Sometimes small talk can feed your soul—and your stomach. A few years ago, at my niece’s wedding, I struck up a conversation with a gentleman who mentioned he had opened a restaurant in Jacksonville, NC. Fast forward to today, I finally made it out to his place—Booby’s Kitchen—and let me tell you, the food wasn’t just good… it was shut-your-mouth-and-do-a-happy-dance good. Everything from the flavor to the portions hit the spot. You could taste the love and pride in every bite. If you’re anywhere near Jacksonville, do yourself a favor and stop by—you’ll thank me later. As for me, I’m officially stuffed and sliding straight into a well-deserved nap.
Israel Rodriguez
The food is absolutely delicious. The staff are friendly it is a family run place so you may see the kids around and it is nice and has a great atmosphere and had some nice vegetation and allows for you to watch some TV if you desire to do so
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Boil, Jerk Chicken Rasta Pasta, Menu, Rasta Pasta, Fried Chicken, Yellow Rice, Rice and Peas, Curry Goat, Jerk Salmon, Lamb Chop Dinner, Lambchop \u0026 Shrimp Rasta Pasta
J Simmons
The Salmon meal was delicious. The collar greens are on point. 💚 the sides of cabbage and cornbread were perfect portions for my long drive back to Ohio. I recommend Bobby's kitchen.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
kwesi jenkins
I went on a day they weren't serving oxtails,so I got the rasta pasta with jerk chicken on the top. Honestly it was some of the best rasta pasta I've had in a while. The portion size was enough for two people,but I ate it all in one sitting. Definitely going back to try the oxtails. A nice gem that gives you your money's worth. The customer service was great,very clean and upbeat vibes. Highly recommend 👌🏼
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Renee Evans
A great discovery today in Jacksonville! First time here but it won't be the last! I tried the jerk chicken and my husband tried the jerk chicken rasta pasta... chicken was fall-off-the-bone delicious! I had 2 sides with mine... plenty of food! The service was so welcoming and made you feel at home. Highly recommend this place. You won't be disappointed!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ravee Polley
This is my second time ordering delivery and both times I didn’t receive any utensils. Had to figure out how to eat the food with no utensils as I am at work. Also the salmon was good however for the price it was small as if it was feeding a child. Idk if I’ll give it a 3rd try🤷🏾♂️
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
Latanya Brown
Food is great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bella Hurt
This plate was amazing! I had jerk chicken, potato salad and yams. It had so much flavor! 10 out of 10 I will be back and highly recommend! And DONT forget to grab one of their flavored lemonades. You will want to eat here everyday!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
ZiOnnah
10/10 definitely recommend ! don’t hesitate gone give my girl a tryyyyyy 🩷
The pictures don't do this place justice the good food the good people make the already amazing food taste even better
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Winston Lightbody
This food was so good I had to take a nap right afterwards! The smothered pork chops were cooked and seasoned so well and tender with the rice and peas. The candied yams were sweet and that Mac and cheese baked well! They will for sure get my money again!!
The rasta pasta is phenomenal. Go early. Food sells out quickly
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Candice Brooks
Food was really good
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Quan
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 Stars The food at this Jamaican spot was absolutely amazing—it instantly took me back to when I visited Jamaica! I had the oxtails and white rice, and let me tell you, it was a 10/10! They never disappoint. The entire family is so sweet and welcoming, offering top-tier customer service. The atmosphere is a whole vibe—warm, friendly, and full of good energy. If you’re ever in the Jacksonville, NC area, do yourself a favor and show them some love. You won’t regret it!
Sometimes small talk can feed your soul—and your stomach. A few years ago, at my niece’s wedding, I struck up a conversation with a gentleman who mentioned he had opened a restaurant in Jacksonville, NC. Fast forward to today, I finally made it out to his place—Booby’s Kitchen—and let me tell you, the food wasn’t just good… it was shut-your-mouth-and-do-a-happy-dance good. Everything from the flavor to the portions hit the spot. You could taste the love and pride in every bite. If you’re anywhere near Jacksonville, do yourself a favor and stop by—you’ll thank me later. As for me, I’m officially stuffed and sliding straight into a well-deserved nap.
The food is absolutely delicious. The staff are friendly it is a family run place so you may see the kids around and it is nice and has a great atmosphere and had some nice vegetation and allows for you to watch some TV if you desire to do so
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Boil, Jerk Chicken Rasta Pasta, Menu, Rasta Pasta, Fried Chicken, Yellow Rice, Rice and Peas, Curry Goat, Jerk Salmon, Lamb Chop Dinner, Lambchop \u0026 Shrimp Rasta Pasta
The Salmon meal was delicious. The collar greens are on point. 💚 the sides of cabbage and cornbread were perfect portions for my long drive back to Ohio. I recommend Bobby's kitchen.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I went on a day they weren't serving oxtails,so I got the rasta pasta with jerk chicken on the top. Honestly it was some of the best rasta pasta I've had in a while. The portion size was enough for two people,but I ate it all in one sitting. Definitely going back to try the oxtails. A nice gem that gives you your money's worth. The customer service was great,very clean and upbeat vibes. Highly recommend 👌🏼
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A great discovery today in Jacksonville! First time here but it won't be the last! I tried the jerk chicken and my husband tried the jerk chicken rasta pasta... chicken was fall-off-the-bone delicious! I had 2 sides with mine... plenty of food! The service was so welcoming and made you feel at home.
Highly recommend this place. You won't be disappointed!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is my second time ordering delivery and both times I didn’t receive any utensils. Had to figure out how to eat the food with no utensils as I am at work. Also the salmon was good however for the price it was small as if it was feeding a child. Idk if I’ll give it a 3rd try🤷🏾♂️
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
Food is great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This plate was amazing! I had jerk chicken, potato salad and yams. It had so much flavor! 10 out of 10 I will be back and highly recommend! And DONT forget to grab one of their flavored lemonades. You will want to eat here everyday!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
10/10 definitely recommend ! don’t hesitate gone give my girl a tryyyyyy 🩷
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best food in Jacksonville 😤 highly recommend it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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The pictures don't do this place justice the good food the good people make the already amazing food taste even better
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This food was so good I had to take a nap right afterwards! The smothered pork chops were cooked and seasoned so well and tender with the rice and peas. The candied yams were sweet and that Mac and cheese baked well! They will for sure get my money again!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Smothered Pork Chops, Candied Yams
The rasta pasta is phenomenal. Go early. Food sells out quickly
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Food was really good
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 Stars
The food at this Jamaican spot was absolutely amazing—it instantly took me back to when I visited Jamaica! I had the oxtails and white rice, and let me tell you, it was a 10/10! They never disappoint. The entire family is so sweet and welcoming, offering top-tier customer service. The atmosphere is a whole vibe—warm, friendly, and full of good energy. If you’re ever in the Jacksonville, NC area, do yourself a favor and show them some love. You won’t regret it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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