Richmond's Mama J's Kitchen Soul Food Restaurant gets positive Yelp reviews

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Mama J’s Kitchen

Mama J's Kitchen, located at 415 N 1st Street, Richmond, VA 23219, is advertised as the "Best soul food restaurant in Richmond." Mama J's Kitchen has 1.4K positive reviews on Yelp to prove it.

Mama J’s is a neighborhood restaurant based on the family tradition of going to Grandma’s for Sunday dinner. Mama J aims to combine great southern food with outstanding service in a relaxing atmosphere.

According to Mama J's website:

"Mama J’s is Richmond’s premiere soul food dining experience. This family-owned and operated restaurant located in Historic Jackson Ward celebrates the family tradition of going to grandma’s house for Sunday dinner. With a vast array of mouth-watering favorites, Mama J’s combines great southern food with outstanding service in a relaxing atmosphere."

Mama J's Fried Chicken and Collard GreensPhoto byMama J's Dinner/Yelp Screenshot

Mama J's Menu

There are favorite things to eat when customers visit Mama J's Kitchen. All meals are just like they are on Grandma's table. Customers choose their main dish, and all sides are cost extra. All meals are à la carte. That allows customers to mix and match their favorite foods. Therefore, the entire meal is quite pricey if you order everything you want to eat and drink.

The meal below costs $42.

• 2 catfish: $15
• collard greens: $5
• mac and cheese: $5
• candied yams: $5
• corn muffin: $1
• dessert: $6
• drink: $3
• coffee: $2

Catfish Dinner at Mama J's KitchenPhoto byMama J's Dinner/Yelp Screenshot

Popularity of Mama J's Kitchen

Mama J's Kitchen is very popular, which means it is almost always crowded because the restaurant is quaint and small.

The establishment is open Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. until 9 p.m. It is open on Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Many people order the servings to go, put them on their tables, and the entire family eats a heartfelt meal at home. Those who stay and eat in Mama J's Kitchen get excellent service.