Mama Mia Trattoria

4.5 (1826)

$30 and under

Contemporary Italian

439 SW 2nd Ave (Downtown), Portland, OR 97204

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2 people

Jun 17, 2025

8:00 p.m.

Booked 17 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem

When you step through the doors of Mama Mia Trattoria, you've taken a step back in time to a traditional Italian kitchen where everything is made from scratch, including our mozzarella cheese, fresh pastas, sauces, and our scrumptious desserts. We are committed to providing the highest quality food and service and spare absolutely no expense when using the best local products and sustainable resources available. Our old school classic Italian food, like that offered at the finest restaurants in “Little Italy’s” across the United States. Our guarantee is to exceed your expectations.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian, Comfort Food, Italian
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Lunch Sat, Sun 1:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(503) 295-6464
Website
http://mamamiatrattoria.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Rebecca Rayonez
Private party facilities
Host your next gathering in our semi-private space or private dining room. We can accommodate private events with 15-100 guests.

Location
439 SW 2nd Ave (Downtown), Portland, OR 97204
Neighbourhood
Downtown
Cross Street
SW Washington Street
Parking details
Tons of street parking available along with 4 pay-to-park lots directly across the street from the restaurant. 1 block from Smart Park (3rd & Alder) <br /><br />
Public transit
Conveniently located 2 blocks from MAX line - 1st & Oak stop and 5th & Oak stop
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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CalamariUS$13.75
Hand-breaded & lightly fried & served with a spicy tomato-basil sauce & smoked paprika aioli
Fried ZucchiniUS$9.50
Basket of Garlic BreadUS$7.00
Local Pearl Bakery baguette baked with fresh garlic, butter, and fresh herbs
Fried MozzarellaUS$11.75
Housemade mozzarella with fresh basil, lightly breaded and golden fried, served with our fresh Pomodoro sauce
Clams & or MusselsUS$16.00
1/2 lb. steamed Puget Sound blue mussels and/or Manila clams in house-made garlic, fresh herbs & white wine sauce
MinestroneUS$6.50
Italian classic vegetable soup topped with pecorino Romano cheese

Entree Salads

House SaladUS$9.50
Organic mixed greens, grape tomatoes, shaved red onions, ricotta Salata cheese & candied pecans tossed in our balsamic vinaigrette
Blackened Shrimp CaesarUS$17.00
Our classic Caesar salad topped with five shrimp with house blend blackening spices
Classic CaesarUS$9.50
Whole leaf romaine, shaved parmesan, Reggiano & housemade croutons
Warm Spinach SaladUS$15.00
Pancetta, roasted bell peppers, red onions, toasted walnuts, & goat cheese tossed in a champagne vinaigrette

Pasta

Lasagna ClassicoUS$17.00
Five layers of fresh pasta with ground beef, mozzarella, provolone, ricotta and parmesan & topped with Pomodoro sauce
Spaghetti and MeatballUS$17.00
Tossed with housemade Pomodoro sauce and topped with housemade pork and beef meatball
Fettuccini AlfredoUS$16.00
Fettuccini tossed in a parmigiana Reggiano garlic cream sauce
Seafood PastaUS$18.00
Fettuccini with prawns, sea scallops, mussels, clams, calamari and pacific white fish tossed in a classic white wine shellfish reduction with fresh herbs
Pasta PomodoroUS$16.00
Spaghetti tossed with house made pomodoro sauce, sautéed onions, tomatoes, and fresh basil
ManicottiUS$16.00
Three fresh pasta filled with ricotta, mozzarella & parmesan cheeses, rolled & topped with housemade Pomodoro sauce
Penne BroccoliUS$16.00
Penne Pasta made with broccoli florets, sautéed with garlic, olive oil, Calabrian chilis and roasted bell peppers
Baked Mac & CheeseUS$17.00
Tillamook white cheddar and fresh basil topped with panko and baked until golden brown
Fettuccini BologneseUS$17.00
House-made a meat sauce with a touch of cream
Capellini PuttanescaUS$17.00
Artichokes, capers, garlic, shallots, olives, & anchovies tossed with a zesty tomato sauce
Pasta SpecialUS$11.00
Changes daily. Ask your server what Mama's cooking!

Pizza

MargheritaUS$14.75
Housemade mozzarella, grape tomatoes & fresh basil
Pesto PizzaUS$16.00
Roasted cherry tomatoes, crispy pancetta, artichoke hearts, and mozzarella cheese
Mama's Vegan PizzaUS$16.00
Vegan sausage, Arrabiata sauce, topped with crispy kale
Goat Cheese PizzaUS$16.00
Prosciutto, roasted garlic puree, olive oil, goat cheese, & olives topped with fresh arugula and shaved parmesan

What 1,826 people are saying

Mama Mia Trattoria reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.3Service
4.4Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Portland
Child-friendly
Portland
Good for groups
Portland
Healthy
Portland
Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Mama Mia Trattoria offers a delightful Italian dining experience with a "friendly and attentive" atmosphere. Known for "exceptional gluten-free options," this Portland favorite impresses with "delicious traditional dishes," including standout garlic bread and tiramisu. While service experiences may vary, the restaurant remains a "Portland treasure" for many, ideal for celebrations and casual outings alike.

1,826 Reviews

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Dianne VIP
Phoenix / Arizona91 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is the Italian we all wanted. Like Mama or Grandma made. Table for eight in a well designed corner celebrating a family event. Lovely service from Michelle and entrees that were delicious , well presented, and very tasty. Loved our starter calamari … crispy tentacles, tender squid with two tasty sauces. Several people loved the Bolognese. I had fabulous Saltimbocca. Husband loved his cioppino. Zeppole dessert was a huge hit.
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Mary-Beth
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined on June 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The wait staff and hostess were welcoming and made our pre- high school graduation and 8th grade middle school promotion celebration dinner very special!!
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Mikki
Hawaii1 review
3.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
I visited this restaurant for a special mom-and-daughter date and, unfortunately, the service left much to be desired. Our server was largely inattentive, checking in only minimally, and our water glasses remained empty until after we had finished our meal. While the food itself was enjoyable and worth returning for, I would likely opt for takeout in the future rather than dining in. It was hard not to notice the stark contrast in service at the table next to us, which received constant attention—perhaps they were regulars or had a personal connection to the staff. Had we received even a fraction of that level of care, my impression might have been quite different.
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michael
Las Vegas8 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 26, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We got a table just as they were closing at 8p. The staff was fantastic - accommodating and reassuring us there was no need to rush. Thank you! The food was good, but not noteworthy. Definitely average Italian fare with good portions. The artichoke appetizer was just okay. Classics like chicken Parmesan and fettuccine Alfredo were typical. Kids meal came with a huge vanilla ice cream sundae. Too big for kid to finish but a nice bonus.
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Leanella
Hawaii4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Mama Mia is one of our favorite restaurants. We were celebrating our 26th Anniversary with dear friends! They sent sparkly to our table, the meals were exceptional and the waitress was pleasant and very accommodating. Thank you again for the wonderful dining experience.
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Charles
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on May 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Friendly service, quick and delicious food! Thank you!
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Cheyenne
Seattle / Eastern Washington3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience!!!!!!! Absolutely wonderful and our server was awesome!
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Debra VIP
Portland / Oregon20 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent attention and service by wait staff. Food delicious.
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nancy VIP
Portland / Oregon29 reviews
2.0
Dined on May 12, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Mother’s Day at 5:15. The receptionist seemed stressed. We ordered lasagna, cioppino, saltimbocca and garlic bread. After 30 min we asked another server to check on our order. The lasagna was a nice size portion with plenty of sauce, very good. The fish in the Cioppino was dry, only 1 1/2 scallops, a few clams and calimari that wasn’t thoroughly cooked. Overall it was OK. We’d like to try it again on a slower night.
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Melia VIP
California Central Coast3 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Went on Mother’s Day so it was busy and that might have played into our experience. Food was fine but not as good as I remember it being, we were brought the wrong order for one of our dishes and our salad was completely left off our order. Sadly both items were for the same person. Our server was apologetic which is always nice. Overall mixed with the bright white atmosphere (we remembered it being more dark and cozy) I don’t think I’d go back.
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FAQs

Mama Mia Trattoria does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Mama Mia Trattoria also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (503) 295-6464.

Mama Mia Trattoria is rated 4.5 stars by 1826 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 17, 2025

8:00 p.m.

Booked 17 times today

439 SW 2nd Ave (Downtown), Portland, OR 97204

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
SW Washington Street
Neighbourhood
Downtown
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Lunch Sat, Sun 1:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–8:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian, Comfort Food, Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Tons of street parking available along with 4 pay-to-park lots directly across the street from the restaurant. 1 block from Smart Park (3rd & Alder) <br /><br />
Public transit
Conveniently located 2 blocks from MAX line - 1st & Oak stop and 5th & Oak stop
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Rebecca Rayonez
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://mamamiatrattoria.com/
Phone number
(503) 295-6464
Private party facilities
Host your next gathering in our semi-private space or private dining room. We can accommodate private events with 15-100 guests.

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Mama Mia Trattoria

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

100 Portland Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Starters

CalamariUS$13.75

Fried ZucchiniUS$9.50

Basket of Garlic BreadUS$7.00

Fried MozzarellaUS$11.75

Clams & or MusselsUS$16.00

MinestroneUS$6.50

Entree Salads

House SaladUS$9.50

Blackened Shrimp CaesarUS$17.00

Classic CaesarUS$9.50

Warm Spinach SaladUS$15.00

Pasta

Lasagna ClassicoUS$17.00

Spaghetti and MeatballUS$17.00

Fettuccini AlfredoUS$16.00

Seafood PastaUS$18.00

Pasta PomodoroUS$16.00

ManicottiUS$16.00

Penne BroccoliUS$16.00

Baked Mac & CheeseUS$17.00

Fettuccini BologneseUS$17.00

Capellini PuttanescaUS$17.00

Pasta SpecialUS$11.00

Pizza

MargheritaUS$14.75

Pesto PizzaUS$16.00

Mama's Vegan PizzaUS$16.00

Goat Cheese PizzaUS$16.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

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Dining areas

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