Mama Mila's - Columbia

My husband and I ate at your restaurant for our Anniversary. The food was delicious and we will definitely be back! If heaven has food, it would definitely be Mama Mila's. Still dreaming about the focaccia and delicious pasta I ate there. The mocha pot is a must if you like coffee to finish off your meal.

If you can't wait to meet a restaurant owner with an attitude, then this restaurant is your chance. Meet Mama Mila! And don't worry if you can't pronounce her name right. She'll correct you. And if you read her responses to other reviewers and somehow sense that she is extremely demeaning to her critics. Well you're wrong. She's not condescending. She's just Italian.Her dream-come-true restaurant is set in a rickety warehouse with a very thoughtful--wait for it--cafeteria layout. Never mind if the bathroom doorknob falls off and startles the occupant inside. It's just character. It might be difficult to navigate between the packed tables to get your own silverware, your own drinks, and your own togo boxes, but what should you expect? If you have to ask for something like extra napkins, Mama Mila might remind you of the inconvenience that causes, but at least she'll give you a couple. Never mind that you were reassured by the greeter before paying at the counter leaving a big tip that you would be well taken care of at your table. Even if no one takes care of you, you should be grateful. This is a small business after all. Why should any of that matter anyway? Mila's is about the food!Yes, the food. It's all in the sauce. That's why if the pasta-half of the dish tastes like it came from a box, don't worry. It was made in Italy. And if the flavorless meatballs taste like nothing more than what the name suggests--well that's what you ordered. So be happy and enjoy!This isn't some corporate restaurant chain. This is a family-owned restaurant. An Italian family. If you call about the extra fees for things like tap water that were discretely added to your bill, well how dare you question the boss. It's just the authentic Italian experience. Forget that the person taking the order didn't let you review it or repeat it back to you, or courteously let you know about the fees. How could you not have known before you paid? Can't you read? Unlike customer service the corporate way, Mama Mila doesn't want to listen to you. She'll talk at you and over you instead. And if you thought that was all--Mama Mila delivers even more--she tells you before hanging up that she's been recording the call. Perhaps she can't get enough of listening to herself talk. And why would she need your consent to record your call anyway? Didn't you read the url? Mama Mila's Mafia. You should have known.

My wife and I moved to Columbia from Texas and stumbled upon this gem of a restaurant. From the warm welcome to the delicious food, we felt right at home. The staff's friendliness and the mouthwatering dishes made our visit unforgettable. Thank you for making us feel so welcome! We'll be back soon!

Everything sounded amazing but you have to try the Fat Tony! It is a personal size lasagna with homemade Alfredo and homemade marinara sauce combined over the whole thing. Soooo amazing. I’m not from here and may not have the opportunity to come back because I’m many states away but if you are passing through or live close enough to come try it out- you absolutely should!

We were greeted at the door by the owner made to feel at home from the beginning! The food was incredible! You will not want Italian food anywhere else. This place will definitely be added to our regular weekend restaurant rotation! Small business is also a plus...