Mama Delia

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   Peter

   Toronto

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined on 21 December 2024

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 1

   I was horrified by my treatment. Haven flown into Chicago for a layover for the night, I was desperate to find a good restaurant to eat. I looked up Mana Dalia, which was highly recommended online and made a reservation using this platform. I then spent over $50USD to uber to the location from my hotel by the airport to only find out that despite haven made a reservation, they were unable to honour it, because they had missed seeing my reservation and closed the kitchen. They suggested I go to a burger joint (no). I then had to pay an other $30USD to get back on an empty stomach. I have travelled the world but NEVER had an experience like this.
   

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   Elnur

   VIP

   Chicago

   3 reviews

   4.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on 8 December 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Nice ambience and friendly staff. Beef paella was very salty. Food overall was ok.
   

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   Laura

   Chicago

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 1 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   It was a perfect dinner for 7 that had us nestled in the back room in front of the kitchen. Everything was delicious and the cocktails were magical.
   

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   Jessie

   Chicago

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on 23 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   The food is great, we were at an awkward time where our server took our order then clocked out. The next server never really took care of us our food was cold but it was not very busy. Never checked on us. The busboys were more attentive.
   

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   Alissa

   Chicago

   12 reviews

   1.0

   12 reviews

   Dined on 17 November 2024

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 4

   Really disappointing experience. Mama Delia's used to be one of my favorite restaurants, especially having lived in Spain knowing what true tapas y Paella should taste like. I was so excited to take my husband for a special birthday dinner - but the service was awful. Took 1.5 hours only for them to tell us they totally forgot to put in the Paella. This is and 20+ min for drinks and nearly an hour for any food to come out at all. The waitress apologized but there was still a mandatory 18% tip. No manager came to see us. Not even any bread to say sorry. I'd talked Mama Delia up to several friends...no more.
   

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   Christina

   Chicago

   6 reviews

   3.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on 16 November 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   The timing made for a poor experience. One of our wines took 20 minutes to receive and then every single thing we ordered arrived at the same time. Some of the food was cold by the time we got to it. I’m not sure if the temperature ruined some of the dishes but the food was just ok.
   

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   carrie

   VIP

   Chicago

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on 14 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Absolutely Amazing! From service food and ambience! Loved it!
   

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   Dana

   New Orleans

   6 reviews

   4.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on 2 November 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Cozy restaurant. The Spanish coffee was amazing. The food was really good, but kinda over priced in my opinion. We did the vegetable paella and it was tasty and had great seasoning. I think it could of used more vegetables in it for the price you pay. The meat/seafood paellas are overpriced by a landslide. I would come again for shareables and drinks! And upstairs was so much fun afterword. I would definitely still recommend!
   

   Mama DeliaResponded on 2 November 2024

   Hi Jenna! Thanks for the feedback! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed our Spanish coffee and vegetable paella. We take pride in our food and it's great to know that you found the seasoning and portion sizes to your liking. We understand that our prices might seem high, but we believe they reflect the quality of our ingredients. We're glad you'd consider coming back and sharing our dishes and drinks. We're looking forward to your next visit to Mama Delia and Bordel!
   

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   Nicole

   Chicago

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 30 October 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Mama Delia in Chicago is a fantastic Spanish restaurant that truly captures a fresh take on Spanish food with the essence of traditional cuisine. From the moment you walk in, the vibrant decor and warm ambiance make you feel right at home. The menu is filled with delectable options, and every dish I tried was bursting with authentic flavors. While the paella was a highlight—rich, aromatic, and filling... The Matrimonio paired with a beautiful Albarino really wowed us! The service was attentive and friendly, with staff eager to offer recommendations and ensure a wonderful dining experience. Whether you’re a fan of Spanish cuisine or just looking to try something new, Mama Delia is a must-visit. It’s a delightful spot for a casual meal or a special occasion!
   

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    Farah

    VIP

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 23 October 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2

    Waiter was great. Food was overly salty and not a good value for the prices.
    

    Mama DeliaResponded on 2 November 2024

    Hi Farah! Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're glad to hear that you found our waiter great and the service satisfactory. However, we're truly sorry to hear that our food did not meet your expectations. We take pride in our flavorful dishes and we regret that they fell short for you. We appreciate your feedback as it helps us to improve. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and provide a better dining experience.
    

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