Mama’s Greek Cuisine – Where the Locals Meet to Eat Located in the heart of the historic Sponge Docks in Tarpon Springs, Mama’s Greek Cuisine has been serving authentic, homemade Greek food since 1978. Founded by Mama, a Kalymnos-born local who came to Tarpon Springs in 1961 with her sponge diver husband, this family-style restaurant is rooted in tradition and love.