Madre Pizza

Tagliatelle bolognese with basil and shaved cheese at Madre Cucina Italiana, Casco Viejo, Panama City
HighlightsUpdated Jul 2026
  • Known for Pizza al tartufo
  • One of 9 Italian spots in Casco Viejo

What's good

Distilled from public mentions, no ratings

  • Warmly decorated room, plus outdoor tables on Plaza Herrera.
  • Prime, easy-to-find location facing the Sofitel Legend in the heart of Casco Viejo.
  • Ingredient quality and the sourdough-crust pizzas are frequently highlighted.
  • Weekend live music adds to the atmosphere.

The food

Pizza al tartufo

Truffle-cream pizza with asiago, pecorino and mozzarella; the house's best-known pie.

Popular
Scrocchiarella-style pizza

Thin, crisp Roman-style crust made with sourdough starter, a house signature.

Popular
Burrata with sun-dried tomato pesto

Creamy burrata starter dressed with tomato pesto.

Octopus carpaccio

Thinly sliced octopus served as a cold appetizer.

Pappardelle with short rib

Wide ribbon pasta in a braised short-rib sauce.

Tiramisu

Classic coffee-soaked Italian dessert.

Where it is

frente al hotel sofitel, C. 1a Oeste, legend, Provincia de Panamá, Panama
Casco Viejo, Panama City
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Good to know

Gluten-free optionsVegan optionsVegetarian optionsOutdoor seating on Plaza HerreraFacing Sofitel Legend Casco ViejoValet parkingLive music Friday and SaturdayGluten-free pasta availableVegan pizza and vegetarian optionsReservations recommended on weekendsGood for groups

Best time to go

BusiestFri-Sat eveningsWeekend nights draw the crowd
Easy tableWeekday lunchQuick, easy seat
Sweet spotThu, 6-7 PMEarly dinner before it fills

Frequently asked

What kind of food does Madre Pizza serve?

Madre Pizza serves Italian. The menu includes Pizza al tartufo, Scrocchiarella-style pizza, Burrata with sun-dried tomato pesto.

What's good at Madre Pizza?

Warmly decorated room, plus outdoor tables on Plaza Herrera. That reflects what people consistently say online - EatsPanama does not post star ratings.

When is Madre Pizza open?

Madre Pizza serves seven days a week. Most days it opens around 12:00 and closes around 10:00 PM.

Does Madre Pizza have vegetarian, vegan or gluten-free options?

The listing notes Gluten-free options, Vegan options, Vegetarian options. Options can change, so confirm with the restaurant when you go.

Where is Madre Pizza?

frente al hotel sofitel, C. 1a Oeste, legend, Provincia de Panamá, Panama, Casco Viejo, Panama City.

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Around Casco Viejo

Madre Pizza is one of 149 restaurants EatsPanama tracks in Casco Viejo, Panama City. Every listing is built from public sources and menus - no restaurant can pay to appear. The neighborhood leans toward Cafe, Bar, Panamanian.

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