Sometimes a hole in the wall is exactly what you want, and Caribbean Taste is that. Every meal is…read moreprepared as though you're going to leave, but everyone is welcome to stay. My permanent date, who has been to Jamaica and pronounced her jerk chicken absolutely authentic. I, who hasn't been to Jamaica, was delighted with the oxtails. As I was working with a plastic fork, there was a bit of using my fingers to pick the meat off the bones, which was completely worth it. She had to caution me to pause, as the quantity of rice and beans is more than any single person should eat in one sitting. Survey. Helpful hint: get a small if you don't want leftovers, but the large will make for a nice lunch the next day. Also, this place gets five stars despite not having sodas on tap. The joint is too small for that amenity, but they do have some Jamaican sodas in a fridge which looked delightful.

Stop by because I was craving some traditional Jamaican breakfast…read more I have been here once or twice and this has been my favorite dish thus far. I ordered the Ackee and salt fish with dumplings. This hit the spot for sure

The BEST chicken patties. I dip in the spicy BBQ sauce. Jerk chicken is also spectacular, moist,…read moreflavorful, grilled. Everything is high quality, fresh and consistently amazing. I have been eating here for over 5 yrs!!!

I go to the Farmer's Market JUST for their beef patties! Toasted crusts, filled with seasoned (mild…read morespicy) ground beef! And for only $4! They sell fast too! They also have chicken or spinach patties. The owner is super friendly! He always remembers my daughter and me! He and his wife usually work the stall here on Tuesdays at the Farmer's market at Otay Ranch mall.

Both the owner and cook were great! They were very nice and funny. The food itself was 10/10…read more Reminds me of back home in Florida and when my mom would cook Haitian food for me. Definitely was a great experience and would like to come back again when in San Diego.

This made me so sad. I was craving ox tail, but they only serve it on Sundays. What's another great…read moreoption? GOAT!! So I ordered the goat. The rice was fresh and delicious; the pickled cabbage- bomb; the goat, not so much. It's unfortunate. The goat was overcooked and literally 4 pieces. It was dry and not flavorful at all. The service was great, but I don't think I will be coming back here.

Some of my favorite sweet tooth pasteries and empandas. The staff is always so nice and helpful…read morewith choices to eat or drink. Defintely get a cuban firing squad drink. The ambiance definetly giving me outskde patio area in cuba while playing dominoes

I was saddened to hear that their Clairemont location closed but happy to learn there is another…read morerestaurant in Mission Valley. So on a visit to San Diego, since I no longer live there, Havana Grill was on the top of my dining list. The sampler plate had everything from their appetizer menu. The Giant Papa Rellena is a sight to behold! A fried potato dumpling with delicious beef filling inside but in XXL size, it is a definite shareable for the table. Yuca fries were freshly made and perfectly tender inside with a crispy exterior. Tostones were also freshly made, tender and crispy. Ham croquettes had a good smoky ham flavor. Mariquitas and the plantains were equally well prepared. The appetizer plate came with their delicious mojo de ajo sauce for dipping. Their Lechon is still the best that I have ever had so I ordered that. It was tender, very flavorful, and came with black beans, rice, and plantains. I always order extra portions of their mojo de ajo to accompany my meal. The Lechon was, as always, very delicious. For dessert, I tried the Cuban Coffee Tres Leches cake. This was light in texture and not too sweet. The cake was soft and moist. There was a some coffee flavor but that could have been stronger for me. Nevertheless, this was a delicious ending to a very fine meal. Staff were efficient and friendly. I like the dine in format at this restaurant. The dining room is bright and airy with high ceilings. Very comfortable seating. Parking is plentiful in the adjoining lot but may be difficult depending on the time of day.

Amazing food and service! Definitely will return, oxtail and jerk chicken were delicious as well as…read morehomemade juices. Nice ambiance as well

Delicious food, good service, reasonable prices! Love the place! Moving to the San Diego area…read morerecently I was in need of a good Jamaican restaurant and I'm glad I found it . Also only one of these that is open 7 days a week!! It has become my favorite and only Jamaican eatery!!!

Was craving some oxtail & our sea moss store suggested this restaurant which was down the street…read morefrom their store. It was such a great experience. The staff was friendly & greeted us right away. The hubby and I shared their large combo. We opted for the oxtail & the BBQ chicken. It was a HUGE serving & everything was delicious.... The chicken wasn't as hot as I would've liked it (temperature) but it was tasty. This is a small restaurant with limited seating. But the food and vibes were great.

They are an original place in San Diego for Jamaican food. But it's not always the best. A lot of…read moretimes they are out of food or the food just doesn't taste fresh... its like it's been microwaved. Can't get mad at the service tho , typical Jamaican attitudes although I feel like you could be a little kinder to make people feel more welcome. Not talking down on this place at all, I'm just saying... I will still return for some brown stew chicken lol

Food: 5/5 Portions: 5/5…read moreAtmosphere: 3/5 Cleanliness: 5/5 Customer service: 5/5 Speed: 5/5 Price: $ Takeout: yes Outdoor seating: yes ADA access: yes Dogs: outside Kid Friendly: yes Vegetarian options: yes Vegan options: yes Ambiance: casual Pros: authentic Cuban food. Friendly staff. Affordable prices. Cons: the parking lot is a little sketchy so be careful where you park.

The last time I visited this business, it was still called Los Pollos Rotisserie and Cuban Bakery…read more That shows you how long it has been because House of Cuban Flavor has been the name for more than a few years now under the same ownership. It's located in one of the middle suites between an auto parts store and a supermarket in an Otay strip mall of Chula Vista. Parking was plentiful as there were way more spaces in the lot than customers even at peak hours. There were a few tables placed on the sidewalk in front of the suite, but no seating was available inside. The coffee making station was to the right when you walked in. To the left of the service counter were glass displays containing the baked goods and desserts. Four small menu boards hung behind the counter. From left to right, the category on each board was Sandwiches, Cuban Specialties, Plates & Combos, and Bowls. Several trays in the display case were empty during my afternoon visit. The cashier ensured me that nothing was sold out. Items that were not displayed still could be ordered and made fresh by the kitchen. The Cuban Specialties were broken down further into Stuffed Potato Balls, Empanadas, and Pastries. Each offering cost $2.45 regardless of its composition. That was disappointing because I have encountered similar bakeries in which there were similar choices for less than $2 apiece. My order started with one of each of the potato balls (meat, spicy chicken, jalapeno & cheese) including a variety that wasn't listed (spicy pork). These were fried and then placed inside a cardboard takeout container. Each of the four had a slightly different color and/or texture to distinguish them from each other. The size was slightly smaller than a tennis ball. The meat filling was my favorite because it had the least heat as the other three contained noticeable spiciness. I also bought a meat empanada, a guava pastry, and a mango & cheese pastry. The pastry dough was light and flaky. The portion size was less impressive for $2.45. I recall when some of these were sold for one dollar less so the value has decreased over time. The fruit flavor of the guava and mango respectively was sweet but not over the top. For this recent experience at House of Cuban Flavor, I gave a 3.5 star rating.

Food was alright. If i were to go back id probably go back and try something new. Although it wasnt…read morethe worst it wasnt the best. Im from NYC so maybe when it comes to bori/dominican food my expectations are higher. The rice con gandules and the pernil was salty. the arroz con leche was good just very mushy. the beans literally were just seasoned with black pepper cause thats all you taste we didnt get pass a spoon. The maduros were bad when you bite into them you tasted the bitterness bc they were passed due. The tostones were perfect well fried not oily. The salami we also got was good, its just salami cant really mess it up there all tho they did only give us 6 thin oieces which for 5$ i think was a rip off. The queso as well we got like 7 small peices for $5 kind of stingy.

Can I leave them 10,000 stars??? The food is absolutely phenomenal. I went here with one of my good…read morefriends who is a Puerto Rican from the Bronx and we walked up from my place next to Petco Park and walked back with the food, and it was still piping hot. The pastelillos were fiiire. The beef were my favorite. The lechon and mofongo were delicious. As was the papas rellenas. Bomb. But the winner for me was the Puerto Rican fried chicken. I would walk through traffic to get that. It was phenomenal. Hot or cold (I ate leftovers cold later) was absolutely beyond delicious. The customer service here is fantastic, the people are extremely nice and helpful. Very welcoming. Would absolutely come here again without a question.

Came for R&B Sunday brunch and it was SUCH a vibe…read more The Italian sausage & mushroom pizza was sooo yummy -- cheesy, savory, and the crust was givinggg. We also got the spicy mango ceviche, which was super refreshing and the perfect balance with the pizza. Definitely recommend both! Service was friendly and good. The only downside was that it got a little stuffy and hot inside because everyone and their mama was out for brunch but honestly, I get it because the vibe was there. I also heard Friday and Saturday nights are POPPIN' and it basically turns into a nightclub I definitely wanna come back at night to see the scene for myself. Brunch was a vibe, food was yummy, music was hitting -- I'll be back!

Went in for breakfast around opening time, around 10:30 AM, and unfortunately left very…read moredisappointed. We were told they were already booked with reservations, even though we could see quite a few empty tables/seats inside. What made the situation even more frustrating was that a couple who arrived immediately before us was accepted as a walk-in. However, shortly after, the male host turned us away and told us they don't accept walk-ins and that reservations are prioritized. We completely understand prioritizing reservations, but the inconsistency was disappointing, especially when we had just watched another walk-in party get seated. If walk-ins aren't accepted, it would be helpful to have that policy clearly communicated upfront so guests know what to expect. Also, if you're visiting with a baby or stroller, be aware that the restaurant is not particularly stroller-friendly. We had to carry our stroller up the stairs, which was difficult and inconvenient, especially with a baby. Overall, the experience left us disappointed before we even had the opportunity to try the food. We were really looking forward to having breakfast here, but the way the situation was handled made us feel unwelcome. Hopefully the restaurant can improve its communication regarding reservations and walk-ins, as well as accessibility for families with young children.

My opinion..My review..IJS....What in the world is going on in the kitchenWas one of the servers…read morehungryI think sooo.. The presentation of this food needs a visit from Hell's Kitchen!!! Someone needs to be reprimanded for this plate. Look at the plate, the photo's. Stop being in a rush people and check your food before hand. I'm asking for my money back $250 which includes my time for this review..No taste at all..My review.My opinion..IJS..Just a girl that loves real food

The customer service here wasn't the best. I originally wanted the brown stew chicken but they said…read morethey were out. So instead I ordered the curry goat, the temperature of the curry goat was piping hot. It was spicy and good, the rice didn't have flavor and the plantains tasted like it was sitting in oil for a while. I enjoyed the cabbage. It does have an inside dinner area.