The food was outstanding, and the service was top-notch. The only downside--strange as it may sound--was the background music. The speaker was positioned directly above our table, and while I'm a fan of Led Zeppelin, a live version with an extended guitar solo wasn't quite the atmosphere we were hoping for during a relaxed sit-down dinner. read more

Took my ex here for lunch one day when he was having trouble finding something he could eat. Thankfully our server Crystal, as the usual Godsend she is, knew exactly where he was coming from and had seen several others we knew in oral pain, so she advised him what foods would work for him to eat and not hurt further. So he was able to enjoy a meal in comfort and in public for the first time in quite awhile. She even showed him how he could soften the bread to have it. Their building always feels like home, and smells amazing. It's impossible to leave hungry! read more

DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY!! The owner Doug is very arrogant and an obnoxious person who feels that serving BURNT pizza is okay. Doug feels that he can't please certain people so BURNT pizza is okay!! I contacted him to tell him that BURNT pizza is not only terrible but we could not eat it!! Doug can't take criticism!! I talked to him in a nice manner but Doug got very hostile in his response!! Don't tell Doug how to run his restaurant even though he cooks BURNT pizza. I expected him to apologize!! I expected Doug to replace the BURNT pizza!! We will never return!! DON'T WASTE YOUR MONEY! Might as well go to Dominoes!! read more

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We used to order from Momma Rosa's in the late 1990's when it was off N Washington Ave! It's changed a bit and maybe not as great as I remember but the pizza is still delicious with that nostalgic feeling and flavor. I still absolutely love the pizza! So, when visiting family we try to order a couple of pies and reminisce. read more

First time visitor. The pizza was amazing. We had the 16 inch Sicilian. Our server was very attentive and always there checking on us. We will definitely visit again. read more

Service was extremely slow (waited about 35 min after being seated to even see the waitress), even though the restaurant wasn't busy at all. I didn't think too much into this at first since everyone has those days, but wow the food was bad too. The garlic bread in the photo was flattened so thin by the plates the server stacked on top of them. The pasta + sauce was disappointingly cold and flavorless too -- I would've preferred generic grocery brand sauce instead. Only redeeming factor was the eggplant dish. Otherwise, would not plan on going again read more

Mamma Rosa's - Eggplant Parmigiana Entree - Italian Near Me - Cookeville, Tennessee

Went there again to enjoy the Alabama playoff game at the bar with some friends. Love this place. My server on Saturday during the game was incredible! Never once waited on a refill or a few drinks. Got to enjoy the game on a huge TV. The appetizers were served quickly. Highly recommend the bruschetta they make there the old school authentic Italian way. The cheese bread was fantastic. I can't brag enough on their sauce they serve with it to dip it in. The pizzas were nothing short of impressive. The owner always waves at me and asks how my day is. Long time customer and I'm so glad to see such a great place here in Cookeville to go out and enjoy a good time. The servers are great. It's just a good time and I'm never disappointed when I go there. read more

Placed a to-go order for pizzas and the lady who took my order was incredibly nice! The pizzas and garlic bread were also some of the best I've had. The pizza gives me New York City vibes. Highly recommend! read more

Don't order mushrooms on anything unless you like can mushroom taste. I prefer fresh mushrooms... Other than that it's a great place to eat & very friendly staff! read more

Wow! What a great meal I shared with a friend here. We sat at the bar and had quick service from a young girl with short curly hair. She was eager to help. Always had a smile on her face. I will definitely make a return trip here love it. read more

Mamma Rosa's - Dr Pepper - Italian Near Me - Cookeville, Tennessee

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Ate dinner there tonight. They had really great pizza and my server was amazing as well

One of the best and oldest family owner restaurant in Cookeville! Great food cooked to order every day. Best stromboli and canzone I've ever had! Great service, always the best and family friendly! read more

The food and service was great, I recommend it for lunch or dinner! Bring the family!

Great atmosphere and food!! Strombolis are the best!! Service was impeccable!! No complaints here!

Absolute great stop. One of only two places in Cookeville worth stopping for pizza. Absolutely amazing calzones and Stromboli's. And the toasted Italian Cheese bread, while nothing over the top, is soft and just the right starter. Everything we seen come out of the kitchen looked great. read more

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We don't go to Cookeville very often but when we do, Mama Rosa's is typically on the list of must have restaurants before we head out! The pizza is awesome, but the Italian dishes are to die for! If you can't make up your mind they offer are taster dish with a sampling of their signature pastas, including lasagna that is some of the best you'll ever have!!! I would like to see a few more craft beer selections and the tiramisu should be available more often! But other than those two criticisms, this place is excellent. Lastly, of course I have to comment on the service. That is why you eat out, right?! The waitstaff have been super sweet, knowledgeable, and have always paced the meal perfectly every time we've visited. Our favorite is Casey! Ask for her when you go!!! read more

Mamma Rosa's - Decor - Italian Near Me - Cookeville, Tennessee

Really good pastas and pizzas! Great mom and pop feel, and moody ambiance. Always have had good service, but giving 4 stars because of how slow the service is. Don't go if you don't have the time to spend. If you have time, it's a great place to eat! read more

I cannot say enough about this food. I couldn't even snap a picture before I started eating. The eggplant. Parmesan was a perfect ratio of eggplant and breading.. My husband had the baked Italian sausage and meatball dish with ziti pasta. The meatball were superb and classic Italian. The marinara sauce is light and fresh and not too salty adding Parmesan cheese gave it the perfect bite. The pizza has the perfect glutenous pull that you're looking for when you have a good slice of pizza. Being a recent transplant from California I've been been searching high and low for good food in Tennessee and this by far has surpassed any restaurant that I have tried as far as quality and taste of food. My husband and I also had our salads and the blue cheese dressing was delicious. Our server Abby was excellent and friendly. read more

Mamma Rosa's - Eggplant Parmigiana Entree - Italian Near Me - Cookeville, Tennessee

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Best Italian food in Putnam county! All fresh Ingredients-made to order and large servings shareable! See pictures. read more

Mamma Rosa's - Lasagna - Italian Near Me - Cookeville, Tennessee

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Love Momma Rosa's Great food! The Stromboli is my absolute favorite but this time I had the lunch Manicotti with garlic bread and it was so good! one on my favorite places to visit while I am in Cookeville. read more

Honestly just best Italian food around. Loved them since I was a little girl and still haven't found another place that has as good of Stromboli as them. If I ever moved, I'd probably have to have my parents mail me some of their food somehow. It's just that good! Service can sometimes be better, as I do believe they hire college kids most of the time and they aren't always the most attentive. But honestly the food makes up for it. read more

Mamma Rosa's - Stromboli - Italian Near Me - Cookeville, Tennessee

Will do in a pinch. The exterior does not bely the deteriorating nature of the seating but overall it is a nice eatery with pleasant staffing and ambiance. Americanized Italian food seems to have fallen off in recent decades but given this fact, the food is decent just not very flavorful or inspired. read more

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My wife and I have eaten there and done takeout several times. We usually get Stromboli, but on at least one occasion we got pizza. It has always been good and tasty. Service can seem slow, but they are not a fast food place. Prices are kinda high for what you get. The ambience is that of a cafe in Italy. read more

Always get the Calzone and love it!! Delicious salads and a must try, if you are new to the area Judy read more

People said Mamma Rosas used to be good, but it is now a train wreck! The last time I went there was in November of 2023, where we went there for my Gram's B-day. I ordered a Stromboli and it was just okay when I ate it, but the rest is just embarrassing, the bruschetta was a complete disaster where it tastes like crap, the pizza's taste was all over the place, and after a couple days in the fridge, the Stromboli tasted like crap! Mamma Rosas used to be good here in Cookeville, but now do not go and eat Mamma Rosas, it is sadly not worth it. The experience at Mamma Rosas that day was such a disappointment! read more

I have eaten here twice. The first time was about a year ago. I had the eggplant parmesan and it was really good. My husband had the lasagne and he was happy too. Recently we went again with a bigger group (9 people) and I wasn't impressed with the food. I got a stromboli with spinach and cheese. It was 100 percent flavorless. The sauce on the side was just ok. I had to add salt and some red pepper flakes to give it some zing. The whole plate was just bland and the cheese wasn't really melty. It was a bit hard "ish". So three stars: 1. For the yummy eggplant parmesan. 2. For the lovely staff who are very sweet and helpful. 3. Great place to go with a large group. -1. For the bland food the 2nd time. -1. For the volume. I couldn't talk to anyone except the person immediately next to me because the volume in the restaurant was LOUD. I would definitely go again but I would order the eggplant again and keep my fingers crossed. I'd also suggest it for a large boisterous group. Also, I left a 30% tip because I am not heartless and our server worked her tail off and it's a crime that servers are only paid like $2.35 (or something like that) an hour here in Cookeville TN. read more

Mamma Rosa's - Spinach and cheese Stromboli! - Italian Near Me - Cookeville, Tennessee

We were there with a very large group, so, dont think this would typically apply. This was our first time there. The service was very good considering the number of people they were serving with our group. Prices were ok, slightly higher than other local places we've been to, but, just a little. It was clean, cheerful, and staff was very helpful and friendly. My chicken parm was just ok....clarification, chicken was awesome!!, sauce was a little disappointing, on both chicken & spaghetti. My wife stated the same on her spaghetti and meat sauce. We will definitely be back and try something different. If 2nd time, flavors are better, will re-rate and give 5 stars. Like I said, we were in a large group and will definitely give them another shot!!! read more

This place is legit. Great food, excellent service and reasonable prices. Highly recommend

I've been looking for great pizza in Cookeville and I finally found it! Other very nice menu items and local brews on tap, along with friendly service and a nice atmosphere make the meal here a very nice experience overall. read more

Ordered baked manicotti with pepperoni pizza and the quality of the food was terrible for the price point. The service and atmosphere was good but over all, based on food quality would not recommend to anyone looking for a decent spot to eat. read more

The calzone was really good and their marinara sauce was awesome! The only thing that could have been better was the portions of sauce they put on their pastas and entrees. If they just dial back on that a tad then I'll give them a full five stars. read more

Mamma Rosa's - Pepperoni Calzone - Italian Near Me - Cookeville, Tennessee

I ordered a lasagna dish to go for my Thanksgiving party and it was on time and fantastic. Great Italian food right here in Cookeville .

We ordered pizza was good not as good as Chicago pizza but not bad for the area. The antipasto salad was big fresh and delicious.

Everything went well! Delicious food. Cute interior. Friendly service. We will be back.

Got a delicious pizza here. Mushrooms and onions, vegetarian. It was delicious! Ordered to go, did not take too long on a Saturday night. We will be back here! read more

Definitely where we as a ladies night group like to get together. The food is good the servers are prompt and the noise is low.

This place was great and everyone in my party enjoyed it. They were super friendly and accommodating. read more

Best Italian in Cookeville! The food is unbelievable. Atmosphere is really nice.The owners are wonderful!

This place is sooo good! A little bit on the pricey side but if you're in the market for some hearty flavorful Italian food, this is your spot! I ordered the Stromboli with spinach mushroom and meatballs. It was great the day of and even better for lunch the next day! read more

Stopped here for lunch, heard about the pizza. I'm not really into soft soggy crusts. The sausage is bland, the sauce itself was good, nice and light flavored. IMO the slice was a great size but also not hot enough for me. It seems like it's been sitting under a tepid lamp. The salads were fresh and the dressings tasty. This place is clean and spacious. We got here and we're seated right away but then were sort of ignored for a long time. There was only one other table of 2 here. I'm going to give this place one more try. read more