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Welcome to Ella Mae's place
At Ella Mae's Place, we celebrate soulful, home-cooked meals that evoke nostalgia and warmth. Nestled on S Fort St, Detroit, this charming eatery is dedicated to delivering hearty dishes that remind you of family gatherings. Our menu features mouth-watering options like smothered pork chops, savory lamb chops, and comforting mac and cheese, all prepared with love and care. Our patrons rave about the generous portions and the rich flavors that speak to the essence of soul food. With options for takeout, delivery, and private dining, we invite you to experience the heart of Ella Mae's Place—where every meal tells a story.
Today's Suggestions
Explore the featured selections!
Steak Bites Dinner
Lamb Chops
BBQ Ribs Dinner
1/2 Chicken Dinner
About
Ella Mae's place
Welcome to Ella Mae's Place, an unassuming gem nestled at 2251 S Fort St, Detroit, MI 48217. It's a spot you might just miss if you're not paying attention to the subtle signage. Yet, this is where the heart of soul food beats with a rhythm of home-cooked flavors.
At Ella Mae's, the menu is a loving tribute to traditional comfort food, featuring soul-satisfying options such as meatloaf dinners, BBQ ribs, and smothered pork chops. Each dish is a nod to culinary nostalgia, promising a dining experience that feels both familiar and comforting.
- Prices: Most dinner options hover around $20-$25, ensuring you get generous portions without breaking the bank.
- Extras: Don't forget to add some homemade chips for $2.00 or savory sides like fried okra and mac and cheese for $7.00.
The reviews are overflowing with praise from patrons who rave about the deeply seasoned dishes and wholesome portions. One customer, Latrice F., shared her experience with the fried pork chops, complemented by seasoned greens and dressing, highlighting the genuine home-cooked feel of the meal. Meanwhile, Amaka U.'s enthusiastic ode to the smothered pork chops, paired with mac and cheese and yams, showcases the establishment's ability to deliver an unforgettable soul food experience.
Rico R. echoed this sentiment, recalling the fiery delight of his lamb chops and tender sides. Diners who've ventured into Ella Mae's Place often remark on the unexpected quality of the food, despite the restaurant's modest exterior, saying, "Don't judge a book by its cover." It's a sentiment that resonates with anyone who's savored the goodness of their dishes.
But be warned: dishes like the turkey chop dinner and the wing ding dinner tend to sell out quickly, so it’s wise to order ahead to avoid disappointment. And trust me, it’s worth the wait. The flavorful surprise that awaits you at Ella Mae’s Place is a testament to the care and expertise behind each dish.
In summary, Ella Mae’s Place is more than just a restaurant; it's a culinary experience that pays homage to the loved ones and traditions that inspired these timeless dishes. Whether you're a local or just passing through Detroit, make it a point to savor the soulful offerings that await you. Your taste buds will thank you.
People talk
Our Guestbook
“ Stumbled across this place because the sign doesn't hint towards it being a restaurant. I ordered the fried pork chops with greens and dressing and it was pretty good, I do wish the greens were seasoned but other than that I will be returning. ”
“ I got the smothered pork chops, Mac and cheese, and yams. That's the first thing I need to say. This is my first review ever and I ABSOLUTELY needed to write this. If I could give it a 10/5 I would. Arguably some of the best soul food I've had in such a long time. I won't lie to you, I pulled up to the restaurant and I was a little skeptical because there's only 2 sliding windows and no way to get in for real. But don't judge a book by it's cover y'all, trust me! I highly suggest ordering ahead, it will take a while for them to get everything together, but trust me it is so worth the wait! I'm coming here every time I'm in the area ”
“ I think the turkey chop dinner is amazing, you have to be quick ordering them because they sellout quickly. I get the Mac and cheese with dressing also smothered in gravy portions are sooooo worth it. ”
“ Ella Mae's Place food was exceptionally good actually it was better than good it was great everything was seasoned perfect the portion was more than enough I will be back. ”
“ Food was great I had the lamb chops with Mac and cheese yams and collard greens as an extra side. HEAT ”
“ Food was delish! First time there and didn't disappoint. I got the 5 whole wing dinner with mac/cheese and dressing. Everything was seasoned great and cooked perfectly! Portions are also generous! I will definitely be coming back here! I think people have been sleepin on this place! Service was also very good! Go support good food and hard working people! ”
“ Food is deelish we go every sunday to feed our soul Go support you won't be DISAPPOINTED call your order in before you go they cook to order ”
“ Oh my God this was so good! I didn't get a picture of the corn bread cuz that's the first thing I ate. The greens are super tender the dressing is so good and perfectly seasoned. And the chicken! Damn damn damn! I was so worried at first, but they pulled through. I would definitely be coming back here for a meal! ”
