I recently ate at Ida Mae’s and had the smothered pork chops, macaroni, collard greens, garlic mashed potatoes, and sweet tea.
First off—the sweet tea might honestly be the best sweet tea in Waxahachie. It was that good.
The smothered pork chops were a 10/10. They were incredibly tender, full of flavor, and reminded me of something my grandma would have cooked. They also give you a really generous serving, so you definitely won’t leave hungry. The garlic mashed potatoes were a solid 7/10.
The macaroni was the only thing I didn’t enjoy. For me, it was probably a 1/10—but everything else more than made up for it.
The atmosphere was great, the service was fast, and everyone was genuinely friendly. If you’re looking for good soul food, I absolutely recommend giving Ida Mae’s a try.
I’ll definitely be coming back on a Saturday when I have some free time to try the oxtail. I’ve had several people tell me it’s to die for, so that’s next on my list.
Ida Mae’s has that hole-in-the-wall feel, and sometimes those are the places where you find the best food. Come out, support a local business, and give them a shot. I really enjoyed this place, and I think you will too.