Mama Lou's Italian Kitchen - Venice Grand Canal Mall in Metro Manila

"I've tried a good amount of Italian places in Manila and I must say this one is the best one for me so far. They are just consistent across the board with their salad, appetizers and pasta. Enough choices for a group and the price is not too hefty. They do allow pets in the outside seating which is nice since I mostly travel with my puppy. We shared some dishes with the 3 of us and we had a great amount to share since it's actually a good size portion and not Filipino portions. Customer service is also outstanding. I would come back definitely"

"We celebrated my sister’s birthday here, and we were so happy with our overall experience. The restaurant has a homey yet elegant vibe. The space is clean and cutesy, perfect for photos without feeling over the top. Here’s what we ordered: • Fritto Misto Platter – a great starter for sharing, everyone enjoyed it (8/10) • Truffle Fries – spot on and flavorful (9/10) • Golden Caramelized Onion Zuppe – decent, but not our favorite (6/10) • Spinach and Goat Cheese Pizza – absolutely loved this (10/10) • Mama Lou’s Special – a must try (10/10) • Ravioli Spinachi – rich and satisfying (10/10) • Pork Chop with Garlic Rice – (7/10) • Italian Roast Chicken with Mashed Potato –(7/10) • Tuna Belly with Garlic Rice – nicely done (8/10) • Linguine Spinachi with Capers & Salmon – well balanced and delicious (9/10) • Mama Tea – refreshing with a kick (8/10) Overall, we truly enjoyed both the food and the ambiance. The staff were professional, friendly, and prompt, which made the celebration even more special. This is definitely the kind of place you’d think of when celebrating something meaningful or simply hanging out with friends and family."

"Thank you very much, Mama Lou's Venice Piazza branch for accommodating us Kudos to Sir Mike, Sir Carlo and the rest of the team & staffs for their great service. Super duper love the foods especially the Lucio's Truffle Pasta (my personal favorite), Spinach & Goat Cheese Pizza, Fried Chicken and Pork chop"

"We liked the buratta salad. All cheese pizza was also great. Place was noisy. But sat all our big family"

"The food was great, especially the ribeye steak even if it sits on your plate for a while it is still delicious and tender. The pizzas and pastas were also good. Some of the dishes on the menu are not available during our visit, mostly the gelato and the cakes and one of the steak and some of the pasta. They offered us their membership card that gave us 15% discount in our total bill which is a big help. Some of our orders were late because the waiter wasn’t attentive on getting our orders. We have to reorder again that costs us another 20minutes waiting time. Our table was also missing a pair of utensil and a plate which I had to repeatedly tried to follow up personally near their workstation three times on the manager and the waiter before it was finally noticed. They don’t react when you push the button of the “call” device that was placed on the table thus you need to really get their attention. We asks some of the staff to take photo but refused instead especially the guy with a tie. There are not much customer at that time. Overall the food was great and the ambience is good but the service needs to be improved."

"We tried their pizza and pasta, and they were very delicious. I initially thought it was a Filipino restaurant, but it is actually Italian. There are many other yummy foods to try, and I have to say, this is the best iced tea I've tried so far. The ambiance is nice too. But do note that the location is near the entrance. It can get quite noisy, especially on weekends with people busking nearby, but the food makes it worth it."

"I loved their pizza and their unique tuyo pasta, which was a delightful blend of salty and savory. However, the mushroom appetizer fell short for me, lacking flavor and appeal. The fried chicken was also a miss; the breading was hard instead of crispy, which made it less enjoyable."

"Outstanding Service and Delicious Food – A Restaurant Worth Returning To This was my first time having breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the same restaurant in the same day, and it certainly won’t be my last. I’ve tried several of their pizzas and pastas, and they were absolutely delicious. However, what truly kept me coming back was the exceptional service. The staff, including the manager, were attentive to every table’s needs. Water, ice, and condiments were always offered proactively, ensuring a seamless dining experience. It’s rare to find a place that excels in both food and service. I’ll definitely be returning!"