About

This tiny hole-in-the-wall pizzeria next to Edgar's Inn serves authentic Italian wood-fired pizzas. Popular choices include the prosciutto and rocket or the mushroom with caramelised onion, all cooked with the characteristic char that comes from genuine wood-fired cooking. Grab a pizza for takeaway, or enjoy them next door at the pub, either way, Mama Dough serves up top notch pizza that you wont want to miss.

Best Times to Visit

Visit Tuesday-Thursday evenings for quieter dining, or weekends for the full buzzing atmosphere. Friday-Saturday nights showcase the restaurant at its liveliest.

Opening Hours

Monday: 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday: 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Friday: 12:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Saturday: 12:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Busiest Time

Friday-Saturday 6PM - 8PM

Quietest Time

Tuesday-Wednesday 12PM - 2PM

Restaurant Features

Outdoor Seating, Delivery, Takeaway, Dine-in, Wheelchair Accessible, Free Parking, Alcohol Service, Vegetarian Options, Family-friendly, Accepts Reservations, Digital Payments, Dog-friendly Outdoor Area

Meals Served

Lunch, Dinner

Cuisine

Italian

Neighbourhood

Inner North

Website

Visit

Phone

Phone

Getting There

By Car: From central Canberra, head northeast along Limestone Avenue towards Ainslie. Turn right into Wakefield Gardens and you'll find Mama Dough Pizza at number 2. Free parking is available both in the restaurant's car park and along the street, making it convenient for diners arriving by car.

By Public Transport: Take bus route 9 or 10 from the city centre towards Dickson or Watson, alighting at the Limestone Avenue/Wakefield Gardens stop. From there, it's just a short 2-minute walk to the restaurant. Alternatively, buses 30 and 31 service the nearby Majura Avenue corridor with a slightly longer walk through the residential streets of Ainslie.

By Taxi or Ride-Share: Request pickup or drop-off at 2 Wakefield Gardens, Ainslie. The location is easily accessible via major arterial roads and most drivers will be familiar with this popular dining destination. The journey from Canberra city centre typically takes 8-12 minutes depending on traffic.

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