If you want to add a little spice to your lunch, try the lamb wrap with the za'atar fries. Happy to stumble across this small eatery with indoor/outdoor seating. Off the main street in Mill Valley, Mama's Luncheonette also has fresh juices in addition to their wraps. My friend and I split the lamb wrap and, me being a fries freak, I had to try the za'atar fries: fresh potatoes fried up with spices. Za'atar is described as a traditional Middle Eastern spice blend made from herbs, sesame seeds, sumac, and salt. So delicious! The combo of lamb plus the fries definitely made for a tasty, albeit smaller, meal. Love the upbeat service here. Great spot for a casual bite to eat or when you've got a fries craving. read more

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Climbing down from the mountain trails of Mill Valley, I was completely famished. Time for some serious noms! I have been following Mama's for a bit and was hyped to see their second outpost right at the finish line of my 10-miler. Loved the retro diner vibes, the outdoor seating, and the friendly staff. Everyone was so warm and inviting, it felt like pulling up to your favorite Auntie's house. I went with the Mama's breakfast burrito and added brisket. OMG. So, so GEWD! First came those warm, velvety smooth eggs intermingled with gooey cheddar and avocado: sinking into your palate like a plush, cloud-soft mattress of richness. The salsa verde ignites a bright, tangy spark, while those crispy tots build a shatteringly golden foundation beneath all that plush flavor. Then comes the brisket. Forget the endless debate between bacon or sausage: this brisket gives you the best of both worlds with its luscious, smokey, seasoned depth and delightfully crispy edges. Add a few drops of their smokey house salsa and it is game over. You will never want a different breakfast burrito ever again. That deep sense of accomplishment from hiking straight into a world-class burrito set me up for the ultimate afternoon nap. read more

EDIT: this is for the Marin location Vibes are cute and diner-eque. My husband and I ordered the famous breakfast burrito with brisket. The service was quick and friendly. The food itself was good but nothing amazing. I liked that the burrito is filling. My issues were: 1. The brisket was almost flavorless, it just gets lost in the burrito which isn't what I was expecting. But I guess the $3 add on should have been a sign. 2. The burrito has a salsa in it that was spicier than I was mentally prepared for. I KNOW I have a low tolerance for spice though so this is 100% personal 3. The juices were just okay. read more

Mama's Luncheonette - Sandwiches Near Me - Mill Valley, California

No line, tons of indoor/outdoor seating and lovely staff. Those are just some of the highlights outside of the food. The chicken Caesar wrap is always fantastic but also be sure to try the lamb wrap with the garlic sauce. read more

Mama's Luncheonette - Sandwiches Near Me - Mill Valley, California

I can see why this is worth the hype! The croutons are genuinely soooo good. Very crunchy and definitely something you can't get in a grocery store! I've never been to the SF location to see if it's comparable but definitely worth it! read more

Mama's Luncheonette - Sandwiches Near Me - Mill Valley, California

Finally was able to check this place out after seeing it so many times on social media. I stopped by the Mill Valley location before lunch rush on a Thursday morning and there was no line which was great. Kelly was my cashier and she was amazing! Super friendly, positive vibes and very helpful. Greeted me as soon as I came in. I was on my way to an appt so I couldn't sit and eat there for lunch so she made sure to separate my order to keep the chips nice and fresh for when I could get to it later. My order: chopped chicken Caesar wrap cut in half with the smoked paprika potato chips on the side. She even let me try a strawberry lemonade on the house! Delicious and refreshing. The wrap was big enough to share so I gave half of it to my brother. It was seasoned well and the lettuce was still crunchy when I got it home. Paired well with the hot sauce they provided. Will definitely be coming back to try other goodies on the menu. Thanks again, Kelly, for such great service. You've got a returning customer! read more

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Finally got to try the viral chicken caesar wrap and it did not disappoint! It's been on my list for a while, but I never wake up early enough to make the trip across the bridge and they close at 2:30pm haha. I knew it looked familiar when I saw that their new item special was "Pearl's Burger"! This used to be Pearl's Deluxe Burgers!!! My mom works down the street and she would buy us Pearl's all the time! So sad they closed. Anyways! In addition to getting the chicken caesar wrap, we also ordered the chicken tikka masala wrap. Omg, that one was so good!!! It was full of flavor and it comes with extra chicken tikka masala sauce on the side to dip! You honestly don't even need it, as the wrap is already filled with an adequate amount of sauce. The wrap itself wasn't dry either. Each wrap was $18, which is a bit pricy, but I'd still return for their chicken tikka masala wrap! read more

I love a good chicken Caesar wrap, and Mama's Luncheonette is my favorite to date. The chicken-to-lettuce ratio is just right, the croutons add the perfect amount of crunch without being overpowering, and the chips were a flavorful addition. read more

Mama's Luncheonette - Chicken Cesar wrap with paprika chips - Sandwiches Near Me - Mill Valley, California

This place had a lot of hype on social media, and I was excited to try, but I didn't feel it was worth it. There was too much dressing in the wrap and the lettuce was welted. The presentation and flavor were good and I liked the chips on the side. Portion size was average. Not sure if I'll return because I felt like the overall quality and price didn't justify another visit. read more

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Wow. So yummy and refreshing. So many people with good music. Quick service and good to grab on the go. I split it with my friend and it was the perfect amount read more

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Mama's Luncheonette is a little gem I first heard about from an influencer. My mom loves a good, simple wrap, so we decided to give it a try. We ordered the Caesar wrap with the smoky paprika chips, and it was delicious--simple, fresh, and flavorful. And I'm a sucker for a good homemade kettle chip! At the end of our 3 night Mill Valley trip, I asked my mom what her favorite meal had been, and without hesitation, she said, "Mama's Luncheonette!" read more

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I was shocked at how lame this $19 Cesar wrap was. So flavorless and the chicken was cold cubes. Like 4 croutons and parm was grated so it just blends in with the dressing. I've heard great things so I was bummed. Maybe I'll go back and try the breakfast read more

If you want a good wrap the chicken Caesar is delicious. And the tater tots are really tasty, too. Low key ambience but very good! read more

I came here on a weekend and there was almost no line at this location compared to the one in SF which was good. Immediately, the restaurant is very cute with a friendly, diner atmosphere and the staff was nice. The caesar wrap was also good, and I liked the crispy croutons and dressing to salad ratio, but honestly it was nothing special. It was just another chicken caesar salad wrap. If you're just in the area, then it's worth a try but if there's a long line, I would skip this place read more

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Great quick lunch spot. I love the viral chicken Caesar wrap but my husband thinks it has too much dressing. The Caesar salad lovers will love it! The chips on the side are great too read more

I don't get the hype. My best friend and her daughter ordered the lamb wrap before me while I reserved one of the two tables outside. We sat together for awhile before I went in to order at the makeshift table with ready to go lemonades. I ordered next and my food came immediately in a to go box. My friend's food came on a plate freshly made. $30 for a salad wrapped in a cold tortilla and a strawberry lemonade with tip is criminal. So expensive for lettuce wrapped in a tortilla. Chicken was nonexistent, what fancy croutons?, bland. A buffalo inspired hot sauce that comes on the side saved the sandwich. Chips were fine. The lamb wrap doesn't come with chips but I had no problem sharing mine. read more

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I ordered the tikka masala wrap and my daughter ordered the Caesar wrap. Both were good. I thought the tikka masala wrap was better. I liked the mix of contrasting flavors and unusual ingredients (slaw and pickles). I would return. I'd like to try one of the breakfast options. read more

Mama's Luncheonette - Caesar wrap - Sandwiches Near Me - Mill Valley, California

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The lamb wrap with chips is seriously banana so good! Yum yum tater tots, yum yum I will be back! read more

The service is really great and this location is a huge difference from sf because you can actually sit and enjoy your food. I enjoyed the matcha lemonade which was so good! Breakfast burrito I was nice but didn't enjoy the huge slabs of brisket that weren't cut up like they usually are. Overall great experience and friendly staff. read more

Mama's Luncheonette - Matcha lemonade and oat milk agave cold brew - Sandwiches Near Me - Mill Valley, California

I've been seeing everywhere that this place has the best breakfast burritos and chicken Caesar wraps so I tried it - I thought it was good. Didn't blow me away but still solid. I wouldn't recommend someone goes out of their way, but if you're nearby it's a good choice. read more

Strolled in here last week after seeing their new tuna sandwich on Instagram. It looked so good, I had to try it. It did not disappoint! If you like tuna sandos, you need to try it. It was truly perfect. Plus, it was a good sized sandwich, I ate half for lunch and half for a snack later in the day. Could see this being fire after a hike in Mount Tam. Yum! Recommend! read more

Mama's Luncheonette - The Dipsea and chips - Sandwiches Near Me - Mill Valley, California

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I like the name. That was the hook. "Mama's" makes me think of either Southern comfort/hospitality or a recipe brought down across generations haha. I had their Egg McLovin for breakfast. I like how it's not quite a normal "burger/sandwich". Think burger, but patty is chicken sausage, bun is a flaky English muffin, and onions are grilled (like In n Out), and sauce is harissa aioli! Also, they offer some hot sauce if you want. I heard this place is known for its wraps though, so I will try that next time. Good thing they opened a location closer to where I am! read more

Mama's Luncheonette - Sandwiches Near Me - Mill Valley, California

We were in the area and noticed that they opened a Mama's Luncheonette here! We live in SF but there's always a huge line in the Marina location - there wasn't any here, so we decided to take advantage so we (read: I) could try the viral chicken Caesar salad wrap. I've seen mixed reviews but decided to save judgement for when I actually had it. Quick affair to order, sit down, and receive the food. It's on the pricier side (got up to $18 ish after I was done paying) but the wrap is huge. I ended up only eating half and saving the rest for later. If I ignore the price, it's a really really good wrap. The salad was dressed well and there's a lot of flavor in the chicken bits (which are really large by the way!). If the line wasn't always so long in SF, I would get this a lot more often. My friends got the breakfast burrito with bacon included, and they said it was also really good. Lives up to the hype, but it's not a regular lunch option for me due to price and accessibility. Worth a try though if you've got time or you're swinging by/live in Mill Valley. read more

Mama's Luncheonette - Sandwiches Near Me - Mill Valley, California

Highly recommend! Over and over again! This is one of our favorite places in mill valley we stop by almost every Saturday and we live in Napa the drive is worth it. They have the absolute best staff and exceptional service! The consistency and quality of the food is superb, we have never once been dissatisfied. They recently catered our baby shower and it was a big hit! Everyone asked if we had extras to enjoy for dinner and take home. Ambiance is cool calms collective great little shops around the area. Cannot say enough good things. Truly the best of the best! read more

Mama's Luncheonette - Catering from mamas Caesar salad wrap. - Sandwiches Near Me - Mill Valley, California

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I was walking by this spot, heard great music, saw simple menu, and rad diner vibes inside. I ordered the braised lamb and dear heavens- it was a 10/10 delicious, and one of the most uniquely flavorful meals I've had in a very long time. Also top notch customer service. Welcomed me right when I arrived, and very kind. Short wait for food. Thanks Mama read more

Served me a burned wrap, of course I discovered it after I drove home. Guys, you saw you burned it, you still wrapped it up and let me have it, unacceptable! I don't have to come back and ask you to remake it. This is considered burned and not only anyone would want to eat it, it messes up the flavor even it the black parts are ripped off read more

Mama's Luncheonette - Sandwiches Near Me - Mill Valley, California

The chicken cesar wrap 10/10! And the wait was not too bad even for a busy Saturday! Perfectly flavorful and crunchy. Will be coming back! The perfect lunch on the go. read more

Smaller portions but so much flavor. Definitely a must when in the area. Two locations, SF and Mill Valley.

Highly recommend a trip to Mama's Luncheonette. The chopped chicken Caesar wrap has all the tastiest ingredients mingling in all the right proportions. It came with potato chips, but the winning side dish was the crispy tater tots with garlicky dipping sauce. The people are friendly, the service was fast and efficient and the comfortable setup makes Mama's a lovely spot to spend an afternoon. read more

Mama's Luncheonette has a lot of buzz, and it's easy to see why--it's a small spot with lines that look intimidating at first, but they tend to move quickly since the restaurant itself is so tiny. Once inside, the atmosphere feels cozy and casual, the kind of place that feels very "neighborhood favorite." The food is a bit of a mixed bag. The chicken Caesar wrap is pretty good--fresh, flavorful, and something I'd definitely order again. I've also tried the breakfast burrito; while it tasted fine in the moment, it unfortunately didn't sit well with me afterward, and I ended up feeling sick for the rest of the day. That said, I wouldn't write the place off completely--it's not a bad spot to try, especially if you're curious and don't mind the wait. read more

I came here upon opening at about 945am, excited to try their chicken caesar wrap and get the lamb wrap for my friend. If you're in a rush, don't come right when they open. There's no online ordering, no call ahead, and the food isn't ready right away. I think it took about 15 mins for my order, which ended being just the chicken wrap. The lamb isn't available until 12pm. I wish they would've had that info somewhere on their menu. The place was very cute, super clean. Designed to look like an old fashioned diner. The guy at the register was awesome, very friendly, hustling behind the counter trying to make everything run smooth. The young lady just stood there, looking like she was day dreaming. The chicken Caesar wrap was delicious and fresh. I will say that everyone has a different palate, because it was a bit on the sour side for me. I prefer my Caesar heavy on the anchovies and creamy. I ended up going back for the lamb, and my friend said it was phenomenal. I'll be going back again to try the breakfast wraps and will report back. read more

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Pretty good chicken Caesar wrap. However, the size and amount of chicken were disappointing. We came about 7 months ago and it was 10/10 today I would rate it 6/10 especially for the price of close to 20/wrap. (The photo of just the food is from 8/23/25) read more

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Great flavor in the chicken and texture from the croutons. Good portions! Great to eat outside on a sunny day! read more

Mama's Luncheonette - Chicken Caesar Wrap to go - Sandwiches Near Me - Mill Valley, California

First, after living in Mill Valley for 25 years, I was pleased that this new location went with a limited but well thought out tasty and healthy lunch menu for adding to the relatively small number of restaurants offering lunch without breaking the bank. Yes, my Tikka Masala wrap was 19.55 including tax, fees. However, relative to other options, it was well worth it. A crunchy walkable lavosh wrap crisped to perfection, Cole slaw and tender chicken pieces side by side in a long manageable tasty sandwich with extra Tikka sauce on side. They have a number of great options (chicken Caesar, Lam, Tikka and others) and have smartly focused the menus to a few items in a couple of categories. It's the kind of place you can come back to on a regular basis. Yeah Mama's downtown needed you! read more

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Possibly the best breakfast burrito I've ever eaten. Hands down! I added their brisket to their "Mama's Breakfast Burrito" and man was this the package. Super fast carryout, amiable and efficient counter checkout service. This location is pretty much only carryout but there is plenty of parking and a nice park also is nearby so enjoy the California weather! read more

I can't say enough good things about Mama's Luncheonette. Hands down, the best chicken Caesar wrap I've ever had in my life. Every piece of chicken is perfectly coated, seasoned to perfection, and never too heavy!! I've also tried the breakfast burritos, and they hit the spot every single time. They're the perfect grab-and-go meal, especially if you're heading to a nearby park in SF. The staff is always incredibly friendly, and the service is impressively fast, even when there's a line out the door. The owner is amazing, so warm, sociable, and clearly passionate about what they do.I also love the casual, laid-back vibe of the place. The Mill Valley location has the cutest retro diner theme Highly, highly recommend checking them out. You won't be disappointed! read more

Mama's Luncheonette - chicken ceaser wrap - Sandwiches Near Me - Mill Valley, California

Food was fantastic! The vibe, music and customer service was great. I loved it. Will be back soon.

Wow, I cannot say enough good things about this place. When my wife and I stumbled across it earlier this year it instantly became our favorite. A bite into the chicken caesar is reminiscent of falling in love for the first time. The breakfast burrito with tri tip will make you think you're floating on the clouds. The chicken tikka masala is the food version of the song Ain't No Mountain High Enough. Also the service is always superb! read more

The breakfast burrito is so good! Would highly recommend it. I haven't tried the lunch wrap but that too seems amazing. Service is quick!

The Cesar wrap is the best I've ever had! Also the service is 5 star fabulous. The woman at the front even gave us two lemonades on the house. read more