50 Best Caribbean Restaurants near Arverne

“I'm visiting from Va. and I must say the food is good!!!!“

“Today, I decided to stop and try this restaurant. I walked in and asked about the menu, the lady at the bar help ( very beautiful). I decided on a chicken roti. When I got home and opened my package I was surprised at the size (huge) and the taste ( delicious). I will be back. 🥰“

“Visited for the first time on 11/21. Hostess greeted us and was very nice. The food was great, flavorful, not too spicy, thank God! Our server was not the greatest, however, Kio stepped in and made us feel welcomed. He recommended the sorrel rum punch and it was a hit. Overall a great experience and I'll definitely be going back.“

“OMG!!! Everyone needs to dive into the flavor of Cookerz Blend, one of Queens hidden gem on 217-84 Hempstead Ave. From the moment you walk in, you're not just a guest, you are family!!! The warm welcome from both staff and fellow diners sets the stage for an unforgettable experience. I was like, "why is everyone clapping?" Prepare your taste buds for a rollercoaster ride of deliciousness! One visit was all it took for me to fall head over heels for their mouth watering menu. Whether you're craving oxtails, irresistible jerk chicken, or hmmmmm... theeeee honey-glazed salmon that's seasoned to perfection, Cookerz Blend delivers every time! Ha, there's more, you should taste their rasta pasta, it's so divine... heavenly! Oh yes, the fried chicken wings that practically melt off the bone with each bite. oh, oh, oh, and let's not forget about the pepper steak and the curried goat - juicy, tender, and bursting with flavor. Even if you fancy yourself a kitchen whiz like myself, Cookers Blend culinary magic will keep you coming back for more. They kept pulling me back in, like what the hell is their secret ingredient? With each visit, I'm not just dining out, I'm embarking on a flavor filled journey that's keeping me hooked. Don't take my word for it, experience it for yourself, trust, you'll thank me later. Prepare to become a lifetime devotee. Thanks to ALL the staff, you got a lifetime customer!“

“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!“

“Godbless Yaya the owner she is very joyful and very compassionate about her customers and neighborhood,I seen this first hand,May she continue to flourish in God's name and continue to break barriers thru God anything is possible yaya..thank you soo much💯💯💯💯💯🥰🥰🥰🥰“

“Good food all the time“

“I will give this place 10 stars…. I placed a huge order for my cousin repass dinner.. the food was amazing..curry goat.. pumpkin.. roti… I will def recommend this place for events… The owner is amazing very friendly.. D ROTI HUT IS THE BEST IN QUEENS!!!!!???“

“We had a great experience at this spot. The food was authentic Trinidadian and Caribbean comfort at its best. From morning till night, they’re serving up delicious, flavorful dishes that really hit the spot. We tried a mix of classic eats, and everything was packed with taste – you can tell it's made with care. The place itself is small and simple, but that just adds to the charm. It’s no-frills but totally satisfying.“

“The food here is amazing, fantastic even I would say the best. The Chicken Fried rice is really good and has tons of flavor with it without or without it's sauce.“

“Everything so delicious, so tasty, fantastic catering for family funeral event, everything well packaged and delivered properly, my guest had very happy bellies.“

“Had a fabulous experience with server Gina very attentive and accommodating. Jamar was customer courteous and was fantastic. 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾“

“Sheldon was great at helping me order. His customer service skills are above and beyond geared towards making the customer have a great experience. He's a gentleman and knowledgeable to answer any question about the menu. The jerk chicken.. to die for; very delicious. The rice and salad were very tasty complements. I would highly recommend eating in or ordering to go at Jerk King.“

“Good breakfast Good lunch and good dinner“

“The most authentic Jamaican restaurant in nyc..firstly i must compliment the staff for their friendly demeanor, and welcoming smiles A+. Secondly, the food omg ,well seasoned to the bone, finger licking good, the presentation of the food is absolutely attractive and price is unbeatable very cost efficient, with full portion, the restaurant front is clean A+.
It was an honor to support this gem and will be back. When in NYC make RyRy’s kitchen the #1 go to restaurant.. Chefs kiss.“

“Love it !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!“

“The food was exceptional and scenery was great. We had a party of 14 and everything went smoothly.“

“Visited from Orlando,Florida and was in the mood for some Guyanese homemade food for brunch. We ate here and they had a wide variety of food options from doubles, cook up, bake and salt fish and various curries paired with The best tasting roti I have had in a long time. We ended it all off with some very tasty Pastries that are homemade in store. The owner Serita is very hospitable and made sure we had everything and that we were well taken care of! If you are ever in the Queens/Long Island area I highly encourage you to stop in for a hearty meal“

“good food the most amazing jerk chicken and the best drinks“

“Service & taste. We (group of 12) served by Seeta & Rebecca. Seeta did a great job by carefully taking our orders with special requests. All went very well & we were all pleased with the overall experience of taste & the service we’ve received. Will definitely be back for the great food.“

“We were greeted by a welcoming employee, who was so patient and gracefully as we reviewed all the food options. We ordered three different meals: curry chicken w/white rice, jerk chicken w/peas& rice, jerk salmon w/peas&rice. All of the food was delicious! The portions were plentiful and reasonably priced. We will always support a business with excellent customer service and even better food.“

“Лучшее место в Москве чтобы томно провести вечер.“

“5 Stars-Tha Café

Tha Café is a whole vibe. The moment you walk in, it just feels good—comfortable, stylish, and full of positive energy. Whether you’re coming to chill, eat, or catch a vibe, this place sets the tone right every time. It’s got that real West Indian flavor, both in the food and the atmosphere.

The owner is cool and welcoming, makes you feel like you're part of the fam. The bartenders are fast, friendly, and on point—no long waits, no bad attitudes, just good people doing what they do best.

And the food? Fire🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥. Seasoned to perfection, fresh, and full of flavor. You can tell it’s made with love. This ain’t no basic menu—every bite delivers. It’s that kind of food you think about the next day.

Tuesdays between 4 PM and 2 AM—that’s when the spot really comes alive. Good music, good people, good energy. And weekends? Always lit. If you know, you know.

Tha Café is definitely a go-to. Comfortable, attractive, welcoming… everything a great restaurant/lounge should be. If you’re in the area and haven’t pulled up yet, you’re missing out.
QGTM

Julian 226st“

“Awesome experience and the food was great“

“Cleanness, quietness, a relaxing environment, friendly, generous, reasonable prices, delicious food. I just can't believe that all these great quality located in a tiny place right here in Franklin Square 💖 it's just unbelievable !!!“

“I fell in love with the food …“

“Had a chance to order from the bosses , The energy exuding from them like I was at my aunty house waiting for Sunday dinner !! great hospitality good music to listen to while you wait for your food and made fresh to Order who can beat that . You’ll love it“

“The host was very nice. Food was on point and tasty.“

“Food was delicious and on point“

“Best food ever!!!! We couldn’t be more grateful to have found such an amazing place! Very authentic and flavorful. Not only does everything taste amazing, it’s always hot when delivered and even their fries stay crispy!!! A+ restaurant!!!!“

“I was served by Bill and he had amazing customer service and cooking skills!!! I loved the food so much defs coming back ❤️❤️❤️“

“Nice place to unwind and enjoy great service from the awesome bartender's Shorn and Linval. Those drinks are amazing very punching. (Rum Punch)“

“I recently visited this restaurant/lounge and was thoroughly impressed. The ambiance is absolutely top-tier chic, welcoming, and perfect for everything from a casual night out to a special occasion. The lighting, music, and overall vibe create a relaxed yet upscale atmosphere that makes you want to stay a little longer.

The food was also quite good. Each dish was well-prepared, flavorful, and beautifully presented. You can tell care goes into the menu…the overall quality definitely exceeded expectations.

Service was attentive without being intrusive, and the staff helped make the experience smooth and enjoyable.

Highly recommend for anyone looking for a spot that combines great vibes with solid food and drinks. I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“awesome place to eat very clean“

“𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 ⚠️ 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗱𝘂𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲𝗱 𝗻𝗼𝗻-𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗺𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀. 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 48 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀. 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗯𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗯𝗼𝘅 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁. 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗱𝗼 𝘀𝗼 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗶𝗿𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲. 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗯𝗼𝘅 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁👇“

“Great addition to the elmont community
The food and service are always on point and the staff is friendly- efficient and professional.
Love the fact that I can order weekly meal plans for my college students. Delicious and healthy meals!!“

“I went in expecting dinner. I left questioning the very concept of reality.

First, the building itself seems to have been constructed in a parallel universe where architects hate humans. The walls were misaligned, the ceiling sagged like it was mourning, and a single, flickering light overhead created shadows that seemed to whisper, “Why are you here?” The entrance mat was sticky—like a portal designed to trap souls. My shoes protested violently as I stepped on it, and I briefly considered amputating my feet just to escape the adhesive horror.

Once inside, the air assaulted me. It smelled like wet newspapers left in a closet with a single shoe and the faint regret of a thousand broken dreams. My lungs burned, my sinuses flared, and I swear I could hear the air itself groaning in despair. A ceiling fan rotated at the speed of glacial movement, stirring despair into the already tragic atmosphere.

I sat down on a chair that had clearly been passed down from the Stone Age. When I shifted my weight, it emitted a series of sounds—cracks, pops, groans—that could be interpreted as a complex language of suffering. The table wobbled like it was testing my patience. There were stains on the surface in patterns reminiscent of ancient constellations—but instead of stars, they were old spaghetti sauce.

The menu looked like it had been printed during a war. Pages were torn, faded, damp, and one was inexplicably sticky with something I refused to identify. The handwriting of the specials appeared to have been scrawled by a frenzied raccoon in a creative rage. Dishes included “Mystery Meat Surprise,” “Something That Probably Was Once Food,” and “Chef’s Emotional Breakdown Platter.”

I chose the safest item: soup. The bowl arrived lukewarm. The liquid quivered as if it had consciousness, and the aroma was simultaneously pungent, metallic, and vaguely apologetic. I took a sip and experienced a flavor so complex that my brain short-circuited: notes of sadness, despair, and wet cardboard intermingled with a hint of existential dread. I pushed the bowl away and wept quietly into my napkin.

Attempting to use the bathroom was another saga. The door would not open without a Herculean effort. The floor was sticky. The sink produced a trickle that sounded like a dying animal. The mirror was scratched and fogged, making me look like a character from a psychological horror movie. The toilet barely functioned. I am certain the plumbing was designed as a social experiment in futility.

The staff, when they appeared, moved as if they were in slow motion, trapped in a parallel reality where human interaction was optional. Asking for water took fifteen minutes. Asking for the check took twenty-three. My existence was tested. My patience was burned to ash.

When finally escaping, I felt sunlight as if it were a spiritual intervention. Birds chirped in joy. I collapsed on the sidewalk, grateful to be back in the real world.

If this place were a movie, it would be “The Neverending Nightmare: Restaurant Edition.”
If it were a natural disaster, it would be on the Richter scale of 12.
If it were a lesson, it would be “How to Permanently Question All Life Choices.”“

“The spot adds fun elements to dining. The personnel showed exceptional accommodation with impressive service. This place stood out from others. The prices are very customer friendly, and the food is very fresh. This quality of service gets my full recommendation.“

“Food was really good and so was the service. The atmosphere was not necessarily kid friendly, but more for young adults. There were a lot of smokers, which I don't like to be around. And though the air wasn't working, it was comfortable.“

“I love this Guyanese Restaurant. Everything I’ve purchase is absolutely delicious. From the Blanjee aka Eggplant and Shrimp to the Curried fish with Mango . You will not be disappointed Folks.The food sell out quick so get your order in before 3pm??? Belly always satisfied when I get my eats from here ooh and the Fish soup is Superb??

Vegetarian options: Long Bean , Eggplant , Okra served with choice fish Shrimp or just veggies delight“

“We catered from Trini Bites for a brunch with friends to celebrate our recent wedding. Working with Renee was an absolute pleasure. From start to finish, she was attentive and responsive. We knew we wanted to cater Trini food as my husband is Trini and I felt the stakes were high to make sure everything went well! And Renee delivered on every front.

The food was an absolute smash hit -- no tray was left untouched or unpolished, and we even sent folks home with to-go containers as they loved the food so much. Particular favorites were the stew chicken, the buss up shot, the mini doubles, and the curry chana and potatoes. Renee made sure that our dietary preferences were met, which was no small feat as we had vegetarians, vegans, kosher-observant (no shellfish), and halal-observant (no pork or pork byproducts) in attendance!

If you've ever been curious Trini food or simply want to serve something different for your party or gathering, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend working with Renee and Trini Bites at all.“

“Food was excellent one of the best pachownie I've had in a while. It would've tasted better with the dahl puri I requested but didnt get 😔 . The vegi fried rice and chowmien was also great. The butter flap was fresh ! Very friendly in there !“

“I've been to Veggie Castle plenty of times and it's honestly amazing soul/caribbean-style vegan food. If you sometimes crave familiar flavors from previous non-vegan days, you should give it a try. The vegan fish, bbq chick'n legs, kale, mac & cheese, ginger chik'n, and BBQ jackfruit sandwiches are some of my favorites that I've tried.“

“Cabana in Forest Hills has that lively, island vibe — upbeat music, friendly service, and food that feels like a mini getaway. I ordered the chuleta de cerdo (pork chops) with rice, black beans, and tostones. The sides were delicious — and lucky me, the tostones came with a garlic dip, which I happily used to give my pork chops the extra kick they needed 😉. I was hoping for a bit more Dominican-style flavor from the pork, but overall, a solid spot for good vibes and Latin comfort food done right.“

“Thank you is the least I can say to Tropical Isles to show my appreciation for all you’ve done for my daughter’s wedding. I’ve had 450 happy people who couldn’t stop talking about how great the food was, I must say I’m very happy to choose Tropical Isles to catered my wedding, from the 7 curry to the delicious sweets, one family member who describe it as a slam dunk, grand slam. I was very impressed with all the food prepared and served at the wedding venue in New Jersey, tropical isle went above and beyond to take the stress away from us and give us the time to celebrate our wedding with our guests. I will most definitely recommend tropical isle for any event big or small.“

“singh's totally exceeded my expectaions! the atmosphere is amazing, having a night-club vibe in the bar area, and a little section woth a man selling his perfumes and what not. service was exellent, the employees were very attentive and fast with making the food.“

“i had the most delicious cheese straws from them took me back to my childhood. Dan also makes the MOST AMAZING black cakes.“

“Good good sometime drinks all way rite satinfood need work“

“The food is well prepared, pleasantly served. Tasty, and with quite a selection of items for a place of it's size. They will combine different food items to suit your taste. Sometimes I don't know what I want, so I'll say "hook me up." I've never been disappointed!“

“I've only had breakfast food and it was delicious. Sometimes the saltfish is a hit or miss. sometimes the cook throws a little seasoning in which makes it taste so much better and sometimes they don't and it just taste like reg saltfish. Otherwise food is yummy!“