Mama Mia – Italian
Mama Mia invites guests into a vibrant, social atmosphere where tables are anchored by overflowing charcuterie boards and the golden crunch of crispy artichoke hearts. The air carries the irresistible aroma of toasted garlic and briny Manila clams, setting the stage for a communal feast of bubbling fried mozzarella and garden-fresh salads. It is a warm, spirited retreat that celebrates the joy of shared plates and timeless flavors, making every visit feel like a lively gathering among friends.
439, Southwest 2nd Avenue, Portland, OR, 97204 https://www.mamamiatrattoria.com/0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Starters
- Charcuterie Board - $24: Prosciutto di Parma, coppa, bresaola, and soppressata served with whole grain mustard, garlic confit, giardiniera, and gorgonzola. Served with herb crostini Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella Board - $20: Fresh House-made marinated mozzarella, smoked mozzarella, burrata, roasted tomatoes, mixed nuts, basil oil, fruit compote & a balsamic reduction. Served with herb crostini Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Manila Clams - $19: 3/4 lb of Puget Sound Manila clams steamed in a garlic, white wine and fresh herb sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari - $17: Crispy calamari served with a spicy tomato sauce and paprika aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Artichoke Hearts - $15: Lightly breaded and tossed with Grana Padano. Served with creamy herb sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Mozzarella - $14: House-made mozzarella, breaded & lightly fried, served with plum tomato-basil sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Bread - $8: Local Pearl Bakery baguette baked with fresh herb and garlic butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Minestrone - $9: Italian classic vegetable soup topped with pecorino Romano cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- House Salad - $12.5: Organic mixed greens, shaved red onion, delicata squash, feta cheese, pepitas tossed in golden balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $12.5: Whole romaine, shaved parmesan, house made Caesar dressing, Reggiano & focaccia croutons Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Eggplant Parmesan - $25: Breaded & pan fried eggplant, layered with fresh mozzarella cheese & plum tomato-basil sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmesan - $27: Breaded & pan fried tender boneless chicken breast, topped with mozzarella cheese & plum tomato-basil sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Scallopine Piccata - $27: Thin slices of boneless chicken breast sautéed with lemon, capers, white wine & butter Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Scallopine Marsala - $27: Boneless chicken breast sautéed with fresh mushroom medley in a delicate marsala wine sauce Dietary tags: Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Espresso Braised Short Rib - $36: Three hour braised beef rib, smoked mozzarella polenta and rosemary gremolata Available at: dinner, lunch
- PNW Trout - $33: Herb roasted potato and heirloom carrots, blistered cherry tomato, crispy capocollo, tarragon butter Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cioppino - $36: Spicy seafood stew of prawns, scallops, clams, calamari, Oregon white fish, Spanish chorizo, roasted potatoes, tomatoes, garlic, lobster broth and herb crostini Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Classic Beef Lasagna - $25: Six layers of ground beef, ricotta, mozzarella, provolone & Reggiano cheese, spinach, cremini mushrooms, onion & tomato basil sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti & Meatballs - $25: Spaghetti pasta tossed with Pomodoro sauce & topped with 1/2 pound of house made meatballs Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Gnocchi - $25: Handmade Roman potato dumplings, pan seared. Served with fresh mozzarella and choice of pomodoro, pesto, or bolognese sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pappardelle Bolognese - $27: Ground beef, veal, and pork, aromatic vegetables, red wine, tomatoes & a touch of cream Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pasta Pesto - $25: Linguini tossed with fresh pesto sauce of basil, garlic, olive oil, toasted pine nuts & a touch of cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ricotta Ravioli - $25: Butternut squash, kale, wild mushrooms, sage brown butter, topped with Gorgonzola and pepitas Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Puttanesca - $25: Fresh penne in a spicy red sauce of Italian olives, capers, Calabrian chilies, anchovies and lemon Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Mac & Cheese - $27: Fresh penne in a savory cream sauce, mozzarella, Mama Lil’ peppers and herb crust Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sausage Primavera - $27: Fresh rigatoni, house sausage, sun dried tomatoes, broccolini, parmesan sauce, burrata cheese and red wine salt Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prawns Scampi - $29: White prawns sautéed in garlic, butter, olive oil, white wine & parsley, touch of sweet cream and lemon over linguini Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Pasta - $36: Linguini with prawns, scallops, clams, calamari and Oregon white fish in a creamy white wine & shellfish reduction Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizza
- Margherita - $20: Thin crust, tomato basil sauce, fresh house-made mozzarella cheese & fresh basil leaves Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pepperoni or Sausage Pizza - $22: Thin crust, tomato basil sauce, mozzarella, provolone, & pepperoni and/or sausage Available at: dinner, lunch
- Verdura - $22: Tomato basil sauce, mozzarella, provolone, artichokes, Mama Lil's peppers, tomatoes, roasted wild mushrooms, and fresh basil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prosciutto Wild Mushroom Pizza - $23: Pesto, sun dried tomatoes, ricotta drizzle, balsamic glaze, toasted pine nuts, Pecorino and Prosciutto Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Sauteed Baby Spinach - $8: Sautéed with garlic & butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sauteed Broccoli Florets - $8: Sautéed with garlic & olive oil Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Spicy Italian Sausage - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Spicy Italian Meatballs - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Heirloom Carrots - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Tiramisu - $11: Ladyfingers dipped in Kahlua, brandy & espresso layered with mascarpone & whipped cream
- Seasonal Panna Cotta - $11: Creamy Italian vanilla custard topped with a seasonal sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Vanilla Bourbon Cheesecake - $11: Decadent bourbon cheesecake, house-made caramel sauce and toasted pepitas Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Cannoli - $11: Crisp pastry filled with ricotta cream & chopped chocolate, drizzled with chocolate sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Seasonal Zeppole - $11: Authentic Italian doughnuts served with a seasonal dipping sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Apple & Currant Crumble - $11: Spired pears and cranberries topped with a brown sugar and oat topping, served with vanilla ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Olive Oil Cake - $11: Italian olive oil cake served with salted caramel gelato and sweet cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Beverages
- House White Wine - $12: Ask for selection
- Maschio Prosecco Brut - $13: 187ml bottle Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- House Red Wine - $12: Ask for selection
- Breakside Wanderlust IPA - $9: Portland, OR 6.4% ABV Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Espresso Martini - $12: Smirnoff Vanilla, Kahlua, Dark Creme de Cacao, Espresso, Whipped Cream
- Knob Creek Old Fashioned - $16: Knob Creek, Angostura, orange, luxardo cherries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Kid's Menu
- Spaghetti & Meatball (Kids) - $10: Tossed with house red sauce and jumbo meatball Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mac & Cheese (Kids) - $8: Tasty pasta smothered with cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Fingers (Kids) - $9: Breaded chicken breast strips served with fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Restaurants near Mama Mia
- Mucca — Italian
- Benessere — Italian
- Clark Lewis — Italian
- Piattino — Italian
- Caffè Umbria — Italian
- IL Terrazzo — Italian
- 21st Century Pizza — Italian
- Pizza Schmizza — Italian
- Hotlips Pizza — Italian
- Gildas Italian Restaurant — Italian
- Piazza Italia — Italian
- Dimo's Apizza — Italian
