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Mamma Melina, Seattle, WA
Mamma Melina, Seattle, WA
Mamma Melina, Seattle, WA
Mamma Melina, Seattle, WA
Mamma Melina, Seattle, WA

Mamma Melina

4.7
4.7
2239 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian


Please note: Mamma Melina does not accept reservations for Happy Hour. Happy Hour is first come first serve in our bar area (21+).

If you would like to make a reservation for more than 8 people, please call the restaurant directly.

Reservations are allowed a 15 minute grace period. If you are running late, please call and let us know.

Reservations can be made for inside or outside. If one of the options does not show, that means it is not available for the selected time and party size. While reservations can be made specifically for inside or outside, we are unable to reserve or hold specific tables within those spaces. We will do our best to accommodate table requests when possible.





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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 31 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Breakfast
  • Hours of operation
    Happy Hour Mon 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Sat 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Tue–Thu 8:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 9:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Lunch Wed–Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (206) 632-2271
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Tim Clancy
  • Catering
    Please contact the restaurant for more details.
  • Private party facilities
    Crystal chandeliers and beautiful mirrors surround our private rooms that accommodate 15 to 50 people.
  • Private party contact
    Roberto: (206) 240-4604
  • Neighborhood
    U Village / U District
  • Cross street
    NE Blakeley
  • Parking details
    Attached private garage with free parking.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 2,239 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

2,239 Reviews
  1. EllenW

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Positives: Excellent and attentive service by friendly staff. Food was mostly excellent, and there was plenty of it. We shared calamari between the two of us as a starter (it was enough for a main), and mains consisting of a mushroom-and-cheese risotto and scallopini (accompanied by very tasty veggies). Prices aren't bad for a good restaurant, but see below. Negatives: One dish - a side of spinach - was terrible. It was overpowered by garlic and lemon juice, and simply tasted bad. Also, there is a 3% surcharge on orders, ostensibly for the back-room staff. Now, I am sympathetic to the needs of the staff. But don't undercharge the prices on the menu and then add that undercharge back in as a required surcharge. That is just dishonest since in reality, the prices are really 3% more than what is printed on the menu. Set the prices you need to pay the staff and/or share tips among all staff.

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  2. AdamB

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The lunch I had (chicken paillard) was one of the best I've ever had at Mamma Melina (or anywhere else, for that matter). The food and service here was and has always been top notch. Highly recommended!

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  3. Happydinner

    Seattle

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went for lunch and sat in the corner with big winows. We were catching up with friends and it was a perfect lunch. Food and service were outstanding.

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  4. Ladybug

    Seattle

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience2
    We were seated very shortly after our reserved time, but despite the restaurant not being crowded, were directed to a 2-top table in a dark corner, next to the rear door. When I asked about being seated away from the door, was told the door was not in use, to think of it as a wall. We soon discovered however we could feel the cold air coming in and and the location was so dark it hard to read the menu. When waiter came back with water, we again asked to be moved and indicated the empty tables nearby. At that point we were able to move to a more comfortable and brighter interior location, in the back of the main room. It was interesting to notice that as the room filled, there seemed to be an age gradient in seating- the back section mostly populated by folks like us in the 50+ age group. The food was good, but was disappointed in the pizza, which the detailed description of ingredients and process had attracted me to. While the flavor was good, the crust was very disappointing, too soft, and the pie was overloaded with ingredients.

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  5. RachelV

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was excellent as was our food and table. We were celebrating a birthday and had a fabulous time! Thank you!

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  6. Daffodil

    Seattle

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience3
    Two of us had lunch yesterday on a non-busy day, in a booth, and still Mama Melina falls short on ambience and noise level -- with a concrete floor and high hard ceiling (the latter with some decor and ductwork). During busy hours, it's almost impossible to have a conversation. Still, I come back again and again (commonly sola) because the food is reliably outstanding/authentic, and the service is very good. There is a two-course lunch special, which is a good deal; happy hour also is a really good deal. And the "regular menu" prices are still a good deal (and helpings generous) for the quality of the food. My favorites include the pasta ortolano, and yesterday I had risotto ortolano -- outstanding; my guest raved about their gnocchi. I've never been disappointed (though once I find a favorite, I tend to order it again and again). I miss the old Mama Melina's for its cozy ambience (and great food). Oh, and there is patio seating in the right weather (all summer).

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  7. Harv

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service at reasonable price. Free parking too!

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  8. adelinev

    Seattle

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great staff always consistent and we enjoy our experience every time

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Terrific place to eat. Food was served quickly and delicious

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  10. KimR

    Seattle

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Our server was fantastic. Personable professional and very helpful with menu options. He was upbeat went the extra Nile when my friend said she was cold. He brought her hot cup of water to warm her hands. Checked in with us just the right amount of times. Never felt rushed Good food and wine

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  11. LorieK

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Had a fabulous time at the restaurant celebrating my boyfriend's birthday. The service was great without being bothersome. My boyfriend had the lamb shank which was large enough to have 3 meals and he said it was fabulous. Will definitely return.

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  12. seand

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Food was great. My only issue would be more vegetarian options, maybe a mushroom spinach ricotta type of lasagna? Service was fantastic!

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  13. ValT

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious, service was attentive and helpful. Will definitely be eating here again.

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  14. BarbaraS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food3service5ambience3
    Had a great attentive waiter. Our party of seven had a great time sharing stories and I was grateful no one encouraged us to leave before we were ready.

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  15. ElenaM

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall3food1service3ambience4
    I never thought someone can completely ruin chicken, potatoes, and vegetables. It was so watery, too salty, chicken and veggies were overcooked, potato dry. Pasta was a bit better but not significantly.

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  16. RichardW

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Waitress was wonderful and the table we had was quaint. It still was louder and energetic. That was OK. Service was consistent through our stay even into our dessert. We loved it.

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  17. Judy

    Seattle

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The spaghetti carbonara was outstanding and delicious. I had hoped to take about half of it home, but I just ate the whole serving--couldn't stop.

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We tried the Seattle restaurant week pre fix menu. What a fabulous way to experience the delicious variations Mamma Melina had to offer. Fabulous service, everything from the bread they started me with to the insalata, chicken parm and chocolate bread pudding was wonderful. We love coming here!

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  19. SarahCK

    Seattle

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great meal, always evocative ambiance, and always great service! We had a lovely evening, and even got a complimentary tiramisu from our jovial server who just wanted to help us celebrate life and achievements. Couldn't have enjoyed it more!

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  20. Daphne

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Exceptional service. Delicious and very reasonably priced options for restaurant week.

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  21. RodrigoP

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    It is a nice and quiet place with good service and average/good food.

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    13 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Lovely room and warm atmosphere. Asked for a table in location allowing for conversation and got a table in corner by window. It was helpful. Cocktail was disappointing Sicilian prosecco tasted like a lot of plain orange juice mixed with my prosecco. A shame for the prosecco! Mains presented well but lacked a real flavour depth.

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  23. nance

    Seattle

    46 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was great and our waiter was funny and kind loved the evening!

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  24. 3fromAK

    Seattle

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 24, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Great food. Seattle Restaurant Week menu was fun and a good value.

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  25. LouiseLangley1

    Orange County

    61 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    61 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I LOVE this restaurant! I go every single time I am visiting Seattle and it never disappoints. The Food is REALLY Good and the atmosphere fun and festive with art work on the ceiling. Our waiter was perfect. I look forward to going here again next time I'm in town!

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  26. Mo1969

    San Francisco

    28 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    Excellent service, and delicious food. Our only issue was the lighting. It was so dark we had to use our phones just to see the menu. A little more lighting could go a long way for the tables in the middle of the room by the bar.

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A lovely evening experience - we'll be returning!

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  28. KevinS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall4food3service2ambience4
    Wait staff disappeared for more than 45 minutes after serving meal.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything about this dining experience was amazing. I adore this place !!

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  30. BobM

    Seattle

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Pleasant ambiance; good service—generally attentive, even with numerous guests, but never hovering; good food attractively presented.

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  31. DavidM

    Hawaii

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Reservations were easy to make. Table was ready upon arrival. Waiter was patient and very helpful with assisting in making our choices. Not rushed. Food was superb.

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  32. CheragS

    London

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 26, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Nice, quiet place for a warm Italian dinner; the Buccattini didn't go quite well with the meatballs however (wish it had been Spaghetti instead). Service was great; our waitress was very friendly and made us feel comfortable and welcome.

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  33. Barb

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very nice dinner, as usual and very efficient and personable wait person. Always a good experience.

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  34. AlexN

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service -- our favorite restaurant in the area! Love the outside seating, in particular.

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  35. AnnetteB

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Have wanted to come here for some time and it was wonderful.

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  36. RosieM

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We came in wanting happy hour, but unfortunately our only for two top tables in the bar so the bartender said he would ask and see if we could have happy hour on the patio for a limited time. His manager then came back telling us we can’t have happy hour on the patio as he frantically sat us on the patio. That’s OK. We like the food here either way. Just kind of got our hopes up to get shut down. Our waitress was great, we’ve had her before, and everything else was perfect. She made a date night special and even helped celebrate my birthday with a delicious piece of Tiramisu. We Will be back. But not because of the manager, but because of our server, and the other wait staff and kitchen crew!! Thanks Mama Melina’s!!

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  37. addh2o

    Baltimore

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    The food was amazing. Huge portions!! We actually split an entree and still had leftovers! The draft list was broad. The service was perfect. The team approach allowed the staff to make sure we were never waiting for anything. It was a Tuesday night and we were hoping for a quieter setting, but the busyness just goes to show what a great place this is!

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  38. Redtail

    San Diego

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice fine dining experience at the inside tables.

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  39. Laura

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Prior to placing our order for food, we would like to have known that a fee would be charged to go directly to the chef. Additionally, we left a generous tip. Charge what the food and prep are worth and eliminate the extra charge to the chef. We would let our friends know about that practice.

    Mamma MelinaResponded on September 9, 2023

    Hello! Thank you for the review! The 3% Kitchen Gratuity is listed in multiple places on our menus as we try to be very transparent about this charge. The gratuity goes in full to our entire kitchen staff. We find it to be a very nice incentive/bonus for our kitchen staff who work very hard to make our restaurant the best it can be. Front of staff have always seen a direct increase in income during busy weeks or days such as Mothers Day, something kitchen staff have never been able to benefit from. The 3% kitchen gratuity allows them to see a direct increase on their paychecks during busy times, and makes the work that much more rewarding. Many restaurants these days are adding service charges and fees that are "retained by the house". It is always hard to say exactly how those fees are distributed. Ours however go into a pool that is given directly to the staff, none is retained by the restaurant. That being said, we are more than happy to remove the charge from any individual table upon request! We hope this helps clarify things. Thank you again for dining with us!

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  40. rushfg

    Seattle

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I am always surprised at how good the food is here.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Mamma Melina using the Order Online button. Mamma Melina also offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Mamma Melina also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (206) 632-2271.

Mamma Melina is rated 4.7 stars by 2239 OpenTable diners.

Mamma Melina 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 31 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Mamma Melina

5101 25th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98105

Additional information

  • Cross street
    NE Blakeley
  • Neighborhood
    U Village / U District
  • Hours of operation
    Happy Hour Mon 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Sat 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Tue–Thu 8:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 9:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Lunch Wed–Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Breakfast
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Attached private garage with free parking.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Tim Clancy
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (206) 632-2271
  • Catering
    Please contact the restaurant for more details.
  • Private party facilities
    Crystal chandeliers and beautiful mirrors surround our private rooms that accommodate 15 to 50 people.
  • Private party contact
    Roberto: (206) 240-4604
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