Tried this restaurant through Too Good To Go and got a jerk chicken plate. Very delicious and flavorful. I definitely want to try more menu items!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jarmarcus Marshall
I really wanted to like this place, but my experience was deeply disappointing. The oxtail was shockingly bland — it tasted like it had been boiled in a mix of toilet water and regret. No seasoning, no flavor, no love. Easily one of the most tasteless renditions I’ve ever had.
The beef? That was a solid 0/5 — dry, flavorless, and barely edible. It shouldn’t have even made it to the plate.
The only thing that was remotely okay was the jerk chicken, which I’d rate 3/5. It had a bit of flavor, but nothing that would make me come back for more.
On top of that, everything was wildly overpriced for the quality. Soul food should warm the heart — this just left me frustrated and hungry. Ruthie’s Kitchen seriously needs to reevaluate their recipes , after spending $70 I’m on my way to in and out
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 3
Brittany Clough
Not only was that the best night because my husband proposed to me here, (with the staff's help) and it was amazing, But they're food.... To die for!!!! I'd marry Mama Ruth just as quick!! Seriously you guys try this place!!!!🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Eric Ascher
FOOD IS OUTSTANDING AND SO IS RUTHIE
I just moved to the American Canyon side of Vallejo and several people advised me to avoid the downtown area of vallejo as it was deemed sketchy. I've long known that great food doesn't have to come from expensive great places, and Ruthies proves that point.
First off, the owner is front and center, knows her food and clearly has a passion for it. She was warm and welcoming and helpful guiding me to what dish I should choose based on my preferences.
As far as Caribbean food is concerned, I had limited exposure, basically jerk chicken. I went out of my comfort zone and had the oxtail (I've also never tried oxtail). Oh boy! It was amazing. Oxtail by nature has a good amount of fat in it, and is served on the bone. This could be a problem for some, but since this was clearly cooked low and slow, and with love, the meat falls off the bone, and the fat is so perfectly rendered it's just an explosion of flavor. Same goes for the rice and beans.
Nothing lacks flavor here and don't be scared if you think the food is going be too spicy. There is a difference between spiced and spicy and they will accommodate no matter what direction you want to go.
TLDR; I wish Miss Ruthie was my auntie
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alex Simon
Curry goat salty..don’t taste anything how it’s suppose to..presentation is nice but that’s it..not what I expected at all
Food: 1
Service: 4
Cinnamin Collins
My friend got takeout ( red snapper) recently & I tried it.....All I have to say is they need a new cook. This is the worst Carribean food I've ever had. The fish was dry & tasteless, veggies were soggy & tasteless & the potato salad looked runny( did not eat). This was my 3rd time & it was not the charm😅 After spending money here twice, I knew it was not worth a 3rd! I love Carribean& Jamaican food & really would like to see a good restaurant here in Vallejo. The only thing good I ever had here was plantains & I make those myself.
Food: 1
Luis Sanchez - Realtor
More Than Just a Meal! What truly sets Ruthies Caribbean Kitchen apart is the genuine hospitality. Ruth and her team don’t just serve food—they welcome you like family. The service is attentive without being intrusive, and there’s a palpable sense of pride in every interaction. Located in the heart of the city. I highly recommend this place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Morgan Crittendon
I’m absolutely appalled that they are passing off tortillas as roti! I was excited to not have to make roti myself and paid the price for this entree , only to be given a Costco tortilla, I guess they are taking advantage of California not having many Caribbean’s
Food: 1
K-hop
Not worth it mac and cheese yuk no flavor rice and beans straight out of a can jerk chicken was ok I give it a 1 cause of the sauce it was over cooked not grilled but baked calling jamaica jerk chicken is a insult I won't be back who ever is giving the food 5 stars ⭐ does not know food
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Red Beans & Rice
Alberto G
I ordered the oxtails with mac & cheese and rice and beans. The oxtails were excellent. Highly recommended. The mac & cheese was OK. The rice and beans were way too salty. I could not eat them so be careful.
Are there more than 5 stars?! A definite cut above anything that you might be expecting - Each dish was so fresh, so well prepared with just that little something that sets it apart; the dining area is inviting, comfortable yet makes you feel special. We will be back - and back - and back again You MUST go, you will not be disappointed! Oh and a plus: the sea moss juices are so refreshing - Pineapple Ginger is my favorite.. Go - be nourished - be enriched. ???
Vegetarian options: One there are vegetarian options on the menu and two, so accommodating, just let them create something special just for you!
The food is swimming in its own demise! From the ox tails to the wet jerkyyyyy! Chicken oh let’s not leave out the plantain that taste like Takis! Had my throat on fire no cap! And the neon green yellow rice crypto night it was so crunchy hard!
If I might suggest something focus on that fish and how you can flip it because that was a 8 out of 10. The Mac and cheese just omit that all together But the hospitality on point but you can not eat hospitality.
Well that’s all folks tell next time CIAO
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Plantains, Fish, Red Beans & Rice
Nora Luna
Tastes amazing! I had the oxtail and it was soooo good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Curry Goat
Idunn The Wanderer
I was so excited to see this place just a few steps from my motel! The beef patty was cooked to perfection with a buttery, flaky pastry. The festival was fresh and warm with raspberry syrup. Delicious slices of sweet potatoes and finished with amazing mango mousse (not pictured). And honey, I ate it all!!
Tried this restaurant through Too Good To Go and got a jerk chicken plate. Very delicious and flavorful. I definitely want to try more menu items!
Food: 5
Service: 5
I really wanted to like this place, but my experience was deeply disappointing. The oxtail was shockingly bland — it tasted like it had been boiled in a mix of toilet water and regret. No seasoning, no flavor, no love. Easily one of the most tasteless renditions I’ve ever had.
The beef? That was a solid 0/5 — dry, flavorless, and barely edible. It shouldn’t have even made it to the plate.
The only thing that was remotely okay was the jerk chicken, which I’d rate 3/5. It had a bit of flavor, but nothing that would make me come back for more.
On top of that, everything was wildly overpriced for the quality. Soul food should warm the heart — this just left me frustrated and hungry. Ruthie’s Kitchen seriously needs to reevaluate their recipes , after spending $70 I’m on my way to in and out
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 3
Not only was that the best night because my husband proposed to me here, (with the staff's help) and it was amazing, But they're food.... To die for!!!! I'd marry Mama Ruth just as quick!! Seriously you guys try this place!!!!🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
FOOD IS OUTSTANDING AND SO IS RUTHIE
I just moved to the American Canyon side of Vallejo and several people advised me to avoid the downtown area of vallejo as it was deemed sketchy. I've long known that great food doesn't have to come from expensive great places, and Ruthies proves that point.
First off, the owner is front and center, knows her food and clearly has a passion for it. She was warm and welcoming and helpful guiding me to what dish I should choose based on my preferences.
As far as Caribbean food is concerned, I had limited exposure, basically jerk chicken. I went out of my comfort zone and had the oxtail (I've also never tried oxtail). Oh boy! It was amazing. Oxtail by nature has a good amount of fat in it, and is served on the bone. This could be a problem for some, but since this was clearly cooked low and slow, and with love, the meat falls off the bone, and the fat is so perfectly rendered it's just an explosion of flavor. Same goes for the rice and beans.
Nothing lacks flavor here and don't be scared if you think the food is going be too spicy. There is a difference between spiced and spicy and they will accommodate no matter what direction you want to go.
TLDR; I wish Miss Ruthie was my auntie
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Curry goat salty..don’t taste anything how it’s suppose to..presentation is nice but that’s it..not what I expected at all
Food: 1
Service: 4
My friend got takeout ( red snapper) recently & I tried it.....All I have to say is they need a new cook. This is the worst Carribean food I've ever had. The fish was dry & tasteless, veggies were soggy & tasteless & the potato salad looked runny( did not eat). This was my 3rd time & it was not the charm😅
After spending money here twice, I knew it was not worth a 3rd! I love Carribean& Jamaican food & really would like to see a good restaurant here in Vallejo. The only thing good I ever had here was plantains & I make those myself.
Food: 1
More Than Just a Meal! What truly sets Ruthies Caribbean Kitchen apart is the genuine hospitality. Ruth and her team don’t just serve food—they welcome you like family. The service is attentive without being intrusive, and there’s a palpable sense of pride in every interaction. Located in the heart of the city. I highly recommend this place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I’m absolutely appalled that they are passing off tortillas as roti! I was excited to not have to make roti myself and paid the price for this entree , only to be given a Costco tortilla, I guess they are taking advantage of California not having many Caribbean’s
Food: 1
Not worth it mac and cheese yuk no flavor rice and beans straight out of a can jerk chicken was ok I give it a 1 cause of the sauce it was over cooked not grilled but baked calling jamaica jerk chicken is a insult I won't be back who ever is giving the food 5 stars ⭐ does not know food
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Red Beans & Rice
I ordered the oxtails with mac & cheese and rice and beans. The oxtails were excellent. Highly recommended. The mac & cheese was OK. The rice and beans were way too salty. I could not eat them so be careful.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Side of Fried Plantain
Restaurantji Recommends
Suckyamama rubbish
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 4
Are there more than 5 stars?! A definite cut above anything that you might be expecting - Each dish was so fresh, so well prepared with just that little something that sets it apart; the dining area is inviting, comfortable yet makes you feel special. We will be back - and back - and back again You MUST go, you will not be disappointed!
Oh and a plus: the sea moss juices are so refreshing - Pineapple Ginger is my favorite..
Go - be nourished - be enriched. ???
Vegetarian options: One there are vegetarian options on the menu and two, so accommodating, just let them create something special just for you!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Plantains, Fish, Roti, Salad, Sea Moss, Red Beans & Rice
The food is swimming in its own demise!
From the ox tails to the wet jerkyyyyy! Chicken oh let’s not leave out the plantain that taste like Takis! Had my throat on fire no cap!
And the neon green yellow rice crypto night it was so crunchy hard!
If I might suggest something focus on that fish and how you can flip it because that was a 8 out of 10.
The Mac and cheese just omit that all together
But the hospitality on point but you can not eat hospitality.
Well that’s all folks tell next time CIAO
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Plantains, Fish, Red Beans & Rice
Tastes amazing! I had the oxtail and it was soooo good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Curry Goat
I was so excited to see this place just a few steps from my motel! The beef patty was cooked to perfection with a buttery, flaky pastry. The festival was fresh and warm with raspberry syrup. Delicious slices of sweet potatoes and finished with amazing mango mousse (not pictured). And honey, I ate it all!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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