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Mama Carolla's

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$$ Italian restaurant, Family restaurant, Fine dining restaurant

About

Mama Carolla's stands out as a delightful Italian haven in Indianapolis, situated along the scenic Monon Trail. This women-owned restaurant charms guests with its cozy, historic ambience, making it perfect for a romantic dinner or a family gathering. Offering a range of mouthwatering dishes from crispy fried ravioli to savory chicken parm, the menu balances tradition with creativity. Expect great coffee and dessert offerings too! While free parking can be a bit elusive, the experience is well worth the adventure.

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Contact Info

  • Location: 1031 E 54th St, Indianapolis, IN 46220
  • Phone: (317) 259-9412
  • Price range: $$

Opening hours

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 5-9:30 pm
  • Wednesday: 5-9:30 pm
  • Thursday: 5-9:30 pm
  • Friday: 5-9:30 pm
  • Saturday: 5-9:30 pm
  • Sunday: Closed

Food and drink

Food & drink
Food & drink
The vibe at Mama Carolla's
Vibe
Fried green tomatoes
Fried green tomatoes
Chicken parmesan
Chicken parmesan
Tiramisu
Tiramisu
Toasted ravioli
Toasted ravioli
Chicken soup
Chicken soup
Spaghetti
Spaghetti
Rigatoni
Rigatoni
Caesar salad
Caesar salad

Menus and Prices

Mama Carolla's menu and prices
Menu #2
Menu #3
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Services

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Identifies as women-owned
  • Outdoor seating
  • Delivery
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Fireplace
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Small plates
  • Spirits
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Bar on site
  • Toilets
  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Historic
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upmarket
  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Accepts reservations
  • Usually a wait
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • Credit cards
  • High chairs
  • Free of charge street parking
  • Free parking lot
  • Paid parking lot
  • Somewhat difficult to find a space

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Recent Reviews

Review by Chet

October 11, 2024

Delicious Italian food with a cozy vibe.


Review by Delpha Gulgowski

September 30, 2024

Mama Carolla's is a true gem in Indianapolis! 🌟 The atmosphere is cozy and historic, perfect for a romantic night out. I ordered the shrimp Alfredo, which was scrumptious, and paired it with their fantastic garlic bread!

Don't miss the bruschetta - it's a standout!

Just a heads up, the drinks might have unexpected guests (I found something floating in mine), but the staff was quick to replace it. The ricotta cake was a delightful ending! 🍰 I'll definitely be back for more...✨


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