50 Best Caribbean Restaurants near Union City

“Popped in for some food after hitting the pool - everything was so fresh. I got the fritura and was blessed with a massive portion of fried, fresh, incredible meats, cheese, and plantains. The chicken was so moist and juicy, the chicharron was deeply flavorful and had me floored; truly so fresh, tasted like a mama made it for me. My partner got the pernil and it was also incredible. 10/10!!!“

“Excellent Dining at Tropical Bar! It offers a delightful dining experience. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the food is outstanding. The service was exceptional, with a friendly and attentive waitress who made us feel very welcome.
Highly recommended! We'll definitely be back.“

“We truly enjoyed every drop. Gone in 60 seconds!! 😋“

“Definitely they offer good and fresh food, the delivery time accurate, if they tell you 30 minutes it is. Humble people, that restaurant cares about its customers. I’m very picky about eating and this is my third time ordering from this Restaurant, and The Brasa from this location on New York Avenue exceeded my expectations. 👍🏼😋👏🏼“

“The food is pretty good. I ordered the tres golpes. I asked for the eggs to be scrambled and they charged me extra, I thought that was greedy of them. I have a raw egg allergy, so I can’t eat eggs unless they are fully cooked. The mangu didn’t taste that fresh. Overall it wasn’t bad but wasn’t great.“

“Celebrated my birthday here best experience ever hospitality was amazing“

“My wife and I generally eat for five people, we ordered 4 small plates and 2 mains, still looking into dessert. Each dish had its own layer of perfection with unique flavors and exquisite presentation. I’d say a restaurant on its way to becoming Michelin…..bravo! Oh and the ole school hip hop added to the vibe. Enjoyed this dinner date immensely!👏👏👏👏😍😍😍😎😎😎“

“Great place, great environment and good vibes.😀“

“20% service charge automatically added no matter the party size. The shrimp I got still had the vein in them and that was off putting but the flavors were amazing in everything that we tried. The wings are very good and the pastas rich and creamy. The curry goat is savory while the oxtail is more on the sweet side. The food and drinks were good overall and I would go back. Music is great.“

“Tonight, the incredible NYC dining experiences continued at Kabawa -- the ridiculously delicious Caribbean inspired restaurant on the lower East side. 🔥

As remarkable as I look, the hospitality was top-tier -- the kind of service that feels like family. I really could eat there monthly, it was so relaxed, comforting, and delicious. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“

“This place was my wife and I first dinner reservation in the city during our trip. The service was so awesome I have to start there. Raya was amazing! She was a great server and went above and beyond taking my wife and I birthday pics. That elevated our experience in so many ways. The vibe and decor made the pictures standout. We love everything we ate, but the lamb chops were a standout.“

“Had an amazing experience! They are so accommodating and friendly! I can’t wait to go back ! Demmoy was amazing and so welcoming! One of the best experiences Iv had!“

“The food was great I went during food week. I had the salmon with garlic mash and broccoli. The meal also came with dessert and an appetizer. You can add a glass of wine for 5 dollars. For the appetizer I had the birria empanada my cousin had the island shrimp I believed it was called. The shrimp👍🏾👍, I wasn't crazy about the empanada. I would definitely revisit this place. Also the run punch definitely punches. Try it out.“

“so great! the french fries are amazing and it’s so calming and welcoming. all the food looks so delicious, and the ginger beer is to dieeee for! 😉😍😍😊 if you’re in the harlem area, it’s a must try, and you cannot skip.“

“I had a great time eating delicious food at your restaurant. My waitress name was Toya, she was committed to great service and was very friendly. The atmosphere was awesome and I definitely liked that you have a very modern style. Most importantly, every food and drink on your menu tasted great!“

“The moment you entered the staff very polite, music was definitely on point for the occasion and now the food which was delicious I had the pasta with the addition of oxtails and let me tell you never had it so tender and flavorful I mean it was slapping like the kids would say lol“

“Very impressed since they was decorating the place. I was passing by every day till they finally open and I desire to try the food, I was curious and also I’m not a vegan person. When I finally try that food I just got in shock. Super tasty, delicious, the Trinidad and Dominican Republic flavors- was so down the earth. So thankful to have them at the neighborhood, the service is excellent and Yesenia and her employees super professionals. The ambiance and decoration soo relaxing- I love the food and the service, how they welcome you, is hard to find a place like that. Highly recommended to everyone- vegan or not vegan- 🥗 the talent is there and I wish them success- nice location, sparkling clean - if you are looking for good food - this is your spot-“

“Great service, Great food“

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

“My cousin and I loved our experience, as this was our first time trying the food here. I'm not a take pictures of the food person, but the sweet plantain gnocchi and braised oxtails were amazing. I enjoyed the suya rib eye and espresso martini as well.

The vibe of the restaurant is super chill, we sat upstairs and the energy was great for a Friday night in Brooklyn.

Danielle and Jelani made our evening amazing with their service and we will definitely be back!“

“Beautiful place Great food and Great Drink's and the staff is excellent.“

“Ive been to Negril twice and they continue to blow me away with the great vibes, EXCELLENT food, and reallly interesting and fun drinks. I mean, if you wanna have a good night come here. You literally cant go wrong with anything on the menu but personally the jerk chicken pasta is still in my dreams. And our server Renae went above and beyond. She even shared the history of ackee and i thought that was so nice and gave us some to try with our meal. I mean i will 1000% be back.“

“Great local spot with great vibes, food and drink. Creative fusion as well. Luv the Oxtail Dumplings and Braised Rib Bao Buns!!!“

“Best roti I have ever had. This was one of my favorite food spots when I lived in flatbush. I always got the same thing. I am so sad that I moved two states away. Whenever I go back to Brooklyn I always stop by de hot pot and get some stock for my freezer 😋😋“

“The food is amazing. The jerk hash is so flavorful. The shrimp and grits…amazing. But the ginger fish…omg, next time I’m in New York I’m definitely coming back for that. The service was great too. The staff were a vibe. The DJ was also amazing. The way he mixed his sets were otherworldly.“

“The food was good, but they really need to do better about customer service. We had a party of Nine that wanted to dine-in. We were given no help only told us to put the table back after we moved them together ourselves to seat us. Luckily we dine in because we was missing a full order of Rasta pasta. My mom order okra and fish. We were missing the okra so they refunded me a dollar. As we were leaving the young lady approached me saying they gave her pumpkin that she didn’t order or want and asked for the dollar back. I was very surprised about that. As I said customer service was not up to standard.“

“I bought cupcakes, currants roll, cassava pone and sponge cake. The lines were long but the workers, worked swiftly and in an order so the waiting time was not bad at all. It's been about a couple of years since I've been to the restaurant( about 5 years ) or more the deserts were tasty, only one thing I wish were the same the size of the currants roll, they are cutting them very small and selling them cheaper than any other bakery I know. Next time I go back to Brooklyn I will make sure I have more cash to buy food and pastries. They don't take CARD of any kind, only CASH, CASH, CASH.“

“Great food! Big portions, finger-lickin good“

“I came across this place as I was walking up 9th Street soon as I walked in the music was great very inviting drinks very generous!!! I will definitely be having either brunch lunch or dinner here!!!“

“Yummy eats! Plantain sandwiches are bomb!“

“best fish and grits in brooklyn“

“I was unfamiliar with this restaurant, but my husband received a gift card from his colleagues at his retirement party. We came for Valentine's Day and were very pleased with the choice! We started with Old Fashioned and Fried Green Tomatoes. Perfect batter and crunch. The bacon jam gave the perfect amount of bite. Mr. TSwi had fish (sorry - no photo). I had the garlic clove stuffed filet. It was fork-tender and so delicious. Potatoes fried in tallow butter were decadent. We had the Bread Pudding for dessert - and the leftover for breakfast Sunday morning. Overall, great value for the quality of the food. Not ridiculously expensive. Not ostentatious (TSwi wore jeans and a blazer and was well-dressed compared to others.) We will look forward to coming back again soon.“

“I love going there i always get nice stuff and yes it's a 5“

“It’s become really hard to find consistently good jerk chicken these days. A lot of my former favorite spots have fallen off and with food like this, you can tell when the love and effort aren’t there anymore.
That said, this place absolutely nailed it. The jerk chicken was a home run perfectly seasoned, flavorful, and cooked just right. The rice and peas and the sides were just as impressive. If I lived closer, I’d honestly eat here every day. That’s how good it is.

The only small negatives were the packaging and the limited sauce, but truthfully, the chicken didn’t even need much extra. Overall, this spot is a definite hit.“

“Feels like a home cooked meal surrounded by friends and family.

The produce is fresh and meats are delightfully tender and flavorful. Love in every bite and always a new culinary experience meal to meal.

The cocktails are perfectly balanced and the poured drinks are a thoughtful pairing to any dish.

The menu is literally curated from top down and if you find yourself in a spicy moment start in the middle of the drink menu and work your up or down depending on how feisty you’re feeling.

10/10, would dine again… and you should too :)“

“Oxtail was a 10/10, absolutely amazing, and all the sides were great. I wasn’t a big fan of the brown stew chicken (the chicken itself was a bit dry), but the stew was rich and flavorful.
The atmosphere was perfect for a date night or a calm dinner. The owner’s wife even stopped by to let us know they have jazz on some Fridays and weekends, which was a really nice touch. They’re still new, so please be kind — but the FOOD WAS GOOD.We also tried the mango mint non-alcoholic drink, which was refreshing and delicious. Definitely worth checking out!“

““Delicious food and great service, compliments to the chef!” 👨‍🍳 🙌🏽👊🔥“

“This spot has won me over completely. Staff members performed with the excellence this place is known for. Despite beautiful plating, the food was overly salted. The menu covers various food categories. This place has earned our commitment.“

“Pleasant experience and beautiful place, nice drinks! Give it a try! Music, too! 🥂“

“Based on the name A&A Bake Doubles and Roti I figured I had to order some doubles so I got a veggie one for $3. They asked me a bunch of simple questions about what I wanted on it and I panicked and somehow got it with pumpkin which I hate. The doubles are pretty messy to eat so luckily they give you substantial napkins instead of those single ply deli ones. I also got an aloo pie for $2.50 which I've never had before and seems to be a donut with potato filling (an excellent invention for those of us who don't like sweet breakfast).“

“Awesome experience and the food was great“

“Try the codfish cakes. Scrumptious! Curry is always good and oxtails are braised perfectly. The food is savory and seasoned well. Love the comfort on the restaurant, great place to try out some Antigua cuisine. The menu has American food also. I highly recommend Cafe Metro.“

“We ordered a pretty large takeout order and the food was incredible! My Dominican and Mexican parents can be really picky so we were really nervous. They loved the Moro and yucca in particular. All the meats were really good and our favorite was the pork and ropa vieja. The only thing (not well pictured) we weren’t a fan of was the tamale but one thing out of so much hardly bothered us. Stuffed avocados with shrimp ceviche will be something I always remember. Delivered with care and I’m sure we will order in the future again.“

“I found this restaurant on Tik Tok and I’m sooo glad I did! I had the best oxtail I’ve probably ever had!!! Thoroughly satisfied with my experience and will be sure to go again whenever I’m in the area!! 🤌🏾“

“Had the Turkey wings with rice & peas,steam veg & plantains.it was amazing..bess food.food lick“

“I go here often for lunch. Plenty of variety, and fairly quick service. I always get the ribs from Tejas + kids mac n cheese. Everything else was good too, but the Thai food here is lacking (they used italian pasta for the pad see eew (not rice noodles) and pasta was very al dente both times i tried here). Havent seen if they improved for that restaurant yet but I always come back for Tejas!“

“Excelente lugar para compartir en familia , rica comida“

“I have been buying from Suzys since they opened and they have NEVER disappointed me. The food is top notch and the service is an example to all Caribbean restaurants. I love this place. I buy a tray of goat for my Thanksgiving meal EVERY YEAR and it's always on point. I hope this place stays open as long as I live. I literally recomment everything on the menu. Thank you Suzys!!!“

“This is THE spot. Jerk chicken is some of the best I've ever had. There's a good char that's smokey and flavorful without any bitterness. The spice is a warm heat with the right amount of sweet. Rice and peas cooked incredibly well, not dry at all. And the cabbage is perfectly tender not mushy. There patties are low-key solid. Curry Chicken is a bit better than the beef in my opinion opinion. But the crust on all is flakey and the filling is flavorful with good spice.

I've tried the fried chicken and macaroni both good but not worth getting. I just got for the jerk chicken platter and patties“