Very nice people Food is good but for the price you pay fot the take out dinner the meat is OK but the veggies is very little the price of looking at my dinner. I was very disappointed for that price I was charged. read more

Stepping into IDA MAE's is like heading to your aunt's house after Sunday church, where the whole Southern family has shown up, and everybody brought their signature dish. You know the kind of place I'm talking about. We grabbed an outdoor table, nicely shaded on a beautiful day, and settled in. The food here, quite simply, takes your dog for a walk. I ordered the spicy fried catfish senior plate (thank you for offering these!) with green beans, while my date went with the baked chicken and garlic mashed potatoes. Add a glass of sweet tea to tie it all together, and suddenly the world seems a little more right with itself. The catfish was flaky crispy and the beans swimming in its own juices and potatoes. Naturally, we weren't leaving without dessert. The peach cobbler was the perfect way to finish things off. It was missing the à la mode, but it still slapped your mama. Hard. IDA MAE's feels less like eating out and more like being welcomed into somebody's Southern family. And that, along with some mighty fine cooking, is what makes this place special. read more

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Short Version: Food: Excellent 10/10 Ambience: Adequate 5/10 Service: Friendly and Attentive 10/10 Lengthy Appreciation: The food was phenomenal with healthy portions. I ordered the wings and was pleasantly surprised to find that it included two sides of my choice which were the Yams and Mac and Cheese. Needless to say it was all superb and authentic. My only complaint was the flickering light inside which led me to enjoy my wonderful meal outdoors in the pleasant weather. The music indoors and out is a little loud but the staff here is very kind and will absolutely offer to turn it down if it bothers you. read more

Ida Mae’s - Jumbo Wings (3) Mama's Mac n Cheese Linda's Candied Yams Kool-aid / Lemonade - Soul Food Near Me - Waxahachie, Texas

Stopped in with my girlfriend and her kids after a day at Scarborough's Hollow Fall. Despite our costumes we were welcomed warmly and treated to friendly service and one of the best meals I've eaten in Texas. The sweet tea was just like my grandma made, and the greens were some of the best I've ever had. Everyone at the table enjoyed their dinner. We had peach cobbler, banana pudding cheesecake, and browned butter pecan cheesecake which did not disappoint! read more

Food was pretty good! I had Chicken Spaghetti with greens & cabbage and you get hot water cornbread with it. All was pretty good will be going back for the pork chops cause I hear everyone ordering it! read more

Ida Mae’s - Chicken Spaghetti, greens & cabbage& hot water cornbread! Pretty dag gum good! - Soul Food Near Me - Waxahachie, Texas

The place is small & cozy just enough space for a nice comfortable meal music was everything while waiting I dance in my chair while I wait for the food which came out hot and fresh good service friendly conversation price is fair for what you get I didn't give 5 stars because the person who took the order & seated us was not welcoming she seemed to be pre occupied but the person who took over was he was friendly and polite read more

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October 22, 2026. I ordered my food ahead of time. When I walked into the establishment, the music was way too loud. The establishment was clean as always, and the staff was nice especially the gentleman that answered the phone that took my order. I ordered the smothered pork chops with cabbage, green beans, and macaroni and cheese. I was given collard greens as well. Collard greens I do not eat. I went back into the establishment to let the lady know and she explained to me that I wasn't charged for it, and that was fine. Due to the Music being way too loud she did not understand what I was saying and I had to repeat myself several times. When I got home, the food did not taste the same as it did a year or two years ago. Of course I have been there this year, but I am unsure of what I ordered back then. When they were just getting started I was at that place every day because the food was seasoned very very very well but on this day, the pork chops had zero seasoning. The green beans were really really good. The cabbage was bland. And I'm not sure who's making the hot water cornbread, but it was very dry and without flavor. Well I got home. The food was warm still which I liked. I paid a little over $25 for my food and was disappointed. I do not like throwing away food, but I did not complete the whole container. I will give it another try maybe later however not anytime soon. read more

Incredible food. Probably the best food I have ever had in a restaurant. Yams,collard greens,peach coblbler and my favorite was the chicken and waffles. Everything felt super rich with flavor. It was a few months ago since I have been there but there was a chill vibe there. I believe they play music but can't remember. I will say the service was slightly messy. We and a few people around us were getting wrong orders. I believe it was just sides but it is noteworthy. I definitely want to go there again though. read more

This was a first time in for us. It was a really clean restaurant that smelled of wonderful food. The service was good and somewhat fast considering we came in before a big rush. The building is somewhat small for inside eating so lots of people were picking you their food to go. The food was wonderful and seasoned very nicely. A place I will have to go back to soon. Nice little hidden gem. When we left there was a gentleman selling koolaid pickles so we stocked up on some good pickles to take home. I would have given this place 5 stars but the waiter didn't understand all the assignment. When asked to bring some strained black eyed pea juice with no black eyed peas he brought a to go container with some sips in it and brought a bit more with equal parts black eyed peas and juice. The juice was for someone on a full liquid diet. They left hungry but still satisfied and grateful with what they got. They stayed busy and the food was great so I hope to see them expand someday. I will be back for sure. read more

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OMG! What can I say, about Ida Mae's because the food, the atmosphere, and the service says it all. If you truly want real soul food this is the place. Everything I ate was seasoned just right. The greens were full of flavor and not salty. The sweet potatoes, not sugar down and the fish was not fishy at all. I will be back and I live an hour away! But the drive is worth it. read more

Great food! Very cordial staff with good customer service. I would strongly recommend Idamae's.

This was our first time having dinner at Ida Mae's. It's a small quaint little restaurant. If you drive too fast you could possibly drive past it. Anyway. When r walked in there were about 6 or 7 people bunched at the door, they were all there for varying reasons (food pick up, to order food to go, or be seated). Now the trick to being seated, is that you basically get in where you fit in. The staff was nice. The food was definitely plentiful, but just ok. I'm willing to go back and try them when they are but 2 hours away from closing time. read more

I had a very disappointing experience with Ida Mae's Restaurant in Waxahachie and feel the public should be aware. I placed an online order through their website for the following: Two (2) 3-piece fried chicken wing dinners with two sides each, priced at $9.99 each as advertised online One (1) catfish dinner Shortly after submitting my order, I received a phone call from a representative stating that I had been undercharged. I was told the online price was an error and that the wings were actually supposed to be $17.99 each, not the price listed on their own website. They wanted to recharge me an additional amount for a price that was not advertised online. I was honestly shocked. I paid exactly what their website reflected at the time of purchase. After speaking with a manager, I was told I had only two options: pay the upcharge or receive a full refund. I chose the refund. What was most disappointing is that the restaurant did not honor their advertised price, even though the mistake was theirs--not mine. I did not argue or request they honor the price because I don't feel comfortable having food prepared when there is already a disagreement or questionable business practice involved. As a result, I've placed Ida Mae's on my "do not dine" list. I believe in fair and honest business practices, and this experience fell short of that standard. read more

Ida Mae’s - Soul Food Near Me - Waxahachie, Texas

Best soulfood ever I drove over 100 miles just for lunch. Great vibe, friendly folk. Ill be back soon. Fish and meatloaf!!!!! read more

My bride suggested we come here for dinner today. It's a little hole in the wall place. They do a lot of to-go and online orders. It's a bit confusing when you come in because of the line. We wanted to have a seated dinner. The food was good and hot. Little lacking in the seasoning but overall it reminded me of some of the places I have eaten in East Texas. read more

Friendly service, nice facility, and food I will think about for the rest of my life. Black eyed peas of perfection, collard greens melting into the flavor of fried catfish, and candied yams paired with bites of banana pudding cheesecake. Skip the max and cheese but indulge in the above! Can't wait to come back! read more

Ida Mae’s - Collard greens, candied yams, black eyed peas - Soul Food Near Me - Waxahachie, Texas

If you're reading this review and looking for some good food, priced right and paired with friendly customer service you've found it. Stop looking right now and head on over to Ida Mae's in Waxahatchie. The food was hot and incredibly delicious. My husband had their smothered pork chops and I ordered the fried catfish they were both 5 stars entrees and very generous portions. Satisfaction guaranteed! Treat yourself or cheat yourself! read more

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Great customer service. The fried chicken wings were cooked to perfection. The food was delicious.

Servers down to earth and attentive.' Great after church atmosphere and friendly! Totally enjoyed my afternoon dinner

This was my first time visiting this restaurant. I placed an order to go and my food was ready within 15 minutes. The customer service and food were great. The greens tasted amazing. The chicken, yams and black eye peas were delicious. I will definitely visit again. read more

Do you recommend this business? ABSOLUTELY!!!! I am so glad that I came across this location. I initially came here wanting some oxtails, but learned that that entree and other southern classics are offered on the weekends only. So instead, I ordered the fried catfish, collard greens, yams and two chicken wings on the side. Everything was seasoned to perfection, cooked thoroughly and tasted nice and fresh. You can tell this location gets a lot of foot traffic by the way people were pulling up and ordering on a regular weekday, and I was so glad to see it . Such friendly workers, with a nice combination of different kinds of people, ranging from young to older people. The guy operating the register either Hispanic or some type of Asian , he was so welcoming and friendly. Happily Answering questions and explaining the menu. I'm not sure if the older black woman that was there present when I was ordering is Ms. Ida Mae. if that was her, that made my visit even more enjoyable/authentic. It's always a plus to see the owners actively working together with their team. Location was really clean and instead of just standing around, the workers were walking around sweeping , wiping down tables and counters. That's always a plus. That shows that they value and respect where they work. And as they should. This establishment also attracts some really kind people/customers. It had to have been maybe 5 different parties ordering food Togo , and everyone was talking and helping each other out with the Menu and the returning customers were also answering questions for us newbies and giving their positive feedback. It was definitely an experience that was had. I can't wait to return and try other things on the menu. ....... 10/10..... read more

Ida Mae’s - 2 piece catfish w/ collard greens, yams and 2 piece chicken wings - Soul Food Near Me - Waxahachie, Texas

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This restaurant is amazing. The food is extremely good and the staff is answering we love them.

I go because of the greens and black eyed peas but the pork chops smothered in gravy sends it over the top. I'll be back

first time quick visit! ordered hot water cornbread and peach cobbler. must be missing my Grandmother and Aunt Judy! Delicious, very clean, friendly service and quick. food packaged well to stay warm and when I got there at 2:40 the place was packed! 10/10 will be back read more

Words just can't describe how AMAZING this restaurant is, everything was so delicious and flavorful. Staff, waiter, and all employees were THE ABSOLUTE BEST! read more

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We were greeted as soon as we walked in to this restaurant. It was very clean and we felt comfortable. It did take long for us to receive or food that was hot and taste delicious. I order the baked chicken (dark meat), sweet potato and greens. I plan to make this my new place when wanting soul food read more

Ida Mae’s - Smothered pork chops, mashed potatoes with brown gravy, collard greens and hot water cornbread. - Soul Food Near Me - Waxahachie, Texas

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Peeps. If you in Waxahachie fall through and support this intimate soul food restaurant. Portions were small but tasted good. #Pkast read more

Ida Mae’s - Outside - Soul Food Near Me - Waxahachie, Texas

Was searching for a quick spot to eat after looking at homes and came across this spot in Yelp. Small location but plenty of seating. I can imagine a Sunday after church, it's probably packed but for good reason! We were pleasantly surprised with each meal we ordered. I ordered the chicken wings with Mac and greens. Wings weren't fried too hard and the greens were flavored nicely. The Mac was a little more liquidy than my preference. However, it was seasoned well and I still enjoyed the whole thing. The portions were great. The catfish was PHENOMENAL! Seasoned amazing. Would absolutely order it again. This place would see me at least once a week if we make Waxahachie home! read more

Ida Mae’s - Catfish, Mac and greens with cornbread - Soul Food Near Me - Waxahachie, Texas

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The first time my friend bought me here on a Sunday and it was good. I decided to place a pickup order on Friday late afternoon around 3:30 pm. I arrive and 2 ladies say the App undercharged by 7 dollars so I pay. I get home to old chicken wings, old collard greens, old pinto beans and sweet potato pie. I eat one wing, a couple bites each of very salty greens, pinto beans and pie before throwing it all in the sink and trash. Within one hour I'm on the toilet with severe stomach cramps and diarrhea. I call my friend and she is also surprised. I will call them today to ask for a refund. The place was practically empty at the time with a staff hanging out the door when I pulled up. read more

Food was amazing I got the smothered pork chops and my dad got the oxtails witch he said was amazing ambience is awesome smooth jazz service is 10/10 nice would highly recommend read more

Sunday, chicken and dressing, with two sides, collard greens and garlic, mashed potatoes, and a cornbread fritter. Excellent! read more

Ida Mae’s - Sunday chicken and dressing special with collard greens, garlic, mashed potatoes, and a cornbread fritter. Excellent! - Soul Food Near Me - Waxahachie, Texas

Ida Mae's did not disappoint! The food was absolutely delicious. I ordered the smothered pork chops, and they were incredibly tender and full of flavor. The sides were just as good--perfectly seasoned and clearly made with care. My mom had the chicken wings and loved every bite, along with her sides as well. Everything tasted fresh, hearty, and homemade. This was a great experience from start to finish, and we will definitely be back! read more

My second review. After looking at my Amex bill I noticed I was overcharged. GiGi was very considerate. But the other waitress checked us out and she asked me what I had to drink and I explained water. The food I had was Ox tails @$33 and peach cobbler @6.99. My bill came out to be $50 (how does tha t add up to $50.00 and I tipped them $5.00. So watch your check when u visit. read more

Be patient, everything is prepared fresh and worth the wait. The staff makes everyone feel like old friends. And the sweet tea is respectable read more

Ida Mae’s - Fried pork chops, collards and black eyed peas peas - Soul Food Near Me - Waxahachie, Texas

Drove 45min just for them to say they are close. But sign and website says otherwise on Wednesday through Saturday. Made it there at 6:30 p.m. read more

I love soul food!!! This spot did not disappoint. I used to hit the BBQ spot that was at this location and am happy with what it is now. Do yourself a favor and give Ida Mae's a shot. read more

Ida Mae’s - Hard at work in the back - Soul Food Near Me - Waxahachie, Texas

So my husband and I did a thing today. Originally from NY and Ohio where good soul food spots are in abundance, It has been so hard to find ANY soul food restaurants in the DFW area since moving here over 20 yrs ago that you don't have to travel an hour to get to. Anyway, I stumbled across Ida Mae's while scrolling on my phone last night, and only 15 minutes away! Yay!! Today we decided to pick up a couple different entrees and various sides to bring back home and give them a try. Ida Mae did not disappoint. The place was a nice small spot, but clean, quaint, friendly, with great customer service and nice music playing softly. There were already several customers seated seeming enjoying Ida Mae's cooking. We will be back and next time it won't be take-out! Oh and the peach cobbler was ooooh good! read more

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Ordered the wings, collard greens, yams, & black eyed peas. Everything was very very good. I've spread the word and will be going back.

Took my son to lunch here today and from the moment we walked in and smelled the food from the moment we left with full bellies was a great experience! Best fried chicken I think I've ever had, we both got chicken wings and even he stripped them to the bone! The Cake Daddy cake bowl was a plus! This will definitely be a regular spot for us now and I'm bummed we didn't make it a point to go sooner! read more

Ida Mae’s - Chicken Wing Entree with Mac and Cheese and Garlic Mashed Potatoes - Soul Food Near Me - Waxahachie, Texas

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Fried chicken with cabbage and yams was delicious. Hubby had fried pork chops with black eye peas and greens and loved it. Service was prompt. Love the gospel music in the background. Will come back again when in the area. read more