RICHMOND, Va. -- Mama J’s is forging ahead with a multi-phased expansion plan in Jackson Ward and potentially beyond the city limits. The well-known soul food restaurant at 415 N. First St. is taking over the nearby former Salt & Forge storefront at 312 N. Second St. Click here to continue reading on Richmond BizSense.
 
    
        Lester Johnson, who owns Mama J’s with his mother Velma Johnson, said the Second Street space will be transformed into Mama J’s Market.
      
     
    
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