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Discover the essence of Italian dining at MAMA Oakland, one of the best restaurants in Oakland, located at 388 Grand Avenue. Our Michelin-recognized kitchen blends Italian-American comfort food with modern sophistication. Enjoy a curated 3-course prix fixe menu featuring some of the best pasta in town, paired with one of the best wine lists in Oakland. Whether you’re searching for Italian food near me or a memorable night out, MAMA offers a warm, family-style atmosphere that keeps locals and visitors coming back. Reserve your seat today for an unforgettable experience.
A modern, welcoming nook serving seasonally minded, three-course Italian dinners & thoughtful wines.
Hours
| Friday | 5–10 PM |
| Saturday | 5–10 PM |
| Sunday | 5–9 PM |
| Monday | 5–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 5–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 388 Grand Ave, Oakland, CA 94610
Phone: (510) 974-6372
Website: https://mama-oakland.com/
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Reservations: mama-oakland.comresy.com
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Reservations – MAMA Oakland
388 Grand Ave. Oakland, CA 94610. Call or Text: 510-974-6372.
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R J
Amateur hour, how they ever got on the Michelin list is truly a puzzling question. Been to several Michelin list/star places and there is just no way this place remotely would reflect that accomplishment. So, don’t let that dictate your visit. But… if you must try it make sure to check website for prefix menu of the day, there is NO à la carte. There is also no alcohol except for a very extensive list of Italian wines, I will say the one and only Pinot Noir was excellent and so was the Sorgente Prosecco. Be prepared to pay the mandatory 24% gratuity (which I am not opposed to) but the service is on par with an Applebees (maybe worst?). They get your full order when you get there and nobody comes to ask if you need anything extra or “how was the food” AND you box your own “to go” box, which I do not mind doing BUT I would like for someone to offer to do it so I can say “no thank you” or “yes please”. Within 10 seconds of finishing dessert you immediately see them as they ask for payment yet have no interest to ask about your experience.
The food… I would say it was good comparable to any decent Italian restaurant but far from amazing. The best thing was the focaccia bread and the sauce on the meatballs, other than that mediocre at best.
Interior decor, we had a beautiful mid-century chandelier full of dust above our table, plastic plants, battery operated candles and as soon as you walk in there is this unappealing table with buckets, napkins and dishes ( please buy a nice vintage wooden cabinet to hide all that stuff) and don’t even get me started on the curtains behind it.
Sad to say, it’s a miss. We will not be back and do not recommend.
… moreThe food… I would say it was good comparable to any decent Italian restaurant but far from amazing. The best thing was the focaccia bread and the sauce on the meatballs, other than that mediocre at best.
Interior decor, we had a beautiful mid-century chandelier full of dust above our table, plastic plants, battery operated candles and as soon as you walk in there is this unappealing table with buckets, napkins and dishes ( please buy a nice vintage wooden cabinet to hide all that stuff) and don’t even get me started on the curtains behind it.
Sad to say, it’s a miss. We will not be back and do not recommend.
Peyton Harris
This may be the greatest restaurant in the entire world! You wouldn’t know it just by walking or driving by, but this Michelin star establishment has some of the best food in the entire world! And, it’s a three course meal, but it is extremely accessible in terms of price. The staff are incredible, and the environment is very welcoming and cozy. We literally go here to celebrate every major event in our lives (anniversaries, birthdays, you name it). Don’t sleep on MAMA!
… moreFoodie_IN_Making
Mama stays winning.
Exceptional prix-fixe dinner with some of the most thoughtful wine pairings I’ve had in a long time. It’s cozy, authentic, and perfectly executed. Pro tip: Book your table well in advance!
… moreExceptional prix-fixe dinner with some of the most thoughtful wine pairings I’ve had in a long time. It’s cozy, authentic, and perfectly executed. Pro tip: Book your table well in advance!
Massimo Costetti
Every dish managed to be both surprising and deeply comforting. The apple–leek–pork belly soup was layered and elegant, and the truffle tagliolini with egg yolk was just amazing: rich, creamy, and intensely flavorful without ever feeling heavy. Sitting at the chef’s counter was fun and impressive to watch the precision and care behind each plate. Service was attentive throughout. Looking forward to coming back and seeing where the next menu goes.
… moreDamon Tighe
Excellent set meals with an extensive and very tempting wine list. Service was spectacular. We sat outside which we enjoyed due to the cool fall air and low noise. Inside has a nice atmosphere but be ready to compete with everyone else’s conversations.
Highly recommend reservations
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Renuka S
We opted this restaurant to celebrate my birthday and I am so glad we did. They have a 3 course fixed menu with few add on options. Even though they have such limited options, they ensure that every dietary restriction can be met with the available options. We started with the add on herbed focaccia bread which was served with mascarpone cheese and a house made jam. The bread was just perfectly baked and flavoured. We loved it. For the appetizer course we had chicken soup with butternut squash pieces. This was also a very well balanced dish and we loved it. For the main course we had a mushroom risotto and pesto pasta with ragu sauce. The risotto was delicious with a drizzle of truffle oil. The ragu sauce in pesto pasta added a very good flavor and my husband enjoyed it. He also ordered their famous meatballs and loved them. The portion sizes for the three course meal are enough to fill you up. We had to take the meatballs leftovers togo. For the dessert we had almond cake and espresso budino. Both the deserts were not overly sweet and had perfect balance. Overall we had a great experience and we will be looking forward to their new menu to go back and try it again.
… moreMinara El-Rahman
The homemade pasta is better than the pasta I had in Italy! So delicious and fresh. The service was impeccable and everyone worked together like a well oiled machine. I feel like the ambiance is a little too cozy, I wish the tables and seating was more comfortable.
… morejules kragen
There was a lot about mama that should merit four star or five star experience. Reasonably priced with a great Wine list. So what went wrong? We arrived at 6 o’clock and we’re seated outside. throughout of the meal we were rushed through every course. The worst was the main where they attempted to clear our plates three or four times by different people before we had finished. Wine glasses were routinely filled while still half full. And the general sense was they wanted you out of there which they did to us by 715. I understand the need to have many seatings but if you’re gonna have a 6 o’clock reservation an hour and 15 minutes is not enough to enjoy dinner. I would also add that the main course ravioli Sugo was very tomato driven after the waiter explained to me that it was primarily meat and not very acidic. It was. Other courses were delicious especially the appetizers. Thid could’ve been averted if they had warned us, and we would not have made the reservation.
… moreLaura Gamble
Have never had a miss even though the menu changes frequently. I have been coming here for five years with some regularity and truly always enjoy it. The wine list has some of the most thoughtful descriptions I’ve ever seen (and great options).
… morePreetham Eranki
We were a party of 2 and had dinner as part of Resy Reservations. The menu is extremely limited given that is fixed. And being pure vegetarians, the options are essentially just 1 entree and 1 pasta. So, food is small portions but overall good value for $43. With taxes and everything $60 per person is slightly high, but okay. Wish there was minimum a pizza or more.
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