I've been here so many times and recommended this place to so many people. Every time I'm in the…read morearea, I make it a point to eat here.. It pains me to write this review but I hope it's seen by management and they address this issue. I had a friend visiting from another state (drove for 10 hours in snow and ice). I was excited to bring them here for brunch. I made a reservation online the day before just in case. We arrived at 10am and the doors were locked. The hours said they'd be open at 9am. Tried getting the staff's attention but it seemed like we were being ignored. I called the phone number several times. No one picked up even though I could see staff inside. I even tried sending them a message on social media but no response. We ended up going to the breakfast spot next door. When we were done, we walked past the restaurant and of course it was open then. Needless to say, this experience was super disappointing. Communication about updated hours or picking up the phone isn't too much to ask for. One bad experience isn't a dealbreaker but two will be. I hope management fixes this quickly.

Orchid Fusion in Dedham is always a vibe! Our server Zeek was absolutely amazing and went above and…read morebeyond and stepped in help us to the finish line. We're requesting you when we come back. I had the garlic fries and the pork plantain tacos yummie. The only consistent letdown? No sliced avocado , just guac... and still no pikliz! That extra kick would elevate so many of these dishes. I'm seriously tempted to BMOP (bring my own pikliz) next time. And to the chocolate loc'd bartender... THANK YOU from the whole krew! Not one of us had a drop of alcohol, but your existence alone was the real pour. Orchid, we love you, just tighten up the speed a bit (you discounted the meal) and you would have 5 stars and we would be golden. Keep shining !

Came for lunch on a weekday and only waited several minutes. They were out of jerk chicken and…read moreoxtail, so I had to get the stewed pork, which was also the last portion. Odd how they're out of so many things for lunch, but at least the server was kind. Stewed pork had good flavor, tender meat and generous portions (gravy on rice is the way), but overall it could use some salt and could be much spicier. Got a dumplin, which had no filling and was just a doughy, thick fried donut ball, but dipped it in the stew/gravy and mmmm. Would try it again. I wonder if they make their own beef patties. For $3.50, I'd hope so.

After shopping we worked up an appetite and stopped in to sample the jerk and curried chicken…read moreofferings. It's like the other jamaican spots. Food displayed cafeteria style. The servers were more than generous with the portions. My shopping buddy like the fluffy rice and beans. The curried chicken had good heat to it. The jerk chicken succulent and flavorful. I will try the lunch next time.

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

In town for a soccer tournament, so i did my research of where i could eat "off the beaten path."…read moreMan, am i glad i did! Pulled up & they seemed closed so i was kinda bummed. Then, the owner(?) came out & we chatted. I was just super psyched that he was so genuine- he listed off what he had left. I settled on jerk pork, rice & peas, mac & cheese. He took off & came back with a 5lb to go container all bagged up!! $28. Ummm, ok. Here's $35 cash. Let's move on. Absolutely delicious!! I only upset i can't have another plate for lunch tomorrow! Don't walk- run or drive fast to get here for an awesome plate of food & positive vibes!

This is definitely the definition of hole in the wall, and I like that. I drove there, not knowing…read morewhere this spot was at and just followed my nose cause it's somewhat discrete. Ordered my plate, he went to the back, the guy came back in 4 mins with my food already bagged, ready for checkout. Hours of operation and selection is the only reason it's not a 5; I'm going back when my stomach says it's time.

Came here recently and placed an order over the phone. I haven't really heard any reviews about…read morethis location but they always pop up when I'm looking for Jamaican food. I ordered and was told one time, but the food unfortunately was still not ready on time. It did not appear busy inside so I am not sure what the wait was, but the customer service was better than most Caribbean restaurants. Appears as if a lot of locals frequent this establishment The oxtails only come in one size and I don't think it was worth the money. The rice had no flavor until I put the extra curry gravy on top. 5/10 Oxtails were tender but not many but they were hot 6/10 The escovitch snapper was over cooked and dry. Absolutely would not order again, upset that I waited such a long time for this meal. 2/10 Plantains were nothing special 4/10 Cabbage was average 6/10 I did overhear them mention an inspection that they recently passed, and how they always pass their inspections which made me feel good about eating here at the time. I do not think id return because I expected more & there's plenty of options in the surrounding area. The only plus is that they offer bar seating as well as dining inside which most Carribean restaurants don't have

Got delivery and ordered oxtail. CRAVING it still!!!! Not really an update but Mello Vibez I'm…read morethinking of u

Ordered online delivery. Order took a little longer than expected but was worth the wait. Authentic…read morefood, well seasoned, good portions.

I really want to love this spot but this is the 2nd time I've ordered and I feel bamboozled. My…read more1st order was awesome i.e. Great portions, everything was delicious BUT this 2nd order was med. The flavors are still there ( though a bit salty) but the portions didn't match the $$, at all. I spent over $70.00, an I'm not happy. The Djou djou rice was so hard, not cook well. I got a bunch of bones, pretending to be oxtails and the beef ribs were cocktail size, smh ..If these businesses want longevity and loyalty, they need to be consistent and stop your wasting people's hard earned money. eg

I am a frequent visitor to Zaz. This establishment is always clean…read more I ordered the jerk chicken was a tad dry but flavorful. The coconut shrimp was delicious and sauce is an added bonus to the meal. The wait time for food is long. It is recommended you order online or call ahead. You may still have to wait as the restaurant states food is made to order. This establishment offers seating on the oppsite site. I often see the owner at various community events which is a plus.

What went well, you ask. Ok, I'll tell ya. The food was amazing the service, although brief, was…read morepleasant and welcoming. I was only in location for as long as it took to pay and pick up the order, but I could tell right away that ZAZA is a whole vibe. Normally when I visit, my meals mostly consist of the pizzas or whatever else the kiddos come up with. This time, however I came in with different thoughts on the matter. When I saw, on the counter the remains of what she had the day before, I was more than a little leaning ZAZA way. Then when she told me about it and showed me the menu I was like F dem kids. This what we doin'. I had the salmon, she had the jerk chicken pasta, and number 1 son had shrimp. All of it was amazing. The whole experience from start to finish was perfect. Well worth the $$ and drive.

A great local Jamaican restaurant in the area! There is 30-min parking in the back, or you can park…read moredirectly in front of the restaurant. Got to try jerk chicken, fried chicken, curry chicken, and also snapper fish. All very good! The only thing (that personally not used to) is that there is so much bone in everything! Definitely be careful when chewing your food! A fast casual place with some tables, but mostly as a takeout/delivery place. Easy to find! Give it a try!

We had been meaning to try this place out since it was announced and finally had a chance to try…read moreit. We have had Jamaican before, and this was quite well done. We had the: - Oxtail Plate - Curry Chicken Plate - Stew Chicken Plate - Beef Patty - Chicken Patty - Fried Chicken (Legs) Overall we really liked the food, the Oxtail was really well done as was the Stew Chicken Plate. I enjoyed the Curry chicken. The Patties weren't my favorite, but the Fried Chicken had a great flavor with a little spice. When you order here, make sure to ask for extra sauce on your rice and peas (Beans are replaced with traditional Pigeon Peas).

Full disclaimer: I'm Filipino, so there's definitely some bias here -- but Bright Light is such a…read morespecial spot. It's a small, family-owned restaurant that's half Filipino and half Jamaican, run by a Filipino Tita and her Jamaican husband. She learned how to cook Jamaican food to remind him of home, which honestly makes the whole place feel even more meaningful. The Filipino dishes I tried were authentic and tasted homemade -- the kind of food that feels like it came straight out of your auntie's kitchen. The Jamaican food was also delicious (I can't personally vouch for authenticity there), but everything we had was flavorful and satisfying. It's a great, casual, order at the counter spot -- and it's right next to a Filipino market, which makes the experience even better. I love supporting small businesses, especially ones that represent my culture. Bright Light is the kind of place that deserves the love.

I had heard about this spot for a while, and last week I finally had the chance to visit with a…read morefriend who's Filipino--and I'm glad I did. The restaurant is located right on the corner, with limited street parking and a small lot in the back. It's a cozy, casual place offering Filipino cuisine with a touch of Jamaican flavor. There's a comfortable dine-in area with several tables, and takeout is also available. The food was clearly fresh and homemade, and everything we tried was excellent. I had the jerk chicken, which was flavorful and well-prepared, but I was especially excited to try the Filipino dishes. I sampled a few different options, and each one was delicious and authentic. If you're in the area and looking for a unique mix of Filipino and Jamaican food, this spot is definitely worth checking out. Highly recommended. .