Scott Ja Mama’s

Scotty could kick Dave’s ass. We got your ribfest right here, in Southwest Minneapolis. Scott Ja Mama’s is a screen-door two-seater joint that does a sweltering ribs business every week. It’s a call-ahead-and-order place, and we think the two seats are for the few who can’t escape the saucy aromas and make it to the car with their purchases. Scotty’s ribs are tender and meaty and swathed in his Mama’s secret sauce, which rings that perfect balance between spicy and sweet. You can order a full, half, or quarter rack of ribs or go for the pork sandwich, which has a cult following. Don’t forget the twice-baked potato the size of a small country, and don’t miss the door, which is marked by a glowing rendition of Scotty’s head. 3 W. Diamond Lake Rd., Minneapolis; 612-823-4450