50 Best Caribbean Restaurants near Arverne

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

“I loveee it here! Our server immediately came over to us to take our order, was attentive, other staff checked in on us, I’m not sure if it was the chef or owner but he came over and spoke to my partner and gave us some good vibes.
We had a curry shrimp roti and a curry chicken roti and the chicken was sooo well cooked and seasoned omg, I loved the curry shrimp roti just as well. We will definitely be back.“

“If you're looking for an unforgettable dining experience, Lilli is an absolute must-visit. From the moment you step through the door, you're greeted with a warm, sophisticated atmosphere that sets the stage for something special.
The menu is a masterclass in flavor and presentation. Every dish we tried was crafted with obvious care, using fresh, high-quality ingredients that really allowed the natural flavors to shine. The balance of textures and the creativity behind the flavor profiles were genuinely impressive—it’s rare to find a place that hits the mark on every single course.
What really elevates the experience, though, is the service. The staff was incredibly knowledgeable, attentive without being intrusive, and clearly passionate about what they do. Our waitress made us feel genuinely welcome and provided excellent recommendations that perfectly complemented our meal. The manager even came over and greeted us showing how much their guests are appreciated. Big shout out to the staff the experience was indeed memorable.
Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just want a top-tier meal, Lilli delivers on every front. It’s rare to find a spot that combines such high-level culinary execution with such a comfortable, inviting vibe. I’m already looking forward to my next visit! Thank you for an exceptional 1st time experience.
PS - my nephew is already asking to come back lol before he leaves to go back to his country. See you soon.“

“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!“

“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!“

“Czen is one of my favorite restaurants. The food, service and atmosphere is always great and the staff makes you feel welcome at every visit. The rum punch is a must have drink, and you can’t go wrong with any of the food options.“

“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!!!!!???“

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

“Dey have rell ting fuh so an d place does always be busy, wid d occasional bacchanal behind d counter an in d kitchen, so yuh kno yuh gettin ah gud food.

Triniciti pholourie bowl have d biggest pholourie I ever see in my life (d ting properly sauced down too), issa must. Plain doubles ong is d best. Saltfish pie euphoric but is d fresh bake n shark daiz justice. Meat in d curry goat roti was a lil on d tough side, but other than that, fantastic (excellent dhalpuri, curry sauce, pumpkin, aloo, chana, bodi)!

If you've never visited and plan to stop by as a walk in customer, join the line/queue to place your order at the hot food counter (a staff member will greet you). There are several menus posted on the walls (some are on pieces of paper, then there's a huge menu above the area where the staff prepares/boxes up the orders).

After you place your order with a staff member they'll prepare/box it and send it over to the cashier. All you have to do is stay in line and wait until you get to the register to pay for your order.

While you're waiting in line, there's bread (hops, coconut bake, sada roti, etc), pastries, desserts (cassava pone, etc), and snacks (tunnock's milk chocolate caramel wafers, big foot, cheezees, tamarind ball, etc) that you can take to the register to add to your order.

There's also currant rolls, pepper sauce, red mango, plum, cherries, coconut drop, (i think i saw toolum?), etc, BEHIND the counter too! So if you see those items and you want to add them to your order, just let the cashier know when you get to the register.

There's cold beverage fridges behind the cashiering counter, so you can get a cold drink (homemade sorrel, mauby, peardrax, ginger beer, seamoss punch, peanut punch, etc).

If you're in line, please don't skip anyone, you might (will most definitely) get cuss by other customers, on top of which you will be politely asked to leave by staff (there's a rule about it, posted quite visibly on the walls).

If you don't want to stand in line or the ordering experience is a little overwhelming during your first visit because it's busy, you can place and pay for your order at one of the kiosks (there's 2 of them to the front of the restaurant). Then you can wait, either seated or standing, to collect it at the kiosk/pick up area which is right next to the kiosks (they'll call your name).“

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

“This is the best food I’ve ever had, and without a doubt, I would come back a thousand times over! The atmosphere is absolutely beautiful, and the service was a 10/10. Everything was amazing! ✨
They have the best chef !“

“Just an Asian guy commenting. Been to Austin, Dallas, Houston, New Orleans, Atalanta, and this place is up there in terms of flavor and texture. Wings are amazing. So surprised of wings, hit the spot. Mac and collard greens will satisfy as well. But wings are 🫰🏼🫰🏼“

“Good food all the time“

“awesome place to eat very clean“

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

“Awesome experience and the food was great“

“We used RyRy’s Catering for an office party, and everything was outstanding from start to finish. The food arrived right on time, which made our setup stress-free and allowed our event to stay on schedule. The food was amazing, and everyone was raving about it!

The cashier was so kind when we inquired about catering for our event, and the owner was incredibly helpful over the phone and through email. We will definitely be ordering again for future events.

Thank you, RyRy’s, for the amazing food and exceptional service!“

“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“

“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.“

“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!!“

“First time visited. The food, service and ambiance were great. They have roof top dining which is what we did and the customer service was amazing. My drink was delicious, the food came quick and was hot and music was good also. The only thing I didn’t like was the smoking because I’m not a smoker but I guess that’s what the roof is for. Over all I liked it.“

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

“Every dish I ordered during multiple visits was excellent. Bigan, pumpkin, katahar, Roti, bake and fine shrimp.“

“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.“

“Wonder in Hoboken is a great option when everyone is craving something different. The menu offers a wide variety of cuisines all under one roof, making it easy to satisfy different tastes in one order. The food was fresh, flavorful, and prepared quickly. I always order the salads because they are consistently fresh, generously portioned, and packed with flavor. The convenience, variety, and overall quality make Wonder a solid choice for takeout or a casual meal. I'd definitely order from there again.“

“They're serving up incredible Haitian cuisine and the vibe is just as good as the food. We had turkey, pork, goat, fish, black rice, all so fresh and flavorful! Trust me, it's worth it. That rum punch is delicious but sneaky strong, so pace yourself! They've got a bar, tables, host events, run weekend specials, and even had a DJ the night we went. Perfect for brunch, date night, or a girls' night out. The food just kept coming and I had to take so much home because I couldn't finish it all. If you're local, this is your sign to check them out!“

“Good breakfast Good lunch and good dinner“

“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!!!!“

“Is the food good? Yes. Can you get equally flavorful rice with beans and meat somewhere else for a lower price? Yes. Also, suggestion for the restaurant, I'm not sure if that corn based sauce that comes out with the Yuca frita is authentic to Cuba but some good ol garlic and olive oil mojo would be way better.“

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

“Excelente lugar para compartir en familia , rica comida“

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

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

“I ordered the curry chicken and white rice for my son and ordered cow foot soup for myself. The curry chicken was seasoned well and tasted delicious. The cow foot soup was ok, I’ve had better but it was still decent. Not sure if I would order it again. They also have great lunch special options to choose from that also includes a drink. You’ll definitely get good value for your money when you order here.“

“If there’s a line… it moves pretty quickly.. so if you’re a first timer….they may not be too Patient. Food was good tho. Because they have a lot of repeat customers, I think they forgot that customer service is what brings customers back too. I’ll be back if I’m in the area.“

“I love this place. Food was great, service was excellent. The patio is gorgeous. Definitely going back.“

“I’m big on first impressions, and from the moment I walked in, I was greeted with such a warm welcome! I ordered “house food” rice, dhal, and pochownie—and it truly tasted like home. Everything was so flavorful and comforting. The salara was warm and gooey, just how I like it! Every dish was fresh, and the portions were generous. I’ll definitely be back!“

“The Owner mastered how to put a pastelle into an accurpria, in one.
The only person I seen to ever do it and why I keep coming back.
This is 100% authentic casa food
I once asked her why doesn't she open a restaurant and she simply replied.
I feed my people, well here.
Old school BushWick at its finest.
This place is a hidden gem.
Come starving, leave stuffed.
I absolutely love everything about this atmosphere.
I'm humbled.“

“Delicious 😋 definitely will be back“

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“Amazing food! Will be back“

“Certainly a must place to be. Great customer service. Comfortable vibe“

“Not only is this a great restaurant but they also host private events! We were blown away by the care that the owner and his staff gave. They closed the restaurant for us and gave an exquisite VIP experience - The decor, the ambience, and the FOOD were impeccable!“

“the jerk chicken is my fav. i have tasted majority of their food and i must say. its one of the best tasting restaurant in queens especially in the merrick area“

“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.“

“Absolutely delicious. Had the oxtail plate and added Mac n cheese. Will definitely be back. Great seasoning I forgot to add the jerk sauce.“

“Lately the pastries red bread pinetarts and blackeyes are horrible. Not very tasty and very dry. Very disappointing.“

“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 fell in love with the food …“

“I had an amazing birthday celebration on Friday 03/13/26. The food is always superb. The music/DJ was rocking. The service was polite and on point. Felicia, the manager was hospitable, beautiful and extremely accommodating to our guest. And she did it all with that pretty smile. We loved the special effects of the bubbles during our birthday song. I pray for continued BLESSINGS over this establishment,and the CEO/owner. There is no doubt your business will multiply financially, and the recognition grows in and out of the community because of the service and professionalism. and of course because of the food and drinks. 🙏🏾❤️🥰✊🏾 With kindness Victoria, birthday celebrant“