Mamma Zu's

This place has been closed during the pandemic but I am eager for them to open back up as I live close by and frequent it regularly. It appears they have been doing some interior work, which was much needed as it felt dark and dingy before. The food here is 5/5, I have never had a bad meal and am now stuck on the eggplant parmesan. The service is not the best, which I understand is there schtick, but to me is just an excuse for the staff to not have to do their jobs better. I only tolerate it because the food is so delicious.

This Italian restaurant was a delicious hole in the wall. I loved the family style service. I highly recommend the pasta, and the squid salad. I don’t even like tiramisu and it was good. We loved these two bottles of red wine. Treana was my favorite. They take reservations for 6+ and everyone must be there in order to be seated.

Went to Mamma Zu last Thursday night for a date night. Great little spot. Classic RVA hole in the wall eatery that is often overseen by visitors. I would recommend this spot over many of the other mainstream restaurants in the area. Great food. It is a tight space but make yourself comfortable and enjoy the vibes with friends or your partner. The tiramisu is to die for and a dessert you do not want to miss out on!!!

Liked the intimate, family-like atmosphere and loved the authentic Italian cuisine, especially the pasta dishes and the red sauce! Food combined with the house red wine in short glasses reminded me of Europe and made this a memorable Italian family restaurant experience in Richmond! Will definitely come again!

I very much liked this place. I came here with my sister for a meal and wine. The place was unassuming and dark, which was what we wanted. Not a very fancy place, and it felt very intimate. I had the muscles in red sauce and highly recommend it. Thick pasta with a thin, almost watery sauce that just bearly clings to the noodles. I didn't get a chance to try their dessert but perhaps next time.

If you want great Italian food this is the place. We were visiting Richmond from Columbus Ohio and stumbled upon this place. We started with a caprese salad..tomatoes were ripe and flavorful, basil was fresh and the buffalo mozzarella cheese was delicious. For our main course I had the Italian sausage pasta and my husband had the lasagna...both were awesome. Service was great.

This is my favorite restaurant in Richmond, despite the fact that the decor is dark, ominous, and worn. I have never had a bad meal here. Also, i would order anything off the menu. I've eaten the calf's liver and i don't like liver! It is a testament to how good they are. Also, the prices are very low given the high quality of the food. Try them for lunch if you want the quality without the wait. Otherwise, you must be patient and your patience will be rewarded.