14 Best Caribbean Restaurants near Portsmouth

“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.“

“I’m not one to give a good review unless it’s truly worth it. One thing I don’t like is when people are dishonest about a restaurant’s food just for popularity. But when I tell you I traveled across the water today to get this food based on someone else’s review, their review was no lie!

I’m from up north and have tasted some really good food, and I haven’t gotten that same authentic taste in Virginia. I’ve also had authentic Jamaican food at its best, so I’m very picky. But when I tell you Yaad Vybz got it… they got it!!!

I had the oxtail, mac n cheese, steamed veggies, chicken soup and jerk pork. While I waited for my food, I tried their Love Potion drink that was on the happy hour special. Not only was it good, it was refreshing.

The staff was very sweet. One thing I want to mention is that a person who got her food before me was actually in tears because the server must have given her a kind gesture that I didn’t hear. The customer was saying how she had a bad day and the server made her day better. I was very touched by that interaction.

When I tell y’all, if you ever want some tasty, flavorful Jamaican food, this is the place to go, no debate! I will definitely be coming here from now on whenever I’m on that side of the water.

Food tun up!!! 🔥🇯🇲“

“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!“

“Our new favorite seafood spot. Absolutely delicious! 😋“

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

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

“I drive all the way from Norfolk and honestly, this isn’t even my first time — I come here a lot! FruitSplash Factory never misses. Every time I walk in, the customer service is warm, friendly, and consistent, and the food is always fresh and full of flavor.

The drinks are amazing, the food stays top-tier, and the quality never changes no matter when I come. I love that they really take their time with everything they make — you can taste the care in every order.

This has definitely become one of my go-to spots, and I’ll keep making the drive because it’s always worth it. Highly recommend! 💕“

“My first time here I feel in love with the food I tried a all vegan tray that was out of this world
Oh don’t let me forget a lot of the dishes are made to order
The flavor is PERFECT Especially if you’re looking for something different
My new favorite Restaurant XOXOXO“

“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“

“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.“

“Keandra, our waitress was absolutely spectacular! She truly made our experience there phenomenal! The food was amazing! Great flavor and very savory! Highly recommend! Bartender made excellent cocktails as well! Restaurant cleanliness was top notch! Great atmosphere!“

“Very nice portion size. The plantain were perfect and the rice and peas were soft and nice with plenty of gravy. Curry chicken was delicious. Unfortunately people aren't buying local drinks, so they did not have any currently. I hope they find a way to bring back the sorrel juice or maybe add homemade ginger beer. The best food comes from the smallest places that are reasonably priced and they focus on the food. Very clean dining area.“

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

“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.“