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We always love to see Disney add new dishes at its restaurants. This is especially true for restaurants that don’t have the best reputation. Here’s hoping these new items can boost reviews for this Hollywood Studios dining location.
Mama Melrose
Mama Melrose Ristorante Italiano is a table service restaurant nestled in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Based on the story of an aspiring actress turned chef, is said to offer Italian flavors with California charm.
Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano is typically easy to book as a stand-alone reservation. It is also available as a Fantasmic! Dining Package.
If you are on the Disney Dining Plan, it will cost one-table service credit if you book it as a stand-alone reservation.If you are paying out of pocket expect to pay over $25 for an adult entree.
Recent Reviews
I (Monica) have never personally had a bad meal at Mama Melrose. It didn’t blow me away, per se, but I find the food good enough.
However, Kate recently had a horrible experience there. If you want to read her review, check out her post HERE.
Whether you love Mama Melrose or cannot stand it, you may be interested to hear there are new dishes coming. Perhaps it makes your experience even better! Or, maybe it will entice you try it again.
New Dishes
This is NOT an April Fool’s joke! Starting April 1, Mama Melrose will be serving up these NEW delicious dishes and even more tasty bites.
Mama Melrose will debut new dishes on April 1, 2024.
- Rigatoni Bolognese: Ground beef, Italian sausage, and parmesan
- Braised Pork Osso Buco: Creamy polenta, roasted cipollini onions, sweet peppers, and lemon gremolata
- Fried Mozzarella Sticks with marinara sauce and lemon aïoli
- Goat Cheese Mousse Tart topped with honeycomb and an edible flower served with blackberries and a cassis compote
- Fettuccine Alfredo with Shrimp: Pasta, cheese sauce, and fresh parsley
- Mushroom, Artichoke, Cheese Dip: Goat cheese, tomatoes, and toasted crostini
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