Island Cafe Rock

515 E Elizabeth Ave, Linden
(908) 287-5473

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G. I.

I ordered an oxtail platter. You would think that with the way the food was expensive, the taste would’ve been better. The platter lacked flavor, and there was barely any jerk seasoning on the oxtail itself and the rice and peas. Very dry. The plate could’ve been better.

Marvilee Smith

Food was good - great service

Jennifer

Great service and food. The restaurant was very clean but empty. I’m not sure if it was the time that I went or what, but you always wonder when there isn’t a flow of traffic. Everything was excellent. My only issue is that it takes so long to cook the food. I was very hungry and it took about 30 minutes so that is something to keep in mind. The food was excellent and I plan on going back to try other dishes!

Missy Gone speak on it

Never again

Osamede Eweka

amazing taste and great service. Novy is a Allstar chef!

Andria Alvarez

Delicious, perfectly portioned! Highly recommend!

Jasmine Quintero

I really wanted to love this place unfortunately it’s not at all what it seems, when we walked in we waited 5-10min before someone actually came out to take our order. The woman was very nasty and not helpful at all when it came to ordering. My boyfriend and it waited 45 min for our food which we thought was going to be fresh but it was very disappointing, I think the food is very overpriced and the food is average, the oxtails were so small and not worth the money. For reference I order oxtail platter and 1 oxtail patty and 1 curry goat patty and a small Mac and cheese it came out to $50.

Therman Rouse

Awesome vibe

Joy Garner

Came up from NC for a funeral and we decided on Jamaican food for dinner tonight. There is space in there to sit down and eat if you like, but we decided to do carry out. My husband got the jerk chicken with peas and rice and cabbage and plantains. I got the oxtails with peas and rice and cabbage and plantains. The lady that took my order was very nice and friendly. The ambience of the place was warm and welcoming. Since I live in NC, I guess I could be a little bias because “I think” the food is just seasoned “differently” My husband did like the jerk chicken but it was a lil dry (the legs) and the oxtails were decent. The small oxtail plate was $20. No it wasn’t a lot but that was to be expected becuz they do offer a larger size. All in all, it wasn’t a bad experience, but I would’ve liked the food to be more “flavorful” & seasoned.

Jeremy Phillips

I saw this restaurant on Instagram. My mom is Barbadian and like her I love Caribbean food. The atmosphere is very nice and great service. The food delicious. The only minor critique is shrimp for rasta pasta was too small. Overall, lovely place & I definitely recommend ?.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Oxtail Rasta Pasta, Oxtail Patty, Fried Plantains, Mac & Cheese

Larayne Smith

I like it here! ?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Steamed Cabbage, Oxtail Rasta Pasta, Oxtail Patty

Roosevelt C. Gildersleeve

The food here is exceptional! Sticking to a strict diet usually makes dining out a challenge, but this experience was refreshingly different. The chef went above and beyond, personally crafting a meal that was not only compliant but absolutely mouth-watering. I enjoyed a perfectly grilled salmon in a rich coconut sauce, complemented by fresh vegetables and perfectly baked potatoes. I’m practically salivating just remembering the flavors! Without a doubt, I’ll be back soon.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Salad, Chicken Wings, Jerk Chicken with Rice&Peas, Curry Chicken with Rice & Peas, Steam Cabbage, Curry Chicken, Plane Rasta Pasta, Steamed Fish, Brown Stew Chicken, Steamed Cabbage, Oxtail Rasta Pasta, Veg Rasta Pasta, Brown Stew Fish Platter, Oxtail Patty, Fried Plantains, Curry Goat Platter, Jerk Chicken Platter, Beef Patty, Jerk Salmon, Jerk Chicken Patty

Willer Neus

The oxtail patty was amazing. The staff is very friendly and helpful.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Brown Stew Chicken

Deja Sabrina

Fresh & hot ! Good jamaican food & a Quick pick up for lunch ! Owner sweet too !

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Jerk Chicken with Rice&Peas

David B

I went in to order and the lady just stared at me like I shouldn’t be there. My apologies for bringing my business to your store. The food was okay nothing to rave about. The rice and peas was bland.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 1

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