Yum yum yum!!!! I was able to snag a 5:00 resy and this place definitely lived up to the hype !!!!!! We loveeeee to see it!!! What I ordered: Bread service Tuna tartare Carpaccio Cucumber martini I would come back and get everything I ordered plus a pasta! But honestly I'd need someone else here with me!! Service was super kind and attentive and I also felt like everyone at the restaurant was actual Italian?? Love that! They have the cutest European seating outside but I was a little hot from walking so I settled for the gorgeous dinning room! They make the pesto in house and it was delicious ! You can taste the love in the food! Everything was coursed out perfectly and the music in the background really helps the ambiance! Felt like I was in Italy! Really gorgeous and well done restaurant! Prices feel correct for what they're offering! No complaints read more

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Came here for a graduation dinner, it was a solid fine italian dining option in the north end. We had their rabbit pasta and their osso bucco. Their osso bucco seems like the dish to get, but the rabbit pasta seems like any other pasta that you could get in the north end. The food was overall good. The ingredients seemed fresh and properly cooked. However, most of their dishes seem like any other overpriced italian food in the north end. 7.8/10 - osso bucco is worth trying but the rest is overpriced and could be found elsewhere. read more

My wife and I had a great time celebrating our first year wedding anniversary at Mamma Maria. We tried going here earlier in October when family arrived, but we were not able to get a reservation for a group our size so we were very excited for this visit. I'd like to start with the ambiance. I think that Mamma Maria is nestled in the best, most quaint spot of North End. The food in the service were also incredible. I would say our highlight dish was the lamb three ways. We just wish they gave us more food as the portions were very small at times. They really made us feel special on our first wedding anniversary. A great spot to visit for a special occasion. read more

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Absolutely loved our experience here! Easily got bar seating on a busy Saturday night. The bartending staff were incredibly welcoming, friendly and made our night special! It was also fun to be in the hustle and bustle of the servers who staged meal delivery behind us. The food was truly amazing and worth the hype! read more

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We celebrated with an amazing dinner at Mamma Maria while in the area for our Babymoon. We had reservations but were seated outside a bit before our official time. They offered a small blanket to make things more comfortable. Our sever Gabriel was attentive and kind. The pastas tasted fresh and flavorful. It's been 2 months and we're still telling others about this meal. read more

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We ate outside and then the little fire tower died. It blew a bunch of smoke on us. Maybe 10 minutes after we asked them to turn it back on because we were cold and they said no. About 5 minutes after that we asked if they could move us to another open table with a working fire heater and they agreed.... Not the service or proactiveness I would expect from this place. They do give you a bunch of food for the (high) price. It's just never as good as I expect... It is excellent though. Rabbit pasta was good, if you told me it was perfect chicken or something honestly I'd probably believe it. Lamb 3 ways is a MUST GET. read more

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This place is tucked back in such a nice part of the north end. I was greeted right away and escorted to the bar where I chose to eat. The bartender (cannot remember his name) was fantastic. Explained the menu in great detail and also selected a great red wine to pair with my main entree. I started with the crab cannoli, which wasn't what I was expecting, but was very good. Full of fresh flavor and not too heavy. My main entree was Osso bucco and it was one of the best I had ever had. Cooked and seasoned to perfection. The risotto mixed with the gravy was to die for. Everything coming out of the kitchen looked delicious. The bartender did a great job of announcing items coming out of the kitchen so those at the bar had a better idea of what to order. Fantastic experience and can't wait to come back. read more

Cute restaurant tucked in North End, I've heard many good things and was not disappointed. Love their bread service (comes warm and with fresh pesto and olives)! The house made pesto is absolutely incredible, I'm shocked they don't have a pesto dish on the menu. The star of our dinner was definitely the scallops appetizer, it was so perfectly seared on the outside, cooked on the inside, and was super flavorful. As for entrees I got the pasta con sugo and my husband got the osso bucco, and we agreed that we liked the pasta more (but I will so if you're a bone marrow fan, the bone that came with the osso bucco was great). We would definitely go back and try some of their other pasta dishes and for their pesto and scallops! read more

Mamma Maria - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Set on a quieter street in the historic North End with gorgeous view of downtown Boston, Mamma Maria is a classy restaurant featuring authentic northern Italian cuisine using local ingredients. It's one of the hardest restaurant to score a reservation in the neighborhood, we were lucky to suddenly find new slots open on the day of and jumped on the opportunity. We sat in the elegant and cozy first floor dining room, but they also offer outdoor seating with stunning view and European-like romantic atmosphere. We shared 2 appetizers, 2 pastas and 1 main family style, allowing us to strike a great balance between vegetables, pastas and meat. The rabbit and lobster pastas and bison gnocchi are deliciously prepared, each with their own distinctive flavor and ample protein. The freshly made pasta could be a little more al dente, otherwise they are prefect. The duck leg and veal Milanese are my absolute favorite, I am pleasantly surprised by the use of black rice that paired so well with the duck, and the sunny side egg that brought extra creaminess to the perfectly crisp thick veal chop. I can't wait to come back and try more seasonal dishes and heavy favorites such as the Osso Buco if we are ever lucky enough to score reservation again. read more

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Stopped by for a business dinner with an associate. Sat outside the food was amazing please try the meatballs. Service was great and the server was on point with everything! Really enjoyed the experience the decor and the outside patio was a great touch. read more

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Charming, classic place. Everything from decor to food to service is 5 stars! Beautiful gem! We'll be back

This is apparently the best Italian restaurant in Boston. I absolutely love the North End area and I was excited to try this place out. We came here after traversing around the city all day in the freezing cold. Granted it's a nice restaurant with white tablecloths and we did not exactly fit the bill. However, we still had a lovely dining experience. Our waiter was an Italian man who clearly knew more than us and I respect that. We split several things such as the fall salad, the bison, gnocchi, the Bolognese and the baked oysters. The pastas were very good. The oysters were a bit much and the salad was fine. We also split a very nice bottle of wine which wrapped up the meal nicely. Overall, everything was good and the meal was adequate . Is this the best pasta in Boston? I highly doubt it. I have had much better pasta in New York and Chicago. Granted, I am a harsh critic, and this is still a lovely dining experience. read more

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Perfect spot for a nice dinner in north street square. Our waiter was super friendly and gave us great recommendations. Our favorite were the bone marrow, crab cannoli, and the lobster pasta. They are able to make a select number of dishes gluten free including the ragu pasta. read more

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I visited Boston for a week, and my favorite meal was here at Mamma Maria. I arrived on a Friday at 8:30pm as a party of 2 without a reservation. Many restaurants in the area stopped accepting tables for the night, as they were full. Mamma Maria was also quite packed, but they were able to accommodate us for a table outside. Service was above and beyond. It was a little chilly, so our server got us blankets. The menu changes daily, and I ended up ordering the Rabbit Pasta. This was the best pasta I've had in a long time - the texture was the literal definition of al dente. Everything about the meal felt like I was transported to Italy. Highly recommend this spot if you're in north end. read more

Mamma Maria - Rabbit Pasta - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Prepare to be transported to Italy We were able to snag a table on a Saturday night after strolling around and being quoted 90 minute+ wait times at neighboring restaurants so a reservation is definitely recommended! From start to finish the meal was absolutely amazing, the freshest and most well balanced pasta dish I've had in the clam and crab pasta and their drinks were fantastic. The ambience was amazing, you truly feel like you're in the streets of Italy with the right weather and the service and staff were kind and attentive. read more

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This was an over the top experience! They gave us a small private dining alcove for 4 overlooking the outdoor dining patio. The service was impeccable and the food amazing. I had the duo of pastas and they were delicious. Plus they ended dinner with a birthday tiramisu. Cannot thank the staff enough! Go! It's the best. read more

Mamma Maria - Private dining alcove with a view! Complete surprise! - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Very fancy Italian restaurant with creative dishes and great service. It's a huge place with different rooms of seating. We sat in a back, quiet room that allowed intimate conversation with background music. They had a creative cocktail list however I did not like the drinks I ordered- but take this from someone who loves girly sweet drinks. What we ordered: - Bison Gnocchi: 5/5, winner of the night. The meat was so tender and flavorful and the gnocchi was cooked very well - Burrata Al Tartuffo: 3/5, I did not think the sauce paired well with the burrata. They were kind of the same vibe so their flavors dimmed each other rather than complimenting. - Pasta con sugo: 4/5, excellent el dente pasta and a pretty good sauce, nothing stood out too much sauce or meat wise but the pasta was awesome. - Lobster Agnolotti Pasta: 5/5, this was not the tradition lobster ravioli I am used to eating- no creamy sauce but the 3 large ravioli were jammed FULL of lobster. There was no "fillers", it was literally just straight lobster which is so respectable. - Pasta el duet: 5/5, very contrasting pasta dishes that give you the best of both worlds, cooked el dente with great fillings. read more

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We took a trip to Boston for my husbands birthday, it's our favorite city!! I had seen reviews for Mamma Maria, but when I tried to make a reservation, they were fully booked. We tried our luck by calling and inquiring if they happen to have any last minute cancellations or anything opened up, and to our surprise they said yes! I am still dreaming of the bison gnocchi! The place itself is a quaint little restaurant with such a "family dinner" vibe. I would definitely be planning ahead for next time we visit Boston so that we can score a table! read more

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We returned to Mamma Maria (after having visited while living in Boston) for a rehearsal dinner. We ended up sitting in nearly the same spot of the restaurant. Our experience was so delightful! The staff was incredibly friendly and skilled (working in very tight quarters). The food was DELICIOUS. And the drinks were flowing! read more

I want to start this review by first saying that I understand that walk-in tables aren't guaranteed, and I take responsibility for not making a reservation beforehand. However, there's a difference between being unable to accommodate someone and making them feel completely unwelcome. I arrived at Mamma Maria before 5 PM, which is still considered relatively early & before the main dinner rush. I was referred to Mamma Maria by another fully booked restaurant, where the hostess had at least kindly checked availability and recommended alternatives with outdoor seating since I had my support dog with me. Unfortunately, the hospitality at Mamma Maria was the complete opposite. Before I could even finish asking about a table, the host immediately started shaking his head no. He did not even make an effort to check availability or offer another time. I didn't argue or question this, as I understood that I didn't have a reservation. Therefore, I simply asked after if he could at least recommend somewhere else nearby with outdoor seating. Again, he shook his head before I could finish asking my question, dismissively replied, "No, I don't know," and immediately began addressing another customer over my shoulder (as though I wasn't even standing there). I left feeling invisible, disrespected, and practically shooed away. His demeanor was more reminiscent of a nightclub bouncer than a restaurant host. After a long day, I was simply hoping to enjoy a nice dinner, not leave an establishment feeling angry and dismissed. Having worked in food service, hospitality, and customer service myself, I understand that not every guest or request can be accommodated. But basic courtesy costs nothing. We never know what others may be going through, and treating people with kindness and respect should be the bare minimum. Thankfully, I discovered Nando down the street, where the staff was genuinely welcoming, attentive, and accommodating. And the food was delicious. I highly recommend going and spending your money there instead. Afterwards, I discovered other reviews online describing similarly dismissive interactions with their host(s), suggesting this is likely not an isolated experience. My issue was never being denied a table. It was the complete lack of basic courtesy and hospitality. Unfortunately, Mamma Maria has lost any future business from me. read more

Great experience. Service was excellent. Duet of Ravioli was 5/5. Steak/beef dish was quite good as was the osso bucco. Complimentary panna cotta was great too. 10/10 food, service, and experience. Highly recommend the place. read more

Mamma Maria - Outside of restaurant - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Beautiful place, great service, and delicious unique Italian food. We had a great time. If you have a chance, try this amazing restaurant in the North end. read more

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The food was delicious. My boyfriend and I dined here in celebration of his birthday on 8/8/25. He was sure to make reservations weeks in advance. We were seated in the back by windows at a table for 2. The ambiance was romantic, Sinatra and Italian music amd views of the passing people on tje street below. We had an appetizer, entrees, wine and desert from the kitchen for a birthday treat. read more

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Food was perfect. Atmosphere, sitting outside overlooking the old buildings was picturesque. Food was reasonable for the price. Service was high class and perfect. Much experience! read more

Mamma Maria was everything we expected. Charming, fantastic service and the food was amazing. We will be back

NORTH END, Boston This place was recommended by a local Bostonian so we made the reservations (a MUST) and everything was spectacular. I loved walking up to the place in "little Italy", past Paul Revere's house. The restaurant feels like you are walking into someone's house. We sat upstairs in the living room. The place was super busy, but they had it under control. Service was on point, but the food was slow to come out (for us Americans), but this is exactly how it is in Italy. In fact, this is the closest to "Italy" dining that Ive experienced! We also ate at Carmelina's, which was delicious too but more like eating in your Italian grandmas house, (which I prefer). Hubby liked Mamma Maria so much he said if it was his last meal on earth he'd be happy. The lobster ravioli and burrata appetizers were amazing, the pastas were excellent and my fish was also perfectly cooked. You can not go wrong with the food here. read more

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Mamma Maria is a true gem in the North End. Set in a charming vintage two-story building which looks like a previous Victorian home, the restaurant has an old-world feel with classic Italian decor that makes the experience feel both intimate and timeless. The food was outstanding--our favorites were the Pasta con Sugo, rich and comforting; the Osso Bucco, fall-off-the-bone tender; and the Barolo Boar Gnocchi which was the best appetizer...all of these dishes were incredibly flavorful and unique. The service was polished and warm, perfectly complementing the cozy yet upscale vibe. Finally, we had the best apple tart dessert you will ever find in a restaurant! Overall, this is a must-visit for anyone looking for an authentic Italian dining experience in Boston! read more

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Accommodating, professional service. All six of us raved about our meals. Beautiful setting. Dining there is a special experience but it need not be reserved only for celebrations. read more

Mamma Maria is our favorite restaurant in Boston. We had beautiful outdoor seating. It was a bit chilly and they were prepared with blankets. Service was excellent. It was pricey but I'm so glad we decided to dine here. Just a note, Paul Reveres House was across the street and a few buildings down. What historic ambiance! We skipped ordering appetizers and tried not to eat the bread so we could enjoy our mains which ended up being a very good decision. Our entrees were excellent. The "Beef" was grilled black angus beef tenderloin with Hudson valley foie gras, asparagus and carbonara pasta. That was the description but I just know it was super tender and delicious beef, the asparagus and carbonara was a good complement for the beef. The lamb three ways was an excellent idea to taste lamb. The grilled lamb, roasted lamb loin and lamb in the raviolis all tasted like very good lamb and cooked perfectly. It wasn't gamey or had an overly strong lamb taste. I loved the osso buco with saffron risotto carnaroli alla millanese. The marrow was the best part and so rich. The risotto had a great saffron flavor, the millanese sauce made everything that much better. This is definitely one of our family favorite places. We would strongly recommend trying this place to family and friends. read more

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Super delicious pasta. Had a wonderful evening here on a Monday. I would recommend making a reservation as it was very busy. I did not make one but was still able to be seating almost immediately because they had a cancellation. Sat down and was immediately greeted by our server and had a wonderful experience. read more

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The Scarlet Vetter says....our lawyer group of about 90 folks booked the entire restaurant for a special dinner, having heard how wonderful the food and service is at this establishment. It did not disappoint! The service was friendly, accomodating and professional. The restaurant prepared a special menu with various choices for our consumption. Three choices for an appetizer including Oysters, Wagu Beef, and Wild Asparagus Ravioli, which was followed by a pear, almond and field greens salad dressed in a tarragon vinegarette. Yum! For my entree I chose the Cod in a Lobster Brodo with Mussels and Calamari. It was wonderful. I've included the menu in the pictures as it truly was a great and varied menu. Seasonal desserts rounded the dinner out. The sound management was not great, and it was difficult to hear my dining companions. This may have been because we're a group that knows each other well. With many of us having been together over 25 years, and therefore there was lots of conversation going on everywhere, and that may not be the case on a regular dining evening, where people are more insular. The bathrooms were very clean and comfortable. In all, an excellent culinary experience! read more

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We went here for my girlfriends birthday. Needless to say, they did not disappoint in any way. The service was polite professional and quick. They brought us some bread and olive oil to nibble on. Although it was a bit crowded, it felt very cozy and romantic. I had informed them of the occasion and they brought us a very nice birthday dessert plate. The server took a picture for us which was very nice of them. I had to shake his hand at the end because they made me look so good in front of my girlfriend. Definitely recommend this place! read more

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If you don't love Mamma Maria you're doing something wrong! They are the nicest and most efficient humans... serving THE BEST FOOD IN NORTH END. read more

Great food and attentive service. We enjoyed all of our dishes and wine recommendations. It was a cold day, so we went for heartier choices like pasta con sugo, rabbit pasta and venison gnocchi. Of the three, pasta con sugo was the winner. I very much enjoyed carpaccio with truffle as well. It's an intimate setting in an old building (very close to the Paul Revere house), so if you are clusterphobic or don't like climbing narrow stairs, call to check the table situation first. We found it charming but could be challenging if we were to bring elderly parents or younger children. For the type of place it is and the service level it's striving for, I think our second bottle of sparkling water we didn't finish should have been comped. The bus boy or assistant server topped our glasses with flat water although they were 3/4 full with sparking water, so our waiter brought us a new bottle to replace spoiled glasses. Maybe the service was too attentive but not accurate. We were understanding and still tipped well, but not comping the second bottle missed the mark for the 5 star service. read more

Mamma Maria - Carpaccio - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

We had a decent experience at Mamma Maria. It was highly recommended by our guide we had while in Boston. The only problem I had was not really thinking about food selection. Most elegant Italian places have more exotic dishes. My wife is more picky than I am so she had a tough time choosing a menu item. She eventually chose the Asparagus Ravioli (the first one she got had a human hair in it so we waited 20-30 for the second one to arrive). I ordered Beef, that was the name of the dish. It was an enormous beef tenderloin with a pasta w/cheese, and asparagus. It was sooo good. Melt in your mouth. Just so you know, we had no reservation and was able to be seated in the outside dining area. Highly recommend you call for a reservation. PS It would not be a true review of Mamma Maria without letting you know that the manager personally brought us an appetizer of peach, mango, plums with fresh mozzarella nicely covered with olive oil and pepper. Really good app ( sorry forgot the pic) read more

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By far the BEST restaurant in the North End. Work dinner with a party of 8 so we had the private room. Service was spectacular and the food was out of this world! The Lamb Three Ways was amazing. The Osso Buco looked amazing as well. The menu changes daily but if you ever get a chance to have the appetizer of Gorgonzola stuffed figs with Prosciutto they are a MUST. I dream about those. This is by far the best of the best in The North End. read more

Excellent place with Great cozy romantic ambiance and great vibes . Outside seating is an option . Menu is rich and highly customizable. Oysters from the appetizers are definitely a must . ordered chicken with pesto ( not on the menu ) . Make reservations ahead as it's quiet popular . Don't hesitate to ask if you don't see your favorite on the menu . In my opinion One of the best Italian , if not the best , in north end . read more

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My team was meeting in Boston and reserved the private room in the restaurant. Tried a million different things and everything was great. Specifically, the beet salad, fried oysters, Brussels sprout salad, and tiramisu were all delicious. Service was also great. Would recommend. read more

I went to Mama Maria's for a friends birthday that was held in their private room and it was absolutely incredible. Our server was the best server I've had at a restaurant in Boston in the past few years. They were so friendly, funny, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu items. The food was all so delicious. We shared the apps (Beef Carpaccio, Burrata, Spring Salad, and Wild Boar Gnocchi). For my entree I got the Lobster Agnolotti Pasta which was perfect. It was three large ravioli looking pastas filled with huge chunks of lobster meat. We shared 3 desserts and they were all great. I'd highly recommend Mama Maria's for a special occasion as they made the night so memorable! read more

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We had an excellent experience. The food was delicious and service staff was very attentive. Wonderful dinner experience. read more

Mamma Maria - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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