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Mama's Meatball, San Luis Obispo, CA

Mama's Meatball

4.7
4.7
1045 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
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 your next private event. Check Out Charity Water! https://www.charitywater.org/mamas-meatball

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 8 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (805) 544-0861
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Nicola Allegretta
  • Catering
    Mama's Meatball is offering a full service catering as well you can order off our party platter the perfect resolution to any occasion check in our website for more informations
  • Private party facilities
    We are offering privet dining for any size party for any occasion please email mamasmeatball@gmail.com or call 8055440861 for more informations
  • Neighborhood
    San Luis Obispo
  • Cross street
    Nipomo St.
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 1,045 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Best Overall

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Best Food

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Best Value

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Healthy

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Neighborhood gem

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Most Booked

1,045 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Frankfurt

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    Great food but the restaurant was extremely crowded and noisy. Also the table was too small for our party size and too crowded with unnecessary decorations

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service at a reasonable price. Love that we had the ability to make a reservation for our party of 6.

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  3. MistyMarie

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic service and food! It was a real treat for us!

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  4. LovesGoodFood

    Central Coast

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent dinner for Thanksgiving! Especially good for my gluten-free requirements. We go every year for Thanksgiving and it's always great!

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  5. DeeL

    Central Coast

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Came here with my Uncle, who’s 92 and we’re promptly seated in a cozy spot! The restaurant was quiet at our Res time so it was perfect and the menu offered was simple and our Turkey dinner was absolutely perfect! Nice moist white and dark meat in a lovely sauce along with fresh green beans and baby carrots and a cute pyramid of white rice, possibly basmati but super fluffy and delish! Shared a nice bottle of local wine, Tolosa Chardonnay was perfectly paired with our entrees! Service was relaxed and expertly delivered and our waitress was super friendly and attentive! We will absolutely be back with more friends and family, So thankful for this expertly prepared holiday meal, made our day just perfect!!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    It was a busy holiday night, so the service was quite slow. The food was quite good.

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  7. Goodvalue

    Los Angeles

    117 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    117 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Overall very good. Excellent friendly and timely service. The meatballs has very a great consistency but the tomato sauce was a bit bland. Had the sirloin in pasta that a unique presentation and very tasty. Caesar salad was spot on. Large portions of the pastas and reasonable prices.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    Service was average. The host took awhile to seat us when the place was pretty empty. The waiter just took our orders and was not very friendly. The servers that provided food were extremely nice. The waiter didn’t ask if we wanted dessert and when we did order the tiramisu. It was not a tiramisu. He came with 3 ladyfingers in a dish, pour cold coffee and some whipped cream with chocolate on top. That is not a tiramisu. If you are out, say so. Don’t serve us something and pretend and try to put on a show.

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  9. Bendfam

    Hawaii

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food and service. Linguine with shrimp is amazing. Will be back!!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were passing through SLO, and looking for just the right place for lunch and boy did we find it! What a great time we had with our dog at Mama’s for lunch yesterday! Our waiter and Madeline were so sweet and attentive. Can’t believe it was Madeline’s first day … She really did a great job!  I have to tell you, your salad, meatball Panini, and meatball side were amazing! The gelato was also really good. Our puppy Greta could not get enough of the meatballs … you made the old girl very very happy! We had a great time, and we thank you all for your hospitality!  John, Betsy and Greta the dog

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The best Italian restaurant and the owners son came to our table to talk with us. Great food,service and amazing garlic rolls!

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  12. Newtothis

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great table for 8, super waiter and tasty food. Made for a memorable get together. Will definitely be back!

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  13. AlanG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time here food was amazing service was great seemed like the owner took lots of pride into his work the place looked beautiful definitely coming again

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  14. SLOlife

    Central Coast

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Delicious family dinner all the way from beet salad to the bomba for dessert. Yum! 

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely dinner. Delicious food and excellent service from Jeremiah.

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  16. GailG

    Central Coast

    109 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    109 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service. Our waiter was fantastic.

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  17. 1PasoFoodie

    Orange County

    65 reviews

    5.0

    65 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Tried some new dishes & they were all terrific! Presentation of the Calamari was nice & dipping sauces excellent. Max our server was a hoot & provided excellent service. Looking forward to returning soon.

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    Manitoba

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved it! Everything we ordered was perfect. Great server and the owner came to chat as well.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food and amazing service! 10/10 recommend the meatballs!!!

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  20. JenniferB

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food! Great service. So relaxing. Everything is really tasty.

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  21. Chasity

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was amazing and service was excellent!!!

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  22. FreddieW

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great experience! Everything is always perfect!

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  23. LisaB

    Exclusive

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Great waiter and excellent meatballs. Wines was nice too.

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  24. MichaelM

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious, service was excellent. Took my CalPoly granddaughter and she was excited to return with friends,

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  25. JonL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time, had the Spinach/Ricotta Ravioli and my wife had the Eggplant Parmigiana Rigatoni. Both were great. Definitely on our list of Good Restaurants in SLO. Nice atmosphere.

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  26. Laurieh

    Los Angeles

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 9, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Thankfully we had reservations we were seated at a small table in the back next to the door to the bathroom and a large party. Service was slow due to it being busy but it lightened up around 7. The waiter was very nice and apologized for the delay. He each had a glass of wine both good - bruschetta starter delicious my husband had the chicken Marsala and ate every bite. I had the ciopinno and I’m usually a fan but for me it was a bit over cooked and the whole shrimp was not deveined - became kind of a mess and the bread is super garlicky - but the baby bread balls delicious. Would definitely go again and try something different.

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  27. Carol

    Orange County

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    The outstanding service at Mama's Meatball was a highlight. The waiters were very friendly and prompt and the ambiance was lively. The food was good and the servings generous. Good choice for a mid-level dinner - we will return!

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  28. LoriB

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 1, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    We had 6 entries 5 appetizers wine and bread everything was good but the cioppino should of been more sauce than stew with more fresh veggies but still good definitely would go back

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  29. PaulM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The restraunt did a great job..........................................

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  30. DeborahB

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall1food3service1ambience4
    We were a party of 6 for a birthday dinner. It took the wait person 1/2 hour to take our order. My husband's food (the birthday boy) never showed up. The kitchen didn't see his order on the ticket. It took another 1/2 hour for his food to arrive. The restaurant OWNER who was there that night never came over to personally apologize. We are locals. We will never eat there again.

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  31. JenellB

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time eating at Mama’s Meatballs! I had Mac And Cheese with short ribs with gluten-free pasta! Delicious! Great service and lived the ambiance. I will be back!

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  32. JohnM

    Los Angeles

    23 reviews

    3.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on September 21, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    It was good — nothing spectacular. Portion size acceptable.

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Tahoe

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food! Wonderful experience and amazing people! Couldn’t be happier!

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  34. RobertN

    San Francisco

    47 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Visited San Luis Obispo and wanted to try Mama's Meatball. Went in to the Old Creamery Mall (newly renovated) and enjoyed the ambiance of the restaurant. The Garlic Bread Knots were fresh out of the oven and were very good! We split a Pera (Pear Salad) which was delicious, and my wife had the Sandabs. I had the Spaghetti Meatball and we both enjoyed our meals. For dessert, we shared the Raspberry Sorbet. Our server Jeremiah was very cordial and accomodating to our needs. A pleasant dining experience!

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall3food5service4ambience4
    The lack of available parking makes this restaurant one to avoid. You just can’t get there! The food was excellent and the service acceptable.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We loved our Devore Cosmo, he made Our experience the 5 star

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  37. CathyA

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This restaurant felt like Authentic Italian...a great find. They staff was very friendly and the the food was delicious! I will definitely go back!

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  38. SarahC

    Central Coast

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Staff and restaurant owners were friendly. Calamari, meatballs and tiramisu were exceptional

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  39. RichardR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were very pleased with our dinners. Everyone had a different item and we all shared bites of spagetti and meatballs, ravioli, chicken lasagna. Every dish was excellent. We also enjoyed our soups.

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  40. Diana

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent meal- authentic Italian cuisine. I’ve never seen Tiramisu made at table side service- fresh and delicious. Recommend highly.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Mama's Meatball using the Order Online button. Mama's Meatball also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (805) 544-0861.

Mama's Meatball is rated 4.7 stars by 1045 OpenTable diners.

Mama's Meatball does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 8 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Mama's Meatball

570 Higuera St Ste 130, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Nipomo St.
  • Neighborhood
    San Luis Obispo
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Nicola Allegretta
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (805) 544-0861
  • Catering
    Mama's Meatball is offering a full service catering as well you can order off our party platter the perfect resolution to any occasion check in our website for more informations
  • Private party facilities
    We are offering privet dining for any size party for any occasion please email mamasmeatball@gmail.com or call 8055440861 for more informations
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