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Casa Mon Amour
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Greenpoint

162 Franklin St
Brooklyn, NY 11222

Lauren S. writes: Who knew you could have delicious, affordable, sit down meals for under 10 bucks anymore? "Not I," said the yelper ... "Not I"

And seeing as how I haven't had a five star review in awhile, I don't want to spoil it with any non-essentials. I never…

Christie's Jamaican Patties
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Park Slope

387 Flatbush Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11238

NaN K. writes: For me Brooklyn is way overrated and overpopulated with folks that would scream out BROOOOKLYN! knowing damn well they're from Florida or New Rochelle but not when it comes to two things:
1) The best damn West Indian Day Parade/Carnaval in the nation…

Empanada Mama
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Hell's Kitchen

763 9th Ave
New York, NY 10019

Sam P. writes: Indulge me, if you will, for a story. A story of fatness.

My roommate and I used to have a tradition called Fat Sunday in which every Sunday night, we'd order obscene amounts of Chinese take-out and watch Desperate Housewives and Grey's Anatomy (back…

Veggie Castle
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Prospect Park South

2242 Church Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11226

Eden M. writes: I love the fact that this place exists. Sticking with the Rastafarian ital vegetarian plan, there's a lot of groundnuts and root veggies here, seriously covered with peppers. When they mean jerk spices, they aren't kidding. To the point that the…

The Islands

803 Washington Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11238

Allison G. writes: "You've never been to The Islands before?!" my friend Heather exclaimed. "We have to go. Right now."

Conveniently located on the corner of Washington Ave, and Eastern Parkway, The Islands is so small that one might easily walk right past it without…

Maroons Restaurant
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Chelsea

244 W 16th St
New York, NY 10011

Kenny C. writes: Stopped in after a movie.

We got in just before a large group. This place is the size of NYSC locker so making reservations is a must.

This weekend must have been my weekend to be waited on by inept, dingbat waitstaff. After being seated, it took 10…

The Jerk Pit

446 Bloomfield Ave
Montclair, NJ 07042

L D. writes: Sadly, the Jerk Pit is no more. I only had the chance to order from here twice before the closed sign appeared on the window.

Exquisite Delight

2847 Church Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11226

Orlando E. writes: "Jerk Chicken for President!"

Call me a biter but i had to write about this place. I lived in Flatbush for about a year and a half and cant say i had any good experience there, but for the last night i was there. Not knowing what good jerk chicken…

Cabana
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper East Side

1022 3rd Ave
New York, NY 10021

Arnab M. writes: We got here early, so there was no wait. The restaurant is way too cramped though, I felt as though I was sitting at someone else's table because we were almost in their face even though we had our own table. The seats were really comfortable though.…

Ginger Root Cafe
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Prospect Heights

702 Washington Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11238

Nicole L. writes: Great Guyanese food, which is saying something for Brooklyn, where Caribbean joints are a dime a dozen. In fact, its so good even my MOTHER likes it, and she hates EVERYTHING, being a phenomenal cook herself. So its the closest thing to being able to…

Brisas del Caribe
Neighborhood: Manhattan/SoHo

Broadway at Broome St
New York, NY 10079

Zee G. writes: say it isn't so :(

Brooklyn Moon Cafe
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Fort Greene

745 Fulton St
Brooklyn, NY 11217

Koku K. writes: The food is good, but the service sucks. It's not that the waitress is unpleasant---it's just that she's decidedly neglectful. Why is it that whenever I'm in there only one person is manning the bar and tables? I don't get it. Either way, the $5…

Jamaican Flavors
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Greenwich Village

240 Sullivan St
New York, NY 10012

Sandra F. writes: It's CLOSED!!!! :(

Made a special trip into the city from Brooklyn just to get the best Jamaican food around, and found a "Space for Rent" sign in the window. I was so disappointed, I just stood there in the rain peering in the window for signs of…

The Sugar Bar
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper West Side

254 W 72nd St
New York, NY 10023

Ting S. writes: this little gem of a place completely took me off guard. an r&b spot on the upper west side?! yeah, it's for real.

i heard it gets packed on open mike nights, but came here on an off night, and it was great. nice vibe around the bar area, and…

Golden Krust Bakery

872 Utica Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11203

Anubis K. writes: well i'm not really to big on Jamaican cuisine since from my understanding is that they tend to sue alot of something called
jerk in their dishes which i really don't care that much for but i really like their patties, its just something about it,…

Stir It Up
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Boerum Hill

514 Atlantic Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11217

Jonathan W. writes: I'm a big fan of their brown stew chicken as a filling lunch. It's got a great flavor and the large is enough for a few meals.

Cafe Dore
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Gowanus

270 Smith St
Brooklyn, NY 11231

Devin T. writes: Quiet, romantic restaurant with great Carribean food. I think I may have been here a few years ago, but it was a low cost place with formica tables and chincy decor. Now it fits in nicely on Smith Street, with soft lighting, an elegant, subdued decor…

Negril Chelsea
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Chelsea

362 W. 23rd Street
Between 8th & 9th Avenue
New York, NY 10011

Christina S. writes: One type of food that we are straight up missing in SF is wonderful Jamaican/Caribbean food. It is very saddening.

I went to Negril Chelsea a few years back while visiting NYC. My friend, who is Haitian and was born and raised in Queens, suggested…

Sunshine West Indian and American Cuisine
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Prospect Lefferts Gardens

803 Nostrand Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11225

Tamara W. writes: If you are looking for a true-Caribbean food experience, stop by Sunshine. The owners, Wendy and Jeffrey are the sweetest people in the world and the curry mango is to die for!

Orchid Caribbean
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan/Theater District

675 9th Ave
New York, NY 10036

Alex S. writes: Hidden along the many fabulous establishments along 9th avenue, a narrow little place that looks more like a bar often gets lost in the shuffle amongst the busier places and still remains as one of the better kept secrets in Hell's Kitchen. With…

La Rosita
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Manhattan Valley

2809 Broadway
New York, NY 10025

Rachel D. writes: dear La Rosita:

your pollo al ajillo was a garlicky gift from heaven, muy barato.

your cafe con leche helped me overcome many a hangover.

why couldn't they have closed down all the craptastic places around here and left La Rosita standing?

Rest In Peace,…

Buff Patty's
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Clinton Hill

376 Myrtle Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11205

Jeff O. writes: Buff Patty's

I swear to fucking god, best little BBQ fried chicken pieces on the planet. How do they know that anything that comes in the wax paper little bags equates to dirty delicious? They have this generous amount of fried goodness and fat with…

Brawta Outpost
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Windsor Terrace

447 7th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11215

Steve C. writes: Warm and gracious staff will pack up a bit of the carribean for you to take home. The food is authentic Jamacian and delicious; you can tell it is cooked with love! For about 35 dollars two of you can have a feast with leftovers.

Mobay
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Harlem

17 W 125th St
New York, NY 10027

Dave L. writes: This might be the dark horse winner for the best barbecue in Manhattan. There, I said it. Let the hatin' begin.

**Update**
They make a beef rib here that's amazing, and just falls off the bone. It has a thick, caramely crust and is the biggest…

Rolando's Spanish & Caribbean Food
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Theater District, Manhattan/Fashion District

213 W 35th st
New York, NY 10018

Larry L. writes: Most shops in the Garment District are narrow and deep. Rolando's sits in the back of a Blimpie's and would be impossible to find save a neon sign in the window that reads "SPANISH FOOD" and a small menu taped up to the window. Ordering at the…

Sapodilla
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Gowanus

257 Smith St
Brooklyn, NY 11231

Heath R. writes: C. and I were utterly flabbergasted that there was was no one else in this Caribbean eatery for dinner tonight. Of course, it's only been open for four months -- perhaps word hasn't caught on. And it was only 6:30 p.m. -- early for dinner in these…

Beni's
Neighborhood: Queens/Ozone Park

12920 Liberty Ave
South Richmond Hill, NY 11419

karan s. writes: This is the place to come For the Best in West Indian Guyanese Style Chinese Dishes . well I have only taken carryout, Pam refuses to come and dine -in and I understand why. this place is restaurant/ bar and the ambience is not good. its mainly…

EI Internacional
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper West Side

616 Amsterdam Ave
New York, NY 10024

Kendall C. writes: Lotta food, little price.

Under D Tree
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Harlem

182 Lenox Ave
New York, NY 10026

Adrian P. writes: So a couple of white guys in business suits with laptop cases walk in and it's a little weird. I think at first the staff was like, "Um, what?" But after the initial "Hello!" everything was fine (let me clarify, I just felt a little out of place, and…

Ram's Roti Shop
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Prospect Park South

1919 Church
Brooklyn, NY 11226

Albertro F. writes: This Trinidadian walk-up restaurant has all the jerk you thought you left at your dad's house. Um. No, I really don't know about the jerk stuff, but their Carrib take on classic Indian fare is pretty top notch. Aloo pie and channa parathas are…

Blue Mahoe

243 E 14st
New York, NY 10003

Mike S. writes: I was a bit reticent about writing this review, mainly because this great little restaurant is my secret weapon. I recommend taking your date here only if want to let them know that they are special. (meaning you want the draws and like them enough…

Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Gramercy-Flatiron

111 E 23rd St
New York, NY 10010

kristine r. writes: Maybe it's just because I was crazy hungry (or perhaps just crazy), but I allowed my tongue and corners of my mouth to be burned by the steaming, oozing hot goodness of a Golden Krust spicy beef patty. Repeatedly. For about 3.5 blocks. Or maybe…

Native
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Harlem

161 Lenox Ave at W. 118th St.
New York, NY 10184

marias s. writes: I really liked native for its drinks and atmosphere. It's always nice to find an uptown location that feels like downtown Manhattan. Some of the dishes were too buttery, however.

I'd definitely give this place another shot.

Mofongo del Valle
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Harlem

3340 Broadway
New York, NY 10031

Hugo O. writes: El Valle by any other name...

It's always amazed me that for such a strong Dominican presence in West Harlem this is perhaps the only Dominican restaurant for the entire stretch of Broadway between 125th and 140th street. This restaurant started off…

Mo's Caribbean Bar & Grill
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper East Side

1454 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10021

Nish N. writes: I used to dread going here, mostly because of the UES post-fraternity atmoshphere. If you get past that, the food is actually pretty decent. Be a "jerk" and check it out on a quieter evening but on the look-out for men in ties looking to get lit!

Alberto's Mofongo House
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Washington Heights, Manhattan/Inwood

Broadway and Dyckman St
New York, NY 10040

Chris H. writes: Mofongo: a dish popular in the Dominican Republic made of mushed up plantains and mixed with other ingredients like pork, chicken, etc.

I know I'm going to get a lot of angry responses from the good people of the Caribbean, but mofongo tastes and has…

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