50 Best Caribbean Restaurants near North Lauderdale

“I Don't know where these reviewers went but I'm sure its not the same Tabanka i have been going to. I have had nothing but exceptional service whenever I'm there, and believe me I have been there since they opened. Even family visiting from Trinidad the first place we visit is there. And we go back time and time again. So Kudos to the staff and especially the owner who always so professional and pleasant. Excellent atmosphere. great food. good service.. 10 stars..“

“I went to this restaurant based on the reviews. The first impression was that the meat lace was clean. The people were friendly. I wasn’t sure about some of the options and the offered a free taste. I went last minute after coming from a wake and wanted to feed a good amount of people. The food was excellent. Everyone wanted to know where the food came from. Finger licking good.“

“from columbus Ohio. and this was wonderful. I would love to franchise one of these where I'm from to rival our local champion! (enas Caribbean kitchen)“

“Great patties and coco btead and pudding and sugar buns and everything else. Unreal low prices for the patties. Best I have ever had. Always crowed because it's a small place. Love the quality and tadte of the food. Great service behind the counter.“

“I've been looking for a restaurant serving Jamaican dishes...I googled and found this place. Clean, beautiful, smelling good...and the lovely lady behind the counter. Such a pleasant, refreshing soul. We ordered Jerk Chicken and Curry Goat...both were delicious. Smh hot and tasty. Well done, precious lady. God bless you and your business. Thank you for being so welcoming, for the delicious meals..and words of wisdom.“

“I was searching for some nice Jamaican breakfast, and when I called this golden Krust, Romaine answered the phone and she was so extremely pleasant and friendly. I wanted some fried dumplings and they only had 2 left! She said she would hold them if I got there shortly and lo and behold, she held her word! I took the drive through and spoke with a pleasant young man, Julian, who greeted me like I was back home. He was very informative and got me my food in record time! You would have thought his last name was Bolt! All in all, this Golden Krust will not disappoint. From fresh food to wholesome staff, nothing compares!

Denise“

“This place is great! Atmosphere is chill and cool ,the staff is also really friendly. They know what they’re doing and what they’re talking about, and you can tell making the customers happy is their main priority. Food is pretty good, some real Jamaican classics and they put their own little twists on things .for their prices it’s 100% worth it.... Big up Chef Rose & the Crew ????“

“Great Service and Great Food. What more can you ask for!“

“I ordered two dinners and although the meat was fresh, it was tasteless for a Haitian restaurant. The portion was minimized for the price. Also to add, the sauce and pikliz was disgusting. I never had food that was tasteless as such.“

“Was told by a family member about Jardin Kitchen. You can tell that Eric cooks with his heart and soul! The flavors are like no other. This is the best Haitian food I’ve ever had and it’s all I’ll eat when in the area!! My complements to the chef!!“

“i went to Milly's to celebrate my birthday lunch with 12 co-workers from different countries it's hands down of the best dining experience i 've had recently. i really want to love this place. Excellent food excellent service. Most of my co-workers planning on going back. Thank you, Milly's!“

“My experience at kakalou was absolutely amazing . The food here brought me back home . It’s so flavorful and the meat is tender . The service is fast and friendly .Ingrid was a great service she was so attentive and friendly. The drinks here are flavorful and strong ! Thank you for the experience Ingrid and polo !“

“The Golden Crust team members at this location are friendly and welcoming. The store is always clean and the service is always great. Shout out to the Golden Crust team at the E. Commercial Blvd location!“

“This food is very good. Kind of has the home cooked feel to it too. Only thing is the pickles could use a little work especially with the scotch bonnet pepper, I feel like they should be cut into smaller pieces. Also the price for it is very respectable compared to others. $15 for griot will have me coming back again for sure.“

“Food is very good and well prepare, delicious yummy go check it out you won't be disappointed.“

“Jerk Chicken and Fried Rice for $5 Advertised. Spent $17+ on two orders🧐? Awesome chicken though 😋“

“Best Virgin Islands Restaurant in Ft. Lauderdale“

“Just visited Ali’s Roti Shop for the first time. First time having roti as well and I chose this location. I give honest reviews. Never like to give a bad review unless it’s absolutely necessary. I only have one issue, I wish the portions wore more for the price. Ordered the roti curry goat. I looked up paratha roti prior to coming. That’s the one I really wanted and a customer came in behind me and ordered it, that’s when I remembered. It was my first time, I wasn’t given the options of which I’d like, but I guess that’s my responsibility to know so I will accept that. Food was delicious, spicy but I love spice. As stated before I just wish the portions were bigger. I will return however to try the boneless curry paratha roti.“

“This Golden Krust was amazing 👏. I had written off Golden Krust restaurants, but this place I can honestly say is top notch. We came here accidentally, we were heading to Dunkin Donuts and my husband said he's going to look inside Golden Krust. He said, babe it's the best Golden krust I've ever been to.
I went in 5 minutes after, I was shocked. The food looked good, the variety was great, and THE SERVICE AMAZING!!!!

The food was hot and delicious, ready to eat. We went in and ordered seconds to go.

Their spinach rice, sweet chillie chicken, Brown stew chicken, stew peas, and soup was delicious. We got several things ALL were HOT, FRESH, and DELICIOUS!
Costumer service was amazing!
Who ever manages this branch is doing a fantastic job! Best Golden Krust we've ever been to, hands down.“

“meat patties are the bomb1“

“Our first time trying and the food was excellent! Full of flavor, oxtail tender and everything seasoned well! Our new Caribbean spot to eat!“

“Great value clean good tasting food“

“Great food, flavors and big portions. Get the small size. And finally a nearby place to get real, fresh beef patties. Wish they have more tables for seating“

“Delicious and very clean place“

“Tasty food and Ms Joy is very Friendly and greet her customers like family ❤️ she is always giving back to the community by sending food for people in need that cannot come to her restaurant like they used to because of their illnesses 🙏 god bless 🥰“

“I ordered for the first time tonight on Ubereats and when I tell you out of all the years I’ve lived here in Fort Lauderdale this is the BEST Jamaican food I’ve ever tasted in my life and everything was fresh and the seasoning is to perfection..I will go to no other Jamaican restaurant ever again..food is amazing 😋😋😋🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥“

“Totally enjoyed the food, service, and ambiance at MOV. Great venue for celebrations of any kind.“

“the service was warm and friendly true Trini authentic taste foods yummy will definitely go back and recommend friends and family clean environment wonderful experience“

“And the Blessings continue!!! 1000000000000% RECOMMEND this place. I walked in 5 mins before closing (drove in from Ocala, FL) ordered 1 double.. forgot cc in car, told them give me 10 secs...They blessed me with a FREE double!!! Thank u! ❤️🙏🏾✌🏽👊🏾🤲🏽One L❤️VE!!! 🇹🇹“

“We were there September 19 & 20! We discovered this cool beach cafe and absolutely loved this place! Cool bartenders and an awesome atmosphere! The food and drinks were fantastic and just loved this place! When we visit Fort Lauderdale again, we will definitely come back!!!!!!“

“Great food and the service was not bad“

“If you’re looking for authentic Haitian food with great flavor and reasonable prices, I definitely recommend Shamama Restaurant. They just opened on April 1st, and they’ve already made a strong impression.

The food is fresh, flavorful, and the pricing is much more reasonable compared to many restaurants in the area. One thing I can’t stop ordering is the fried taso kabrit — it’s seasoned perfectly, fried just right, and honestly so good that I keep going back for more.

The atmosphere is welcoming, the service has been great, and you can tell they care about the quality of their food. Definitely worth checking out if you love good Haitian cuisine.“

“The food is great…. We loved. Service is fantastic.“

“This is a great Family oriented restaurant.
Serving a trio of cultural food. Hence there slogan
The HAJ Kitchen
- Haitian Food
-American Favorites
-Jamaican Spices
Their Haitian Empanadas called Pâté Kòdé is out of this world
And their Natural Juices “ Soursop Juice” is the best.“

“Delicious food and great service!“

“Great place for vegan options at 10 pm, wonderful friendly staff and the prices are very affordable“

“Great experience!!! Reisa was our server and she knows how to treat her guests!! She made sure my date and I understood the menu and made delicious choices. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming. 😊 I recommend for your Caribbean cravings,; we had the shrimp fried rice.“

“Good eating 😋 👌 😌 👏 🥰😍🤩💯🔥“

“I have been eating at this restaurant with two pregnancy i love the foods those my dad my kids and husband“

“My family and I love trying new flavors from different places, so we decided to try this little place called: which is located on W. Commercial Blvd. and 441st Street in a large shopping plaza. The place is small, simple, but with an incredible flavor, WOW! We ordered a Brown Stew Chicken which had an incredible flavor, and you can't help but admire the prices😳 They don't even exist in a Chinese restaurant, no wonder there are lines of people buying their food at this place; that's why my husband and I have come to the conclusion: it's useless if the place has spectacular or extraordinary decor, if what will convince you is the flavor of their dishes. We will definitely return! Ahhh, not to mention that the service is very pleasant, the prices incredible, and the food sufficient and delicious. Why aren't these places as well-known? For their humble decor? Don't be fooled by the decor of the establishment or the dishes, focus on the flavor, which is what really counts.“

“Went at a time, around 1PM on a Saturday. The line was not long so was served quickly. It took less than 5 minutes from the time I placed my order until it was delivered to me. The servers were courteous and served with a smile. The only draw back that day, I tried ordering on line, but the website was down.“

“The atmosphere takes me back home. The service is impeccable and the food is superb. When you go there, they know who you are and that makes a difference. I have to say it is the best authentic Jamaican food in Broward County and I venture to say South Florida.“

“I had a great experience the 2 times at Juicy Patty! The patties were perfectly seasoned, and the service was friendly and welcoming. You can really taste the quality and care put into the food. I’ll definitely be coming back and highly recommend this spot to anyone craving authentic, tasty bites!“

“If you’re looking for great vibes, amazing food, and a place that truly knows how to bring people together—this is it. 🎤✨“

“These guys were so awesome. Jean, chen, Lorenzo, and the other young Guy showed great customer service. I could tell the food was going to be good by how long the line was and it did not disappoint. I had the j*** chicken rice and peas with plantains. Definitely will be back for the wings!“

“I went there for the first time today to grab Sunday dinner after a busy weekend. I was greeted with a complimentary cup of lemonade which hit the spot and got a refill while I waited for my food. The food was fresh, large portions, ridiculously tasty and I cannot wait to return. Run dont walk to Lickie Stickie!! You will not regret it!“

“This restaurant is a hidden gem! The food is incredible — perfectly seasoned, cooked to perfection, and bursting with authentic Haitian flavor. The snapper was huge, meaty, and seasoned in every nook and cranny. The griot? Fried to crispy perfection with just the right amount of tenderness — not too fatty at all. And the rice? Aromatic, rich, and full of flavor. Every bite felt like a celebration.

The atmosphere is lively and welcoming, with a great selection of music that added to the overall vibe. Whether you're grabbing takeout or sitting down for a full lunch or dinner, this place delivers. The service was top-notch — friendly, attentive, and fast.

Highly recommend this spot for anyone craving real Haitian food made with love and care. 10/10 experience — I’ll definitely be back!“

“hands-down THE BEST GOLDEN CRUST IN BROWARD COUNTY. I’ve been coming here every day for lunch for about five months now and all I can say is that aside from the food being top-tier it’s consistent every single time there hasn’t been one thing that I can find to complain about the food or the customer service nothing. If you’re looking for Caribbean food with consistency, high-quality and good energy eat here whether it’s for breakfast lunch or dinner. see y’all tomorrow.🤣“

“Very friendly. Food fresh and tasty. Clean outdoor seating with a great view.“