Unique, Cozy and Tons of Fun
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Been coming here for years, and I can honestly say there is no place like it in Seattle. Sure, its not ultra modern, clean and slick, but thats what makes it special. Its old world Italian style, and very charming. Close your eyes while "O Sole Mio" is playing, and you're whisked away to a small Italian villa. The staff is very attentive, and make you feel right at home. Everyone helps to make sure you have everything you need. Its a great atmosphere!!
The food comes in good portions, perfect for finishing off your hunger pains, and the bread is ridiculously addictive. Nowhere else will you find fresh baked breadsticks, and they are goooooooood! Great fresh fish with prawns, roasted veggies and risotto. Meat sauce way better than your mom used to make. Even just a simple marinara has such great flavors there. This is why Italians eat so much at dinner. Cuz its DAM GOOD!
Tuesday is the day to go, with half priced bottles of wine, Brian playing piano, and its not incredibly crowded. If you go on the weekend, make reservations, or you will surely find yourself waiting by the door, with hosts, bussers and servers trying to worm their way past you (been there, done that).
But don't let that stop you. Just go and visit Mamma Melina, bring your voracious appetite and enjoy!
Pros: fresh bread, good prices, quality food and service
Cons: small tables, crowded