Mama’s On The Hill

Visited Mama’s on the Hill for the first time while in town over the July 4th weekend. The restaurant is located in The Hill, a historic St. Louis neighborhood known for its Italian roots and restaurants—many of which have achieved national recognition. With roughly 75% of residents identifying as Italian, the area definitely leans into its cultural heritage. The restaurant was packed, likely due to the holiday and limited dining options nearby—but even with the crowd, we managed to get seated fairly quickly, which was a pleasant surprise. We were a large group of 8, and while service took a little time to get going, the staff was friendly and helpful. Once the food came out, it arrived hot and appeared freshly prepared. At the table, you're welcomed with sliced white bread and seasoned oil—a simple but appreciated touch. I ordered the Eggplant Parmigiana. While the dish was flavorful, the eggplant slices were thicker than I prefer. It came with a small portion of spaghetti (choice of marinara or white sauce). The flavor was fine overall, but not particularly memorable. The house salad was underwhelming—droopy bagged lettuce with little appeal. Others in our party ordered meat-based dishes. The baked lasagna came in a very generous portion, but note: it contains pork. One person’s Chicken Alfredo was a bit dry, but the kitchen provided extra sauce upon request. Most others seemed satisfied with their meals. Heads up: For large parties, they automatically add a 30% “convenience fee” to the check, which appears to cover gratuity. Be sure to review your bill before tipping. The atmosphere is retro and cozy, likely unchanged for decades, which gives it nostalgic charm—especially for those familiar with the restaurant’s history. All in all, Mama’s on the Hill delivers a classic Italian dining experience. It may not blow you away, but it’s a solid stop—particularly if you’re a meat eater or want to soak in some St. Louis Italian tradition. Vegetarians may want to manage expectations. Street parking (Don't think they have a parking lot)

Fabulous dinner! We were told prior to visiting that the toasted ravioli appetizer was a must. Confirmed! Best lasagna ever had. Ate about 1/3. Took rest home for 2 more meals! The chicken Modiga was fantastic. Make reservations. We booked a month in advance for trip from Cincinnati. Slammed on Saturday. Got table 30-min after reservation. Worth the wait. Staff and server kicked butt!

So So So delicious. I highly suggest making a reservation. OK so to start we had the cheese toasted raviolis. They were so good. I had a white peach sangria, he had a beer. Our waiter was such a nice young man and he took great care of us. The bread with oil was yummy. My husband and I both had the baked lasagna which was just the best, and a large portion. My son got the beef raviolis which he completely devoured. We really enjoyed it and will absolutely be back the next time we are in from Tennessee. Thanks to all the staff at Mama's for a fabulous dinner.

I heard The Hill was THEE place to go to get delicious, authentic Italian food. I randomly picked Mama’s because I gravitated towards their name and saw the great rating! I was BLOWN AWAY by the delicious food! I got the fried ravioli, cheese and meat, as an appetizer. DELISH! The marinara sauce that comes with it really elevated the flavors! I ordered the baked lasagna and from the very first bite, LOVED the dish! I’m saving a big portion for tomorrow! It’s a large portion! I got the cannoli for dessert, and it was also delicious! High marks for the quality and taste of their food! James was the bartender, and he is very knowledgeable about the food here and wines that pair with the dishes! I’d highly recommend this place!

Lunch on one of the hotter days this Summer down on The Hill at Mama’s. Food is good and service was very attentive and nice! No worries about eating here in the Summer if you are sensitive to warm restaurants. Room was nice and cool/cold and we like it cold! Caesar salad was excellent and the chicken modiga was good and I can recommend it for sure but I’ll probably order something different next time as everything our table has got great responses (lobster ravioli and carbonara). Only couple things that I’m not crazy about are the tables are small and you feel crammed, especially for us bigger guys and the side broccoli was a bit underwhelming (as I order broccoli everywhere when possible).

Rating: ★★★☆☆ Mama’s on the Hill offers a vibrant atmosphere and attentive service, making it a popular spot in St. Louis’s Italian district. The lasagna stood out as a highlight—rich, flavorful, and among the best I’ve had. However, some dishes didn’t meet expectations. The Caesar and capers salads lacked the freshness and flavor I anticipated, and the margarita with fresh tomato was underwhelming. Additionally, the bread served was disappointing. While the service was commendable, the inconsistencies in the food quality lead me to a 3-star rating

Worth the wait! We loved our entrees and apps. Dessert was subpar I think it may have been a little old.. the meatballs were a bit of a strange texture for my daughter but all in all we enjoyed

Went here for my boyfriend’s birthday and we loved it! It was highly recommended and this place did not disappoint. We loved the toasted ravioli and the main dishes were so good. I got the seafood linguine and it had a delish garlic creamy sauce with it! My bf got the spicy Penne Arrabiata and it really did have a kick to it!