50 Best Caribbean Restaurants near Arverne

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

“Came there on my lunch break I wanted to stay but I couldn’t. But when I say the food was good. I didn’t have chow mein taste so good in a long time. The curry goat was flavorful tender with the right spice. Roti freshly hot and buttery. My drink I can order three more . I’m trying to come back over the weekend lol“

“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“

“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 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!!!!!???“

“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💯💯💯💯💯🥰🥰🥰🥰“

“Seriously fantastic food. The bustup shot Roti and curry was amazing. Considering how insanely popular and crowded the place was it ran very smoothly. I only gave it 4 stars for atmosphere because you can't be that busy and popular and it be a really relaxed environment 😀. The kiosk when you walk in is super convenient and the order comes out right there or you can wait in the crazy line to see everything on offer.

The people working there are really friendly and nice and handled the insanity so well.

Best bustup shot Roti I've had in ages.“

“Good food all the time“

“Bought the cheese roll, fish curry, chicken curry, roti and korilla (bitter melon). It was excellent!! I want to come back to try the other curries though. The menu is different from weekend and weekday just so I'll have to visit again for the goat curry. Thank you tropical revive.“

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

“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.“

“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.“

“This is a tiny modern Caribbean kitchen spot in Jamaica, Queens. They are serving up a nice mix of classic Jamaican dishes along with some healthy salads, soups, and interesting options like coconut rice. Large orders can expect a longer wait time so order those in advance!

Rasta Pasta with Shrimp 9/10
The pasta is creamy and a little bit more than al dente which I like. There was a lot of shrimp and it was seasoned perfectly and cooked just enough so that it stayed moist and tender!

Rasta Pasta with Salmon 9/10
This is an excellent deal for salmon and pasta! The salmon is soft, fresh, with sweet sauce to complement the savory flavor. It's a perfect mix of healthy and heavy food.

Curry Goat 9/10
Perfectly spiced, savory with medium curry strength and the meat was super soft and falling off the bone.

Soup of the day 8/10
This is an excellent chicken soup. The broth is thick and savory. The chicken is falling off the bone. Chunks of potato and carrot to top it off. Lots of flavor!

Jerk Chicken Sandwich 8/10
It's spicy and reasonably priced and it comes with some slaw. I think it could be dressed up a bit but it's good.

Kale Salad 8/10
It's a healthy and delicious mix of greens and veggies like cucumber, tomato, mango, corn.

Braised Slow Cooked Oxtail (Large) 7/10
I'll have to try this again because when I got it, the oxtail wasn't falling off the bone like I expected. I think it needed more time in the slowcooker. It also needed some more spice.

Yard Style Jerk Chicken (Large) w/ rice and peas 7/10
The chicken is juicy with mild spice and the container was packed but I think the rice and peas was dry. The coconut white rice is better. Plantains were great.“

“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.“

“Awesome experience and the food was great“

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

“Good breakfast Good lunch and good dinner“

“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“

“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“

“Never been disappointed with the food from New Thriving Restaurant here on 120-12 Liberty Ave. Queens!!! Can't get enough of the Jerk Chicken LoMein or Garlic chicken chow mein!!! Not to mention they serve you man size portion plates and with friendly/pretty smiles... I'm giving them 5 Stars on the food and service alone!!“

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

“Great food , excellent drinks and even better service. will be going back. Tell A friend“

“Лучшее место в Москве чтобы томно провести вечер.“

“10/10! Super friendly staff and everything was delicious. I went in anticipating oxtails but they were out, so I opted for jerk chicken, Mac and cheese and rice and peas. Literally the most flavorful rice and peas I’ve ever had! Mac was tasty and well seasoned and the jerk chicken was the perfect blend of tang and spice. I looked forward to having leftovers but ate the entire plate in one sitting. Will definitely be back :))“

“The large catering order last minute food was delivered on time, and his staff loved it“

“I had the Bulgur with spinach (Lalo and blè) at Tati Jo’s, and it was absolutely delicious — perfectly seasoned, fresh, and full of flavor in every bite. The dish tasted homemade but elevated, the kind of food that makes you feel both satisfied and cared for. On top of that, the customer service was outstanding: friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. Tati Jo’s is the kind of place where the food and the people make you want to come back again and again.“

“Very pleasant experience, called at the last minute for a group of 12 and was accommodated. Sandy is very welcoming and personable and amazing multi tasker. Favorites- jerk salmon, fried snapper, strong back porridge, oxtail n grits, curry goat. Least favorite - fry chicken n waffles.“

“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!!!!“

“awesome place to eat very clean“

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

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

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

“Nolan is very professional and communicates with. I booked him for catering and staff to help with my daughter sweet 16. He is nice and so was his staff. The food hands down was Excellent! No food gone to waste. It was more than enough for my guests. Highly recommended“

“Amazing food! Will be back“

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“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.“

“I fell in love with the food …“

“This is one of the very popular restaurant in Jamaica Avenue Queens deserve authentic food and The Taste is really very nice they are very popular for rotis for chicken goat and fish the the make the food of Guyanese Trinidadian West Indian and Caribbean lot of people all over New York coming here to have food this is really very popular restaurant and the people who were working here really very nice and good people highly recommended don't miss this opportunity check out“

“Great service and great energy she showed me love for my birthday 4:4 thank you bria“

“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.“

“I just tried the oxtail Mac n cheese and it was a hit. Reminded me of my own I make at home that takes hours. I caught the special for $5 which is a steal. Night pepper steak too. Tender with a hint of spice. Added curry chicken gravy on the rice.
I will definitely be back to try the jerk chicken sandwich on cocoa bread with jerk sauce.“

“Came here for last minute dinner. Was not bad. I dropped a star because unfortunately because they gave me someone's else order. I understand it was super busy but that's a no no in my book. Othet wise the paella was to die for. Seafood was nice and fresh. Great string drinks.“

“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!“

“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.“

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

“I come here every single time I come home from JFK. They have everything from sandwiches to a juice bar to pastries to a buffet where you can tell them which items you want them to add to your container. My favorite is the “wings” which have an actual stick in them to mimic a real wing. Updated from previous review on 2026-01-07“

“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“

“Delicious Caribbean food. The portions are very generous. The BBQ chicken wings were crispy and delicious 😋. They make a mean cabbage pickle flavored with habanero 🌶 that is a flavor explosion. The staff is wonderful. I am coming back for the meatballs 🥳. IMHO This place needs more recognition.“