Best Italian Restaurant in Tucson

Mama Louisa's believes there is only one way to make great Italian meals, and that's the right way. Tradition and quality lie at the center of all we do, and we look forward to hearing from you to fulfill all your catering and event planning needs. The experienced chefs and staff members and our restaurant will make sure your take-out orders are ready as soon as possible or join us any time for a dine-in experience you won't soon forget.

Having a party? Want to impress your guests with food from one of the best restaurants in Tucson?

We do everything for you – all you need to do is sit back and enjoy the food!

A Tucson native who literally grew up in this kitchen, Chef Michael Elefante is going back to his roots and rejoining his family-owned restaurant, where for as far back as he can remember he was helping both his grandfather and father make pasta, pizza and sauce. In 2010, in order to gain more experience in the culinary world, Chef Elefante joined the culinary team at The Ritz Carlton Dove Mountain. He moved up numerous ranks and through many kitchens and most recently held the position of Chef de Partie at Cayton’s Burger Bistro. Chef Elefante is looking forward to modernizing the old world traditions and cuisine of Mama Louisa’s. When not in the kitchen, he can be found watching Food Network and spending time with his wife, daughter, and son. You can watch Chef Michael Elefante on Guys Grocery Games, Nothing But Noodles Episode Season 24 Episode 9.

We are proudly open Monday through Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Sunday from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Closed every year for New Year's Day, Super Bowl Sunday, Easter Sunday, July 4th, Labor Day, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.