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Mamma Luisa Italian Restaurant, Newport, RI

Mamma Luisa Italian Restaurant

4.7
4.7
689 Reviews
$50 and over
Italian

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2 people
11:00 p.m.
Booked 5 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
In the old world, in a little village near Bologna, lived the real ‘Mamma Luisa’ who cooked and inspired the next generation of family and friends to recreate in Newport the same authentic taste and atmosphere of northern Italian cuisine.

Our four cozy dining rooms situated a quaint old house make it ideal for romantic dinners & small to medium size parties.

The menu features a variety of authentic Italian dishes like antipasti, bruschetta & salads; typical pasta dishes like Bolognese, Carbonara, Ravioli, and the homemade gnocchi as well as Eggplant Parmigiana and Frutti di Mare.
Selected fresh meat, fish & seafood complete our menu with signature dishes of veal, pork, steak, sole & tuna.
Finish dinner with a cappuccino, espresso or tiramisu.

At Mamma Luisa’s we also offer a full vegetarian page together with vegan and gluten-free options.

Our extensive wine &beer list will transport you to the different regions of Italy and you will find also handpicked gems from around the world

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (401) 848-5257
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    For private event inquiries, please call the restaurant directly at 401-848-5257 or email us at mammaluisarest@gmail.com
  • Neighbourhood
    Newport
  • Cross Street
    Thames Street, Carroll Ave
  • Parking details
    Limited parking available behind the building
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wine
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What 689 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
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Newport County

    Best Food

  • Newport County

    Best Value

  • Newport County

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Newport County

    Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mamma Luisa Italian Restaurant offers "exceptional Italian cuisine" in a "charming atmosphere." Guests rave about the "attentive and personable service" and a wine list that is "superb." The cozy, intimate setting adds to the "romantic" dining experience, making it a must-visit spot in Newport for authentic Italian flavors.

689 Reviews
  1. George

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was outstanding. I do not usually leave reviews but I think that this was worth while to let folks know. We were early for our reservation but they made an effort to accommodate us early. We were very lucky that they could do so. There is no area to actually wait for a table. They advise folks that they have limited space and that is true. The service and food was exceptional. Well worth dining here.

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  2. Phil

    Central Coast

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Old world Italian, done smoothly…had filet of sole on the menu, a treat not found in most fine dining restaurants

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  3. Ann

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional food and service! Authentic cuisine. We will be back!

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  4. Sandy

    Richmond

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Hidden gem . At the end of Thames St. Enjoyed our dinner!

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  5. Suzette

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    When we arrived there was just another couple seated in our area. Two other couples came in after. They had a different waiter. They got bread before us and butter. We finally got bread no butter. We were told there was oil. I really wanted butter because bread was warm and good. Waitress brought butter when I was on my last bite of bread. Pasta had no flavor, seafood part was good.

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  6. Peter

    Greater Boston

    71 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    71 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is authentic- great food and amazing service. Would come back anytime. What a great restaurant

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  7. Roberta

    Charleston

    11 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The staff is not very friendly. The food is good, but not exceptional.

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  8. Justin

    Los Angeles

    14 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We have been to Mama Luisa’s at least 5-6 times, and I am sorry to say that the food slipped a notch on this visit. It was good but not great—which it usually is. Pasta was unremarkable, pork was dry. Etc. It was a Monday, and Anthony Bourdain wisely told us all to never eat at a restaurant on Mondays…and the owner and his wife/chef were not there. So maybe that was it. But for all the attitude that ownership gives patrons at this previous establishment (I was once 16 minutes late and they gave away my table and canceled my reservation)…they’d best hold food standards to the very highest level. This past Monday was a definite miss.

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  9. Matthew

    New York City

    18 reviews

    3.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    An intimate and cozy restaurant set in an old home at the end of Thames Street. Easy street parking. Prompt and very attentive service and the orders came out quickly. The food itself was fine but not impressive

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  10. Bridget

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was delicious and delicate. The entire staff was friendly and helpful. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone searching for an authentic Italian experience.

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FAQs

Mamma Luisa Italian Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (401) 848-5257.

Mamma Luisa Italian Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 689 OpenTable diners.

Mamma Luisa Italian Restaurant 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
11:00 p.m.
Booked 5 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Mamma Luisa Italian Restaurant

673 Thames St, Newport, RI 02840-6738

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Thames Street, Carroll Ave
  • Neighbourhood
    Newport
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Limited parking available behind the building
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wine
  • Phone number
    (401) 848-5257
  • Private party facilities
    For private event inquiries, please call the restaurant directly at 401-848-5257 or email us at mammaluisarest@gmail.com
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