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Mamma Zu's

501 S Pine St
Richmond, VA 23220-6242
Phone: (804) 788-4205
Best Italian food - take it from a Brooklyn Native not those other idiots who think Olive Garden is good.
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

06/14/2008 Posted by jaydrubin

I'm from Brooklyn and raised in Long Island, NY where there are amazing Italian restaurants on every corner. Take it from me, YOU NEED TO EAT HERE IF YOU LOVE GOOD ITALIAN FOOD. If cheerleader service and Sbarros quality food is what you like - DON'T BOTHER. This is a bare-bones, no-frills restauant that pumps out amazing authentic food.You'll feel like you found Richmond's best kept secret that all the locals know about. Top quality, knowledgable service, and fresh ingredients, no kidding. I had the meat lasagne and if you've ever had a traditional Lasagne (not with ricotta but rather with a bechemelle) you know you've struck gold. For an appetizer, the brocollette was killer! Garlicly, pie nut filled goodness. Do yourself a favor and go here!

Pros: Quality, Authenticity, Flavor, Freshness, Best in class italian food.

Cons: Atmosphere is rustic, wait can be long (but worth it)

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Editor's Review

Don't discount authentic Italian in a distressed dive--one dinner is all it takes to delight.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

The Service

Legendary for being lax and inattentive. Some Southerners loudly declare "I'll nevah come back." Others consider it a trade-off. Be forewarned!

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Restaurant Information for Mamma Zu's

Smoking

  • Yes

Parking

  • Lot
  • Street

Hours

  • Mon-Sat 5:30pm-11pm

Dress Code

  • Casual to dressy

Payment Types

  • Cash
  • American Express
  • Check

Cuisines

  • Italian
  • Californian

Meal Price

  • $$$

Amenities

  • Local Favorites
  • Quiet
  • People Watching
  • Business Dining
  • Notable Wine List

Recognition for Mamma Zu's

2006 Audience Winner - Italian Food

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