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06/01/2026
When the Kitchen visits the Restaurant. ❤️🚐
Same family. Same traditions. Same Rao’s name. 🇮🇹✨
📍 6408 11th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219
📞 718-745-2269
05/28/2026
FATHER’S DAY GIVEAWAY 🍷🍝
Celebrate Dad the Mama Rao’s way.
We’re giving away a $100 Gift Card to Mama Rao’s Restaurant just in time for Father’s Day — because the dads who always pick up the check deserve a night out too.
TO ENTER:
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Winner announced on Father’s Day.
Good luck… and don’t forget to make your reservations early. 🍽️
📍 6408 11th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219
📞 718-745-2269
05/27/2026
Golden, crispy, and gone in seconds. 🤌
Our Fried Calamari is the kind of appetizer that accidentally becomes the whole table’s favorite part of dinner. Lightly fried, perfectly seasoned, and served hot every single time.
Swipe for the crunch. 🦑✨
📍 6408 11th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219
📞 718-745-2269
05/25/2026
This Memorial Day, we pause to honor the heroes who gave everything for our country. 🇺🇸
Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.
Today, and every day, we remember with gratitude.
📍 6408 11th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219
📞 718-745-2269
05/13/2026
Our famous meatballs stuffed with homemade fresh mozzarella and smothered in our delicious marinara sauce. One bite and you’ll understand. ❤️
📍 6408 11th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219
📞 718-745-2269
05/10/2026
Today we celebrate all the incredible moms who make life so special 💐
From our family to yours, Happy Mother’s Day with love from Mama Rao’s Restaurant ❤️
📍 6408 11th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219
📞 718-745-2269
05/09/2026
This week’s seafood special is perfection. ✨
Pan-Seared Salmon served over a velvety pink cream sauce with white wine, tender chopped shrimp, and a delicate mix of fennel, carrots, and shallots. One bite and you’ll understand why this one won’t last long. 🍣🍤
Available this week!
📍 6408 11th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219
📞 718-745-2269
05/07/2026
Mother’s Day at Mama Rao’s 💐✨
A special menu made for celebrating Mom — and this is just a taste of what’s being served. Swipe through a few of the featured dishes, then make your reservations before tables are gone. 🍝🥂
📍 6408 11th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219
📞 718-745-2269
05/01/2026
💐 MOTHER’S DAY GIVEAWAY 💐
Celebrate Mom with something special this year 💕
Enter for a chance to WIN $50 toward your dining experience at Mama Rao’s Restaurant 🍝✨
HOW TO ENTER:
• Like this post
• Follow us
• Tag a mom or mother figure who deserves a night out 💐
• Each tag = an extra entry
✨ Bonus: Share to your story & tag us for an extra chance!
Winner announced on Mother’s Day 💕
Valid for in-restaurant dining only.
📍 6408 11th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219
📞 718-745-2269
04/28/2026
Penne Vodka, done right 🍝
Creamy, rich, and impossible to put down—just how it should be.
Come get your fix.
📍 6408 11th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219
📞 718-745-2269
04/25/2026
Weekends were made for this kind of steak 🥩🔥
Juicy, perfectly cooked, and calling your name.
Skip the cooking — we’ve got dinner handled.
📍 6408 11th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219
📞 718-745-2269
04/24/2026
Mother’s Day is almost here 💐
Our menu is set and reservations are going FAST.
Don’t wait—secure your table today.
📞 Call to book.
📍 6408 11th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219
📞 718-745-2269
04/21/2026
Not your average pork chop night 🍽️
Kansas City Pork Chop — thick-cut, pan-seared to perfection, laid over creamy sweet potato purée and paired with a fresh quinoa spring salad. Finished with a rich, savory pan sauce that brings it all together.
This week’s special. Don’t sleep on it. 🔥
📍 6408 11th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219
📞 718-745-2269
04/17/2026
Pollo Pera… and yes, it’s as good as it sounds 🤌
Stuffed with spinach, prosciutto, and fresh pear, wrapped in bacon, and finished in a rich cognac sauce… this is the dish everyone asks about (and comes back for).
Swipe through and try not to order it. We dare you.
📍 6408 11th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219
📞 718-745-2269
04/15/2026
Mother’s Day at Mama Rao’s 💐✨
Celebrate with amazing food, drinks, and the people who matter most.
Reservations are filling up—don’t wait!
Full menu in our highlights & stories.
📍 6408 11th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219
📞 718-745-2269
04/13/2026
Our famous lemon cookies… but make it a pairing 🍋🍷
Perfect with coffee, a martini, after dinner… or a glass of Gavi from
(One of the owner’s wife’s favorite little traditions 🤍)
And before anyone says it—
yes, we know it’s a red wine glass.
We just think everything tastes better our way 😉
📍 6408 11th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219
📞 718-745-2269
04/10/2026
This week’s specials are some you don’t want to miss. 🇮🇹✨
From our Lobster & Shrimp Balls in a vibrant cherry tomato sauce, to Gamberi alla Creola with bold Cajun flavors, and our Filetto di Manzo al Vino Rosso finished with crispy fried onions… every dish is crafted to impress.
Take a look through and don’t miss the full special menu at the end. 🍽️
📍 6408 11th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219
📞 718-745-2269
04/07/2026
Easter may be over… but we’re just getting started 🍋✨
When life gives you lemons… we turn them into this 🍋✨
Our famous lemon cookies + a perfectly chilled lemon drop martini featuring Limoncello
Only at Mama Rao’s.
📍 6408 11th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219
📞 718-745-2269
04/05/2026
Buona Pasqua from all of us at Mama Rao’s 💛🐰
Wishing you a beautiful Easter filled with family, laughter, and traditions around the table. We’re so grateful to be part of your celebrations today and always.
📍 6408 11th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219
📞 718-745-2269
04/02/2026
Even if he’s not in Brooklyn every day… Sal’s still got a hand on the flame 🔥
From running
in Jersey to owning Mama Rao’s Restaurant in Brooklyn, Sal never loses touch with where it all started. And every now and then… you’ll find him right back at the stove, doing what he loves most.
Owner. Original. Always part of the kitchen. 👨🍳❤️
📍 6408 11th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219
📞 718-745-2269
03/31/2026
New Zealand lamb chops done right 🤌
Served with mashed potatoes & string beans — a true classic.
✨ Featured on our Easter menu (highlighted in profile)—Easter prep is underway!!!
📍 6408 11th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219
📞 718-745-2269
03/29/2026
Wishing you a beautiful & blessed Palm Sunday 🌿
Celebrating the traditions, flavors, and moments that bring us all together.
📍 6408 11th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219
📞 718-745-2269
03/27/2026
Spring celebrations start here 🌸
From communions and confirmations to graduations, weddings, and everything in between—we’ve has hosted it all.
Our private party room + bar set the perfect scene for unforgettable moments.
Call today to book your next event before dates fill up!
📍 6408 11th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219
📞 718-745-2269
03/25/2026
From the sea to your table 🌊✨
Our Branzino Marechiara is the definition of coastal Italian perfection—tender, boneless Mediterranean filet sautéed in a light tomato broth with mussels, clams, calamari, and shrimp.
Fresh. Flavorful. Unforgettable. 🇮🇹🍅
This plus a perfect 🍸 = magical
📍 6408 11th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219
📞 718-745-2269
03/24/2026
When veal looks this good… you order it.
Vitello Rollatini alla Casa 🤍
Stuffed, rolled, and finished in a Marsala mushroom sauce you’ll want every last drop of.
📍 6408 11th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219
📞 718-745-2269
Address
6408 11th Avenue
Brooklyn, NY
11219
The Italian restaurant at 11th Avenue in New York can be reached by public transport via the subway station located a few blocks away. Alternatively, if driving, there are multiple parking lots nearby to park your vehicle.
Opening Hours
| Tuesday |
12pm - 10pm |
| Wednesday |
12pm - 10pm |
| Thursday |
12pm - 10pm |
| Friday |
12pm - 10pm |
| Saturday |
12pm - 10pm |
| Sunday |
12pm - 10pm |
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What people say
Italian restaurants are known for their delicious food, warm atmosphere, and welcoming hospitality. Mamma Rao's on 11th Avenue in New York embodies all of these qualities and more. This Italian restaurant is a must-visit for anyone looking to enjoy a delicious meal with family and friends.
One of the standout features of Mamma Rao's is their outdoor dining area. It provides a perfect setting to enjoy the beautiful weather while indulging in some mouth-watering Italian cuisine. The restaurant also offers regular menus as well as special Thanksgiving menus, making it an ideal spot for any occasion.
Mamma Rao's has been hosting successful events for years, making it a popular choice for special occasions. Their banquet menus offer a wide range of options at competitive prices, ensuring that everyone can find something they love. The restaurant has even partnered with VH1 to host wine tasting events that pair unique wines with each course throughout the evening.
The staff at Mamma Rao's are always friendly and welcoming, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just looking for a great meal, Mamma Rao's is the perfect place to create beautiful memories with your loved ones.