This was easily the best meal we've shared in at least 10 years. Thank you so much for the great food, amazing service, and welcoming atmosphere. read more

Location: quintessential North End off the busy main drags and tucked quietly yet convenientLY away. Ambience: classic and classy even with the casual vibe of all the guests. Service: impeccable, flawless! Food: some of freshest, most flavorful Italian dishes, you'll find in the States! 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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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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The food was very good to excellent; the pasta and the lobster had perfect texture with well balanced flavor, so was the sauce that really accentuated the dish well. The ossobuco was good but not as great because it was slightly overcooked; so was the risotto, and the vegetable garnish did not blend well with the rest of the dish even though it was great on its own. Ambience was excellent as it was elegant and classy but also relaxed without feeling pretentious or uncomfortable. Service was outstanding throughout staff. Price was high, but felt well justified. read more

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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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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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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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 place is amazing! The decor is like being transported in time. The food delicious too. I loved every bite. Servers are on point and engaging. Great spot. read more

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

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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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

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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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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It wasn't our first choice--we had plans elsewhere--but without reservations, the wait was just too long. I'm genuinely glad we ended up at Mamma Maria. The ambiance, service, and food were absolutely superb. This will be a must-visit every time I'm in Boston. read more

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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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

Meatballs were delicious. Pasta was decent, though we found a stick or bone of some kind in the rabbit pasta. Cocktails were rather tasteless and desserts were bad. Tiramisu was very mushy and the apple pie was cold with far too much mascarpone. Service was also quite slow and the seating area was cramped. Price was also quite high. read more

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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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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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"When life gives you rain, Mamma Maria gives you an umbrella -- and lamb three ways!" I wasn't sure what to expect when we booked Mamma Maria. My husband knows I love lamb, and during his restaurant research, this spot popped up with a lamb three ways dish. He made a reservation for the evening we flew in. We actually arrived about an hour early so I could see what the place looked like -- plenty of outdoor seating and an ambiance that reminded me of France. We strolled around the neighborhood before coming back for our 7 PM reservation. I usually check the weather a million times, but that night I only knew it would be hot. The host asked if we preferred inside or outside. I chose outside -- he did mention rain but happily seated us outdoors anyway. I didn't really need to read the menu, but I opened it anyway. My husband ordered the lobster ravioli and I ordered the lamb three ways, cooked medium. They brought out a bread basket with pesto and olives -- I skipped it to save room for my lamb. Right before our entrees came out, the sky started sprinkling. Our waiter was so kind and explained they had room inside or elsewhere if the rain came. As soon as we felt the first drops, he swiftly moved us to another outdoor table under a big umbrella. Now for the lamb -- I really enjoyed the lamb ravioli portion. If the whole plate were lamb ravioli, I'd have been in heaven! The grilled lamb chop and the roasted bone-in loin were both a little dry for my taste, though I kept swiping bites through the sauce to help. I did enjoy the tricolor carrots on the side. I'm glad we were moved under an umbrella so I could relax and savor each bite, but overall the lamb just wasn't for me. Still, the waitstaff were wonderful -- attentive, accommodating, and kind. The outdoor seating, even with the threat of rain, made for a lovely evening. If you're craving lamb, definitely give it a try -- and maybe bring an umbrella just in case! read more

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The duck leg was merely ok. The lamb 3 ways was not tender but instead for the most part had a crumbly dry texture. Service at the bar was good. read more

Loved this place. My friend had a reservation in advanced. They have coat check. It's a small house that has been converted into a restaurant. We took the T in to avoid any parking issues. The rabbit pasta was saucy but not overall saucy and it didn't feel like you were eating game. It was cooked nicely and really good warmed up the next day. The pasta con Sugo is a popular chance, for good reason. Authentic al dente noodles. Gorgeous view upstairs of the north bay. The servers were very kind and consistently checked on us throughout the meal. I didn't get to try any dessert but I will be back read more

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It's easy to see why Mamma Maria is one of the most highly praised restaurants in the area--and after dining here, I can say with confidence that it more than lives up to the hype. From the moment we arrived, the experience was nothing short of exceptional. The location alone is stunning--perched in a charming, historic part of town with a view that makes you instantly understand why reservations need to be made weeks in advance. I'm incredibly grateful that, even with such high demand, the staff was kind enough to accommodate my family and me when we called in last-minute while visiting from out of town. They managed to squeeze us in, and we felt so welcomed. Every staff member we interacted with was warm, professional, and genuinely accommodating. I highly recommend sitting outside if weather permits--the atmosphere and view are unbeatable. As for the food: everything from the bread and pesto/olive oil starter to the final dish was bursting with flavor. The bread was fresh and crusty, and the house-made pesto had the perfect balance of herby richness without overpowering the olive oil. We opted to go family style, which I absolutely recommend--the portions are generous and you'll want to try as many dishes as possible. Here are a few standouts: * Duck: Rich, tender, and perfectly cooked. The skin had just the right crisp, and the meat was flavorful without being gamey. * Rabbit pasta: Surprisingly delicate and deeply comforting. The sauce was slow-simmered perfection and clung to the pasta in all the right ways. * Osso buco: Fall-off-the-bone tender with a robust, savory braise. The depth of flavor in the sauce was incredible--perfect for sopping up with the bread. * Carpaccio: Thin, melt-in-your-mouth slices elevated with the addition of black truffle. Earthy, elegant, and beautifully presented. Even the tiramisu--which I'm usually not a fan of--was delicious. The staff brought it out on the house as a kind gesture since a couple of our dishes took a little extra time (honestly, the wait wasn't even that long considering how busy it was in the middle of summer). The tiramisu was light, not overly sweet, and beautifully layered. Also worth noting: our server was so attentive and thoughtful, even customizing how much grated cheese we wanted with each dish on the side--something we really appreciated. Mamma Maria is the kind of place that makes you feel like you're celebrating something special, even if you're just there for dinner. I'd come back in a heartbeat. read more

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The environment is amazing. Service was spectacular. Margarita with grapefruit was boring. Meatballs were good. Gnocchi with lamb very good. Ossobuco was ok. Meat with carbonara was very good. I missed a good/different dessert to finish this meal. read more

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This place blew us away. Very upscale atmosphere and the server Andrea was very knowledgable. We tried the Osso Buco, meat was so tender and juicy! Also tried the Burrata and Rabbit! Was a wonderful dinner! read more

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Great service ambiance and food! We both said we would come back. Drinks, apps, entrees, and desserts were all delicious. The pesto was amazing. Pasta con suego delicious!! read more

Mamma Maria - Pasta con suego - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

This was our least favorite dining experience in Boston by a lot. We had a 7:15 reservation and upon walking up to the host stand I told an older gentleman our name and to check in. He didn't say hi, was smug and said "your reservation is at 7:15 so you'll be seated after then". At 7:10. Haha OK. Great start and lovely way to greet new customers. We waited in the front and weren't seated until 10 mins after our reservation. Nbd but this man's attitude put a bad taste in our mouths. I want to say, I believe your experience at this restaurant MASSIVELY depends on where they seat you. The downstairs seemed lovely as well as many of the tables upstairs by the windows. Where did they seat us? For an anniversary (which they acknowledged at the end)...crammed in an upstairs corner next to a pass-way to the kitchen that was covered with a dirty looking curtain. The whole time we heard the kitchen staff talking loudly and banging things right next to us. Food: extremely lackluster. The one thing we thought was very good was the lobster ravioli. But our appetizers and the scallop risotto dish weren't very good. Our server, god bless him, was spread thin but was very kind. This whole area where the restaurant is, is so gorgeous and it's a shame we had such a bad experience here. Can't recommend. read more

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Another solid Italian restaurant in North End. This place is not as difficult to get a reservation as some other ones, maybe because its size. As a matter of fact I love that they have small function rooms which is great for private parties. According to our waitress, their menu was changed daily so you might get complete different dishes every time you visit them. We had grilled jumbo shrimps, rabbit pasta, and sea scallops. They were all delicious. The best was that the paste was freshly made. The portion was big so we did not even get the chance to try any desserts. Definitely worth going back again. BTW, the service was great, too. read more

In Boston for a work meeting and a group of us were luck to get reservations here for our party of eight First off .. staff was so friendly! We sat upstairs ( my only ding was it would have been nice to have one table of all vs two separate tables with two different waiters - but it worked out). We had two lovely bottles of wine .. risotto and tuna tartare apps -- amazing! I elected the lobster ravioli as I don't eat red meat and they did not disappoint! So delectable!!! Lemon cello cake to end this perfect dining experience! If in Boston - will def go back! read more

Mamma Maria - Lobster Agnolotti Entree - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Everything is good at this establishment..... Still our number one choice once we have craving for Italian cuisine... read more

Mamma Maria - Delicious Lamb - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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The service and ambience were absolutely wonderful. The take on Osso Bucco alla Milanese was superb. I've had it at top restaurants in Milano and can definitely attest. All in all a terrific experience for my party and me. Will definitely reserve again on our next trip to Boston. Thanks so much. read more

We were here on a Monday to celebrate my mom's birthday. It's so hard to get even a reservation here, I booked ahead more than a week before. The food was excellent and the price is very reasonable. My mom over their fresh baked bread so much that she ate one piece too much, wrap the rest of them back home and kept on eating them!! My child ordered 2 appetizers instead of an entrée and the waiter didn't mind and they 2 appetizers definitely made us full too. So portion wise it was great as well. The only thing is they have stairs and I was worried that my mom couldn't walk up, but she did. So just be aware of that. Otherwise, I would definitely come again and recommend to others!! read more

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I was fortunate enough to dine at Mamma Maria twice in a weekend on my recent Boston trip. I dined one night and came again the next night for dessert. Sitting outside in the courtyard was the perfect spot to enjoy the summer weather and the great scenery of the North End in Boston. The service was great and both occasions. Food wise, everything was great. Started off with the bison gnocchi for an app. This was certainly different than your normal gnocchi, but it was very tasty and I recommend it. 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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Just a party of 1. Plenty of out door seating. The couple in front of me was seated with no reservation. I told the gentleman, just a party of one. He barely even looked at me and said "no room" and slightly chuckled. I ended up going to Florentine Cafe and they had room in the lounge for a party of one. read more