A great foray into Haitian cuisine. The Haitian Griyo dish was delicious and quite massive for the…read moreprice. It contained griyo (fried pork shoulder), rice and beans, bannann peze (fried plantains), pikliz (pickled veggies), side salad, and Sos Ti-Malice (warm hot sauce). The fried items in the dish were both flavorful and quite tender. The pikliz (pickled veggies) were a necessary, very tasty complement to the dish. The hot sauce was nice and quite balanced spice-wise. I also got the Soursop with Ginger and Lime drink (ask for their fresh juices). It was refreshing, with an intense ginger burn after each sip. However, it was pretty expensive at ~$9. Note that certain pictured menu items may not be available and other available items may not be on the menu. Definitely ask them for the current day's items. +1 for the solid service!

Pretty pricey for the quality, it's a mom and pop shop. Only one person who serves and cook for…read moreyou. Street parking. Most people order Togo because the restaurant is quite small and limited seating. If you want quick oxtail Jamaican food, you can find it here for the price of $26

Went to an event catered by Jamaica Mi Hungry earlier this year and it was FANTASTIC! Every single…read moredish was delicious and incredibly well seasoned. Some highlights: Garlic shrimp - these were huge and juicy with the perfect amount of garlic flavor. Having this on the rice and beans was heaven on a place and I had several helpings of this! Chicken - this was a little spicy for me, but that's just a personal preference. I could tell that this was well seasoned and people more tolerant to spice would love this - the chicken was still juicy and saucy. This also pairs well with the rice and beans! Plantains - nothing over the top but a nice sweeter bite to balance out the plate. Yummy! Mac n cheese - this was one I wasn't super crazy about - I think a bit more cheese would have been nice here but it wasn't a bad bite. All in all, 4/5 as there were some dishes that didn't blow me away, but the garlic shrimp with the rice and beans is to die for. Would happily have this again or go to the food truck location to order it!

I love Jamaican food so I try to venture out to Jamaica Plain as often as I can!! This unassuming,…read morecasual restaurant offers a wide variety of authentic Jamaican cuisine. Service was quick, seeing as you order from the counter. We ordered the jerk chicken plate with plantains and mac & cheese, and the oxtail plate with curry vegetable stew and rice & beans! The jerk chicken was tender and cooked nicely but wasn't the jerk flavor I was used to. It was a wet sauce instead of a dry rub and kinda tasted like teriyaki...? The plantains were normal, nothing crazy. Mac and cheese was lowkey yum, not too thick. Oxtail was better than the jerk chicken flavor-wise but the meat wasn't cooked as well. The meat didn't fall off the bone like other oxtail does :( The sauce was also a bit thin so it didn't coat the meat as well. The rice & beans were solid, had flavor to it and was even better with the sauce from oxtail. The veggie stew was good too but again, nothing crazy. Overall, I was very satisfied with my meal but unsure if I would go again. There are so many other places in/near JP that I would try first. Still, if you're looking for fast casual Jamaican food, check this place out!!

Good casual Caribbean food Jerk chicken was kinda dry would recommend the ox tail food size portionsread more

Takeout service. Food is passable, Customer service is nonexistent. You are barely acknowledged,…read moreno smile, no thank you. I return every few months from nostalgia for my past and not because of their present.

My partner and I got huevos fritos and choripan -…read more TASTE: 4/5 - the hot sauce we requested was spicy and sooo good! Loved it w my huevos fritos. The choripan's Argentinian chorizo, pickled red onions, and chimichurri were chef's kiss TEXTURE: 5/5 - crispy arepas and yuca fries, melty Edam cheese, and dense sausage. It all hit the spot PRICE: 5/5 - each dish was only $10.50, amazing SERVING SIZE: 4/5 - satisfied us for brunch SERVICE: 4/5 - walked in at 12pm on a Sunday and were the first ones seated, though many families gradually came in. Our waitress was friendly and helpful ATMOSPHERE: 4/5 - had always walked by Orinoco, and glad we finally stopped in to try. Colorful interior and Venezuelan decor PARKING: 4/5 - we're usually able to find a metered street spot right on Harvard St

Very cute place, vibrant, great food, salmon was cooked perfectly. Presentation of food also done…read morewell.

I was craving some soul food in the Boston area and I found The Coast Cafe on tik tok. Let's just…read moresay I was super happy I did! This place is super cozy with delicious food in Cambridge. I got the mixed chicken plate with Mac n cheese and candied yams. The chicken was very good--fried very well with great seasoning, a crispy exterior, and juicy interior. The Mac was very gooey and cheesy. And the yams were excellent as well. I thought the texture of the yams was near perfect--not too hard but not too soft and mushy either. Also not overly sweet. I also felt like the price was very fair. A lot of times, similar entrees can cost near $30, but this was just over $20 which was super reasonable especially for the quality. The staff was very kind and friendly as well. Keep in mind that the interior is quite small, so plan ahead on whether you're going to eat inside or take it to go. But overall I'd recommend this to anyone in the area, and I'd love to go back!

I ordered from Coast Cafe expecting something special given all the awards and recognition--but…read morethis was a major letdown and honestly felt like a waste of money. Let's start with the "Jamaican" patties. These were not patties. They were empanada-style, lacking the flaky crust, seasoning, and depth you expect from a true Jamaican beef or chicken patty. At $5 each, that's not just disappointing--it feels misleading. Then the soul food. This is where it really fell apart. The chicken was dry, under-seasoned, and surprisingly small--more like an afterthought than a centerpiece. Soul food should be rich, flavorful, and comforting. This wasn't! The greens were another miss. No depth, no richness, and completely lacking the traditional pot liquor that gives them their signature flavor. It felt like a stripped-down version of what should be a staple dish.The only bright spot was the candied yams--they actually had flavor and were enjoyable. What's frustrating is the gap between reputation and experience. When a place has awards and hype, you expect authenticity, quality, and consistency. This didn't deliver on any of that. Overall, I wouldn't return. There are too many places doing this food the right way to spend money here again.

Tasted amazing best in Boston for sure a hidden gem food was bomb so happy I found them while…read moredriving down Washington st a must try.

From the owner: A mixture of Caribbean Fusion dishes. Traditional and authentic, we take pride in providing the…read morebest service possible.

This place is amazing! I ordered a platter for a party and it was the best thing. The alcapuria was…read moremy favorite but everything was delicious. Highly recommended!

Great Puerto Rican food, a big selection on the menu and excellent service! Best plantains in Bostonread more

I'm still dreaming of the wonderful dinner had at Comfort Kitchen. Captivating and succulent global…read moreflavors stemming from Africa. Delicious were this evening's "Seared Okra", "Jerk Duck Drumettes", and, "Curry Prawns with Roti". Along with their comfy setting and personable service, many more reservations I'll be making here for years to come! CHEERS!

I came there as a party of eight and we sat outside. The food was good. A lot of the dishes were…read morevery unique which I love. We came on a Thursday night at 7 PM and the restaurant was pretty busy. The waiter told me we had to order everything all at once. The drinks were good and a lot of items were good. I'm glad I came here once, but I'm not sure it's somewhere I want to eat all the time. Get this: jerk duck drumettes, Elote Caesar salad, trout, prawn curry Worth trying: aachar beef, suya fennel Pass: fried okra

If you're not familiar with this place you may find it a little intimidating, but don't let that…read morestop you. People here are friendly. Go in, stand at the counter and order. You won't be sorry. I had a stew with meat, plantains, potato, dumplings. Clove was a prominent spice. Very exotic. I'm a white American guy and when we were on our way out a woman who worked there said "I'm surprised you ate that. I'm glad you did. We want more foreigners to come here".

They stay cancelling orders, 0/10 service tbh, they got to do better if they want customers.read more

La fabrica is such a fun vibe! Whether you're here for food, drinks or the dancing. They have live…read moremusic in the front, where it's open salsa night. We grabbed dinner before salsa / bachata. We split a bunch of food. The short ribs Mofongo was the star. I've been here many times and I always get the Mofongo. We also got some ceviche which we ate before any photos could be taken. We spent around $60 for two people, which in this economy is a steal! Then the live music to top off the night. Chef's kiss.

Food was okay, nothing really stood out. The chips for the ceviche were ridiculously hard…read more The place is really cute and the decor for the theme were on point (plus points to the bad bunny mural).