Mama Sanninos
5800 W 38th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO, 80212
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Address :
5800 W 38th Ave
Wheat Ridge, CO, 80212 - Phone (303) 420-4756
- Website https://www.mamasanninos.com/
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Opening Hours
- Tue
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch, Dinner
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Quiet
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes
Categories
Italian Cuisine
The immense popularity of Italian cuisine globally isn't unknown. You can find an Italian Pizzeria around every corner of almost every city in the United States. Not to forget that in every house, people enjoy mac and cheese as comfort food. But it would be wrong to believe that Italian food starts with pizza and ends with good pasta as this Mediterranean country has much more to offer other than these two dishes. In Italian Cuisine, there is a high use of fresh tomatoes, all kinds of herbs, great quality of cheese, all types of meat, seafood and fresh handmade pasta. Many find it hard to believe that Italians have been making noodles long back.
Italian and Greek cuisines are always mistaken to be same, but they are poles apart. The primary difference between the two cuisines is the use of cheese in most of the Italian dishes. Italians love to cultivate their own cheese and process them as per their food requirement. It is believed that some cheese is so expensive that cheese producers secure them in lockers.
If you are bored eating the same old pasta or pizza, you can try some of the authentic Italian dishes like Risotto, Polenta, Ribollita, Lasagna, Fiorentina Steak, Bottarga, Ossobuco, Carbonara, Focaccia, Arancini and Supplì. Another item which Italians love to relish every morning is a good cup of Italian Coffee. Once you taste a freshly brewed cup of Italian Coffee, you might not visit Starbucks ever again. Authentic Italian food is made with heart and soul, so go find a restaurant where you can relish Italian cuisine in your city.
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Jim C.
Always good, we have eaten here several times. This is our go to place for Italian food.
(4)Kym B.
It started off a little rough. We were trying to order take-out, but apparently their online menu doesn't quite jibe with the actual menu, so, we had a few questions. The person on the phone was pretty brusque and and at one point just handed us off to someone else with a "I can't deal with you right now"-esqe huff. Not a huge deal, but a little off-putting. The real issue came when my husband went to pick up the food. The hostess told him to go wait at the bar, where he was flat-out ignored with by the bartender for 15 solid minutes. That's right-- ignored. Two small kids in tow, obviously not just standing there for his health, and he didn't get so much as a "be with you in a minute," or a "can I get you anything while you wait?" or a "your order will be right up," or even so much as a simple hello! Nothing. Nada. Zip. Even if you're busy (the place was hopping, but not packed or anything), it's common courtesy to acknowledge the people at your bar. To put it mildly, he was pissed (and he's a pretty mellow guy). So, yeah, our experience with Mama Sanninos started off quite rough indeed. Lucky for them, their food saved them a horrible review. Yes, it's THAT good. I had the Spaghetti Aglio E Olio-- order it with the homemade noodles and you will not be disappointed. The difference between fresh, housemade pasta and the boxed stuff is like night and day. Their housemade noodles are every bit as good as Patsy's Inn's. Seriously, get them. Get them now. Their meatballs are also fantastic. My picky six-year-old couldn't stop raving about them, which sucks for me because MY homemade ones are nowhere near that delicious. Then again, I'm nowhere near Italian. I'll keep trying, though. I got the Soup of the Day as well, which was Potato Spinach. Fresh, homemade, and delicious. Very peppery. I love a good hit of pepper in my soups. We all shared the crispy ravioli appetizer, which was tasty but is probably better eaten at the restaurant than as a to-go order. The styrofoam kind of steamed them on the short drive home, so they weren't quite crispy by the time we tore into them. The flavor was good though, and we'll definitely give them another go. The prices seem a little high for a basic pasta meal (averaging around $12-13 for pasta- boxed or homemade- and you'd better go for the homemade, plus red sauce, your choice of meatball or sausage and soup or salad), but you get enough food for at least two or three meals in that. So, it all works out. One sad thing to note: they don't offer pesto. Please, please offer pesto. Pesto makes the world go 'round. In short, five stars for the food, two stars for the service. I'll bump 'em up to four stars overall if they get Pesto on the menu! They may be working out some quirks with their people, so I'll give them the benefit of the doubt as far as service goes, for now. A welcome addition to the 38th Ave upgrade!
(3)Tommy T.
This is a place where, depending on how you like your sauce, you'll either love or be disappointed. I was in the disappointment group even though I had such high hopes. The sauce is really acidic and sweet which reminds me of the canned sauce they served in the Navy. If you don't like the sweeter acidic tomato sauces then you probably should look elsewhere. Also, the pasta isn't made in house (with one exception). With the prices being what they are you'd expect house made pasta. I can say the the service and atmosphere are excellent and the restaurant has a very welcoming and homey feel.
(2)Todd R.
Best italian food period; especially their sauce and specialty soups. Everything is home made. The zucchini special is awesome. Been to a lot of Italian restaurants and nothing compares to this little place.
(5)Jennifer B.
I love carbs - I love them too much! When you're in the mood for old school Italian, Mama Sanninos is definitely a spot to consider. They have just moved to a new location which is located in a small strip mall. The interior is broken into small little rooms with mismatched banquet chairs and what I would call cheap Walmart decor. I wasn't there for the decor but it would certainly entice me to return more often if it was spiffed up a bit. I went for the carbs, and then for more carbs. An order of home made fried ravioli's followed by an order of the classic chicken parmesan. The fried ravioli are craveable, crunchy outside with a hot cheesy inside and dipped into a flavorful marinara. The chicken parmesan is exactly what you'd expect, a big pile of pasta topped with a breaded chicken breast. Pasta warms my heart and my body, it's like a taste of home on a plate and Mama Sanninos offers me that. It's a bit of a distance for me to trek for a meal but when I'm in the mood for some good Italian it fits the bill just fine.
(3)Susan D.
This place is a great addition to 38th Ave in Wheat Ridge. It's inviting inside, very cute-I liked the red and yellow color scheme. Two had Chicken Parmesan, which they liked and the red sauce and the ravioli are good. The garlic bread was amazing and the " pizza frites" dessert-was fantastic. It was like freshly made doughnuts. Served with honey like sopapillas. The staff and service were good as well. There's an $8.95 spaghetti special on Mondays, Tuedays and Wednesdays I believe with soup or salad , bread and either a meatball or sausage.
(4)Dave B.
Yes, I am a fan. Don't let the awful street appearance dissuade you. The interior is warm and comforting. We had a romantic dinner. Pluses "Bulk Italian" at its finest. The red sauce is to my taste with lots of sugar and a good vinegar punch. The 1/2-chicken is an excellent deal and delicious. Yes,it comes with a side of pasta and the red sauce. Service was prompt, attentive and friendly. Homemade pasta was perfect. Tablecloths. Cloth napkins. The wine prices are very reasonable. $20-$25 While the salads are clearly pre-made, they were OK and I ordered mine with oil and vinegar and I got a dispenser for both so I could construct a dressing to my taste. Excellent idea. Minuses No Wi-Fi. Really cheap flatware. The "sangria" is somewhat tasteless. They have tendency to rush you through the service. Just say no.
(4)Heather T.
The hubs has a co worker who raved about this place so we found ourselves here on a Friday night. Hands down some of the friendliest service we've had in a while. Our server was really friendly and attentive without being too much. He was the best part of the meal. I ordered the gnocchi and started with the Italian wedding soup. The soup was good but rather salty. My gnocchi was denser than I prefer and the tomato sauce? It was really heavy and I hate to say this but it tasted like it came from a jar. The hubs ordered the stuffed shells with meatballs. The meatballs (he got mine too) were quite good. He got the same tomato sauce that I did. We both ordered wine and I took a trip down memory lane with Lambrusco. I loved that they had it on the menu as it's a pretty low quality wine. But tasty with fond memories. The meal came in at about $40 which we thought was pricey for what we were served.
(3)Shelby M.
They were ok. The ambiance was weird. Driving up the building looks bad then the inside is packed with pictures and is just to much. Good was alright. We had chicken Parmesan Alfredo and tortellini. It was all kind of bland and not mind blowing or anything. It wasn't bad but I have certainly had better. I'd come back if I had to but not if I have a choice.
(3)B M.
The cleanest, best service and the very best Italian Cuisine in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. Try the Betty's burned peppers. Absolutely, the best cook, ever. We eat there at least once per week. We love the place. they have Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday special menu. They do not rush you and you can enjoy your dinner leisurely Affordable for us.
(5)Yvonne R.
Locally owned yummy Italian food! Parking available and great service. Also, veggie options
(5)Diana R.
Love this awesome mom and pop restaurant. Service is great. Food is delicious, my personal fav is calli's torts. The atmosphere is very warm and comfortable. I'd recommend for a night out or a family dinner. Delicious and very satisfactory.
(5)Tracie B.
In an era of trendy eateries, and we have our share in the Highlands/Berkeley/Sunnyside neighborhoods, it's almost rare to find a really good, traditional-style southern Italian restaurant. Walking in to Mama Sanninos is a bit like walking in to a time warp but in a good (and updated) way. From the outside, you are likely to drive right by without noticing Mama Sanninos as it is part of a somewhat dreary strip mall on 38th (in Wheat Ridge). But when you go inside, you see a bright and cheery interior with multi-color walls and lots of hand painted murals. Made up of a bar in the entry and multiple other dining room areas, this place is probably larger than it looks. We were happy to be seated in the front room next to lots of windows letting in late afternoon sunshine. The service is speedy - almost too speedy. If I would ding them at all it's because your food arrives almost too quickly. We'd barely unfolded our napkins before our pre-made dinner salad arrived. I like to let my pre-course sit for a minute or two before the main arrives but my pasta came so quickly, the server had not even had time to clear the table first. This resulted in an awkward "clear and place" act which resulted in a bit of confusion. This is just a nit because the server was so friendly and eager to please, that we just didn't mind. They do however need to better pace the service so that you have longer to enjoy your meal. The food was exactly what we were expecting - homemade southern Italian with a rich, slightly sweet (but not too sweet) red sauce and killer meatballs. At the suggestion of our server I opted for the homemade pasta and it was very good. If you prefer your pasta on the lighter side, go for one of the other options. The sausage and ravioli was good but not great - next time I'll stick with only meatballs. My hubby half roasted chicken was cooked perfectly, moist and tender and was served in it own juices. Simple and delicious - and a huge meal for only $13.50 Also, the atmosphere at Mama Sanninos, even when it's crowded, allows you to have a conversation with the people at your table without having to compete with all the background noise associated with other, more trendy restaurants. It was nice to just sit and enjoy a nicely prepared meal in a pleasant, atmosphere. Oh, and listening to Wayne Newton and Dean Martin croon in the background was a definite plus.
(4)Donna N.
I'm so glad this restaurant moved into my neighborhood! I did not know of them until now! I'm from the east coast and have been consistently disappointed with the Italian food in Denver... until now!! Finally Italian food that rivals that of Providence, RI! That is saying a lot! I had the stuffed shells, which I gave a solid 10 for! My boyfriend had the Eggplant Parm, he gave a 10 for that also! I hope they decide to add more soups to the menu, as I love soup with my meal (especially Italian Wedding or Chicken noodle)! I'll be having my left overs tonight (the portions are large, so if there's enough for two meals)! See you again soon!!
(5)Steve S.
Home made. Always has been and still is a Denver tredition. It's has been a while but stopped in to see Jimmy and it was still the best
(5)S B.
UDATE! After months of take out and dining in, almost weekly, I can say that of all the old classic Italian restaurants in Denver.-and there are some Excellent ones!- that I never tire of this carefully crafted cuisine. Not one bad experience....Always pleasing service... great lunch specials. You won't regret trying this 38th Ave. Mom & Pop classic! One take out and two dine-in experiences have been consistent...this is some of the best, freshest Italian food you will find in Denver. The sauce is absolutely the smoothest, most deeply flavorful I recall ever eating...and I spent a decade in New Orleans. The meatballs were perfect...no other word for it. Service was excellent and I can see us returning again and again. I almost didn't try after reading the review about troubled service the first week but clearly all issues are worked out and no one will disappointed if they try this wonderful family restaurant!
(5)Pamela G.
My family has been visiting this place for about five years and we love it. The food is delicious and very affordable. My favorites on the menu are the spaghetti and meatballs and their chicken parm. Absolutely delicious. I actually ended up having my rehearsal dinner here and everything went perfectly. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. The only reason that I did not give then five stars is because they unfortunately do not have a gluten free menu yet and no tiramisu which is my absolute favorite desert. :( I highly recommend them to anyone that is craving Italian food and is not wanting to spend an arm and a leg to get it.
(4)Dawn K.
Wow! Very yummy! Huge portions I have enough left over for two more meals. My picky kid even cleaned her plate! The sauce is very good!
(5)Jenn F.
As usual, another fantastic dinner at Jimmy's!!!! Can't beat the baked rigatoni and meatballs..... Amazing!!!! Also love the new place, murals, staff, etc..... atmosphere is great.
(5)natalie r.
I am giving this place 3 stars because I love their food. I loved the old place, and when they moved, I was anxious to try it out. The first couple of times we went, everything was great. However, we went recently, and my husband and I felt extremely rushed. I was only 5 minutes into my meal before our server asked us if we wanted boxes or dessert. Very irritating. It wasn't that busy, so I'm not sure what the rush was. I still love this place, but I like to sit and enjoy a place...I hate being chased out the door.
(3)Matthew U.
Wish the menu hadn't changed from the move. Really liked the old place and quality of food before the move. The owner and staff make up for the poor food quality, but if you had the old menu... You will be able to tell something changed.
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