Ya Ya's House Southern Cuisine

Excellent food; those yams are to die for. So glad I found this gem of a place while here on business in Schenectady; highly recommend!

The food here is downright amazing—some of the most authentic Southern cooking I’ve had in a while. First time I came, I had the catfish with collard greens, plus it came with candied yams, a complimentary potato salad, and a corn muffin. Everything was seasoned just right and full of flavor.

Second time around, I got the four wings (which were pretty big), candied yams again, string beans, potato salad, and cornbread. Just as delicious. All that for around $20, and let me tell you—it’s a lot of food. Definitely worth it.

The service was… interesting. The woman at the front wasn’t exactly warm, but she got the job done and was polite enough. Still, the food makes up for it. If I’m ever back in Schenectady, I’ll definitely swing by Yaya’s House again.

Great local place! The food was amazing and worth the price for sure. The wings are huge and flavored well. All of the fried chicken was so moist and perfectly crisp outside. The sides were awesome nothing fancy just really good cooking. We got enough for 2 dinners and leftovers the next day. Everything tasted great, even the Mac and cheese, next day too!

Everything. I love Everything about this restaurant. I'm amazed it was my first time eating there. I'll start with the service. I believe the guy behind the register was the owner or co-owner. Nicest guy. The food - so good. The chicken was perfectly done. The potato salad was just my type ( a hint of relish and mustard). The yams- unreal. In truth I would be fine simply eating a plate of sides (greens, mac, potato salad, yams). Can't say enough about this place.

Absolutely amazing, everyone one there were the kindest and most gentle spirited people I’ve ever met in Schenectady. The food is fire🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

Literally the nastiest food I’ve ever tasted ! Mac and cheese no taste ! Collard greens no taste at all !!!! Catfish maddddd rubbery!! Waisted 24 dollars I was pissed ! I know good food ! I cooks ! This was horrible never AGAIN !

The food is so delicious...I wouldn't go anywhere else for southern soul food

My husband and I ordered take out fried chicken dinners on Sat November 9th around 3:30pm...and from the moment I walked inside I had a really great feeling and the food was outstanding.....keep up with the incredible tasting food and the smiles 😊😊 we were very happy...will def go back and soon....the place is wheelchair accessible and kid friendly meals.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Sides and Cornbread, Corn Muffin, Macaroni Salad, Fried Chicken Dinner, String Beans

Fried chicken meal was spectacular. Sides were perfect.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Homemade Baked Macaroni and Cheese, Potato Salad, Corn Muffin, Fried Chicken Dinner, Wings, Candied Yams

Fantastic macaroni and cheese reminded me of how my granny used to make it

Best fried chicken and catfish in area😄🥳

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken Fried, Fish

After enjoying their wings during the Wing Walk I decided to order myself dinner last night. I ordered fried chicken dinner. I had the leg and thigh and they were huge. My dinner came with candied yams, collard greens, potato salad, and a corn bread muffin. Everything was outstanding. I can’t believe I have never ordered from there prior to this. I will be ordering again and making this a staple from now on. Drop everything and order dinner tonight you won’t regret it!

Love the atmosphere of this place. It felt like walking into a family kitchen. There's pictures of family and stuff all over the place. And the man behind the counter was so kind. Literally the nicest guy I've ever talked to. I got these honey wings and they were incredible. Definitely recommended coming here!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Potato Salad, Fried Chicken Dinner, Wings

The fried chicken was delicious, crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside. The candied yams were the best I've ever eaten.
The corn bread muffin was moist and yummy.
The best part was the service by Mark. He explained all the options and then let us make our choices. The parking was easy and close.
I would recommend YaYa's.
We dined in, but there was a steady stream of take out orders and repeat customers.

Parking: We parked in the proctor's lot free parking after 5.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Sides and Cornbread, Corn Muffin, Fried Chicken Dinner, Candied Yams

Awesome food and service!
Really friendly staff. Amazing catfish and cornbread.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Corn Muffin, Fish