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Mama's on Main, Covington, KY

Mama's on Main

4.8
4.8
1559 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
621 Main St, Covington, KY 41011-1331

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 61 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Mama's on Main
Offering authentic northern and southern Italian fare, including house-made pastas

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Covington
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,559 people are saying

Mama's on Main reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Cincinnati / Dayton

    Best Value

  • Cincinnati / Dayton

    Italian

  • Cincinnati

    Best Value

  • Cincinnati

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mama's on Main offers a "fantastic local restaurant" experience with a "charming" ambiance and "outstanding" service. The menu features "some of the best Italian food," with highlights like "lobster ravioli," "vodka sauce," and "focaccia." Guests love the "impeccable vibe" and "excellent customer care," making it a "family favorite" and perfect for "special occasions."
1,559 Reviews
  1. Dave

    Cincinnati4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great. The staff was extremely nice. This will be on our monthly visit list.

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  2. Emily

    Cincinnati8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Grace was an exceptional host with good humor. We enjoyed her as our waiter. We were happily surprised to be seated earlier than our reservation. We love mamas ❤️

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  3. Nathan

    Dallas1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Each visit is worth every single penny. I dream about their vodka sauce, marinated olives, and focaccia bread. Vibe curated impeccably. Service is always 10/10

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  4. Shanda

    Cincinnati10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The food is delicious. The service is overall good. I think my waiter was very overwhelmed and had many tables to work and unfortunately was not very attentive to ours. I would certainly give it a try again.

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  5. Lisa

    Cincinnati29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome experience for my husband's birthday. Food was delicious. Drinks were great. Steve our server took extra special care of us:)

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  6. Mike VIP

    Cincinnati19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mama’s on Main is a charming Italian Eatery. We have had wonderful Italian meals and some dreadful Italian meals. Mama’s on Main was wonderful, so much so that we have an a reservation next month. Focaccia, Caesar Salad, Olives, Broccolini, Lobster Ravioli, Lamb Ragout, Tiramisu - all perfectly prepared. Service was on point. Pace of courses was perfect. All of this for a fair price.
    Mama's on MainResponded on April 13, 2025
    Thank you for dining with us and sharing this incredible review! So thrilled to hear you enjoyed both the food and service! Can't wait to see you for your reservation next month! Hannah General Manager

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  7. James

    Nashville1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place for food! Great wine selection and service.

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  8. Marsha VIP

    San Diego29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolute perfection food, presentation and service
    Mama's on MainResponded on April 13, 2025
    Thank you for this amazing review! Looking forward to having you back! Hannah General Manager

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  9. Alysia

    Cincinnati1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The dessert cookie platter gave me LIFE! The children’s menu portions are very generous. You have to get the Focaccia bread service!
    Mama's on MainResponded on April 13, 2025
    Thank you for dining with us and leaving this review! The cookie platter is incredible! Hope you'll dine with us again soon Hannah General Manager

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  10. Rose

    Cincinnati8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Don’t skip the bread service or Tiramisu! Will definitely be back to work my way thru the entree menu
    Mama's on MainResponded on April 13, 2025
    Thank you for this kind review! Can't wait for you to come back Hannah General Manager

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 61 times today
Google Map for Mama's on Main

621 Main St, Covington, KY 41011-1331

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Covington
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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