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Catfish meal and 3 piece white meat meal
Monique J.

Food was so delicious ! I was shocked because I'm usually very picky when it comes to soul food but the chicken was crispy and seasoned perfectly. I love that they use elbow noodles for the Mac and cheese. Had great favor. Red beans and rice was so bomb and we loved everything else we ordered. The location was playing oldies when we arrived to pick up our food, made us want to stay and enjoy the vibes. Only thing I'd say to improve on is the cashier. She was rude. Not sure if she was having a bad day but she definitely rolled her eyes a few times and just gave off a very unwelcoming impression. Other than that, we are sold on the food

chicken wings and waffles
Flora H.

The "Not Your Mamas Kitchen" food truck came to my office today, and it's definitely not MY Mama's kitchen, I can say that much. For $13 I got fried chicken and waffles. Note that the chicken is just wings and drumsticks (no breast or thigh) which wasn't what I was expecting, but worked out just fine. They have a couple of different options for sauces - "lemon pepper" or "hot honey" - and I went for the hot honey and kind of wish that I had done it dry. Not that the hot sauce wasn't good, but the fried chicken itself was so good that it didn't really need an extra sauce and I found the sauce to be distracting. The waffles were definitely too fried and greasy for me, crispy and not fluffy at all, so next time I'd probably opt for a side instead. But, all in all, definitely a fan!

Party Wings w/Yans $12
Matt P.

I've visited this truck a few times when they are in DTLA. I've ordered the fish & chicken wings. The fish uses more of a corn meal coating than a batter. It was seasoned well and tasted good. I've also ordered the chicken wings, but I made the mistake of getting it sauced up with a honey hot sauce. I was not a big fan of this. The honey with Rooster hot sauce does not go well together IMO. It was a little too tangy for me. It would have been better with tabasco. The chicken was crispy and tasted like it was cooked in lard. Next time, I'll just get them plain or maybe lemon pepper. Their rice & gravy is a little bland, so keep some salt close by. The yams was good and not too sweet. Just keep in mind that they fry everything to order, so it could be a long wait when busy. I wished they had an app where I could order before hand to do a pickup.

Catfish, Red beans & Rice, Mac n Cheese
Sophia L.

3.5 stars - Let me start by saying the catfish was one of the best I've tasted, light, crispy and flavorful. The Redbeans were tasty too, just a tad bit dry for my taste. Huge disappointment with the Mac n cheese, it tasted bland like krafts. Very surprised that 2 items can be so good and a big fail on the Mac and cheese. Mac and cheese is just as important as the potato salad for black people. Those two just have to be on point lol. I will definitely be back for the catfish

Turkey chop with mac n cheese and yams $15
Michelle B.

Not bad but not fantastic Turkey chop perfectly cooked should have used a bit more seasoning. Yams perfect mac and cheese disappointed they were tasteless. I wanted to love it.

the menu
Tamica B.

This restaurant is well known for its Southern Soul Food cooking. The menu changes often, but you can be sure to get a very fresh and tasty soul food meal. Not Yo Mama's Restaurant southern style home cooking taste just like Yo Mama's Sunday dinner. Not Yo Mama's offers it all so be sure to unbuckle you top pants button before sitting down at the table. The turkey chops and fish are delicious, as well as the home style southern side dishes. On any given day you'll find this restaurant packed with locals and visitors alike.

Beverly D.

I ordered the Fried Chicken lunch with dark meat with a side of greens and macaroni and cheese. The girl at the front was very nice and helped us order. The food is bomb dot com. Nothing was too fatty or salty, perfect seasoning. I'll be back for sure.

MsEducated G.

Great food and prices support an honest business. Customer service is excellent! Family owned with food made from scratch. No where can you go and get fish or chicken without having a grease feast here you can!

Stormy W.

The food was great. Our service was fast and EXTREMELY friendly. I like the menu..it's short and straight to the point. The mac n cheese was amazing. Everything was made to order. Free drink refills. Good cornbread as a complementary appetizer. Nautica was our server, she was such a doll.

Still dreaming of their wings!!! Support blacked owned businesses!!
Summer J.

Five stars!! Once you walk in you are immediately presented with Black love and black pride! As it should be! Very welcoming and at home, the lemonade took me back to a time in my childhood that I miss and the batter on the chicken is a mixture all their own!! We're still dreaming of the wings!!! We got the lemon pepper and honey hot!! They did NOT disappoint!! Can't wait for our next visit! #supportblackowned #buybrown #unity

Smothered turkey chop dinner
Tamiko B.

The service was great the food is phenomenal they have exceptional servings and it is worth every dime! Don't drive past this place and hurt your own feelings because it is the bomb!

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Environment was good. Service was good. Food was good as well. Pretty cool place to eat and hang out

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Delicious food at a great price! The chef they have is incredible,brings a smile to my face every time i come here.

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Best flavor wings I have ever had! A must go. The Mac and cheese taste really thick and cheesy you can taste everything in each bite

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One of the best restaurants in the neighborhood! The wings were fried to perfection, I will definitely be back!

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Best of the best I know it's not my mamas kitchen because she can't cook lol. Just playing but for real the food here is good

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Not Your Mamas Kitchen - foodtrucks - Updated July 2026

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