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Overall Total Score
4.2 out of 5
Impressive | 6057 reviews

What Neal Zalagens likes about Mama Louisa's Italian Restaurant:
Absolutely fantastic from start to stop. Sara (sp) was our waitress, great service. Place was packed, still got our food in a somewhat reasonable time. The breadstix OMG. Ok I had lasagna and pasta (because they were out of tortellini), lasagna was ohhhhhhh Yummy, the pasta was pretty good and the meatball was fantastic. Had to get some extra sauce for the lasagna but that's just me. Did I mention how good those brea... View all feedback. What Alighieri Fabbri doesn't like about Mama Louisa's Italian Restaurant:
We have been going to Mama Louisa's for 30 years. The food had changed some these past few years since the son took over. It was good, but not great. We went Thursday night. And to my great joy the food was 5 stars!! I literally could have eaten my whole plate. I had truly missed the joy in eating their homemade pasta with Meatballs Joe's style! They make their own salads now, used to have a buffet style, and I love... View all feedback.

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Menu
4.2 ★ from 48 reviews
Alexie
25.09.2021 - 08:12

Overall everything was awesome. Oh boy was the lasagna and Joe's special pepper sauce is the best. My only gripe is our waitress was sub-par. Felt like we were...

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Cody
25.09.2021 - 08:12

We had a wonderful time along with great food and warm service

Marcos
25.09.2021 - 08:12

Drinks were AWFUL! Ordered a Margarita, with call brand tequila, on the rock. Sent the first one back it was loaded with simple syrup and NO LIME! Got a second...

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Alford
25.09.2021 - 08:12

Had a desire for some Italian food and read good things about Momas. I had the Joes special and it was excellent. Old school Italian restaurant. We will be back

Grazia
25.09.2021 - 08:12

The red sauce used in the dishes was very nice. The food was not bland, but nothing special

Mama Louisa's is a local favorite in Tucson, offering classic Italian dishes that please everyone. The homemade breadsticks are a hit, and the house red sauce is perfectly balanced. The service is usually excellent, although some diners have experienced sub-par service. Despite this, the food is consistently top-notch, with favorites like lasagna and Joe's special pepper sauce. Mama Louisa's is a great spot for traditional Italian cuisine with a cozy atmosphere and friendly service. Don't forget to save room for dessert, as the tiramisu and strawberry cheesecake come highly recommended. Overall, Mama Louisa's offers a taste of Brooklyn in Tucson and remains the best Italian restaurant in the area.

Opentable
4.2 ★ from 502 reviews
Wellington
06.05.2024 - 00:59

Wonderful restaurant. Service was excellent and food tasty. Would definitely do again when I’m in town next.

QuirkyBlackMan
06.05.2024 - 00:59

Always excellent and always a favorite. It's been around from the 1960’s and has been outstanding for decades. A must visit for visitors and a local favorite. T...

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Rosana
06.05.2024 - 00:59

Food was excellent and plentiful. We could not have asked for a more attentive or friendly server than Joseph. Positive experience overall.

HilariV
06.05.2024 - 00:59

Dinner was relaxed and perfect! Love the Chianti, calamari, house salad, breadsticks….so good! We went with Joes Special and the Cioppino. Consistent, nostalgic...

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GaryO
06.05.2024 - 00:59

We had a reservation but didn’t need it. The hostess seated us promptly and we were greeted by Sarah our waitress. The service was excellent. Sarah explained th...

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Int Restaurants
4.2 ★ from 3758 reviews
Sherry
21.07.2023 - 09:40

Love this restaurant!! They have now added cioppino (seafood stew) to the menu! I am in love! The restaurant is also aligned with many incentive programs: airli...

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Jeff
21.07.2023 - 09:40

We always love coming here and this time had out of town company. I have never had a bad meal in this place in the 18 years I've lived in Tucson. We did have a...

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Sarah
21.07.2023 - 09:40

The food was extraordinary and the service was impeccable. I highly recommend this location for a unique, but delicious, restaurant experience. Support local!!!

Coralie
21.07.2023 - 09:40

Delicious food and a great staff and service makes for a wonderful meal and experience

Vito
21.07.2023 - 09:40

I've been coming here to eat for almost 40 years. That is generations of family, and quality dining. I highly recommend it.

Doordash
4.5 ★ from 50 reviews
Kayla
22.06.2024 - 04:34

Awesome food as always. The Mamas Combo was delicious!! Dinner salad was meh, go for one of the better salads.

Marjie
22.06.2024 - 04:34

Healthy serving of Lasagna that came with two breadsticks. Lasagna was just okay and would not order again. Too cheesy, not much flavor, too much sauce, and mea...

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James
22.06.2024 - 04:34

Both Fettuccine Alfredo Alla Romano orders were very very dry. Both kids meal drinks were missing, and all the breadsticks were hard as a rock. I will never ord...

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Karen
22.06.2024 - 04:34

Wonderful linguine, great garlic butter sauce, generous sized shrimp all part of the Shrimp Scampi. Mikes bread is very cheesy and is a fabulous addition. Will...

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Ashley
22.06.2024 - 04:34

Threw away the whole meal. Eggplant Parmesan tasted spoiled. The 2 Meatballs were cold and tasted undercooked. The complementary bread sticks were extremely har...

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Yelp
3.5 ★ from 326 reviews
Shelly
19.09.2023 - 09:16

Our first time here. We had studied the menu in advance. The main menu includes non-alcoholic drinks and desserts. I got a vanilla Italian cream soda which...

cory
19.09.2023 - 09:16

The cake and breadsticks were enjoyable. Both are made from a local bakery. Not in house. Pasta is made fresh in house. I got the meat sauce which tasted...

Kurt
19.09.2023 - 09:16

After a 6 year hiatus it was time for us to take the 45 minute drive from Oro Valley and return to Mama Louisa's. Bottom line: it was worth the drive. The...

Sirved
4.1 ★ from 1373 reviews

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