Restaurants in Cole
Mama Jo's Chicken, Biscuits, BBQ
Rates above the average for restaurants near Cole — one of 16 we've tracked here.
Things to Know
Mama Jo's Chicken, Biscuits, BBQ is a Southern comfort food restaurant on East Colfax known for perfectly smoked meats and exceptional biscuits, located near the Denver Zoo with parking available.
Reviewers consistently praise the quality of the smoked meats, expertly crafted biscuits, and well-seasoned sides—with the friendly staff and owner making it feel like a genuine neighborhood gem worth navigating Colfax construction to reach.
- ✓Biscuits are light, flaky, and perfectly balanced—not overly salty, crumbly, or dry
- ✓Chicken is juicy and crisp with bold flavor that doesn't get overshadowed by toppings
- ✓Ribs and brisket are perfectly smoked, tender, and packed with flavor
- ✓Collard greens have a subtle sweetness and depth of seasoning that stands out
- ✓Generous portion sizes and fast, friendly service from the owner
- ✓Multiple house-made sauces including Carolina vinegar style worth trying
- ✓Parking available despite surrounding Colfax construction
- ⚠Colfax construction and street noise can be a deterrent, though reviewers say it's worth pushing through
Based on Google reviews · AI summarized
Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
What Visitors Say
J Kullman
5 months ago
Worth the wait! But don't wait any longer to try this place. Followed them on Instagram when they still just had a food truck. Now they have the storefront off of Colfax. We had the Nashville hot chicken and the buttermilk chicken with pimento cheese biscuit. Grubbed them down with some bomb IPA's at a nearby taproom making everyone else with just IPA's wish they had our sandos. Perfect. The biscuits are light, not overly salty, not crumbly or dry, amazing. The chicken is juicy, crisp, and super flavorful. Toppings add depth but don't interfere with the two main captains of the ship. Exactly what you wish all chicken biscuit sandos were, when most fall short on one aspect or another. More than highly recommend. Cheers-
bellachanl
a month ago
Really a fantastic gem. I pass it very often and its been on the to do list, but tacos have my heart..I seek them out :) anywho, today passed it and figured why not. Owner was very nice. Atmosphere fits the food Food- Ribs really seasoned well and most Mac really cheesy Um, how did this man cook these greens..they were perfect. Thank you
Danielle Lee
5 months ago
Don’t let the stupid Colfax construction stop you from coming here! I came on a whim today for lunch and it was one of the better meals I have had in a long time. Quality was stellar, the staff was so friendly and helpful when I ordered. I will be back time and time again. I got the fried green tomato sandwich it was so much food and so tasty. I tried all the sauces the Carolina vinegar being my favorite maybe because I have never seen it before. The collard greens were also so yummy they had like a touch of sweetness and maybe a little heat idk but great. Let’s get these guys through the colfax mess because denver wouldn’t want to lose a gem like this one!
Meredith Muller Brody
a month ago
Hands down the best BBQ in Colorado. The meat is perfectly smoked—tender and packed with flavor. The brisket and ribs are truly drool-worthy, the sauces are amazing, the collards are spot-on, and choosing just one dessert is impossible (we tried them all—every single one was a hit). Located close to the Denver Zoo and Denver Museum of Nature & Science, with parking (a huge bonus with the Colfax construction). The owners and staff are fantastic—this place delivers on every level. Absolutely delicious.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mama Jo's Chicken, Biscuits, BBQ worth it in Cole?
Reviewers consistently praise the quality of the smoked meats, expertly crafted biscuits, and well-seasoned sides—with the friendly staff and owner making it feel like a genuine neighborhood gem worth navigating Colfax construction to reach. Known for: smoky ribs and buttery biscuits done right.
What do visitors love about Mama Jo's Chicken, Biscuits, BBQ?
Biscuits are light, flaky, and perfectly balanced—not overly salty, crumbly, or dry Chicken is juicy and crisp with bold flavor that doesn't get overshadowed by toppings Ribs and brisket are perfectly smoked, tender, and packed with flavor Collard greens have a subtle sweetness and depth of seasoning that stands out Generous portion sizes and fast, friendly service from the owner Multiple house-made sauces including Carolina vinegar style worth trying Parking available despite surrounding Colfax construction
Is there anything to know before visiting Mama Jo's Chicken, Biscuits, BBQ?
Colfax construction and street noise can be a deterrent, though reviewers say it's worth pushing through
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