You already know one of the best pizza spots on the east side!! got the flavor explosion pizza never disappoints. Also got large baked mostaccioli loaded with cheese and two fatty meatballs. This is enough to feed two people. They get pretty busy Friday night and the weekends so you gotta make sure you put that pizza order in early. Tony is awesome dude love my mamas!! read more

Great value yummy lunch! Service was fast food came out quickly The staff was kind and helpful with deciding what to eat. The dining was beautiful I was pleased with the nostalgic feel read more

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Local historic institution - I had tried the pizza back in 2004 and wasn't impressed. I tried it again now - it's much better (or maybe my taste buds have changed. Cool atmosphere - carryout only. Good service (I ordered for pickup by phone). The pizza itself? Dense. Heavy. They put on lots of toppings, which was a plus for me. The sauce was kinda bland for my taste, but overall a heavy, quality, old school pizza. Oh, and a large can feed 3 people.... minimum read more

Mama's Pizza - Pizza with Olives and banana peppers - Pizza Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

I love my MaMas Pizza, been going there for over 45 years. Love the red sauce, my favorite pizza is everything on it and the Mostaccioli. Its like a going home spot...aka MaMas The people that work here are all kind/giving/welcoming. THANK YOU, TONY read more

My friends and I, along with many other Rice Streeters, have been savoring Mama's Pizza since we were kids, reminiscing about the delight of getting our ice cream cone after finishing our meals. I'm grateful that Tony continues to run the business; I wonder if he truly realizes how much it means to so many of us. I can't really think of anything I prefer more than what they offer. I often crave spaghetti, pizza, and Dago's at different times. I genuinely appreciate everything they serve. I adore Mama's Pizza, and if Tony happens to see this, I miss the good old days--thanks for keeping the memories alive. read more

Oh one of our favorite pizza places. Local family owned and like taking a step back in time!! Whether you dine in or take out the pizzas are fresh, delish and made with love!! I have been going there since the early 2000's and never disappointed!!! If you like to support local, eat local and enjoy supporting a local business this is your place for great Italian food! read more

*No Dine In Service* You can sit and eat if you really want to, but there are no servers. Too bad because the inside is quite well decorated. Doesn't detract away from anything so don't let this scare you off. Best 'Sots style pizza in the cities. Ample toppings, friendly ownership and staff. read more

Best Pizza in the Twin Cities and fantastic Hot Dago sandwich!!!!! The flavor explosion is fantastic! Truth is everything here is great!!! read more

Long time patron. Tony is amazing. I love his old school personality. He's an amazing small business owner who only wants people to be reasonable, respectful and responsible. I've learned a lot from Tony over the years. Ordered a pie tonight! Perfection read more

A snowstorm couldn't keep me from trying Mama's Pizza. I saw the recent post noting "Mama's Pizza as one of the 100 best pizzas in the USA!" Got to give it a try and it's close by. Hadn't heard about it them prior but like my Mom, she isn't one to call a lot of attention to herself. Called in a take out order and was handled professionally and pleasantly. 30+ mins later I am on my way to pick up my order. I arrived on schedule despite the weather. What a cute little spot on the corner! I was greeted by a lovely lady, Mama?, who was happy to see me. I gave her my name and shared that I was a first time customer. Her co-worker, a gentleman, heard that and promptly rewarded me with a candy bar from out of thin air. So kind! We chatted, laughed and shared some history. She warned me about potential cheese slide and how to prevent it from happening. A truly classic MN small town type of warm welcome and interaction. It's the type of experience that makes you want to come back again even before trying the food. The pizza! The crust was thin and crisp. Lots of cheese, no slide issues, all nicely melted. Square cut pizza slices. The toppings were plentiful and the sauce was perfect in quantity. The flavors came together in a truly satisfying taste - old school, classic pizza! My wife thought they were a bit too generous with the cheese, I disagree. The sauce had great flavor, not too sweet. I really enjoyed this pizza and the whole experience. I will definitely be back. read more

It's been years but tonight I ordered a large pizza the flavor was so good! Thank you for the pizza and fries hit the spot tonight!!!

Finally found my way here after so many recommendations! I ordered take out for lunch and purchased a small dish of mostaccioli, side salad and the flavor explosion 10" mini pizza. The flavor explosion pizza is unreal and has in my opinion, all the best ingredients: sausage, pepperoni, bacon, pineapple and banana peppers. Even ordering the smallest items is plentiful enough for left overs. There is a spacious parking lot towards the back of the building making this trip seamless. The service is as kind, quick and considerate. I can't speak towards the ambiance because it appears the dining room is closed and there are only take out items at this time. From what I saw, the dining area looked clean, cozy and inviting (there were even some amazing looking holiday ornaments hung from the ceiling). I can't wait to come back again. Thank you, Mamma's! read more

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Very, very friendly staff. Food was served very quickly as well as our cocktails and wine. We have eaten at both restaurants and the food was outstanding at both. I would highly recommend either one. read more

The last three times we went in for take-out the owner acted like we were doing a disserve for coming there. The only reason we went back was because we like the pizza. He complained he was so busy and never gets a break. Well....being busy is a good thing. That equates to money! I asked about catering for an event and he said," probably go somewhere else - I can't guarantee I can do it". Well than take off "catering" on your website. Not sure what's going on but likely won't go back. He acts like we are a pain in the butt. I'll take my butt and healthy tip somewhere that it is appreciated. Not here! read more

Absolute best food!!! Tony and staff always super friendly. Have been coming here for years! read more

so i was here with my buddy JOSH.... and we were on a quest to do something cool... so JOSH took it upon himself and bought a whole bunch of pizzas, when he asked what gives.... JOSH said we are feeding the homeless.... the inside of the place is classic nostalgic setting and the setting was ample, and smelled great... i highly recommend this place... https://www.youtube.com/shorts/2frHkKEGBWs read more

Excellent experience and the best people in town. I loved the small sausage pizza, it was perfect.

Service and food are amazing. The owner is outstanding. Support this local business you won't be disappointed

Wood fired. Perfect crust. The sauce is outstanding. Owners are friendly and mentioned people drive from as far away as St. Cloud. read more

Mama's Pizza - We devoured half the pizza in no time. The sauce is outstanding. Perfect crust. Wood fired. - Pizza Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Best service you'll see hands down boss mans always there and order your pizza way head of time people be ordering a day a head of time for this pizza people stack up fast here with orders best stuff around read more

Ordered two large Lasagnas from mama's pizza for $30 and you would think it would be hot but it was Lukewarm and some parts were cold For that price you would think they would do better fir their customersNext time I'm going to The Little Oven where they have an actual kitchen and make it fresh and food is hot for their customers Called them about it and they acted like it wasn't a problem I'll take my business to the Little Oven where they actually make the food fresh for their customers read more

Mama's Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

The only thing better then their food options, is the amazingly kind, wonderful, helpful, patient and courteous employees if your in the area you should definitely stop in, hell even if your not in the area....it's well worth the trip read more

thickest cheese layer ever, hard to even get a slice out lol. craziest cheese pull could be FEET long if we tried. the owner was a great guy and takes pride in his craft, good, genuine guy. wish i could sit down and eat there, i hope the business grows read more

So I went there today for my first time.I recently came back from Naples Italy and I had some of the best pizza in the world in Naples.I ordered a sausage for my son and a pepperoni and sausage with bananas peppers pizza for me.The crust was perfect the banana peppers were fresh and the pepperoni and sausage was perfect with the right amount of seasoning the cheese is out of this world.60 years in business WOW is all I can say if your within 100 miles of this place you have to go there. read more

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Best pizza hands down , Tony is awesome. It's worth the wait when they are busy. Call ahead of time. Great service and great Pizza. Large sausage Pepperoni feeds four adults and you will be stuffed. Thanks Tony we appreciate all the love that goes into every pizza. read more

I've heard so much about this place and their pizza's. Many, many years. Finally tried it. I wasn't too impressed and did not find it better than other places. I wanted to order two pizza's but wasn't sure with the second one we got. They didn't seem to be too fresh. The thin crispy crusts were somewhat scorched like it had been sitting for quite a while. A lot of cheese though. Not sure I'd try again! read more

Awesome pizza and consistent. Crips cracker crust and lots of cheese and toppings! Delish !

The best Italian food in the Twin Cities at great prices. Tony has the greatest pizza's and Italian takeout ever!

This isn't hyperbole. Mamas is the best pizza in Saint Paul. Nothing else even comes close. Once you encounter the pizza with its generous flavorful toppings and delightful crust, every other pizza joint's pizza will taste bland and subpar. Try it. The pizza sells itself. read more

Yearly we get together with Friends and Celebrate with Mama's Pizza! I ordered 2 pizza's from Michelle & sides of Pizza Sauce, she did everything EXACTLY as requested As ALWAYS the Food was PHENOMENAL! Thank you Michelle & Mama's Pizza read more

As always, mamas has the best best pizza! I will occasionally use the fork because it the pizza so loaded with toppings!

This has been a long time staple in Saint Paul. Some of the best pizza I've had. The flavor explosion is excellent, but everything here is very tasty. You will not be disappointed. read more

Mama's Pizza - Flavor Expision - Pizza Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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I will preface this by saying we did not grow up in St Paul. We've been in Minnesota for 8 years and all of our neighbors rave about Mama's Pizza so we finally tried it out. My husband got the meatball sandwich with cheese, but it was not what you'd expect. It's like a baked casserole with sandwich sliced bread, sliced meatballs smothered in marinara and covered with cheese. We also got a pepperoni pizza and the cheese Italian fries. Everything was very salty and greasy. The pizza and fries were OK just not our thing. The meatball sandwich was just a huge disappointment. I don't understand why it's marketed as a sandwich. The staff were lovely and neighbors love them so maybe their style of food is your thing. It's just very different. read more

I was in town with my brother from Houston. This is definitely one of the best pizza I have ever had. We ordered a large pepperoni and it was amazing read more

Mama's Pizza - Pepperoni large Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

My heart belongs to Mama's! I have been a fan of Mama's Pizza since I was a kid. I love getting mostaccoli and meatballs with their heavenly crusty bread. You can order any pastas with melted cheese all over the top (most love it, I just don't like THAT much cheese). Every once in a great while, I change it up and order a special dago (hot dago with peppers, onions, and mushrooms), but that's only when I'm feeling in a not-pasta-mood. And you have to get the heart-shaped pizza on Valentine's Day. I can't wait for them to be open for dine-in again so I can eat my pasta with a bib on and get my tiny ice cream at the end of the meal. read more

Mama's returned from the plague with still the best pizza in the Twin Cities, PERIOD! My wife and I are so happy they did not change their food. It's tops in these parts! Our pizzas yesterday caused us to repeat again and again "It's the best!" If only they could find the staff to reopen their dining room. But that is NO REASON to not order pickup. They deserve our business because they work hard and still produce the best! We drive from New Brighton as we always have and that short drive is worth it in any weather. About 20 minutes. No big deal. I hope the fragrance of the pizza remains in the car till next we order pickup. AWESOME! read more

Incredible pizza, the best in Saint Paul. If you haven't had it... order it for pick up, you won't regret it!

Arrived and sat ourselves in the dining room. It's a small room but they manage to get a lot of people in their. We ordered two pizzas and two garden salads. Both pizzas had great quality toppings. The rub on the pizza is that it is a cracker crust. It is thin which I like but the crust lacked moisture and flavor. This probably helped the toppings stand out. The sauce was good. My other knock was the salad - it had brown leaves in it. I pulled them out and while I completed the salad it just wasn't fresh. It may be tough to get fresh lettuce in MN, not sure. What was great was the little vanilla ice cream cone at the end of dinner. It was soft, creamy goodness on a sugar cone. Good stuff! I would go back if someone had to go - but not a top choice for this traveller. read more

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I love the food! This place is my fiancés favorite pizza spot. They are local mom and pop type shop, so if you go there a lot you really get to know the staff. Only reason I took off 1 star is because I miss the dinning area and the ice cream. When you had a full meal (this was before Covid hit though), you would get a free ice cream cup. I also hope if they do open the dining area again, they could put in new small tvs! They are cute read more

Finally, an old fashioned pizza with REAL mozzarella cheese ( special flavor from the outside of the mozzarella ball or wheel that lingers on your tongue) and with a very rare DELICATE smooth sauce that shows hours of patient " stewing" with the soft flavor of genuine beef and natural beef fat. You can tell because of the quiet layers of flavor when you consume the sauce. Most Italian spaghetti sauce today comes from a pre made can with no stewing no beef no genuine spices that have been stewing -- tastes either like an open can of tomatoes or sharp with a small handful of minimal spices. Mama's Pizza has cooked up a very rare traditional "soft subtle" flavor in their "sauce/ gravy". YUM...... An uncle created this eatery 51 years ago.... and it is still owned and run by the family!! This is not the Ritz, this is an old family much loved weathered family neighborhood place. But the bathrooms are shockingly new elegant immaculate with high tech equipped hand blowers etc !! I love places like this, I can truly relax feel 100% myself and really enjoy my meal. The hand made almost sculptural wall frescos of Italian countryside complete with vines and fun parrots show hours of fun love. Veal Parmesan couple of pasta dishes sausages peppers home made meatballs and very nice salads and of course a beautiful antipasto spread. Pizza dough is hand made 1/4 inch approx and mine was a touch over cooked so the crust was hard. It is very hard to create the "queens/ Brooklyn" pizza which requires a SUPER hot oven and high turnover to justify the staggering utility costs. Then you get the thin bottom that is hard and the other side is softer. But for Minnesota and I HAVE BEEN HUNTING for a pizza here for 17 years‼ this is very very very good read more

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