If you've passed Mamma Martino's on the Queensway you've probably thought you have to try this place. I've only ever noticed NO Lineup at the door when they're closed, which seems to be often. It's usually a good 20 to 40 minute wait.
Is it worth the wait? Read on.
The food is completely North American-Italian. Veal, pizza, eggplant parm, alfredo and carbonara sauces, ya da, ya da, ya da. So I guess it's Italian enough if you're a third generation Canadian-Italian. Not to say there's anything wrong with that kind of food. I can eat this stuff any time of any day.
At Mamma Martino's it's yummy and fast and super cheap. I'm pretty sure it's the super cheap that seals the deal for the hoards though. For under $10 you get homemade pasta or pizza served with a smile, always. And if you can hear your own thoughts above the din of the full house, you're probably saying, I'll definitely be back.