Jamaican cuisine: the best places to taste it in Jacksonville

4 restaurant menus in United States, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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Grenville Kitchen
90/100 (105 ratings)
Restaurants
Caribbean
Jamaican
Caribbean
Jamaican
Dinner
Lunch
Caribbean
Jamaican
Dinner
Lunch
Bahama Breeze
Bahama Breeze
84/100 (5637 ratings)
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Vegetarian Friendly
Bahamian
Caribbean
Jamaican
Bahamian
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Bar
Caribbean
Vegan Options
Jamaican
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Cuban Sandwich
Lobster
Paella
Tostones
Pasta
Salad
Wings
Pesto
Crab
Fish
Salmon
Sandwiches
Tapas
Burger
Fish Taco
Tacos
Curry
Shrimp
Beef
Sit down
Bar
Caribbean
Jamaican
Bahamian
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Live Music
Reservations
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"Located in front of the mall like most locations. The salmon was moist!!! The seasoning was too strong for me. I told the waitress and despite me..."
Kourtney Coleman
"I loved loved my drink, my friends was a little to boozy. The plantain with chicken appetizer was good. The salmon and green beans were tasty,..."
Teresa Critton
"Great food, service, and atmosphere. We sat outside, and the weather was perfect, not too hot out, and they have lots of fans. We enjoyed the..."
Janet Stiles
"Servers were friendly and quick. Salmon tostada salad was good. Nice and flavorful and the ingredients were fresh. The flank steak was a bit..."
Carrie Suen
"Our server was KayT, she was phenomenal! Spot on with drink and food recommendations. The conch fritters are to die for. Service was quick and..."
Rabecca Fraser
"First dish had issues but once I reported it to GM Ray. He took care of thing’s immediately and remade my food himself. He is a valuable asset to..."
Kizza Copeland
"First time at Bahama Breeze in a decade or so. We sat outside and enjoyed the unseasonal warmer weather Our server was good, took care of us and..."
Ramiro Palma
"The food was delicious, and our server was excellent - helpful, friendly, & very efficient. We had the empanadas, yuca cheese sticks, coconut shrimp,..."
Elizabeth Allen Boyd
"Saying this visit was outstanding would be an understatement. My fiance and I usually come here to eat. The service is usually good. This particular..."
L. Harris
"This location is always amazing. Everything I've tried as far - food and drinks has always been on point. Happy Hour outside is always a vibe and the..."
Nadya Ortiz
Stars Caribbean Restaurant
Stars Caribbean Restaurant
82/100 (2015 ratings)
Restaurants
Caribbean
Jamaican
Vegetarian Friendly
Caribbean
Jamaican
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Caribbean
Jamaican
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"The food is pretty decent, I just wish at the time they had the food I desired to eat. The lady at the front counter her personality was beautiful..."
Anastasia Coleman
"My friend recommended this place to me and I will say it was absolutely delicious!!! So flavorful, fresh , seasoned very well , and over all a solid..."
Alex Lovos
"Oxtail was amazing. A bit of a wait but it came out hot and fresh. Cabbage and rice and beans were fantastic. Curry goat could have used more..."
SE Harper
"I must say, 2 years later, the business has really stepped up their game. Their flavorful food was never an issue. It was the lack of customer..."
Mrs BiLLionaire
"Stopped in Jax to visit family. Gave this place a try. This was a Take Out order. Food came out HOT and Fresh!!! Presentation was on point and very..."
Lorraine Roberts-Jackson
"Food was amazing and customer service was amazing as well. They were very friendly and welcoming. Were even walking around making sure everybody..."
Jabari Prewitt
"I've eaten there on multiple occasions and was never disappointed with their food. I've eaten the oxtail, jerk chicken, and goat before. There is..."
Rhashaunda Jones
"Food is always grilled fresh and tasty! The lady that owns this establishment is always very grateful for your business & a lady of faith! It..."
Review Critic
"Authentic Jamaican restaurant! I ordered and enjoyed a mixed plate of oxtails and Curry goat over steamed rice with steamed cabbage. Both oxtails and..."
Quanetta McNeal
"The food is good, nice size portions. They charge an extra fee if you don't pay with cash. They sell Roti skins which are very difficult to find in..."
Nicole R. Smith-Realtor
"Jerk chicken is like no other. One of the best around hands down. Don't go too late in the evening though get it as early as you can they usually..."
Dillon Revuelta
"I tried goat meat for three first time ever. It was AMAZING!!!!!!! I like it better than ox tails! 😲 I never thought I'd ever say something like..."
Reba C
"We had the jerk chicken and ribs , both were fall off the bone tender and seasoned just right. The red beans tasted so good with the cabbage I..."
Mike Stroman
"I absolutely love the stew beef...I've also had the jerk chicken as well....cabbage..fried dumplings and rice with beans....I will drive the 30..."
Brandy Lee
"Been here two days straight just moved to the area I feel as though they cook fresh food rather than having pre cooked steam wells in a window made..."
Jermaine Jabril
De Real Ting Cafe
De Real Ting Cafe
77/100 (1348 ratings)
Restaurants
Caribbean
Jamaican
Bar
Pub
Caribbean
Jamaican
Dinner
Lunch
Ox Tails Chicken Dinner
Famous Peach Cobbler
Beef Tips Cabbage Greens
Oxtails on Friday Lunch Buffet
Lemonade
Ginger Beer
Jerk Chicken Salad
Catfish and Shrimp
Bahamian Conch Fritters
Jamaica's National Dish
Homemade Cobbler
Sit down
Caribbean
Jamaican
Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Absolutely love this spot! Food is always delicious and the service is top tier. I treat myself on the weekends with their jerk chicken meal, but I..."
Destiny K Jackson
"1st time here... I absolutely loved it ! VIBE was nice,grown people know how to enjoy themselves,everyone out looking nice. Who knew they were..."
Ten K-Mor
"Came here to celebrate the night before my wedding and had the time of my life! Friday nights, they have a dj and play music on the sidewalk. Real..."
Kiki Jordan
"Happy hour ok patronize service before happy hour was over purchased 2 modelo asked waittess to hold the other until I was ready got 2nd which I..."
Janease Adams
"Absolutely the best peach cobbler and bread pudding in Jacksonville Florida! I am a connoisseur of peach cobbler and bread pudding and if you don't..."
Sheldon J. Vann, Attorney at Law
"Friday Night festival on the street is a SERIOUS grown folk VIBE. The live bands are different every week. The are all awesome. The live DJ is..."
CJ Simmons-Grant
"Fun food drinks and good music party atmosphere all night long 🥂 if you are new to Jacksonville Florida then be real ting cafe is the place to..."
Michael Green
"Very laid back and chill environment. The food was..."
LaRoslyn Aaron
"It is a great place to go out and have fun and listen to some great music and enjoy friends and..."
Island girl shawn
"This place can have some really good music, I've been Friday and Saturday during the Jazz festival weekend. The only food I've bought is the..."
Nicole Jones
"What a wonderful place to go on a Friday evening! There is outdoor seating to listen and enjoy a live band that plays R&B. Afterwards, the DJ plays..."
Deanna Stotler
"Food was good and not overly seasoned we had the shrimp, rice and beans which were medium size shrimp and you got about 8-10 and a deep fried chicken..."
REGINALD BELLAMY
"My favorite hangout on Friday night for live Jazz outside at 7:30p then karaoke inside at 9p. A great time...."
Joe “Ms. Joe” Bacon
"Best buffet in Jacksonville. Food is amazing. Oxtails were amazing. Peach Cobbler was amazing. Kind staff that was very helpful to a first timer...."
Danniel Drinkall
"A Friday night, I worked very late @ law office upstairs, I stopped in for a drink on the way out... during a festival! The gentlemen at the door..."
QUEENofCOIN “QueenOfCOIN”