Delicious, but also unremarkable. Wife and I got the brown stew chicken and the oxtail stew and both were rich and savory but certainly not the best food I've ever had. I'd say give it a try because sometimes I just crave some good Jamaican food and this is certainly it in Madison!
Asia Miller
My boyfriend and I have been here many times and the food is so delicious. One favorite my favorite places to get a great portioned meal.
Joel Bryhan
Short version: I don't regret trying this place, but I probably won't return.Long version: My small group arrived for dinner and there was nobody around; we eventually found a woman who begrudgingly took our orders at the counter. As we sat waiting for our food, we noticed there was no music, the decor was faded and boring, the building was falling apart, and we were listening to the sounds of a microwave. Yep, it seems as though most of our food was just microwaved. As for the food itself, it was fine, but nothing special. I enjoyed my entree (fried fish, so cooked fresh), but the rest of my group weren't wowed by their entrees. Between the mediocre food and the uncomfortable vibes, this wasn't my favorite meal.Overall, we agreed that this place was worth a try, but probably not worth a return.
Tony Wiggins
Odd quiet place, good food. They seem to be popular for local take-out. The restrooms were both in an almost shocking state of disrepair. If I could wash and dry my hands would add a star.
shante cameron-cuesta
First I must say is OMG!!!!! I ordered the j*** chicken and ribs dinner and oxtail stew today here and can't express enough how amazing everything taste. To me, this place is better than the west town mall Jamaican food restaurant. The only items I wish they made is that cornbread and baked macaroni, however the food definitely outweigh lack of other dishes. The j*** chicken, ribs and oxtail was made with perfection regardless. The portion size are over and beyond what they charge and you can feed 2 people with one dish. I especially loved the side sauce they give you which adds a bonus taste to the already perfectly cooked and amazing taste. I highly recommend this place if you're seeking j*** flavored food.
Tyler P.
David's is hands down my favorite restaurant in the Madison area. I have yet to have a poor experience with them. Everyone I know has been recommended to eat there from me. The portions are huge for the prices. I dream of their jerk pork regularly
Chris Witt
Don't judge by the exterior (broken windows) or interior (dropped ceiling tiles that have been destroyed by leaky pipes).It's actually really damned good food that doesn't cost an arm and a leg.I got an entrée that I easily spread out across two separate meals. Delicious.I'll be back!!!
Gina W.
When we walked in, we were told by a solo woman that we'd have to wait a bit, since there were 3 orders ahead of us, and she was alone. Well, this PRO got the food out in under 10 minutes, and it was hot and generously portioned. We got plantains (again, HOT), veggies and rice, j*** tofu, and j*** chicken. The tofu was not spicy, but really flavorful - and we got plenty of j*** sauce on the side which IS spicy (scotch bonnet peppers). We spent $50 and got enough food to feed our family of four for a week. We all LOVED the food. Easy to eat gluten-free and vegan. We will be back for sure.Vegetarian options: J*** tofu, veggies and rice, plantains, j*** sauce and other gluten-free and vegan options!
patbubo
When we walked in, we were told by a solo woman that we'd have to wait a bit, since there were 3 orders ahead of us, and she was alone. Well, this PRO got the food out in under 10 minutes, and it was hot and generously portioned. We got plantains (again, HOT), veggies and rice, j*** tofu, and j*** chicken. The tofu was not spicy, but really flavorful - and we got plenty of j*** sauce on the side which IS spicy (scotch bonnet peppers). We spent $50 and got enough food to feed our family of four for a week. We all LOVED the food. Easy to eat gluten-free and vegan. We will be back for sure.
Frankie D.
He double charged us 72 bucks instead of 35 and didn't even realize. Then, when I came up to say something about it he told me to wait until the end of our meal & i'm still just sitting in the booth right now waiting. On top of that the jerk tofu was inedible and the rest of the stuff we got was tasteless as well. I watched him use his hands to touch the money from customers then immediately go to the back and touch cabbage that he then served to us. He forgot to serve us our plantains and we had to get up and ask him to get it for us and then he also forgot to give someone else their plantains as well. He did give us a free jerk sauce to make up for the trouble but we probably won't be using it.
Amazing. You will be fulfilled. Best j*** chicken. Straight up the best smoked chicken I have had in the United States. The steamed cabbage melts in your mouth. Food served hot! Steaming! Worth the price!! Get some chilled key lime for dessert!
Kon Gruffey
What a delicious surprise!! We ordered the j*** pork, j*** chicken and the fried plantains. Huge portions!! More than enough to leave full and enjoy another meal at home!
Jacob Stubbs
Wife and I ordered from here on our way through town. The building could use some TLC, but the food is DYNAMITE. J*** chicken and ribs had insane portions (2 legs, 1 thigh, and 5 ribs) and fell off the bone. Jamaican patties were tender and delicious. The sauce they give you is addictive, be sure to ask for extra.
Nicole Johmson
I was in town for work, and saw this place. The front door is shattered, and the ceiling had obvious leaks. I ordered beef patties. They were huge, but tasteless. The cabbage had a weird vinegar taste to it. The rice and peas were awful. The entire meal was bland lacking any flavor or spice. I was disappointed having spent almost $20.
Tyler B.
This place is AMAZING. Extremely generous portions of some of the best food you've ever eaten. Spice level was perfect. The staff are friendly too. A+++ highly recommend
Delicious, but also unremarkable. Wife and I got the brown stew chicken and the oxtail stew and both were rich and savory but certainly not the best food I've ever had. I'd say give it a try because sometimes I just crave some good Jamaican food and this is certainly it in Madison!
My boyfriend and I have been here many times and the food is so delicious. One favorite my favorite places to get a great portioned meal.
Short version: I don't regret trying this place, but I probably won't return.Long version: My small group arrived for dinner and there was nobody around; we eventually found a woman who begrudgingly took our orders at the counter. As we sat waiting for our food, we noticed there was no music, the decor was faded and boring, the building was falling apart, and we were listening to the sounds of a microwave. Yep, it seems as though most of our food was just microwaved. As for the food itself, it was fine, but nothing special. I enjoyed my entree (fried fish, so cooked fresh), but the rest of my group weren't wowed by their entrees. Between the mediocre food and the uncomfortable vibes, this wasn't my favorite meal.Overall, we agreed that this place was worth a try, but probably not worth a return.
Odd quiet place, good food. They seem to be popular for local take-out. The restrooms were both in an almost shocking state of disrepair. If I could wash and dry my hands would add a star.
First I must say is OMG!!!!! I ordered the j*** chicken and ribs dinner and oxtail stew today here and can't express enough how amazing everything taste. To me, this place is better than the west town mall Jamaican food restaurant. The only items I wish they made is that cornbread and baked macaroni, however the food definitely outweigh lack of other dishes. The j*** chicken, ribs and oxtail was made with perfection regardless. The portion size are over and beyond what they charge and you can feed 2 people with one dish. I especially loved the side sauce they give you which adds a bonus taste to the already perfectly cooked and amazing taste. I highly recommend this place if you're seeking j*** flavored food.
David's is hands down my favorite restaurant in the Madison area. I have yet to have a poor experience with them. Everyone I know has been recommended to eat there from me. The portions are huge for the prices. I dream of their jerk pork regularly
Don't judge by the exterior (broken windows) or interior (dropped ceiling tiles that have been destroyed by leaky pipes).It's actually really damned good food that doesn't cost an arm and a leg.I got an entrée that I easily spread out across two separate meals. Delicious.I'll be back!!!
When we walked in, we were told by a solo woman that we'd have to wait a bit, since there were 3 orders ahead of us, and she was alone. Well, this PRO got the food out in under 10 minutes, and it was hot and generously portioned. We got plantains (again, HOT), veggies and rice, j*** tofu, and j*** chicken. The tofu was not spicy, but really flavorful - and we got plenty of j*** sauce on the side which IS spicy (scotch bonnet peppers). We spent $50 and got enough food to feed our family of four for a week. We all LOVED the food. Easy to eat gluten-free and vegan. We will be back for sure.Vegetarian options: J*** tofu, veggies and rice, plantains, j*** sauce and other gluten-free and vegan options!
When we walked in, we were told by a solo woman that we'd have to wait a bit, since there were 3 orders ahead of us, and she was alone. Well, this PRO got the food out in under 10 minutes, and it was hot and generously portioned. We got plantains (again, HOT), veggies and rice, j*** tofu, and j*** chicken. The tofu was not spicy, but really flavorful - and we got plenty of j*** sauce on the side which IS spicy (scotch bonnet peppers). We spent $50 and got enough food to feed our family of four for a week. We all LOVED the food. Easy to eat gluten-free and vegan. We will be back for sure.
He double charged us 72 bucks instead of 35 and didn't even realize. Then, when I came up to say something about it he told me to wait until the end of our meal & i'm still just sitting in the booth right now waiting. On top of that the jerk tofu was inedible and the rest of the stuff we got was tasteless as well. I watched him use his hands to touch the money from customers then immediately go to the back and touch cabbage that he then served to us. He forgot to serve us our plantains and we had to get up and ask him to get it for us and then he also forgot to give someone else their plantains as well. He did give us a free jerk sauce to make up for the trouble but we probably won't be using it.
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Amazing. You will be fulfilled. Best j*** chicken. Straight up the best smoked chicken I have had in the United States. The steamed cabbage melts in your mouth. Food served hot! Steaming! Worth the price!! Get some chilled key lime for dessert!
What a delicious surprise!! We ordered the j*** pork, j*** chicken and the fried plantains. Huge portions!! More than enough to leave full and enjoy another meal at home!
Wife and I ordered from here on our way through town. The building could use some TLC, but the food is DYNAMITE. J*** chicken and ribs had insane portions (2 legs, 1 thigh, and 5 ribs) and fell off the bone. Jamaican patties were tender and delicious. The sauce they give you is addictive, be sure to ask for extra.
I was in town for work, and saw this place. The front door is shattered, and the ceiling had obvious leaks. I ordered beef patties. They were huge, but tasteless. The cabbage had a weird vinegar taste to it. The rice and peas were awful. The entire meal was bland lacking any flavor or spice. I was disappointed having spent almost $20.
This place is AMAZING. Extremely generous portions of some of the best food you've ever eaten. Spice level was perfect. The staff are friendly too. A+++ highly recommend