Mama Ruth’s Soulfood

God bless Mama Ruth! It doesn’t matter where you come from if you’re missing your mom’s or your grandmother’s cooking, this is the place where you’ll feel at home. I was starving and looking for something quick, and I found a treasure in the heart of Austin. Where do I even start? The history on these walls speaks for itself. It’s a true family restaurant. I literally met Mama Ruth a strong woman running the kitchen, giving orders with love, and even bringing the cashier (who looked like her daughter) a spoonful to taste. The fried chicken melted in my mouth, the mac and cheese was THE BEST, the mashed potatoes were incredible, and my personal favorite: the sweet potatoes? Life-changing. I grabbed a lemon cake for later, and all of this was just $20. Amazing. And listen as a Latina, Afro

This place is a treasure and very affordable! I split the meatloaf with my GF and we were comfortably full for $18 with tax. Everything was seasoned just right and had that homemade feel. It looks like they keep the menu changing, I still look forward to trying to try everything. They also look like mainly take out, no real seating. Def not standard fare and the value is great! Thank you Mama Ruth!!

Mama Ruth’s Was Smacking Y’all, Taste Like That Real Sunday Dinner We All Love, Food Was Tasty And Hot.. Check Em Out!!

The food was amazing. We 🍝 w/ meat sauce, yams, chicken wings, greens and the banana 🍌 pudding was the cream of the crop. Everything, Was amazing. Home cooking & I wasn't at home . Thank You Mama Ruth, we will be back!

This place is AMAZING!!! Anybody that lives or works near Oak Park/West Chicago should 100% check it out and have lunch or dinner!! I did dine in but it is clearly a good place for takeout as well. Food is amazing, atmosphere is amazing, prices are incredibly fair for the big servings provided. The menu is great. And it has a very cozy atmosphere. The staff were extremely friendly and welcoming, truly embraced the soul food vibe. Craig the head cook was a great guy and a great cook. Right before our food came, Craig and another gentleman confirmed what toppings we wanted, mild sauce, etc. and then they eagerly brought the food out and set it right at our seats. These people care about their customers and emphasize fostering a unique experience with great value provided. Will be back soo