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There are many Italian Restaurants in San Luis Obispo, but if you’re looking for a truly authentic Italian dining experience, then you should consider Mama’s Meatball Restaurant. Rated among the best San Luis Obispo restaurants, Mama’s Meatball uses the freshest, quality ingredients grown locally to create some of the most outstanding dishes you could find in San Luis Obispo eateries. For your convenience, Mama’s Meatball offers dine-in, takeout and delivery service. Mama’s Meatball is one of the few restaurants near Mission San Luis Obispo, and a block away from hotels in downtown San Luis Obispo to offer private dining options and banquet accommodations for corporate parties and family celebrations. Click here to request a quote for yo…
Cozy, family-run eatery & caterer serving traditional Italian dishes, including pizza & many pastas.
Hours
| Saturday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 570 Higuera St Ste 130, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone: (805) 544-0861
Website: https://www.mamasmeatball.com/
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Mama’s Meatball is an extraordinary Italian restaurant & full service catering company in San Luis Obispo, CA. Open daily 11-9. Full take-out menu.
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E T
I went to Mama’s meatball for lunch and I really liked it. One of the reasons we picked it is that they have a fairly wide range of items, and Osso bucco is one of my favorite Italian dishes.
There was more than enough food, and I left some room for dessert. The tiramisu was good, even though the waitress makes it for you right at your table, which is pretty cool.
I got cannoli, but I’ve had better (Romolo’s in San Mateo is it). The biggest issue was that the shell of the cannolo contains cinnamon and I can’t stand that stuff. The filling was alright, but if I go there again, I’ll get the tiramisu or something else like the bomba.
… moreThere was more than enough food, and I left some room for dessert. The tiramisu was good, even though the waitress makes it for you right at your table, which is pretty cool.
I got cannoli, but I’ve had better (Romolo’s in San Mateo is it). The biggest issue was that the shell of the cannolo contains cinnamon and I can’t stand that stuff. The filling was alright, but if I go there again, I’ll get the tiramisu or something else like the bomba.
Meagan McCall
I recommend making a reservation for Mama’s Meatball on Higuera Street in advance, as it’s one of the top three best Italian restaurants in San Luis Obispo and can get quite busy (we saw people being told that they wouldn’t be able to sit without a reservation on a Friday night). They start you off with complimentary garlic knots that are delicious and help hold you over before the main course arrives. I loved coming to Mama’s Meatball in college, and I’m glad it is still around!
If you’re both gluten free and lactose intolerant, they are able to accommodate both! I went with the Spaghetti Bolognese ($18) with gluten free noodles (+$5) and custom added goat cheese (+$3). The online menu was outdated by $2 regarding the gluten free upcharge, but I was still so excited that they have GOOD gluten free noodles.
Pollo Pesto Lasagna ($23) is a clever creamy twist on both traditional lasagna and pesto pasta. I’ve never even seen anytime this before.
There is a small parking lot in the back, but if that’s full there is plenty of street parking available. You can’t see the restaurant from the street, as it’s in the middle of a mini-piazza at the end of the main street (Highuera) of Downtown SLO. Our server Cosmio was very nice, and I have always felt the hospitality here is great. There’s also a small discount if you pay with cash with a very unique interior design.
In case you’re curious, my personal top 3 favorite Italian restaurants in SLO are: Café Roma, Mama’s Meatball, and Giuseppe’s Cucina.
… moreIf you’re both gluten free and lactose intolerant, they are able to accommodate both! I went with the Spaghetti Bolognese ($18) with gluten free noodles (+$5) and custom added goat cheese (+$3). The online menu was outdated by $2 regarding the gluten free upcharge, but I was still so excited that they have GOOD gluten free noodles.
Pollo Pesto Lasagna ($23) is a clever creamy twist on both traditional lasagna and pesto pasta. I’ve never even seen anytime this before.
There is a small parking lot in the back, but if that’s full there is plenty of street parking available. You can’t see the restaurant from the street, as it’s in the middle of a mini-piazza at the end of the main street (Highuera) of Downtown SLO. Our server Cosmio was very nice, and I have always felt the hospitality here is great. There’s also a small discount if you pay with cash with a very unique interior design.
In case you’re curious, my personal top 3 favorite Italian restaurants in SLO are: Café Roma, Mama’s Meatball, and Giuseppe’s Cucina.
Christopher Payne
What a delightful restaurant! Our Waiter, Jaime, is such a professional, very friendly and thoughtful person. The atmosphere was perfect for time with close friends, dates or just to Treat Yourself. And the Food was refreshing delightful and fresh, great quality ingredients. Someone shared their salad with me and even though I dislike beats, theirs was sweet and flavorful. Their Mac and Cheese with braised short ribs now has become my Deathrow last meal ( so if I ever was on Deathrow, I want this to be my last meal and what a way to go ). Such a beautiful hidden gem.
… morePicki
The waiter was excellent. He was super busy but took very good cared of us. The food came out hot and was delicious. Best dish was the eggplant parm app. The bruschetta was devine. The table made tiramisu was outstanding. The salads were just ok. I was a little disappointed because they were small and just not that great. That was the only item/situation I wasn’t really happy about.
… moreN S
Truly a local gem of a restaurant….we recently had an extended family get-together for dinner, and chose Mama’s Meatball for their delicious Italian food. We had a comfortable table near the back. Service was great — very attentive, helpful and accommodating staff, and they were on top of everything. Our server was super nice and helpful, and even though the restaurant was completely full by the time our food arrived, she still made sure we got the same level of service as if we were the on,y guests there.
The owner came by to ensure everything was good, and we had a very nice conversation with him about the restaurant, and two other local restaurants he also owns. He was very welcoming and made us feel at home.
Overall, all the food was amazingly fresh and delicious — pure Italian goodness, especially the wide range of different pastas (all so good!)….and, of course, the meatballs…sooooo yummy!). There seemed to be plenty of choices for everyone, even the picky eaters among us.
The ambiance was great — welcoming and comfortable, and felt like a trattoria or cafe. We didn’t feel rushed in the slightest, despite the restaurant getting quite full by the time we left.
Overall, Mama’s Meatballs is truly a great experience, and is amongst my all-time favorite restaurants in SLO county. Highly recommended!
… moreThe owner came by to ensure everything was good, and we had a very nice conversation with him about the restaurant, and two other local restaurants he also owns. He was very welcoming and made us feel at home.
Overall, all the food was amazingly fresh and delicious — pure Italian goodness, especially the wide range of different pastas (all so good!)….and, of course, the meatballs…sooooo yummy!). There seemed to be plenty of choices for everyone, even the picky eaters among us.
The ambiance was great — welcoming and comfortable, and felt like a trattoria or cafe. We didn’t feel rushed in the slightest, despite the restaurant getting quite full by the time we left.
Overall, Mama’s Meatballs is truly a great experience, and is amongst my all-time favorite restaurants in SLO county. Highly recommended!
amelie b.
The waiter Jamie(I think) helped me and my girlfriend and we think he was amazing. Not only that but the seafood pasta i got was DELICIOUS! Anyways Jamie made the whole experience a 10/10, give him a raise!
… moreScott Hancher
My wife and I were looking for a quick, nutritious bite on driving through SLO. I wasn’t optimistic that an Italian Restaurant would fit the bill, but this quaint sized DDD business served some very tasty salads, and we couldn’t refuse trying their tasty meatballs as a side.
… moreAnn Nguyen
We were passing through town with the kids and decided to have lunch here. Located in a cute little town and open plaza. We ordered the bruschetta and capellini pasta. Food was excellent and the server was friendly too. we decided to get the crème brûlée too, to top
it iff. It was to die for!
… moreit iff. It was to die for!
Susana Grills
We had our first experience at Mama’s Meatballs earlier this week. We did not know what we were going to expect walking in but boy were we happy we stumbled across this local gem! We were surprised at the wonderful customer service and quality of food that we received. The staff was very welcoming and knowledgeable in menu and wine selections and guided us in the right direction. We had chicken fettuccine and lasagna along with the calamari appetizer and Caesar salad finished with an order of freshly made cannolis. Oh! And a bowl of their homemade garlic bread bites! You want some of those for sure! Don’t be surprised at how quickly you become addicted to those delicious bites of doughy goodness! Melt in your mouth good! The food was 10 out of 10 excellent fresh quality ingredients with amazing taste and flavor. Wines were a great selection and paired wonderfully with our meal. We started off with a glass of Pinot Grigio and Sauvignon Blanc. Which paired perfectly with our calamari appetizer that was served with homemade marinara and house tartar sauce. Our entrees were delicious! My fettuccine Alfredo with grilled chicken was super good! The lasagna was so flavorful and not too pasta heavy. We paired our main entrees with a glass of Tolosa Pinot Noir and Lone Madrone Syrah. The cannolis were the best that I’ve ever had!
Kudos to the team at Mama’s Meatballs for a job well done! We look forward to seeing you again soon! Dying to try their pasta carbonara and a pizza! Thank you Damien and Kursat for a memorable experience! You two were so welcoming and it honestly made all the difference! What a beautiful touch to an amazing dinner! 10/10 a must try!
… moreKudos to the team at Mama’s Meatballs for a job well done! We look forward to seeing you again soon! Dying to try their pasta carbonara and a pizza! Thank you Damien and Kursat for a memorable experience! You two were so welcoming and it honestly made all the difference! What a beautiful touch to an amazing dinner! 10/10 a must try!
Bailey P
Went here to celebrate a birthday. Inside is nice with mood lighting. We got complimentary bread which was delicious. We also ordered bruchetta bread it was the best I have ever had. Our waiter was very nice and made our experience. For our main course we had penne salmon, gnocchi in a nest and lamb. All were wonderful! Highly recommend this place. Waiter went above and beyond to make sure my sister felt special on her bday. She asked him to surprise her with the free dessert flavors. He did not disappoint!
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