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    My Mama's Kitchen

    4.5 (518 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Cucumber salad
    Maria G.

    I've had this place bookmarked forever and was so excited to go! It's a small cute quaint spot and definitely gives you a mom and pop vibe. The staff is helpful and patience as to the questions you may have about the menu. I heard about the wings so that is what the hubs and I knew that we had to get. But ugh...the wings were fried a little too hard and the sauce we had didn't really taste good. I also had the salmon Po boy and it was ok. Didn't realize he had cheese on it, so I would definitely omit that next time. But overall, they have a menu that will get your tummy full.

    Ara A.

    Unfortunately this place had a not so stellar offering. Order the burger with Thai wings, the burger was sloppily made with old withered shredded lettuce. The wings didn't seem fresh and they were overcooked so it was hard. The wings cannot be considered jumbo as they are small winglets. For the price point they have to rediscover their original stance on quality. Also they forgot to pack my ranch dressing with my order.

    Out front
    China B.

    Its been a while since i ate here so my sis and i went to check them out. They've rearranged the restaurant since last time i was there. We called in an order for the catfish po boy, mac n cheese, fries, and the gouda burger... The food is something thats probably more enjoyable if eaten there... The fish and fries were pretty good while they were hot. It wasn't the same after it cooled down. The fish was seasoned and crispy. It had good flavor. There was no salt on the fries but there was cajun seasoning. I'm not a big fan of natural cut fries, so they weren't my favorite. But still were good. They came out hot and fresh. The mac n cheese had absolutely NO flavor besides cheese. It looked very appealing but definitely didn't taste like anything. I think their spicy mayo sauce is really good. It was good on the burger, fries, and fish. I'm glad i got extra. The gouda burger is a nice portion with all the fixins, but it was under seasoned. I added my own seasoning at home and it made the burger better. They have several things on the menu that I'd like to try. Their hot dogs sound good on the menu with fun toppings. They have a few tables to dine inside, but its not a large restaurant. There's also outdoor seating. Theres also a parking lot out front with about 6-8 spots, but they do fill up pretty quickly. The cashier was very nice. She was extremely busy taking orders, packaging orders, and taking food to tables. But she still found the time to chat with us briefly. I do like this place. I think I'll probably eat in my car next time so i can have the food at its best. Check them out!!

    The Ultimate Chicken and Waffles dish.  All heart and soul put on a plate.
    Damien J.

    My Mama's Kitchen has been a favorite of mine since walking inside years back to try out a chicken and waffles dish once they became open on Saturdays. Time and time again, Sophia and I never had any bad moments here. In 2019, they announced they were closing for renovations, which was no big thing. Plans were for them to reopen the following Spring. But, COVID-19 hit, which pushed things back for all of us. During that time, we were able to check out other places on my Yelp radar. With Sophia celebrating her birthday (and the both of us having an extended weekend), she begged me to take her back. So I thought it would be okay to head back and see how things were going. Once we walked in, we were greeted by Chef Moe and the crew. Immediately, we ordered at the counter. My choice was The Drip chicken sandwich, which was fried chicken dipped in spicy BBQ sauce and topped with cole slaw and pickles served with fresh cut fries. I also ordered salted caramel banana pudding for dessert. I did order the same sandwich before years ago which first came out during the chicken wars right when Popeyes put theirs out and loved it. And just like before, it hit a home run. The crunch of the chicken with sauce spicy enough to burn your lips and make your nose run.....need I say anything else? The fries....taste exactly the same. Seasoned to perfection not needing any condiments. The dessert...not too sweet and delivered on all fronts. Just as good as their strawberry smash dessert. This was truly a nice way to head back here to relive old times and see then thriving. The bad part was I waited too long to make a return. But, better now than never. We will definitely be back before the year's over :)

    Drip
    Jane R.

    Drip - best chicken sandwich ever! I generally don't like chicken sandwich because they tend to be dry and bland, but I had to give this a shot since it's a "must try" and ohhhh man! The best! The chicken piece was generous, crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. The sauce used also also so flavorful. I'm salivating thinking of it now, haha! My husband got the cheese steak fries. I mentioned that I saw it on yelp but it's not on their menu, their chef hooked it up and still made it. Omg, so good! Definitely one of my most favorite place and will highly recommend to anyone I know who'll stop by Virginia Beach.

    Kay D.

    Was going to do a review for another wing place near my home that just didn't satisfy our wing cravings. I found myself constantly comparing it to My Mama's kitchen so I quickly checked to make sure I left a review for this place. Can't believe I didn't. We were so happy to try these wings. The wings are big, delicious and juicy. We love the Gangnam, 5 word and the drip. Try them all though. They also offer specialty hot dogs, po boys, cheese steaks, cat fish fillets and crab cakes. I've heard they offer this amazing strawberry shortcake but each time I come they're out. Literally my favorite wing spot. They do have a small dine in area but there isn't a lot of space.

    Brisket Plate- good. Liked the cole slaw also
    Nancy H.

    Every damn bite was packed with flavor and love. It's no wonder they call this "My Mama's Kitchen". Location is a bit tucked away.. we missed it at first, but they do have a few parking spots. We came at a non-busy time and chose to sat inside, although they do have outdoor seating, as well. Service was incredible. The woman working the front as well as the chefs were all very friendly and checked in on us multiple times to make sure we were enjoying our meal. We ordered far too much food, but didn't regret a single thing. We got the brisket plate, the catfish po' boy with fries, and the 6 piece wings with their five word sauce, per the recommendation of the sweet gal working the counter. Everything was great. In order, our favorites: Catfish Po' Boy-- OMG GOOD!! Five Word Wings- crispy, flavorful and so unique! Even their blue cheese dressing and ranch were awesome. Mac & cheese Cole slaw Brisket Fries Fries may be our least favorite, but we would still order them again. Overall, it was an incredible meal. We will be regulars!

    Catfish Fillets
    Jay H.

    A hidden gem! It is quietly tucked away in a converted house. Food: They are very generous with their portions. The catfish was amazing! The two fillets was pretty large with some special dipping sauce that was pretty good as well. The side dishes was large as well. I had co-workers who had wings and salmon cheesesteaks look very good as well. Inside: Very limited seating. Again, it's a converted house. about 3-4 tables. Take away is best option. Customer Service: Everyone was extremely nice. You getting the feeling of going to a family members house. This place will be in heavy rotation for lunch being near my job.

    Brisket, fries, wings
    Chris B.

    You can't not like this place. Mama and the staff are there creating everyone making sure y'all are alright and the food is good. And you already the food is on point. Bbq, wings, you name it. It goes right from your stomach into your soul. This little spot is a hidden gem!

    Rachel R.

    My Mama's kitchen had been on our list for the past 2 years, and we regret not trying it sooner. 2 years of missing out on Hampton Roads' best southern food with a Cajun/creole flair! Tucked away in an unassuming nook near East Beach, you're instantly greeted by the most insanely delicious aroma of soul food-meets-bbq. It's a casual and welcoming environment (order at the counter) but we took out that night. Their menu is extensive and while they're known for their wings, we were in the mood for fried fish and got their catfish platter. The portions are HUGE and each platter could easily be 2 meals. Everything was fresh - the catfish crispy, meaty, and perfectly spiced, while the fries were homemade (highly recommend dipping them in the remoulade served with the fish). The collards were studded with bacon, so of course they were good. We'll 100% be back!

    The front door
    Kris R.

    Yes. It was my first time coming to My Momma's Kitchen! My sister and I both got the fried catfish po'boy. it was surprisingly well seasoned I can definitely appreciate that. The last place I had fried fish from it tasted like something they would serve in a nursing home . Just fyi I can say that with no shade being thrown, because I use to work in a nursing home and they had many complaints. But back to the topic of My Momma's Kitchen the fries were really good to well seasoned but not salty. I don't remember what kind of burger my sis had gotten that day but it definitely looked like they laid goodness all through that burger. Last but not least the workers are very nice seem laid back real cool people. The waitress/ cashier was sweet very nice. Even though she was busy she still kept conversation until we got our food to go. Can't wait to try out other menu items The lady that was already in the restaurant had a order of wings and I think that's the next thing to try. They looked crispy and delicious.

    Bacon Gouda Smashburger and The Drip
    Alexandra R.

    Everything I've ever had from My Mama's Kitchen is nothing short of mind blowingly good, but today I'm here to tell you about their classic Buffalo wings. I don't even care about Buffalo wings. I'll eat boneless wings, or occasionally a bone in, but those typically seem like too much work and too much mess for what they are. But THESE WINGS?! My husband ordered some and said he would share a few. I ordered the cheesesteak fries and told him I didn't want any because I had a mountain of fresh cut fries topped with cheesesteak and why would I care about a chicken wing with those in front of me? I was wrong. The classic Buffalo wings looked intriguing... they were not doused in sauce. They had a great color and looked a little crispy. Intriguing enough for me to try. THE FLAVOR. OH MY GOD THE FLAVOR. A little different than what I was expecting but so much more depth than the classic drenched in sauce buffalo wing. They were so meaty, perfectly crisp on the outside. These wings didn't even need to be dipped in anything. I am not lying when I say I've been thinking about them a couple times a week ever since. You need them. We all need them. Anyways. They're doing online ordering through their website now, which is super wonderful!!! We had about a 30 minute wait until pickup during non peak hours, for those wondering. They have a great Covid-times system with a pickup window, and also have a nice little patio open now. We took ours to go and popped over to enjoy the patio at CoVa Brewing. And like I said before, I don't think you can make a bad choice with anything you order here.

    The order window.
    Lisa O.

    5 STAR for sure. It is a unique location. Totally love the service. They are so nice. We were going to order and eat in our car but they have an outdoor seating area. Let's talk about the food. A M A Z I N G and plenty of it. The Mama's Kickin' crab cake sandwich is like nothing I have ever had. BIG thick meaty crab cake with plenty of flavor. Then they surprise you with plenty of tasty shrimp layered with fresh veggies and a kickin' sauce between a perfect bun. If you don't get this sandwich your stupid. Once in your life be smart and order this and ENJOY EVERY BITE. I could go on about the rest of the food but its all good. So today I will end with some pictures.

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    At the old location...The food was amazing and the people very accommodating. I cannot wait for them to reopen!

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    love the food and the prices to mama kitchen when will their new place be open we waiting for it to open up still hope soon

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    They never fail me ! Every time I mean every time I'm more than pleased with my food and service

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