MacKariba Kitchen

1080B Springfield Ave, Irvington
(973) 371-9200

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Oxtails Rice and Peas with Shrimp Rasta Pasta and Cabbage
Fried Chicken with Shrimp Rasta Pasta
Provisions Boiled Dumplings
Fried Sweet Plantains
Reggae Shrimp Pasta L
Brown Stewed Chicken
Okra and Salt Fish M
Callaloo & Saltfish
Ackee and Salfish L
Curry Goat - Medium

Breakfast
Ackee and Saltfish
Jamaica's national dish, blending the soft, buttery ackee fruit with savory salted cod, sautéed with onions, peppers, and spices. It's a flavorful and iconic Caribbean meal.
Callaloo and Saltfish
a Caribbean dish featuring leafy greens (callaloo) sautéed with salted cod, onions, and spices. It's a savory and nutritious meal often served for breakfast or lunch.
Salted Mackerel
a preserved fish cured with salt for a strong, savory flavor. It's typically soaked before cooking and used in various traditional dishes.
Okra and Saltfish
Caribbean dish combining tender okra with salted cod, sautéed with onions, tomatoes, and spices for a flavorful, hearty meal.

Soups
Beef Red Peas Soup
A hearty, spiced soup made with tender beef, red kidney beans, and vegetables like carrots and yam, simmered in a flavorful broth.

Lunch and Dinner
Braised Oxtail
Seasoned with fresh onion, garlic, allspice, thyme, ginger scotch bonnet pepper homemade and All-purpose seasoning. Slow-braised and cooked for 90 minutes Served with your favorite side.
Brown Stew Snapper (Large)
savory dish where snapper is marinated, fried, and simmered in a rich, spiced gravy with vegetables.
Curried Chicken
flavorful dish of chicken pieces simmered in a spicy, turmeric-rich curry sauce with onions, garlic, and potatoes.
Curried Goat
tender, flavorful dish where goat meat is slow-cooked in a spicy, aromatic curry sauce with herbs and spices.
Jerked Chicken
spicy, marinated chicken grilled to perfection, infused with bold flavors from a blend of Scotch bonnet peppers, allspice, and herbs.
Brown Stewed Chicken
savory dish where chicken is braised in a rich, spiced gravy with vegetables until tender.
Jerked Pork
spicy, aromatic blend of jerk seasoning and grilled to a flavorful, smoky perfection.
Sweet Chili Wings
crispy chicken wings coated in a tangy, sweet chili sauce with a hint of spice.
Sweet Chili Salmon (Medium)
salmon fillets glazed with a sweet and spicy chili sauce, then baked or grilled for a flavorful finish.

Sides
Festival (Large)
sweet, fried dough treats with a light, fluffy texture, often served as a side or dessert.
Fried Dumpling (Large)
crispy, golden dough balls with a soft, fluffy interior, typically served as a side dish or breakfast item.
Steamed Cabbage (Large)
light, flavorful dish where cabbage is sautéed with onions, carrots, and spices until tender.
Plantain (Large)
sliced and fried until golden and caramelized, offering a sweet and savory side dish.
Rice and Peas (Large)
savory side dish made with rice cooked in coconut milk with kidney beans, scallions, thyme, and spices.
White Rice (Large)
simple, fluffy rice cooked to a tender texture, often served as a staple side dish with various Caribbean meals.
Boiled Provision (Large)
medley of root vegetables like yam, sweet potatoes, and cassava, boiled until tender and often served as a hearty side dish.
Rasta Pasta
colorful pasta dish featuring creamy sauce with a mix of bell peppers, onions, and spices, often garnished with herbs and sometimes paired with jerk chicken or shrimp.
Mac and Cheese (Large)
rich, creamy dish with baked macaroni in a flavorful, cheesy sauce, often seasoned with Caribbean spices for extra depth.

Porridge
Cornmeal Porridge
creamy, spiced breakfast dish made from cornmeal, cooked with milk, cinnamon, and nutmeg for a comforting and hearty meal.

Patties
Chicken Patty (Large)
flaky pastry filled with seasoned, spiced chicken, offering a savory and flavorful snack.
Beef Patty (Large)
flaky pastry filled with spiced, seasoned ground beef, offering a savory and satisfying snack.
Vegetable Patty (Large)
flaky pastry filled with a flavorful mix of seasoned vegetables, offering a savory and satisfying vegetarian option.

Beverages
D and G
popular Jamaican soft drink known for its fruity flavors and refreshing taste, including varieties like cola, ginger beer, and pineapple.
Tropical Rhythms
Jamaican beverage line featuring a blend of exotic fruit juices, offering vibrant and refreshing tropical flavors.
Water
clear, odorless, and tasteless essential for hydration and maintaining life, making up a large percentage of the body.
Coconut Water
a refreshing, naturally sweet liquid found inside young coconuts, known for its hydrating properties and rich electrolyte content.
Ting
Ting is a popular Jamaican soda made from grapefruit, known for its tangy, refreshing citrus flavor.

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Recent Reviews

I’m so happy I came across this Jamaican restaurant! Every dish here is freshly prepared. Not sure who the chef is here, but give that man a raise! Lol….authentic Jamaican food is definitely a big plus for this location. They give you many options aside from their famous rice and peas with a side of chicken. They also have a variety of soups on their menu. Their prices are very fair and for that reason I will definitely be back, and this time for some good ol’ oxtails! The...
December 2024
This was my first time trying this spot after it was recommended to me and it did not disappoint! The food is delicious and the owner is friendly and welcoming. It was my first visit, but it won’t be the last.
October 2024
This was my first time trying this spot after it was recommended to me and it did not disappoint! The food is delicious and the owner is friendly and welcoming. It was my first visit, but it won’t be the last.
September 2024

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MacKariba Kitchen

1080B Springfield Ave, Irvington, NJ 07111
(973) 371-9200