The bar is small, narrow, and not really condusive to large groups, but if you're in the mood to sit at a bar, have a good happy hour, or sit on a nice patio in downtown Steamboat in the summer, then Mambos is great. The food (dinner) is so-so, overpriced but if you're not super-picky with Italian food, you won't... more

We went on a Saturday night in late March. It was packed, so I anticipated a great meal. Our waitress couldn't get my wife's order right initially, but after two failed attempts she finally got it. Food was average, but the environment is what really killed the mood. It was so loud, I couldn't hear my wife from across the... more

Enjoyed the food here a lot. more

A staple, I love this place, it's fun, good food and a favorite more

Several locals recommended this Italian restaurant so we took their advice. Everything was yummy but I wouldn't suggest bringing young children. They were very accommodating but we felt it was more for adults than youngsters. I ordered the Mambo ravioli ... definitely recommended. more

I live in Steamboat Springs during the ski season and Mambo is one of my favorites. I always sit at the kitchen counter and enjoy watching the cooks whip up everything from Pizza to Ravioli to Steaks. The cooks are friendly and if not too busy enjoy conversations with the guests at the counter. When friends or family come for... more

Great restaurant, great wine, great people. Don't forget to take a couple homemade canolis home with ya. more

I know Mambo Italiano has been written up in a national cuisiine magazine, although i can't remember which one. The fact is it is quaint and charming and wonderful. The food is fantastic as well as the service and atmosphere. If you like these kinds of drinks, you HAVE to have the chocolate martini. I asked the waiter what it... more

Maybe the food is good--we wouldn't know, because 45 minutes after our salads we were still waiting for our main courses. The waitress didn't even look our way and when we finally tracked her down, she told us it would be at least another 20 minutes. If the kitchen can't handle the volume, then they shouldn't pack in so many... more