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    Caribana

    3.8 (50 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Beatrice A.

    Food was good. I ordered the oxtails which were a little on the salty side. My friend ordered the tacos because it was Taco Tuesday and they have those at a discount those days. The tacos could have had more meat in them than toppings. The plantains were cooked perfectly. The Mac and cheese was alright but I'd get another side on my next visit. Drinks were great, on the strong side. Service was awesome and would love to go next time to check out their brunch. They have daily specials and happenings so check out their website for more.

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    Neelam B.

    I recently dined at Caribana Cafe, and as a vegetarian, I was delighted by their selection of vegetarian dishes. The Jerk sauce, in particular, was a standout, adding a burst of flavor to the dishes. The staff provided excellent service, making the dining experience even more enjoyable. The ambiance of the restaurant was pleasant, creating a relaxed and inviting atmosphere. However, there was one drawback that I couldn't ignore. While the vegetarian options were delicious, I felt that the menu was somewhat limited in terms of variety. I would have appreciated a broader range of vegetarian choices to explore. Despite this minor limitation, I had a positive overall experience at Caribana Cafe and would recommend it to fellow vegetarians who enjoy Caribbean cuisine. One thing I want add more , my friend along with me appreciated Jerk Chicken taco as he was non-vegetarian.

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    Four stars, only because I'm holding on to that last star until I can visit again for some entrees. Stopped in last night after a Friday night football game for a drink and treat. The drinks are fantastic as was the apple empanada (I didn't try the plantains pictured). $12 for a good sized, delicious and strong drink seemed fair. But for an extra great value visit on Thirsty Thursday for half price specialty drinks. Hope to get back for musical trivia and the entrees! Also apologies to the staff we kept there late as we thought they were open later than they were supposed to be. They very graciously point it out but only after we were still there 40minutes after close. Hope to make up for the inconvenience by spreading the word on what they have going on there and getting more people to check it out!

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    Came in after a trip to six flags and had some great food and strong drinks. Food was fresh, drinks were strong. Space was clean and elegant.

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    Great food and atmosphere. I've been for lunch as well as a comedy event. Can't wait to check the live music when it comes back.

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    Island Express Restaurant

    Island Express Restaurant

    4.8
    (66 reviews)
    42.8 mi

    Thanks to fellow Yelpers for recommending this place! I haven't had an authentic taste of Jamaica…read morein a very long time. The jerk sauce immediately took me back and the chicken was super tender. The candied yams were sweet but not over done. The beans and rice needed more flavor so I added the spicy jerk sauce. My hubby enjoyed the patties. The storefront is located in a strip center off of Rt 38 and Rt 47 with parking in front. Few seats inside so we took it to go and had a picnic. Ask for extra napkins and two forks if you plan on sharing. .

    Ya Mon...this place is legit!…read more I am so glad my fellow Yelpers told me about Island Express in Elburn Illinois. Authentic home style Jamaican food with Island Flavor at reasonable prices. Mainly a takeout place with limited counter seating,each meal is prepared fresh. Jerk Chicken,Curry Goat and Oxtails are just a few of their Jamaican dishes. We tried their Veggy Patty and Chicken Patty. Flakey crust loaded with flavor. I didn't care for the chicken patty as it was chicken curry which I'm not a big fan of..wish it would have been listed on the menu in a different way. Ordered a side of their spicey jerk sauce which added additional flavor ....bonus! Also had their Medium Jerk Chicken platter with sides of red beans and rice and sweet candied yams. Everything was delicious. If you want to experience good Jamaican food minus the sand,ocean and Red Stripe Beer,this is definitely the place to go.

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    Queens Caribbean Kitchen

    Queens Caribbean Kitchen

    4.0
    (12 reviews)
    10.9 mi

    To start off with, the jerk chicken and the jerk pork alike are really solid. Very tender, and well…read moreseasoned. Additionally, the proprietor is quite kind and customer oriented. The beans and rice were undercooked, dry and not very well flavored. That was a surprise to me. The side of cabbage was a bit oily and also not very well flavored. Additionally, even though the printed menu has quite a few things on it, call ahead, because when we went, there was only chicken and pork on the menu. I will say that the portions are very generous, and so even one dish is enough for two people. I'm willing to go back again, because maybe it was just off the day that I visited.

    While shopping in downtown Antioch, IL, we stopped in Queens Caribbean Kitchen to check out the…read moremenu. The owner, Quinta, explained the dishes, showed us the private dining room and even made us a dish to sample. Right then and there we decided we wanted a group experience. Because we wanted to try everything, we requested a family-style dinner of jerk chicken, jerk pork, rice bowl (curry rice, black beans, mango salsa), steamed cabbage, fried plantains, rice and peas, fufu and egusi stew, with pineapple and coconut cakes and ice cream for dessert. We were not disappointed! Everything is home made with fresh ingredients and love. A big thank you to Quinta and her daughters for a very special and memorable night. Queens Caribbean Kitchen is primarily take-out but does have a few window seats if you want to eat in. I would urge you to gather your friends and fill up the private dining room and have the same great experience we had. Laughter and food... you can't ask for more.

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    Dadas Soul

    Dadas Soul

    4.0
    (36 reviews)
    7.7 mi

    I don't live near or go to Zion, but through a streak of serendipity found myself going that way on…read moreThursday and made a point to finally get to DaDa's Soul for some "Black people wings". So worth the trip. The wings were delicious and cooked right. Full wings, not wingdings, winglets, flats or whatever. Black people wings, y'all. Those sweet potatoes have to be a family secret. I've never had any that were so light, so soft, yet had so much flavor. And that mac and cheese. No runs, no drips, no errors. Nothing kills mac and cheese like being even a little soggy, but you'll never have to worry about that at DaDa's Soul. Somebody's putting a good portion of TLC in that mac and cheese because it WILL make you wiggle from that first bite. The blue lemonade was a nice washdown for this meal. Next time, I'll get it with some ice because I'm sure that will boost the enjoyment even more. I also had a slice of chocolate frosted yellow bundt cake, but had to wait a couple of hours to eat that because the meal was beyond satisfying. There seemed to be a hint of coconut flavoring in either the cake or the frosting, but not enough to turn me away. The young (to me) brother who took care of me really took care of me. I am not used to such personable service in casual establishments, but the welcoming and appreciative energy during my visit ensures that it will not be my last visit. I like that there is only one table in there. I was able to enjoy my lunch without distractions or disruptions.

    My dad and I were bursting at the seams but we couldn't stop eating! The food was amazing and owner…read moreis the definition of southern hospitality. Make sure to try the catfish filets!

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    Jerky Jerk

    Jerky Jerk

    4.0
    (54 reviews)
    22.3 mi

    My family got 2 meats and 2 sides with a ton of add on sides. Everything we ordered was fantastic…read more The service was great, the restaurant was clean, and the food was still fresh 20 minutes before close. We'll be back!

    Every time we've ordered from here we've come away with happy bellies and tastebuds!…read more What we get: Jerk Chicken - So good! The sauce is bright and tangy--obviously spicy, but so, so good. And there's really no place similar in this area. Paired with the rice and beans and cabbage helps tone down the spice. Goat Curry - So spicy but so flavorful! The meat is tender and it's addictive. Beef patty - This is different than others, and it seems deep fried where I'm used to baked. Always love a beef patty and our kids enjoyed it. Plantains - Our kids love plantains in whatever form. Plus, these aren't spicy so they eat them all. Mac and Cheese - I'm usually wary of getting mac and cheese for kids because it's bland and watery (my child's words not mine), but THIS mac and cheese was SO good! So much flavor and gooey cheese sauce. Both our kids loved it and said it was delicious. Easy win! Candied Yams - Of all the tasty things, this is probably my least favorite. Everything on the menu is packed with deep, rich flavor. But candied yams are just too sweet for me. I think people who like sweet things will love this, but my preference tends to lean less sweet and more savory. So if you're not huge on sweets either, maybe skip this and go for the other items. The staff here are so nice--we ordered with the high hopes of ox tail (one of the non-spicy items) but they were all sold out! My husband was so disappointed that she took pity on him and just gave him the sauce and bits and bones that were left because they couldn't sell it anyway. It was SO good. Almost better than the first time I remembered it. I could be entirely too full and still want a taste of these ox tails! Please never go out of business or change hands--this place is a gem.

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    Caribana - caribbean - Updated July 2026

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