MAMASAMAS – Japanese
A small Italian dining room on Atlantic Boulevard in Neptune Beach, open only Wednesday through Saturday evenings, which keeps the focus tight. Owner Nic learned the trade from parents who left Italy for Australia and ran a family restaurant there, and the cooking carries that lineage plainly: pasta made by hand, pizza fired in a wood oven, and traditional Italian plates built on generations of practice rather than trend. Diners consistently single out the sense of genuine care behind each plate. There is a vintage pizza bar for catering, too. Book — there are only so many nights, and only so many tables.
1451 Atlantic Blvd, Neptune Beach, FL 32266 904-914-0166 https://www.mamasamas.com/0Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $
Dietary options: halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Diet fit at MAMASAMAS
Halal at MAMASAMAS
MAMASAMAS in Neptune Beach has 12 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Affogato, Pomodoro and Fish of the Day. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at MAMASAMAS
MAMASAMAS in Neptune Beach has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Budino. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at MAMASAMAS
MAMASAMAS in Neptune Beach has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Budino. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at MAMASAMAS
MAMASAMAS in Neptune Beach has 7 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pomodoro, Fresh Espresso and Heirloom Tomato. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at MAMASAMAS
MAMASAMAS in Neptune Beach has 14 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Affogato, Pomodoro and Fresh Espresso. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at MAMASAMAS
MAMASAMAS in Neptune Beach has 1 heart-healthy-tagged dish on its current menu, including Burrata. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at MAMASAMAS
MAMASAMAS in Neptune Beach has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Mussels. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at MAMASAMAS
MAMASAMAS in Neptune Beach has 8 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Affogato, Budino and Mussels. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at MAMASAMAS
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Insalata Mista | 36 g | 41.8 g |
| Amaro Averna | 97.2 g | 41.1 g |
| Mussels | 26.3 g | 22.5 g |
| Heirloom Tomato | 15.6 g | 18.5 g |
| Tuna Carpaccio | 93.4 g | 15 g |
| Rigatoni Salsiccia | 32 g | 10.4 g |
| Tiramisu | 54 g | 6 g |
| Amaro Montenegro | 82.6 g | 5.5 g |
| Burrata | 12.3 g | 4.9 g |
| Beef Carpaccio | 18.1 g | 4.5 g |
| Pomodoro | 8.7 g | 4.5 g |
| Budino | 8.1 g | 4.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
First Course
- Pane Fresco: fresh baked bread, olive oil, balsamic vinegar Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Burrata: heirloom tomatoes, onions, herbs, honey, truffle, olive oil, bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Mussels: pomodoro, chili, white wine, cognac, herb-infused olive oil, lemon Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC
- Suppli Arancini: rice balls, pomodoro, mozzarella
- Frattini Special: spinach, ricotta, creamy gorgonzola, lemon parsley crumble Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Beef Carpaccio: sliced filet mignon, candied walnuts, gorgonzola, olive oil, honey, dijon, lemon Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC
- Tuna Carpaccio: tuna, fried shallots, fried capers, dijon crema, toasted pine nuts, lemon, olive oil, honey Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Meatballs: beef, parmigiano, garlic, whipped ricotta, basil, parsley, pomodoro sauce
Pasta
- Pomodoro: tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, basil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, South-Beach, Alkaline, Slow-Carb
- Gnocchi Arrabbiatta: potato, cherry tomatoes, cream, parmigiano, onion, garlic, parsley, calabrian chili Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Pappardelle 24hr Ragu: 24-hour braised beef, pomodoro, parmigiano, onion, garlic, parsley
- Pappardelle Boscaiola: porcini, shiitake, button mushroom, cream, pecorino romano cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics
- Rigatoni Salsiccia: italian sausage, calabrian chili, cream, rosemary, garlic, parsley Dietary tags: High-Fiber
Meat and Fish
- Fish of the Day - $1: seasonal preparation (inquire with your server) Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Cotaletta: veal schnitzel cotoletta, parsley, parmigiano, pepper, lemon, nduja aioli
- Shrimp | Prawns: wild caught U5 shrimp, green peppercorn, herbs, white wine, cream, lemon Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Chicken Involtini: chicken, prosciutto, mozzarella, pecorino, spinach, broccolini, creamy pomodoro, lemon
Salads
- Arugula: toasted walnuts, poached pear, cinnamon, honey, dijon, olive oil, shaved parmigiano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Insalata Mista: mixed greens, cucumbers, red wine vinaigrette, olive oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Heirloom Tomato: rough chopped heirloom tomatoes, herb-infused olive oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Alkaline
Desserts
- Tiramisu Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Budino Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Affogato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Beverages
- Fresh Espresso Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Amaro Averna
- Amaro Montenegro
- Fernet Branca
- Limoncello
- Sambuca
- M&M: mezcal, montenegro
- Ferrari: fernet, campari Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Forghetti: fernet, borghetti Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about MAMASAMAS
- Is MAMASAMAS halal-friendly?
- Yes. MAMASAMAS has 12 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Affogato, Pomodoro and Fish of the Day.
- What can I eat at MAMASAMAS on a halal diet?
- Affogato, Pomodoro and Fish of the Day carry the halal tag, out of 12 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does MAMASAMAS have vegan options?
- Yes. 7 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Pomodoro and Fresh Espresso.
- What is the highest-protein dish at MAMASAMAS?
- Insalata Mista, at roughly 41.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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