Big O’s Island Vybz

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Theresa F.

Excellent lunch options and pricing. Good portions, big flavors, and fast, friendly service. A fantastic deal and the best pricing I've found for oxtails anywhere.

Libby L.

OMG ... this food was soooooo delicious... Authentic Jamaican food seasoned to perfection... my favorite was the curried goat... however the oxtails were number 2 on my list... I wanted to order the curried goat to take home for later but time did not permit... the service was fast friendly and efficient. The ambiance was cozy and felt like Mom's kitchen... Relaxing island music was also playing which felt very inviting... I felt very welcomed in their establishment. I was there on vacation with my partner and he enjoyed the food also... we visited many restaurants while on vacation in Pompano Beach and this one was one of the best.

Jerk Chicken Pasta with texas toast & a fresh salad

Kia C.

I just wanted to give thanks to the previous reviewers if you didn't review I wouldn't have went to try. I drove 28 minutes to order, I walked in after a gentleman and it was 2 people ordering in front of me. They both sat to eat in and I ordered to go. I got the jerk chicken pasta lunch order which came up to 12-13 dollars ! Y'all when I tell you she was bring the food out beautiful looking fresh and well prepared I wanted to eat in. I used the bathroom it was clean and had everything you needed. When I went back I waited about 10-15 minutes and she brought me a hot box I didn't even need to check it. I drove home it was still hot when I opened it. It had a fresh salad a piece of texas toast and the best jerk chicken pasta well cooked it just fell apart along with fresh peppers & soft noodles I will be back & to eat in ! Thank you Big O's y'all definitely do it fresh every time

Robert S.

OMG !!!!! What a great find !!!! This is a really good Jamaican restaurant in Pompano, not far from the intersection of Atlantic and Federal. They have a few outdoor tables as well as a nice indoor air conditioned dining area. The guy behind the counter was as friendly and happy as he could be. A delight dealing with him. We got a few dishes for lunch and all of them were FABULOUS !!! The jerk chicken had some spice without being too spicy and the brown stew chicken was a really tender, very moist....it was a "fall off the bone" dish. The rice and peas were done perfectly and the cabbage was also delicious. The maduros were a bit firmer than other places but still really well done. Their lunch specials run until 3pm the days they are open. It's just a great little place for a nice ethnic meal. There's free street parking right in front of the restaurant or in a private lot facing Atlantic. Check it out...you will love it.....

Julie F.

Oh man! (Ya mon?) This was one of the best Jamaican meals we've ever experienced in Florida. And we've eaten a lot!The lady sitting next to us was really enjoying her oxtail. She was oohing and ahhing. She said that it was so good, she wanted to see (the size of) the chef's shoes!! It took me a short while to understand what she was saying -- when it dawned on me. You're in love? Yes, I'm in love! (Ladies think about it, you'll get it eventually..) They have a fuller regular menu, but we zeroed in on their lunch specials -- each only $7.99. You can add soup for an addition fee, but frankly you probably won't need to. Portions are of ample size.you get your choice of rice (white or with "peas") and a choice of salad or cabbage. He chose their curry chicken with cabbage. I chose their brown stew chicken with salad. We both had peas & rice (fyi, these are not green peas but beans/pigeon peas). The chicken in each dish was so tender. Fall off the bone.There was sauce on the chicken, but luckily it came with additional oh so flavorful sauce for dipping or to pour over the rice. Just delicious. His cabbage was tender. The salad was fine, but I should have added dressing (it's on a table by the counter). And I'd probably get the cabbage (veggies) next time. Also on the plate was a small perfectly cooked piece of sweet plantain. The television screen shows pictures of some of the dishes -- if you're not familiar with island food. The restaurant is small inside. And it is colorfully decorated. If you like reggae music, you will definitely enjoy the tunes. They do a lot of takeout -- but there are enough tables to dine in and a full bar. There is street parking nearby. Can't wait to come back to try one of their patties and their oxtail. Hopefully soon! Try it... you'll love it.

Beef stew lunch special, jerk chicken lunch special and 2 beef pattys

Ryan B.

Lunch special was great. Loved the flavor of the meat, cabbage, and rice. Not so kuch a fan of the meat va the bones in the neat you got. I'd pay a little more for deboned meat. Spicy beef patty was a mild spice but still great and the pocket it came in was light and airy which was good. And not to greasy like some other places. I'll have to come back for dinner and try something else so I can give them 5 stars or possibly keep it the same.

Diana S.

What a gem! great food , ambiance and service! Do yourself a favor and try this small local jamaican spot and won't be dissatisfied.

Sebastian Z.

The location is a free standing building. Well kept and clean. Private parking lot. The service to second to none. Family owned business. The FOOD ... crazy flavors and good size portion. Small will fill you up but get a large life's short! Affordable. 10/10 Highly Recommend you to visit them.

K H.

The customer service is always good, that's why this rating got a 2 instead of a 1. I ordered the oxtail lunch special. Rice and peas were delicious but the oxtail itself was definitely overcooked and tough. It tasted like it was just "beef". Definitely not falling off the bone. Last time I was here was definitely better.

Small Jerk Chicken with rice and peas and salad!
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Jeralyn L.

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First time to Big O's. Small, but cute inside. The table needed a lil cleaning as did the restroom. Music was loud and not particularly island style. The service was good in between the ongoing phone conversation. Ordered the Curry Goat. It was good, but could have had more flavor. The Jerk Beef Burger wasn't too exciting, however, the Yuca Fries were. Will give Big O's another try as it does have promise. read more

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Daniel C.

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Big O's Jamaican did not disappoint! The service was amazing! everyone was so friendly and welcoming from the moment we walked in. We had the jerk chicken lunch special, and wow... the meat literally fell off the bone and was packed with flavour. An absolute 10/10. Highly recommend if you're craving authentic Jamaican comfort food! read more

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Excellent food, excellent staff. Awesome music. Food was delicious. Love love love the curry chicken. They are kinda hidden on 22 avenue.

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Theresa F.

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Excellent lunch options and pricing. Good portions, big flavors, and fast, friendly service. A fantastic deal and the best pricing I've found for oxtails anywhere. read more

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Libby L.

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OMG ... this food was soooooo delicious... Authentic Jamaican food seasoned to perfection... my favorite was the curried goat... however the oxtails were number 2 on my list... I wanted to order the curried goat to take home for later but time did not permit... the service was fast friendly and efficient. The ambiance was cozy and felt like Mom's kitchen... Relaxing island music was also playing which felt very inviting... I felt very welcomed in their establishment. I was there on vacation with my partner and he enjoyed the food also... we visited many restaurants while on vacation in Pompano Beach and this one was one of the best. read more

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Kia C.

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I just wanted to give thanks to the previous reviewers if you didn't review I wouldn't have went to try. I drove 28 minutes to order, I walked in after a gentleman and it was 2 people ordering in front of me. They both sat to eat in and I ordered to go. I got the jerk chicken pasta lunch order which came up to 12-13 dollars ! Y'all when I tell you she was bring the food out beautiful looking fresh and well prepared I wanted to eat in. I used the bathroom it was clean and had everything you needed. When I went back I waited about 10-15 minutes and she brought me a hot box I didn't even need to check it. I drove home it was still hot when I opened it. It had a fresh salad a piece of texas toast and the best jerk chicken pasta well cooked it just fell apart along with fresh peppers & soft noodles I will be back & to eat in ! Thank you Big O's y'all definitely do it fresh every time read more

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Robert S.

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OMG !!!!! What a great find !!!! This is a really good Jamaican restaurant in Pompano, not far from the intersection of Atlantic and Federal. They have a few outdoor tables as well as a nice indoor air conditioned dining area. The guy behind the counter was as friendly and happy as he could be. A delight dealing with him. We got a few dishes for lunch and all of them were FABULOUS !!! The jerk chicken had some spice without being too spicy and the brown stew chicken was a really tender, very moist....it was a "fall off the bone" dish. The rice and peas were done perfectly and the cabbage was also delicious. The maduros were a bit firmer than other places but still really well done. Their lunch specials run until 3pm the days they are open. It's just a great little place for a nice ethnic meal. There's free street parking right in front of the restaurant or in a private lot facing Atlantic. Check it out...you will love it..... read more

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Larry T.

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Fantastic authentic food cooked to perfection !!! We brought our friend who lived i. Jamaica 35 years and said it was like being there Don't miss it The owners are lovely as well And u can order to go. Grest lunch specials read more

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Richard G.

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Great Little Spot ! Clean Environment ! Friendly & Helpful Staff ! Tasty Fresh Authentic Jamaican Cuisine ! Reasonable Prices ! As a "Foodie" I Definitely recommend this Restaurant ! Well done Folks ! Keep up the good work ! read more

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Julie F.

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Oh man! (Ya mon?) This was one of the best Jamaican meals we've ever experienced in Florida. And we've eaten a lot!The lady sitting next to us was really enjoying her oxtail. She was oohing and ahhing. She said that it was so good, she wanted to see (the size of) the chef's shoes!! It took me a short while to understand what she was saying -- when it dawned on me. You're in love? Yes, I'm in love! (Ladies think about it, you'll get it eventually..) They have a fuller regular menu, but we zeroed in on their lunch specials -- each only $7.99. You can add soup for an addition fee, but frankly you probably won't need to. Portions are of ample size.you get your choice of rice (white or with "peas") and a choice of salad or cabbage. He chose their curry chicken with cabbage. I chose their brown stew chicken with salad. We both had peas & rice (fyi, these are not green peas but beans/pigeon peas). The chicken in each dish was so tender. Fall off the bone.There was sauce on the chicken, but luckily it came with additional oh so flavorful sauce for dipping or to pour over the rice. Just delicious. His cabbage was tender. The salad was fine, but I should have added dressing (it's on a table by the counter). And I'd probably get the cabbage (veggies) next time. Also on the plate was a small perfectly cooked piece of sweet plantain. The television screen shows pictures of some of the dishes -- if you're not familiar with island food. The restaurant is small inside. And it is colorfully decorated. If you like reggae music, you will definitely enjoy the tunes. They do a lot of takeout -- but there are enough tables to dine in and a full bar. There is street parking nearby. Can't wait to come back to try one of their patties and their oxtail. Hopefully soon! Try it... you'll love it. read more

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Big O’s Island Vybz - Jamaican sodas (they also have coke, ting, etc etc) and other flavors.... - Caribbean Near Me - Pompano Beach, Florida

Big O’s Island Vybz - Brown stew chicken with peas n rice and salad - Caribbean Near Me - Pompano Beach, Florida

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Ryan B.

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Lunch special was great. Loved the flavor of the meat, cabbage, and rice. Not so kuch a fan of the meat va the bones in the neat you got. I'd pay a little more for deboned meat. Spicy beef patty was a mild spice but still great and the pocket it came in was light and airy which was good. And not to greasy like some other places. I'll have to come back for dinner and try something else so I can give them 5 stars or possibly keep it the same. read more

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Diana S.

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What a gem! great food , ambiance and service! Do yourself a favor and try this small local jamaican spot and won't be dissatisfied. read more

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Sebastian Z.

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The location is a free standing building. Well kept and clean. Private parking lot. The service to second to none. Family owned business. The FOOD ... crazy flavors and good size portion. Small will fill you up but get a large life's short! Affordable. 10/10 Highly Recommend you to visit them. read more

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K H.

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The customer service is always good, that's why this rating got a 2 instead of a 1. I ordered the oxtail lunch special. Rice and peas were delicious but the oxtail itself was definitely overcooked and tough. It tasted like it was just "beef". Definitely not falling off the bone. Last time I was here was definitely better. read more

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Absolutely delicious! Authentic Jamaican food! Close to the beach! Comes out quick and easy! This place is a hit!

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It feels and tastes like a home cook meal. The way they cook the oxtail here the meat is falling off like pulled pork and the bones are soft. I came in during lunch time on their menu it's 12.99 but when I check out the foods nearly $30? So do be careful tourist... read more

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Harold F.

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Great traditional Jamaican food served by friendly owners. Like being back in Jamaica

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Ricardo P.

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I absolutely love this restaurant so much i always get the rasta pasta with shrimp and oxtail, out of all of the rasta pastas i've ever tried around here , they definitely are my 1st pick for sure, the service is always wonderful and welcoming, staff are really nice and attentive. Overall i have to say this restaurant is definitely one of my favorites at the moment they deserve 5 STARS read more

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Wade C.

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I am finishing up my plate of a small Jerk Chicken with rice and peas, house salad, and mild and hot jerk sauce and I thoroughly enjoyed my meal! I recently have been craving jerk chicken and the last two places I've had were not good at all, just all spice and no flavor. I instantly tasted the flavor of this on my first bite and realized, " I should've ordered the Large" I ate all the chicken and rice within 4 minutes. It was Delicious. The service was kind with a smile, I believe this place is family-owned, and I met the wife and daughter. I WILL BE BACK FOR MY LARGE JERK CHICKEN! read more

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Charlene A.

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I'm a repeat customer and the food and service never disappoint. The food is fresh, delicious and seasoned to perfection. The staff is friendly, courteous and professional. I highly recommend for dine in or carryout, Big O's is definitely giving Island Vybz! read more

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Chris C.

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Great service. Good amazing. Best Jamaican patties!! We also got some chicken wings with fries. Delish read more

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If you haven't been, GO!! I experienced them through the app TooGoodToGo where you can purchase food at a very discounted price. It's called a surprise bag and I got a meal plus soup and everything was amazing!!! The place is nice, vybrant and very welcoming. Friendly service and amazing portions. I will definitely go back as a regular customer!! read more

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Stephanie D.

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This place is amazing. I am not a robot. I'm a real human when I tell you you guys don't need to walk run to this restaurant. The food quality is amazing. You may wait a little bit but good things come to those who wait I am very impatient, but I'm so grateful that I had the patience to wait for my food which was not a long time. It was just because it was so fresh and the chief put so much love in the food I mean like I can't say nothing but great things about this food Thank you thank you thank you read more

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Jason T.

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The helpings of food was a lot! The chicken was well seasoned and the pasta was great. The ambiance was welcoming. The service was honest, heartfelt, and welcoming!! read more

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The staff amazing The Vibe Amazing The Food amazing The location- amazing with free parking! Did I mention the food! I love supporting small black businesses and when I tell you this place is everything, I mean it! What went wrong.... They didn't offer me a bed to nap in!! lol seriously all was perfect! read more

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I recommend this place 10/10 to any one who LOVES island Jamaican food as much as I do!! Quality over quantity! The service was sweet & comforting & the food is spectacular!. It's worth the drive & the money spent! read more

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K B.

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This was my boyfriend's and my first time visiting Big O's Island Vybz. We accidentally arrived during closing time due to incorrect hours listed on Apple Maps. Despite this, Jowana made us feel incredibly welcomed. Her sweet demeanor and exceptional hospitality truly stood out, even as the restaurant was closing. The food and drinks were amazing, and we will definitely be coming back. Highly recommended! read more

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Catherine M.

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First off, I've only had the patties but they are to die for! We had the chicken and spicy beef, omg, so fricking good! We were greeted as soon as we entered and it's a quaint little spot with island vibes. I can't wait to try their other dishes! I'll update later! read more

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Wow this is good Jamaican food! I am looking to try new cuisines and find unique spots and after my husband brought me some food home for dinner I am now going to keep going back and can see why him and the guys always get it for lunch. This is a must eat at restaurant in pompano read more

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Monique S.

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We ordered the chicken curry and the jerk chicken. The good..chicken was cooked well for both dishes. The bad... not the best jerk I have had. I asked for jerk hot and it barely had any flavor. Certainly not hot by ANY means. Not even close to slightly spicy. We did like the curry tho. Nice flavor. We ordered thru door dash so I cannot comment on ambience or anything inside of restaurant. read more

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Sweetwater C.

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We were in search of some Caribbean food while visiting Pompano Beach. When we randomly noticed this Jamaican restaurant, we had to visit. We were in search of patties; however, they didn't have any so we stayed for lunch and had the jerk chicken, peas and rice, cabbage, etc. instead. Everything was delicious and well-seasoned. No complaints. Family-owned establishment. The owner was friendly and made us feel welcomed. read more

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Just tried this place for the first time via doordash. It was simply fantastic. Had the jerk chicken and rice and it was top shelf. Simply prepared and delicious. Absolutely will order from here again. read more

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Antonio T.

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One of my favorite meals I've had in a while. Great value for all the food I ordered. Staff was very friendly. Looking forward to coming back read more

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Ally K.

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Had the jerked chicken. Was not only tasty and delicious but plentiful for the price. We ate in but the place could be more inviting. But all in all....a 10. read more

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Jacob M.

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Great food just moved to the area from NY where is there is so many different types of food and carribean food has always been my all time favorite! This spot is an amazing choice! read more

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Nacole G.

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This was excellent! My friend and I came down from Jacksonville for an appointment and decided we wanted some Caribbean food. Although, I've lived in the area before, I wasn't familiar with any places to satisfy, so I Yelped. I agree with the other reviews! The food was excellent! The place is a little rustic, but yet very comfortable. Next we're in the area, we will return! read more

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Xena S.

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Food was excellent when they first opened the restaurant but it is not the same any more.

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Alexandria C.

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1st time trying this restaurant and certainly not the last. I got the small portion of the brown stew chicken and it was phenomenal. I had plenty of food to be stuffed with this portion. The meat fell right off the bone and was perfectly flavored. I loved the cabbage and rice and peas. So delicious I already can't wait to come back! I would recommend this restaurant to anyone! read more

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Tyrell F.

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Everything here was so fire. I will definitely be back. Service was A1 food A1 this is a spot you won't forget.

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Peter K.

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I love this place. Eating here really makes you feel like you're on vacation. The food quality never disappoints and the owner is often working the counter greeting you with a smile. read more

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7 SE 22nd Ave
Pompano Beach, FL 33062
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Does Big O’s Island Vybz serve alcohol?

Yes, Big O’s Island Vybz serves alcohol.

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Does Big O’s Island Vybz allow dogs?

Yes, Big O’s Island Vybz allows dogs.

Does Big O’s Island Vybz have TVs?

Yes, Big O’s Island Vybz has TVs.

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Does Big O’s Island Vybz have outdoor seating?

Yes, Big O’s Island Vybz has outdoor seating options.

Does Big O’s Island Vybz have parking?

Yes, Big O’s Island Vybz has parking options. Garage Parking, Private Lot Parking, Street Parking, Validated Parking

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Calypso Restaurant & Raw Bar

Friday lunch with a couple of friends. First time here…read more Very clean, colorful and comfy.. Our server Julio was efficient and knowledgeable. Now onto the grub... Calypso reminds me of a Caribbean Fish Shack (Lighthouse Point), with menus and blackboard special. Started off with an Arnold Palmer. Having never tried triple tail before, I was sold. I asked about jerk seasoning and Juan explained that since the triple tail is quite mild I may want it blackened instead so it's not overpowered. That and a side of pineapple salsa plus their "world famous" potato salad. My cohorts: she ordered fresh fried (tempura) shrimp with fries and he decided upon an interesting dish of scallops with pesto gnocchi. My fish was delicious with the pineapple salsa to cool it and my fellow diners raved about theirs. We were very satisfied and shall return.

I was excited to try Calypso based on the excellent reviews but had a mixed experience. My wife and…read moreI started with the house salad with miso ginger dressing, which was excellent--fresh, flavorful, and honestly one of the highlights of the meal. For the appetizers, we ordered the mango wings, honey garlic shrimp, and for our entree split the Caribbean grilled grouper with pigeon peas and rice and sweet plantains. I appreciated the unique flavor combinations and the creativity of the menu, but overall the dishes were underwhelming and lacked the seasoning I was hoping for. Everything was cooked well, but nothing really stood out enough to make me want to order it again. The service was excellent but the atmosphere seemed to cater to an older crowd. I'm sure there's probably a dish on the menu that I would enjoy, especially given how much I liked the salad, but based on this visit, it wasn't enough to bring me back.

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Blackened Dolphin

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The French Onion Mussels

Island Fusion Cuisine

5.0

(1 review)

4.4 mi

I came here while my oil was getting changed next door and WOW. The location is unsuspecting…read morebetween auto shops. First impression was how clean the inside is. It's small and has charming island vibes inside. The service was incredible, the owner is so warm and welcoming. But then the food... Hands down THE best jerk chicken I've ever had. The flavors... Truly tasted like I was back in the islands. The portion is huge and I'm excited to be eating my leftovers for dinner tonight AND lunch tomorrow. I also got the soursop juice and it's so fresh. I cannot praise this place enough.

From the owner: Island Fusion Cuisine provides the best culinary experience in Broward. Not only is the food to die…read morefor, the atmosphere is impeccable and the staff friendly and personable.

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Jacques Take Out Restaurant

4.0

(4 reviews)

2.0 mi

This place was small but clean, polite service, the food was ok not the best Haitian food I've had…read more I know because I'm Haitian. Cash only I had to dive to ATM.

Best Haitian food hands down in Browad county!! Whenever I'm…read morein South Florida It's a must that I stop by Jacques takeout for my Haitian food fix.

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Legume (mixed vegetable with stew beef)

Griot (fried pork chunks)

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Traditional Haitian breakfast

Donna's Caribbean Restaurant

5 stars great food and has options for everyone, vegetarian whatever. Great people, great prices. 5…read morestars for sure

Located along Atlantic Blvd., Donna's offers lunch, entrees, sides, and cold beverages. Upon…read moreentering, you can see the trays of various foods that was being served. There is no table seating. After overlooking the menu displayed on the wall, one of the employees prepared my order of a medium sized brown stew chicken which was served with rice & peas and salad. The employee also put a nice amount of sauce over the rice...definitely appreciated that. Here's what I thought about the food: * the rice & peas was cooked to a soft consistency * the chicken was browned nicely, tender, and full of flavor * the salad was fresh, but had no dressing or vinaigrette added. Was just lettuce with a few shredded carrots throughout With the exception of the salad, the food was enjoyable. May visit this location again whenever I get the taste for Jamaican food.

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Silverspoon Takeout

Tiny hole in the wall, but totally worth stopping in at. I…read morehad the curry chicken lunch special for $5 and it tasted great. Huge meal, great flavor and awesome price. I got the rice and beans with Gravy on the rice and it was the bomb. I'll be back, this place is a hidden gem

This place has dramatically changed over the years. I've been coming here since about 2018…read more Back then it was about from $5-$6 for an entire standard sized White foam box FILLED with food that 2 people could share, or could be enjoyed as leftovers. But now this place has gotten very ridiculous. It's over $20 for a large sized box of food. Imagine $3-$4 extra just for a drink. You pay nearly $30! Then to get me to stay just so I wouldn't leave, staff told me that they had a lunch special for $8.99 ...which came out to $9.24 for a tiny little box with such a small amount of food served inside, NO DRINK INCLUDED! The food here is very good especially their cabbage, but it's definitely not even worth it because of their prices and small, terrible portions!

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Nearly $10 curry chicken lunch special with such little bit of food inside, this is SO TERRIBLE!

Flavor's Caribbean Resturant

Service was amazing! From the moment you walk in the door there's a lady who greets you and you…read morefeel welcomed right away. The food? The food was excellent! I had the jerk chicken and white rice, and a patty. Ill definitely be back to try the ox tail and rice and peas. Highly recommend.

The restaurant is in a strip plaza. It is easy to spot. It isn't very large inside but it does have…read moreinside sitting. It is a casual place. As you first walk in they have a counter with the displayed food items. A menu and specials are listed on top. You order and pay at the counter and you get your food. This place is more of a takeout spot. I got Jerk Pork. It was very good. The portion was a good size. It tasted good. I got some fried balls that tasted great. I wanted more. The ackee and saltfish dish was good. I bought some patties they only had some left I wish I had bought more. I liked them. I must say I did like the food. The service was friendly. The staff welcoming and nice. This is a locals spot and so it must good.

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Brown stew chicken Side of Cabbage

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Family Bakery In Pompano

4.5

(2 reviews)

1.7 mi

Finally another bakery in Pompano! I cant even call it a Haitian bakery because they have all kinds…read moreof Caribbean baked goods. Don't come here if you have a sweet tooth! Lol The space is a grab and go style bakery. There are no tables or chairs. Just a counter and the delicious treats. You can call ahead to see what they have freshly made that day. It's a plus because they are open 7 days a week. The owners are so amazing and you feel right at home coming here. This is my new spot!

Stop here to grab a quick snack before my run. I got a beef and fish patty which were really good.read more

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#1 Haitian bakery serving Miami, Fort Lauderdale and now coming to you in Pompano Beach

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Donna’s Caribbean Restaurant

2.9

(38 reviews)

5.0 mi

Certified verified Jamaican spot. Low price and great service. Very fast and great people.read more

Great lunch special. Nice employees. Way better than fast food. Try their lunch curry goat on wed n…read morefri.

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King Fish

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Malvo's Chill Spot

First of all, very kind and inviting service. The food is equally as pleasant. The chicken was…read moreplentiful, moist and flavorful. The rice and peas were PERFECTION! I will be back!

The place did not exist there was no food truck it was a random dark street we drove around…read morelooking for the place and found a dead end dark I found the gas station no food truck

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Jerk Chicken Meal

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The Hen and The Hog

Wow what a good find, and near to where my partner gets his car repaired to boot! Great food and…read moreservice in a sort of farmhouse themed neighborhood place. 5 star service: incredibly friendly service. Everyone was smiling and helpful, and it felt very neighborly 5 star food: the food was excellent too: power omelette was fantastic and my partner's eggs Benedict was good too 5 star ambience: from the shape of the windows and roof, it's an old Pizza Hut location that's been repurposed. It's cute and quaint inside and out. Even the men's room had a corrugated metal wall

Monday 7/20/2026…read more Service (22 points) * Waiting to be seated (0-4) 2 There was no wait to be seated. However we tried to go on the weekend and there were people waiting outside so we decided to go the next day Monday around 10 - 11 AM. There were about 3-4 other patrons when we arrived. * Host greeting/professionalism / introduction (0-4) 0 - Neither of our hosts introduced themselves / no name tags, so I will call one blondie (mostly blond hair and brown/back roots) and Blue Tips (Blue Tip nails). So blondie didn't introduce herself but she seated us and passed us off to blue tips. Blue tips was behind us and completely unprofessional saying to the bus boy "That crazy b**** at the cash register" talking drama about a co-worker in front of customers. I didn't catch any names but this was completely inappropriate Expecially with children around. * Server attentiveness (0-5) 1 - didn't check In after we received our food. Was going to ask for something but couldn't. * Drink refills (0-4) 3 - this is the only time Blue Tips Checked on us by this time I had already eaten my food I obviously didn't need anything at that point. They also cleared the table at this time of finished plates. * Wait for check/payment (0-5) 4 - didn't have to wait for the check very long. Food (25 points) * Taste (0-10) 4 - I ordered the BLT and my partner ordered pancakes and eggs. The taste was mid / okay. Not the best BLT or pancakes. * Temperature/Freshness (0-5) 5 - food was fresh and warm. * Presentation (0-5) 0 - my BLT was just a tiny sandwich. Host did not bring mayo packets. There were no sides with my meal. * Portion & Value (0-5) 1 - the pancakes were huge however compared to my measly BLT sandwich it felt disappointing. There should be something else with the sandwich most places give me chips or fries or baked beans or some kinda side. The BLT sandwich was not very filling. My partner wasn't able to finish his pancakes. Allergy (10 points) * Staff knowledge of allergies (0-3) 3 * Accommodation options (0-4) 2 no allergy menu * Confidence in food safety (0-3) 3 - informed them of my seafood and mushroom allergy. Accessibility (ADA) (10 points) * Accessible parking or drop-off (0-2) 0.5 - more on this below. * Step-free entrance / ramps / automatic doors (0-2) No automatic doors, not sure about ramps / step free entrance. * Wide aisles & accessible seating (0-2) 1 mid spacing may have some trouble. * ADA-compliant restroom (0-2) Didn't check out the restrooms. * Overall ease of navigating the restaurant with mobility devices (0-2) 1 it would be somewhat difficult. Environment / Ambiance (8 points) * Cleanliness (0-3) 3 * Décor (0-2) 1 tacky to much visual stimuli * Comfort & atmosphere (0-3) 2 Parking (5 points) * Availability (0-2) 0 on weekends 2 on Monday * Ease of access (0-2) 1 it's hard to get out of the parking lot when full. * Safety (0-1) 0 they need to repave the parking lot. There is a huge bump area I tripped over and was so close to falling. Huge liability. Restrooms (5 points) Didn't check the restrooms. * Cleanliness (0-3) * Stocked supplies (0-1) * Maintenance (0-1) Sensory (5 points) * Lighting (0-2) 2 * Odors (0-1) 1 * Overall sensory comfort (0-2) 1 Noise Level (3 points) * Comfortable for conversation (0-3) 2.5 LGBTQ+ Rating (2 points) * Welcoming & inclusive environment (0-2) 1 Would Be Back / Recommend (5 points) * Would return (0-2) 0 not after having the unprofessionalism, difficulty with parking, and very small BLT sandwich with nothing else. * Would recommend to others (0-3) We are here with my partners whole family 4 couples / parents / 2 kids and told them to avoid this place. Not sure why it has such good reviews.

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Madness Buffet

Wish there was a sixth star available! We try Chinese Buffets all over the country as we travel,…read moreand this place jumped to our favorite before we were even done with our first plate! Food quality, was amazing, as was the variety. Cleanliness was top notch, and the service was perfect. Prices were very reasonable for the area, especially after experiencing the quality. Wish we lived closer, so we could go here often.

Good all you can eat Asian buffet…read more Hot prepared items Mongolian section Sushi Desert section I'd offer a 5 star but the hostess has problem of no comprehension Try to ignore that when u arrive Hopefully they can fix that

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Lucky Fish Beach Bar & Grill

It was amazing the food amazing our server Nikki was SUPER nice, for starters we got the taco…read moreTuesday chicken and nachos and it was super good but they accidentally gave us the tuna nachos but we got the chicken tacos and got to keep the tuna tacos and they were both amazing next we ordered our food and we got the smash burger and fries. That's what I got and it was amazing next it started to rain, but every table has an umbrella so nobody got wet. It was really good. They're a bunch of curly down lizards around and we even saw an iguana in the bushes. Then after we played on the swingset, we ordered the fried Oreos, which was very good and all of that food that we got with all of the nachos. All of of the Aunt races that we ordered and the dessert was all under $100. Highly recommend.

Liked it. Food was ok. Fries cold but the chicken tenders were hot…read more We stood at the take out window before we were acknowledged. There were multiple employees moving around but just looking at us no one even said hi we'll be with you soon. Which was very disappointing. I don't like when establishments that are constantly busy treat customers as if they aren't valued. There was music playing and nice decor.

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Great vibes at the bar

Tuna Poke Nachos

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Sangria / Gin & Ginger ale

The Vault

The staff the food the crowd all was perfect ,the food is so good. Great soft jazz playing like an…read moreold Sunday brunch only Monday at noon. Opened the front door I was immediately greeted with a welcome. I just can't say enough about this place every time I go it's on point.

Me and my wife met my daughter for lunch. We were in a bit of a rush. The weight staff in the…read morekitchen did a great job of getting us in and out while serving us delicious food. Good mentally tell that all the sauces are homemade, including the ranch dressing which was the best one I've had in South Florida. Great lunch specials. We got burgers chicken egg rolls and smashed broccoli all were delicious and cooked with care. Large bar area would love to come back at night to try the cocktails. Some people were trying a blueberry lemon drop. They said it was delicious.

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Inside Decor

Deviled eggs, fried pickles and smashed broccoli

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Old Fashion

The Foundry

6/1/26-5:45pm- I wish I could give 10 Stars for incredible service, food and ambiance!…read more Great location with lots of parking options. Yes you need to pay but it's much less than LBTS and many other restaurant locations! There is both inside and outside seating most of the outside seating is under cover from the elements. My first time here and I chose an outdoor high top ( not under cover). It was partly cloudy and I was certain no rain on the way. I was wrong and just as I took one bite of my eggplant meatballs- pouring rain! Two of the servers- John was one and I don't know the other young man's name - they came so quickly and picked up all my things to minimize us getting wet! They were like Superheroes! I appreciated their quick response. Also assuring they were making a fresh appetizer for me. I moved to the outside bar ( completely under cover) and Todd took great care of me! I'm a fan for life! Great customer care and incredibly professional! Now to the absolutely delicious food!!! The happy hour is fabulous with great options! The main menu has something for everyone! I chose to order off the main menu. I ordered the Eggplant Meatballs.. wow!!!! Please refer to my pictures.. a very large portion of 5 meatballs! Unbelievably delicious! So much flavor and easily shareable! I did see a few of their flatbreads and burgers and they are my new choice! Both looked delicious!! My family owned restaurants in Manhattan and I am culinary trained/a former Director of Catering and Sales for Ritz-Carlton .. I can easily say Their attention to detail, customer care and the quality of their food is outstanding! I am in the process of moving back to Ft Lauderdale from Palm Beach and I can't wait to add The Foundry to my dining rotation! Thank you for exceeding my expectations!

I've been here a couple times before. People always rave about it but I always have an average…read moreexperience. I came here for dinner on Mother's Day Sunday and the place was pretty sparse. Despite it being super dead, our server (who my mom pointed out has worked here for forever) was acting like he had 50 tables. It took forever to get him to come over and order anything from him, he was a mess. Other than the terrible service, the food was pretty good. Nothing to run home about but it wasn't bad. Everything was hot and came out relatively quickly and was made correctly. There was some sand in my clams, but I feel like that happens often when eating shellfish so I won't hold it against them. The seats are also super comfy and I like how they have 2 bars and both indoor and outdoor seating.

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Tasty cheesecake

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Cucumber martini and Old-fashioned

La Vie Lebanese Restaurant

Went to La Vie and had a great experience. We went to this place randomly after wanting to try some…read moreauthentic Mediterranean food. The first thing we noticed, which was a bit unexpected, was the decor. The ambiance was really nice and inviting. This is the type of restaurant where someone could host a party. The service was really good too. We received water almost immediately after being seated, and our server came by shortly after. The manager stopped by throughout our visit to provide recommendations, and he was really nice. It made the experience feel more personal. For our appetizer, we ordered the Baba Ghannouj, which complemented the pita bread really well. It was our first time having it, and we did not know what to expect, but it was great. It was really flavorful, and we finished it wanting more. For our entrees, we had the Lamb Chops and the Seafood Tagine. The lamb chops were great. It was not a huge portion, but the meat was flavorful and cooked well. The presentation was also really nice. The Seafood Tagine looked great, and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. Everything about the dish worked well together, and we felt that all the flavors complemented one another. There was a good harmony between the ingredients. For dessert, we ordered the Kunafa, which was another first for us. We had never had it before, but the description really sold us on it. It was really good. This is the kind of dessert that is best shared since it is a little heavy. Toward the end of our visit, a belly dancer came out to perform, and it was really exciting. La Vie is a great restaurant, and we will definitely return. We felt as though we got a true Mediterranean experience during our visit.

I went here on a double date and had a great time. Our waiter recommended a great Arab wine we'd…read morenever heard of before, chateau reserve gold, so that was nice to try. We started with batata harra and cheese bulak. Both were great! The potatoes in the batata harra were very well seasoned and flavorful. The cheese bulak was good but might be a little off putting if your not use to mintiness in your cheese. A belly dancer came out and went around to all the tables and really engaged with everyone. For our entrees we got chicken tagine and lamb chops. I must say the lamb chops were phenomenal. Perfectly seasoned and grilled to perfection. I definitely recommend getting them medium. All in all if you're looking for something different definitely go check it out!

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La Vie 2018 TripAdvisor certificate of excellence

Cold Mezza Supreme

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Belly Dance Friday & Saturday!

Topgolf

We were looking for an weekend activity and my kids recommended Topgolf. They had visited with…read moretheir summer camp and loved it so we decided to check it out. We booked our reservation online and the process was pretty easy. Total cost was $136 for 5 people playing for 2 hours. It felt like it was a bit high, but bowling or a movie for 5 can be like $100 and it's not like there are other Topgolf knockoffs to choose from. Anyway, we arrived a bit early but they took us right in. There were a variety of different games you could play where you could get points even if you didn't get the best shot. So the kids were able to complete pretty well with us adults and even win a few rounds! They had a food and drinks available but we had eaten prior to arriving and didn't get anything. The offerings were chicken tenders, pizza, burgers and the like. Prices seemed reasonable. Overall we had a really good time and would likely go back at some point. Five stars from me.

Really fun activity to do with friends. Came here for my husband's birthday with five of our close…read morefriends who have never picked up a golf club in our lives. We had an absolute BLAST getting outside of our comfort zone and trying something new. There is something truly exhilarating about cracking the ball and seeing it fly onto the course.They have really fun games you can designate like Sonic or Angry Birds. The staff couldn't have been more lovely! Our initial bay had a faulty screen that they couldn't fix. They immediately moved us over to another bay and gave extended us 20 minutes for the inconvenience. We didn't order food, but we did order cocktails. They were just okay. I highly recommend making a reservation coming during the day versus night because the price point is drastically different by day and time. We came on a Saturday from 12-2 and paid $40 for up to six people. The check in experience is phenomenal through their app. If you're looking to try something new on the weekend, check them out!

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