Mama’s Fried Chicken, Capriotti’s now open

Mama’s Fried Chicken Co. and Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop have opened along State Route 3 in Fredericksburg.

Both restaurants, which are nearby each other, are now in a soft-opening phase.

Mama’s is in a 3,100-square-foot building at 2211 Plank Road that formerly housed a KFC. Capriotti’s is at 2203 Plank Road in a new building that also houses a Dunkin’ Donuts.

One other nearby restaurant, El Rey Mexican Bar & Restaurant at 2229 Plank Road, is expected to open soon.