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    De-Jred

    4.2 (174 reviews)
    ModerateCaribbean
    Closed 12:00 pm - 8:00 PM

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    DE-JRED ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Quiet
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Excellent family run restaurant! I was in the mood for something different, and decided to try Caribbean cuisine. This place showed up in my search results, thought I'd take a chance. Glad I did. Nice folks and even better food. My son had the jerk chicken and I had oxtail. Omg slow cooked goodness! My son couldn't stop trying out my dish lol. Can't wait to come back soon

    Oxtails
    Serge G.

    I'm in Skokie, Illinois trying Jamaican food at a place that's been a family business for over 15 years. I went with my brother and his family to celebrate my nieces 8th birthday, and we had a blast. I tried so many different dishes starting with the beef patty. Juicy succulent meat, and in contrast the salt fish fritters were crispy and salty. The mains though did not disappoint. We did family style to share and up first was the oxtail and butterbeans. The fat that's on the oxtail is hand picked off to ensure the oxtail meat absorbs the juices and really is the most flavorful it can be. The Curry chicken was warm and savory and same with the curry goat but the goat had a gamier taste but worked so well with the spices. The roasted beef was tender and I could've finished it all but had to share. Never can go wrong with some sweet plantains but the most impressive thing I ate that dinner was the Escovitch Fish. It's a whole Red Snapper soaked in a vinegar mixture with pan fried onions and peppers. Such a light and delicate fish yet filling and easy on the stomach. We absolutely loved our family outing at Carib'n Bites, go show them some love for their authentic and delicious cooking.

    Jerry chicken
    Nana A.

    Jerry chicken and oxtail was amazing fell of the bone! They cook was so sweet and attentive

    Cow Foot
    Steve R.

    Amazing Delicious Fresh food served with the kindest heart and biggest beautiful smile you've ever seen. I placed a large order to go Oxtail and Beans Jerk Chicken Brown Gravy Chicken Cow Foot Salt Fish * All served with rice and beans, cabbage and plantains Fried Plantain Coconut / Ginger dessert Special Bread All fresh ingredients...clean food....not greasy or over spiced...all truly cooked with passion and love for the business and their customers. I highly recommend this restaurant... Its quite a gem in Skokie!!!

    Sm Jerk Chicken with fried rice and fried plantains
    Kadin M.

    Wow. The food is absolutely amazing (I had jerk chicken with friend rice and plantains) and I will be going back as soon as possible!! The staff and regular customers are so welcoming and made me feel like family. I got to talk to several people there and they were so kind, and offered me a seat at their table to talk. They even made sure to bring me a bowl of ox tail to try because they didn't want me to leave without getting to try it for the first time. I honestly don't think I will go back to Skokie without stopping here.

    Cow foot, rice and beans, cabbage and plantains
    Mike P.

    This is my favorite Jamaican restaurant to go to! The people at De-Jred are so friendly and kind and chef Roy knows what he's doing. Not to mention, the food is some of the best Jamaican food I've had in the Chicagoland area. My favorite item here is the cow foot (I know, it's not for everyone), but it is always made to order and so soft and flavorful. I get it at least once a week. If cow feet are not for you, you must try the oxtail! They are so tender and flavorful and come with a ton of rice and peas, cabbage and plantains! Also, their jerk chicken and beef patties are also great!

    Ital stew
    Naomi T.

    My family and I came here to eat after a difficult time. The staff was hospitable and took care to answer all of our questions and take our numerous orders. I ordered the Ital stew. It was delicious and filling. I hope they add more vegan items to the menu but I wouldn't mind ordering it again, when I visit.

    1/2 chicken meal  & extra plantains

    I got the 1/2 chicken meal and with an extra side of plantains ; and it was really good ! I would definitely come back to try another dish. Good portion ( even for my fat@$$ ) It falls off the bone!!!

    Oxtail meal
    Andrew P.

    De-Jred is conveniently a 5 min drive from the locall strip mall. After a cool movie date, we were seeking some hearty Carribean food! I must say we were greeted with such good energy! There is a running joke that Carribean staff can be rude but the food be good ( if you know you know hahaha). I'm Carribean as well so I can say that! Anyway, the service was great. I'm from NY so I had my fair share of Jamaican food. I would say it's a 3/5. I had better but it's passing. If you are not native or new to trying Jamaican food, De-Jred is a nice introduction.

    Oxtail, Cow Feet, and Beef Patties!
    Meng L.

    One can argue that there are plenty of Jamaican restaurants around this area, but what makes this place so special mon ( in my terrible "Jamaican Accent")? The old man preparing the food by himself. As I turn my head around I see nothing but smiles on his face as he's cooking. Do you know what that tells me? That, that food is prepared with love and care! Not to sound like a broken record by the way. Then the food arrives and holy bumbaclot! This is yoga flameeee! I mean you can read my reviews and take my word for it or you can come and try it out yourself!

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    After a good meal from here the food help.make a ill man well and feeling 100% better keep up the Almighty work.

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    Quick update, I am still a loyal customer after 5+ years, this place has yet to disappoint. This is THE Jamaican spot.

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    Outstanding food and service every single time. Authentic Jamaican food. Dre is the real deal man.

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    Great service, great food, fair price. Go see them for some ox tail. Good people doing what they love and you feel it.

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    I love their Jerk Chicken and Jamaican Beef Patties! They go well with the Ginger Soda. I normally don't eat cabbage, unless it's from here.

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