This is based of a delivery order…read more Very good portion, this could certainly feed two people! There was a decent amount of beef, and it was wildly full of flavor. One point off, because there was next to no spicy happening; I always add it to the notes because I'm a spice queeeen. However, I added my own hot sauce, and it was perfecto. I will be ordering from this place again in the future! I'm insanely excited to get this more local (I was ordering it from out further in NJ).

The food is great. The jollaf rice is one of my favorite. Moist dry West African food in Jersey Cityread more

This is a multipurpose space. There is sit down dining. There's a huge bar and there's also dancing…read morespace with a giant disco ball and some Dj music. On a Tuesday night, not only do they have Tuesday Taco specials, They also had trivia night, which all the people dining in willingly participated in. Vibrant environment for young people. Staff are super friendly. Our waiter was very accommodating and helpful. They were out of many signature drinks, which was disappointing. However, they made a killer espresso martini. Fried pickles for appetizer were just OK. Nothing to write home about I'd skip next time. Mike's hot honey carrots with yogurt for appetizer were absolutely incredible. I could eat this for the whole meal and be happy. The recommended $39 bbq ribs were dry, old, fatty and meh. Skip and get the brisket, which was incredibly tender and flavorful. $44 BBQ sampler platter was the way to go. You get to try many different kinds of meat and the portion is perfect. It can even be shared between two people. Ribs were disappointing, spicy sausage was surprisingly amazing, brisket was fantastic, and chicken was the star of the show. I've never been a fan of chicken, but this chicken was next level. The meat was so flavorful, tender and juicy. Still dreaming of the chicken and will return for it anytime. You must try it--you'll thank me later. Sides of garlic, broccoli, sweet potato fries, and potato salad were surprisingly great. I'd order those sides again. On a Tuesday night they close at 10:30 PM and everyone was asked to leave, which felt rushed.

The place is really cute and nice. Came for a coworkers engagement. Resy was 1:30 and everyone was…read moreon time and seated. I do feel like they were rushing us at times especially maybe there is a time limit for a party or event. The food for the event was family style. So grits, French toast, bacon and A crab bene was served. The food was good. Nice display of what they have to offer for Brunch. I seen the menu online and they offer a lot of choices. The place is good for parties. The table was sort of awkward as you need to have one side scoot into a tiny space. (Wasn't a fan of that). Music was good vibes. I think it was how the servers were like "are you done" after 20 mins into eating and getting served and then quickly packing everything up. Sort of friendly but seemed like they just wanted to turn a table fast. Don't really live in the area, so idk if I'd be back It's a good place to check out. Just maybe notyncuomof tea.

I have to come right out and say it-- I've never been so enthusiastic about a "take-out" place…read moreafter just 1 meal. Ever. At work, the Godfather wanted to order (unusual for him to suggest it; usually I'm the 1 pushing for us to order out, and he's invariably resistant, although ultimately, he's acquiescent, although just as invariably he blames me for "pushing him into it" as he gobbles down whatever food it was we've ordered). I was willing but wanted to try something different than our usual fare (burgers, Chinese, Japanese, sandwiches). Someone else mentioned Exotic Eats, as a younger co-worker had ordered from there recently and seemed to enjoy what he had eaten. I asked, "Does this younger co-worker have a discriminating palate?" (Not actually being quite the jerk I oftentimes seem to be, I did of course use less pretentious, overblown verbiage in asking my question.) The reply was, "He's young; he'll order almost anything and like it." So...it might be great; it might be horrible. So we took a chance. They deliver, and I was intrigued by their on-line menu. I can't remember what the Godfather ordered, or another co-worker who wanted us to include him in what had once been known as the Lunchbox Mafia, but I ordered "the Island Bowl." Sliced jerk chicken breast on a bed of Mac & Cheese with jerk BBQ sauce. Being hungry, I ordered a side of blueberry cornbread, and the dessert of banana pudding cheesecake. All of it washed down with my ever-present bottle of Poland Spring water. We didn't have to wait long for it to be delivered. As I mentioned in my introductory remarks, I found the food fabulous. The jerk chicken in its BBQ sauce had a tangy sting, but it wasn't unpleasant or pain-producing. And I have to say-- the Mac & Cheese was the best I've had since my late mother used to make it for me in childhood. It's a baked "dry" Mac & Cheese as opposed to the overly sauced (and bland) version you get in most restaurants these days (all it was missing was the crumbled crackers that my mother used to put on top of it). Pure deliciousness, as they say. The blueberry cornbread was the perfect accompaniment, and the banana pudding cheesecake was wonderfully smooth, creamy, and decadent. I wasn't feeling bloated to the point of discomfort once I had finished it all, but I definitely felt "well fed." My fellow partakers were equally as enthused. Prices were fair, portions were immeasurably more than adequate, and the meal was luxuriously satisfying on every single level. As mentioned, delivery didn't take long at all, and it arrived hot. I'm not entirely sure how to classify the cuisine. The website described it as "Soul Food" with a "Caribbean Spirit." A long-time friend of mine is Jamaican, and she used to throw a big feast for friends and family every summer (I was usually the only white person invited, which was never any sort of a problem, although once a little kid of 4 or 5 looked at me with hostility and said, "What are YOU doing here?"), before health issues sidelined that annual event. She was a great cook, and everything was fresh-- jerk chicken, fish, ackee that always reminded me of scrambled eggs, breadfruit, sorrel liquor, etc. Despite the quality of the food served, I never really acquired a taste for Jamaican cuisine (I ventured out once to a Jamaican restaurant in Perth Amboy with friends; they were enthusiastic about it but it wasn't of the same quality as my friend served, and obviously didn't transform me into a "fan"), but I don't know that Exotic Eats is Jamaican per se. But I know that what I had was delicious and filling, and I can't wait to order from Exotic Eats again. Obviously, very highly recommended.

Execution: The mac & cheese showed strong flavor, thickness…read moreand proper texture. The collard greens were well-seasoned. The chicken was crispy and packaged in aluminum foil to keep it from turning cold. Flow: Ticket pacing was efficient, with food arriving in approximately 8-10 minutes without sacrificing quality. Hospitality: Service was attentive and composed throughout the visit. FOH member showed confidence in the menu and maintained strong awareness of the room. Guest interaction felt genuine and well-trained. Structure: The menu offers variety without unnecessary additions. Final Standard: A soul food operation where flavor, timing, and hospitality was well executed.

Even though the Reddit pile-on has been harsh, I do agree that Bobwhite was better with bones. In…read moreits heyday, they weren't entirely bone-focused, focusing on drums and thighs but not providing wings and breasts as far as I know. Now it's all tenders and sandwiches. I'm sure that to some extent, voters are to blame for this move. Yelp ethics side note: I'm an enthusiastic or even militant supporter of bones in chicken but it seems unfair to go 1-star because of the menu change. There's nothing I want at Lululemon but I don't rate it 1-star. The biscuits are enjoyable. I got fried chicken and buffalo chicken versions. The kale-and-quinoa salad was good by salad standards but not as much as fun as the enticing collard greens/black-eyed peas/tomato side that was once available. Might try some dipping sauces next time. It would be great if some of the old classics return but I still appreciate the friendly workers and the creation of a low-stress neighborhood joint with board games and outdoor tables.

Ordered: Bottle of Arnold Palmer (~$4)…read moreChicken Caesar Wrap (~$13): fried chicken, romaine lettuce, Pecorino Romano cheese and croutons tossed in homemade caesar dressing and served on a premium flour tortilla Three Piece Chicken w Biscuit (~$10): 2 legs & w thigh with buttermilk biscuit Hand Cut Fries (~$5) Bobwhite Sauce (~60¢): made with apricot preserves, peach puree, ginger & a touch of cayenne pepper Chimichurri Aioli (~60¢): classic aioli infused with fresh herbs, garlic, olive oil, and a hint of red wine vinegar Truffle Aioli (~$1): mayonnaise, black truffle paste, and a touch of dijon mustard Aya's take: Oh, Bobwhite Counter is the real dinner! I parked a block away (yay for free street parking) and was already salivating by the delicious smell of their fried chicken. They were super busy and told us it would take 20-30 minutes but it ended up only taking 15 mins! People rave about their Chicken Caesar Wrap and honestly yes, it's good. It could use more caesar dressing and less croutons but other than that, really solid and the fried chicken in it goes so well with the caesar salad. To be honest, I was most super excited about the Three Piece Chicken w Biscuit! I heard there was an outrage when the NYC locations took it off the menu so I knew I had to give them a try. The batter - seasoned, light, and satisfying. The chicken - juicy, flavorful, and moist. Each bite was even more elevated with their sauces which I absolutely recommend! The Truffle Aioli was my personal favorite; it was creamy, velvety, and earthy. The Bobwhite Sauce was not what I expected whatsoever; it's fruity and sweet with a slight kick. Although I didn't like it on the chicken, it went crazy on the buttermilk biscuit which is the most pillowy, fluffy, and light biscuit I've had with fried chicken. Their Hand Cut Fries are twice fried in 100% beef tallow making them insanely addictive. Compared to other fast casual spots I've tried (i.e., Charles Pan-Fried Chicken), Bobwhite definitely hit the spot more. Highly recommend!

Bomb. Calling all Yelp elites and newbies alike...I'm not…read moreone to usually eat from food trucks but I couldn't pass this one up. You could never find soul food in the area. I was walking down the block and happened to walk by this truck. There was a speaker outside of their food truck playing great, classic r&b and hip hop songs. Both the music and the truck's amazing logo would be hard to miss! I ordered the shrimp with Mac & cheese with rice. Everything was great. The portions were smaller than expected, but I'm greedy, so who knows. The seasoning and fried batter on the shrimp was **chef's kiss**!! Great job and I love the concept behind how this business started. One of the owners worked the line last night and provided great, quick and professional service. Would return! My support, for sure !

One of the easiest 5 star reviews that I've given! Met Brandon when I pulled up to the truck, he…read morewas super friendly, just a nice person with great energy. He immediately took my order and my food was ready within 5 minutes. I ordered the fried shrimp with collard greens and mac and cheese. The shrimp was to die for, seasoned perfectly, cooked perfectly too and large pieces, I think I got about 8 with the meal. Collards were on point and the mac and cheese was probably the best I've ever had, super cheesy! I can't wait to eat here again!

Justin was our server and I couldn't be happier! His great customer service, awesome sense of humor…read moreand fun way made our experience amazing! We'll definitely be back!

Tay and Toya are such an amazing experience the catfish was perfectly fried and seasoned. Cherrys…read moreis an experience you should not miss

As a Jamaican who recently moved from Brooklyn to New Jersey, I was really craving authentic…read moreJamaican food. I was pleasantly surprised to find a spot close to my job, so I decided to give it a try. I ordered a large curry chicken with coconut rice. The menu listed options for both bone-in and boneless, along with different rice choices, so I specifically chose bone-in with coconut rice. However, the experience didn't quite match expectations. The owner seemed more Trinidadian than Jamaican, and the "coconut rice" was just brown rice with no noticeable coconut flavor. The curry chicken I received was boneless, despite my order, and the curry chicken looked overly dark. I asked for my receipt as the person walked away they replied Do u want your receipt thought that was odd Overall, the food was pretty bland. The only thing I genuinely enjoyed was the cabbage. On the plus side, the price wasn't bad $13 for a large curry is reasonable compared to typical New Jersey prices. Would I return? Probably not but at least I gave it a try.

Unseasoned . Completely unseasoned curry goat. Couldn't taste the curry either. .............read more

This time I ordered through Uber Eats and again I'm impressed! Presentation is lovely, and nothing…read moreis missing from the order (not even the sauces). This might be my new Togo stop! The online website was a tad confusing to navigate. I'd much rather give them the money directly than through a third party, their food and service is that good!

Food: The food was good overall. Service: The service was…read moreokay, but our server didn't really check in on us after taking our order. Ambience: The ambience was great and made the experience enjoyable. Additional note: The only downside was when I seated by the bathroom, which took away from the experience a bit.