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 👌“

“New about this spot just took me a little time to finally stop in and oh my lawd it been missing out it’s truly amazing ?

Kid-friendliness: All Love ❤️

Wheelchair accessibility: No stairs street level entrance“

“Absolutely one of the best jerk chicken lunch I’ve ever had in years. My mother ate their Oxtail stew dish and it was delicious too. Full flavoured food with excellent quality & portion. Friendly helpful staff are also welcoming. I bought the fried whiting fish fillets and some fried chicken wings to take home. Will definitely be back again to eat all the other dishes! Yummy ? proper jerk chicken with rice & beans that were moist not dry like other places we’ve tried in Manhattan.

Wheelchair accessibility: Easy to access street level entrance that will accommodate wheelchairs and rollators. No steps inside the restaurant.“

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

“I always buy at this restaurant, but today was special. The curry chicken back was finger licking good. The chicken soup was also good. I wish you guys were closer to me at 241st. I highly recommend you guys. Keep up the good work and blessings always.“

“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!!“

“Great experience I’m so happy I stopped by. I loved how nicely I was treated, she was super genuine, gave me such great care. If you haven’t stopped by please do great atmosphere, great energy also the food is made well everything is fresh it’s a must try ! ?“

“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.“

“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.“

“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 recently visited Country Kitchen, and it was just okay. The food was decent, but nothing really stood out as amazing. The service was fine, but the overall experience didn’t leave a strong impression. It’s a solid choice if you’re looking for something casual, but I think there are other spots in the area that offer a bit more in terms of flavor and atmosphere.“

“Good authentic Jamaican food.“

“Great Experience, Beyond what was expected! Customer Service Wonderful! Very Gracious Kind Hostess, Patties Taste Like. A Bundle Of Jamaica you can tell this is Authentic Jamaican food & snack, Patties soft Coco bread soft warm and chewy and actually taste like coconut, Lentil Patties Ital very good, this is a staple for me now on no lie!“

“I stumbled on this nice little place during my neighborhood stroll. My impression of their team's service was outstanding. The dishes were incredibly tasty. This place has a unique feel to it. I rely on this spot regularly and think you might too.“

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

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

“My son Found this spot while we were hungry for some Dumplings ; Awesome!! They are great!! So we went again to thr restaurant , ordered Curry goat and more dumplings!! Wonderful!! Well worth the walk !! Will be back for more!!! Bless up!!????????????????“

“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.“

“I get so excited every time we get a chance to visit Oracabessa. This is my favorite go to spot for delicious, authentic, home style Jamaican food, that always hits the spot. Regardless the time of day, Breakfast, lunch, or dinner, they gotcha! The food tastes like someone has poured love and magic into every bite and the portion sizes are Nice! While I have my faves, I totally recommend you try everything and see for yourself.

Did I mention they always host fish fry’s? You’re so lucky to have found them, enjoy!“

“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.“

“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.“

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

“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 .“

“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.“

“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.“

“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 “

“The food is so good at this spot. I purchased a large oxtail lo mien, sweet chilli salmon and 3 natural juices (sour sop, ginger beer and sorrel). There price very affordable for what I received. I drove all the way from PA and I will definitely come back.“

“Delicious TENDER oxtails.“

“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“

“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 absolutely LOVE the food. I got a plate with oxtails, rice & peas, plantains and he makes sure your plate is full. Everything tasted like it was seasoned perfectly, the gravy was surprisingly light and delicious. I’m 1000% going back.
I sincerely doubt the bad reviews are from him, the plates aren’t even the same. I met his Mom too and she was really sweet! Made the experience even better ?

FYI: I took the picture below after a couple bites“

“AMAZING EATS, GREAT & FRIENDLY SERVICE, AND NICE SIZE PORTIONS!“

“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“

“Its been a really really long time since I had Jamaican food that made me want to rate it. This place is really, really good. I had the curry goat and the minute I opened up my box I knew it was going to be on point. I haven’t had the beef patties yet but I’ll be coming back soon !!“

“Goodd food, Good Service 👍“

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

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

“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!“

“There are many foods options to choose from, such as authentic Jamaican curry goat, tripe with beans and fried chicken are my faves - good portions with great taste. I swear someone's grandmother is in the kitchen putting in that work. I recommend this establishment and have gone back way over several times!!!“

“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 ????“

“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!“

“Jerk chicken this weekend was great. Time before this was terrible. I have been here several times and it is seemingly hit or miss. Depends on who cooked the food. Jerk chicken, cabbage and plantains. All delicious this time. Hopefully it can remain consistent as its a treat when its good.
Their plantains are always good.
Patties most times good…had a couple of misses. Too mushy on the misses. They actually don’t do too bad with mac n cheese which is a first for me from a WI restaurant. Its not great but its not at all bad.
Overall, we will continue to support. The cashiers are always very pleasant as well…especially the young man…he is refreshingly delightful. IYKYK when it comes to the Jamaican spots….“

“They don’t sell anything that I haven’t enjoyed , from a variety of soups , a full meal , small bites (fried whitening, festival, fried dumplings, porridge, etc ) I love ❤️ franks soup bowl“

“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.“

“Ordered fried chicken and beef soup, they didn't have the soup and I really appreciate the effort that was put into not just calling to update me but the extra step that Sherene took to call Uber Eats so I could be refunded. As always the food was delicious and very well packaged.“

“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.“