Mama mia!
Mama Ricotta's has been around for a while-vacillating between standard and pretty good Italian food. I have to say, the past couple of times I have been eaten at Mama Ricotta's, it has been really great! They have stepped things up a notch or two, that's for sure.
The service is fast, friendly and consistent. The rolls they bring out have not changed. SO HARD to eat just one. Impossible for some...
They have changed up the menu-adding some modern, lighter options but have kept their golden standards. My favorite is the chopped salad with romaine, gorgonzola, garbanzo beans and walnuts. The walnuts are chopped so finely, you can barely detect them. But they add this subtle nutty crunch that is outstanding. Calamari is great and the warm mascarpone dip is...drool worthy.
My husband always gets the penne a la vodka with chicken---every. single. time. The bites I snag are always excellent!
I also discovered a new favorite wine from their menu--Dreaming Tree Crush. This red is delicious and subtly sweet. Very easy to drink (maybe a little too easy). It's actually a Dave Matthews collaboration!!
If you haven't been to Mama Ricotta's in a while, you're in for a pleasant treat!!