Mama Cella’s Italian restaurant feels like a treasure passed down through generations, offering authentic Italian flavours that truly shine. From the very first bite of the Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo, I was in love! The dish is creamy and rich in flavor, a perfect example of classic Italian cuisine.
However, I found the meatballs to be a tad salty when eaten on their own. On a positive note, the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, eager to share their knowledge about the food and the restaurant. The cleanliness of the establishment was also impressive, which added to the overall dining experience.
Most importantly, the prices are very reasonable! I would definitely recommend Mama Cella’s, and it will be my go-to spot whenever I’m craving Italian food!
Parking: Yes, you can park in the front of restaurant Or find a spot along the avenue.
Wheelchair accessibility: It’s easy to access with wide doorways that accommodate wheelchairs.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Fettuccine Alfredo, Meatball, Untes Served with Garlic Bread, Salad
Sharon B
Nice little family run Italian restaurant in Rancho Bernardo that my friend recommended to us. It's small so it's best to make reservations in advance. We were lucky to snag their last table on a Friday evening.
Service was stellar. Everyone was friendly and warm. We were checked on often and our dishes arrived in a timely manner.
The food was hit or miss. I ordered the clam linguine with spicy red sauce. It was on the heavy side and loaded with clams, but a bit plain. The clams didn't taste fresh. We also ordered the chicken parmigiana and that was pretty good. The chicken was moist and crispy. The garlic bread was delicious. Really enjoyed that.
We ordered the tiramisu for dessert. It's one of my favorite desserts but theirs was pretty plain. And I didn't like all those shaved almonds on top. Overkill and that's all I was tasting over a plain tiramisu.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 5
Charles Steinman
Bad service for pickup. Never going back
Fernando Law
If your website states that you’re open until 8:00 PM, then calling to place a pickup order at 7:38 shouldn’t mean you’re already closed. Please correct your website.
Ed S
Great little place. Recommend the beaded mushrooms (so juicy) and the Veal Parmesan! Service is great!
Parking: You can park around back near the post office. Usually plenty of spaces that are much easier to get in and out of than in front of the restaurant.
Kid-friendliness: No issue with bringing children. Very family friendly.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Breaded Mushrooms, Pizza
P M
I really wanted to like this place. Family owned and cozy vibe was nice. Garlic bread was really good.
Most food tasted like it was frozen, dried, or canned. I left underwhelmed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
Laurel Costello
Some dishes were great and some not. Eggplant Parmesan was delicious. Ditto for the lasagna. The Alfredo was bland and starchy. It’s a neighborhood place that is comfortable.
This Place was So Cozy, Clean, And such an inviting Atmosphere... My husband ordered Spaghetti and meatballs (He said he's Never had Spaghetti & meatballs DELICIOUS ?) I had Chicken Alfredo.. OMG!! I highly recommend this place and food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sandra Lawson
I eat in all of the time twice a week and awesome , I ordered take out and was terrible absolutely terrible I can’t believe it. Do NOT order take out!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lasagna, Pizza
Ozarius
Hidden gem! The food/service is great. Its next to a 7 eleven/carls Jr but dont let that scare you away
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
James Luckey
Warm and friendly. Better than home.
Parking: In back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Salad
Steph Marco
nice little italian restaurant- good ambiance, food, and service…just a tad bit pricier for
Mama Cella’s Italian restaurant feels like a treasure passed down through generations, offering authentic Italian flavours that truly shine. From the very first bite of the Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo, I was in love! The dish is creamy and rich in flavor, a perfect example of classic Italian cuisine.
However, I found the meatballs to be a tad salty when eaten on their own. On a positive note, the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, eager to share their knowledge about the food and the restaurant. The cleanliness of the establishment was also impressive, which added to the overall dining experience.
Most importantly, the prices are very reasonable! I would definitely recommend Mama Cella’s, and it will be my go-to spot whenever I’m craving Italian food!
Parking: Yes, you can park in the front of restaurant Or find a spot along the avenue.
Wheelchair accessibility: It’s easy to access with wide doorways that accommodate wheelchairs.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Fettuccine Alfredo, Meatball, Untes Served with Garlic Bread, Salad
Nice little family run Italian restaurant in Rancho Bernardo that my friend recommended to us. It's small so it's best to make reservations in advance. We were lucky to snag their last table on a Friday evening.
Service was stellar. Everyone was friendly and warm. We were checked on often and our dishes arrived in a timely manner.
The food was hit or miss. I ordered the clam linguine with spicy red sauce. It was on the heavy side and loaded with clams, but a bit plain. The clams didn't taste fresh.
We also ordered the chicken parmigiana and that was pretty good. The chicken was moist and crispy.
The garlic bread was delicious. Really enjoyed that.
We ordered the tiramisu for dessert. It's one of my favorite desserts but theirs was pretty plain. And I didn't like all those shaved almonds on top. Overkill and that's all I was tasting over a plain tiramisu.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 5
Bad service for pickup. Never going back
If your website states that you’re open until 8:00 PM, then calling to place a pickup order at 7:38 shouldn’t mean you’re already closed. Please correct your website.
Great little place. Recommend the beaded mushrooms (so juicy) and the Veal Parmesan! Service is great!
Parking: You can park around back near the post office. Usually plenty of spaces that are much easier to get in and out of than in front of the restaurant.
Kid-friendliness: No issue with bringing children. Very family friendly.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Breaded Mushrooms, Pizza
I really wanted to like this place. Family owned and cozy vibe was nice. Garlic bread was really good.
Most food tasted like it was frozen, dried, or canned. I left underwhelmed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
Some dishes were great and some not. Eggplant Parmesan was delicious. Ditto for the lasagna. The Alfredo was bland and starchy. It’s a neighborhood place that is comfortable.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Lasagna, Pizza
Delicious sandwich and great service
Great food reasonably priced!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lasagna was excellent...
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Lasagna
Restaurantji Recommends
This Place was So Cozy, Clean,
And such an inviting Atmosphere... My husband ordered Spaghetti and meatballs (He said he's Never had Spaghetti & meatballs DELICIOUS ?) I had Chicken Alfredo.. OMG!! I highly recommend this place and food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I eat in all of the time twice a week and awesome , I ordered take out and was terrible absolutely terrible I can’t believe it. Do NOT order take out!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lasagna, Pizza
Hidden gem! The food/service is great. Its next to a 7 eleven/carls Jr but dont let that scare you away
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Warm and friendly. Better than home.
Parking: In back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Salad
nice little italian restaurant- good ambiance, food, and service…just a tad bit pricier for
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
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