This was our second visit to Mamma Mia, and it definitely won't be our last! The food is absolutely amazing--every dish is fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. The service and atmosphere make the experience even better. Mamma Mia is truly one of the best-kept secrets in the Inland Empire for authentic Italian food. If you're looking for outstanding Italian cuisine, this place is a must-visit. Highly recommend! read more

I brought my sister for lunch and we had Joseph as our waiter. He was thorough, patient, and attentive with the order. Apparently, Riverside is the OG location serving the public for 4 years and Fullerton is the 2nd spot. I ordered fettuccine with meat sauce, Italian sausage, mushrooms, and grape tomatoes. The lunch 10" pizza with 3 toppings is $15, so I requested one with pepperoni, mushrooms, and roasted garlic. Joseph came by with Parmigiano to dust the pasta and pizza, which was a nice addition. read more

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Went in on Father's Day, and it wasn't too busy. The inside is dimly lit, cozy and more upscale than you would think from the appearance of the outside. We had the cheese curds and fried mac and cheese balls, which came out suspiciously quick. The Mac and cheese balls were still a little cold in the inside but did not take away from their deliciousness. I shared two plates, the Chicken parmigiana and the chicken Alfredo pizza. I really like the chicken parm, it was light and the sauce was flavorful without being too strong. I thought the pizza was okay, extremely cheesy and dry. I would have enjoyed a saucier pizza, the cheese was very overwhelming. The service was very fast and friendly. Checked in on us multiple times and made us feel comfortable. It was a good dinner! read more

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Pleasantly surprised when I ordered this Margarita pizza. It smelled so aromatic, and the crust was perfect!! I found my to go place for delicious pizza! read more

Mamma Mia - Delicious Margarita pizza - Italian Near Me - Riverside, California

My wife and I tried Mama Mia for dinner a while back and couldn't stop talking about it on the way home. We ended up bringing the whole family. We started with the fried calamari, and honestly, it was some of the best we've had. I usually go for the beef lasagna, but decided to try something different and ordered the Salarosa. First time ever having salmon in pasta, and it was excellent. The portions were huge, everyone took some food home. My wife ordered the Primavera and she too was amazed with the seasoning and portion size. I love the setting, relaxing and classy. The staff were outstanding, they went out of their way to accommodate our group and made sure we were comfortable. Everyone agreed the food and service were absolutely fantastic. Can't wait for our next visit. read more

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Came back Sunday with family this time. Made reservations online for 2:00pm. We arrived and were promptly seated. We're here celebrating early Father's Day with my son and his son. This is my 2nd time and my son & grandsons 1st time. We ordered Mozzarella Cheese Sticks and Mac & Cheese bites. The Mozzarella Cheese Sticks were just ok for me but my grandson enjoyed them. The Mac & Cheese bites were pretty good dipped in Ranch. For our entree's we ordered Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken, 10 inch pizza with pepperoni, jalapeños & pineapple, Beef Lasagna, Garden salad with chicken & Cesar salad. Everyone enjoyed their meals and drinks. While we ate we enjoyed watching FIGA World Cup Japan vs Netherlands on the TV's displayed over their bar area. Customer service was top tier. Our server Bar was very courteous and came around to refill our drinks and clear our table. So far my experience at MaMa Mia's has been awesome!! read more

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Smaller menu, but so glad we finally have good Italian in Riverside. I've been a few times with my husband, family and book club. Each time the service and food have been fantastic. One interesting feature about going for dinner is that the restaurant is kind of dark, but they have individual lights on each table that you can brighten and darker as needed. The salads are fantastic and I especially like the Spring and Summer salads. Tried the calzone recently and I love the fact that they have good vegetarian options and sesame seeds on top which is a personal favorite. Highly recommend this restaurant. Note: they do not automatically put bread on the table, it has to be ordered for a cost. read more

Great Italian spot in the IE that tucked in an unassuming plaza. My part of five got seated immediately and our server was super flexible and helpful with my questions. I'd recommend the Mamma Mia pasta- it's like the fettuccine Alfredo but with so much more flavor! read more

Good food, good service and nice ambiance. Parking is horrendous. They need to move to a better location.

My husband and I tried a lovely little Italian spot today and had such a great experience. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted right away and seated promptly. The hostess was warm and polite, which immediately set the tone for the evening. The restaurant itself is small and quaint, with soft jazz music playing in the background that creates a cozy, romantic vibe. It felt like the perfect place for a relaxed dinner. They also have a great wine selection, which pairs perfectly with the menu. I ordered the eggplant parmesan with a side of vegetables and everything was absolutely delicious. The eggplant was flavorful and perfectly cooked. My husband had the meat lasagna, and it was hearty, rich, and very satisfying. Overall, the food, atmosphere, and service made for a wonderful dining experience. We'll definitely be back! read more

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Amazing restaurant! Food was amazing and service was top notch! Forget about what the parking lot looks like, go inside and find a gem!! Shout out to Jacob! read more

Mamma Mia - Butterfly Shrimp Garlic Bread - Italian Near Me - Riverside, California

Everything we ordered was exceptional. The pasta was perfectly cooked, the sauces slow-simmered, deeply layered, and bursting with flavor that lingered beautifully with every bite. What truly elevated the experience, though, was the attention to detail in every part of the meal. Each course arrived at just the right pace, and every plate was presented with care without feeling overdone. You could tell the kitchen operates with real pride and discipline, honoring traditional Italian cooking while still adding a subtle, modern touch. The staff were outstanding--warm, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about the food they were serving. They made thoughtful recommendations, checked in at the perfect moments, and created an atmosphere that felt both elegant and welcoming, like dining in a well-run family trattoria where every guest is valued. If you're looking for authentic Italian cuisine that delivers both comfort and sophistication, this is the place. Incredible food, impeccable service, and an experience that lingers long after the last bite. We'll absolutely be coming back. read more

Dined here yesterday 7/6 at 715pm. First time dining here. When we walked in, we were graded by the male host could've been just a tad bit friendlier. We were seated in a booth in the second section against the window. As soon as I sat down, my booth move back a little bit .Our server was Greg. Overall, he was good and stated he's been in the restaurant industry for 40 years. We could tell at this point he had only had a couple tables in a section as he was really pushy for us to order our entrées when we just ordered our appetizers. I had asked for suggestions for appetizers. Never did he offer to give us any drink or entrée suggestions, ask if we had been there before etc. Straight to the orders. Our appetizer came extremely fast, which was nice however, right when they were dropped, he came to take our entrée order and we kindly let him know that we were not ready. He came over two more times and asked and after the third time of telling him we weren't ready I think he finally got it that we wanted to take our time. We had the Caprese and fried green bean appetizers, which were both amazing. I had their hazelnut espresso martini. It's good if you like a creamy espresso martini. I like them not creamy, but it was still enjoyable. For entrées, we had the chicken piccata which was dry on the chicken, and I had the lobster ravioli, which was delicious. I was expecting a heavy sauce with it but the meat sauce paired extremely well. For dessert, we have the butter cake, and that was enjoyable. I also had a glass of red wine. The cleanliness of our restaurant is amazing. As we walked by to get seated, I noticed there was no dust on any other wine bottles displayed. The way they celebrate birthdays is by putting this loud obnoxious song on throughout the restaurant which is funny the first time, but when you hear it a total of five times during your dinner, it becomes a bit much. Especially when the same table has it done twice at different times. There was no exaggeration to it being played five times in a matter of one hour and 15 minutes. I'd love to come back if I was guaranteed not to hear that birthday song several times during my dinner. The food is great, It's a clean place and the staff is nice. Slow down on service. Especially for those on date night. read more

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The ambiance here is upscale and welcoming. It's tucked away in a nondescript strip mall so from the outside you have no idea what awaits you inside. The garlic bread with cheese was the best I've ever had!!! My shrimp scampi was amazing. The rib eye steak was 16 ounces of magnificently prepared awesomeness. Our waiter was attentive with an excellent suggestion for dessert. We had a butter cake that was so good!!! This was a great experience. read more

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Very clean and elegant restaurant. Food was delicious and the server was very attentive. read more

Mamma Mia - Scampi - Italian Near Me - Riverside, California

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Still consistently great food and great service. We have to drive about 30 minutes in terrible traffic to get here. Whenever we have anything to do in their area we plan a visit. I love it. read more

We moved to Riverside about 2 years ago and we discovered Mama Mia about a year ago. The service has always been excellent, attentive, and fast. The food is absolutely delicious with the butterfly shrimp and the caprese salad being our favorite apps. For main courses all their pastas are delicious, our favorites are Rustica and the Lobster Raviolis! My wife loves the Little Italy cocktail, I am all about the Mama Mia IPA. The ambiance is pleasent and we love the birthday song, the kids love to clap and sing along. It's a must to come here and enjoy the good food and vibes. read more

Loved the pasta. Waiters were so fun. Easy to navigate and menu is great. A good choice

One night I felt like Italian food,and nestled in the strangest part of riverside Is this semi elegant restaurant. My dress code wasn't up to par of this place because I just got out of work but definitely felt like a date night place. Taking a seat at the bar. Excellent service and some of the best in-house beers I've had in a while. Plenty of TVs around if you're interested in watching some sports. Bartender is 100% your friend and is willing to have great conversations with you. Food has excellent presentation and tastes just as great. Highly recommended for date nights or if you just want some good Italian food. read more

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I had a party of 6 for lunch in a beautiful set up that was clean and appeared cared for: A unanimously hands down a five star rated overall service. A very friendly waitress named Patti made this double birthday meal an absolutely fantastic experience. The entree served was hot and delectable: veggie calzone, spaghetti with broccoli, salarosa and chicken fettuccine. The salmon entree was good but the carrots and asparagus were hard. The desserts are worth it: butter cake is the best and a birthday dessert is a special touch. So glad we made it as our first time in this restaurant for a perfect Italian experience! read more

Mamma Mia - Butter cake & birthday dessert! - Italian Near Me - Riverside, California

We had the garlic bread, Stromboli (vegi) and beef ravioli. Also the tiramisu. All good and will be back. Loved the crust on the Stromboli and looking forward to trying their pizza. We went for lunch on a weekday - no wait but the place was almost full. Service was great. Thank you. read more

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This place is the best! It is our go to for ordering in and for event catering. The best spaghetti and pizza. I really appreciate that they have vegan cheese, pepperoni, and sausage too! They have something for everyone and it's seriously SO good! read more

Absolutely delicious! Our server Greg/Georgiano was absolutely wonderful and helpful as he answered our questions. Everything is made in house and the quality of the food is indescribable. The meatball appetizer with marinara sauce was juicy and perfectly seasoned. Despite not liking tomato/tomato sauce in general, I found myself consistently dipping my fork back in the sauce for another taste. We ordered the shrimp scampi and chicken marsala for a balance of light and creamy. The shrimp scampi was the perfect sauce consistency while still being refreshing with wonderful hints of lemon. The chicken marsala was extremely flavorful and somehow refreshing. It wasn't too creamy and heavy with some tomatoes and mushrooms mixed in. The chicken and shrimp were wonderfully cooked and seasoned. The pistachio ricotta cake was light, not too sweet, while still maintaining an airy texture with the perfect amount of pistachio. The restaurant was clean with a nice relaxing ambiance. I'd definitely recommend this restaurant and we're looking forward to coming back again! read more

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I ordered spaghetti with Italian sausage. What I got was not Italian sausage. I grew up in New York. I know what Italian sausage is supposed to taste like. This was not it. I won't go back. I can't complain about the staff, they were very nice. read more

The service was good and the ambiance of a place you get to go where you know the pizza is going to be great is that epic I've only gone for the pizza but definitely need try the pasta as well! read more

My daughter brought me to Mamma Mia's for lunch and I must say it was very good. The service was awesome! Our server was very kind and took great care of us. The food was phenomenal. We ordered The traditional lasagna and the cheesy garlic toast and it is so good!! Then we ordered the chicken fettuccine with sun-dried tomatoes added, and it was to die for! We will definitely be back to for a second round! Lol. We ordered a couple of drinks toounfortunately I don't remember the names of them, but they were just OK. Unfortunately we didn't like the drinks that much. All in all it was a great lunch! We will definitely be back! read more

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This place is definitely a hidden gem! I like to consider myself a harsh judge when it comes to Italian food, and this place did not disappoint. I can't believe we've lived in the area for this long and never gave this place a chance ! Amazing service. The atmosphere is such a vibe, very dim and romantic, definitely intensified and complimented the food! We will definitely be back! read more

Mamma Mia - Italian Near Me - Riverside, California

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Came here on a recommendation. I'm visiting from out of town and this was the perfect spot after a long day of work. The ambiance is chill, but respectable. A really great balance. All the staff were friendly - hosts, managers, servers, bartenders. I sat at the bar and had great conversation with the bartender, David. He was helpful in recommending dishes, attentive, and super easy-going. I ordered the Salarosa and it was superb. The flavor profile was exactly what I was hoping for with a vodka pasta. Order this. So glad I came, and would definitely recommend to others! A hidden gem read more

Not sure if they're under new management because vibe was definitely off. For a nice restaurant they killed the vibe by playing loud music for birthdays. Not what we were expecting. Food was ok-chicken masala was different. Pasta was placed on top of chicken and lacked masala flavor. Drinks were good as was service. read more

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Little Italy drink, yum! Thank you to our waitress Patty. I love this place. Great atmosphere and delicious food can't beat it. read more

Mamma Mia - Little Italy drink, yum! Thank you to our waitress Patty. I love this place. Great atmosphere and delicious food can't beat it. - Italian Near Me - Riverside, California

I love this place because of a lot of reasons. The servers are so attentive, considerate and always making sure we are comfortable. The food is off the charts! The seat and table are ergonomic and really cozy! The restaurant's designed in a way it can be enjoyed if there's only 2 of you or a big party like ours! We will definitely come back here and recommend the Mamma Mia's pasta and cheese curd! read more

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I don't like Italian food but I love the food at Mamma Mia's. Food is flavorful and the service is top notch!'nnnn read more

Mamma Mia - Butter cake and ice cream to end a wonderful meal - Italian Near Me - Riverside, California

This place has such a nice for sure date night ambience it's kind of low lights with a little tiny little candle on your table. The food was delicious. The pizza was thick, deep dish a lot of flavor. The pasta was authentic. The noodles were chewy. The sauce was nice and creamy. It definitely is a place worth stopping by or taking someone on a date but like I say, give it a try then you decide. read more

Mamma Mia - Fettuccine Fettuccine Rustica New Fettuccine - Italian Near Me - Riverside, California

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This restaurant has really nice ambience and a chill vibe. Relaxed enough for a family meal or first date. The service was very attentive. The fettuccine Alfredo was delicious and the lasagna was amazing. Don't forget the garlic bread--add cheese read more

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Love the restaurant this is my second time and ordered the lasagna again. It's good !!! I rate this place a 5 star but a ZERO for soup !!! They need to add a soup dish. read more

Service was good. Food was delicious. Portions were great for the price. The kids sizes were big, so awesome! Ambiance was interesting? Music was way too loud, we had to talk so loud to hear our group. Then they began playing music EVEN louder, for no reason.... A photographer comes around to take photos of your party & sells them... but, it was honestly awkward. Having us do poses and zero communication skills. Reading the room is important & maybe don't come up while people are eating. it wasn't working Location was unexpected & very tight inside. Restrooms were clean ! Which Is a huge plus (especially when you have kids!) All in all - would I go back, yes - because of the food. read more

Mamma Mia - Italian Near Me - Riverside, California

Obviously you can tell we didn't like the food....Obviously kidding. Got the lobster ravioli and the Mama Mia's pasta. Both were delicious. Only thing that we didn't like was the portions and price. It was 26 dollars for lobster ravioli and it only had 5 (well 4.5 when I got started cause SOMEONE not naming any names BRITT ate one). I know I sound broke and that's cause maybe I am! Garlic bread was yummy and a little dark (not that's there's anything wrong with that). Atmosphere was divine and service great! Would go again. read more

Mamma Mia - Lobster ravioli (8/10) - Italian Near Me - Riverside, California

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My girl and I like this restaurant a lot. From the outside, we didn't expect it to be a nice, huge restaurant. We were greeted by a friendly host and were told the wait time would be 15-20min. Two minutes later, I got a ping saying our table was ready. Cool beans! Staff were very attentive and knowledgeable. We ordered the Mac n cheese bites which had chopped jalapenos. It's like combining Mac n cheese and jalapeño poppers. Yummy! Their Supreme pizza was loaded with toppings. It's got the perfect crust and pizza was overall delicious! My comment on it though is that it seemed tad slightly smaller than 18" which I ordered (I've had an 18" pizza elsewhere before so I know). I was checking out other people's pizza's and theirs looked bigger compared to ours. My kid loved her cheese pizza too. Also, the restroom was really nice and clean, I must add! My girl wants to go back and try their pasta and other pizzas. I do too and will bring the rest of the family. read more

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Our group of 15 came here for lunch on a Tuesday. We called ahead of time and the table was ready for us upon our arrival. Even though they were busy when we arrived, the service was super fast and the staff were very friendly. Food was fresh and delicious. Restaurant is clean and beautiful. Parking lot is tight. Regardless of the parking, I highly recommend! read more

Mamma Mia - Spaghetti with rose sauce, chicken, and broccoli - Italian Near Me - Riverside, California

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So good!! Patty offered great service: will be back!! Try the rustic pasta my husband doesn't usually like pasta but he LOVED IT