Mamacita's Pizzeria

Loved this little gem on the side of the road. We decided to stop after coming back from Ghost Ranch and were not disappointed. The pizza was fresh and delicious. The crust was thin and crunchy. Mama was also very friendly!

Ooh I am so happy to have finally tried Mamacita’s Pizza! This place is legendary amongst New Mexicans and let me tell you, the pizza did not disappoint! We walked up to the window and met Marta, who runs the place on her own. We ordered the Roadrunner (pepperoni, sausage, green Chile). There’s no restroom, so we had to run down to Bode’s a few miles down the road. She timed it perfectly so we arrived to a fresh pie :) the dough was the star of the show for me - so light and flavorful, thin crust with a good crunch without being too thin or cracker-like. Just the right amount of sauce and nicely browned cheese, fresh and yummy toppings. Very hard not to eat the whole pie at once. I liked Marta’s no-nonsense attitude, and how much pride she clearly takes in her work. There is a cute seating area and two adorable cats. Very much looking forward to coming back to this gorgeous town, and trying some more of her cuisine. ***Correction: we did eat the 14” large pizza between the two of us - no regrets!! ***

We were eager to put Mamacita Pizzeria to the test after seeing so many five-star reviews. But “one of the best pizzas in the nation”? That’s hard to believe. The pizza was decent but far from exceptional, and with no competition within a 15-mile radius, its popularity may simply come from being the only option around. Our Caesar salad was equally average. In short, if you’re looking for a solid (but not inexpensive) pizza, this place will do—but we were disappointed, as the glowing reviews had set our expectations far too high.

I have been getting pizza here for the last 9 years and there is still no better pizza around. Fresh dough made daily! Every bite is full of flavor. The toppings are always fresh and tasty! She also does subs here I have yet to try them. I have had a burger years ago which I remember it being huge. You can call in ahead to order which times quoted are always accurate! Sure the outside area is posted in a way that keeps loiterers out. Sure the customer service could be a tad better. But this Northern New Mexico, I’ve ordered here enough that I can tell you the customer service is amazing. When I was a wild land firefighter she would give me free drinks. Wear a mask it’s courteous, and you might get a little extra love. Every time I’m in El Rito I order from here. Easily I’ve ordered over 20 times maybe up to 50. Cash or “plastic” credit card is accepted.

I'm a 40 year old man from long Island, I lived there for 33 years, worked in a pizza place a couple times, probably eaten 100,000 slices and I can say without a doubt that this was the single worst pizza I have ever seen. And then, when I had the audacity to call and ask "is it usually oval, transparent, burnt, and very very underweight. Or, are you just having an off day?" I got screamed at for the next five minutes. Grandma tried to gaslight me, telling me every pizza is unique, like a snowflake . Lol . I agreed with her, and told her this one was bad snowflake, and I'd bring it back to show her . Tomorrow she says, because she's out of food. 😂 . Ok, so we show up tomorrow, and she's screaming before she ever comes outside, doesn't wanna talk to me, only my girlfriend, because "she placed the order, she's my customer" I'm sure she knew I'd have told her that she tried making a large pizza with a small dough, overstretched it, then sold it anyway. Simple. But she wasn't gonna say sorry, or oops, and just make another pie. No, she wanted to rob my girlfriend.. So, she walks over, and immediately the irate pizza grandma flips open the box, grabs a slice, and calls us liars. Says the pizza "isn't see-thru" when we're literally looking thru it like it's stained glass . The woman is delusional . Then, she accuses us of eating half the pizza. We are 2 slices out of the 12. Mind you, idk why she cut it into 12, this isn't a 2nd grade birthday party, but anyway, I digress. 10/12 is in no way half. And, I'm not sure how she expected us to know for sure it was crap just by looking at it. We each ate a slice, shouldn't be an issue . Well, she throws $12 at my girlfriend as a refund for the $22 pizza, and slams the door in our faces . Well, after my girlfriend banged on the door, she threw another $3 at her and told us we were trespassing .... Gaslighting pizza granny stole $7 from us .. The police said she does this all the time and there was nothing they could do .. Ohh, and the salad had black lettuce in there, completely wilted. I'm surprised it didn't mold.

Top 100 US pizzeria rated on Yelp! Definitely right! Delicious pizza, Martha is super friendly! If you’re a Great Divide Rider, make sure to stop there, she will give you important info over the weather and what to expect over the coming days

I stopped by after a very long road trip. It was delicious and the woman was very nice to both me and my dog! I got a jumbo pepperoni pizza and was very pleased with the thin crispy crust and the cheese/sauce ratio. I'll definitely be back when I'm in town again. Thanks Mamacitas!

Mamacita’s Pizza is truly exceptional. Her crust stands out—thin, crispy, and delightfully bubbly. She uses high-quality ingredients generously piled on top, ensuring every bite bursts with flavor. We tried a veggie pizza with sausage, and it was absolutely perfect. You can order pizza and subs to go, or enjoy your meal in the charming outdoor covered area, complete with picnic style tables.

This tiny little spot in Abiquiu doesn't look like much, but man oh man do they put out delicious pizza. We stopped to grab a pizza and take with us to our accommodations. We stepped up to the order window and the woman took our order, and we sat outside at the picnic tables and waited about 20 minutes. We were handed a hot pizza box and we were on our way. As we drove, the smell of a perfectly cooked pizza filled the car. Once we got to our room, we sat out on our patio and enjoyed a perfectly cooked pizza. It was delicious! Don't expect much service. The woman was very matter of fact, was a bit more friendly when she brought our pizza out. But we weren't expecting much, just great pizza and Mamacita absolutely delivered.

I do believe the pizza was left over from earlier in the day. Over cooked and dry. It would have been good if it would have been fresh. Wings "were not" meaty as stated on menu. Lady who did order was very friendly. Come to this area often so sadly will not be back.

I was looking forward to trying this pizza per reviews and word of mouth. Roadrunner pizza was more like pizza jerky or cardboard. It was dry and crust was burnt. Wings were not meaty as stated in menu. I would not recommend.

The lady was so rude, the only reason it gets 3 stars is because the pizza was actually pretty good. HOWEVER. Mamacita was rude. I placed the order early in the evening and the website says they don't close until 8. But for some reason the lady was very short with me and saying they close earlier than 8 and implying it was inconvenient for her, but maybe she could squeeze another order in. She kept cutting me off while I was ordering and acting like I was wasting her time! Then she said she could only make an extra large because she "ran out of mediums and larges." LADY. YOU MAKE THE DOUGH AND THE SIZE BY HAND. What does she mean she ran out of larges??? I think she just wanted to make more money off of us tbh but we didn't care. Then she said the order would be ready in 40 mins and to "make sure to be on time." 30 mins later she calls us and says, "Um, where are you? I have been waiting for you to pick up your order so that I can close up" as if it's my fault. Terrible customer service, good food. ‍

Good pizza in the middle of nowhere. Mamacita seems a little grouchy, but I suppose if I had to run a business at that crossroads, I would be grouchy too good pizza.

Didn't even make it inside to order before I was being yelled at by the owner. We arrived for an early dinner and decided to get a drink first at the bar next door. As we were walking to the bar she came out and yelled at us saying that if we weren't ordering food we couldn't park there. I told her we were coming right back to order after a drink. She called the bar while we were there and had the bar owner tell us we had to move our car. The locals said all she does is yell at her customers so we ultimately decided we didn't feel welcome. As we were going to our car she came outside to yell at us again "thanks a lot!". Don't waste your money here. Try cafe sierra negra up the road, food AND customer service is excellent!!!

Honestly one of the best pizzas I've had. Stands up to some of my favorite pies from New York and New Jersey. And yes, they (still) require you to wear a mask, even just ordering through a window from the outside. Deal with it, the pizza's well worth the incredibly minor inconvenience I highly recommend taking your pie next door to Los Caminos, to enjoy with a cold beer or two.

Great pizza, no nonsense. Consistent quality, served quickly and always on time. Great value, order larger, the leftovers are also great. If you want to eat inside with a beer, there's a friendly bar right next door where you can eat and finish off the night with a game of pool.

I just had one of the best meals. I had a Roadrunner piazza which was pepperoni and green Chilli. I had a Caesar salad and bread sticks. Just wonderful. The proprietor, Mamacita , does everything. Cooks, takes orders, delivers the food to the outside picnic tables. She is not a warm and fuzzy person , just a ruthless perfectionist cook. The eating area is ringed with signs encouraging normal behavior. Also she requires people ordering at her window to wear a mask. Apparently this sets some people off. Go for the piazza. Sit and enjoy, gazing at the blue sky. Enjoy food prepared with high standards and care, served hot by a woman who expects people to stay off her tables, control their pets and children and not swear at each other. What a deal!

I'm a pizza snob. I can sniff out the bad stuff, this however is the BEST stuff. I was on a roadtrip and starving and like an oasis in the desert Mamacita's appeared. Wow. Mamacita knows her stuff! The pizza was thin, but not like a cracker, like a proper hand tossed pizza. The sauce is perfectly portioned. She has every topping you could want. LOVED this magical surprise and this delicious pizza!

I live in ABIQUIU, and Mamacita is the best pizza!! I would drive from Santa Fe if I had to because she is such an amazing person and a gift to our local community. Her sandwiches are incredible, but her pizza is to die for. It's thin crust, and she watches over it and makes it with love every time. Couldn't recommend it anymore, and Mamacita herself is an amazing woman with a big heart.

We finally made it to Mamacita's after hearing about it for a year. And we just live a few miles down the road in Espanola. The pizza was everything it should have been and the salad was crisp, fresh and filling, with great dressing. We just loved Marta. And true to the reviews, she was rude. But not to us -to the three fellows who came up, ordered, bothered us (two women) while we were trying to eat, and then attempted to bring liquor onto the patio. I was so impressed with her handling of the entire situation. We got dinner and a show and loved every minute of it. We wil be back very soon to try the subs and the wings!!!!!

The pizza at Mamacita's used to be outstanding (we hadn't visited in a couple of years) but, unfortunately, we were disappointed during our last visit. Maybe inflation is to blame? The pizza we kept coming back for had a medium thickness, the one we were served last week was very thin. Don't get me wrong, we enjoyed the great flavor of the homemade sauce and good quality cheese and toppings but, though the crust is still crispy, when you pick up a slice, it's limp because it is very, very thin. I don't think we'll return, now it really isn't worth the long drive. Pity.

I've lived down the road for two years. Mamacita and her pizza is a gift to Abiquiu! The pizza is delicious. The crust is crisp with a nice chew. How does she do that!! They are cooked to bubble and golden. Total classic coast pizza. It's such a treat to have such an incredible restaurant in the desert!

Amazing service and even better pizza! We ordered 10 pizzas for work and they were all amazing. Thank you for accommodating our entire crew!

i had my first Mamacita's pizza today, and wow it was so good. The Roadrunner pizza is a perfect blend of fresh mozzarella, pepperoni, sausage and green chiles. It was mid afternoon and fairly quiet which gave us the opportunity to visit with the owner. She was cordial, engaging, and treated us and our poodle Charley with warmth and hospitality. Folks have posted comments about the signs with all the rules, nothing onerous about the rules. Mama's house, Mama's rules...pretty easy to follow and stay out of trouble. Great local establishment, we'll definitely be back.

You drive up to this place and immediately you ask yourself what's the pizza place doing in the middle of Abiquiu? You walk in the door and the owner, cook and waitress immediately gives you the rundown on what is good,how it's made,and what would you like. She holds nothing back and lets you know, she's been around for 14 years and there's a reason. We ordered the veggie pizza with chopped green chili, and the salad with Italian dressing. No-frills, no public bathrooms, simply picnic tables outside to eat your meal. We decided it was a little cold outside so we sat in the car to eat our lunch. She called out that our order was ready and we prepared to eat. We split the salad and placed the pizza in the middle to share. The salad was chopped with great veggies from cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, mixed greens and olives with the dressing was on the side. The pizza came out hot and smelled delicious! We had not had lunch and a very small breakfast so we were digging right in! The salad was fresh and the pizza had great crust and topped high with veggies. The chili was authentic!!!! Nothing sissy about it! Hot and not made for the tourist! She was very sure of that and I could not agree more. You get what you order at Mamacita's! No frills just great pizza with fresh ingredients!

I've had many great meals here. The proprietor has always been gruff but decent. Last night, she was repeatedly unkind, then nasty. We all have bad days, and it was clear she had something very stressful, and I feel for her... but when you take out your anger on your customers, you lose customers. I won't be back, nor will any of my friends.

The BEST pizza. A true New York-style pie! Our Airbnb host recommended it and we had passed it a few times driving in and out of town. We also had a great time chatting with the owner and were really impressed with her business and how she got there. We got the pizza to go, but there was outdoor seating as well. The owner was strictly enforcing the mask mandate which was great to see her care over the health and safety of her customers. It's crazy the amount of hassle these small business owners are being given from customers about wearing masks. Bottom line: great pizza, friendly owner, don't miss it!

Thrilled this place was open today. What a treat! Had the supreme. The crust was wonderfully crunchy and thin.

If you're looking for delicious, thin crust pizza made with love, this is the place. Mamacitas was such a pleasant experience. We could not leave a tip as we paid with card, but this review should show how much we enjoyed the pizza and environment here, as we literally just pulled out of the parking lot as I'm writing this. The customer service was even better. The owner is hard-working and trying to keep her family safe during the pandemic, and is very respectful in asserting her policy wishes. Could not recommend more.

Fantastic pizza, in the middle of . . . well, almost nowhere! Beautiful scenery, too! Generous toppings, lovely thin crust, and a great chicken Caesar salad, too! This is a one-person business, and somehow, she makes it work GREAT! And she insists that we wear masks ~ which is a PLUS, as far as I'm concerned ! Some people are extremely rude because they don't want to put on a mask , even for the moment it takes to pick up rheir order and pay ~ that seems incredibly selfish! Thus the few one-star reviews ~ which says more about them than about the excellent experience you can have at Mamacita's!

great roadrunner pizza! Great service and personable owner! Thanks for a little break from camping!

There are not a lot of restaurants in Abiquiu, so we stopped here for a quick bite and were surprisingly impressed by how incredible the pizza is. Great ingredients, flavorful, perfectly crisp crust. We'll definitely be back the next time we're driving in that direction. Not much for atmosphere or chic vibes, but it's the best darn pizza I've ever had.

Mamacita will be a forever stop on trips to New Mexico moving forward. Not only was the pizza absolutely delicious and made with the freshest farm to table ingredients, but it was homemade by Mamacita (Marta) herself. We walked in and she charmed us with her quick run down of why her pizza was great! From her awards to her ingredients to why she moved from NY to this tiny town to serve up pizza, we fell in love. As per Marta's recommendation, we ordered our pizza to go and ate it with crisp glasses of Lambrusco at the teeny bar next door. The bartender Tony was everything Marta said he would be--funny, charming, and polite. This stop was hands down one of our absolute favorites on our NM road trip and we cannot wait to come back. Cheers to you Marta! In our eyes, you truly define happiness! Thank you for sharing your out of this world pizza and story with us!

This is the best pizza I've ever eaten. It came out quickly and it came out hot! It was perfect texture and there's a covered patio so we could sit with our dogs while it rained out. Would 110% recommend making the stop, THANK ME LATER! Here's a pic of the aftermath to prove my point;) & we got the jumbo

It took me about a year living here to finally catch this place when it was open. The hours are super limited and despite only being open 3 days per week they often close early. But one day I was riding on my motor bike and smelled mamacitas enticing aroma from afar. So I scooted on over to try me a pie. At first I was put off by all the audacious signs everywhere saying things like "NO CURSING" "NO YELLING" and the like. I was afraid a nun would jump out and start beating me with a ruler when I let out an expletive after I noticed I didn't bring a mask to this kooky place that requires masks OUTSIDE. Then I remembered I had this filthy old one smashed in the bottom of my backpack. At this point I'm thinking geez I'm already exhausted and I haven't even ordered yet. But I muster up the energy to order the roadrunner pizza. Soon it was ready so I strapped it on my motor bike and headed off in the horizon. The pizza was a little overcooked tbh but it was a cool experience checking out the local vibes.

Decent pizza but a horrific reception from the owner. Avoid this place at all costs. It's a dump.

WOW. I lived in New York City for 30 years and LOVED grabbing a slice of pizza at many of the fantastic New York pizza spots. I've never had a an amazing slice of pizza since leaving New York.... until NOW!!! This is GREAT pizza!! The most amazing crust... crispy, yet chewy at the same time. Delicious sauce... and just a great slice of pizza. We were on our way to Plaza Blanca, and stopped at Mamacitas for lunch. It's a one person business, and the owner is just fantastic. Super friendly, and straight to the point with her pizzas! She even gave us a map and told us EXACTLY how to get to Plaza Blanca (which is not easy to find). We even considered grabbing another pizza on the way back to Santa Fe to eat later that evening... but we didn't want to be too oink oink. HIGHLY recommend this place... Some of the best pizza I've ever had!!

Our pizza was great and we enjoyed it while driving down the highway during Covid because we needed to be traveling for health issues. I did not appreciate the little note telling me to "stay home"! You do not know my story. I do not need your input. You are extremely abrupt to the point of being rude. Lighten up and be kind. These are troubled times. I did enjoy your pizza. I did not enjoy my encounter with YOU......

My sister and I are from Albuquerque and we heard that this pizza was worth the drive up. We stopped for a late lunch. The owner is direct and to the point about what's available, how it can be ordered, and any accommodations that can be made. Took 15 minutes to get our pizza and it smelled amazing in the box! The owner was great and stood out front and chatted for a few minutes with us. Anyone leaving negative reviews about her obviously did not take a moment to try to engage her in conversation. She's great and having all my family from New York I certainly appreciate the direct approach and the great pizza! There are many great spots along the way to sit and enjoy the pizza. It's fresh, great crust, great flavor, and it's obviously made from scratch! I highly recommend this place if you visit. This place is a total winner as is Marta! We will be back!

Stopped here with my Mom after a great music weekend at Ghost Ranch. What a great end to an amazing time! Chef uses whole milk mozzarella for her pizza which was perfectly thin and crispy. She grinds her own tomatoes for the red sauce. NY style pizza in the middle of the desert!!! Wonders never cease!!!

Stopped by yesterday afternoon after a long morning on the road. We were looking for a dog friendly place to grab a bite. Owner gave us a quick rundown of the menu and the house rules (dogs on a leash), issued our pup a dog biscuit, we ordered a couple drinks and a pie, and waited. After a very short wait, she brought out the pizza. Knocked our socks off. Will be headed back this way soon to try out the burger, can't wait. This place is a diamond in the rough.

This tiny place makes and amazing crispy crust with fresh ingredients. Had the white pizza. Probably the best pizza I've had in twenty years! Well worth the stop. One person shop currently, maybe due to Covid. Owner is a character, loved it.

Amazing pizza -- some of the best I've tasted in all of North America. All fresh, made on the spot, piping hot, and totally delicious. This is a tiny, tiny place just off the highway; take-away only, no seating. And Marta is simply delightful to talk to while the pizza is cooking.

Thank you Mamacita Pizzeria! We were having a craving for NY pizza on a cold NM night and Mamacita delivered! We had the Rio Arriba and some of those fab garlic sticks! Pizza was delicious - the dough was awesome, the sauce and toppings fresh and yummy! So happy you are open and that you keep going! Thanks for the notes on the box! Special touch! From one New Yorker (and New Mexican) to another - you rock and so does your pizza!

Ordered a jumbo supreme pie with fresh jalapeños and enjoyed every bite of it. The crust was SPOT on and the meat was fantastic - and I'm not a meat person! We only ate a few slices for lunch but am happy to report it perked up WONDERFULLY in the oven for dinner a few hours later. Fantastic and we will certainly be back! Thanks, Mamacita!

Mamacita's Pizzeria is to New York style pizza what Al Yeganeh's original Soup Kitchen International was to home made soups. You come for the food, not the service. Unless you are bringing out-of-town guests to get a pie from the "pizza nazi", in which case the owner's antics and attitude are part of the show. Minus one star for the fly-infested front entrance and picnic area.

Where does "one" even begin.. The owner of this establishment must first higher someone to take care of customers. Clearly this lady has no business dealing with public. I'm not sure what spooked me first.. The fly tapes that were hanging in her kitchen or the horrid signage that is posted near the picnic tables. The owner of this establishment prides herself on claiming she has the second best pizza in the state, however she does NOT pride herself in customer service or public relations. Is the the pizza good? At this point it doesn't even matter, my families overall view was tainted by this woman's nastiness. One word "HORRID" just like the nasty fly tape and signage in her establishment is my overall opinion. Close your eyes, look away, do not stop or wave as you go by. Rather step on the gas and leave this in the back of your rear view mirror!

Mamacitas is off the beaten path with average pizza, and would have to agree with some of the tips & reviews that she is a strange bird but opens up shortly after you try to be friendly toward her. To bad so sad..... hasta la vista baby. Unacceptable hospitality from any business owner, I suggest Mamacita stop being so callused and up her Pizza Game! Ciao

1st impression when I called in the order was the customer service needed some work. The lady who took my order was very short and I felt rushed. However when I picked up the order, the owner was a very funny. Go figure. We ordered the roadrunner which was a very tasty pizza, the dough is what made it bomb. I would definitely order the pizza again. However, the fish sandwich wasn't the best. There was a whole a lot of bread and very little fish. The cesear salad was bland. The place was a hit and miss but if your cursing through and getting hungry, the pizza is the way to go.

When people say there is a place with good east coast pizza in the mountain time zone I'm always skeptical...welp, here it is! Abiqui, NM of all places! My husband and I are officially in love with this place and even though it's 4 hour drive away, I expect we will be back many times. Owner is a charming character who clearly is passionate about what she does. Such a fun suprise!

Amazing pizza! Best in the West! I'm used to high level pizza from Philly and New York, and Mamacita can compete with the best of them. Best ingredients, killer sauce, excellent dough! Of all places - Abiquiu, NM. Georgia O'Keefe country. A totally unexpected delight on Highway 84. If you're a serious pizza aficionado, this is the place! P.S. almost forgot... get the Garlic Sticks as well. Delicious!!!

Mamacitas pizza rocks!! I have lived in New York City for 30 years and by far this pizza competes with the best we have ever eaten. Cooked to order, super fresh "authentic" ingredients, and the fabulous Mamacita herself is there to greet you. It is an oasis in the desert in terms of homemade quality food and should be a must on anyone's list traveling in the area! GOOD TIP..if you are headed to Ghost Ranch, you can pick up pizza and or homemade sandwiches to picnic on the grounds!

The lady that owns this place has a horrible attitude. She couldn't get her credit card machine working, so we couldn't eat here. I asked if she had a reason and she just yelled at me that it was posted on the door. She said I could use the restroom at the bar next door but not without paying. There is no indoor seating here, so unless you're local and taking it home, it makes for a cold drinking experience. I'm glad I couldn't give her my money.

Excellent service and delicious pizza! The owner is very friendly and helpful if you are looking for places around town. Much better than Cafe Abiquiu!

Marta is wonderful human and really yummy pizza, too! Great stop! Enjoy the food, enjoy the stories, enjoy the hospitality!

This pizza is INCREDIBLE. We took down a 14 inch pie in under 10 minutes and can't stop talking about it. I meant to take a photo as soon as we opened the box but we accidentally ate half of it immediately. It's doughy and crunchy and the cheese tastes high quality. We were not expecting to find good pizza around here, but it's really some of the best I've ever had. Mamacita was super sweet and fun to talk with (see the adorable note she left on our box -- for reference, I'm pregnant). There's no indoor seating, but the bar next door is the perfect spot to hang with a drink while you wait if it's cold out. Go go go!

Amazing pizza! Got a large pizza with pepperoni and green chilies which was so tasty, definitely a great stop to make if you're doing a road trip.