Jamaican Restaurants near Englewood, NJ

“Food was Goooood, so far we've tried a few Caribbean restaurants in the area...this by far the best.., so glad you had 2 veggie choices which we had 1 with each meal..will return. Hopefully the owner will offer Menus that has FOOD ITEMS AND prices on it, being able to see WHAT YOU ARE PAYING FOR IS IMPORTANT. YOU SHOULD NOT HAVE TO ASK about this“

“fine dining at its best 👌“

“More licentious mastication...
Cary was so amazing!
He made me feel like I was home.
I had the hungry artist (not on the printed menu), ox tail Philly cheese.
The food needs no explanation. Come hit up the local spot.
If you don't know
Now you know“

“Great service, price and food. And the music is awesome too.“

“CBS News Tv Host Kevin Frazier and I was craving some serious Jerk Chicken. This spot was BOMB

Jerk House is a hidden gem! The fried chicken could use a little more seasoning, but once I tried the jerk chicken and oxtail, it was game over. Both were cooked perfectly juicy, flavorful, and packed with that authentic island taste. The jerk had that smoky heat you can’t fake, and the oxtail was fall-off-the-bone tender. If you’re looking for real Caribbean flavor, this is the spot. OH LAWDDD“

“They are great at Big Daddies! I requested my favorite dish from there that appears as a special from time to time and they made an order for me, the music from the band was good, and they have the best gumbo I've ever had! I go here a lot and it's bc the food, atmosphere and service can't be beat!“

“I've been here a few times and the thing that keeps me coming back is the flavour of the dishes that I ve tried . It is consistent ! The chef cooks with love , you can taste it . This is one of those places I look forward to going to . Not because there is no other choice , but because The deliciousness stays on my mind . If you soo happen to find yourself here. Try the stew chicken with curry chicken sauce . Don't knock it until you try it .“

“Finally found my way to Juici Patties at the Bronx Terminal Boogue Down Food Hall tucked away in the back on the left hand side.
After from a friend picked up some at the zjuici Pattie Brooklyn location and show me some pictures and raved about them I had to get my hand on my own.
Let me tell you I was so happy that I did!

I ordered two chicken patties.
They were perfectly cooked with nice mini bits of chicken throughout and weren't soupy throughout like other patties are when you bite into them.
The patti was layers of super flaky crust and seasoned perfectly. Each bite melted in your mouth.
I will definitely be returning!!“

“I always have a great experience with the services that I’ve received and such excellent customer service and with such professionalism how their customer is treated I would recommend this company anyone, I’ve also recommended my family members because the service is always so excellent thanks again A McIntosh.“

“Good authentic Jamaican food.“

“Food is excellent. I wish it was a little bigger. Lunch time the line is long they need more room. In the back the cook need more room as well. Excellent seafood soup ,whole fish dinner must try. All the soups are great. Good food . Eat there 2 or 3 times a week.“

“Stopped by randomly, around 9pm. Nuff a the food were finished(sold out) but we got the pepper steak w/rice&peas and raw vegetables (shredded carrots and cabbage,love it!) and sweet chilie wings w/rice and peas. Firstly, rice and peas can eat by itself! Well nice!! She wanted oxtail but it was basically done but server(wish i got her name) gave us the few small pieces with the gravy to her rice. Looking forward to trying their curry goat. Represent Jamaican food lovely, support!!“

“Been coming to Melting Pot for years. The food is always solid and consistent. I haven’t tried anything from here that I don’t like. Jerk chicken and oxtail is always fresh and flavorful. They make a fresh pineapple ginger juice that’s amazing. Everyone I’ve brought here always enjoy the food.“

“My husband loves getting breakfast here when he is going to work. The food taste delicious and the staff is very polite. They offer jamaican cuisine. You can get curry chicken back, jerk chicken, fish, goat, oxtail, rice and peas, white rice, boiled food/ ground provision, steamed and fresh veggies, baked goods, festival, fritters, soup and porridge. This morning I got steamed calaloo & saltfish with fried dumplings and plantains. Hubby got white rice and curry chicken back. The restaurant can get a little crowdy and you may have to wait a few minutes to be served, but it's worth the wait. Also there is no parking lot available but you can find parking on the street easily. They also sell freshly squeeze juice. Overall I highly recommend them for breakfast, lunch and dinner.“

“the food is always great, never disappointed.“

“Good patty spot for a quick bite, one lady was manning the whole spot and she made your order quick. Beef patty crust was a little stale but other than that beef patty and price was good. Ordered and beef patty with cheese and a jerk chicken patty because they didn’t have curry chicken. Jerk chicken patty was perfect buttery soft crust with a good amount of chicken. Highly recommend for the quality and price they offer. Not giving five stars because the beef patty crust was a little hard to chew but other than that great spot“

“food is bussing!!!. love the customer service 👌“

“It's an amazing experience

Vegetarian options: Jamaican foodReggae AckeeJammin CalalooItal StewRastaman Tofu

Dietary restrictions: Cook to orders based on your specifications

Kid-friendliness: They love kids there and they love the games choices available

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes plus ada bathroom“

“I’ve been coming here recently and love their creative food options. The staff is very kind. I like that they offer samples to customers. The oxtail Mac and cheese egg rolls are a hit as well as the oxtail smash burger. Their chicken soup is also delicious too!“

“We went here for my birthday February 2020!!! The food, drinks and staff were AMAZING!!! I HIGHLY recommend this restaurant and can’t wait to go back! The oxtail, rice and peas, Mac and cheese...even the side salad and plaintains were PERFECTION. The customer service made us feel like we were at a resort restaurant in Jamaica, they made us feel like royalty.“

“Absolutely delicious. Had the oxtail plate and added Mac n cheese. Will definitely be back. Great seasoning I forgot to add the jerk sauce.“

“I’ve been coming here for years and they never disappoint! They serve quality and quantity as they welcome you with the island vibes !“

“We live in Pa but my husband works in Ny! So I call n place the order for him to bring the food home n I must say this is the best Jamaican food ever! They give you large portions, cabbage n rice always fresh, jerk chicken n oxtails is 💯 I will continue to buy from here & they are very friendly when you call to place order over phone!!“

“Its rare to go to a jamaican restaurant and they have a full comprehensive menu with all items available 7 days a week. In most places they only serve certain items on certain days. Everything is available everyday here. And the taste is top notch. From now on, I will come here everytime I'm in NYC.“

“This place man I used to hit here every morning my partner and I got breakfast, unfortunately the last cook left and this new guy gave me parboiled rice, I hate that stuff, overall the food is great get rid of that rice and it's a definite “

“This is a great place to eat. Vendors are friendly and food is really good. The j*** chicken was my favorite (really hot, yes!) and the rice is soft, well cooked. They also have a variety of salad mix. The potato salad was really good. I'm not a fish eater but even the seafood smell good. Price is reasonable, I think it's 9$ a pound but less money if the weight is less. It's definitely worth it.

Vegetarian options: They have a variety of mixes for salad.“

“The service is great pleasant people food good n service nice n hot Thanks“

“Delicious TENDER oxtails.“

“Hands down, the best Jamaican food in the 5 boroughs!

As a Jamaican and someone whose mother-in-law owned two restaurants, I don’t say this lightly — I’ve been searching for over 2 years for authentic, quality Jamaican food that hits all the right notes. Caribbean Sunshine Restaurant does just that!

The flavor, the care, the consistency — it reminded me of home. Real home. Not watered down, not overhyped — just honest, flavorful, soul-satisfying Jamaican cuisine done right.

I work in Manhattan, and it takes me about 40 minutes to get here. That should tell you everything — because it’s worth every single minute.

My only complaint is sometimes the music is too loud or the oxtail run out too fast,Lol, besides, I think I was maybe disappointed in the food once, just once, in 2 years.
Every other time has been 5 star!

I’m not easy to please, but I always leave full, smiling, and planning my next visit.

Thank You Rihanna and the rest of the staff!“

“I see a couple of reviews on here about staff rudeness, but honestly I walked in and greeted them and they were nice. They got my order right away. I maybe waited like 5 minutes in total (ordering and getting it out). Just don’t stand there like a zombie waiting to be attended to… As a Dominican and fellow Caribbean person, the food was delicious. Some Dominicans also add the bigger beans in our rice and peas (Moro de guandules), but that’s like a niche Caribbean thing. LOVE THAT. That’s how I know it’s authentic. I got jerk chicken with rice and peas, sweet plantain and cabbage, and I got a beef patty with coco bread for my son. The chicken was cooked well and was juicy and the rice and peas wasn’t mushy or overly dry. I didn’t even take a picture because it looked so good I just started eating once I got home. I would recommend this place to anyone who wants ACTUAL Jamaican food. It tastes like someone aunty made it after school or something.“

“Jumeieka NYC delivers an authentic taste of Jamaica with every bite. Highly recommended! The roasted coconut corn is a favorite of mine!“

“Goodd food, Good Service 👍“

“Talk about the best Jamaica restaurant in the Northeast Bronx. Whatever is on the menu, it’s finger licking. Good customer service . Fast service , you will be in and out .. They give you a lot of oxtail gravy lol . The steam fish , fry chicken and oxtail is a must when you go there .“

“This was my first time trying their food. I had the Curry Chicken lunch and dumplings (they were tasty after I reheated them). The CC, sweet plantain and cabbage were good! But I don't know why Jamaican restaurants only give you a table spoon of cabbage 😁. The rice was okay but a little dry even with gravy. The serve J. was nice!“

“First time . Got the jerk Rasta pasta and lawd the wait almost killed me but the FOOD was worth it?? can’t wait to go back and get more stuff off there menu a TRUE Caribbean truck BY FAR the best soul food I’ve had in the Bronx YET . DEFINITELY recommend ????“

“When I say these folks are genuinely kind-hearted, I mean it—it's a rare find to encounter a Caribbean restaurant where the staff radiates happiness instead of serving up an attitude. The prices here are quite reasonable, making it easy on the wallet. The portions are generous and satisfying, truly making every bite worthwhile. Everything is freshly prepared right before your eyes; I visited late at night and was pleasantly surprised to see the food still bursting with flavor and freshness. I wholeheartedly recommend this charming little shop; it's an intimate space that feels welcoming. All you have to do is stop by and experience it for yourself—trust me, it’s absolutely worth it!“

“Absolutely The Best Caribbean Food In Bergen Co.!!!“

“Vegetarian options: You can order a few solely vegetarian dishes but perhaps if you request a specific dish - it will be added permanently to the menu

Parking: You will have time to pick up your order provided you are not parked during street sweeping periods“

“Great food � really really great, I always stop in when I'm in queens and I live in Connecticut“

“I needed something different, and this definitely filled my need. The oxtail lo mein was beyond amazing. The taste was exactly what I was looking for. I 100% recommend this place. Tee was amazing from the moment we walked in with her friendly demeanor and upbeat personality. I ordered the large oxtail lo mein and the size is great! I had lunch for the day after. I will definitely go back.“

“Usually I don’t trust high ratings with only a few stars but I tried today while waiting on some work to get done and definitely left full and satisfied. Can definitely recommend their stew and fried chicken. Will be returning when next I’m in the area.“

“I like that they offer a $10 lunch special, including veg and plantain with a soda...but it's only chicken. But seriously...you not gonna oder just that! You gotta get a patty or festival or something else that catches your eye. I had the curry chicken (a little spice but good) and a beef patty, bc they were out of chicken. I ate almost everything...and I don't feel bad about it! Will visit again, but try to avoid the out of school kids.“

“Very good food, drinks (descent) and atmosphere. The owners are friendly and will accommodate you as much as possible. I remember my very first time going there it was my 2018 2nd Masters Graduation celebration. The owner surprised me with a nice setting with tables and covered chairs, great lighting and the aviance was breathtaking. My guest, family and I thought it was quite impressive. The prices are reasonable as well.“

“Gentleman attire counter was very polite and helpful. Had white rice with chicken curry and fried chicken. The fried chicken was very tasty. Went back tonight after work had rice and peas with curry goat gravy and fried chicken. I can easily say one of the best Jamaican spot I have tried over the year.“

“I've ordered several dishes from this place over the years... I have never been disappointed. Portions are decent, flavors are authentic, staff isn't rude & unwelcoming. I have OCD & I'm very picky about how I like my food plated... I know this can be annoying for some, but this place has never given me grief about it. We're paying for it, so oblige. All in all... I would highly recommend this restaurant.“

“The curry chicken and macaroni and cheese was the best I ever bought from a Jamaican restaurant. The food tastes so fresh. I didn't get kanisha telephone number but I will be back. Too bad I live in the Bronx. She gave excellent customer service“

“I Ordered the Large Oxtails and J*** BBQ Chicken . Both dishes were good and definitely worth the detour we took to get there. Oxails wasn't tough, it was almostmeltingin my mouth. The server was very nice and was ok with answering my questions. So service 5, taste food 5 but the decor of the store is definitely a 2. Don't get me wrong there is nothing wrong. it's a good store and I would definitely eat here a million more times.“

“I’ve worked near, passed by, and wanted to try the food here for years. It was also rumored that a former coworker was part owner of this restaurant/bar. I finally got a chance to stop by today and experience Jamaican food at its best. I ordered a pound of jerk chicken and a large curry chicken dinner to take home to the family. It took 90 minutes to get home and warm up the dinner and we were not disappointed. Authentic and flavorful is all I have to say. The staff was friendly and I hope they remember to tell Mike I said hello.“