Mothers & Sons Trattoria
Phone: (919) 294-8247
Find handmade pasta inspired by chef Josh DeCarolis’s Italian nonna at Mothers & Sons Trattoria downtown, where our best recommendation is to fully go for it with a four-course, Italian-style meal with salads and bruschetta to start, followed by a pasta or two to share, a hearty protein entrée with vegetable sides and dessert. You may overdo it, but an after-dinner espresso or aperitif will set you straight. Experiment with the extensive selection of amaro to aid your digestion.
Cuisines
- Celebrated Cuisine
- Italian
Hours
Monday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM
Tuesday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM
Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM
Thursday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM
Friday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Tuesday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM
Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM
Thursday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM
Friday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Map
Google Rating
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This is just great spot for dinner’s anniversary and family dinners. Me and my partner loved it Customer service was great, Crispy Octopus are must try they are super delicious! I changed my pasta noodle little bit it was perfect for me and I love how it tasted. It was busy even on Monday Night and you might have to pay for parking before 7pm. Overall I would it 9/10!
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I have mixed feelings about this restaurant because on one hand I felt the food was great - delicious cocktails, handmade pasta, amazing pana cotta…BUT the servers were almost comically unfriendly. From the moment we sat down, it felt like they actively did not want us there. When I asked about the drink special, the server jerked her thumb backwards at a sign that said “ask your server about our spritz special” lol
We were here for a business dinner and as soon as we left, all we could talk about was what felt like a weirdly hostile environment for what should be a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. I think an attitude adjustment would have made this experience much more enjoyable, because as I said, the food was actually pretty great. -
The speed that I moved Mothers and Sons Trattoria from "Want to go" to my "Favorites" section was lightning fast! We have never been here before today. And I'm so happy that we came. Isaac was our server and he didn't miss a single beat. He was extremely attentive, was very fun and funny, and made a fantastic recommendations. He and Alicia were just wonderful with everything they informed us about and the way they kept on top of everything. The food was, of course a complete bonus. Neither of us expected it to be that amazing! My boyfriend had the Italian steak and I had the Cacchio de Pepe. That was actually the best steak that either of us have had in the state of North Carolina, and my pasta was super creamy and cheesy! We also had the Italian rice balls and mozzarella and tomatoes as an appetizer and those were fantastic. You have to make sure that you get the chef's seasoned butter with the bread, it is definitely worth it! He also had the zeppole and cappuccino for dessert and I had the Fernet as an after dinner drink. We cannot wait to come back!
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I had a wonderful experience at Mothers & Sons Trattoria and would absolutely return the next time I’m in Durham.
The restaurant itself is beautiful—rustic, warm, and incredibly inviting. The menu was packed with tempting bruschettas, house-made pastas, and entrées, making it very difficult to decide what to order.
My friend wasn’t particularly hungry, but I definitely was, so I ordered a few things to sample. The burrata and tomato bruschetta was outstanding. The bread was warm and perfectly crisp, while the burrata and tomatoes were fresh and bursting with flavor.
I also ordered the Tagliatelle al Ragù, and it was fantastic. The homemade pasta was perfectly cooked, and the ragù was rich, flavorful, and comforting. My friend ordered the Paccheri Cacio e Pepe, and after stealing a few bites, I can confidently say it was equally delicious. The sauce was light, creamy, and beautifully balanced, and the pasta itself was cooked to perfection.
For dessert, we shared cannoli filled with pistachio and chocolate cream, which were a wonderful ending to the meal. The dirty martini was also very well made.
A special shoutout to our server, Alicia, who was an absolute superstar. She was incredibly knowledgeable about the menu, attentive, and accommodating—especially when dealing with my delightfully chaotic friend. Her excellent service made an already great meal even better.
If you’re looking for authentic Italian food in a beautiful setting with exceptional service, Mothers & Sons is well worth a visit. -
Great overall experience. The setting was very intimate, staff was very welcoming and knowledgeable. This was my first time so I got all the information about specials and their vast menu choices. The beet salad was delicious and so was my entree, the Eggplant Parmesan. I would absolutely be back to try their other selections.
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