18 Best Caribbean Restaurants near Norfolk

“I wanted to send a note of thanks for the outstanding job Smiley and 876 Flava did when catering my daughter’s graduation reception. Even when I kept changing the delivery time, you and your team were accommodating and professional. We are from out of state and reserved a hotel suite to celebrate our graduate. The food arrived piping hot and my guests loved EVERYTHING. Escovitched fish, jerk chicken, rice and peas, Mac ‘n cheese, cabbage and the largest pillows of coco bread I’ve ever seen. The ‘to-go’ containers were definitely used as everyone packed a plate to eat later in the evening. I even shared the ever so tender oxtails with a couple of guests.
I have shared my experience and your business name/ contact info with the ODU community. My time in Norfolk has come to an end but I wish you all the success. And, as I said when we first spoke, I was intentional in supporting one of ‘our’ businesses. Thank you for being the utmost professional.“

“They have some of the best jerk chicken i've ever had, and their chicken curry was delicious as well. Very friendly staff,great portion sizes, and an incredible value for the price. Not a lot of seating, but that's the only critique I have. Regardless, 10 out 10 would recommend.“

“Great Customer Service & Mouth Watering deals call in orders always Prompt & accurate“

“The Jerk Chicken was AMAZING!!!“

“the food was very flavorful and hot when it arrived but the dark chicken was too small. I wish I could include a picture but I don't see that option. I ordered the dark meat jerk BBQ with cabbage and rice“

“There is no Jamaican restaurant in Hampton Roads that can top MP's Norfolk!! As a person who is a pescetarian it's of grate pleasure to see more delicious choices to meet my dietary needs. I never had a bad meal, and I always purchase for me and my family for the pass 20 + years. Merry Christmas to the MP's Family“

“Shout out to Yummo Bucko! A party of 4 we all spent close to $100, please know a 15% gratutity is added to each person no matter the size of group. This place will fill up fast (small and quaint), opens at noon on Sunday. I checked online to see if reservations could be set up and didnt see where that was an option, upon entering we were asked if we had a reservation. Even though we didnt we were told to select wherever we wanted to sit.

Food ordered: Sampler - grits where stiff and saudage links appeared and tasted as if straight out of (brown & serve box)

Fried shrimp - seasoned well and fried perfect

Eggs Benedict (2x) - one with fried, one scrambled it comes with two crab cakes and 2 lamb chops (lamb chops were supposed to be grilled medium well. Lamb chops was a new born baby lamb chop and so tough to bite)

Side order of original French Toast - ( one piece of bread cut in half $6.00)

Lamb chop brunch meal - comes with 3 lamb chops, smothered in brown gravy (I missed that part on the menu, I just wanted med well grilled lamb chops which came out the same as above. The menu stated mashed potates came with; however received cheesy grits with lobster meat. NO on the grits and the lobster was OK).

Lemon Pepper wings to go - brought order out and gave to the wrong person with no bag, just plopped down and walked away.

4 Mimosas which was ok.

Will we try this place again??? - Possibly on another day, just not BRUNCH.“

“My husband and I went yesterday to celebrate our 19th marriage anniversary, and were highly impressed with everything from the moment we walked in. We loved sitting at the curved booth too! Our server Larry was the best! He made sure my drinks were just the way I wanted… And they don’t short you alcohol- just saying! Lol, my husband has a higher tolerance than I and mentioned it. My husband got the whole fried red snapper while I created my own little sampler out of entrees. They were the oxtail empanadas, crab cake sliders and salmon bites. It was all scrumptious! I tried my husband’s red snapper and one of his shrimp- YESSSSS!! 🤤😋🙂‍↕️ I even made sure to bring even the sauces home with my little bit of left-overs. Looking forward to Father’s Day brunch next month. I’ve already made reservations. 🙂‍↕️ Thank you to all of the staff, even to the ones we didn’t meet who made our experience that much better.“

“I saw this place on TikTok and headed over the next day. I ordered a large portion for lunch (which was way too much food), . I ended up getting three meals out of it. Four pieces of jerk chicken (all thighs) a very large portion of delicious rice and green beans. The jerk chicken was a little strong, but it was really good and the baked the green beans were delicious. Its a small shop, not much on atmosphere but the people were friendly and they handle your order quickly. Price was fantastic for the amount of food I got. I’ll be going back very soon. I want to try their mac & cheese next time.“

“Food has been outstanding every visit. The only thing is the atmosphere for me. I don't know if it is a sport bar, lounge, club or restaurant. I will just say the food is good and I wish they would lean more to a welcoming atmosphere for everyone at all times.“

“A very nice place for the over 40 people. Really good food and drinks.“

“Very good food Worth the wait.“

“I'm so glad I found this place! The food is amazing - hot, fresh, and full of flavor. The rice and peas, oxtail, and cocoa bread are a must-try. Reminds me of home! The owners and staff are super friendly and attentive. Great service all around. If you're in the mood for delicious Jamaican food, definitely check this place out! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Thanks Bobby.“

“Our first visit after fellow workers brought back lunch and I saw the food and portions, it looked and smelled great! I took my family there for lunch on Saturday, everything was excellent, they were slightly busy, yet they greeted us with a smile, asked if it was our first visit? They helped us by telling us about all the food, which was plentiful and had great taste. We all had Jerk Chicken white meat with 2 sides, green beans and sweet potato. I recommend completely!“

“Very polite staff. Very clean establishment. Fast service. Very loving environment.“

“Just don't use online ordering. Never works and end up making food after you waited and get to the restaurant.“

“I jerk, chicken eggrolls, very nice atmosphere. On Wednesday nights karaoke service was great.“

“…not only does Jam Cafe have great Jamaican food & service and peaceful ambiance…they have exceptional comedy and spoken word☺️…you must attend “Open Mic & Taco Tuesday” with host and music by Darren BigBrown Kerr…you won’t regret it🌹“