First time trying something other than the beef patties and I enjoyed!!! Do they have attitudes? Some, yes!! But that's what makes the food delicious!!! The brown stew chicken was cooked perfectly, and I was pleasantly surprised by the mac & cheese. Usually I avoid mac&cheese at Caribbean restaurants, but this one tasted as good as it looked. I like my cabbage much softer than the way they prepare theirs, but that's my preference. I asked for pepper sauce on the side because that's the only hot sauce they offered. Patties!!! Get the beef patties. Crust is perfect, and so is the filling. Avoid the curry shrimp patty! After a couple bites, I noticed I wasn't tasting any shrimp. So i sliced the patty and opened it up, and there were TWO salad size shrimp in there, with curry sauce spread throughout the rest. I wish I took a picture. Drink: Their pineapple cream soda from the fountain is my absolute fav!!! read more

Dat Jerk Caribbean Chargrill - Brown Stew Chicken Bowl - Caribbean Near Me - Glenarden, Maryland

"Truth Is !!" When I walked into Dat Jerk I was surprised at its commercial feel ( not your usual atmosphere for a authentic Caribbean spot ) With that being said, once I actually got down to business and started eating my oxtails, all my reservations went out the window because the food was absolutely delicious!! The oxtail were so tender and tasty and they blended perfectly with my rice & peas. I was a little disappointed they didn't have curry goat on their menu... but for sure, when I'm in the mood for some oxtails Dat Jerk is my go-to !!!! If you're visiting the Woodmore Center make sure to stop by Dat Jerk... you truly won't be disappointed !! read more

Dat Jerk Caribbean Chargrill - Oxtails!!! Be right back !! - Caribbean Near Me - Glenarden, Maryland

Customer service is cool, from the people that your order, to the cashier. The stew chicken is good but probably not as good as the perk could have been. Very generous portion size. I added hot pepper sauce. They have Joe's Teas and Lemonade - delicious. read more

Dat Jerk Caribbean Chargrill - Stew Chicken, cabbage, rice & peas - Caribbean Near Me - Glenarden, Maryland

Great experience. Clean. Great music. Wonderful and patient customer service. Demetrius and Happy were super awesome and patient with my children and I. I had to feed 4 kiddos and they explained the menu to me. Great location! read more

Dat Jerk Caribbean Chargrill - Caribbean Near Me - Glenarden, Maryland

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It's my first visit to Dat Jerk. I wanted to try something different so I opted for the jerk meatloaf with rice and peas and cabbage. I've had a lot of meatloaf but never like this. The rice & cabbage were solid but the meatloaf was the star. It tasted exactly how I thought it would. In my opinion, if you add jerk to any meat, it'll make it better and this meatloaf was no exception. read more

Dat Jerk Caribbean Chargrill - Jerk Meatloaf - Caribbean Near Me - Glenarden, Maryland

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A nearby spot for authentic Jamaican food on lunch break?? NO problem! I discovered this place and thought the name of it was very cool. LOL I LOVE jerk chicken patties and saw that they had that on their menu so I decided to stop in! I am very glad that I did. The atmosphere was laid back but clean and so nice! There was Reggae playing so that really added to it, too. I was there on a coldddd February day but felt the warmth of the islands and perfectly spiced jerk chicken patties on my visit! I joined their reward program which gets you lots of awesome deals! The service is also very fast and down to earth. They might say that they are DAT JERK but there are no JERKS here! hehe Come on down and give it a try! :) read more

Dat Jerk Caribbean Chargrill - CLOSE UP of inside my Jerk chicken patty! Yummm! - Caribbean Near Me - Glenarden, Maryland

Today I opted for a pound of the lemon pepper peeled shrimp. So flavorful and delicious! Not too salty and swimming in butter. Probably not the healthiest meal option but enjoy in moderation. I won't be able to eat these all in one session but I will certainly look forward to left overs. read more

Dat Jerk Caribbean Chargrill - Apple Caramel Rum Cake! Delicious... - Caribbean Near Me - Glenarden, Maryland

I got the chance to visit dat jerk with my father recently. I gave him the option going to silver diner or dat jerk. It took a sec for us to get our bearings but we were overall pleased with the options we ordered. The restaurant was very clean and had large portions of food which I believe matched the cost of food. I loved the roti. The wrap itself complimented the flavors inside. I opted to get the sauce on the side which was not the play since it wasn't enough. Definitely won't make that mistake again. They had a friendly staff that helped to guide us through the menu. I definitely look forward to going back. read more

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There are many things I like about this location. Tables and floors were clean, lots of open seating, good for a small office lunch gathering, and the food is delish! I felt transported to an island with authentic Caribbean and Jamaican food. They have a good variety of options as well. Service was efficient, it's not fast food and some items i.e. wraps are made to order to ensure quality and freshness. My only complaint would be customer service. Being greeted nicely goes a long way especially when a tip is appreciated. It was blank stares, frustration with anyone hesitating to make a choice for their meal, along with trying to hear guests through the plexiglass barrier. Literally the only downside. The portion sizes are big! I definitely had enough for dinner that night and lunch the next day. I had the brown stewed chicken with rice, peas, and cabbage. It was delicious! I'll definitely go back. read more

I love Dat Jerk. I enjoy their Honey jerk salmon bowl with rice and Mac and cheese. I also enjoy their quarter chicken, plantains and oxtail bowl. The staff is very courteous and it's a very clean restaurant. I highly recommend them for some good Caribbean flavor! read more

Thursday 9/26/2024 I remember first seeing this spot years ago on a tik tok but never went cause it seemed way too far. I was visiting my dad and realized that he was much closer to the spot so I made the visit. This spot is a chain (I think 4 spots opened) and is located in the Woodmore shopping center. When it comes to ordering its kind of like a Jamaican version of chipotle where you can get your bowls & roti (burritos) but it's also more than that. I spent $68.19 on a takeout order and got: the curry chicken bowl with rice & peas and stir fry veggies with hot pepper sauce $15.28, 1/2 jerk chicken special bowl with Mac n cheese (+$2) and plantains with island bbq sauce (never got the sauce) $20.79, a pound of jerk pork with dj sauce & rude boy sauce (never got the sauce) $18.79, roti skin $2.85, coco bread $3.07, and beef patty $3.46. - Jerk chicken was pretty good and it honestly impressed me (fav item). - Mac n cheese was okay but it didn't really do anything for me. - Plantains were made well and tasted good. - Jerk pork was good and my 2nd fav item. - Curry chicken was a bit underwhelming: It wasn't bad but I expected more flavor. - Rice & peas were alright. - Stir fry veggies (aka cabbage) were decent. - Beef patty & coco bread were both decent but combining to make a sandwich was even better. - The roti skin was decent but really shines when you pair with the other items like protein & rice. - The hot pepper sauce was very HOT. Overall, spending nearly $70 for the food was a pretty expensive but some of it was worth it. My favorites were the jerk chicken and jerk pork (I'd definitely come back for it). I had brought some food home for my dad to try and he really enjoyed it (he ended up making a visit for his dinner that same day lol). read more

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I ordered a meatloaf bowl w/ 2 sides and some curry chicken.  The mac & cheese and  potato salad sides were great as well as the curry chicken! However the meatloaf was awful, un-edible. It was soo dry and looked over microwaved.  I got it without the sauce so actually I could see how old and dry the meat was. read more

Great customer service and amazing food. I ordered the Brown Stew Chicken and it is my favorite dish there. Flavorful, tasty, and great portions! read more

Dat Jerk Caribbean Chargrill - Brown Stew Chicken - Caribbean Near Me - Glenarden, Maryland

Seen this place in passing and finally stopped to give it a try. Upon entry at the first look the place was spacious with plenty of seating. Food is made to order. I did not get a warm greeting initially. However, at checkout the customer experience improved. The jerk chicken was flavorful and cooked to perfection. Rice and beans with the brown sauce was a nice addition. If youre looking for a quick takeaway spot, this is the place. read more

Dat Jerk Caribbean Chargrill - Jerk Chicken Bowl Combo: peas abd Rice and Beans and vegetables - Caribbean Near Me - Glenarden, Maryland

I visit Dat Jerk about once a month. Most of the time I just get a patty and ting but every once in a while I'll get a meal. I'm not a fan of their brown stew chicken but I like their curry chicken. Sides are good; I usually get rice and peas, mac and cheese or cabbage. Today I ordered cabbage and rice and peas with curry chicken. The portions are huge so I can usually get 2-3 meals out of an order. They usually get busy around lunch time but the staff is always kind. read more

Dat Jerk Caribbean Chargrill - Curry Chicken Bowl Combo - Caribbean Near Me - Glenarden, Maryland

Mom said she wanted salmon, mac and cheese, and rice & peas with coconut flavor... so where came to mind? Dat Jerk did! And yay for them opening a new location in Columbia -- glad to see that they're doing well. It's convenient that you can order ahead online... I did so more than 24 hours in advance. The customizations and special requests are easy to make through their website. I got the honey lime salmon for Mom, jerk meatloaf roti for Dad, and curry chicken for myself. I arrived about 10 minutes later than the scheduled pickup time -- but I wasn't worried, because they seal their bags! There were a few people in line, and the dancehall was on full blast, just how I like it. I was a bit surprised to see my order wasn't there though... but I showed my order confirmation on my phone, they took a picture of it, and had it ready in 5 minutes. For all that food, that's a snappy comeback! I think it was a fluke, and hope it doesn't happen too often. But they got the order 100% correct and everyone was happy! The food tasted better than I remember -- especially the mac and cheese. The curry chicken was boneless which was nice, and I could taste the flavor of coconut milk in the stewed peas... yum. The stir fried veggies were a bit saltier than I normally like, but still wonderful. My parents couldn't finish their dishes... hopefully they're enjoying the rest today. It's Chipotle-style Caribbean food, but trust me, it's yummy! read more

Very solid option for Caribbean food in PG county! Expedient service, tasty meal, and it didn't break the bank. Really only two knocks, one being I'd like a healthy green option as a side - stir fry veggies are good and all but maybe a spinach/kale type side could be nice. The other knock I'd say is the coco bread. Very large piece so no disappointment in serving size, but man it was dry as a bone! First time trying coco bread so maybe this was a fluke. The good: Char grilled pork was on point! Could be a bit fatty and maybe too much grizzle for some, but it's all worth it for the crispy exterior bites! Richness is cut beautifully by some of their muy muy sauce (reminds me of an interesting take on Buffalo sauce?), tangy "island ranch", or their bbq sauce. Mac and cheese was rich, gooey, with a lil chew - no complaints! Chicken curry pattie was a delight, excellent flaky pastry dough with well seasoned filling. Plantains? Come on, how do you mess up plantains, they definitely did not mess them up here! A bit unctuous, starchy, and sweet - have them for dessert if they last that long. Definitely going to need to swing by again for that whole bird option! read more

The service was POOR and that made me sad. I wanted to support this restaurant. The meal was $21.88 before tax, the oxtails were 4 small with 2 as bones. Unacceptable! Flavor was salty. Spoke to cashier, she responded with how many did you get, huh, what you see here! She offered another 1 begrudging and I said you can keep it. Yo expect to get what you're paying for and we need to patronize businesses with RESPECT for our money. read more

Dat Jerk Caribbean Chargrill - Oxtails, Peas & Rice and Plantains - Caribbean Near Me - Glenarden, Maryland

I decided to stop in here since I was shopping around at the Woodmore Town Center and starving. I am a huge fan of Caribbean eats, and this place caught my eye out of all of the food choices here. Plus, there was no lime. It was my first time here so I kept it simple with trying their Brown Stew Chicken as a test. From the menu, I ordered the Brown Stewed Chicken Bowl with rice n' peas and stir-fry veggies as the sides. Also, added the Coco Bread as a side. To start, the portions were very good and can possibly feed two people. The food on the other hand, was hot but could definitely step it up a notch on the seasoning. The brown stew chicken and stir-fry veggies lacked that flavor and kick that I am used to in comparison, when stopping by my favorite Caribbean joints in the city - DC. Also, the brown stewed chicken was cut-up chunks of chicken (i.e, like chicken nuggets --no bones) and the gravy was watered-down hence the bland taste. Never had this dish prepared this way. I am used to "bone-in whole chicken pieces" which makes for a better stew and flavor. The pepper sauce was a bit mild for my taste as well. The rice n'peas on the other hand, was one of the better items on the plate. In all, It was just okay....not bad and certainly not the best Caribbean eats that I've ever eaten. I might give Dat Jerk another try if I'm in the Woodmore Town Center area again but to be honest, I am on the fence. Ohhh! But, I must give a shout out to the customer service and the cocoa bread! both were on point! The staff was friendly and the service was quick. The coco bread tho' would make me stop here again'....it was warm, soft and so good! read more

Dat Jerk Caribbean Chargrill - Brown Stew Chicken Bowl Combo w/ Rice n' Beans & Stir-Fry Veggies - Caribbean Near Me - Glenarden, Maryland

This is a nice go to for fast Carribean food if you are in the DC area. Place was clean, organized and service was good. Very nice people. Ordered peel and eat shrimp which was good...coco bread and beef Patty was also really Good. Wish they would serve the Patty inside the coco bread like they do in Fl but that's just me being spoiled. For all of my Coke heads this is a Pepsi Establishment. read more

Rebelling against the no cheese edict in my low cholesterol diet, I promptly headed here for lunch while at work so I can fulfill an intense mac n cheese craving. My first time visiting, I was unsure of how to order. Do you order and pay at the register or tell the employee what you want and then pay? It was unclear on how to do it especially when both employees were busy. Tip- it's tell the employee first and then pay at the register. Now for the food- I was pleased with what I ordered. The macaroni and cheese was sufficiently cheesy and homemade. The cabbage and veggies were so good. The meatloaf with jerk sauce gave it a spicy kick. Overall I would come back and explore more of their dishes. read more

Dat Jerk Caribbean Chargrill - Caribbean Near Me - Glenarden, Maryland

Dat Jerk in Glenarden is a hidden gem! The food is packed with flavor, from the juicy jerk chicken to the perfectly seasoned sides. The portions are generous, and the vibe is warm and welcoming. It's the kind of place that makes you feel like family while serving some of the best Caribbean food around. Can't wait to go back! Follow my IG account for Curated Google Maps list for brunch, happy hours, rooftops, parks, wineries & more in the DMV area: @yourdmvbestie read more

I am a huge fan of Caribbean food and this spot is one of my go to's. The rice is always cooked properly I personally never had a bad meal from here read more

After my office order food from here, I had to try it for myself. Ordered online and when I went to the register no one greeted me. The lady only asked me about my order after I complained because she asked someone behind me about their order. She finally brought my order, I said thanks and she ignored me. I am going back to Just Jerk. read more

I wasn't hungry, per se but just needed something to hold me over till dinner. I went in here and ordered brown stew chicken and stir fry vegetables. The stir fry vegetables were so good. I'd give those a solid 5/5. They were well seasoned and tender. The brown stew chicken, however, was a 2/5 for me. The chicken was cubed. I would have preferred it to be legs or thighs. Also, the marinade was just ok. It wasn't very flavorful or seasoned well. I've had better. I'm not sure how their other menu items taste but I will say they are on the pricey side, and I'm sure I could get the same amount of food that generally tastes better for less. read more

The food here is usually spot on! It's clean and the service is generally good. We went on a Saturday and it wasn't crowded at all. They were bringing out fresh macaroni and cheese which I love. My husband got the ox tails for the first time and they were delicious. We will be back as usual. I would say get someone that strictly does the register to check people out and flow better. read more

Dat Jerk Caribbean Chargrill - Honey Jerk Salmon with cabbage, rice and peas - Caribbean Near Me - Glenarden, Maryland

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Let me just stop to talk about Kolton! What an awesome amazing caring considerate kind and thoughtful young mam he is. No, I do that know hum personally but what I do know is that when you are spending a lot of money for lunch, dinner and someone like Kolton shows up at the door, in the service line and at the register you can consider yourself as being served and it makes it worth every dime you spend. THANK YOU KOLTON for providing me 5 Star service EVERY single time I come through those doors! You are worth it! Now can you teach some of your coworkers the same read more

Saw a post on IG about the one in Columbia and remembered there was one nearby so we decided to try it. Love that they play Caribbean music so it was a nice vibe when you walk in. The staff was friendly and helpful as well. We got the oxtail with rice and peas and cabbage, the salmon with rice and peas and plantain, macaroni and cheese, a beef patty, a kale and callaloo patty, two pieces of cake. Overall, the food was probably 5 or 6 out of 10. The seasoning was not as potent as other Caribbean restaurants I have been to. My biggest gripe was that there was corn in the cabbage. I have never seen that before and I don't eat corn so I had to pick through it. Otherwise, the cabbage was fine. The oxtails were very tender and tasted fine, but there was literally no spice. The salmon didn't have enough spice. The Mac was also a little dry. If someone would have given me this food and I didn't know where it came from, I would not have assumed it was a Caribbean restaurant. I may go back to try the chicken roti, but other than that, I am not likely to return. read more

Was back in town visiting family and went back to Dat Jerk a few times. Instead of getting the Jerk Chicken like we previously, I got the Brown Stew Chicken and Curry Chicken for the family. Both were a hit and the Brown Stewed Chicken is now my new favorite. Our girls (7 & 9) liked these two chicken dishes as they were not as spicy as the Jerk Chicken, The girls also enjoyed the Beef Patties and Roti Skins. Also The Stir Fried Vegetables, Vegetarian Stewed Peas, Rice and Peas and Plantains are so good that I could just eat them by themselves. I did find that if you go in on a Friday evening they may run low on patties and you might have to wait until they prepare more..but its worth the wait. read more

Their jerk salmon really has a stonghold on me! Every time I come, I have to order and it's tasty both in a salad and as an entree with side. I will say, this place isn't the cheapest and there seems to be an up charge for a lot of times that would be considered standard at other establishments. I've been 5+ time and it's always my go-to when I'm in the area running errands or need something quick and quality. read more

My go to spot for good Jamaican food -their peas and rice is next level. I'm there for their honey salmon but all food Is delicious

Terrible experience Waited 45 mins for them to tell me that they are still waiting for something to cook. I asked for my money back- not a sorry or anything Never going back read more

This is good for a "fast" Jamaican spot. The consistency isn't there, sometimes the flavor is there sometimes it isn't and I had dry rice before. read more

Everything was amazing! When we walked in, we were greeted immediately. The young lady that took our order was hilarious, funny, professional and very friendly. I got the oxtail platter and my hubby got the salmon platter. And babeeeeee when I tell youuuuu!!! The food is torch! I was looking for a new Jamaican spot; all year I been asking people "you know a good Jamaican spot?" My coworker told me about this spot outta nowhere! The young lady who served us, said we will be back. Ummmm girllll I'm coming back I'm hungry just by typing this.... but I promise you, the food is great. F**k the prices, get you some FOOOOOD! #OneLove read more

Dat Jerk Caribbean Chargrill - Oxtail w/ Rice & Peas - Caribbean Near Me - Glenarden, Maryland

Loved the beef patty. Jerk chicken platter with rice and peas with cabbage was delicious too.

I'm a tough Jamaican food critic, y'all know this. But I gotta say-- this was good. Different, definitely fast food/casual type vibe-- but good. The best part is the sauces they offer. I tried the jerk pork bowl (rice and peas and plantain). The pork tasted slow roasted, super tender. And the plantain were fried excellently. The patty-- VERY fresh. But I wasn't a huge fan of the flavor. I promise you it's not bad, just a little different than what I'm used to. read more

Dat Jerk Caribbean Chargrill - Jerk pork bowl and beef patty. - Caribbean Near Me - Glenarden, Maryland

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From the outside, this place looks like a typical chain restaurant, but looks can be deceiving. The food is homemade, fresh, and authentic. I tried the jerk chicken bowl, rice and peas, with vegetables. My girlfriend has the honey jerk salmon with plantains and vegetable. We also tried their beef and chicken patties. Everything was delicious. My jerk chicken was overcooked, but it was still delicious. I wish they had oxtail and goat, but everything else was good. The patties were flaky and delicious. We will definitely be back soon. read more

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5 stars!!!! I was running errands all day and I planned to go to Costco to pick up some groceries. I was going to get Cava but I figured I would try something different. I am soooooo happy I did! Dat Jerk was amazing and the servings were amazing. The food was tasty, well seasoned. I plan to go back for some Roti. read more

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This is a new spot that I am trying out. I was a bit nervous after trying other Jamaican food spots where they don't operate in the same manner of meal preparation. By that, I mean, you would place your order, the cooks make the food, and you get it in a styrofoam box lol. Those are usually the best! This place operates more like chipotle. You go in and you choose your main dish, and you go down the line to choose your toppings and mixins. I will say that there is no difference in flavor or quality at all in my opinion. I got the jerk chicken platter with plantains and mac & cheese. The jerk chicken was seasoned VERY well. I can still taste it. The mac and cheese I was told would be really good. Those were not lies! Everything was good. I'll be back for sure! read more

Dat Jerk Caribbean Chargrill - Caribbean Near Me - Glenarden, Maryland

I've been wanting to try this place out for a while and I finally got the chance today. It wasn't that many people in there, so the wait was short. I ordered the jerk chicken (white meat), stir fry veggies and fries. I also ordered a rum cake. The chicken was ok, but not great. The veggies were pretty good. The fries were really really good. The rum cake was really moist and sweet. I enjoyed it. I plan to go back to try out the stewed chicken because it looked pretty good. read more