In May 2004 Mama's Bar had just opened beside its sibling, the East Village comfort-food capital Mama's Food Shop1. Owner Michael "Mama" Rosenfeld meant to keep it low-profile and low-key1. The green awning out front still read "Deli & Grocery," and there was no sign in sight1. When we listed it, we called it a low-key neighborhood theatre and artist hangout, so the plan held.
Researched October 2026.