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Benvenuti & Buon appetito! From the hills of Parma, in northen Italy, to the dining tables of Mamma Teresa’s in Ottawa, The Boselli Family brought the best of traditional Italian cuisine. Ten years after the family arrived in 1960, Giuliano and his mother, Mamma Teresa, opened the doors to a world of tempting tastes. Together, they prepared the dishes of Italy, always remaining true to the original recipes, and creating a new tradition of dining pleasure for the National Capital area. The people of Parma, in the Emilia Romagna region, are noted for their zest for life. They enjoy good food and fine wine in a friendly and warm ambiance. Mamma Teresa brings to life their legendary hospitality. When Giuliano and his mother established Mamma Teresa’s, they had a tradition of great cooking to build upon. Together, they succeeded, their efforts have been rewarded, their dreams have come true. Today, Mamma Teresa is world reknown for its fine food and very special atmosphere. Politicians more... See more text

Cuisine type

  • Italian,

Dishes

  • Pasta,
  • Pizza,

Features

  • Restaurant With Terrace,
  • Restaurant With Private Rooms,

Atmosphere

  • Casual,
  • Family,

Products and Services

  • Italian Cuisine,
  • Pasta,
  • Wine,
  • Seafood,
  • Italian Restaurant,

Languages Spoken

  • English,
  • Italian,
Location
21 Florence St, Ottawa, ON K2P 0W6
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Sometimes great things come from humble beginnings, and this is certainly true of Mamma Teresa Ristorante. In 1960, the Boselli family left the hills of Parma in Northern Italy and settled in Canada's capital. The family brought with them their lust for life, great wine, traditional homemade Italian cuisine and the warm hospitality of a traditional family dinner.

In 1970, Giuliano Boselli and his mother, Mamma Teresa, decided to share these passion with their new hometown, so they opened their arms and kitchen doors to the public with a small family business named in honour of the family matriarch: Mamma Teresa Ristorante. 

Located in the heart of downtown Ottawa close to Parliament Hill, Mamma Teresa Ristorante has been the spot for politicians to dine and debate since the 1980s. "There's a lot of history in these walls," says co-owner Frank Schimizzi. "We are known as the unofficial 'Liberal headquarters' and the Trudeau's are regular diners. The constitution was signed here!" he exclaims, pointing to a wall covered in historic photos and autographed head shots.

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if you are looking for a good italian meal with...

if you are looking for a good italian meal with a super service,this is the place to reserve. excellent.

Atmosphere: 5/5
Food: 5/5
Service: 5/5
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Low grade food with matching wine Service is a...

Low grade food with matching wine Service is a joke Used to be a good place in the old time, too bad

Atmosphere: 3/5
Food: 3/5
Service: 2/5
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The steak looked as if it was boiled- grey and...

The steak looked as if it was boiled- grey and rubbery- the italian food was average- rather go to a cafe on Preston St, Another old Ottawa restaurant that can't make the grade with the better new comers. Overrated and overpriced.

Atmosphere: 3/5
Food: 3/5
Service: 3/5
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The largest menu I have ever seen. How can they...

The largest menu I have ever seen. How can they do any one thing good? Well at our table of 6, there were 6 things not very good. Even the basic tomato sauce was bland.This is an old Ottawa intitution and has rested on it's laurels far too long. Soory to see something so revered go down.

Atmosphere: 2/5
Food: 2/5
Service: 2/5
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Giuliano Boselli and his mother Teresa opened this restaurant in 1970 to showcase the tastes of Parma, Northern Italy, in the Canadian capital. The friendly, warm and welcoming Italian way of living comes to life through the homey atmosphere at Mamma Teresa’s. Enjoy al fresco dining on the relaxing outdoor patio during the summer months. Menu highlights include veal bocconcini stuffed with fine meat and cheese, as well as a hard-to-resist risotto Parma Rosa.

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Established in 1970 by Guilano Bosseli, many a Canadian politician and celebrity have dined here, enjoying his mother’s Parma-inspired comfort food. Legend has it, the Canada Act of 1982 materialized over plates of pasta prepared by Teresa herself. Her recipes are still served today and include family-favourite staples such as cannelloni al forno, linguini in clam sauce, fettuccine alfredo, and spaghetti aglio olio picante with porcini mushrooms. Rather than ordering individual plates, ask for a pasta sampler and share a few different dishes. Be sure to check out the autographed photos of famous diners adorning the walls.

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Mamma Teresa Ristorante brings an authentic dining experience to Centretown with their traditional Italian cuisine. Pasta lunches are complemented with the soup of the day or a salad picked by the chef. Spaghetti Mamma Teresa comes with meat, mushrooms and cream sauce, while their linguine alla Tina is served with smoked salmon and shrimp.

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