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Mama Carpino's, the premier Italian restaurant in Apple Valley, CA, offers an authentic taste of Italy in a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Our bar features an extensive selection of wine, beer, and craft cocktails, making it the perfect spot to unwind with friends or colleagues. Indulge in our mouth-watering pizza, crafted with fresh ingredients and cooked to perfection in our brick oven. Our deli counter serves up freshly made sandwiches, salads, and paninis, ideal for a quick lunch or dinner on-the-go. At Mama Carpino's, we're dedicated to providing exceptional service, quality food, and a warm atmosphere that makes you feel like family. Whether you're in the mood for a romantic dinner, a night out with friends, or a quick bite, we've got you covered. Visit us today and experience the best of Italy in the heart of Apple Valley! Located at 22010 CA-18, Apple Valley, CA 92307.

Mama Carpino's Review Summary

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Pros

Mama Carpino's is a hidden gem in the San Bernardino Mountains, serving up delicious Italian cuisine with generous portions and reasonable prices. The atmosphere is cozy and intimate, with friendly staff and a warm decor that makes you feel like you're dining in Italy. The menu offers a wide variety of options, including vegetarian and gluten-free dishes, and the pasta is made fresh in-house daily.

Cons

Some customers have reported slow service, especially during peak hours, and the restaurant can get quite busy. The menu can be overwhelming with too many options, making it difficult to decide on a dish. Additionally, the restaurant is cash-only, which may be inconvenient for some visitors.

Review Rating Chart

Yelp: 4.5/5

TripAdvisor: 4.5/5

Google Reviews: 4.4/5

Zomato: 4.3/5

OpenTable: 4.5/5

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Lady E
Lady E -Google user
a month ago
This place is so home like and the servers were phenomenal. Food absolutely amazing. Best Italian spot in the high desert if I say so myself. It was so good had to get me a pizza to go. And the bartender OMG she was wonderful...Read More
Simon Perkins
Simon Perkins -Google user
4 months ago
If you ever near Apple Valley, and in the mood for Italian food, I highly recommend this spot. I order the penne allá vodka pasta and it was some of the best tasting pasta I had in while. The flavor profile will have...Read More
Israel Cortez
Israel Cortez -Google user
4 months ago
While the food was excellent in terms of flavor and presentation, it unfortunately arrived at the table lukewarm, which detracted from the overall experience. Additionally, the service fell short of expectations; despite our request for the wine menu, it never arrived, leaving us without the...Read More
Maggie L
Maggie L -Google user
4 months ago
Gem in the High Desert 🏜 . Forget Olive Garden the food was delicious and the service was excellent the decor inside was beautiful will definitely prefer to come eat here than the big chain restaurant. ❤️ Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person $10–20 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes Chicken...Read More
Frank R
Frank R -Google user
2 months ago
Two shrimp. Two scallops. $22. Asked manager if this was correct portions. She never got back to me. Food tasted great. Service great. Portion way sub par. Food: 3 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Noise level Very quiet Group size 9+ people Wait time No wait Seating type Indoor dining area
Rozilynn Crosby
Rozilynn Crosby -Google user
a month ago
Came here on a recommendation from a coworker, and was absolutely pleased with our experience. The food was fantastic! I had the vodka sauce pasta with Italian sausage, at the waiters recommendation, and it did not disappoint. He also made a great wine suggestion, and...Read More
Gary Schmitt (Garyjaaaane)
Gary Schmitt (Garyjaaaane) -Google user
2 months ago
First timer and I was impressed! I got Papa's Special pasta dish. I almost ate the whole plate, and their portions are HUGE! Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person $20–30 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
Carolyn Battaglia
Carolyn Battaglia -Google user
8 months ago
Has always been one of our favorite places to eat, but when going last night we had such a horrible experience. Took over 40 min to get forks. Our salads were warm once we finally recieved a plastic one they send with order...Read More
O MA
O MA -Google user
a month ago
First time at Mama Carpino's. I had the lasagna which was absolutely delicious. My husband had the eggplant Parmesan which was also on point according to him. The rest of the family had either rigatoni or pizza which they stated was delicious. Food was prepared fresh...Read More
Dustin Doud
Dustin Doud -Google user
a month ago
Place used to be really good years back. If the place was actually well lit with LED lights it would look so much more modern instead of mid-evil times. I could barley see the menu. Food was ok it definitely has been better. Service was...Read More

Features

Service options

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Highlights

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Popular for

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Accessibility

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Offerings

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Dining options

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Amenities

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Atmosphere

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Crowd

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Planning

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Payments

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Children

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Parking

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