Welcome to Mama's Trattoria in the Heart of Canberra
Nestled in the vibrant culinary landscape of Canberra, Mama's Trattoria stands as a welcoming destination for those who appreciate the timeless appeal of traditional Italian cooking. Located conveniently at Shop 4/45 W Row, Canberra ACT 2601, our establishment serves as a quiet retreat from the bustle of the city center. We believe that the essence of a great meal lies in the simplicity of high-quality ingredients, the patience of time-honored techniques, and the warmth of a shared table. Whether you are seeking a place for a relaxed lunch or an intimate evening gathering, our doors are open to provide a genuine experience that honors the heritage of Italian hospitality.
Our philosophy is rooted in the idea that food is the most universal language of connection. At Mama's Trattoria, we focus on creating an environment where the atmosphere is as comforting as the dishes we serve. By prioritizing a balance between classic flavors and a contemporary dining setting, we aim to offer a space where guests can unwind and enjoy the company of friends and family. Every element of our service is designed to reflect a deep respect for the craft of cooking, ensuring that each visit feels personal and memorable.
What Defines the Experience at Mama's Trattoria
Authentic Culinary Approach: We emphasize the use of fresh, seasonal produce to create dishes that stay true to their origins. By focusing on fundamental flavor profiles, we ensure that every plate highlights the natural quality of the components used, reflecting a commitment to traditional preparation methods.
A Welcoming Community Atmosphere: Our location in the W Row precinct is designed to be an accessible hub for locals and visitors alike. We strive to maintain an environment that feels like an extension of a home kitchen, where guests are encouraged to linger, converse, and enjoy their time without feeling rushed.
Dedication to Quality Service: We believe that the dining experience extends beyond the plate. Our team is dedicated to providing attentive and friendly service, ensuring that every guest feels valued from the moment they arrive until the final farewell. We focus on consistency and care in every interaction.
A Thoughtful Selection of Offerings: Our menu is curated to provide a balanced variety of choices that cater to different preferences while maintaining a cohesive Italian identity. We take pride in selecting ingredients that tell a story of quality and provenance, allowing our guests to explore a range of textures and tastes.
The culinary journey at Mama's Trattoria is one of continuous refinement and passion. We understand that the modern diner seeks more than just sustenance; they seek an experience that resonates with authenticity and care. By maintaining a steady focus on these core values, we have built a space that celebrates the joy of eating well. We invite you to visit us at our Canberra location to discover the nuances of our kitchen and the sincerity of our service. It is our pleasure to share our love for Italian-inspired cuisine with the local community and those passing through the capital.
As we look toward the future, our commitment remains unchanged: to provide a reliable, high-quality dining experience that stands the test of time. We are grateful for the support of our patrons and look forward to welcoming both familiar faces and new guests to our table. Whether you are planning a special occasion or simply looking for a reliable spot to enjoy a well-prepared meal, Mama's Trattoria is here to offer a slice of warmth in the heart of Canberra. We invite you to join us soon and experience the dedication that goes into every aspect of what we do.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Service options
Outdoor seating
Delivery
Takeaway
Dine-in
Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Popular for
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Coffee
Healthy options
Spirits
Wine
Dining options
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Seating
Table service
Amenities
Bar on site
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cozy
Crowd
Groups
Tourists
Planning
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Parking
Paid parking lot
Paid street parking
Menus
Side Dishes
Mediterranean Salad$12.50
Sautéed Seasonal Vegetables$11.00
Garden Salad$9.00
Mains
Pollo Con Pepperonata$30.50
Vitello Campagnola$32.50
Scaloppine Marinara$32.00
Pollo Alla Marsala$32.50
Scaloppine Funghi$32.50
Pollo Al Bosco$32.50
Pollo Alla Fiorentina$32.50
Scaloppine Al Limone$30.50
Entrées
Caesar Salad$20.00
Gamberi Aglio Ed Olio$18.50
Melanzane Ripiene$18.00
Antipasto$18.50
Cozze Al Pomodoro$17.00
Minestrone Soup$11.50
Lunch Menu
Caesar Salad$18.50
Insalata Pollo$19.00
Mama's Polenta$17.00
Mediterranean Steak Sandwich$18.50
Focaccia$12.00
Frittata Del Giorno$14.50
Breads
Garlic Bread$8.00
Crusty Italian Bread$6.50
Bruschetta Al Funghi$11.50
Herb Bread$8.00
Sundried Tomato Bread$8.00
Bruschetta Al Pomodoro$13.00
Anchovy Bread$8.00
Pesto Bread$8.00
Olive Bread$8.00
Pastas
Fusilli Contessa Pasta$26.00
Cannelloni Pasta$18.50
Risotto Pescatore$28.00
Mamas Special$26.00
Linguine Con Gamberi$25.50
Spaghetti Carbonara Pasta$20.50
Penne Arrabiata Pasta$19.00
Spaghetti Bolognese$19.50
Spaghetti Frutti Di Mare Pasta$26.00
Gnocchi Della Casa Pasta$28.00
Linguine Piccante Pasta$24.50
Tortellini Boscaiola Pasta$25.50
Lasagna Pasta$20.00
Penne Al Pepe Pasta$24.00
Risotto Pollo$27.00
Fusilli Pompeii Pasta$25.00
Drinks
Chinotto (200 Ml)$4.50
Sparkling Mineral Water 250 Ml$4.50
Lemonata (200 Ml)$4.50
Lemonade Can$4.00
Lemon Squash Can$4.00
Coke Zero Can$3.50
Fanta Can$3.50
Coke (1. 25 L)$6.00
Coke Can$3.50
Coke Zero (1. 25 L)$6.00
Sparkling Mineral Water (750 Ml)$9.00
Aranciata (200 Ml)$4.50
Desserts
Pannacotta$12.00
Sticky Date Pudding$13.50
Cheesecake$13.50
Tiramisu$13.50
Torta Di Cioccolata$13.50
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Reviews Mama's Trattoria
Glenn Boyd
30-05-2026
Our first visit to this delightful eatery. And won’t be our last as we’re planning on moving to Canberra and will make dine here regularly (fortnightly or weekly). … More
Chris Willis
30-05-2026
It was ok but the pasta was fairly plain and the prawns so overcooked they were near inedible and really hard to remove the tails.
Service was friendly and polite but nervous and unsure (might be new). Was super noisy with just a couple of tables. Overall, meh More
Dianne Blakey
30-05-2026
The atmosphere is nice until you go to the toilet. Why is the toilet also the store room. I couldn't even bring myself to use disabled toilet 😪. … More
Jonathan Glauninger
30-05-2026
A very quaint, and pleasant dining experience. I had the Pollo Florentino, which was excellent.
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Katrina Rennie
30-05-2026
What a lovely homely restaurant. The staff were great and the food even better. Generous serves and a relaxed atmosphere to chill and enjoy. Thank you More
Daniel Tan
30-05-2026
A small, family run business that serves very delicious lasagne and the portion size was very large. Do come early as service can be slow if there is a huge crowd.👍 …
Thien Vuong (fooderarri)
30-05-2026
We ordered some pasta and lasagne from here during isolation and they weren't too bad. It was a shame the deliveroo driver put the tiramisu into the same bag as the hot food and it melted so it didn't look as appealing. We re-refrigerated it prior to eating to ensure it's not a hot 🔥 tiramisu. Regards @fooderarri …
Steve DC
30-05-2026
Great traditional food, huge menu & very reasonable prices. Very busy so best to book.
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Giovanni Di Gregorio
30-05-2026
Wonderful authentic Italian food at a great price. Full of flavour and large portions makes this a truly great dining experience. More
Martyn Tweedie
30-05-2026
Mama's is one of the most friendly restaurants in Canberra. Great service with a smile. The menu is varied with a good range and caters for different dietary requirements. The food tastes *amazing*. One of our favourites More
Spiro Apostolopoulos
30-05-2026
Sadly i’ve never written a review in the past of restaurant that I’ve eaten at, but I’ve never had food like this before. This will go down as the worst dinner I have ever had at a restaurant in Canberra. Both of our meals were flavourless … More
Jaiden
30-05-2026
Nice place with plenty of nearby parking.
Handmade pasta, as you'd expect from a good italian restaurant, along with a … More
C P
30-05-2026
Food was authentic, portions were generous, service was lovely. Would gladly return and recommend 😋 Thanks Mama! … More
Raccoon Dragon A.W.
30-05-2026
Always order Minestrone soup from uber
Senna Handaya
30-05-2026
The food is super! The waiter and waitress are also nice and gave us insight about what is good to order. It's better to have a reservation since they are busy at most times. Had a delightful dinner with the fam.
Siang Yao Ting (Charles)
30-05-2026
Second time visiting here, very friendly staff and warm hospitality. Great food and reasonable price. … More
cheryl douglas
30-05-2026
Rustic, delicious Italian food. Staff are friendly, helpful and attentive. Extensive menu. Great food, great service. More
Danny L
30-05-2026
Overall: Mama's is always a go to for quick and easy Italian pasta that is well located, with friendly staff and lively, cosy atmosphere. … More
Yue Wang
30-05-2026
Have saved this place for soooo long until visited last night for a late bday dinner 🎂 Ordered Tortellini Boscaiola, Risotto Pescatore and a Tiramisu as bday cake. … More
Vincent Ward
30-05-2026
real italian. real nonna. don't bother eating italian anywhere else. the price, the portions, the authenticity, perfect. even has vege options. literally run entirely by an Italian family, foods delicious i wouldnt bother going to solita, briscola or any italian in the area if this place was open. More
Bec Yonzon
30-05-2026
This place was fantastic! Meals were large and flavourful. The lady who served us was wonderful.
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Renee Toomey
30-05-2026
Extensive menu , great food, good gluten free options. Well priced food and wine - especially compared to other restaurants nearby. The veal dishes were huge - could not finish, had no room left for dessert so will be back to try! More
William Shi
30-05-2026
One of the best pasta we had for a long time. Risotto was made perfectly, pasta was al dente!. Not to mention the portion was massive. Loved it and highly recommended. More
Claudia Palmisano
30-05-2026
Authentic Italian food and absolutely delicious desserts that are made in-house. Service is absolutely wonderful. Ammentities are spotless and clearly a place that loves their buisness. Highly recommend! More
Victor Lo
30-05-2026
It's been a while since I've been back. We got the penne arrabbiata and lasagna. I would prefer the arrabbiata sauce a little more spicier but the sauce was still yum😋. However the lasagna was a bit underdone, with the middle a bit colder … More
Ole Nimeton
30-05-2026
Possibly the best value restaurant in Canberra. Delicious traditional pasta and related Italian dishes for very reasonable prices in an unpretentious casual setting. Service from some junior staff, like many places in Canberra, can be hit and miss though last visit was fantastic but regardless, absolutely worth it for the price.
Vicky Szmajda
30-05-2026
Came here for dinner tonight after reading reviews. Got lucky with a walk-in table for 2 despite no reservation at 7pm on a Saturday night (don't do this, it was very busy). There were many interesting menu options, & looking at … More
Gabriel
30-05-2026
Food and service was exceptional. Linguine, spagbol, lasagna all top notch. The (homemade) tiramisu was like nothing we've had before. … More
PM F
30-05-2026
Take care, we've previously very much enjoyed this restaurant, great food, service, and atmosphere. We took friends for a special celebration, and half the group had veal dishes. It was so tough that much of it was returned to the kitchen. … More
Sue Briggs
30-05-2026
A lovely restaurant with friendly staff. The service was great the whole time. It’s authentic Italian food cooked to perfection!
Everything is delicious but please save room for the amaretti pannacotta with spiced pears - you won’t regret it! More
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