Mamma Zu

804-788-4205
501 S Pine St
Richmond, VA 23220
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Restaurants
Italian

Customer Reviews (41 reviews)

mandtwise

on Citysearch Jul 18, 2009
My husband and I decided to give this Richmond known restaurant a shot. Not knowing ANYTHING about the restaurant we parked and saw a crowd of about 15 people outside of a very shabby building. Dont judge yet, I said. We... (more)

LMMNorfolk

on Citysearch Jun 06, 2009
Everyone raves about Mamma Zu. I admit the food is good, but is it really worth the wait? To me, no it is not. The owners obviously have played the shabby decor, aging building and rude staff cards to their advantage.... (more)

CSMobileUser

on Citysearch May 03, 2009
The food incredible!,quality and taste, mouth watering.for a memorable dining experiance this is the place...brings little italy to richmond.picture perfect. (more)

cecilibogardus

on Citysearch Apr 11, 2009
Nice! The wine selection is great and the food is delicious. I enjoyed the pasta, since I am a pasta lover! The food is excellent, but you must remember they dont take cards, so bring cash.... (more)

DoublePisces

on Citysearch Mar 28, 2009
I left Richmond 4 years ago and still dream about the food at Mamma Zu's. Get there early, go on a weeknight, take cash or an Amex card (although they may still take checks), and if you like fish, order whatever fish you... (more)

PiperValentine

on Citysearch Feb 15, 2009
I'm surprised to see reviews by people who claim that the food at Mama Zu's is pricey and that you'd better bring cash. Mama Zu's offers HUGE plates of food at reasonable prices and some really excellent wines at only a... (more)

aligib14

on Citysearch Jan 07, 2009
The food is amazing! However last time we were there we ordered a bottle of wine, 2 apps, 2 entrees, 1 desert and coffee. We had been there for about 1.5 hours and the server asked us to hurry up!! I asked to speak to the... (more)

krushhoo32

on Citysearch Jan 02, 2009
Other reviewers have discussed service. The few times I've been, I haven't had problems with the service. I've actually had very good service. GET THERE EARLY!!! It's only open on weekends starting at 5:30pm. Get... (more)

nkane11

on Citysearch Dec 19, 2008
It may not be in the best part of town but it has a very cool atmosphere. Yes they staff doesn't kiss your butt but they get the job done. On the other hand, this is the !best! Most Authentic italian restaurant in VA. The... (more)

j556546

on Citysearch Nov 28, 2008
I never got to taste the food. We got there and signed up since all the tables (about 15 - 20 total) were full. I Swear nobody would leave. We waited about 30 minutes and people kept coming in and signing up to wait but... (more)
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