(abeautifullife) jamaican cafe

I asked twice for a water refill and a side salad, but the staff ignored both — simply staff service rude and inattentive, which made the whole meal less enjoyable.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

The sides are mostly fried and heavy, which makes me believe the food is fun but definitely not healthy, and that’s a shame because I was deliberately trying to pick a lighter option.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

I was excited to try Caribbean fine-dining style, but for what we paid, the mains did not live up to the cost: high price food for an average meal.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

They advertise bowls, vegan plates, healthy-friendly sides — but when we ordered, the options were limited and the waiter tried to upsell the expensive entrees: felt like scamming service, trying to push us into the high-cost items.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

I overheard one of the staff dismiss a customer’s dietary request with a snide comment — clearly staff service rude, and we felt uncomfortable dining there afterward.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

THE FOOD WAS WAY TOO EXPENSIVE $$$$ THE RICE AND BEANS WAS DRY THE CHICKEN WAS OVERCOOKED THE CABBAGE WAS VERY SALTY AND THE OXTAILS WAS LIKE A DOG'S TAIL WITH A BUNCH OF FAT ON IT. THE SURFACE WAS GREAT THE ATMOSPHERE WAS LOVELY BUT THE FOOD WAS BAD THE ONLY THING WAS GOOD WAS THE SHRIMP AND FRIES. I'M VERY SORRY TO SAY THAT BUT IT WASN'T WORTH OUR TRIP THERE AND IT WASN'T WORTH OUR MONEY THAT WE SPENT LET'S JUST SAY $500.00.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 1

Service: 5

Food was very good. The service was BAD. Eventhough the restaurant was empty, it took Forever for the food to arrive. Very little contact with server. Server never came back to check on us or give update regarding food arrival. Kitchen was extremely SLOW. Need to-work-on-service STAT. Once Food arrived it was good. Service; Service, Service!!

I took my gf here to celebrate life, a dinner experience. We were greeted warmly by our waitress, escorted to our seats, and seated promptly. the vibe was incredible! the restaurant is a hidden gem in DTLA. It is tucked away, and the staff was on point. the food was so fresh and tasty and the drinks were perfect. she loved it! we will visit again soon!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Food was good and the service was very polite, friendly and warm. The wait times were a bit of an issue. About 35 minutes from the time we placed the drink orders to actually receiving the drinks. Food was a similar wait time. If there was 1 more server and bartender then there would be no issue.

So disappointed to spend my hard earned $42 on this mediocre meal. I usually follow my first mind and don’t waste my coins on a place with 3.5 stars. Saw the reviews, didn’t read the comments. This was my 1st time here today around 5pm. I walked in & after 10 minutes of standing there I got the attention of the bar tender after I was never greeted. Should’ve been my 2nd sign. I order the oxtails that comes with rice & peas, cabbage & plantains. Got my food & 1st thing I noticed was how small this to go container was. I opened it & literally saw 2 small oxtails & 1 of those skinny size one, small size of rice & peas w/ some cabbage sprinkled on top. I should have asked where was the rest of my food because at best this was an appetizer size. I didn’t want to be an a hole so I paid & even though I order it to go I gave a $2 tip. It’s a Black establishment & I knew I was NEVER coming back or recommending this place EVER. I live in Orange 🍊 County so by the time I get on the freeway and started eating, I realized they NEVER gave me the plantains. FOOD WAS MEDIOCRE, bad service, OVERPRICED, UNDER PORTIONED, & cheated out of what all I paid for. This is only like my 4th review I’ve ever done in 10 years. HORRIBLE experience and I’m Upset that I didn’t follow my first & second mind. NEVER AGAIN

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

My 11 guest arrived at the establishment was greeted by one of the waiters which was perfect! The atmosphere was very dark. Couldn't see the menu's with the candles on. Not lively, music videos playing on the screens.Just not the same.

One of the best meals I have had in a long time... Can't wait to come back and try more items... The Mac & Cheez was absolutely amazing!

Loved the ambiance, music and food. Staff was helpful with suggestions and encouraged me to try the Rasta Pasta. It did not disappoint. It was a great amount of food and the flavors were the right amount of spicy without it being overwhelming. I also had a beef patty and bottomless mimosas with lavender flavor which was unexpected and delicious. Overall had a great time and I will be back.

If you’re used to good food never eat here.

Amazing and lovely crowd