MAMA LA Vietnamese Cuisine in Lethbridge

8 Aquitania Blvd W #50, Lethbridge, AB T1J 5L4, Canada

★★★★★
(584 reviews)
Categories: Vietnamese restaurant

About

A local restaurant serving up new and old Vietnamese favourites. Casual eats in a family friendly dining room of 8 tables. Takeout and delivery services available.

Website
mamala.ca
Address
8 Aquitania Blvd W #50, Lethbridge, AB T1J 5L4, Canada
Plus Code
M3CW+WV Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada
Time Zone
America/Edmonton

Business Hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
11 AM–8 PM
Wednesday
11 AM–8 PM
Thursday
11 AM–8 PM
Friday
11 AM–8 PM
Saturday
11 AM–8 PM
Sunday
Closed

Services

Service options
Delivery On-site services Takeaway Dine-in
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Coffee Healthy options Small plates Vegan options Vegetarian options
Dining options
Lunch Dinner Dessert Seating
Amenities
Toilets
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy
Crowd
Groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Children
High chairs
Parking
Free of charge street parking Free parking lot Parking

Photos

Reviews

4.6
★★★★★
584 reviews

Most Mentioned

portion sizes (26) bubble tea (19) sub (14) quick service (10) lemongrass chicken (6) fresh food (5) black pepper beef (5) beef satay (5) curry shrimp (5) stew (5)
5 stars
465
4 stars
65
3 stars
17
2 stars
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1 stars
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★★★★
October 27, 2024

The food was pretty good, but not fantastic. I had the spicy beef noodle, as it’s called on the menu, which I believe is meant to be bun bo hue. But the broth lacked the level of spice and depth of flavour that’s in a traditional bun bo hue. I think the food here is slightly adjusted to western tastes. That being said, the portions are massive and you will definitely leave satisfied. Also, no complaints about the service and the decor is quite nice.

★★★
September 26, 2024

The servers are super friendly and were attentive which we really appreciated. The atmosphere was lovely, the modern decor is gorgeous and the restaurant was nice and clean. The food disappointed me however. I love pho and it’s my comfort food. Recently moving to Lethbridge, I’ve been on the hunt for a good, comforting bowl of pho with a rich broth full of umami. The portions are huge which is always great, but the flavour was not there for me and it tasted rather bland. The Vietnamese iced coffee wasn’t great either as I felt it was too watery, in every other restaurant I’ve been the ca phe sua da has a sweet taste from the condensed milk to balance the rich coffee. The reviews for the rest of the food seem to be really great, so I will definitely be back to try other items from the menu but will not be ordering pho or coffee from here again.

★★★★★
September 12, 2024

The food was nothing short of amazing. It smelled and looked too good for me to remember to take a picture before devouring it. Portion sizes are huge, when they say shareable they mean it. I tried the pink lotus drink and it's 10/10 tastes like a healthy strawberry milkshake. I look forward to eating my way through the menu!

★★★★★
August 14, 2024

We had the spring rolls, Beef stew with rice, Beef pho and pork salad rolls. Everything was delicious. Staff was friendly. Would definitely recommend. If I had to get one thing to eat and drink it would be the Beef stew on rice and a strawberry lychee drink with 🥥 jellies.

★★★★★
August 1, 2024

What a great place. Attentive and friendly staff, nice new Asian atmosphere, incredible flavours, and very generous portions. Definitely a place to become a regular!

★★★★★
June 18, 2024

LOVE this restaurant! Definitely my favourite Vietnamese restaurant! The portions are huge and very worth the money. Everything is delicious and gives home cooked meal. My boyfriend and I go here often for lunch or dinner. Highly recommend the Black Pepper Beef w Rice and Beef Pho. Staff is very friendly and the restaurant is very clean.

★★★★
June 2, 2024

Delicious food and large portions. Love the drinks especially. Employees are very kind and attentive. Would come back 100%.

★★★★★
November 23, 2023

Came with a friend who recommended here. It was wonderful..! Staff were nice, reasonable prices, and definitely delicious food❤️‍🔥 🍖Highly recommend the pork ribs which can be shared for 2. Strong but gentle flavor, big portion. I think rice goes better with this dish. 🥢My friend’s spicy beef soup noodles was also delicious! I specifically love the round noodles they used more than the regular thin ones. ☕️Last but not least! Vietnamese coffee was also good! Nice option for people who want sweet drinks but not too sweet. Really wanna go back again!🥹

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 20, 2024

Super clean environment, all the food is amazing and it s a perfect spot right next to the YMCA and easily accessible in the west side! Highly recommend any day of the week

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 15, 2024

Absolutely awesome food and large servings . Definitely recommend it

★★
November 22, 2024

Me and my wife are fan of spicy beef noodle since Mamala open, but recently last 2 months flavor was change completely different than before. I dont know recipe was changed or not, but it absolutely is terrible, lack of flavor, broth is just fill extra water, didnt taste any beef broth at all. I hope Mamala could review this dish so me and my wife can try again in future, but now we dont want to come back again.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Probably our favorite Vietnamese in town. I wish they had a few (handful) more options, but the dishes they have, they do very well. Satay chicken is my fav

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Great restaurant! My go-to stop when in Lethbridge.. definitely love the food! Highly recommend!

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Friendly staffs Tasty food Worth the money. Food : 5/5

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Tasty food, excellent service and a pleasant dine-in restaurant, even when its not big, but the atmosphere is nice.

★★★★
August 22, 2024

Mama la has been my GO TO for years! Never really have had any issues with the food until recently.. I ordered last week & this past Wednesday, my rice was hard, zucchini was not cooked & my smoothie was very watery. I am really hoping it was just a bad day in the kitchen as this IS the best Vietnamese food in the city.

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Amazing food and lots of great vegan options! My favourite dish is the braised tofu stew and my husband always gets the Lemongrass Tofu with vermicelli. The portions are LARGE! I almost forgot to mention they make the BEST Bánh mì sub! Best restaurant in Lethbridge!

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

The service was quick and friendly. We enjoyed the music and art while we waited. We got way more food than we thought we would. It was sizzling hot and delicious! We got cute little plates to share the food with. We got the lemongrass tofu and braised tofu stew. We also had the super yummy ube-by specialty drink. The bathroom and everything was very clean. We left full and happy with leftovers! We will definitely be going here again!

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

Ended up trying Mama Las tonight. Wicked hole in the wall! Staff were on top of things, kind and patient as I went through the menu. I dont tip on my first try so I was expecting minimum service which is fair. Nah. These ladies made me feel bad for not putting an extra bit forward! Met me at the door as I was about to walk in with the meal in hand and name ready. Its those small things that catch people. Food was delicious, portion size was generous. 10/10 Ill see yall again next week

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Great food and atmosphere, friendly staff and quick service. We were impressed with the choices, and the portion sizes were huge. I wished I could have had Satay Chicken as the protein in my Bun, without stir fry veggies, but other than that everything was great. Food : 5/5

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

The server was very good at acquainting me with the menu. I ordered the black pepper beef and the fried won-tons, it feeds two people and only cost about $30 total. Wait time after ordering was well below 10 minutes despite the tables looking mostly full on a Saturday evening. The noodles served with the dish were excellent. The black pepper still has my palate feeling a little raw but maybe Im just not tough. I look forward to trying the subs and pho in the future. If you are looking for a place to eat with a date/buddy that isnt pricey and dont like waiting I highly recommend this restaurant.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Good customer service, meals portion were great, I will return

★★
June 22, 2024

Food is generally good, but quality of service has gotten worse over time. Recent order was incorrectly taken and they even gave my order to another customer. Will probably be looking elsewhere for Vietnamese food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

I travel a lot for work. It s definitely in the top 5 pho I ve experienced so far. The spring rolls are awesome as well.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Dietary restrictions: Really good gluten free items

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

So delicious, reasonably priced, very friendly, and a really cool atmosphere.

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

So GOOD! The service is friendly and SO helpful and all the food I have had is *chef s kiss.* They have this chilli oil (I think) that you can add to dishes to take to from yummy and mild to so yummy it hurts. LOVE IT. They also have some gluten free alternatives that SLAP.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Great food Great people Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Good food

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

One of my favourite restaurants in Lethbridge. Never disappointed with the food or service!

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Best restaurant in Lethbridge so far, super delicious food, great people there and overall a really enjoyable experience

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Best spring rolls in town. Great food

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Me and my coworkers love this place. We went here for our Christmas party. I personally am a creature of habit and get the same thing ever time I eat here, maybe I should try some other items on the menu. But the soup is so good!!! Dietary restrictions: They were very accommodating with our dairy and gluten restrictions

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

A regular take out spot for our family! Awesome service, fantastic food and a great location. Their sauces that you can purchase are also amazing!

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Amazing portion and amazing food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Huge portions, incredible value, and absolutely delightful staff. The food is incredible!

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

During my visit, I was impressed by the superb food and service, as well as the inviting atmosphere and pristine cleanliness indoors.

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

One of my favorite weekly stops! Lemongrass beef on noodles, chefs kiss! Spring rolls are really good. The Beef Satay sub in our favorite! Yummy!

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Love all staff, friendly. Im coming back Food : 4/5

★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Very small and crowded, but the food was amazing and the staff was friendly

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

My partner and I ordered beef pho and bahn mi to go. It was excellent but they forgot to include the utensils and we ended up eating the noodles with our hands. It was a fun experience though.

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

The food was amazing and their staff is totally focused on the customer. The young ladies who served us were friendly and fantastic. Was a great dining experience for us out-of-towners. Great value for the money. Dietary restrictions: Lots of GF items for Celiac customers.

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

The food was delicious! The staff was so lovely! So refreshing Canadians they re just better than us! ( Mericans!) Highly recommend this place.

★★
January 22, 2024

Rather expensive and the food was kinda bland

★★★★
January 22, 2024

Food was great and staff also! Kinda odd they don t open on weekends as I usually wanna go for pho for my hangover cure .. they should definitely be open on weekends but other than that great restaurants

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

Amazing! Felt like I went into a food meditation . The flavors were amazing and the portions were huge enough that I couldn t finish it all. Definitely will be coming back again! Thanks Ma Ma La!

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 22, 2024

Eaten here dozens of times. Never disappointed. Food is always fresh & delicious.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Excellent food and staff.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Amazing food and the staff are always so friendly! Highly recommend to anyone in Lethbridge!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Amazing food! The Chilli oil is available in jars to buy for home!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

This is one of the best restaurants in Lethbridge! I have eaten in, as well as ordered take out and both experiences are wonderful! It is always fresh, hot and fast. As a vegetarian I find it hard to eat out, but Mama La s has something for everyone!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Always superb. The shrimp salad rolls are mwah! The bowls are enough for three meals. Thank you!!!

★★★
December 22, 2023

Super disappointed that they took the eggplant and mustard greens off the menu. I have been a loyal customer of mama la for over 2 years now. I have ordered the eggplant plant mustard green almost every 2-3 weeks the last couple of years. It was so good and I have heard the same thing from many other vegans. It is really sad they took one of the few vegan things off the menu and didn t even bother to replace. I tried the veggie currie noodles tonight and it was no where near as good. It had no sauce or flavor and only a couple pieces of tofu. Really hope they will consider bringing back the eggplant and mustard greens.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Incredible food and very generous portion sizes

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

delicious food and friendly staff!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Awesome food, come here at least monthly sometimes more as long as I m not on a cut! love the staff. I ve been going here for years since before COVID, during COVID and after. The quality of the food is always amazing and I ve had almost everything on the menu. The. portion sizes are great since I have a huge appetite. I ve brought dates here, came just myself, or bring family. Feels good to support business like this, always make sure to leave a nice tip!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Excellent food and service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Quick and tasty! Great portions and awesome price. The staff are super friendly, and I see the owner working just as hard as everyone else every time Im there. Its honestly really heartening. If youre wanting a DELICIOUS meal (that will probably feed you for a whole day), come out and support this awesome business. Also, their bread is phenomenal. Seriously, get a bahn mi or the beef stew with baguette.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Easily one of the best restaurants in Lethbridge. Amazing food (with great dietary options) and an awesome staff make it one of my favourites. I can t recommend it enough.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Excellent quality food and customer service. I actively ate here while on business. The staff treated me as a regular with the utmost quality customer experience. I highly recommend!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Best food that doesnt hurt your stomach and they give you big portions to take home and eat at home aswell

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Unbelievably good, like always. And the service is ALWAYS amazing!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

The Flavored latte I had was literally one of the best coffee drinks Ive had! The food was also very very good! The pork was so tender! Love it!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Good food. Really good potion size. Good customer service .

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

So this place opened recently. I consider myself something of a viet sub fan. The beef satay sub is amazing and no trip is complete without a bubble tea. (Just called blended drink with pearls) A little bit small, and closed on Mondays. The rest of the week the owner is usually hanging around and is super friendly. Way better than thai tais in Calgary, my old viet go to. Thanks for classing up the west side!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

A little cramped but the food is fantastic. Love the pepper beef and marinated pork ribs. I would give the curried shrimp a miss. Cannot wait to try the rest of the menu options!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Exceptional service, portion size, price, and above all flavor!!!! We drove 3.5 hours just to indulge in the fantastic spot!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Nice place

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Yummy yummy in my tummy.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

The customer service is impeccable!! And the food tastes amazing, this is my west-side go to for food!

★★★
December 22, 2023

Overpriced and food was mediocre. Pho noodles were big and meatballs were sliced so I got hardly any meat. Just not as good as the review say. Place looked clean and nice.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Just randomly visiting, 3 of us are chefs and also owners of 2 Vietnamese and Japanese houses in Edmonton accompanied by the main chef with 15 years of experience 1 Japanese and 1 Vietnamese and Our experience at MaMa LA is very impressive in terms of warmth. the love of the staff today (the restaurant is clean, the decoration is light about the food, the decoration is nice, but the food is a bit bland, maybe because it is suitable for local people)

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Delicious good for you food & kind hearted staff!!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Good little restaurant. Good food and service. Friendly staff

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Came here for the first time today and the grilled chicken sub was absolutely delicious and very filling. Lovely decor and great service. The strawberry smoothie was also tasty instead of being super sugary.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great Vietnamese food. Best in Lethbridge. Good prices and huge portions. Love the Vietnamese subs. Very friendly staff. If you haven t been to Mama La yet, don t hesitate to go there.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Such an incredibly busy place for good reason... The food is delicious

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Fresh, flavorful amazing dishes. Will be back next Lethbridge visit.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Best food in Lethbridge! Awesome staff

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

My absolute favourite place to eat in Lethbridge! Prices are good, food is amazing and the owner and staff are excellent!! Amazing Gluten free options too. Dietary restrictions: Gluten free options

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Very tasty food, huge portions and great service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great tasting food although some dishes a bit more spicy than North Vietnamese style. However they have done a great job with the ingredients available here.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Went here yesterday with my husband and we had a wonderful time! Food was excellent!! I had that Pho and he had the Beef Bowl. We shared spring rolls and we left happy with a full tummy. Highly recommend for a delicious modern take on Authentic Vietnamese dishes.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

The best PHO beef soup in Lethbridge!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

So far for us it is one of the Best Asian Restaurant here in lethbridge. I had the Caramelized pork ribs very tasty and the meat was soft and tender. My husband had the coconut curry soup which the portion size is good for 2 person, it was so delicious and was serve fresh and hot!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

We had a great experience. From the service to the serving sizes, everything was highly appreciated. The vegan selection is AMAZINg! Everything has so many flavours and very tasty. I wished we lived closer, I would be there all the time. Definitely the highlight of my trip to Lethbridge.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Easily the best food in Lethbridge!! Bahn Mi is a must!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

We love Mama La. The food is always delicious, with fresh ingredients, excellent flavours, and huge portions. I only wish some dishes weren t as oily, but it s a small price to pay for their food!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I wish there were one million more stars to give. Best Vietnamese in town. From the classic vermicelli bowls to the to the papaya salad and sweet and sour soup (get it extra spicy, you will love it), my Vietnamese cravings are always satisfied!! Thanks, Mamala!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Mama La is one place my wife and I consistently crave and go back to. There is nothing we have tried that we have not enjoyed but by far out favorites are the Bahn Mi sandwiches. Highly recommend!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

This is my new favorite spot for Vietnamese food. My wife and I came here for our anniversary, as it was highly rated and we really enjoy Vietnamese food. We ordered too much as it all sounded really good, but thats ok because we now have leftovers. We got Mamas chicken wings, crispy wrapped shrimp, pork and spring roll bowl with vermicelli, and the spicy satay chicken. All were very delicious. The bowl especially tasted very fresh, and the pork sliced thin and tender. I want to go back right now for lunch. We were surprised that they offer table service here as well, and the staff were great. Very friendly. Thank you Mama Las for making our anniversary a great one! My only complaint was that I ate too much.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

If youre looking for a place that is healthy, has a great atmosphere, and exceptional service Mamala is the place to be!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Husband and I went for lunch at Mama Las this afternoon, we havent been there for a while. We were greeted as soon as we walked in the door and the kindness continued throughout the time we were there. The food was delicious, highly recommend trying the soups on a cool day like today. We definitely will be back more often. Vegetarian options: Only saw that some of the meals had the vegetarian optio Parking: Parking can be tough during meal rush hours, but there is plenty of parking spaces if youre willing to walk during those times. Wheelchair accessibility: Entrance is level to the ground and sidewalk has area that is wheelchair accessible

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Very good service and food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

We were there for the first time, and we will definitely come again. These were very tasty ribs, a huge portion and the best service in Leithbridge. Thanks to the manager for a wonderful, tasty place that I want to come to again.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

We use their takeout quite often. Great food and you get lots.we recommend everyone try them.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Best Vietnamese in lethbridge. Best spring rolls Ive ever had. Delicious.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great place to get vietnamese food. The verm bowls are delicious. VN iced coffee was great too. Nice waitresses. Kid-friendliness: Family friendly

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

If I was rich Id be eating here every day. Three meals a day. THATS how good it is!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Had a lamb chop special - so amazing. The only noticeable issue, if one can call it n issue, is that the chops were different thicknesses so each was cooked differently. 2 well done and one medium rare. Otherwise best lamb I ve ever had. Food

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Very nice and modern restaurant. Foods are very attractive as well as the taste. Huge portions with reasonable price. Proper services and good hospitality from staffs and owners. Recommended.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Mama La has amazing quality. Weve tried 4 Vietnamese places in town and Mama La is by far the best. At first the prices seemed higher than usual but when we received our food the portion sizes were very large especially the vermicelli bowls. One bowl would easily satisfy my wife and I. Fresh ingredients/friendly and professional staff/delicious food. Certainly our go to for Vietnamese now!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Everything we had was delicious. Service was very good.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Love this little place. Super friendly staff and the food is amazing. Its a go to for me now.

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

We have tried mama la a few times when craving Vietnamese and unfortunately every time it is disappointing. The pho and vermicelli bowls lack flavor, the portions are good but every item we have had from here is bland.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Great food and great service. The beef stew has tender, fall apart pieces of beef and a thick, flavourful broth. Fantastic! This is a regular favourite place for us.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

The food was great. The people were great, and the whole experience was pleasant, I would recommend it to anyone.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

We were visiting from Medicine Hat for two nights. We went night one because of the vegan options, and loved it so much we went back the second night. Everything about this place is 5 stars.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great food, great price and great service! Tons of ACTUAL gluten free options for all my celiac friends!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Very tasty Food ! Parking: Open parking lot, many spots to park in. Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great place to go and eat

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

We always get the same 2 dishes: black pepper beef with rice & lemon grass chicken on noodles. This time, we got an extra order of the black pepper beef, requesting it have less pepper/milder. They we so friendly. It all came perfect. Highly recommend. Good service and quick as well. Parking: Busy lot

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Fantastic Vietnamese restaurant with great food and great staff! My family have been here at least 4 to 5 times, both eat-in and take-out. The food is always on point with fresh vegetables and perfectly cooked meat. The noodle soup is full of flavour as well. The portion is huge and definitely worth the price.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

First time eating there, my wife and I were greeted immediately and had a very attentive server. Portions were phenomenal and very large. The food was amazing and the experience was top notch. Best Vietnamese food in Lethbridge by a long shot.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

So yummy! My favourite dish is the lemongrass chicken bowl

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Absolutely love their food, order takeout from them at least once a week, lol! It is so good and the portions are huge and great for leftovers!! Thank you Mama La team!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

If fresh food, crisp veggies and flavorful cooking is your thing, you need Mama La in your life! The team is absolutely wonderful and the food is even better!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great eats. Portion sizes were generous and the food was tasty, quick service and a nice location. Open for dine in these days.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Authentic Vietnamese cuisine on the prairies! Having spent lots of time in Vietnam, I can without hesitation say that MAMA LA is the real deal. Their flavors are on point and out of this world. Friendly staff and generous portions. 10/10.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Good food, large portions & reasonable prices make Mama La a good spot to visit.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Doesn t quite live up to Vietnamese food I ve had before, but I think it might be the best you ll get anywhere in Lethbridge. Super generous portions and I appreciate how friendly the service is, though! My friend got the tofu bowl and honestly, I think that s the thing to order!!

★★★★
December 22, 2022

They where very good, everything was so fresh! The area is a little small so if your dinning in be there early. A little pricey but over all really good and tasty

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Absolutely LOVE this food! So delicious in a well made container. You get large amounts that gives you a meal for the next day. Not only is the food to die for, the service is always fast and with a smile!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Tasty Vietnamese dishes and delicious bubble tea!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Been going to Mama La s since it opened and it was always very good. Yesterday was different. They hit the WOW mark with one of the most memorable dining experiences ever!!! Great food combined with awesome service is the combination that cannot be beat.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Just WOW! One of the best. Has a modern twist or was it more traditional! Either way the proportions were HUGE!! The carded curried meat, delish, I had the option of rice in my bowl, loved it!! Didn t take a picture of my bowl but the curry bowl of soup, again very good. Oh and I almost forgot the stuffed spring rolls, wonderful, the meat tasted and I felt as if they were in house made with their own seasoned meat yummy goodness! The staff was very welcoming, attentive but not over the top. Left with a Vietnamese coffee to go and a great dinning experience, thanks team Mamma La s

December 22, 2022

We came in for a take out order and were greeted with abrupt and rude service. The milk tea was essentially iced coffee. Could get better iced coffee and service at tim Hortons. Disappointed.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

The food is always amazing. ...concerned about inflation price increases.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Awesome Vietnamese food! Portions are huge and the service is fantastic!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Our favourite place to eat in Lethbridge! Love the atmosphere and clean facilities. Absolutely amazing food. Reasonable prices. Exceptionally friendly staff with smiles for the toddler. Our favourite item is the spicy beef sub - you wont regret trying one! Update: the mango papaya smoothie is yummy! Both my toddler and I enjoyed it.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

This is one of the best Vietnamese restaurants Ive ever visited. The place is clean, staff is friendly and food is just awesome. Beef Pho I had tested very balanced, not too salty or greasy but full of subtle flavors.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

..k this is awsome for salad rolls..and subs..we love coming here when we in town..very nice staff..and very clean..we be back.

★★★★
December 22, 2022

The food was good, when asked if I could have satay on the side, the person who answered the phone didn t know what it was, and insisted it was chill oil, she even asked her boss (it is not this they are 2 very different sauces I was recommended this restaurant and I m glad I was.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

New favourite spot. The restaurant is clean and has a nice atmosphere with friendly staff. More importantly, the food is to die for!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Stopped in this afternoon for lunch and had a wonderful, tasty meal. We had the coconut curry soup and the lemongrass beef vermicelli bowl. The beef was amongst the best Ive had. The soup was so tasty we made sure the bowl was emptied. Great service, never an empty glass. We will be back!

Local Guide
December 22, 2022

OVER CHARGED be aware and prepared ! See attached pic.

★★★★
December 22, 2022

Very good but sizing is very large could not finish meal

★★★★
December 22, 2022

THIS PLACE WAS BALM AF THE FOOD HAD ME LIVID I will say the serving is quite large and hard to finish, BUT IF YOUR SUPER HUNGRY I 10/10 EECOMEND and the chicken in the pho is great. The boba is SO GOOD and tastes of nice cream

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

The Grilled pork and spring roll vermicelli bowl is my favourite dish from here. So healthy but flavourful and filling. The restaurant is very well decorated and the staff were efficient and polite.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Amazing food here. Portion sizes are just monstrous, just the right amount of heat too, will come back soon thats for sure, bubble tea is delicious

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Portions huge! Decent flavour! Highly recommend there Spicy satay chicken. Bubble tea was a let down unfortunately but other than that they are super consistent and great young staff! Overall Rate: 7/10

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Absolutely delicious vegan food. The peanut sauce is perfect. The two dishes I got were both very flavourful.

★★
December 22, 2022

I usually dont leave any reviews, but this is probably one of the worst Vietnamese meal Ive ever eaten. Maybe Im comparing to Vancouver standards and have high expectations for Pho. The soup base was tasteless and not hot enough when served to the table. The beef was cut a tad thicker than normal and was difficult to achieve the doneness with the not-so-hot broth. The spring rolls tasted good but $10 for that portion is a bit overpriced. I ordered the dripped coffee. However, it was not served in a traditional fashion with coffee dripping in front of you. Instead, they pulled out a pitcher of coffee from the fridge and mixed with condensed milk and served on ice. Therefore, the iced coffee was bland and missing the bold flavor that Vietnamese drip coffee should have. However, Ill give a 5 star for ambiance and service.

★★
December 22, 2022

It s very bland . We came with great hopes . And left with much disappointment. Well there are other Vietnamese restaurants in Lethbridge.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

First time there today. Wish I went a long time ago. Great food and generous portions

★★★
December 22, 2022

The space is nice and service was good, the appetizers were good but the soups lacked flavour. We also didn t like how they rushed everything out, we didn t get a chance to eat it our appetizers before the soup came so one or the other was cold by the time we got to it. Also didn t like how large the rolls were, could do with 4 smaller spring rolls instead of 2 large ones which didn t have the right deep fried texture being too thick.

★★★★
December 22, 2022

Delicious mango drink and lemongrass vermicelli! Just wish they had a more extensive menu

Local Guide
December 22, 2022

This restaurant is very clean and organized. The service is really good. However, the pho is very disappointed. I tried many pho restaurants in different cities, all of them have pretty similar taste on soup and have Thai basil for pho. This one, the soup is not tasted, there is only mint there. Even the beef, I am not sure if it is beef. Yes, the bowl diameter is larger than others, but it is pretty shallow. The price surprised me. Usually it is $12-16 depend on the size with 5 types of meats, but this is $17 with only 2 types. I do not recommend the pho from this restaurant to who loves vietnamese pho. Maybe others dishes good, but I did not try, they are all more expensive than others all vietnamese restaurants. All in all, different people have different favour, it is still good to try to see if you like it or not.

December 22, 2022

While this restaurant makes delicious food, it s menu is knowingly misleading. There are several items on the menu that are marked as GF but they are not gluten-free unless you request them to be. These items should be marked as GF AVAILABLE instead. I have brought this to their attention and I am hoping they fix this ASAP. Please deserve to know what they are eating.

Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Wouldn t take a bubble tea order still 20 minutes until close 8:00pm. That s messed up.

December 22, 2022

With still 20 mins to close they have already complete shut down the kitchen and throw out all the prepped ingredients for bubble tea, direct words out of the employees mouth. Absolutely horrible. Especially when we just watched a lady walk out with her freshly made drinks. Would not recommend at all.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Had their pork rice bowl. As a Vietnamese person, it tasted just like how we make it at home. Nice and grilled with a good sized portion for what you pay. Would not recommend getting their taro bbt though, they didnt add enough powder and the pearls themselves arent the greatest.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

MAMA LA is one of the best restaurants in Southern Alberta. I ve never had Vietnamese food with flavours this good. Portions are huge, too. I m surprised there isn t a lineup around the block every time I go.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Excellent service Very large servings! Too much for me. I rather have options. I have tasted better Vietnamese soup. Parking: Lots of parking

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

My family s favourite Vietnamese in Lethbridge! The portions are enormous, and very well priced. It was also nice to have vegan options without having to make any changes to the menu! Highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for a fresh take on Vietnamese and to support a wonderful local business! We love coming here anytime we are in town.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great vibe, friendly staff and amazing food! You cant ask for me. Just come early and maybe be ready to wait for a bit as the place has limited seating.

★★★
December 22, 2022

Food is consistently average with no surprises.Still cant figure out why they request a tip when you are picking up an order....maybe because it is put in a bag,it is what you ordered, and is consistently average?

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Visiting Lethbridge area, stopped at Mama La for lunch. The beef and beef ball pho was excellent - the broth is one the most flavorful Ive tasted. Also, had a classic cold cut banh mi - fillings were good, but the locally produced roll just cannot complete with a authentic Vietnamese flour/rice flour baguette.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

This place is seriously the best. Hands down my favorite restaurant in town. Food is great, I especially love their big bowls for 2.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Delicious! Fresh! Quick! I was very pleased both times Ive been here! Beware, the spring rolls are massive

★★
December 22, 2022

I was a loyal customer for the first two years of the stores opening. However, since then the restaurants prices have increased by nearly 50%. This is now the most expensive Vietnamese cuisine in the city that holds no significant advantage to competitors other than its location. On top of the increased prices, the restaurant still requests a tip on take out orders. This seems like a growing trend at many restaurants, which is not appropriate if you are not providing any service other than taking payment.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Big portions, very tasty food, friendly staff. Usually do pick up, and its ready in about 20 minutes. Dining room is a bit small and the places are close together, but otherwise fine. Youll be too busy eating to notice much else.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

My favorite restaurant of all time bar none. Excellent service, amazing staff, delicious food, great portion sizes, and I cant begin to stress how consistently good my experience is when I eat here. I have enjoyed dining here fairly often nearly since they opened and I have not had one negative experience in any regard.

December 22, 2022

I really wanted to love this place, the food is great, nice comfortable atmosphere but unfortunately the owner, not so great. Ive been twice and both times Ive left feeling frustrated and a little offended at how the owner talked and treated myself and some of the customers she felt maybe werent worthy of ordering food at her establishment. Again the food is great, I just cant get past being treated poorly when Im wanting to support a local small business. Wish I would but wont be back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

The MamaLa team deliver exceptional food and service every time. We particularly enjoy the soup, stew, salad rolls, sandwiches, bowls .oh we love it all. The food comes from the heart and you can taste it in the broths and sauces. If you are a fan of peanut sauce or chili oil, they make jars to purchase and take home. My favourite restaurant in the city. Vegetarian options: MamaLa has an exceptional selection of vegetarian options.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

mmmmmmmmmmmmmm

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

I havent seen any other Vietnamese restaurants like udon-like, chewy noodles + Mamas fried rice. Good quantity/taste. I took a picture while eating it because I wanted to recommend it. Its not a new picture. Parking: Right in front of the store

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Always awesome. Great food, fast service, explains why it is typically always busy. Definitely check this place out if you havent already!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Best in town highly recommend

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

I had the Vietnamese style Brisket stew as a bit of an experiment. So glad I tried it! I love this restaurant, the atmosphere is amazing, the food was fantastic and the service was 10/10. This place is a must stop in west Lethbridge. Blown away!

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

We have dined in and through covid have done take out and dined at home. The food is some of the freshest and most flavourful food in town. And this team hustles, they have to. They full on have to work as fast as they can to get the food out and get on the next order because they are so busy because the food is so good. Working at that speed every shift is hard. And still, the food is always fabulous. Thank you Mama La Team.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Amazing fresh food!! The staff are friendly and helpful and is a great place for lunch or supper!

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Great people and food

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

I have nothing but positive feedback to give Mama Las, very attentive and friendly staff, very eager to fix mistakes and go above and beyond. My favorite menu item (satay beef soup) is no longer on the menu however they were happy to re-create it! If you havent tried Mama La youve gotta make a stop here for lunch!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

The Caramelized Pork Ribs are probably the best dish in the city.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

I have only ordered delivery from Mama La once, never physically been there. Food was delicious and portion was HUGE. I got a vermicelli and one order was way too much for one person! I mean this only in a good way because you re absolutely getting a lot of bang for your buck!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Really good food! They have amazing portions for their prices.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Top Vietnamese restaurant in Lethbridge. I dare say, it s the top Asian restaurant in Lethbridge. Source: I m Asian.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Good food, not the goat though

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

I had no idea this little gem existed, and wow am I glad we found it. The food is delicious and flavorful, the staff are so friendly and welcoming, and the portions are incredibly generous!

★★★★
December 22, 2021

Cute, little, modern vietnamese restaurant. Very welcoming ambiance. Cleanly. I always get the spicy noodle soup - never disappoints, the flavour is amazing. Spring rolls, pork and spring roll bowls, bbq pork banh mi are must tries. I started going when they first opened up and prices have gone up which is expected. Quality of food has not wavered but quantity has. I ve also tried the taro bubble tea several times and I think it could use a little more flavour.

December 22, 2021

Food was ok. But my server wasnt nice.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Amazingly fast, great service and the food was fantastic. I had the curry shrimp and it was a huge portion and loaded with shrimp. I would highly recommend.

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Just finished an amazing meal with my son. I had the Black Pepper Beef plate where they were happy to substitute extra veggies for the rice or noodles to accommodate my diet. It was delicious and would easily feed two people. My son had the Spicy Beef Noodle soup that hes still trying to finish as I write this review...lol. The cafe style decore is simple and quaint but a little busy and noisy with many pickups and deliveries while we were there.