Delicious! Wish I had pics of the food, but husband and I devoured! Authentic back-home flavors from the islands! Plus if you're Brooklyn raised like myself, you know true West Indian food. So damn good! I was craving just rice and peas with gravy and stewed vegetables; weirdo vegetarian tings, don't judge me lol. They blessed me! Hubby got stewed chicken and rice, and we shared their macaroni pie. BOMB.COM! I like the spin they put on theys pie. Also had different vegetable sides as options, super dope. Got some fresh lemonade and sorrel. Once again: sooo good. The inner decor has a great set up for a quick drink at the bar, or enjoying a nice dinner with family, or date night. Hubby and I will be back again soon! Go enjoy the food folks. read more

We did not go to the location but ordered delivery. So I can not comment on location, parking, etc. However, the food was delicious. We got an order of the fried plaintains, curry goat, and the snapper fillet with various sides. Everything was delicious. The Caribbean flavors are on point and it's the kind of food that not only fills your stomach but also gives that warm feeling. Truly "soul food"! Thanks to Yelp Roc for highlighting Black Restaurants and pointing some spots that are new to us! read more

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My boyfriend and I wanted to try something new and that's how we ended up ordering takeout at Caribbean Heritage. We were absolutely delighted with our choice! We ordered 4 dumplings, the jerk chicken with cabbage and plantains and also the oxtail with rice and peas. We also got a side order of the callaloo. My boyfriend said the owners were really nice when he arrived and hoped we liked the food. The fried dumplings were soooooooo good!! It's literally just a fried ball of dough with a hint of sweetness. I loved how buttery it tasted and how crispy it was on the outside but doughy and soft on the inside. This is not a fault of the restaurant at all, but I didn't know how to store it so I fridged the leftovers and microwaved the dough the next morning. Bad idea, it turned rock hard. So maybe leave the leftovers outside and bake? Our favorite entree was the jerk chicken. The chicken was so moist and tender. The jerk spice was soooo flavorful and spicy and just sooo yummies! The plantains were just as good. They were sweet and soft, cooked to perfection. Wish we got another side of the plantains. The cabbage to me was less flavorful but my bf still loved the softness of the veggies and it balanced out the chicken! The oxtails were pretty solid. It's definitely more on the flatter savory side rather than a punch your face flavor. The meat is moist and you get plenty for the portion. I really liked combining it with the rice and peas and that created a very balanced and meat filled dish. The callaloo is also delish! It had the subtle taste of spinach but a more spicy flavor profile because of the fresh peppers! We cannot wait to go back and actually be able to dine in because we are so excited to try other dishes fresh! read more

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Came into town for a day with my boyfriend and found this place. After reading the reviews I came right in. So glad we did! The hospitality was obvious from the moment we entered. I planned on ordering the whole snapper but after being presented with the special of the day which was a honey salmon - I decided on that instead. My boyfriend had the jerk chicken entree. We ordered our entrees. But now get this! We wanted to sample damn near everything else lol. Guess what? The cook herself came out!!!! And when our food came so did the samples! My boyfriend rated everything #1 Jerk Chicken #2 Curry Chicken #3 Oxtail #4 Stew Chicken That was his chronological order - mine was everything 5 stars. Lol. Our sides included rice and peas, cabbage, macaroni & plantains. I even ordered my cousin the Cod platter to bring back for her. So we'll get her review on that. We also got desserts! I say all of that to say this! Thank you Caribbean Heritage for being the exception with your outstanding customer service. You hit it out the park and you have a forever customer in me read more

Teated myself to a nice Jerk Chicken Dinner with plantains and rice-n-peas. I topped off my dinner with traditional Jamaican rum cake ...... mmmmmm ‍. Great service, delicious food and very cozy ambience. read more

Caribbean Heritage Catering Services - Jerk Chicken Dinner with plantains and rice-n-peas. - Caterers Near Me - Rochester, New York

I went to Jamaica in February, before the pandemic came to our part of the world. And Oh. My. Gaga! I fell in LOVE with that country, the people, the rum drinks and the FOOD!!!!! I am so happy we tried take-away from Caribbean Heritage tonight! Everything was DELICIOUS .... and I mean EVERYTHING was DELICIOUS! Wonderfully seasoned, still hot by the time we got it home .. and that mac & cheese is dangerous! We tried the Jerk Chicken and Curry Chicken as entrees, and plantains, peas & rice, callaloo and mac & cheese as sides. I swear you can taste their joy and love in the food! You can certainly see the love & joy in all of the employees and owner's faces as you go pick-up your order! And once all of this pandemic clears-up, we'll be in to eat in their dining area -- gorgeous setting! read more

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Ordered the whole snapper fish for take out because of the quarantine. This is first time ordering from this restaurant and I will gladly come again. Very tasty and the lady we spoke with (I believe it was Lorna?) was very polite! She answered all of our questions about the food since we've never ordered from them and was helpful in suggesting which would be the best option for the cook on the snapper. Also the gentleman who came out and delivered the food was very polite too, I wish we had gotten his name though. read more

Caribbean Heritage Catering Services - Whole Snapper - Caterers Near Me - Rochester, New York

We ordered from here as part of black restaurant week and will definitely be back! We had the curry goat & oxtail and our sides were the plantains, callaloo, rice & beans and fried dumplings. There was truly nothing I wouldn't recommend. It was all cooked & flavored so well. I wish I would have taken a picture but I was honestly just so hungry, I dove in without even thinking. My only regret was not trying a dessert. read more

The food was amazing. Restaurant staff were following state social distancing protocols and the turn around time for orders was less than 15 minutes. The tea star is doing a great job making making customers feel safe during this unprecedented time. I will definitely be back. read more

Caribbean Heritage Catering Services - Oxtails, Brown Stew Chicken, and Snapper Fillet - Caterers Near Me - Rochester, New York

I came back to Rochester on an urgent family matter. In my down time, I hit up old favorite food spots and explored new ones. Upon walking into Caribbean Heritage I was immediately hit with a pleasant vibe. The decor and seating was much more then your average hole-the-wall joint for tasty food. I sat at the bar to look at the menu for my take out order. I was greeted by Jerome, the warm hearted, friendly co-owner of the restaurant. He patiently took my order as I called my Aunty and read the menu for her to order. As I waited for my food I used their restroom and was happy to see the hotel level of clean they kept it in. Returning to the bar Jerome showed me what I can describe as their "party room" that's available to be rented out. It reminded my of a large sunroom and I could see small gathering enjoyed in the space. Shortly after, I received my food said good bye to Jerome and gave him a thumbs up for the great atmosphere and customer service. I returned back to my Aunty's to share in the feast. We had: - Home made fruit punch: Delicious full body flavor, a tad on the sweet side. - Plantains: Tasty bites that go well with the dishes. I prefer them to be a bit more most and caramelized. - Snapper Fillet: Smothered in a type of brown stew, fresh tasting with a side of rice and peas and steamed cabbage. Scrumptious flavor! Hearty portion. Fish could be slightly more tender. - Oxtail: My Aunty got this with a side of steamed cabbage and zucchini butternut medley. She could stop talking about how good it was as she cleaned the bones and plate. - Slice of Carrot Cake: This was good but a bit on the oily and salty side for me. - Coconut Cake: Do an extra 20min of cardio next workout and treat yourself to this! I hope this business last long enough to become an old favorite when I return to ROC City! read more

Ordered delivery. Food was very tasty. I tried the curried goat and the lentil entrees. If you like Indian food, you will like this place.

Fantastic food and lovely space. The owners are very nice people, and the place feels very welcoming and relaxing. I came here with a friend of mine and we tried Jerk chicken: Skin on chicken thigh&leg with a delicious jerk rub. Super tender and fell right off the bone. Some of the best cooked chicken I've had period. Goat Curry: Flavorful curry sauce, more like a stew. Super tender and a rare opportunity to eat som goat Callaloo: Spicy greens cooked down, super soft and delicious!! Rice and peas: relatively plain, perfect for soaking up whatever sauce is left on your plate! Rum cake: Bold rum flavor but isn't super boozy, not too sweet either. Excellent cake read more

Wow wow wow. I'd give Caribbean Heritage six stars if Yelp would let me. Walked here from Corn Hill on a summer night and was absolutely blown away. The generous helping of curry goat was the best I've ever had, and the plantains are fire. But the big surprise was the zucchini and butternut side, which was ridiculously flavorful. I didn't even consider leaving anything on the plate, and halfway thought through the consequences of eating the bones. Just as good as the meal was the conversation I had at the bar with Jerome Underwood, the co-owner (his wife is the chef; they started the restaurant this year after running a successful catering business for 15 years). Jerome was warm and engaging but never overbearing. I'm excited to see him again and sample the rest of the menu. FYI, for vegan and vegetarian brethren: there are several practiced dishes on the menu that are vegan (unusual for a Caribbean restaurant in my experience), because Jerome, a practicing Rastafarian, has been a vegetarian for forty years. Definitely a place at the table here for all inclinations. read more

Delicious! This place does not disappoint! I frequent here for the oxtails! The staff is always welcoming!

Amazing food! I called ahead and my food was ready when they said it would be ready. The conversation was fantastic. The customer service was so welcoming. We ordered two large jerk chickens for my family of 4. It was the right amount of food for my adult family. I wish we bought 2 more cuz we loved it so much! Thankful for great sauce. Thankful for the rice and peas. The veggies had the right amount of spice. Now for my fav. The Mac and Cheese. The right amount of cheese with the perfect noodles. Definitely going back! read more

Very nice people, very good jerk chicken, rice and peas and cabbage. I would definitely go back. I want to try curried chicken. read more

Caribbean Heritage Catering Services - Jerk Chicken, cabbage, rice and peas - Caterers Near Me - Rochester, New York

Shout out to the lady that came to ensure that the order I came to pick up was given attention to. The food is ok, nothing special. I could be picky having tried many Jamaican entrees in NYC. The lentils were a bit dry. More than anything I didn't appreciate how rude, presumably, the owner was as soon as I walked into his restaurant after my confusion as to whether he was talking to me or not. read more

We ordered from here last week and were completely blown away. We got the jerk chicken, brown stew chicken and veggie delight, with a variety of sides. It was an incredibly busy day so a few substitutions needed to be made for sides. That being said, the restaurant was fantastic at calling us to ensure we got the substitution most in line with what we wanted, rather than just assuming and throwing in a random dish. The food itself was amazing, all three entrees and the sides and honestly some of the best chicken I have ever had. We also had a few pieces of cake, which topped off the meal perfectly. I am so excited for the next time we order from/eat here. read more

Wonderful! Our family had take-out dinner tonight and raved about our delicious meals. Curry cod, brown stew chicken, curry chicken. . . Excellent butternut squash side and the fried dumplings were like savory donuts. We topped it off by splitting two pieces of out-of-this world coconut and rum cake. read more

Definitely the BEST CARIBBEAN FOOD IN ROCHESTER, NY! I traveled allllll the way from Las Vegas, NV to get some of this goodness and of course I am leaving with a belly full of amazing food. The Jerk chicken was so flavorful and most importantly HOT! Thank you Underwood family for your spectacular service and hospitality! I definitely will be coming back soon!!! read more

I would like to give a shout-out and a thank you to the staff and owner at Caribbean Heritage for providing free meals for the clients and staff at Cody house, Cody house is a halfway house ran by east house cooperations and Caribbean heritage provided a free dinner for us all on Thursday the 17th we appreciate your generosity very much and we all felt we were eating a five star meal, so I guess y'all get a five star review from us P.B. read more

This place is fantastic. The jerk chicken, rice and peas and plantains was fantastic. Ownership/ Management very personal. Ambience is very warm and inviting. Will definitely be back. read more

Caribbean Heritage Catering Services - Jerk Chicken, beans with peas and plantains - Caterers Near Me - Rochester, New York

Awesome food! We ordered the jerk chicken for take-out and it was amazing- very juicy and perfectly spiced. We also ordered the pound cake and coconut cake. We are already planning on ordering again once Covid restrictions are lifted. Definitely recommend!! read more

Wonderful experience from beginning to end! The space is warm and bright; we got a nice little table tucked away by the window. We were greeted by family who walked us through the menu and specials...asked us about flavors we like and helped us pick our food to match our preferences. And the food: DELICIOUS!!! All of it! (Healthy portions, too.) finished with coffee (rich) and carrot cake (delicious). Thanks for a lovely meal. We'll be back with friends. read more

Excellent carribean food and great service! The vegetarian options were delicious, and you can tell how much care goes into making the food. We ordered 5 different meals to share and they were all delicious. It was honestly one of the best meals I've had in a long time, and I'm excited to go back! read more

Fantastic food, wish I knew about these guys sooner. Jerk chicken was perfectly seasoned and fell off the bone. Peas and rice and plantains were delicious. Had a chat with the owner who was extremely friendly and turns out to be a community activist to boot. Will make a return trip for sure. read more

This was the first time we went to Caribbean Heritage and were pleasantly surprised. The place had a quaint charm inside and out. The art work had a lot of creative native pieces and was placed in a way to enhance the decor. The bar area was attractive as well. The food was amazing! I had the chicken stew dish. It came with two sides that were as generous as my main course. The plantains were the best I have ever eaten. They were light and seasoned perfectly. The rice and beans were equally tasty and authentic. The meal proved to be quite filling as there was no room for dessert. The owners of this place took the time to visit every table.They were pleasant and made sure everyone was pleased with their dinner. Great place. Well done! read more

Delicious food! Chicken with brown sauce, fried plantains and coconut cake were particularly great. Quick and easy too. Highly recommend!

Food is SO good! The curry goat, was probably the best I've ever had! Oxtail, yummy! Rice and peas, authentic! Jerk chicken, nice spice! Steamed cabbage, So good! Definitely must try this place if you're looking for authentic Caribbean food! read more

Love love love ! Fresh vegan options available! Atmosphere is priceless ! Food is amazing ! Do not think twice coming and just walk in. You will be greeted by the wonderful owners read more

Great service, great food! We celebrated my mom's birthday here and everyone loved their meal. They even brought out her dessert with a candle! read more

The food is new and distinctive and beautifully prepared. The hosts are charming and wonderful to talk with. The atmosphere was quiet and comfortable. It was easy to talk there. We enjoyed the curried cod with plantains and and the snapper. Both were flavorful and delicately seasoned. And the black cake is to die for. Discover it before it gets discovered. read more

Dined here with friends for my first time last night and definitely will be going back ! Family atmosphere and delicious authentic food. I enjoyed a vegetarian dish with tofu that was outstanding. Several people had the chicken stew and oxtails. No complaints whatsoever . The only problem - I forgot to take a photo because I could not wait to dig in! read more

First time eating here, but wont be the last. They had a very warm dine in atmosphere. Very clean and professional !!! The staff was incredible with a glowing sense of pride. The food here is unforgettable. Definitely coming back!! read more

Excellent customer service and delicious food! Best curry goat I've had in Rochester, and their red snapper is a must have as well. Only recommendation I have is adding some Caribbean fried chicken to the menu. read more

An incredible experience!! My partner and I came here for a romantic night out looking for someplace new but still intimate and relaxing - and we were in the mood for flavorful food. It was a tall order to fill all in one restaurant, but we found it here! Ambiance and music were wonderful - Pro Tip 1: ask to sit in the Heritage Room. Every dish is exquisitely flavored (including the sides which are a must-try!). Ask for the specials too - we had an off-menu black bean soup which was really well-seasoned. Pro Tip 2: there is heavy emphasis on well-made vegan options too which were really tasty and healthy. (As a vegetarian myself, I really appreciate a chef who takes dishes without meat just as seriously in terms of ingredients and flavor. To find this not only in Rochester but in a Caribbean restaurant of all places was a real treat for us.) And last but not least, for dessert, the Rum Cake is an absolute-MUST! Our hosts were very friendly and graciously explained the intricate process of making rum cake - which is on the scale of years by the way! After dessert, the chef came out to greet us and ask how we enjoyed the meal - which of course was amazing. It was such a pleasure to have been able to spend our evening with this wonderful establishment and really delectable dishes. Needless to say, we will be coming back for more very soon! Thank you again! read more

Wow, delicious food! I was thrilled with the menu because I am allergic to mushrooms, dairy intolerant, and prefer to avoid red meat, so I am used to going to newer restaurants and discovering only one or two things I can choose from. I can't wait to go back to Caribbean Heritage and try so many other things on their menu. I had the curried chicken, plaintains, and butternut squash vegetable medley. All fabulous! The owners and waitress were warm and friendly, and service was excellent. read more

I loved the curry chicken with plantains and rice and peas. Next time I'm looking forward to trying the jerk chicken. Also the service was amazing. The staff was so friendly and accommodating to our large party. read more