Mama Louisa's Italian Restaurant
Mama Louisa's Italian Restaurant serves traditional Italian-American trattoria cooking at 2041 S Craycroft Rd, with Joe's Special and Fried Calamari among its signatures.
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- Address
- 2041 S Craycroft Rd, Tucson, AZ 85711
- Phone
- +15207904702
- Website
- mamalouisas.com
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Traditional Italian-American trattoria on S Craycroft Road
Traditional Italian-American trattoria cooking anchors Mama Louisa's Italian Restaurant at 2041 S Craycroft Rd in Tucson. Casual service and casual dress keep the choice practical for lunch or dinner plans.
Joe's Special, Linguine Specials and beer
Joe's Special, Fried Calamari, Linguine Specials and the Hot Sicilian Grinder give the menu concrete anchors. Beer also figures in the beverage program, and conversational noise supports a meal built around talking.
Pricing, Compared
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mama Louisa's Italian Restaurant | $$ | , | Southeast Tucson, Traditional Italian-American Trattoria | |
| Reilly Craft Pizza and Drink | $$ | , | Downtown Tucson, Modern Italian Craft Pizza | |
| Penelope Pizza | $$ | Downtown Tucson / East Side, Wood-Fired Neapolitan & New York Pizza | ||
| Cup Cafe | downtown, Contemporary American Bistro | $$ | , | |
| El Corral | $$ | , | Catalina Foothills, Classic American Steakhouse | |
| Ginza | $$ | , | Catalina Foothills, Japanese Izakaya & Sushi |
At a Glance
- Classic
- Cozy
- Well Known
- Family
- Casual Hangout
- Group Dining
- Standalone
- Historic Building
- Beer Program
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 11 AM–8 PM
- Tuesday
- 11 AM–8 PM
- Wednesday
- 11 AM–8 PM
- Thursday
- 11 AM–8 PM
- Friday
- 11 AM–8 PM
- Saturday
- 11 AM–8 PM
- Sunday
- 12–8 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Warm neighborhood atmosphere with red-checkerboard tablecloths and traditional Italian-American decor, welcoming and nostalgic.