I'm a frequent visitor to the city, and stumbled upon this little gem on my most recent trip. My nieces were with me this time for their first visit, and it was their pasta craving that led us here for a late lunch/early dinner before their evening show. We were immediately seated without a reservation, and given impeccable service. The dining area was warm, clean, and inviting, and everyone on staff was welcoming and kind. Our meals were all fresh and delicious, and the prices were more than reasonable. I've already recommended them to my friends and family who live nearby, and will be suggesting them to others I know who are looking for trip recommendations. read more

We went here one night for dinner. The food was really good and the atmosphere was perfect! The service was pretty good although we did have to remind the server to bring us drinks and order food a couple of times. read more

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Our reservations were not scheduled and call the management to cancel. The management was not aware of our reservation and we had to provide our credit card number for a deposit to be placed at the time. Was very disappointed. Had to find an alternative which is difficult in NYC. read more

I decided to go to Mama Mia, a cute and cozy neighborhood Italian restaurant today with a friend. The owner was incredibly sweet and made sure we were seated comfortably, which made the atmosphere feel warm and welcoming right away. We started with the organic salad, which tasted fresh and crisp with a homemade salad dressing that paired perfectly well. For the main course, the rich and flavorful Penne Alla Vodka topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese was absolutely rich and flavorful. To finish the night we went with the creamy cheesecake with added slices of cherries.. just yummy. Definitely a neighborhood treasure! read more

Mama Mia 44SW - Bar - Seafood Near Me - New York, New York

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The food wasn't very good and the service was subpar. The dishes for each person at the table arrived at wildly different times, and the quality and source of the food was suspect, particularly for the prices they are charging. read more

We booked this place after our Rockettes show and it was quite a walk from Radio city. The location is prime, though, and the smells wafting out into the air were both intoxicating and inviting, just as Italian should be. We showed up a few minutes before our reservation and were promptly seated. The price is good for midtown and the portions are just right. I ordered a Peroni and Chicken Eggplant Rollatini, which was chock full of flavor and juicy. Stop in and you won't be disappointed! read more

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l've dined in at Mama Mia a few years back when me and my buddy were done with our gym session and was craving some good Italian food. It was a mellow week night and I needed something hearty to fill up my stomach. This is right in 9th Avenue in the middle of Hell's Kitchen also walking distance to my hotel. Service is friendly, fast, and just enough staff to get you seated quickly. Menu is simple, kitchen was really efficient getting dishes out. I could over hear other patrons in the restaurant, and the staff is Italian-friendly too. What I ordered was a Ceaser Salad , Meatballs and Cheesecake for dessert. Was not in the mood for wine, but I was craving a soda. Complimentary bread was delivered first. Btw, the portion of each item was perfect sizing for me! There was so no leftovers. Not bad of a place, I think it gets busy before and after showtimes. If you're up for drinks, they have a full bar. All in all, a very nice place to dine in! read more

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I brought a group of friends here for brunch after church one Sunday. We were seated in the back, which was nice because it almost felt like our own private area. We all partook in the Brunch Special, which included main course, coffee and an alcoholic drink, as well mini muffins, for only $22! One of my friends and I decided to split one savory and one sweet dish. We chose the Skillet Frittata with roasted potatoes and peppers / onions, and the Stuffed Challah French Toast. The Frittata was not served in a skillet, but was otherwise pretty tasty. The Frittata was full of bacon, cheese, red and green peppers, and onion. It was hearty and well seasoned. The potatoes were a bit bland though and could have been more crispy. French Toast was nicely crisp, sweet, and served with berries. However, there wasn't much stuffing inside. Mini corn muffins were super cute and had a delightfully yummy crunchy exterior. Service was great. Our waiter was friendly and accommodating. I enjoyed the Brunch Special experience. Prices were decent especially for the Hell's Kitchen area. read more

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Cozy Italian eatery. Came on a Saturday night and there was a couple playing music which definitely added to the vibe! Such a beautiful experience. Food was fast and full of flavor. The pizza definitely lived up to being a New York slice if you know what I mean. read more

Mama Mia 44SW - Seafood Near Me - New York, New York

My friend and I were walking by looking for a good place to eat. It was a beautiful warm night in NYC so we sat at a table close to the open doors. I had a glass of cabernet. The service was excellent, and he recommended the spaghetti carbonara. It was THE BEST carbonara I ever had!! I was also pleasantly surprised to hear live musicians playing to the restaurant as well people sitting on the outside patio. I know for the next few weeks, I will have dreams of that carbonara!! Well done!! read more

Mama Mia 44SW - Carbonara!! DEEEEELISH!!!! - Seafood Near Me - New York, New York

Amazing flavors. Highly recommend this place. They accommodated a late night last minute party of 9.

Local neighborhood gem run by two sisters and their family. When you walk by the smell of garlic is always wafting in that air. Everything I've had here is always delicious and tastes homemade. On my most recent visit I have the chicken eggplant parmesan rollatini , which was fantastic. No matter what you get you can't go wrong! Definitely worth a visit! Service is always top-notch! read more

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Food was great. Adding transaction fees for credit card use is laughable. Adding a automatic 20% gratuity for a party of three for shit service is worse. Waited for 15 minutes before initial greeting.. Zero pre-busing...Won't be back. Don't recommend. read more

This restaurant is cute. The servers were very friendly. My friend and I split it the chicken carbonara. It was very good. The portion was big enough to split between two people. It was definitely a nice place to eat. read more

When I am feeling a little like I can't deal with Times Square before a show, this is my go to. The food is always lovely, service is quick, the bar is the perfect place for an amazing happy hour (4-8pm weeknights) and you're not stifled by crowds. I sat by a woman who came in just because it smelled amazing! Carbonara is my fav, and the cocktails are never too sweet. Try the Pear Martini or the Espresso! read more

Service - 5 Food - 4 Ambiance - 4.5 (bathrooms are super clean and spacious) Came here today after lots of walking around. Really loves the marinara sauce which was one of the best. It's a small, cozy spot but happy we found it. We came after the lunch rush so we were able to get a table easily. Some of the best meatballs I've had. The complimentary bread was ok but the bonus were these mini blueberry muffins. We got the foccacia and that was yummy. We also got the chicken parm - my daughter thought it was ok. I think she just doesn't love chicken parm in general. Right next to Broadway theaters. Good location! read more

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The ambiance is perfect and the staff was lovely. Our food was delicious and just the right size portions. Our waiter, Michael, was very attentive and gave us plenty of attention. This restaurant is not too noisy and nobody rushed us! I highly recommend Mama Mia! read more

Mama Mia was just an ok experience, and I don't see myself visiting again. Everyone had a taste for Italian, and Yelp led us to Mama Mia. It was fairly busy around 6:30p, and there was only one waiter -- he was working the bar and managing several tables. As such, service was a bit slow. The lighting in the restaurant was a bit dim. Too dim! I don't have the best set of eyes, but I needed my flashlight to see the menu! We ordered mozzarella sticks, baked clams, chicken parmesan, fettuccine alfredo, and the fish of the day (branzino). I tried the mozzarella sticks, baked clams, and my entree was the branzino with spinach. The mozzarella sticks were really good--came out piping hot and the cheese pull lived up to its name. The branzino was just ok. The menu description indicated it would be served alongside spinach and capers. However, there were more olives on my plate than capers. I was a bit disappointed. Additionally, the plate was filled with oil. While the fish was seasoned well, there was simply too much oil. As a matter of fact, later that evening, I felt a bit nauseous. I attribute it to my oily dinner. The baked clams were also just ok. There was too much breading--so much so that I scraped the breading and got right to the point: the clams! I wouldn't get this dish again. As mentioned earlier, service was slow. I had to flag down the menu waiter for the bill. Mama Mia wasn't really my cup of tea, but clearly with their Yelp 4-star rating, I'm in the minority. Cheers! read more

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Stopped in for dinner before a show based on some recommendations, and while we definitely weren't disappointed, we also weren't blown out of the water. The best thing we ate was the focaccia - which was absolutely delicious and incredible with the olive oil - which we were also glad we ordered because somehow a bread basket never found its way to our table. The margherita pizza wasn't bad - a bit floppy of a crust which made it difficult to eat, and the chicken parm was also okay - though a thick cutlet that ended up being very soft texturally. The wait staff was excellent though, constantly refilling water and checking in read more

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I have been to many Italian style restaurants. But nothing is quite like Mama Mia. A friend of mine and I were here for hyrox, chose to come here for our "carb loading". And by that I mean, a homemade meal where you were not rushed AT ALL. It was like I was sitting at home with family having dinner. Nothing was a requirement (drinks, dessert, appetizers, etc). The environment was cheerful and staff was amazing. We definitely went back after our event for drinks and some apps, but it was an amazing experience and we will be coming here on our future endeavors. If you're looking for a family friendly and at home experience with a more upscale environment, this is your place. read more

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Lemonade, supposed to be fresh as stated by the waitress, tasted like water and sugar. Food was also no great Ambiance was standard. Restaurant was empty except us I would not recommend it read more

We tried this place in a whim and a quick look on Yelp to see what was available after we finished watching a play. The motiff was a bit a little bit too dark for my liking, but my family was fine with it. The was a group of young adults that were too loud, very loud. Even my kids thought they were obnoxious. Other than those, the place was nice and quaint. The servers were friendly and cordial. I just wished they requested that group to keep there noise level down. When it comes to the food, it was very good. Very tasty and affordable. I was surprised with their pricing, especially being it in the theater district/Hell's Kitchen area. Their menu shows the price difference between paying with cash/debit card vs credit card, so you can at least know ahead of time how much the final bill would cost you. I thought that was a pretty good touch. Was the food mind-blowing? No. It was just good old fashioned New York Italian Food. A good place to fill your belly and relax after watching an Off-Broadway show. It's definitely worth checking out. read more

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Such a great family, Italian restaurant. From the moment you walk in the restaurant, you feel like you are at home. The ambience and staff are absolutely amazing. The food was superb and I loved all of their recommendations. I had the seafood combination, which is incredible. All around super great experience. read more

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I feel like it's a standard sit down restaurant. We got sat right away, it wasn't too busy during the week when we went for dinner. The host and servers were nice. Dimly lit inside. drinks were strong, we ordered the berry and peach martini I believe and they were just ok. Penne alla vodka tasted about average needed some salt and pepper--got mine with chicken which I kind of regret bc it was weirdly textured in some pieces and I didn't eat any more of it. Pasta was cooked great! read more

The food was great and so was the service! We were walking down the street trying to figure out where to go and our server asked if we had any questions while we looked at the menu and said we looked hungry so we should come in! We are so glad we did! read more

This place is a off the radar little gem, close to pier 83 if your coming off the boats. Cozy little place with dark lighting atmosphere. The menu is decent and the food is better then expected. They have a small bar and a two room layout for dining. The staff were all friendly and helpful, was overall a good experience, will definitely be back. read more

We were visiting from California during Christmas, just finished watching little shop of horrors. Windy and cold outside we were greeted in and welcomed! We had no reservations but they immediately sat us. Super friendly lovely people! The food was absolutely outstanding! Delicious! Best chicken Marsala I have ever had in my life! They even accommodated my 10 year old daughter's limited palate by making her pasta with butter. Amazing! Highly recommend! read more

Mama Mia 44SW - Pasta with butter - Seafood Near Me - New York, New York

We are in NYC as a vacation, our hotel staff recommended this place as good food with a good price. Me and my companion shared a sausage pizza, best pizza we have had in NYC throughout all of our trips here. Our waiter was smiley and fun. We enjoyed the music sheet decor and general ambience of the Italian resteraunt. We are coming back tomorrow to try the pasta. read more

In our rush to watch a show and don't know where to eat, we stumbled upon Mama Mia 44 SW a short walk from our hotel. Server was kind enough to rush our dinner knowing we are watching a play tonight. Food was good. Seafood Combination in white sauce was a bit bitter, the taste of wine a bit too strong. Otherwise good read more

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I live in Brooklyn and friends from out of town suggested meeting here for dinner. I had low expectations of a theater district restaurant but I was so wrong. The food was delicious and the service--from the friendly, accommodating waiter to the manager (or owner?) who came by to greet us and ask how everything was going--was great. After dinner, my friend said that she used to go to Mama Mia's when her family came to NYC in the 80s. I can see why it's lasted for so long and I hope it stays for many more years. read more

There's definitely a correlation between my reaction to a Broadway show and how hungry I am after the performance no matter how late it might be. Case in point was Jamie W.'s and my recent attendance of the acclaimed Sondheim revival, "Merrily We Roll Along" (review: https://yelp.to/xfJVp2pzgR). It was simply fabulous, and we were ravenous. We didn't walk very far on 44th before we came upon this busy Italian restaurant. We were seated close to all the foot traffic from the kitchen, but frankly we thought it was part of the post-show vibe at any tourist-magnet restaurant in the 'hood. The menu was pretty traditional, and we each started with the perfectly fine $10 Caesar Salad (photo: https://yelp.to/MyXNbHZU_S). We were in need of Parmesan cheese with barely visible lettuce. Jamie went pasta-free and ordered the $11 Homemade Meatballs. He got three of them buried under a thick mound of thick marinara meat sauce (photo: https://yelp.to/f236ie_--r). The same sauce was ladled on my $22 plate of Linguine Bolognese (photo: https://yelp.to/IEsDI3UZQR). It was delicious in a homestyle way with, of course, plenty of Parmesan cheese. BTW the '44SW' refers to its location in the southwest corner of 44th and 9th. FOOD - 4 stars...old school Italian made Mama-style AMBIANCE - 3.5 stars...kinda dark and a bit packed but it was the post-show hour SERVICE - 4 stars...busy but attentive TOTAL - 4 stars...nice to know a convenient post-show option in the Theatre District RELATED - Hungry in NYC? Here's my collection of places I've tried and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2YS9ELs read more

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Ordered a Shrimp Scampi pasta to go for me to pick up at 6:15pm. I asked the hostess several times to check. She kept saying it's coming up. After not seeing her for 10 mins. I asked a waitress who immediately got it from the kitchen. Was it waiting there the whole time? I ended up waiting an extra 20 mins for my dinner. The hostess was the worst hostess I ever saw. She wasn't walking around the talbes asking if everthing was ok and did customers needed anything. I saw tables she could have cleared, but she was just walking back and forth. At one point, she went outside to lore customers into to restaurant. What about treating the customers in the restaurant really well so they come back. The food was just ok. Expensive and I wouldn't go back if you paid me. read more

Great spot to go for a cozy dinner before a Broadway show or if you're staying in Midtown! It's a very homey inside with kind staff and fast service. The pasta is wonderful and all of the appetizers are worth a try! Also, the portion sizes are great. My favorite dish is the Vongole Di Napoli (Linguine with clams) though the Seafood Combination is also great! read more

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Amazing! I felt like family. So friendly and warm. Wonderful menu and specials! Definitely will be going back! read more

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We came on a week night and it was super busy. Definitely recommend getting a reservation. Staff were attentive and the food quality was okay. read more

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The food was bad. Was by far the worst restaurant I went to when I was there. The food was below average. They put Hot Pepper flakes my wife's Spicy Margarita. Service was descent but I don't recommend this restaurant. read more

Had dinner at Mamma Mia 44SW after work, and it honestly hit the spot. It's close to my workplace, so I decided to try it and now I get why this place is always mentioned. The dinner vibe here is great. Warm lighting, cozy feeling, and not too loud even though it's in Midtown. It actually feels like a break from the chaos outside. read more

Somewhat stumbled across this place looking for something nice, fancy, yet quick enough where I can potentially catch a 9pm bus back home. We arrived around 8pm. The place is pretty dimly lit. Almost unassuming of sorts, but perhaps a bit romantic depending on the person you're with. We ordered a fairly straightforward meal to share: eggplant parm. We also each had a glass of Merlot. The wine probably took away from us truly experiencing the full taste of the eggplant parm, but it was fine. Food was solid. Nothing crazy, but it did the job. The only slight tip for them is that I wish the bread came with olive oil instead of butter, but that's only personal preference to me. Maybe they do have it.... I hear that the ambiance of the place is much different during the day when the sunshine adds a lot more light indoors. There's also the outdoors area, of which no one was occupying because of the rainy weather. The eggplant parm took a bit to arrive, but we somehow ended up out by at 8:45, leaving us plenty of time to get to Port Authority and in line. Unfortunately, this review won't have photos as it was just too dark for photos and I was a bit distracted with conversations and such. read more

This was our second time at Mamma Mia. The service was amazing, from the waiters to The bus boys to the runners- everyone was super nice and friendly. The food was delicious! Every plate was cleaned it was so good! Highly recommend for after or before a show on Broadway! read more

Delicious dinner for my son's 11th birthday. We were visiting from out of town and this restaurant had great reviews, was well established and within walking distance from our hotel. The food was simple yet flavorful and comforting. The ambiance felt warm and lived-in, like you were invited to someone's home. I made reservations on Yelp and noted this was a birthday dinner for my son. Our server brought out a slice of tiramisu with a candle for dessert and I didn't even have to make request in person. I appreciate that attention to detail that made my son's birthday even more special. We enjoyed our dining experience and highly recommend this restaurant. read more

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