Cannot speak highly enough of this wonderful restaurant. This is the type of establishment that reminds you of the good old days. The customer service is a time capsule of an era where a business strived to make your visit special and memorable with quality food and great service and not by some trend or gimmick. One thing that is not in the past is their skilled ability to provide a safe meal for those who are vegan, gluten free and or dairy free. I've never been to a restaurant that can turnout amazing authentic Italian food made with regular flour while also being able to provide a safe gluten free and or dairy free alternative of the same caliber. They have an efficient system that makes it clear there are people with dietary restrictions at the table and they take it very seriously. With all those great things to say, the food is what is worth writing home about. A gluten free chicken Parmesan that no one would ever guess was gf! A delicious gf df chocolate lava cake to end the meal was such a treat and was delicious. The staff were so friendly and knowledgeable and attentive, they're a well oiled machine! And it was very nice for the grandson of the original founders to walk around and talk to us, not just a how is everything tonight kind of stop either, he really took the time to make pleasant conversation about the World Cup and ask how our son did at his soccer tournament. They have been around for 56 years and if our visit was anything to go off, they'll be around for another 100 years! read more

Another review from a poor man. I will give this to you as the good and the bad and the overall of Mama's. The good. The staff is as attentive as they have always been. The way they show pictures of "today's specials" on an iPad type device is a nice touch. The meatball app had good flavor as well as the ricotta that came with it. The fiancé had the pear purse which is always a very good. Also the Eggplant Pisa salad that came with my lunch paring was very very good and I would eat it again!!! The bad. The meatball app, although tasty, was only two small meatballs (basically the size of a soup spoon!!) for 15 bucks. So I don't care for the cost compared to the value you get for it. Also I am a snob for chicken parm and this chicken was overcooked and dry. The bread crumbs were soggy and would have been forgiven if the chicken itself wasn't so overcooked and dry!!!! My over all is this. Been to mamas many times before this review and I think they are worth your time (even more so during dinner time!). They do more things right than they ever do it wrong. So I would still recommend going. I just wouldn't recommend it to the New Jersey Chicken parm Facebook page........ read more

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Our daughter visiting from PA and she is Celiac Disease GF so this is her favorite spot in NJ. Great food options prepared fresh and delicious. Sat outside on patio under an umbrella . Met owner Tom who sincerely cares about his customers. Great overall dining experience! read more

Mama's Cafe Baci - Italian Near Me - Hackettstown, New Jersey

This is a great Italian restaurant if you have any dietary restrictions (and even if you don't). If you're a vegetarian, vegan or have a gluten-free diet, this is definitely the place for you! They will even put a tiny sign on your table that says Gluten-free, to remind your server. What service! And their menu has such a wide variety of items, that everyone will find something to satisfy them. The food is delicious here! Reasonable prices; huge portions sizes. Service and hospitality was wonderful and they really pay attention to food requirements and allergies. I've never experienced a restaurant who took these issues so seriously. Kudos to Mama's Cafe Baci!! read more

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Great parking! You can choose whether to sit indoor or outdoors. We had a family get together. So we sat indoors.. lots of charming photographs of old celebrities hung on the wall. Music was retro 1950s Dean Martin style music, which I absolutely adore. The hostess guided us to out table immediately. Very welcoming. Our server was very friendly, kind and professional. She brought her beverages and some freshly baked bread to our table. Yum. I got the Eggplant Siena. It was so delicious and I loved not only the scent but the flavor. The perfect amount of garlic ! Yum! The presentation was lovely & display of the food on my plate was pleasing as well. The veggies were sitting right next to the rigatoni pasta. Adorable, flavorful and delicious! We all ordered dessert. And I was pretty stuffed, but there was always room for a tiny cannoli. That's what I got and it was magnificent! We all loved our dishes and we would definitely come back. It looks like they have music night sometimes and they have a pet patio... for those that have dogs. How wonderful. Very grateful for all the hard-working people that did everything possible for us to have a magnificent time. We were very well cared for. Such a hard-working staff. read more

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Mama's Cafe Baci is an amazing family-run establishment offering delicious Italian food, tasty seasonal cocktail menus - and for those individuals who favor plant-based diets - a deep menu of vegan options. I sat at the bar, and was served by Austin - who is a third-generation owner. I enjoyed a sampler of appetizers - all were delicious and rich in flavor. As a cocktail aficionado, I tried several of Austin's seasonal concoctions - my favorite of which was the rum-based "Apple Pie" cocktail, topped with whip cream. For next time, I may try the Pumpkin Pie Martini. Other entries on the Fall cocktail menu include the Pumpkin White Russian, Apple Cider Mimosa, and Autumn Orchard Sangria. The bar also offers a nice selection of premium whiskies available in 2 oz. pours such as Jefferson's Ocean Reserve, Blanton's, Woodford Reserve, Monkey Shoulder, and Macallan (12/15/18). I ended my night with a smoked Old-Fashioned, the perfect segue into Fall. Mama's also offers a nice selection of mocktails. Setting the sonic atmosphere was a singer-songwriter style guitarist. Cafe Baci apparently offers live music 7 nights a week. It was a great evening out - the food, cocktails, and service were all on point. Can't wait to return! read more

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Our daughter from PA was visiting NJ and who has celiac knows she can safely eat the food at Mammas. My husband and I ate off the regular menu. The food is excellent. The staff is very friendly. It was so nice we ate outside. The owners son stopped by our table to see how everything was. read more

The service was good. My eggplant dish was way too strong with the sauce it was in so it was hard to eat. It wasn't cheap but you got big portions. I liked the little pear cheese purses. Room was kind of chilly. They had a heater running. Overall it was good just felt pricey. read more

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At first I was a little deceived by the name. I'm so use to a cafe being beverages and pastries. But mama's cafe Baci was great! Everyone was so kind! They bring you bread and pasta as a sampler! The food was delicious you can taste the freshness. Let's talk about mozzarella sticks that don't come from the frozen aisle. I don't think I've ever enjoyed a mozzarella stick like this. To be honest I was full by the time I received my sandwich. I had also ordered garlic knots with mozzarella and I loved the fact that these knots had a wonderful taste of garlic it wasn't just there for show. I will be back!! Soon read more

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Not very pleased with 1. The Ser ice. 2. My meal Brought me the wrong meal! When the right one came, Linguine with white clam sauce...it was gooey. Waitress was very helpful, and professional....I'd give her 5 Stars...she tried to make the meal better. read more

Went tonight with my sons family for our wedding anniversary. Everything was delicious. Dinners can be ordered as 'Duets' which is 2 half entrees. Staff is friendly and attentive. Our table was on the room with the live musicians and it made for a great dinner experience. Some if us(not me) couldn't finish our dinners and the waitress took them away to pack them for take home. Unfortunately the plates were dropped so the waitress came back and told us that the dinners would be remade to take home. After dinner we were welcomed by the owner who really made us feel welcome. read more

Still love this place!! Every time we visit the area Mamas is a must. They again did not disappoint on our take out order. Awesome pizza, excellent balsamic chicken, and loved the homemade soup, today chicken and rice. The service was outstanding while we ordered and waited. Everyone was very kind and cool and made us feel so welcome. Thank you for that! The atmosphere is a classic Italian place and has that warmth and flavor or Italy or what we in America perceive as Italian. You must go to Mamas, it's simply gonna make you happy. Cheers. read more

HACKETTSTOWN: From catering for an event with the Dalai Lama, hosting the Happy Gilmore film crew and NJ native Queen Latifa, to knowing Gene Simmons and carrying his Money Bags soda brand, Mama's Cafe Baci can now add a couple of famous pups to their clientele list with Brie and Nugget having visited! Mama's Cafe Baci is a wonderfully dog friendly restaurant and one of the best businesses we have visited in our 7+ years of taking Brie on her adventures! Mama's has been in business for over 50 years and we were thrilled to be invited by the owner's son, Austin, who is heavily involved in the business and very forward thinking when it comes to amazing food options, dog friendliness, and community. We were treated to an amazing lunch of fantastic classic Italian food and they even specialize in vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy free, and keto options! The portions are huge and we indulged in vegan chicken parmesan, vegan chicken francese, vegan penne vodka, focaccia, orzo, selections from their full bar, and only wish we had room for dessert. For each dietary option you are looking for, the menus are HUGE! The hostess also shows the specials on an iPad, which we thought was awesome! Dogs even get to dine in luxury with their special Pooch Cafe menu! Nugget and Brie spoiled themselves with a pumpkin spice latte using healthy ingredients from another local business in the area, Barkista! And their main course was "The Royal Prince" which came with filet mignon tips. They also have other pup-friendly options of meatballs, salmon, chicken, bacon, and even dessert of vanilla ice cream and peanut butter. All the dog options are gluten-free. Leashed and friendly dogs are allowed outside at the Pooch Cafe portion of the restaurant which is located in a cozy space along the side of the restaurant, and when not busy, in the back. The space is open all-year-round and blankets can be provided when it gets chilly. They can also provide water bowls and clean-up baggies. We had excellent service from Ava, Sheri, and the rest of the crew and felt so appreciated by the warm welcome and excitement that we were visiting! read more

Mama's Cafe Baci - Outdoor patio and Pooch Cafe Menu! - Italian Near Me - Hackettstown, New Jersey

As a parent of a child with celiac it's comforting to know they can be completely safe eating the food at Mammas. The staff is beyond friendly. The food is excellent. The pear pasta is so delicious and my favorite item. This is the best and most friendly restaurant around. It's so nice to see people with food allergies and preferences (vegetarian) treated like they matter too. read more

The food and ambiance is always top tier at mamas! Thanks Tom! :-) If you are local (or beyond) this spot is the best! read more

Food was great and so was the service. We were a party of six. The music was good too

I had my daughter- in-laws baby shower in the Rainbow room at their restaurant. Sheri helped me make the arrangements. I sent her emails with questions and she answered very promptly and called me several times regarding my questions to explain more to me so I would not be anxious about anything. Sheri and the other employees treat you like your family. Their food was amazing. You get 2 appetizers, 2 entrees, 2 pastas and 2 desserts ( Italian cookies and Zeppole). You can get the cake also from there but I brought my own. The soft drinks are included . I bought bottles of wine from their place . You have that option to do that! I went for lunch with my sister and a best friend about a month before and they gave us a sample of an appetizer to see if we liked it and we were able to select the menu for the baby shower. The day before the shower brought my decorations to them and they put all of them out and hung up the banners and assisted with carrying the stuff from our cars and storing it overnight. The next day with the cake, they came and carried the stuff in again and carried it in. My son, my husband, my son's father in law, my other son and brother came at the last hour to watch my daughter in law open her gifts and they cut the cake for these guests and gave them coffee or other soft drinks. They REALLY treat you like family. I had her bridal shower there 3 years ago and still the same quality of care to make your special occasion memorable. Sheri also is the best! She professional, personable and sweet.i recommend this place and I believe the cost is very reasonable compared to other locations around here. read more

Mama's Cafe Baci in Hackettstown, NJ. "Fine food & Love of life" is the motto at @mamas_cafebaci and it shows! @mamas_cafebaci is a perfect place for a romantic date or a family friendly night with live music every Friday and a vast menu including gluten free and vegan options! I loved the "4 season sampler pizza"- a 1/4 of each type of pizza that makes everyone happy! I loved this place for their amazing food and service! They even have a "pooch patio" for your fur babies! Treat your pup to a special treat cooked to order from @mamas_cafebaci's pooch cafe menu! @mamas_cafebaci has so many options-perfect for everyone including vegan and gluten free options! Insta: @thehungrysw - Pear and gorgonzola purses - Champagne Palma - Tomasso Old School - Eggplant Amato - White Champagne Chicken - Chicken Toscana - 4 Season Sampler - Homemade mozzarella sticks - Fried calamari -Bello Giorno Blue Cocktail read more

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Gluten free heaven As parents of a child recently diagnosed with Celiac, this place was so comforting to dine in. They were on point with ensuring gluten-free meals were handed to the appropriate persons. The calamari was nice. It was fried for sure, but less breading. Slightly oily. Not my absolute fav, but our GF little one hasn't had fried calamari in a while so was very happy. We were passed free taste testers and WOW, the creamy risotto and champagne rosa pasta were delicious as ever. Our entree pasta dishes were delicious! I recommend the DUET. We also got a steak dish. Not crazy about the lemon pesto, but the fra diablo was delish! The service was excellent. The ambiance was warm and cozy, a well-dated italian spot from the early ages vibe. Love the spiral staircase! A gentleman began playing singing and playing on his guitar around 6 or 7 pm. A very, very nice time was had. read more

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This place is definitely interesting. The decor is unusual and they definitely bring the hospitality. Multiple people to consistently check on you, multiple menus to accommodate dietary needs, and even little placards at your table to confirm said needs. Lots of GF options to choose from. I had the calamari and the chicken parm with a sample of some rice with vodka-like sauce they brought out (complementary). The calamari was cooked perfectly and the sauce for that was delicious. As far as the chicken parm, I was sad to see the pasta did not come covered in cheese as well (it would have greatly enhanced the dish) and I was not a fan of the red sauce. This place is 40 min away from me and, while it was good, I can't say I was in love with it enough to drive the distance back. read more

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Mama's is family! The food is second to none, the service is exceptional. Catering or dining in, hands down the best. read more

Mama's Cafe Baci - Pear purses - Italian Near Me - Hackettstown, New Jersey

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I came across Mama's Cafe Bici, on my endless search for my celiac wife. I would personally like to thank this restaurant for making an effort for those people who cannot have gluten because of an allergy. It was awesome to see so many item's labeled GF. Unfortunately the food didn't live up to our expectations. It was ok. I don't want to bash a place that's making an effort. We really appreciated the night off cooking. read more

When we first moved to Warren County, after being born and raised out East, finding authentic delicious Italian food was almost an impossible task but when we found Mama's our search was over. The food is delicious and the selections plenty with the ambiance to match. The waitresses are always pleasant and friendly with the attention to service that fine restaurants offer. My only suggestion would be that guests absolutely enjoy being asked as to the their dinning experiences and meal quality but not repeatedly within the reservation. That aside, I can say only the highest praises of Mama's Cafe Baci and I highly recommend anyone yearning for authentic Italian cuisine to experience it themselves. read more

THE best service around. Every staff member is knowledgeable, accommodating, and you can tell they are taken care of. Ambiance is great, nothing is ever rowdy. Everything is clean, music is the perfect volume, and the outdoor seating is nice. Everyone treats you as family. The food is outstanding; take out, delivery, dine in you aren't disappointed. It's a bit expensive but it's worth the price since you're paying for quality ingredients. They have a wide selection for those with allergies and the options are thoughtful which you don't see at a lot of places! read more

Ugh I used to love this place but the quality went DOWN. I had this special apple ravioli and it was not great. There were chunks of apple thrown into it. The sauce was chunky and thick. The restaurant could use a face lift for its appearance. Service was good. read more

Mama's Cafe Baci - Apple ravioli - Italian Near Me - Hackettstown, New Jersey

We had our sons boot camp from the Marines graduation party here!!!! It was absolutely exceptional. We do generally frequent here to eat but we decided to book our first party here and Mamas did not disappoint!!! It was set up absolutely beautiful!!! I did some ballon's and some banners and just beautiful...the service was spot on from drinks to appetizers to serving us our buffet lunch....well priced flexible and delicious!!! I would highly recommend Mamas to anyone thank you again for hosting my very important party!!!! read more

Mama's Cafe Baci - Caleb's graduation cake!! - Italian Near Me - Hackettstown, New Jersey

This time we were there together with a little dog. We had a great experience. We loved it. It's so nice they treated us and the dog. We really enjoyed it and appreciated it. We will definitely come back again. Service was great and food was great. Also gluten free! read more

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This is the second time I have been to mama's. The first few years ago was a big success. I ordered the pear Gorgonzola pasta and it was DELICIOUS! This second time, I ordered the same dish, but it didn't quite taste the same. Likely aided by the fact that the pasta was room temperature (did not expect the pears to be warm). So, that was disappointing. I also had the apple ravioli special and it was also disappointing, and a bit strange. When I think of ravioli the inside is usually a creamer filling to contrast the ravioli. But here the inside was small cut up bits of apples. A strange mix that led to a disappointing eating experience. The service was also not great. Didn't enjoy my time at mama's too much this time. read more

Mama's is definitely a home town staple when it comes to Italian food. They're especially amazing for those enjoying a gluten free diet, as they specialize in gluten free and vegetarian options as well! I love that there is live music most nights of the week, and such a lovely ambiance for a family dinner or date night. read more

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I had heard great things about Mama's. Last night we tried it and we were so impressed by the amazing customer service. They do try to make you feel like family. Our food was delicious. We will definitely go back. read more

Whenever I come here I feel like I'm home. The people are so friendly and the atmosphere is so cozy it feels like I've come to my grandmas house for Sunday dinner. We have ordered many things and everything is exceptional and authentic. You cannot go wrong with anything on the menu. It's best to make reservations (because they're so well loved) but they will always do their best to accommodate you. They are a Hackettstown original and I hope they are around for another 56 years! read more

Can't recommend this place enough for any kind of diet!! If you are gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan or vegetarian...they really take care of you and have 19 separate fryers to make sure you can eat safely. And the food is scrumptious!! They have soft guitar music...perfect background music and not loud at all. The owner could not have been nicer. If you are in the area...or want a delicious dining experience...go to Mama's. read more

The food...absolutely delicious! The service...we couldn't ask for better! We love Mama's!!!

Who knew an Italian restaurant with the largest vegan menu I have seen anywhere! Walking in we were asked if we wanted a vegan and or traditional menu; my non-vegan friend also wanted to look at the vegan menu. And of course a robust traditional menu as well .It took a while for me to decide, but I went with the vegan pizza for lunch. My colleague had one of the lunch specials lobster ravioli and the drink special blueberry sangria. I went with unsweetened iced tea. Without the drink, the tab was 45. The service was excellent and nice ambience. If you're in Hackettstown area and hungry, go for it! read more

We had an engagement dinner here with my and my fiancé's family. They were able to accommodate our large party and gave us a portion of a room to ourselves. I loved the ambiance of the place and the food was absolutely delicious. I really enjoyed the calamari and penne vodka. The bread was also really excellent. I'd definitely come back again! read more

I have been coming to Mama's since 2020 and still consider it the best restaurant around. There are so many things I love about it, so I'll name a few. First, I'm vegan and have so many options to choose from, all of which are amazing. They are always adding new things to the menu and I appreciate that my family and friends can come eat here as well and can get "normal" food too. Second, I love that they give you free bread, a free sample of a dish (gluten free and vegan too if needed) and they also give you huge portions. Third, all of the staff is SO attentive and nice. Even when a mistake is made, they are quick to fix it and make your experience better. In five years of coming here, every time we come we are greeted by the owner, Thomas, as well as the host staff with such friendliness. I just can't say enough good things about Mamas, it will probably be my favorite restaurant forever. read more

The service was excellent and accommodating. The food was outstanding. The way the menu extensively catered to gluten free was impressive. The dog menu alone was unique and my dog loved the meatballs ! I will continue returning and was so beyond satisfied with the food and the service and the atmosphere. read more

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Relaxed dining atmosphere, good service but most importantly excellent food. This review only discusses vegetarian options, but I'm sure the quality is the same. They have a great selection of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. But I'm not speaking to that. This time around I had the cauliflower crust personal pizza, and the broccoli crust personal pizza. Two personal pizzas were split between three people, and we went home with a lot of food. Very tasty, crispy and Very filling. read more

Service was incredible. Food was delicious and my vegan spouse was able to find a real meal not just a salad. I love the dog menu too

This place is very good if you are looking to get really good Italian food. My only complaint(after going to many other excellent Italian places in New Jersey) is that the food has a ton of garlic in everything, don't get me wrong I love garlic but they put too much in there. Also, it is quite pricey for Italian food. I have been going here since I was in middle school. I went to get pizza there with my girlfriend for our anniversary. Two large pies, mozzarella sticks and two drinks each were north of $200, that being said their service is always amazing. Service is always the highlight of Mamas, it truly is second to none. read more