Jamaican Restaurants in Chicago, IL

“Heads up: When I arrived at 8:15, they were already putting chairs up. Google says they close at 10 PM, but I might’ve been cutting it close and showed up right at closing time.
Food review:
The oxtails were okay — very tender with a good amount of meat at the bottom of the plate, but flavor-wise nothing that really stood out.
The wings were decent on their own, but once I added the spicy sauce, that’s when everything changed 😋. The sauce had a smooth heat that completely elevated the wings — easily the best part of the meal.
Now let’s talk about the sides, because they absolutely stole the show.
The cabbage and yams are a 10/10. I honestly don’t know what they did to that cabbage, but WOW. It had this crazy flavor combo — spicy, mild, a slight kick, and a perfect crunch. I’ve never had cabbage like that before. The sides alone bump the overall experience to a solid 7/10.
Overall, while the mains were hit or miss, the sides and that spicy sauce make it worth trying. I definitely recommend checking it out for yourself — and I’ll be back when I get the chance.“

“The jerk chicken is the best no cap🥰“

“Some of the best Jerk Chicken I’ve had on the south side“

“PLEASE!! ! Take your money somewhere else! This place is a complete ripoff for MEDIOCRE food! How do you advertise something as a “ dinner” and then have the AUDACITY to charge people for rice and peas. That is soo absurd! It’s extremely expensive for trash food and rude service. Please go somewhere else.“

“I’m bias because this is my neighborhood jerk but to be fair all my jerk dinners have been on point. Rice and peas are a solid base and the spice of the sauce is the best compliment. Even the mac is even decent. Don’t have to trust me - Not like I’ve ever gone anywhere.“

“This is the very 1st Jerk restaurant where EVERYTHING was good and fresh. I had oxtails, jerk chicken, cabbage, Mac and Cheese, yams, peas and rice, and plantain. My Ma had a full dark jerk chicken dinner as well. The Mac and cheese was seasoned to perfection and cheesy as ever (no egg; baked). The yams not overly sweet, jerk chicken just right. The cabbage is consistently good. Only disappointment was the size oxtail they give is small. (4 little pieces and 2 big. Thats everywhere though) EVERYTHING was hot, and did I say fresh?? glad it's right around my Mas house. I'll be eating here much more often!!“

“I came in last night (03/14/25) before hitting the highway to head home, Food was AMAZING ! The only downside was I purchased the 2 meat + 2 side + an extra side & only received one of my meats. Total was almost $30. Didn’t realize until I was already home 2hrs away eating my meal. I received my jerk chicken, but not my stew meat (I think that’s what it’s called). I was the lady with the baby sitting down. I will say that buddy was back there doing all the work himself and that line kept piling up, so I get it. 😩 I just would've loved to have tasted the other meat & that mean my leftovers (that I’m eating rn) would be bigger 👏🏽🤣 lol“

“Great food! And Great service! I found my new favorite place.“

“delicious jerk catfish and delicious red snapper“

“I came in last night (03/14/25) before hitting the highway to head home, Food was AMAZING ! The only downside was I purchased the 2 meat + 2 side + an extra side & only received one of my meats. Total was almost $30. Didn’t realize until I was already home 2hrs away eating my meal. I received my jerk chicken, but not my stew meat (I think that’s what it’s called). I was the lady with the baby sitting down. I will say that buddy was back there doing all the work himself and that line kept piling up, so I get it. 😩 I just would've loved to have tasted the other meat & that mean my leftovers (that I’m eating rn) would be bigger 👏🏽🤣 lol“

“Tip & Link Combo…Jerk Steak & Chicken pasta bowls…Taste So Good U Can’t go wrong with either one !!“

“The food was delicious. I didn't take any pics unfortunately. I had the meat combo with oxtails and jerk wings with cabbage. Everything tasted so good. I can't wait to go back and try more food items. I am glad someone told me about this place. I got lucky. The prices are a plus.“

“I had the curry Chicken .. rice & peas ..cornbread ..
Plantains..white Potatoes .. chocolate & Plain Rum cakes ..coffee .. hard sourdough bread ..everything was fresh & very flavorful without being overwhelming with so many different ingredients ... both rum cakes were good ... nice lively colorful decor ...OQ“

“The. Food especially the children is delicious..not to hot or spicy that you are unable to eat it...the sides...are delicious.. I highly recommend....thank you sooo much for serving great food“

“Best jerk tacos in the city 🤤🔥💯“

“Food is Delicious I love they oxtails they fall off the bone and they Dark Chicken does as well season to perfection my fav Jerk Spot OutWest!!! Mind you I got all this for a reasonable price !!! Worth every dollar ! Wrapped with care no spilled in car !!“