Lunch Buffet
$ 14.95All you can eat soul food lunch buffet featuring an array of traditional homestyle favorites, available daily from 11:00am to 3:00pm.
All you can eat soul food lunch buffet featuring an array of traditional homestyle favorites, available daily from 11:00am to 3:00pm.
Hearty all you can eat dinner buffet loaded with steaming pans of savory southern classics, available daily from 3:00pm to 9:00pm.
Rich and creamy baked macaroni and cheese made with a blend of cheeses and finished with a golden, bubbly crust.
Tender southern-style collard greens simmered slowly with aromatic spices, prepared completely vegetarian.
Savory southern collard greens seasoned and slow-cooked with tender pieces of turkey for authentic flavor.
Freshly sautéed green cabbage cooked tender and seasoned to perfection with simple southern flair.
Sweet, tender yams glazed in a rich, caramelized brown sugar syrup infused with warm autumn spices.
Classic southern-style spaghetti tossed in a rich, savory homemade meat sauce.
Spaghetti noodles tossed in a bold, spicy, aromatic jerk-infused sauce with island spices.
Traditional savory black-eyed peas cooked slow and tender with rich southern seasonings.
Fluffy, perfectly steamed long-grain white rice.
Flavorful, savory yellow rice cooked with traditional spices and aromatics.
Tender green beans simmered with soft potato chunks and savory broth.
Classic red beans and savory rice cooked with traditional spices and hearty flavor.
Fluffy, creamy homestyle mashed potatoes drenched in a rich, savory brown gravy.
Six crispy, golden-brown fried chicken wings seasoned to perfection with Mama Sheila's secret blend.
Four crispy, golden-brown fried chicken wings fried to juicy perfection.
Two crispy, perfectly seasoned fried chicken wings with an incredible crunch.
Juicy chicken thigh and leg marinated overnight in spicy, aromatic jerk seasoning and grilled.
Tender chicken thigh and leg basted generously in a rich, smoky southern barbecue sauce.
Two thick, savory slices of homestyle meatloaf baked with a classic tangy glaze.
Crispy fried catfish fillet featuring a golden cornmeal crust and flaky interior.
Tender, slow-braised oxtails simmered for hours in a rich, savory gravy with butter beans.
Four chicken wings tossed in a spicy, tangy wing sauce guaranteed to kick up the heat.
Two chicken wings coated in a fiery, tangy house hot sauce.
Two fried chicken wings smothered in a rich, savory homemade onion gravy.
Four fried chicken wings smothered in a rich, savory onion gravy and served piping hot.
Freshly baked, sweet southern-style cornbread with a golden crust and tender crumb.
Crispy, golden French fries dusted with sea salt.
Crisp, creamy traditional coleslaw made with shredded cabbage and carrots.
Freshly squeezed, sweet and tangy homemade lemonade.
Classic sweet, refreshing fruit-flavored red drink.
Southern-style freshly brewed sweet iced tea.
Classic Coca-Cola fountain drink.
Crisp, zero-calorie Diet Coke.
Sweet strawberry-flavored refreshing soda.
Crisp, refreshing lemon-lime flavored soda.
Sweet, fruit-forward grape soda.
Refreshing Pepsi cola.
Spicy and sweet Jamaican-style craft ginger beer.
Warm, spiced homemade peach cobbler featuring sweet peaches and a golden, flaky crust.
Traditional southern sweet potato pie spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg in a flaky crust.
Creamy homestyle banana pudding layered generously with vanilla wafers and fresh banana slices.
Rich red velvet cake layered with smooth, velvety cream cheese frosting.
Delicious strawberry layer cake infused with fresh fruit flavor and sweet frosting.
Classic German chocolate cake layered with a decadent coconut-pecan frosting.
Moist homestyle yellow cake coated in a rich, buttery homemade caramel frosting.
Freshly brewed hot gourmet coffee.
Freshly brewed decaffeinated hot coffee.
Rich and creamy hot chocolate topped with whipped cream and chocolate drizzle.
Hot brewed tea served with your choice of flavor.
Welcome to Mama Sheila's House of Soul, a celebrated community staple nestled in the heart of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Revered by locals and travelers alike, this beloved establishment is affectionately known as a true cultural landmark for authentic southern comfort food and warm hospitality. Stepping through the doors feels less like visiting a restaurant and more like being welcomed into a family home where every meal is prepared with love, heritage, and genuine soul.
The kitchen at Mama Sheila's is dedicated to preserving time-honored southern traditions. Diners can choose between their popular all-you-can-eat buffet style or order comforting items a la carte. Reviewers frequently rave about the deeply flavorful entrees and signature side dishes. Standout favorites include the ultra-crispy Fried Chicken Wings, slow-braised Oxtails swimming in rich gravy, and golden cornmeal-crusted Catfish. Pair your mains with classic southern sides like buttery Candied Yams, creamy Mac & Cheese, and savory greens. To finish your meal, indulge in their legendary homestyle Peach Cobbler or decadent Banana Pudding.
More than just a dining destination, Mama Sheila's is a pillar of the neighborhood. The owners and staff are widely praised for their incredible warmth, attentiveness, and personal touches—whether they are celebrating milestone birthdays or greeting regular guests with a smile. The atmosphere carries a cozy, home-cooked charm that invites you to slow down and savor the company of friends and family. While opinions on portion sizes and dining room temperatures can vary among guests, the overwhelming sentiment highlights the heartfelt dedication, rich flavors, and unforgettable community spirit that make Mama Sheila's an essential Minneapolis treasure.
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Mama Sheila's House of Soul is renowned for several standout dishes, most notably their crispy Fried Chicken Wings, tender slow-braised Oxtails, golden cornmeal-crusted Catfish, and sweet Candied Yams.
Yes, the restaurant offers both a Lunch Buffet (11:00am–3:00pm) and a Dinner Buffet (3:00pm–9:00pm) featuring an all-you-can-eat spread of traditional soul food favorites.
Yes, the menu includes vegetarian-friendly options such as Vegetarian Collard Greens, Cabbage, Black-Eyed Peas, White and Yellow Rice, and various classic side dishes and desserts.
Mama Sheila's House of Soul is located at 3744 Bloomington Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55407, and can be reached by phone at (612) 389-9772.
A la carte items range from $1.50 for sides and drinks up to $12.99 for specialty dishes like Oxtails, while the daily lunch and dinner buffets are priced between $14.95 and $16.95.
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