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Ciao Mambo

234 2ND St E, Whitefish, MT 59937-2412
406-863-9600
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Ranked #7 of 53 restaurants in Whitefish
Price range: RM47 - RM63
Cuisines: Italian, Pizza
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations
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Dining options: Dinner, Reservations
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arnold, ca
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11 reviews 11 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW via mobile

Nice little Italian place in Whitefish, the service and food were very nice. Being warm, we were able to eat outside on their upstairs deck which was pleasant. Our server was very friendly and had a lot of knowledge about the menu. We both had pasta dishes: clams and linguini in broth for him, and red sauce/sausage for her. Plenty... More

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Mundelein, Illinois
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10 reviews 10 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

Had a great meal here. Enjoyed the food, the service and the atmosphere. They accommodated special requests without a pause. Bread was crusted in garlic and Parmesan and was great. Would definitely return on our next visit.

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Calgary, Canada
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23 reviews 23 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 June 2013 via mobile

We listened to many friends, as well as TA in attending this restaurant and it did not disappoint. Road construction was in full swing however we had no problem finding parking on the street beside the restaurant. A friendly greeting from the door, a great server (Wendez I believe her name was) and fantastic food. My entree was Frutti di... More

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Whitefish, Montana
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53 reviews 53 reviews
43 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2013

Decided to revisit this place as it had been years. A very popular tourist place to eat but it just never seemed worth it to me. Fast forward a few years later and I am now impressed. We sat at the counter and got a bird eye view of the kitchen. I always feel better about a restaurant that has... More

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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013 via mobile

Don't miss this place! It's small, but awesome food! I had a pizza and my wife had lasagna, both were huge portions and very good! The whole place was great! If you have to wait to get in, wait, it's worth it! I'd definatly go back!

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Cranbrook, Canada
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

We enjoyed another evening of great Italian food and service. My wife and I have made Ciao Mambo a regular stop on our monthly visits to Whitefish. This cozy restaurant has a very authentic menu of tasty cuisine. Our compliments to Nicolai be his team for their excellent service and atmosphere.

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Calgary, Canada
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37 reviews 37 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013

We had heard about this place from a firend and it delivered - what a great place to have dinner. We arrived just as they opened and where 20th in line - got a seat without having to wait and had a wonderful meal. My daughters loved all the drawns on the celiing and enjoyed the food. I was simply... More

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San José del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico
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10 reviews 10 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013

WOW, cozy,busy,loud, everything a great restaurant should be. Who does not like Sinatra & Dino for music. World"s best garlic bread, yummy appetizer"s, superb pasta"s, tasty pizzas, friendly staff.

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See 8 more reviews by Michael P for Whitefish
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6 reviews 6 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

An "Excellent" rating is a requirement when your only complaint about a restaurant is that the food portions were HUGE! Our table ordered four separate dishes, each of which was terrific (Papa Biagio's Bolognese was spectacular), and we could have easily managed on just two. The hostess seated us promptly, our waitress was attentive and efficient, and the staff were... More

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Lincolnshire, Illinois
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12 reviews 12 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

most of my criticisms are due to the fact that this place is too noisy. It is impossible to have a conversation there. The italian food is okay, but I am from Chicago, and we have pretty good Italian.

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