Store Description
Experience the heart of Italian comfort at Mama Lou’s Italian Kitchen in Gateway Mall 1, elegantly located on Level 2. Known for its "homemade with love" philosophy, this restaurant offers a cozy, rustic escape from the bustling shops of Araneta City. Whether you’re planning an intimate date night, a productive business lunch, or a hearty family gathering, Mama Lou’s provides a refined yet welcoming atmosphere that makes every diner feel like a guest in a private Italian home.
What distinguishes Mama Lou’s among the mall's dining options is its commitment to authentic, soulful flavors and generous portions. While many mall restaurants lean toward fast-casual, Mama Lou’s maintains a sit-down elegance with attentive service and a menu rooted in tradition. From the complimentary warm bread served with pesto and pomodoro dips to the wood-fired aroma that greets you at the door, the restaurant offers a multi-sensory experience that celebrates the simple joy of a well-made meal.
The menu is headlined by their signature Mama Lou’s Special Pizza, a delightful combination of prosciutto, mango, arugula, and balsamic cream. Pasta enthusiasts often rave about Lucio’s Truffle Pasta, featuring a rich, earthy cream sauce, and the Risotto Tartufo Funghi for a truly indulgent treat. For those seeking a full feast, their Marbled Ribeye Steak and Rollo Di Pollo are perennial favorites, best paired with a refreshing glass of their famous Mama Lou’s Iced Tea, uniquely infused with a hint of basil.
Cuisine
Italian Cuisine
Location
Gateway Mall 1 - Level 2
Products
Menu as of: March 02, 2026
Disclaimer: Product information and pricing are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current availability or in-restaurant pricing.
Antipasti
Our antipasti are thoughtfully crafted to awaken the palate and perfectly complement your mains—simple, flavorful, and meant to be shared.
| Truffle Fries | Php 325.00 |
| Crispy, Golden Brown French Fries Infused With The Earthy Umami Flavors Of Truffle. | |
| Crispy Oyster Mushrooms | Php 280.00 |
| Funghi Fritti. Oyster Mushrooms, Light And Crunchy, Served With Sharp Craft Vinegar For The Perfect Contrast. | |
| Mama's Buffalo Wings (6pcs) | Php 365.00 |
| 12pcs: 701. Crispy Chicken Wings Glazed With Mama's Special Buffalo Sauce. | |
| Baked Spinach & Artichoke Dip | Php 309.00 |
| A Blend Of Spinach, Melted Cheese, And Artichoke Served With Frittata Chips. | |
| Calamari Fritti | Php 443.00 |
| Crispy Baby Squid Served With Your Choice Of A Flavorful Tartar Sauce Or Craft Vinegar. | |
| Italian Fennel Sausage Meatballs | Php 477.00 |
| Baked Savory Fennel Sausage Meatballs Served With Homemade Pomodoro Sauce. | |
| Mozzarella Sticks | Php 331.00 |
| Crispy Mozzarella Sticks With A Molten, Cheesy Center—simple, Rich, And Irresistible |
Fresh Insalate
Enjoy a refreshing and healthy meal with our salads made with the freshest greens and homemade dressings.
| Classic Caesar Salad | Php 505.00 |
| W/ Herb Grilled Chicken: 588. Romaine Lettuce Served With Crispy Bacon, Crunchy Croutons, Grated Parmesan Cheese, And Homemade Caesar Dressing. | |
| Arugula Grape Salad With Blue Cheese | Php 443.00 |
| W/ Nuts. Arugula Leaves Served With Mouthwatering Apples And Grapes, Tangy Blue Cheese, And A Raspberry Vinaigrette. | |
| Rustic Salad With Italian Vinaigrette | Php 505.00 |
| Romaine Lettuce, Mushrooms, Cherry Tomatoes, And An Italian-style Vinaigrette. | |
| Mango-crab Garden Salad With Sesame Dressing | Php 505.00 |
| Romaine Lettuce Served With Ripe Mangoes, Crab, And An Oriental Sesame Dressing. | |
| Burrata Caprese | Php 555.00 |
| W/ Nuts. Romaine Lettuce Served With Cherry Tomatoes, Homemade Balsamic Glaze, And Pesto, Topped With Creamy Burrata Cheese. |
Zuppe
Indulge in our selection of freshly-made soups, produced with high-quality ingredients and bursting with delightful tastes that will surely warm your heart and fill you up.
| Roasted Pumpkin | Php 219.00 |
| A Flavorful Soup Made With Roasted Pumpkins And Cream. | |
| Italian Clam Chowder | Php 280.00 |
| A Hearty Soup Made With Fresh Clams, Potatoes, Onions, Carrots, And Celery. | |
| Golden Caramelized Onion Zuppe | Php 353.00 |
| Rich Beef Soup Infused With Caramelized Onions, Baked With Generous Mozzarella Cheese On Top. | |
| Cream Of Wild Mushroom | Php 253.00 |
| Cream-based Soup Infused With Earthy Shiitake And Assorted Mushrooms. |
Oven Baked Risotto
Savor the indulgent taste and creamy texture of our signature oven-baked risotto, crafted with premium ingredients including arborio rice, parmesan cheese, and aromatic herbs.
| Risotto Tartufo Funghi | Php 599.00 |
| Arborio Rice With Mushrooms In A Rich Truffle Cream Sauce, Finished With A Golden Cheese Topping. | |
| Risotto Pesto Al Pollo | Php 559.00 |
| Creamy Risotto Tossed In Homemade Pesto With Tender Chicken Fillet, Topped With Melted Cheese. | |
| Risotto Di Mare | Php 640.00 |
| Hearty Tomato Arborio Rice With Generous Seafood, Finished Under A Layer Of Cheese. |
Famous Italian Thin-crust Pizzas
Our most-loved pizzas—uniquely crafted and freshly baked.
| Mama Lou's Special (10") | Php 445.00 |
| 12": 670, 14": 779. Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Prosciutto, Ripe Mangoes, Arugula, Balsamic Glaze. | |
| Spinach & Goat's Cheese (10") | Php 490.00 |
| 12": 590, 14": 690. Creamy Spinach Sauce, Generous Spinach, Honey Goat's Cheese. | |
| Mama Lou's Choice (10") | Php 490.00 |
| 12": 590, 14": 690. Our Everything On It. A Feast Of Flavors With Mozzarella, Tomato Sauce, Salami, Fennel Sausage, Mushrooms, Onions, Olives, And Green Bell Peppers. |
The Italian Thin-crust Pizza
Thin. Flavor-packed. Made fresh daily.
| Pepperoni (10") | Php 495.00 |
| 12": 740, 14": 874. Tomato Sauce, Pepperoni, Mozzarella. | |
| Pizza Bianca (10") | Php 410.00 |
| 12": 670, 14": 779. Alfredo Sauce, Mozzarella, Parmesan, Brown Button Mushrooms, Bacon. | |
| Bacon Truffle Special (10") | Php 420.00 |
| 12": 620, 14": 729. Alfredo Cheese Sauce, Truffle Cream Sauce, Brown Button Mushrooms, Crispy Bacon. | |
| Prosciutto Funghi (10") | Php 410.00 |
| 12": 670, 14": 779. Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Brown Button Mushrooms, Prosciutto. | |
| Hawaiian Pizza (10") | Php 365.00 |
| 12": 620, 14": 729. Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Ham, Caramelized Pineapple. | |
| Pizza Margherita (10") | Php 365.00 |
| 12": 620, 14": 729. Tomato Sauce, Fresh Basil, Parmesan Cheese, And Mozzarella. | |
| All Meat Pizza (10") | Php 460.00 |
| 12": 670, 14": 915. Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Italian Fennel Sausage, Salami, Crispy Bacon. | |
| Quattro Formaggi (10") | Php 445.00 |
| 12": 670, 14": 779. Alfredo Sauce, Mozzarella, Cheddar, Honey Goat's Cheese, Blue Cheese. |
Al Dente Pasta
Indulge in the perfect balance of simplicity and flavor with al dente pasta tossed in an olive oil-based sauce.
| Mama's Lasagna | Php 488.00 |
| Delicious Sheets Of Pasta Layered With Mozzarella, Parmesan, Pomodoro, Alfredo, And Baked To Perfection. | |
| Lucio's Truffle Pasta | Php 280.00 |
| Solo. 560: Good For Two. Cream Pasta With Truffle And Mushroom. Spaghetti In A Decadent Truffle Cream Sauce With Mushrooms And Parmesan. Rich, Silky, And Indulgent. | |
| Spaghetti Seafood Olio | Php 569.00 |
| 645: With White Sauce. 645: With Red Sauce. Spaghetti With Shrimps, Mussels, Clams, And Squid In Garlic & Olive Oil. Light, Fresh, And Bursting With Seafood Goodness. | |
| Penne Al Pesto With Parmesan Crusted Chicken | Php 465.00 |
| Penne Tossed In Pesto Sauce And Garnished With Potatoes, Beans, And Parmesan-crusted Chicken. | |
| Italian Sardine Pasta | Php 409.00 |
| Pasta Made With Spaghetti, Marinated Sardines, Tomatoes And Fresh Herbs. | |
| Vongole Olio | Php 510.00 |
| Pasta From Campania Region Made With Spaghetti, Clams, Tomatoes, And Garlic With Olive Oil. | |
| Linguine Al Limone With Garlic Shrimp | Php 590.00 |
| Linguine Pasta Tossed In A Light Creamy Lemon Sauce And Served With Garlic And Seared Local Prawns. | |
| Spaghetti Con Tuyo | Php 409.00 |
| Pasta Made With Spaghetti, Sun-dried Herring, Toasted Breadcrumbs, Tomatoes, Basil, And Garlic With Olive Oil. | |
| Spaghetti Aglio Olio | Php 331.00 |
| Pasta Made With Spaghetti, Italian Parsley, Chili, Garlic, And Olive Oil. | |
| Carbonara | Php 460.00 |
| Roman Style Carbonara Made With Spaghetti, Bacon, Cream, Eggs, And Grana Padano Cheese. | |
| Ravioli Spinachi | Php 488.00 |
| Handmade Fried Ravioli Generously Stuffed With Ricotta And Served With Blue Cheese Cream Sauce. | |
| Linguine Spinachi With Capers And Salmon | Php 555.00 |
| Linguine Tossed In A Creamy Spinach Sauce And Topped With Pan-seared Salmon And Fried Capers. | |
| Golden Truffle Mac And Cheese | Php 499.00 |
| Golden Macaroni Baked In A Creamy Truffle Sauce And Served With Truffle-infused Cheese. | |
| Fennel Sausage And Mussel Linguine | Php 443.00 |
| Traditional Italian Pasta Made With Juicy Mussels, Fennel Sausage, And Creamy Alfredo Sauce. | |
| Vesuvio | Php 689.00 |
| A Mountain Of Rigatoni Served With A Trinity Of Pesto, Alfredo, And Pomodoro Sauces. | |
| Spaghetti Meatballs | Php 488.00 |
| Spaghetti Served With Italian Meatballs And Pomodoro Sauce. | |
| Spaghetti Alla Puttanesca | Php 488.00 |
| Spicy Spaghetti Served With Bold Tomato Sauce, Garlic, Olives, And Anchovies. | |
| Spaghetti Bolognese | Php 488.00 |
| Classic Bolognese Made With Spaghetti And A Meaty Tomato Sauce. | |
| Pasta Alla Rossa | Php 488.00 |
| Penne Pasta In A Creamy Tomato Sauce With Butter, Basil, And Melted Mozzarella. Comforting And Full Of Flavor. | |
| Italian Fennel Sausage Pomodoro | Php 499.00 |
| Spaghetti With Fennel Pork Sausage In A Rich Tomato Sauce With Garlic And Basil. Simple, Hearty, And Delicious. | |
| Penne Arrabbiata | Php 409.00 |
| Penne Served With A Fiery Tomato Sauce Made With Sun-dried Tomatoes, Garlic, And Red Chili Flakes. | |
| Bucatini Amatriciana | Php 499.00 |
| Traditional Pasta From Lazio Made With Bucatini, Guanciale, Chili, And Pomodoro Sauce. | |
| Pasta Alla Angela With Meatballs | Php 518.00 |
| Sweet And Savory Tomato-based Spaghetti Elevated With Pork Meat Balls And Freshly Grated Cheddar. |
Mains
Our mains features a range of hearty main courses that are sure to satisfy your appetite. Each dish is served with your choice of white rice, garlic rice, or mashed potatoes.
| Marbled Ribeye Steak | Php 1850.00 |
| 350g. 850: 150g. Premium Cuts Flown In Fresh. Australian Grass-fed And Expertly Grilled. Rich And Juicy With Perfect Marbling Grilled To Your Liking. Succulent Ribeye Steak Perfectly Grilled To Your Preferred Doneness And Served With Sauteed Mushrooms. | |
| Giant Chicken Parmigiana | Php 695.00 |
| Breaded Chicken Fillet Topped With Pomodoro, Mozzarella, And Pesto. | |
| Pork Chop | Php 670.00 |
| Flavorful And Juicy Pork Chops Grilled To Perfection. | |
| Tuna Belly | Php 580.00 |
| Grilled Tuna Belly Served With Fresh Onions, Tomatoes, And Green Bell Pepper Dip. | |
| Italian Roast Chicken | Php 675.00 |
| Roasted Chicken With Rosemary, Garlic, Oregano, And Chili In Extra Virgin Olive Oil. | |
| Pan-seared Salmon | Php 825.00 |
| Pan-seared Norwegian Salmon Fillet In Lemon, Butter, And Caper Sauce. | |
| Slow Cooked Beef | Php 570.00 |
| Fork-tender Beef Ribs Braised In Tomato, Carrots And Olives, Served With Fried Zucchini. | |
| Gambas With Jalapeño | Php 555.00 |
| Local Sweet Prawns Served With Garlic, Olive Oil, And Jalapeño. | |
| Tuna Salpicao | Php 545.00 |
| Tuna Chunks Sautéed In Olive Oil, Garlic, And Bell Peppers. | |
| Fish Fillet Alimone | Php 620.00 |
| Fresh Fish Fillet Served With Alimone. | |
| Pollo Al Burro | Php 545.00 |
| Juicy Chicken Breast Dusted In Flour, Pan-fried In A Generous Amount Of Butter And Garlic. 545: Lemon, Butter, And Caper Sauce. 545: Creamy Marsala Sauce. |
Sides
| Plain Rice | Php 52.00 |
| Garlic Rice | Php 72.00 |
| Steak Rice | Php 150.00 |
| Mashed Potato | Php 68.00 |
Platters
Embark on a culinary adventure with our hearty platters, featuring an enticing array of dishes perfect for sharing with friends and family.
| Fritto Misto | Php 890.00 |
| Crispy Baby Squid, Crispy Sardines, Shrimp Poppers, And French Fries. | |
| City Sampler | Php 780.00 |
| Buffalo Chicken Wings, Mozzarella Sticks, Fried Italian Meatballs, And Spinach Artichoke Dip With Cheese. | |
| Mama's Fried Chicken | Php 359.00 |
| 3pcs. 590: 5pcs. 819: 7pcs. 1360: 12pcs. Classic Fried Chicken Made With Love! Served With A Side Of Fries And Gravy. |
Drinks
| Mama Tea | Php 99.00 |
| 16oz. 350: Pitcher. An Original Tea Blend Brewed To Perfection, Then Infused With Fresh Basil For A Cool, Minty Lift. It's Light, Crisp, And Incredibly Refreshing. | |
| Iced Tea Shake | Php 150.00 |
| Hope In A Bottle | Php 65.00 |
| San Pellegrino | Php 210.00 |
| Coke Products | Php 110.00 |
| Fruit Shakes | Php 190.00 |
| Strawberry, Ripe Mango, Watermelon, Grape. | |
| Tea By The Cup | Php 140.00 |
| Tea By The Pot | Php 245.00 |
| House Wine | Php 99.00 |
| Bottle Of Wine | Php 399.00 |
| Don Bassano Italian Pilsner | Php 160.00 |
| 330ml Glass. Available Only In Select Stores. |
Desserts
| Tiramisu | Php 160.00 |
| Mascarpone. Light And Creamy Mascarpone With A Hint Of Italian Espresso. |
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