Yo Mama's Bar and Grill

727 St Peter, New Orleans
(504) 522-1125

Recent Reviews

Louis and Elaine

This is confusing. The original Yo Mama’s was great, but permanently closed in 2016. In 2019 someone other than the original owners reopened in the same place with the same name but soon changed to Port St. Peter. This also closed and about two years ago it reopened as Ya Moma’s this has now also closed and as of September 2023 the building is barred up. Reading back through the old ratings it’s pretty obvious Google is no aware of any of this. ?Vegetarian options: Permanently closed for nowDietary restrictions: Permanently closed for nowParking: Free on street parking and paid lots nearbyKid-friendliness: Permanently closed for nowWheelchair accessibility: Permanently closed for now

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Peanut Butter Burger

60rox1

This place is absolutely amazing! This is our 2nd time here on vacation and I still firmly believe the burgers here are the best food in French Quarter! The service here is absolutely amazing and I can't speak highly enough about the overall vibe. Not a party spot, just an amazing place to hang out, drink and eat some fantastic food!! Will be returning tomorrow to try a peanut butter jalapeño Jelly burger (recommended by the chef)!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Speccto

I just had one of the best burgers in my life. It took me a bit by surprise, I wasn't expecting such a life changing bit of food. Well done!

Jim Harden

Awesome Burgers.. not your normal industrial pattie.. blended beef cuts,, so buttery tender, and tastey. Knife and fork shakes with excitement... My go to when I'm in town

Thomas Franich

The food tastes REAL. By that I mean that you'll be eating food that tastes like it was made for a backyard barbeque. It tastes like the food you (or your talented neighbor) make when you're grilling. It's yummy and doesn't feel fake or processed. Fresh, seasoned, delicious, and gigantic.The bartender was extremely friendly, outgoing, and kind; service was really fast, and the drinks were strong --just like how "yo mama" would do things.

S

Rip off and we got sick. 70 dollars for 2 burgers and 2 beers? That's ridiculous! Don't go here, my wife and I were sick the whole next day. Also the gal tending the bar had a screaming match with some guy she knew while we were waiting for our food. Go to the Oceana, we got a full rack of ribs, blackened red fish, and drinks for 10 bucks more.

Sarah Rikkinen

Best handmade burger I've ever had.Get the peanut butter and bacon. So freaking good.

Martin Roberts

Basic menu of 8oz hand crafted Burger and giant baked potato. Burger was very tasty but bun didn't hold together and so eating it became a mess. Friendly waitress at the bar and good atmosphere.

Belly G

Nice bar to visit if you can actually get in. It took the bouncer a while to check whether or not my ID was real and even after examining it, he had to get another person (who I presume the owner/manager) to check it before I was actually allowed in the bar.My friend ordered the burger and he said 'the more I eat it, the more I like it.' So it had to be pretty good, right? I wanted to try the loaded baked potato but they were all out of potatoes.Best thing about this place was the generous pour! No complaints about the pour at all.Wouldn't mind coming back here the next time I visit New Orleans. Wouldn't mind trying the burger myself. And hopefully they'll also have some potatoes too!

Omrani Ramnath

Delicious Hamburgers and Baked Potatoes!! customize your hamburgers with your favorite ingredients as well as your baked potatoes!! Fresh Ingredients Every Day, Never Frozen!!Full Service Bar ! Great Bartenders ❤️ A Must When In New Orleans!! Thank you for Providing Great Service. Always ❤️?❤️

Maddi M

Quite literally the best burger I have ever had! A nice, "dive bar" feel with good prices for the French Quarter. I saved it so that way I remember to come back next time I'm in town! 10/10 would always recommend

Sarah Clark

Burger & loaded baked potato were fantastic. Great music & VERY charming bartender. I’d definitely recommend stopping in!

Andrea Cortez

This burger ain’t no joke! It’s huge, charbroiled deliciousness!!! Highly recommend this hole in the wall. Even if you just come in for a drink to chat with the bartender, Mike aka Elmo, you won’t be disappointed!!!

Erik Flory

Excellent food!!! Great price and good atmosphere. Refreshing to have a loaded baked potato instead of fries. Owner is very nice and personable.

Phil Chinnery

Super chill atmosphere. Bartender was great. Plenty of one liners. Burger was surprisingly delicious. Also had a glass of "Squall" (light rum, dark rum, everclear and tequila) that will get your night started right. Perfect hole in the wall joint

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