50 Best Caribbean Restaurants in Toronto

“For our first night in Toronto for a girls' trip, we had dinner at Chubby's given the good reviews and me mentioning wanting to try the various Caribbean spots during our stay. The decor gives island vibes with the wooden furniture and tranquil color choice for decor. Staff were all pretty helpful, with you waiter being pretty attentive.

For my drink, I ordered the rum punch which was pretty good in the balance of flavorand alcohol content. In terms of food, the portions for my entree (Oxtail Stew) was a little smaller than I thought but or actually worked out well and was enough. The oxtail was cooked down, well seasoned and tender, but I felt like I got a lot of pieces that were just bone or pretty fatty. The other food/Likkle bites I ordered to share with one of my friends were also very good. The Pepper Shrimp definitely had a heavy kick of spice to it and tasty. I really enjoyed the Saltfish (Cod) Fritters - they were tasty, had a good chutney to go with it. The plantains were cooked perfectly so that they stayed soft.

All in all, we had a good dining experience.“

“Been coming here 20 years plus and now
To share this place and bring our kids definitely an amazing family owned business
Savita greets us and her beautiful personality and customer service followed with authentic West Indian food feels like home . Will definitely recommend this place it’s a hidden gem !“

“Whether you're looking for a quick, hearty meal or a full catering experience, Hutchie delivers every time. Highly recommended for anyone craving authentic Caribbean cuisine and outstanding service. Can’t wait to come back!“

“I did not get a chance to take a pic because I devoured this food.True Caribbean taste with an extra zest.The curry and jerk will keep you wanting more !!!“

“Had wedding anniversary dinner. Wait staff and bartender were fantastic- friendly, kind and the right amount of attention. Good food. Wonderful atmosphere.“

“Jaclyn's is the best! Delicious eats and friendly service. How can you go wrong?? 😋😋😋💖“

“Our passion fruit margaritas were so fresh and not too sweet👌🏼
Griot had so much flavor and the pikliz was just the right amount of hot 👌🏼
Bought a jar to bring home for the fam🫶🏼
Bon bagay rhum corner🙌🏼
So happy we found a bit of lakay here in Toronto ❤️🇭🇹“

“Tried Pattylicious for the first time today, WOW, it was incredible. Everything is made in-house and tasted delicious. We will be back 100%!“

“Seriously delicious flavours, friendly, fun staff, creative cocktails all in a beautiful space. As soon as we walked through the door we we were hit with the sweet aroma of the spices of the Caribbean. The vibe is warm and inviting. I suggested trying this place to some colleagues. As someone from Jamaica I have high standards for the flavours of the Caribbean. Everyone at the table and I mean everyone enjoyed it. Everything is served family style. I don’t eat meat so we enjoyed the fish and vegetarian options. The 6 of us shared the salt cod fritters, nuff nuff slaw, doubles, fried snapper, crab XO, coconut rice and Mac pie. We were full up!! Probably ordered a dish too many but it was worth it. If you’re used to traditional Caribbean flavours you will not be disappointed. I will definitely be back either for a quick cocktail before an event or for another delicious meal.“

“So I’ve been trying to come up with the right words to explain the impeccable experience my husband and I had at this restaurant, words can’t do it justice. First impression as we walked in the door was how much it reminded me of back home islands vibes. The owner was present, attentive and overflowing with Caribbean hospitality. The Trini fusion dishes we tried were fantastic. This was such a treat and we loved every second of it. We left there needing to tell the world about the gem we had found. Thank you! Will be back with a few more people.“

“Absolutely love this place. Food is always delish, hot and fresh. Make sure to call in advance if you’re looking to get the oxtail as it’s out of this world and is only made on certain days of the week. Cash only. Do not hesitate to try!!“

“Have run by this cafe too many times to count. Glad I finally stopped for a taste. Got kindly talked into the doubles (which he warned me would be messy) and it was absolutely delicious! Had never tasted those but would definitely get it again. So much flavor in that little wrap up! Thank you Coco Cafe for a fun, yummy morning! :)“

“If you’re looking for Jamaican food cooked in a healthy way, head on over to @jerkupcentral ! I ordered the large jerk pork dinner. I enjoyed the steamed vegetables (different from the typical coleslaw), rice and peas and the tasty, lean jerk pork. I washed it down with my favourite @dandgjamaica pineapple soft drink! I rate it 4 1/2 out of 5 stars because I needed a bit more “jerk”. Give me the 🔥, I can take it lol. 🇯🇲 #jerkpork #jamaicanfood“

“my salivatary draw to the CNE had always been “Island Foods” in the Food Building, now absent for 10+ years .. their full-bodied flavorsome sauce is the ‘king of curry’

still family run, finally located them in this renewed/trendy neighbourhood (this location by eldest daughter) for year-round nostalgic comfort and satisfaction .. at near-closing, mother, father and young-old-hand daughter were all there to serve up the familiar family recipe, with family warmth .. same for which was queue for pickup by regulars and drivers .. it's a happy place

minimally packaged, the shrimp curry sauce on rice and peas, the signature roti > a hot, heavy, hefty paper-thin wrapped indulgence .. yes, now even more scrumptious!“

“Doubles are amazing. Toronto doesn't know how good it has it. I got two, one plain and to the other I added pumpkin for $2. Massive, amazing value, STUFFED with tender channa, just incredible. All for $10. We have nothing remotely like Ali's in Calgary. This is why I love visiting Toronto.“

“Another hole in the wall hidden gem that makes Torontos low key food scene so great. The food is made with love and is actually a unique take on Jamaican food but in a good way. It stands out from other places that can be a little cookie cutter if you know what I mean. The patties are also on another level. Not sure we’re they’re getting them but they are amazing. Great spot!“

“Love it all good food great service all good ✅“

“Follow @bredgyeats on IG for more food posts!

I'm no stranger in slathering my rice in curry, and the goat curry brings a subtle amount of aroma characteristic of goat, with tender bone-in pieces of my favourite protein. Along with rice and peas, it comes with chickpea curry, canned pineapple, corn, pickled jalapenos, a salad, hot sauce and a creamy lime sauce.“

“Grabbed the Oxtail Papi Platter and the Triple OG Stuffed Patty. Absolutely insane. Clear your schedule after this one because the itis is real. Way beyond my expectations. Hands down the BEST food I’ve had in the GTA in all 22 years of life.“

“I tried Caribbean Queen Take Out for the first time and went with the fried chicken meal — and let me just say, it did not disappoint! The rice and peas were cooked to absolute perfection, fluffy with just the right balance of coconut and seasoning. The chicken was seasoned properly all the way through, with that true authentic Jamaican taste that’s hard to find. Every bite felt like home-style cooking. You can tell they take pride in their food — nothing bland here, just rich flavors and genuine island spice. 👉 Highly recommended if you’re craving a real Caribbean experience. I’ll definitely be back!“

“Had jerk chicken. partner oxtail. both were just perfect. chicken soft and not dry, rice perfectly cooked. the oxtail seemed to melt in our mouths. I'll definitely be trying more. 100% recommend and to the beautiful soul who made her recommendations and was so lovely my thanks. square one location around noon on Thursday july 11.“

“Amazing food! Amazing servers! Definitely one of the best! Ill surely keep on coming back ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“my first visit. it definitely won't be my last.“

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“I had the red peas soup for the first time it was delicious,well done I have found my place see you soon.“

“Today, with the beautiful weather, I had a real craving for Jerk Chicken. I checked out Good Vibes and ordered a Jerk Chicken dinner. As I’m writing this, I am savouring the sweet and spicy Jerk sauce that perfectly coats the chicken. The meat is fresh and tender. The rice and beans is just yummy and the coleslaw is a nice cool down. Service was super friendly and love the artwork on the walls. Great music! I’m so glad that I walked into Good Vibes today! Delicious food! Good Vibes all the way. I will definitely be back!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“I had such a a good time. We hosted my uncle memorial here. J is awesome. Such a dynamo of good vibes! I definitely recommend this spot. The food was on point. The drinks kept coming. The laughter was endless. The people are friendly. I met a new friend from Morocco.“

“Absolutely amazing food.
New manager as of a few months ago and she has changed the jerk receipes.
The wings, breast, yard salad, rice and beans, plantain chips and everything basically is out of this world amazing. Must get hot sauce too!!!

I'm coming here every day!!!“

“Fabulous jerk chicken and oxtail. Thank you for a wonderful, fresh and savoury experience. We'll be back soon!“

“Really liked the Beef Bong paaye, quality, quantity and texture was amazing! Good job 👍“

“I passed by in the morning, smelled so good, young woman gave a smile. I had things to do and stopped back much later in the day and it was so nice she remembered me. Great customer service and so friendly, the food is always delicious. Only thing missed in my order was the little round bread things but no big deal.“

“I've been getting takeout from Mainsha Restaurant on Weston Rd for over a year. This place serves up some delicious Caribbean food with courteous service and congenial staff. The oxtail was the highlight – slightly sweet but bursting with rich flavour and tenderness. The jerk chicken was good, and the spicy beef patties had a perfectly flaky and crisp shell, filled generously. The casual cafeteria vibe of the restaurant wasn't the most inviting, but the food more than made up for it. Overall, a solid spot for great Caribbean dishes.“

“We arrived at this place for lunch. my friend recommended this place. Well, it was a winning. The staff welcomed us with a smile and we had an excellent feeling. The meal was yummy. We loved this place a lot and we shall definitely come back again. we highly recommend this place.“

“I love this place ! Whether you’re fully plant-based or just looking to try something new, Vegan | Thali is definitely worth a visit. It’s a place where you can enjoy a meal that feels indulgent, nourishing, and kind — all at once. The owner is such a loving lady. Folks, let us always remember to support an independent and bipoc vegan business !“

“Great food, friendly atmosphere and reasonable prices :-)“

“I finally was able to attend UMI's Kitchen after so many attempts by UBER and DoorDash as it always says unavailable. I was in the neighborhood and decided to stop by. I thought it was located more east on Dundas but it's actually near Dundas and Sherbourne. Toronto has tried to revive the neighborhood but, it has the same energy. I was lucky as parking is street parking so expect to park and run in to get your order. It looked closed when I got out and the door is not new but, I got in. It isn't a big place but the lady who got my order was pleasant. I ordered a small Oxtail (not cheap no more), side bbq chicken, 1 veggie and 1 beef patty, small chicken soup (good), Pineapple soda. I thought the salad would be handled but no salad like no coleslaw! I was like wow. The food is good. I really enjoyed the veggie patty wish I had gotten three of them. The bbq chicken was nice. Not hot but, it was a great add to my Oxtail meal. I was glad I finally could say I gave this place a try. I am sure others will attend. The area isn't the most desired place to attend but, it's about the food which for this day was my goal.“

“Delicious vegan Caribbean food in the heart of Kensington Market. Veggie D'light hits the spot for lunch on a weekend. I had their meal with jerk saitan, veggies and basmati/quinoa. I asked about the soup of the day and was promptly offered a taste by the friendly chef. Had the medium soup as well--a delicious rich soup with yams and coconut milk. Now I have a new favorite lunch spot.“

“The best Roti in the GTA.“

“My favorite spot in Toronto“

“great price for the lunch special! beautifully seasoned jerk chicken. Excellent service. will be back over and over.“

“Hey I came here one time and I know I'll be a repeat customer here. The service is warm and friendly. The food taste like home. I had the oxtail and stew chicken. I really liked it. It was fresh. The pastries are fresh! Love the drops! Annette is such a blessings, always positive! Great conversation. Overall good service 10/10“

“The best Caribbean food I’ve found in Toronto and definitely the area. We love their jerk chicken (with rice and peas or the potatoes) and ox tail, especially the ox tail pasta. Incredible place, friendly people. I recommend ordering in advance to cut down on wait time.“

“Had jerk chicken. partner oxtail. both were just perfect. chicken soft and not dry, rice perfectly cooked. the oxtail seemed to melt in our mouths. I'll definitely be trying more. 100% recommend and to the beautiful soul who made her recommendations and was so lovely my thanks. square one location around noon on Thursday july 11.“

“Best roti in Toronto no discussion, friendly staff, made fresh and proper 👌“

“yes, their portions are great. Jerk chicken poutine changed my life“

“Exceptional great culinary skills unique and tasty food friendly atmosphere“

“Ok so there’s not a lot of places to get good Doubles in the downtown core and so I gave them a try and was pleasantly impressed. I will note that the paratha was a little thick and cakey but doubles wise it was very good and hot as I ordered on Uber Eats. So assuming they made it fresh/to order.“

“Small restaurant with a super hospitable, approachable and friendly staff. While dining, there was nice reggae music playing in the background. Typical Jamaican restaurant menu with a few unique items and custom drinks. The food was average tasting and well presented. I was educated about the history and how the restaurant was established which was enjoyable. My overall experience was positive and I would consider returning in the future. check my video review of this restaurant.“

“Great customer service & tasty food!“

“The jerk chicken is Peerless. We’ve enjoyed it for years and recommend you enjoy it too.“