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Mama Carolla's Old Italian Restaurant


Mama Carolla's Old Italian Restaurant
1031 E 54TH St
Indianapolis, IN 46220-3219
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 #16 of 1,300 restaurants in Indianapolis
  • Cuisines: Italian
  • Price range*: £13-18 ($21-$30)
  • Recommended For: Romantic, Outdoor seating
  • Address: 1031 E 54TH St, Indianapolis, IN 46220-3219
  • Phone:  (317) 259-9412
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“Excellent food, drinks, service, and atmosphere...”
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5 of 5 stars
colemite
indianapolis
10 Apr 2009

Probably my second favorite Italian in Indy after Enrico's. The gorgonzolla pasta is great as is the clam sauce. The wife loves the key lime martinis and service has always been solid. Only downside is no reservations and the wait for a table can sometimes be quite long. more

“I just went here for the...”
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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
25 Feb 2009

I just went here for the first time, and I will return. The location is great, and the food even better. The only drawback is no reservations, but that doesn't dampen my enthusiasm for a return trip. more

“One of my favorites!”
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5 of 5 stars
blueiii
Danville, Illinois
28 Oct 2008

Whenever I'm in Indianapolis for more than a day, I try to make at least one trip to Mama Carolla's. It is a house turned into a small restaurant with a simple menu that has always delivered great meals. I've yet to have a bad service there and the food is always good. If you don't succumb to one of... more

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5 of 5 stars
BillJIndianapolis
14 Sep 2008

Great place for an intimate dinner in a warm and inviting atmosphere. The wait staff is always friendly and helpful and menu is super! more

“Rosemary chicken...”
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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
14 Aug 2008

Rosemary chicken lasagna!!! yum!! more

“Love the ravioli...”
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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
20 Jul 2008

Love the ravioli... more

“Good, but not memorable...”
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3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
30 Jun 2008

Good, but not memorable. Give it a try if in the area. more

“It was pretty good.”
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3 of 5 stars
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30 Jun 2008

It was pretty good. more

“Great atmosphere, great food”
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4 of 5 stars
RC3KP
Muncie, IN
23 Jun 2008

i took my wife to Mama Carolla's this weekend. i was surprised to find this "House" turned into a restaraunt. it was a really neat atmosphere and the food was great. It was authentic, but i was expecting a little more Italian dishes to choose from, IE, Gnocci, or even Pizza. i will go there again and would recommend it... more

“Sweet Little Place to Dine”
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4 of 5 stars
Tinsley1
Indianapolis
15 Apr 2008

I went to MC's on a first date. We were promptly seated. Service was fine, our waitress was friendly and I never felt rushed when asking her questions about the wine list. My food was delish, great portion sizes for the price. The lasagna was nicely flavored and piping hot. Part of the charm here is that the restaurant is... more

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Mama Carolla's Old Italian Restaurant Address

1031 E 54TH St, Indianapolis, IN 46220-3219
Tel: (317) 259-9412
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.