Yo' Mama's Restaurant
Yo' Mama's
A mother-daughter-run downtown lunch favorite, famous for its chicken and waffles and shrimp and grits, with gluten-free options available.
Run by mother-daughter duo Denise and Crystal Peterson, Yo' Mama's moved to a larger location in the Historic 4th Avenue District in January 2025. The top signature dish is the Belgian waffle served with six fried chicken wings and house-made syrup, while the shrimp and grits are seasoned with white cheddar, Asiago, and cream cheese, topped with spicy sausage. They also serve fish tacos and sandwiches, and almost everything on the menu can be made gluten-free, except for some daily specials. It was named one of Southern Living's 40 Best Restaurants in Birmingham in 2024. The restaurant primarily serves weekday lunch, with brunch available only on select Saturdays; please confirm before visiting. It is located on the first floor of a downtown parking deck, where the first hour of parking is free.
Opening hours
Mon-Fri 10:30-14:30; Select Saturday Brunches 9:00-13:00; Closed Sun
Nearby sights
- McWane Science Center
- Alabama Theatre
- Birmingham Museum of Art
- Carver Theatre – Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame
- Kelly Ingram Park
- A.G. Gaston Motel – Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument
- 16th Street Baptist Church
- Birmingham Civil Rights Institute