I had passed this place agazillion times, and every time I said "we should try that place." We finally did, and it was so good! It's a cute little place, painted with bright colors. There is a seating area to wait for your food, and plenty of seating. You order at the counter and your food is brought to your table. The gentleman that greeted us was super friendly and helpful. One of the things that I immediately lived about this place was that many of the dishes have sizes. I almost never finish a regular size plate, and ordered the smaller serving size, which was still a lot of food (my son has to finish mine for me). The portions were quite large. I loved the little extra touch of the flower garnish. I ordered the jerk chicken with fried plantains. This jerk chicken comes in a sauce, rather than the dry rub you sometimes see in jerk chicken. It was soooo yummy and so tender it literally just fell off the bone. The fried plantains were also delish. My son had the curry. He loved it! I think this place is well loved, as there was a constant stream of people coming in to pick up food while we were there. read more

My first time at this establishment, went with friends who had been before. Many options with clear pictures and pricing. I ordered the jerk chicken with rice & fried plantains. It was so yummy, both the first time and as leftovers. What I really appreciated was the service. We came when there was a line and the employee who helped us was efficient and kind. Waited a bit, but he showed us the food to ensure accuracy before packing it to go. Hope to come back again and try another option! read more

I went to Hot Pot on Friday evening and was amazed and pleased at my combination plate of oxtail and curry chicken. Excellent food and I will definitely be back. If you like good food go to Hot Pot Caribbean Cuisine read more

Hot Pot Caribbean Cuisine - Oxtails, curry chicken, mixed vegetables, rice and peas. Excellent! - Caribbean Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

I rarely if ever leave a review on the internet however, if you're in the chandler area and you are wanting something new or some really delicious Caribbean food I can strongly recommend this place to try out. I'm not totally familiar with Jamaican cuisine so the man in the front was very nice and welcoming and gave me an incredible recommendation of jerk chicken which was by far the best jerk chicken dish I've ever had. I strongly recommend you try out this place!! read more

Hot Pot Caribbean Cuisine - Brown Stew Chicken - Caribbean Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

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After almost five years living in Chandler, I can finally say Arizona has a true Caribbean spot I can call my own. Most Caribbean places in the Valley are either scattered or food trucks that are hard to track down. But today was different--I was craving authentic island food and stumbled upon Hot Pot Caribbean Cuisine . My Jamaican side told me this was the answer, so I made the quick 10-minute drive. The restaurant, located at Arizona Ave and Warner, immediately gave me a warm, welcoming vibe. Spacious, family-friendly, and full of that "home" feeling. The owners are wonderful--genuine, kind, and quick with service. My daughter felt so comfortable she was happily playing around while we waited. Now, the food. If you're new to Caribbean dishes, here's my quick guide: * Jerk Chicken - Spicy, bold flavor. * Curry Chicken - Mild, flavorful, not too spicy. * Curry Goat - Tender goat meat, rich curry blend. These three are a perfect starting point. If you can't decide, get a combo--I went with curry chicken and jerk chicken, paired with a ginger beer (non-alcoholic but packs a kick). The portion sizes were huge, the flavors were on point, and the price--just over $30--felt like a steal for the quality and amount of food. In my book, this is an easy 10/10. Without a doubt, Hot Pot Caribbean Cuisine is the best Caribbean food I've had in Chandler--and honestly, in the whole Valley. I'll definitely be back with my family. read more

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This spot has been around for a very long time. My husband was Jamaican and before he passed I enjoyed this cuisine regularly. I decided to pick up dinner tonight and yum! The memories and the taste just hit the spot. This little restaurant has seats to enjoy their fresh food inside or take it to go. It is simple not fancy at all. Please don't be in a rush or takes time to get the food ready but it's with the wait. They don't make the patties in house and the person up front didn't know where they were from. I'm from NYC so if they were from there I would have ordered it. The rice and cabbage are great and the meat was moist and delicious. read more

Hot Pot Caribbean Cuisine - Caribbean Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

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Came back to dine in and it was the best decision, since I didn't have to drive 35mins home before I got a chance to eat. lol. We ordered the oxtails and curry chicken. Best hands down, oxtails were in full not just pieces and bones. They were extremely flavorful and just right. The curry chicken was delicious and had no leftovers. We came hungry and left overly full. lol Service was great! Staff was friendly and attentive. Always a must when on this side of town. read more

Hot Pot Caribbean Cuisine - Oxtails - Caribbean Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

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Hot Pot is the best authentic Caribbean Jamaican restaurant in Chandler. The food is consistently flavorful, and the chef clearly knows what he's doing. The manager, Karen, also deserves special recognition for her professionalism and customer care. Yesterday, I noticed that my serving wasn't quite right when I got home. I mentioned it to Karen today, and she immediately acknowledged the issue and explained that the employee who served me was very new. Without any delay or unnecessary back‑and‑forth, she personally prepared a fresh, well‑packaged dish and assured me that she would make it right. She also told me to let her know if I ever experience any inconvenience in the future. This level of customer service is rare. Karen handled the situation with grace, respect, and genuine care. Because of her and the quality of the food, Hot Pot will continue to be my go‑to spot for authentic Jamaican cuisine. Jerome read more

Review of the food truck: I was so excited to try this place because it was a unique food truck amidst the others. I ordered the mango wings and also got to try the jerk wings. I wish the meat was fall off the bone but they were a tad tough. The sauce was very rich and plentiful. I could've used a more punch flavor but understand that that doesn't always suit everyone. The fries were sad. Underseasoned and soft. They tasted like frozen fries from the grocery story. They would've definitely been elevated with a spicy/salty seasoning to go with them. The staff were very nice and were trying to crank food out of there quickly to not keep everyone waiting for too long. read more

Hot Pot Caribbean Cuisine - Mango Wings - Caribbean Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

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Food was amazing. Defiantly better than most Caribbean places on the west side of the US. I highly recommend the curry chicken plate. Along with a jerk chicken combo read more

Was not happy with the quality of food. The rice was too mushy. Oxtail bone and gravy too heavy. Ackee was not good. So sad bc I liked this place so much. read more

The lack of enthusiasm in the atmosphere shows in the lack luster flavor missing from the food. It was not the worst nor the best I could have just as easily had Burger King instead of this. Very disappointing!!! read more

Such a quaint family spot! It doesn't have the most inviting colors but the vibes are comforting. I get my food to go and I love it because the boxes keep the heat in very well. The jerk chicken we got today fell off the bone and was so flavorful although they could've been a bit more saucy. i suggest you ask for extra sauce! The rice, beans and cabbage are THE side of the year and they pair very nicely with the chicken and ox tails! I'm actually excited because they give you so much! The plate definitely has enough for lunch the next day! The coconut rum cake was my choice of dessert but it was a bit too sweet! The cake was good but there was a lot of frosting! read more

Hot Pot Caribbean Cuisine - Too much frosting. Coconut Rum - Caribbean Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

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The food was absolutely amazing. I ordered the jerk chicken with rice and peas and plantains on a Monday afternoon chicken tender as ever flavor food juicy with a little spice plantain sweet definitely will be coming back to try their oxtail. read more

First time to Hot Pot, and I can say I was not disappointed. Everything was fresh and on point. Mac and Cheese was elite, cabbage seasoned exceptionally well. Jerk, was juicy, good flavor, not dry. I'm big on customer service and being treated well; and Denise at the front was pleasant, and made sure we were squared away. I'll definitely be back. Bless up read more

Hot Pot Caribbean Cuisine - Jerk Chicken - Caribbean Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

Amazing food, quick and attentive service, was a great choice for lunch today! Definitely will be back! read more

Hot Pot Caribbean Cuisine - Jerk and Curry chicken! - Caribbean Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

great customer service and very nice inside, food came out fast and flavorful definitely will be back again read more

Never again. multiple times I've wasted money. old burnt smell taste oxtail not hot. AZ food continues to sucks. 70 ish bucks on lunch. I don't ever write reviews just take the loses. My JA mother in law and bajan fam are rolling in their graves. cant even use them for catering scared of a disappointing crowd. read more

Hot Pot Caribbean Cuisine - Small portion plated...three bites going in the trash. Pissed cause I'm hungry. - Caribbean Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

Absolutely delicious!! I got the Ox Tail plate with rice and beans and plantains, the plate was HUGE! The woman at the counter was really nice, laughing and talking with customers and the service was quick. The price was a little high but I definitely agree that Ox Tail is pricier no matter where you get it and honestly, this place did it right I'll be back for sure! read more

The best Jamaican food spot in the Phoenix! Denise was awesome. Professionalism was great and customer service! You'll be addicted like me. Been here 3 times in one week. read more

I love Caribbean food and having a new take with Jerk Wings was refreshing and delicious. The wings were smothered in Smoky Jerk sauce and were beautifully smoked. Maybe just a tad overdone but loved them! The fries were the disappointing part, were supposed to be seasoned but ended up being regular crinkle fries without much kick or anything notable about them. Zhuzhing them up in some way would make this place delicious! read more

Hot Pot Caribbean Cuisine - 6 Pieces Jerk Wings - Caribbean Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

This was my second time here and it was decent. The food could have been a little more seasoned but it was good. The wait was a bit long but they did address us and let us know they were short staffed which I understand. Things happen. Overall it was pretty good and the portions of food was to my liking. I will give them another try. read more

Hot Pot Caribbean Cuisine - Oxtails with red beans and rice, with a side of plantains. - Caribbean Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

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Very nice people. Been here several times, but not on a Wednesday. Not for sure if it was a different chef. I ordered curry chicken and it seemed to be more salt than curry. Chk was tough to pull apart with my fork and fingers . Perhaps my taste buds have changed. Also, ordered jerk chk pasta and the thin cut jerk chk seemed to be dry along with the pasta. Normally, it's good tastin liquid at the bottom of carry out plate. This time around was different. Couldn't finish eating it. I spent well over $50. The beef patty's were excellent. read more

This was my first time coming here. I kept seeing ppl rave about it online. I decided to try the brown stew chicken with rice and peas and cabbage. I was excited to try this place but had high expectations. My family is Belizean so I'm used to eating this specific meal. I was not entirely a fan. The brown stew chicken was noticeably sweet. I know sugar is used in the browning process but it was too much. The rice and peas were okay. Kind of dry in my opinion. And the cabbage had a distinct vinegar taste. None of which was made better by the hot sauce. I think expected that to be something like habanero or scotch bonnet. It was Crystals. Which is also heavily vinegar based. The customer service was great but not enough for me to return and try something else. read more

Hot Pot Caribbean Cuisine - Brown stew chicken. Rice and peas. Cabbage. - Caribbean Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

We have been coming here for about two years now and it's hands down my favorite Jamaican restaurant. The curry chicken is delicious. My son loves the rice and peas from here. We are always treated with respect. This place just has a positive energy overall. read more

haven't had this good of caribbean food since my husband and i lived in florida! so happy to have discovered this hidden gem only a short drive from our house. the jerk chicken here is off the charts amazing--fall off the bone tender, so juicy and flavorful. rice and peas and veggies were also very flavorful and delicious. husband (who is a chef) loved his curry goat dish too. i was also very pleased with presentation of the dishes. i had been craving a good beef patty since my time in florida and the ones here really hit the spot! 10/10 will be back again read more

Hot Pot Caribbean Cuisine - jerk chicken with rice and peas and veggies - Caribbean Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

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Do not come here, customer service is horrible and they are very rude. food took so long to be ready for just one plate!! read more

Hot Pot Caribbean Cuisine - the resturant doors - Caribbean Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

This place has a nice and cozy atmosphere, makes you feel like your in a local restaurant in Jamaica. The customer service was great, everyone was very friendly. The food was awesome with huge portions! read more

Great food and really nice people! Definitely a must try! We ordered the jerk chicken and pasta and curry chicken. All are great. The plantains were a nice bonus! read more

If you want authentic Jamaican food this is the best place in town! Get there early to get the good stuff, this place is no longer a secret :-) read more

Hot Pot Caribbean Cuisine - Caribbean Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

Excellent food! The Mac and cheese is fiyah! I forgot to take a picture that's how good my veggie plate, catfish and calalalloo was! Will be back on Tuesday! read more

After all these years that I've been going to Hot Pot, it never disappoints! With a Jamaican mother this is the only place she will order Jamaican food from. The staff is always so friendly and accommodating. read more

This is one of the best caribbean spots in Az. This is the only place I go to to get oxtail. It's always good every time I come. The jerk chicken is also good too! read more

Went there to try oxtails which was very tasty, rice was a dry, cabbage was probably the best out of all 3 items

Jerk chicken pasta , tasted real ,good real fresh , I've also had the jerk chicken and rice and it's all been 10/10 definitely give them a try was also nice and friendly read more

Hot Pot Caribbean Cuisine - Jerk Chicken Pasta - Caribbean Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

I do a lot of reviews and i hate to write this one. The food was not what I expected. I took my sister and niece and told them I had came years ago and the food was good. I ordered 3 beef patty's 2 oxtails plates 1 jerk chicken plate 1 Escovitch The oxtails were cut extremely thin, 1" x 1" pieces the rice and peas were dry and flavorless, and the plantains were soggy The jerk chicken was burned and lacked flavor. They covered it in a sauce afterwards however, this was not jerk chicken, the Escovitch was extremely overcooked, so much that the thickest portions of the fish were dry and hard to remove bones. Most of the meal was wasted, because the food was not good. I am not one for wasting food however, this food was not good at all. The environment was OK with the exception of a lot of flies inside. Unless there was significant changes with the cooking, I would not recommend this place to anyone read more

Hot Pot Caribbean Cuisine - Full plates of food . The food was so bad we didn't even finish or try to finish - Caribbean Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

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My husband and I first went to Hot Pot about 4 years ago. The food was ok, the service was ok, but we were not very impressed. We returned about a year later and walked away with a similar feeling. We decided to return a few weeks ago the give it another chance. We were MUCH more impressed. We have since returned 3 times and the great food and welcoming service was consistent. We have enjoyed the brown stew chicken, oxtail, curry goat, and ackee & saltfish. This last time we also got dessert - that rum carrot cake was the best! Kudos to staff for stepping things up consistently? read more

Love this place! The people are friendly and the food is to die for! I moved from Chandler to Maricopa and still come this way to grab Curry Chicken. Denise is great!! She always leaves you with a kind word and good conversation as well read more

I'm Gonna Be FAT I'm Gonna be FAT!! I got a huge plate and slice of Red Velvet Cake!! It was Delicious!! I moved to The Valley from NJ and have realized my weight loss over the last 5 months, was from lack of finding a good Jamaican Spot! But the Lord Answered my Prayers and I found one!! When I heard the ladies talking to one of the Customers and saw his Smile I knew it was On!!! read more

Hot Pot Caribbean Cuisine - Caribbean Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

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Do not waste your money if you are looking for authentic Jamaican food. Rice and peas gave extremely dry mush. Oxtails were tough and lacking flavor. Brown stew chicken would have been good if there was more chicken but we had potatoes and gristle. For what you pay it should indeed be better quality. read more