I think it's just because it's something unique to their menu. Absolutely wonderful experience and I'd come back again! read more

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Enjoyed our dinner at Cafe Mamo! We got the half chicken and the spaghetti. Both so simple and delicious. Service was lovely and attentive and the interior and exterior are charming. read more

Cafe Mamo - New American Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

Subjective: We took our early valentine's celebration to Cafe Mamo, which we had been meaning to try for a while, and chanced upon the opportunity to try them out for brunch which is a rare experience from what we gathered. Overall, we thought the flavors were good but the execution was a little lacking and it all seem expensive for what we got, especially for breakfast items. The breakfast burrito was served open faced with a good ratio of egg, potato, and pork, but the tortilla was too stiff to roll so I had to continue to eat it open faced. The biscuit and gravy was solid, but not standout and had no other content besides the biscuit and gravy. The latte tasted a little burnt. The cinnamon roll was quite good- moist throughout without being cloyingly sweet. Service was fine, though we did feel somewhat rushed and there was only one high chair available which had already been reserved for another party. Objective: Date of visit: 2/12/23 Previous visits: None Takes reservations/call aheads? yes Parking: street Perceived capacity: small Perceived atmosphere: casual Wait time to seating: none (we had a reservation) What I/we got: breakfast burrito, biscuit and gravy, mimosa, latte, cinnamon bun cost: ~$75 Assessment: 4 stars- Cute restaurant with an intimate feel and straightforward seasonal menu, but overall unimpressed with their brunch fares. Plan: May give it another chance for a future date night since dinner seems to be their focus read more

Everything's fabulous! Smaller menu so everything's made to perfection. Can't wait to go back.

Curated seasonal menu, highly individualized service, & the best flavors from local farms. Outdoor dining in summer.I can't say enough good things about this place. read more

We had a reservation on a Friday evening. As expected it was busy. Upon checking in with the host we were told it would be a few minutes for our table. We were fine with that but a few minutes turned into over 40mins. The interior is quite small and there is not much standing room to wait for a table. Host did not check in with us during that wait but the bartender did. We hesitated to wait for our table or leave for a different restaurant. They did explain to us that a table was done but the party was not leaving. A suggestion: disclosed time limit or at least accurately report wait times. Seemed like they didn't care to push things along. When we did get seated, they did apologize for the wait and offered to comp our drinks. Which was appreciated but there really is no good excuse to have a 40+ min wait for a party of two who had made a reservation and showed up on time. The menu was small highlighting seasonal produce and local meats. This farm to table concept was intriguing to us and the main reason we decided to come in the first place. Maybe it was just that week's menu that seemed to not have many inspiring entrees. It was just disappointing to have waited that long and the only thing that sounded appealing was the Bison Bolognese. It would be great if they can post on their website or social media of what's on the rotating menu. Flavor was good but simple and presentation needs some work. Based on other reviews and photos on Yelp this dish typically has cheese on it. Ours didn't but at that point we waited so long and were hungry. We got two cocktails, a soup and some rolls along with the two pasta dishes and a dessert. Would we come back? Possibly on a less busy week night and perhaps during spring or summer when there's more interesting seasonal produce available. read more

The food here is so good, I've been here every day since the first day I've been here. So good, I bought the house across the street so I can save the gas money for food. It's so good. The chocolate icecream (when available) is the best thing I've ever eaten. So good. read more

This quaint restaurant is small in scale, but I found it to be quite an impressive little dining experience. Their menu is limited but they are open to requests and comments. I particularly enjoy their homemade pasta and seasonally chosen dishes. The squash was very unique, and felt light and healthy. The purée was smooth and flavorful, the ingredients shine in their simplicity. I once tried to be adventurous here and order the eggplant, this dish was a miss for me and I found the eggplant to be tough and bitter. Their ice cream is made in house, so be sure to save room! Cafe mamo is a fun and intimate choice if you are looking to vary your Grand Rapids restaurant selection. Parking is extremely limited, however finding street parking is typically easy in this area. read more

Cafe Mamo - Yellow tomato pasta - New American Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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A delightful, small restaurant with a lively, yet intimate atmosphere. The service was prompt and friendly. The menu was short, simple and creative. The food was delicious. The wine menu was full of choices, enough to satisfy any taste. We started with a delicious garden salad, country ham and freshly made dinner rolls. I had the homemade Spaghetti chitarra (pressed through wire giving it squared edges) with olives and olive oil. The walleye and coq au vin both looked perfect, and was told they tasted great. I hear the menu changes often, so I look forward to returning. Hats off to the owner and chef for keeping it all simple and delicious. Well done! read more

Cafe Mamo - Spaghetti alla Chitarra Aglio e Olio - New American Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Upon entering, the hard work and dedication that went into the transformation of the space are evident. Our group of 4 was greeted and seated very close to our reservation time, and I'm assuming that reservations are a must on a weekend night given the seating capacity of ~30. Our server was lovely and efficient and we were able to pace our ordering, not made to feel rushed in any way. We started with drinks (my husband's Old Fashioned is pictured) from their very extensive drink menu and wine list and everyone enjoyed their selections throughout the evening. Onto the food - we ordered the Rolls & Butter ($6). I'm old school, so I definitely don't get having to pay extra for rolls (2) and butter, but for that reason I expected them to be spectacular. They were not. Rolls were nothing special, not warm, but butter was delicious and plentiful. We then ordered several Wedge Salads ($13) to share. They were good, not great. The Ranch dressing needed a little more zest, in my opinion, but my thanks to whomever plated my salad because the blue cheese was delicious and plentiful. The Roasted Half Chicken was said to be delicious ($27), the Walleye ($32) was deemed a bit bland, the Bison Bolognese. ($25) was very good, and the Farmer's Cut Steak ($50) - my apologies for not recalling what the cut was that evening - was said to be seasoned well and cooked as requested. I was disappointed that the only evidence of green on any of our plates was the little bit of spinach that sat under the walleye. Back to my old school expectations, but the fact that virtually the entire table (minus the lettuce in our wedge salads) was beige took away from the presentation for me. Here's my overall assessment, it was a lovely, relaxing dinner with friends. The ambiance is warm, the service was excellent, and the food was good, although the menu limited (4 entree offerings), and I found our dinner to be a bit pricey. read more

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It was fine. After having driven past a few times I thought I'd invite some friends and we would give it a try. I take responsibility for not looking at menu and prices because this place is low-key fancy; which for me means pricey and small portions. We sat outside which was nice but the inside (at least on a July Friday) may require a reservation. I think the food is good (I ordered the trout and it had really nice presentation!) but, for me, isn't delicious enough to equate to the price and I was still hungry. And y'all I don't like leaving restaurants still hungry but having spent many dollars. My drink was pretty tasty, so that was a plus. The whole experience was fine, but I don't know if I will go back. read more

Cafe Mamo - Trout! - New American Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

A brilliant place!! Fantastic food, as well as a lovely wine list, and cocktails. This is a gem and a must try! The service is brilliant!!

This place is so cute. I've only heard great things about Café Mamo and the overall experience did not disappoint. The staff was friendly and attentive, accommodating our little family. We ordered the bread & butter for our starter. It was so soft, warm, and fresh! The bison bolognese was a hit-- had great soft and chewy texture and seasonings. Our toddler was a big fan! The walleye had a nice, crispy breaded skin with flakes of salt that perfectly balanced the braised greens. Though we didn't have drinks aside from water, the wine menu looked very impressive. Will have to try something next time for sure! read more

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As a girls night out treat, my friend and I were excited for our first experience at Cafe Mamo. Here how it went: Arrival: We arrived at 4:30 before the bustling dinner crowd arrived. The ambiance was more spacious than expected with well thought out, cozy décor. I asked the wait staff for guidance on flavor profiles of a few wines on the menu which was met with "I like them all" and a very unwelcoming blank stare. I proceeded to ask for a sample of one particular wine before I made my final choice to which she returned to dump a full pour in my glass and walk away. Unfortunately the wine did not pair well on my palate and when the misunderstanding was explained I was rudely met with the silent treatment. Based on service alone I had a feeling this would be my first and last visit. Food: Underwhelming. Portion sizes were surprisingly small. Rolls and Butter: Roll was good enough, not my particular favorite, but that's a personal preference. Carrot Salad: Missing a burst of flavor. Not well balanced on salt, fat and acid. Little Green Pasta with Sausage: Pesto had bright fresh flavor. Pasta tasted homemade but was thicker and chewier than I would have preferred. Sausage was dry. Chicken: Good flavor profile. Chicken was dryer than I would like. Gravy and bread were tasty. Fettuccini: I would say my favorite dish of the selections. Good choice in greens to balance out the pasta. Cake: soft, moist, good flavor. Prices: $138 for two people. Prices felt high for the amount and craft put into the food we ordered. For having less than 10 full items available on the menu I would expect those dishes to be built out to absolute perfection. As my restaurant review standard: there was nothing they served that I couldn't do at home with a superior outcome, therefore Cafe Mamo will not be on my list of recommendations. read more

Amazing dinner at this new Creston gem. Cafe Mamo packs some great flavor and quality ingredients in a 10 table bungalow. The cuisine, inspired by Midwestern classics, is a elevation of the nostalgic flavors of my grandmas house. I loved every bite! I can't wait to go back for brunch. read more

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