Ashleigh Brandel
Upon walking it’s not very welcoming BUT we stayed anyway. The service was amazing! Food was even better! Would definitely recommend the chicken Alfredo! Serving size was enough to share. We were even invited back to their karaoke night. This is Friday nights I believe it starts at 8! Good fun. They made great efforts to make us feel welcomed and the alcohol wasn’t the best but it was a good time.
… moreAmy
We all enjoyed our food. We all got something different- Pizza, Pasta and a burger…..and were all happy and said we would come back again. Great draft beer prices too!
The only thing we noticed as we walked in was a slight smell of cigarette smoke. Did not see anyone smoking but was still in the air perhaps from the outdoor area off of the bar.
… moregretchen hanson
We ended up being stuck here during a winter storm. Spent a couple days at the Hampton Inn across the street. The people at Mama Rita’s were warm and friendly and could not have been more lovely.Justin and Carey were incredible. They made us feel like we were at home and loved and part of a community. I’ve been in the hospitality industry for 30 years and can I just say they surpassed every expectation that I’ve ever had for hosts. Justin was just phenomenal and Carey was right there with him. I’ve been in five star hotels but I’ve never felt half as welcome as they made me feel To be clear, it’s a very typical dive bar with very typical food but they went so far and above beyond what was necessary that it rates and surpasses the five star review.. kudos to the team here. They are actually what makes the hospitality world what iSHOULD be. Never had a better experience nor been so warmly welcomed. Never been so desirous of coming back to the same place again.. Petersburg, Virginia is just a wide space in the road, but well worthy of a stop to go to this little dive bar. Simply for the experience of meeting these people. Salt of the earth. God‘s people. THEY ARE EXTRAORDINARY.
… moreAustin Kent
Just finishing dinner here as a weary traveler. Showed up an hour to close with an objective to be expedient. Food came out timely. Very much enjoyed the lasagna.
Justin at the bar could read my hurry and told me to take my time and enjoy my beer, which was the exact right thing to say, haha.
A gent came around and asked if I had any song requests, but I was vibing with the throwbacks, ACDC era stuff. Really just enjoyed the atmosphere and appreciated the staff’s measures to keep me comfortable.
Very much recommend for a nice evening!
… moreMelissa Johnson
The food and service was awesome. They had gluten free pizza and pasta options that I really appreciated. This seems to be a local place that has been around for a while. Highly recommend the wings and gluten free Margarita pizza.
… moreBob Davis
I visit from Florida and usually enjoy dining here yearly since I stay at the hotel next door but this visit was absolutely disgusting. I even had to wait 20 minutes to be seated and the service was terrible. The waitress was pleasant but her hands were shaky and I can tell she’d been smoking as she didn’t wash her hands after coming inside. She smelled heavily of cigarettes and alcohol. I ordered Buffalo wings and I noticed that they were extremely undercooked and had to be sent back. The fries were good but this was unacceptable. I have never experienced service like this and I will not be returning. It’s a shame, this place used to be so much better.
… moreLeah Nunnally
Whomever slaps it their pizzas does fantastic job! First slice i picked up it didn’t droop at all! Very good dough consistency and flavorful pizza!
… moreMark Washburn
Was seated and told waitress would be with us immediately. After about 10 minutes, our waitress came and took our drink order. She brought us our drinks quickly and then took our orders. After that she completely disappeared. We waited for over half an hour, no food and no waitress. Finally, we just left. Absolutely terrible service. I will avoid this place in the future
… moreKenneth Koch
Driving from Atlanta to NYC and stopped here for the night. Comfort Inn check in recommended this restaurant. For $11 I got a large perfectly cooked cheeseburger and large pile of crispy fries. Excellent Choice!
… moreMisty Riddle
Cozy atmosphere, the best lasagna I’ve ever had and a portion so large I’ll probably eat from it 3 times! Friendly staff!
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