Came to Café MoBay for the first time, and we were so impressed. The food was absolutely delicious. We got the sampler platter with braised oxtail, jerk chicken, curry goat, plantains, and rice & peas so we could try a little of everything. It was the perfect size for two. The meat melted in your mouth, and the sauces were incredibly flavorful and not too spicy. We also split a very nice bread pudding for dessert. We liked the ambience and the music - nice for a date night, not too loud and not too soft. The chef Patrick was really hospitable and explained the different dishes to us. The prices were good and we left stuffed. A fantastic experience and I can't wait to come back. read more

Was out in Jersey for a soccer tournament and a group of us decided to try out this spot after and it did not disappoint. Cozy spot with ample space and seating. It's in a dry town so they don't serve alcohol, but they allow you to BYOB. The service was really good. Friendly and efficient, and felt very homely. Even though we were a big group of like 15 and only one 2 gentlemen working, they were really efficient and on point. The food was really good! Everything came out hot and fresh and was seasoned to perfection. I tasted my friend's fried chicken and fell in love! So much so, I placed an order of just the chicken to go! I had: Jerk chicken tacos - 5/5 Crab fried rice - 4/5 Fried Chicken- 5/5 (amazing! Seasoned and fried perfectly) Definitely recommend this spot and would go back if I'm in the area! read more

Cafe MoBay - The gang - Caribbean Near Me - Bloomfield, New Jersey

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The food was great our chef/owner/ waiter gave impeccable service. Everything was delicious. I'm definitely going back.

We ordered takeout and everything was delicious! The yuca balls with the guava lime sauce were amazing, I would go back just for them. The jerk chicken and coconut rice and jerk tacos were also delicious. Overall, highly recommend! read more

Popped into this restaurant for my brother's graduation lunch. We got there early Tuesday and had the restaurant to ourselves. The service was great and the restaurant was very clean. The bathroom is also very clean just a tad bit small, but that is okay! We got several appetizers but I only tried the conch fritters and they were tasty! I was encouraged to try the sorrel juice and I'm glad I did! The taste is a perfect balance and the ginger really is refreshing! My main entree was the herb salmon and it was truly delicious. I truly savored every bite along with the spinach and mashed potatoes that came with it. I also ordered a side of plantain because I could not resist and it was perfectly made. Lastly I got to try the bread pudding and molten cake which were both very rich and tasty. I preferred the molten cake but everyone on the table truly loved both. the food did take a little while to come out but everything was made fresh and to perfection! Everyone ordered either oxtail, jerk wings, or chicken stew and truly loved their meal. If you are looking for a filling Jamaican dish that is full of flavor this is the place to go. read more

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First time visiting, The place is a nice intimate clean cozy chill place.. The service was good and the waitress was very nice and accommodating.. I came with my dad and sister.. I ordered the Yaad sampler that came with jerk chicken, oxtails and curry goat.. The was food was good but a little salty.. My dad had the jerk pork with peas and rice and my younger sister had French toast.. Everyone enjoyed their food.. I recommend this place.. read more

Very friendly service and delicious authentic food. We split a sampler platter between two people, and it was a good amount of food. The jerk chicken was my favorite. read more

8/11/24; 8/13/24 & 8/16/24 We found Cafe Mo Bay through Grubhub. We don't like going out on Sundays hehehe Our order was Ackee and Fish and Jerk Chicken and a side of Cornbread with Mango Butter. Everything was delicious!! Of course we had to go out and try in person. We got Mango Punch, Snapper Roll, Oxtail with Rice and Peas and Jerk Pork with Rice and Peas and a side of Collard Greens. Mango Punch has a hint of ginger which gives it a super refreshing taste. Snapper Roll, is genius, we've never seen fish inside a roll that wasn't sushi and it was sooooooo good lol. We wish it was more than just 2 rolls. Oxtail was tender and flavorful and Jerk Pork was delicious. The Collard Greens were good but something was missing... I didn't see any meat pieces so probably not made with ham hock or turkey so it was plain. We went back again by chance, we saw another restaurant on our way the 1st time so we wanted to try it but they were close so since we were already in the area we stopped in again :) Cod Fritter, Curry Goat with Coconut Rice and Snapper with Callao Rice and Spinach. Cod Fritter needed more fish but it was delicious and the sauce was perfect. Curry Goat was tender and so good, and I don't like goat because it can be gamey but this was not gamey. Snapper in brown stew sauce, this was different but worked! I just picked up the fish with my fingers lol Patrick the owner/chef was pleasant and a pleasure to chat with. Food does take a bit to come out but you know it is super fresh and totally worth the wait. Luckily we were there during weekdays where there are less people. I think we just found our favorite Jamaican restaurant. read more

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Whenever friends and family are in town, or I'm seeking comfort food nearby, MoBay will always be my go-to. They're consistent and I'm always happily stuffed by the staples: Jerk chicken, Curried chicken or goat roti, Ackee and fish, Beef or veggie patties & coco bread. And of course Sorrel. They play the classics which I appreciate, and the ambiance is chill with indoor and outdoor seating when the temps are cool. Such a wonderful staple in the area. read more

Exceptional food, great service, fun ambiance! We loved the music and feel of the place, and enjoyed fresh food served by personable waitstaff. We WE WILL BE BACK! read more

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Went for live music on a rainy Saturday night. White meat jerk chicken dinners. I like spicy but the sauce was very mild. Jerk shrimp great amount of spice. My plantains were dry tonight. Order cornbread with your dish. The complimentary piece will have you craving more. The staff is attentive. The food is coming out at island speed and worth it. read more

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Stopped here around mid-afternoon on a Sunday. The restaurant sits on a busy street in Bloomfield where other eateries are. Parking in the street only but not too hard to find. I was the only customer but the young lady was very friendly and sweet., honoring when I needed time and even suggesting some dishes. The atmosphere is a chill vibe. Nice jazz music playing, place is clean and nicely decorated. I ordered the jerk chicken wrap (to dine in) and the jerk chicken spring rolls to go. Now onto the food. The jerk chicken wrap and salad was nicely presented, however lacked flavor. There was a small hint of jerk flavor that I detected but other than that, nothing. I am quite used to Caribbean food and flavor as I grew up on it, so I know what to look for. There were only 3 spring rolls and they were small. Most especially for $12. Needless to say, I was a bit disappointed especially since they got great reviews. I guess the food is better in the evening when they have more customers? I was the only customer the entire time I sat there. read more

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Food , service, Ambiance... EXCELLENT. This place never ever misses. We even got catering from here for our baby shower and the food disappeared in minutes! Small mom/pops restaurants. Always great Caribbean jams. The food and the flavors are always consistent. Literally the best Caribbean restaurant iv ever had, and around the area. A must! . All different visits. read more

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Gimme'Mo Cafe MoBay!! Great choice for my brothers birthday brunch! The aroma drifting from the kitchen stirred my appetite. We were greeted and seated right away by the waitstaff of 1. He brought us glasses right away when he saw we brought a bottle of bubbly. He explained the menu and the specials and left us to decide. The appetizers came out piping hot and flavorful! The cod fish fritters were my favorite. The apps were brought out in a timely manner with more than enough time to enjoy before the main dishes arrived. I ordered the goat stew which I enjoyed very much. This highly flavored dish made my mouth water. The meat was tender, the rice was fluffy and the cabbage was very tasty. I had a bite of the chicken stew, the pork and the ox tails which were all delicious. Will definitely order the ox tails my next visit. The food was plated very nicely. I was very impressed with what seamed to be a 2 person team. Although the dining room was not packed for lunch, we were a group of 7 adults and all went well. Will definitely return for the ox tail dinner when in the area or craving Caribbean food. read more

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So glad they were open in the middle of the winter storm! Very clean restaurant, amazing staff and exceptional customer service. The OX Tails?! OMG!!!! So good! I will definitely try them again when I am in town from Los Angeles. read more

Cafe MoBay - Braised Oxtail - Caribbean Near Me - Bloomfield, New Jersey

First time ordering take out from this restaurant. I ordered the jerk turkey burger. I received a burnt bun. I called to inquire about why they would even serve this to a customer. The manager I spoke with a male who would not give me his name stated he saw the bun and it was not burnt. So I decided to take a picture. He was very rude and disrespectful and told me then return the bun period. Mac and cheese was dry and reheated probably for the 10th time today. Shame on you guys. I don't know how you are still in business. read more

Cafe MoBay - Caribbean Near Me - Bloomfield, New Jersey

My friend & I came for dinner and I have to say, we enjoyed every single bite. The place was small and cozy, and can accommodate small to large groups. The owner/chef was friendly and the service was good. The food was delicious and came out piping hot. Everything was tasty with just the right amount of spice and heat. The price is reasonable, but be aware that the prices on the menu did not reflect the prices we were charged. We will definitely be back to try some of the other dishes. read more

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Thought I was having a meal from back home, but this was not it. The stew chicken was chopped into such small pieces. The codfish fritter had more flour than fish, it was shameful. Someone's Jamaican granny would give them a tongue lashing! Disappointed! Food wasn't anything to write home about. read more

This place is great! We got the yucca puffs and the vegetarian roti. Both were amazing. The yucca puffs come with this delicious sauce. The roti is pretty large, and has a large variety of vegis, and a really good flavor. It's not the only Jamaican restaurant in Bloomfield, but the vibe/inside is much more eat-in worthy than its competitor. The inside is nicely decorated and the music is great. I would totally go back here. Oh and btw - good for vegetarians too! read more

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By the amount of pictures taken you should' be able to tell that I completely love this restaurant. First off, the pricing was perfect and matched the quality and quantity of each plate received. There was nothing we got that was not delicious. From the hot sauce which was so hot it made me hallucinate to the oxtail, every thing we ordered was 5/5. I can' sit here snd comfortably say that my experience here was nothing short of 10/10. The cod fish fritters - fried perfectly, nice amount a dough with a crazy good flavor. The sauce it comes on top of is also marvelous I think it was honey ginger. Awesome Three cheese baked macaroni and cheese- See, Im picky about my Mac & cheese but this one delivers. The top was nice and crusty while the inside was melted, hot & steamy greatness. Will definitely be getting again. Sorrel- refreshing every time but this is the best batch I've ever had. I wish I had rum because it would've been a match made in heaven. Hot Banana bread- I was going for the peach cobbler but god told me this will be just as good and let me tell you...it was! One of the best desserts ever. The hot sauce - this hot sauce teeters on in great and absolutely amazing. The island curry island shrimp. This is hands down some of the best shrimp I've ever had. If you know New Jersey you know we do seafood very well but not every place that sells seafood has quality shrimp. Cafe mobays shrimp was like it was caught and prepared within the same hour. It was fresh, peeled well, cooked to perfection. I hate when i order shrimp and it comes back so small and less than bite sized. This was perfect and I had leftovers that were just as good. Overall I have come back here 3 times since this post and I will continue to return where great food is served and so should you. read more

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We went here by chance, when the Greek restaurant upmthe street couldn't accommodate us. But we'll go back on purpose! Everything was really good. The place is clean and cute - even the bathroom! I got the jerk chicken with plantain and callaloo and enjoyed every bite. Husband got BBQ ribs with collards and mashed potatoes and said all was good. We enjoyed the musical selections, too. Service was relaxed but attentive. A couple people came in for takeout, and there was one other party there. Why isn't this place busier on a Friday night? read more

Muy buena comida, mi esposa quien es de Jamaica le dio el visto bueno y dijo que la hizo sentir en casa de su abuela. Friendly staff, no habían muchas personas en el momento, el ambiente estaba muy tranquilo, el lugar muy limpio y con buena musica. read more

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My boyfriend and I chose to eat at Cafe Mobay last minute for our anniversary and we made a great choice! There is nice outdoor seating available and if you want to eat indoors their playlist is awesome! Service was great, out waiter was very nice and friendly. There were no issues with waiting for the food or anything we needed, big plus! BRAISED OXTAIL - I usually get oxtail whenever I come to a Jamaican spot, and this oxtail was something serious dude. That GRAVY is so deep with flavor and the tenderness of the braised meat is so comforting. I'm going to have to come back for this dish alone! COD FISH FRITTERS - They were a little too doughy for me, but I enjoyed them! The honey ginger dressing is what makes this dish stand out to me. It has notes of coconut milk that I really love. SORREL - if you haven't had this before you need to!!! This drink is for my spiced drink lovers out there! It's refreshing and infused with different spices and aromatics to make this the perfect drink to wash it all down with. All in all, I'm happy that I was able to eat good food with good company at Cafe Mobay and it won't be the last time! Come support this great restaurant for your next meal! read more

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Lovely restaurant! Came here to fulfill my craving for curry goat! This place did not disappoint! It wasn't too busy and the staff was super attentive! Good sized portions for very tasty food! Will definitely come back with friends and indulge in more of the menu! read more

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I have been to many places that offer Jamaican food. Cafe Mobay is to me the best place to dine or order to go Jamaican food in Clifton for sure! Dining ,food and service is Excellent! I know because I'm a regular customer. read more

I have been past this place many times but never noticed it. I was looking forward to trying some of their vegetarian dishes. I called in my order of vegetable dumplings in jerk sauce and a chicken and beef patty for later. The man told me it would be $15 and ready in 20 minutes. When I arrived I had to park illegally because that area is busy. I arrived and waited about 10 more minutes for my food. I paid with credit card and left. When I got home I dug in and the dumplings were ok. The sauce wasn't too bad, it had a little kick because of the jerk sauce. All in all I had an ok experience. I need to try a couple more dishes for sure though. read more

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Looked to try a new restaurant to us and grab takeout from Cafe Mobay. The service was good. I was a little nervous there wasn't anyone dining in but willing to give it a try. I said a prayer and hoped my stomach wouldn't be bubbling. The food was ok. It wasn't as fresh or flavorful as I would have liked. The oxtails weren't tender with hard meat surrounded around the fat and bone. It had a little flavor profile. You could tell this was old. The jerk chicken had good spice, but you could tell it was reheated a few times where the taste was borderline old. The fried red snapper had little flavor, but the oil smelled old. The stew chicken was mid-flavor. The patties were good. The portion size of the meat and veggies was small incomparison to the amount of (Uncle Ben's) rice it was served with. I paid over $120 for lackluster food that was reheated numerous times before it was packaged to me & my family. read more

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The food is really good . The Roti was delicious and so was the curry chicken. The food is really amazing . Will definitely go back again. read more

Cafe MoBay - Caribbean Near Me - Bloomfield, New Jersey

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Ordered take out from here and they did not disappoint! We ordered the yucca puffs, pepper pot soup, plantains, goat roti, jerk chicken entree, jamaican beef patty, and hot bread pudding so we really got to try a wide variety of things on their menu. Everything tasted great - I like a little bit more heat though so if they could have "spice levels" that would be a plus for me. If they also had some spicy Jamaican beef patties, I probably would've ordered 10 of them lol. Overall, I'd come back for more read more

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The food is amazing. We help a Munch and Brunch there and people are still talking about the food. We will use the services again. Thank You! Patrick read more

Cafe MoBay - Munch and Brunch affair - Caribbean Near Me - Bloomfield, New Jersey

First time ordering I was beyond impressed! The macaroni and cheese pie was on point, bringing me right back to when I visited Grenada several years ago, as they cook it there as well. Oh the nostalgia! Chicken roti was fantastic and extremely fresh, and I also really loved the callaloo. I mean, how can a simple vegetable taste so good? Can't wait to try other dishes! read more

Cafe MoBay - Chicken roti - Caribbean Near Me - Bloomfield, New Jersey

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I had the cod fritters as an appetizer here. The only problem there was no cod in them! They tasted ok/good, but they were more like fried zeppolis without the powdered sugar. For dinner I had the stew chicken with Mac and cheese and plantain. The stew chicken was delicious! But, it was mostly all bones barely any meat! I kid you not, but it was around 4 ounces of meat all together! The rest were just bones! That's the main reason for the 3 star rating, and why I wouldn't come back. The Mac and cheese was dry, and not cheesy. The plantains were good! The best part of my meal was the bread pudding! It was delicious! If you go definitely order it! The owner was really nice, and the place was clean. Hopefully, he can improve on some things by reading my review. read more

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Amazing food and a very friendly staff! Highly recommend the Oxtail and Curry goat! Try their in house hives as well. The sorrel can't be missed! read more

Great ambiance and even better food. Cornbread? Delicious Sorrel and Lemonade? Refreshing and delicious Codfish fritters, yucca puffs, and escovitch snapper rolls? Absolutely amazing Fried whiting meal? Soul satisfying We will definitely be back! read more

Delicious Jamaican food! My husband and I gave this cafe a chance and know we will be returning customers from our first meal. I ordered the oxtail and he got the jerk chicken. We took our order to go, which gave us permission to lick the containers. The serving sizes were huge, I absolutely have left overs. We also got sides of Mac and cheese. Flavors were good, but felt a bit dry. It needed more cheese! I would love to try their brunch menu one day. I also wish their prices were updated on their menu and website. Prices have gone up on everything and I didn't know until it was time to pay. I'm glad we did because the food was great, but I wish we had a heads up as a customer checking out their menu for the first time. read more

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Excellent through out - food, service and atmosphere. Also, which is rare, it's not loud, you can actually have a normal conversation without having to shout across the table. There's cool jazzy background music that adds to the enjoyment. We ordered the oxtails, salmon and BBQ baby ribs. All tender, delicious with perfect mashed potatoes, collard greens and cabbage sides. You must try this place, no regrets read more

HIGHLY RECOMMEND. I've been a local around this area for many years and always passed this Jamaican restaurant. FINALLY my curiosity was put to rest....Today I had my first sit down dinner and everything was absolutely exquisite! The service was just as excellent (s/o to Lenny) for the great conversation and company. I ordered the Southern Hush Puppies, Braised Oxtail w/ rice, peas, cabbage, Whiting Fish Fillet w/ Mac and cheese, cabbage, and a side of Collard Greens. If you never had food before, then please check out this lovely place. You're stomach will be happily filled and your tastebuds will seriously thank you. No doubt about it! Definitely will be returning. #SupportLocal #HappyFoodDanceActivated read more

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Amazing food,I took my girlfriend here and we ordered the Yucca puffs and cornbread for an appetizer, with curry goat stew and filet fish for an entre. Everything was fresh and very flavorful. Plus, the cornbread came with this delicious mango butter on top, which I thought was unique. read more

If you love lots of flavor in your food especially oxtail.... Try their dish out! You won't be disappointed!! Things to know: - Street parking BUT there is parking in the back....its hidden....once you pass the restaurant TO YOUR RIGHT slow down and immediately make a right after the Mediterranean restaurant then....once parked look for a gate...walk through ... Make first 2 rights and its there - Last Friday or Saturday of the month they have a live reggae band or DJ.. follow their facebook page for updates - THEY NO LONGER OFFER LOCAL GROUPONS updated on FB page on April 16th - They offer Saturday and Sunday brunch My faves: Braised Oxtail with rice and beans and spinach - WOW lots of flavor... I ATE IT ALL! So tender...the sauce mmmm it was delicious...I also got candied yams. It was ok...guess I may have wanted it a bit sweeter. My husband's goat curry was delicious too. I enjoyed the oxtail better. We all know oxtail don't have a lot of meat but because of the sides I was full! I wasn't thrilled with the jerk chicken wings. I thought it was dry...it wasn't as juicy as I thought it would be. The Jamaican patty surprisingly did not have the cocoa bread...very shocked! My favorite apps was the cod fish fritters and hush puppies both fried to crisp on the outside...yummy! I didn't care for the mango punch. It was spicy and it was $6 ugh wish I didn't get it and stuck with a ginger ale. I did love their mango sorbet. It has pieces of fresh mango....my kids killed it!! I didn't have a chance to take a pic with it. I would definitely come back especially for the music. I know the place is new. Service was a bit slow but it won't stop me from coming again. Really nice staff. I will look forward to next visit especially brunch. - read more

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I tried Cafe MoBay last night for the first time and it did not disappoint! The woman on the phone was very pleasant and personable. We ordered the oxtail with rice&peas and a side of Mac and cheese . Also the island jerk pork with sweet plantains and another side of Mac and cheese. It was phenomenal! From the exceptional customer service to the beautiful ambiance when picking up the food I will definitely be dining there in the future. It was super clean and cozy. If youre in the Bloomfield area definitely check it out ! Don't forget to try the homemade mango punch as well as the lemonade ! Thank you Cafe MoBay for the wonderful food and service. read more

Cafe MoBay - Caribbean Near Me - Bloomfield, New Jersey

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