New rib restaurant to open in Washington
Keith Williams, Chartiers-Houston class of 1984, is returning to his Washington County roots. He plans a lunch launch of Mammy’s House of Ribs and Catering at noon April 2 at 189 S. Main St., Washington – in a building previously occupied by a restaurant, Jaiden’s Place.
It will be a new location, but certainly not a new endeavor for Williams, the owner and executive chef. He has been in the food-service industry for 34-plus years, first in Pittsburgh then, for 22 years, in Uniontown. He ran Old Williams House of Ribs in Fayette County’s seat, before renaming it honor of his mother, Lorraine Roberson – nicknamed “Mammy” – following her death in 2011.
That business, which did not offer catering, is no longer functioning, but Williams will still be traveling to Fayette. He will continue to work as a chef at Uniontown Country Club.
Mammy’s will have seating for 60 or more, plus takeout and delivery, and will be open daily. There will be specials, including Steak Night on Thursday, Prime Rib Night on Friday, and a Mexican Night to be determined.
The owner pledges that “this is not going to be all about barbecue,” pointing out that the menu includes fish, sandwiches, greens, and mac and cheese.
Hours will be noon to 1 a.m. Monday through Thursday; noon to 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday; and noon to 9 p.m. Sunday.