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“Soul Food in Richmond, VA”
One of fourteen children of Willard and Alease Roland, Mama J was born and raised right here in Richmond, VA. As part of a family that large, along with her sisters and brothers, they took on a lot of responsibility around the house. One of those responsibilities was helping their mother in the kitchen. This is where she learned many of the recipes that are now served in Mama J’s. Mama J’s is a neighborhood restaurant based on the family tradition of going to grandma’s for Sunday dinner. Our goal is to combine great southern food with outstanding service in a relaxing atmosphere. We prepare our food fresh daily on site, everything from Pan Fried Catfish to Candied Yams & Macaroni & Cheese to Homemade Cakes & Cobblers. The Mama J’s experience is designed to take you back to a simpler time where family gatherings were commonplace and everyone looked forward to them because of the food and fellowship. Come experience it for yourself and let us know what you think.
I've only experienced their catering over the years (and it was the only reason to attend the meetings!) But I visited their restaurant for lunch today, and it felt like home. Relaxed atmosphere.... Read more
Mama J's was busy today, this was my first time going to Mama J's Kitchen so I am unsure if it's always that busy. I went in, it took about 15 mins to get a table. The restaurant is kinda small so... Read more
My first time trying real southern soul food and this place did not disappoint! I'm back on the west coast but still dreaming about the marinated brisket and what magic they must have worked to... Read more
Mama J's Kitchen
Hours
- Sun - Thu: 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
- Fri, Sat: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Credit Cards Accepted
- Reservations
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