Mamita Cocina Mexicana - Novato, California

Dane R.

I hosted my company Christmas party there. Omar and his staff were wonderful, the back patio was beautiful and the food was great (but the margaritas were better). Highly recommended this place for any occasion.

Paula M.

I was there yesterday 4/6/25 with my family, around 3:11pm we spent almost $400 for our lunch. Our server was Jorge R, older man around his 40’s 50’s years old. When we got there he was nice, then toward the end he was very rude and was rushing us to pay the bill. He was not nice at all, we were very unhappy with his attitude at end.
We went to the Maira at 340 Ignacio Blvd, Novato,CA 94949
I just hope the manager on the owner will talk to Jorge, it was not professional the way he handled.

Ron R.

Jorge was a very very attentive server. It was a lightly attended time (11:30-12:30) on Sunday, but he was very courteous and also made sure that any questions we had were answered (rice is NOT vegetarian (chicken stock) but the refried pinto beans are vegetarian). Definitely a return visit…patio is a nice area to relax. Oh, very good food as well.

Claudia A.

The food is very tasty but the service is amazing come and try fresh tortillas the best fajitas and salsa and wacamole I love it.the only down fall is that of you have food left over they don't pack it for you or put it in bags

Roopinder T.

Great menu, great setting, a place that under different ownership and themes, had served up some truly memorable experiences. But starting from the chips, standard fare at any Mexican themed restaurants, it went downhill. We had trouble ordering drinks, pico de gallo in place of the runny too-hot sauce. We realized how important it is to have the waitstaff understand, something you can take for granted at high end venues. But several times, those waiting on us had to duck behind the curtain and ask for a translation. Asking for guacamole was out of the question. I found the experience at Mamita more taxing than relaxing. In all fairness, I should know more Spanish and I’m sure I’ll go back after a few Duo Lingo lessons.

Best of all is the margarita flight. Three medium sized margeritas, each can be selected from the margarita menu. They have tequila cart with top-shelf tequilas, so you know they are real.

Get the margarita flight. Whatever you order after that will not matter.

Willard D.

The Elote, grilled corn dish, prepared by Mamita’s Chef from Yucatán, is out or this world, and served in a large, boat-shaped dish. We also shared the baked Sea Bass meal, and chicken enchiladas. So tender and tasty!!
I have to mention the boathouse dish of guacamole, lots of avocado chunks to plunder with their crispy chips, then double dip into their snazzy, not too spicy, salsa. The squash and peppers were cooked to a “T’” in a sweet sauce also.

Bob G.

Visiting my aunt and she selected this wonderful taste of Mexico hot spot. Jumping on Taco Tuesday. We dined outdoors beside a tree sporting white holiday lights. Festive ambiance. Started with bottomless chips and salsa. Added some fresh guacamole. The wait staff was very accommodating My aunt turns out to be a bit demanding. For instance when the Horchata arrived she immediately snapped,”that’s too much ice.” The expediter said no problem and was back in a jiffy with a drink with very little ice. My aunt kept these folks on their toes and they delivered excellent accommodating service. I had an excellent salad dish (with two colors of beets). I added the chicken breast. Very nice combination. For dessert we shared the Flan. My aunt said it was supposed to have a little jiggle to it. Alas, no jiggle but all the same we each devoured our half ( separate plates of course!). Highly recommend

Shakira

I love this place!!
Excellent service, food and drinks!!
Watch the game in the bar while sipping a cadilac margarita!
Good gauc.
Steak fajitas are bomb!!