Mama Passarelli's Dinner House

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Mama (Ginger) Passarelli is an important and vibrant part of both the smaller AND larger community. My husband and I brought a friend/colleague and her husband to the Dinner House. Ginger was not there because she and her troop went to Joplin Missouri after devastating tornado to feed the people, one warm bowl at a time. My friend's husband handed over some cash that I don't know about, but he was a first time visitor and that happened before my very eyes. We had a MARVELOUS meal, in a lovely setting. In my opinion, this is a ""Destination"" restaurant that should be on the list of ""most interesting"" ""highest quality"" and ""most engaged with the world."" more

I have traveled extensively and eaten in many wonderful restaurants throughout the United States. I have paid good monies for mediocre food. I have passed Mama's place many times saying I need to go in there. Well, I finally took the leap and went for dinner. I am here to tell you that I should have done this the day t...he sign went up!!!! What a fool I was not to have stopped before. We had the Ceasar salad (one of the best) and the ""Blue Cheese steak"" OMG!!!! It is hard to get a steak that is cooked perfectly for any kind of money unless you pick a place that costs money as you walk in the door. This was the best steak we have ever eaten!!!! Mama hand makes her own sausage which is a mild wonderful flavored meat with the most amazing textures. The service is amazing and everyone is happy you are there. Unlike the places where you feel like you are there to help them. Thank you for such a wonderful experience Mama! more

If you want home cooking the way you wish you could have it, every day, this is the place. Pros: Tasty food, wonderful staff Cons: None except you get full more

Great service, wonderful relaxing environment, plenty of food,good flavor. A price menu for everyones budget. We had 38 people to host on a budget and it was a wonderful dinner in a beautiful atmosphere. Everyone went home tummies full and spirits high. It was a wonderful wedding memory. Pros: reasonable prices great atmosphere, tasty food Cons: clarify menu before hand in case something is forgotton or more

When you walk in -- if the aroma doesn't give you food coma, the food itself will. And Mama keeps you laughing the entire time! I dare you, DOUBLE DARE you to find a meal or a dessert that isn't ""incredible"". This lady is AMAAAAAZING -- wow, what she can do with food!! The stuff of legends. The setting is quaint and eccentric, and i love it. There's even a little sitting area to retire to with dessert if you like. It doesn't get any better than Mama's!! Pros: Food, Drink, People... Cons: I live too close to this place for my waistline!! more

If you are in Maple Valley / Covington / Black Diamond and have not tried Mama?s ? you are in for a surprise. This is better than Mom makes, but not that fancy gourmet stuff you pay 35- 50 dollars for in Tukwila/Seattle/Bellevue. Prices are VERY reasonable ? and families can afford this place easy ? many locals make this a ONCE A WEEK stop. Especially as you get to know Ginger, a.k.a. ?Mama.? Very Casual ? come as you are. Pros: Good ""Kitchen-Style"" Italian/American Cons: Closed Mon-Tues more

This is a super fun restaurant, very family friendly. The service and Mama are just great people. The food is pretty good, and I agree it is a pricier place than I'd normally take the family, but the service and the atmosphere make the difference. Pros: Ambience, service Cons: Price more

This place is like going to mom's house. Its basically a house turned into a restaurant. The gal that runs... more

This place is like going to mom's house. Its basically a house turned into a restaurant. The gal that runs the joint has been on, umm, I think it w... more

Calling something 'homemade' doesn't always make it worth the price. I think dinning out should be great, especially at these prices. It was mediocre at best. I said to my husband 'I could do better than this in a rush', he agreed. The lemon in the piccata sauce didn't taste like real fresh lemon. It was also poured over the pasta like soup, and not lightly accenting the dish as it should. I've spent a lot of time in Italy and never saw food served like that. Pros: friendly staff, good wines available Cons: not worth price, sub par ingredients, very small wine pour more

We've been there twice since it opened and both times, we experienced a wonderful meal and service. Having diabetes, it's nice that they have a ""bottomless pizza"" that has very few if any carbs in an entree. I love home-cooking which is really what you get here. And, if you like garilc, you won't be disappointed here. The portions are generous and my wife and I always take home a doggie bag. The owners, Ginger and Harvey, are wonderful hosts and people and the staff are polite and attentive. If you live in the South end, this restaurant is a wonderful place to go, for any occasion. more

ama Passarellis Dinner House in Black Diamond is a wonderful family gathering place. The service was responsive and friendly. We have visited the Dinner House on Dinner & a Movie night (highly recommended) and also for our parents anniversary party. We enjoy the warm and friendly atmosphere very much. The food was delicious and the portion sizes were great--an excellent value. Pros: Excellent value, great food Cons: can be a long drive more