38 Best Caribbean Restaurants in Queens

“I'm no vegan but as my first introduction to the cuisine I was pleasantly surprised. Haam has secured a spot on my best places to eat and introduce to friends and family. The staff were pleasant and timely. Willing to accommodate questions on the menu and make great suggestions. The location is an offbeat spot but stays true to their cuisine, very earthy and good vibe for two or a group of 5. Our meal consisted of freshly cut coconut water, mufongo, Cassava Pone w/Soursop Ice cream, and more!“

“The restaurant is very spacious so there is usually a spot available if you want to eat in. The food here is unmatched! I’ve eaten at their Brooklyn location as well and they did not disappoint. The oxtail. The patties. The jerk chicken are all ????????“

“First time getting food from them. Honestly the first time I ordered(via Doordash) a month ago they ran out of oxtails and cancelled my order. This time I ordered Oxtails, Jerk Chicken Empanadas and Mac & Cheese via Seamless to pickup. They cancelled the jerk and Mac. Pretty disappointing.But besides that the oxtail were meaty and flavorful. The sauce tasted tomatoey which was fine. Rice & Peas were fine as was the cabbage.Id get food again I just need them to either have food advertised or edit their online menus to what they actually have.“

“The food is clearly the only reason Triniciti Roti Shop and Restaurant is so popular. Lines form around the block on weekends, and even on a cold, windy Wednesday afternoon the restaurant was packed with hordes of hungry diners smiling in anticipation of the pleasure of eating at this truly fine establishment. The food is hot, fresh and literally fantastic. At Trinciti, it's all about the taste and texture of the chickpeas, which, along with the tamarind chutney, cucumber and hot sauce, form the heart of the doubles. The lamb, chicken and oxtail were outstanding. The oxtail and lamb were tender and flavorful. The slight sweetness of the oxtail was pleasingly intriguing. The portions are much larger than the doubles available at roti shops in the area and the prices are commensurate with them. Don't miss the homemade peanut punch. It was fresh, mild and not too sweet. The gentleman behind the counter highly recommended him, and he was right. This peanut punch is made fresh daily and sells out before the end of the day. You can't miss this.Food is fairly and squarely the one and only reason the Triniciti Roti Shop and Restaurant is so popular with lines that go round the block on weekends and even on a cold, windy Wednesday afternoon, there was a packed restaurant with hordes of hungry guests smiling in Anticipating the treat of eating at this honest to goodness place. The food is hot, fresh and awesome in every sense of the word. Trinciti is particularly about the taste and consistency of the Chana or the Garbanzo beans that form the heart of the doubles along with the tamarind chutney, cucumber and hot sauce.. The lamb, chicken and the oxtail were superb. The oxtail and lamb were tender and flavourful. That light sweetness in the oxtail was happily intriguing. The portion sizes are much bigger than the doubles available in the Roti shops in the area and the prices match. The home made peanut punch is not to be missed. It was fresh, smooth and not too sweet. The gentleman behind the counter highly recommended it and he was right. That peanut punch is made fresh daily and it runs out before the day is done. It is not to be missed.“

“Still delicious Trini spot with Indian/chinese based Caribbean food. My personal favorite is the stewed chicken roti in a bust up shot and their epic doubles. Don't forget to add a bit of pepper sauce, tamarind sauce and cucumber. There's also a variety of sweets and drinks to top off your meal.“

“The Food deserves the hype it receives. The oxtail beef patty with mac&cheese on cocoa bread ? so good! I also has the saltfish and bake, again another ?The owners sister was running the show and she was extremely helpful and cool , overall 10/10!“

“Had the best experience this evening! Our server Jessica was so pleasant and took care of us! She was so kind and attentive. Overall the food was delicious and excellent service. Definitely recommend coming here for authentic Guyanese food! Was worth coming all the way from Toronto!“

“The vegan patty selection was surprisingly delicious. The coco bread was soft and buttery just like my favorite patty shop in Jamaica. I knew I was in for a treat when the customer service was impeccable. This team has something special going and I’m so glad to be able to have a taste of home available while visiting in Brooklyn. I hear they will be shipping soon. I wish they had a 10 star option available because you guys have definitely earned it. Bravo on providing an authentic patty experience to your customers!“

“OMG!!! Everyone needs to dive into the flavor of Cookerz Blend, one of Queens hidden gem on 217-84 Hempstead Ave. From the moment you walk in, you're not just a guest, you are family!!! The warm welcome from both staff and fellow diners sets the stage for an unforgettable experience. I was like, "why is everyone clapping?" Prepare your taste buds for a rollercoaster ride of deliciousness! One visit was all it took for me to fall head over heels for their mouth watering menu. Whether you're craving oxtails, irresistible jerk chicken, or hmmmmm... theeeee honey-glazed salmon that's seasoned to perfection, Cookerz Blend delivers every time! Ha, there's more, you should taste their rasta pasta, it's so divine... heavenly! Oh yes, the fried chicken wings that practically melt off the bone with each bite. oh, oh, oh, and let's not forget about the pepper steak and the curried goat - juicy, tender, and bursting with flavor. Even if you fancy yourself a kitchen whiz like myself, Cookers Blend culinary magic will keep you coming back for more. They kept pulling me back in, like what the hell is their secret ingredient? With each visit, I'm not just dining out, I'm embarking on a flavor filled journey that's keeping me hooked. Don't take my word for it, experience it for yourself, trust, you'll thank me later. Prepare to become a lifetime devotee. Thanks to ALL the staff, you got a lifetime customer!“

“I was passing this restaurant for months now but decided to stop by this evening, I must say the young man working there is very, very polite and helpful, I got oxtail rice and peas. I got sweet chicken. I got pork and chicken and trust me. It is delicious especially for the sweet chicken and the chicken. It’s a big for me.“

“Not only the dude behind the cashier is so kind and humorous, but he's also passionate about food. The oxtail sandwich with coco bread is just heaven. The sorrel drink he recommends is a must! I personally love Jamaican / carribean food and this place does not disappoint. YOU HAVE TO GO!“

“I’ve revisited this restaurant after 15-20 years.Service was excellent, special thanks to Seeta & Rebecca. Seeta took our order & was very particular to go over all special requests & she delivered just that. Awesome job.Would have been nice if they had chopsticks. ?Can’t wait to go back for the pepper shrimp & BBQ Pork.“

“I will give this place 10 stars…. I placed a huge order for my cousin repass dinner.. the food was amazing..curry goat.. pumpkin.. roti… I will def recommend this place for events… The owner is amazing very friendly.. D ROTI HUT IS THE BEST IN QUEENS!!!!!???“

“Good food all the time“

“I took a bite of my jerk chicken and I can feel the love in the food! wow it’s absolutely delicious. I had the jerk chicken, rice and peas, and plantains. I will be absolutely coming here again. I’m putting this place into my permanent rotation!“

“Ok so, this is gonna be long. Ok so I'm a Jamaican and usually stay away from Jamaican restaurants because lately they seem to be cutting corners. I'm a chef and from the old school of real Jamaican cuisine. That being said, the food here has flavor, some dishes are way better than others. The thing I don't like, is the outrageous prices for such small plates. I get it, people gotta make money but when you give your customers a little more, they come back often. Also, the waitress is nice but need training on timing. Bring utensils first and if its a couple, bring both meals together, not bring one plate then 10 minutes later you bring the other.. I like the mature Reggae music played while eating on Friday evening. Oh a live band at 10pm but different genre of music so could be socca , reggae or whatever . I prefer the reggae band. Now after the band finished, the DJ ticked me off. I hate when him cut upp the music after 5 seconds. People were upset about that. Dj could be ok but have no clue how to watch the floor. If see mature people, run the music n stop the cutting up and play the song Dem. Chu man. Me vex and leff. Hellooooooo. adults spend money suh if music nice people wi spend cause Dem dance and sweat. Ok so, i went into details n hopefully the owner reads this and edit as necessary cause my presence can expand your establishment if you listen. Great location , with some adjustments this place could sell aff. I do this for a living, go into businesses, assess whats , great and what needs adjustments and make suggestions. Get it done !! Place can be better and a winner with some twerks Good luck!!?“

“You looking for a Caribbean spot, check out 12.6. I had such an amazing time.. The place looks good. I came in after work on a Friday with a couple of friends. The bartender omg ...Super friendly and the drinks.. let me tell you, yes it definitely was a punching. The food was great the jerk snapper and jerk salmon pasta, fried shrimp, calamari, wings and the rum punch , yesssss......Definitely visit this place. Big shout out to the Bartender Shorn for providing excellent service.“

“One of the best Guyanese food place for all your goodies. Friendly staffs right up to the owner. Prices are very reasonable and they make you feel right at home. Good Guyanese hospitality.“

“Went for the oxtail, but they were out of them early. I guess that means they are goid. I like the goat curry. It is flavorful with a bit of bite. I like really spicy, but my stomache no longer likes spicy. Getting old sucks. This would make a good lunch gor me. Those that want more spice, ypu can always add their habernero hot sauce.They only have room for a few seats if you want to dine in.“

“I’m from VA and I was at my brothers home for Thanksgiving in Jamaica Queens. The day of me leaving to go back home I wanted some authentic Jamaican food. Here it was!! The food is amazing, service is great. It’s very clean. I got the Oxtail with rice and all I can say WOW!! While I was there I asked the staff member ackee and of course she had it with fried dumplings. That was amazing ?! This will be ato go place for me every time I visit my brother. Thank you for your great hospitality. God bless you.“

“Came here on a rainy Saturday night around 5:30pm, there was a happy hour until 7pm, which I love, most places don't have weekend happy hours. I got the rum punch ($8) it didn't taste like a rum punch but it was still strong & sweet. I had the curry chicken, rice & peas & steamed veggies, I enjoyed it but wish it had more spice. The Playlist was playing old skool reggae, hip hop & r&b. The bartender Keyosha was attentive & friendly. They have hookah after 7pm for ($35) , I shall return to try the hookah & red snapper. There's a lounge side & a take out side. This place is also very clean & easy to get to, driving wise & MTA.“

“Glad I fought this gem, food was delicious! We got the curry goat with rice and peas, veggies and sweet plantains, a small porridge, side of mac and cheese and a piece of red velvet cake. Everything was super good, the ladies were very nice. The restaurant is clean with NO funny smells. Cant wait to go back and taste the rest of the menu.“

“I love Jay 's food at 13509 lefferts blvd Ozone Pk11420 his curry chicken,Doll Puri very, very soft and tasty you dont even have get curry you can eat it just like that and the food is always fresh and tasty come in and tell them Rose send you see everyone “

“My reservation was for 6:15 but my show finished early so I arrived at 5:30 and they were able to accommodate my wife and I. Service was quick. Waiters were very attentive. I noted in my reservation that it was my wife's birthday and they automatically placed a candle on her dessert, played special birthday music and the entire restaurant sing along. It felt super special. The food was amazing, very tasty. My wife had the ribeye and I had the jerk chicken. I ordered a vegan dish for my daughter to go and she loved it. I'm def coming back.“

“My friend held a Christing after party at island fusion today 9/16/23. The staff was very friendly and courteous. The food was amazing the Mac n cheese boom all the food was so good would recommend this restaurant. Thank you guys for your amazing “

“Very nice spot! Once you step inside you'll feel like you've been warped back home! The smell of freshly made curry greets you at the door and the cozy atmosphere invites you to stay. The interior was very clean and aesthetically pleasing.The food was delicious. I purchased curry goat and low mein, while the rest of my group tried other dishes on the menu. We ate in and sampled foods from each other's plates. It was all very tasty!I definitely recommend visiting this spot with friends, family or even just for a quick bite during your lunch break.“

“Went here to start off my birthday weekend and I received the VIP treatment! The owner came out and introduced his self and mingled with my friends and I. The music was nostalgic and at a certain point a DJ came out. The server was so sweet, patient and helpful when it came to the menu selections. Will definitely come back“

“Stopped by for lunch and was happily surprised. I ordered the curry goat roti and the double with everything in it. The server was delightful and helpful. She waited patiently while I made my decision and asked which type of roti I wanted and if I wanted to include sauce or not. The food lasted me for two days and it was finger licking good.“

“This spot is popping in the warmer months with live band Caribbean and DJ playing the top hiphop and genres of music. Food is good too. Burgers, fries, wings, chicken meals really most of the menu is great for that outdoor beach day. Their rum punch is great?? and they also serve fresh coconuts. Overall always a vibe there with onlookers dancing outside. Really one of the best summer spots on the boardwalk.“

“Our waitress was super attentive we came on a Thursday so wings were $0.50/ea. & they bussed superrr good!! Fries were seasoned to perfection! Lemon Drop ( Don Julio ofc) yu know how ido 10/10.Calamari 2/10 not fresh super chewyMoved seats a few times due to uneven tables etc. needs to be replaced(I’m picky tho !!??)Overall spot was calm not crowded, bar was full so it must be the spizzy.Bill came to around $200 $70/ea. btween 3 of us.“

“Country life jerk is definitely a hidden gem. The food is authentic and delicious.To date i've only tried the jerk chicken, mac n cheese and soup and none of them disappoint.The mac n cheese is made with cheddar and is cheesy!! The jerk chicken is seasoned well, tender and portions are always good, even for the small sizes.In addition, they follow special instructions and the service is friendly ...top notch!!“

“Everything was a 10/10Literally the rum punch kept going my glass was never empty…so when they say bottomless believe that lol…I went with my cousins and aunt, we dinned on the rooftop and best believe we’ll be back more frequently for “

“Food was ok. I got the Jerk chicken, shrimp pasta, steamed vegetable, some oxtails on the side and a drink. The Jerk chicken was overcooked and tasted burnt. They do grill it outside. I didn’t get much of the seasoning to proclaim its authentic jerk chicken. It was super disappointing due to the fact that’s what I like the most and was looking forward to the most. However, the guy at the cashier was very nice & helpful. The place is clean. You serve yourself and it’s by the pound. It was dead in there. Very empty but food is 7.5/10. I would go back there again for something quick.“

“I always go to CD's and didn't know this place was so close to home. When you first walk in it's just a small section where the food is placed or picked up but the back area is something to talk about and is a good location for a small event. I will start off by saying I didn't like the flavor of the fried rice but it wasn't nasty, I think it's just a more authentic Trini flavor. The chicken wings were excellent and the chicken was good as well. I also had a fish cake that I devoured and didn't take a photo of but it was good a little spicy. The two woman working were nice and the older woman goes above and beyond to make sure you get what you pay for so no complaints on service. I will be coming back to try a few other items.“

“I stumbled upon this restaurant while in New York for a family event, and despite the scant reviews, I decided to give it a shot. The wasn't a visible menu, but rather I could see the dishes through a glass divider. This added an element of intrigue to the dining experience. I opted for a variety of items,and to my delight,every single dish exceeded my expectations. The food wasn't overpoweringly seasoned, allowing the natural flavors to shine through. The portions size were incredibly generous,offering great value for the money. What truly impressed me was how authenticity Haitian the food tasted. It felt like a genuine taste of Haiti right in the heart of Queens. This authenticity is rare to find, and it made my experience all the more memorable. I was thoroughly impressed and will undoubtedly return. The food here is nothing short of wonderful, and it's a hidden gem worth discovering.“

“This is definitely a good jamaican restaurant. You can get a whole meal for $7.00 oxtails rice and peas with plantains ,not bad.and the wait isn't long at all. Not to mention the young lady that works there customer service was pleasant.don't for get there pineapple sodas, jamaican style.“

“Very good food. The 2 ladies were very nice polite and gave me fast service. The reviews are very misleading. Best food in the neighborhood. Oxtails tender and very good price and amount of food. Update I went back twice the stewed chicken is dry and then the plate of oxtails was not the same size lots of rice little meat. They were still nice but I decided not to make this a reg place I eat“