found this place 2 years ago, and I never left. My son is a picky eater, and he's 19. He smashed the plate of oxtails, rice gravy and veggies. WORTH EVERY PENNY. TRUST ME U WONT REGRET IT. read more

Went here on a Sunday afternoon after church because I was craving some jerk chicken. Not sure why I expected the place to be packed, but I was literally the only customer in the restaurant the entire time. Reggae music was playing, but there was just no... vibe. Nothing in the decor or atmosphere that makes you want to go there to have an experience, enjoy the sights and sounds, people watch, etc. Just eat. I got my order takeout. The young man working the register who took my order was very nice and professional. Good customer service. I ordered the large jerk chicken and a chicken patty, and I'm glad I did! It was really good. They are generous with the portions (could've used more plantains relative to the amount of everything else, but...) and the meal did not miss! I will definitely be back the next time I'm craving jerk chicken... for takeout! read more

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Curry Goat was really good. Watch out for bone shrapnel. Peas and rice were tender and well seasoned.

Their food is good. If you're hungry and want some island cuisine you won't be disappointed. I ordered oxtails, steamed vegetables, plantains, and a side of roti to go. I didn't order any rice but the roti was all that I needed to complete my meal. My husband ordered a large curry goat plate with white rice, steamed vegetables, and plantain. My daughter ordered their veggie burger and fries. She said the fried were a little on the oily side for her liking, but the burger was really good. The total came up to $75 and I felt that was a gold price for everything we got. I also added a drink to the order as well. There is a spacious seating area inside if you want to dine-in. If you're feeling in the mood to have some fun, check them out on Friday evenings when they have karaoke vibes. read more

Back like I've never left. This time, I ended up getting the Combo Plate with Oxtails and Curry Goat. The plate came with Rice and Peas, Cabbage, and Plantains. Like I said in the last 2 reviews, every bite of the Oxtails and Curry Goat was like I'm in heaven, melted in my mouth good. The Rice and Peas and Plantains were really good but the cabbage was not only seasoned really good but it was extremely tasty, which it's not difficult to pull off if you know what you're doing. Shae's service is unmatched every time. The cooks always do a good job. Will return again and again. read more

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Super nice service and atmosphere. Food flavorful and made fresh. Love the Patties, Roti, jerk wings, and rum cake. The drinks are made fresh and super rich flavorful, love the Sorrel and Sea Moss. Occasional live music . Must visit read more

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I was craving oxtail and stumble upon this place on Yelp. I called a to go order. Very friendly on the phone and gave a recommendation to try the chicken combo with jerk chicken and stew. He said the food would be ready in 15 minutes and he was right. Looks like each dish comes with plantain, some stir fried veggies and rice with peas. All of it was fairly good. Seasoned well. I really enjoyed the oxtail and how it was fall off the bone. It appears they give you a lot of chicken but be warned that the stew chicken is mostly bone and not much meat. Also the jerk chicken is a little on the dry side but they do give you a bbq dipping sauce so that helps balance that out I feel. I probably won't be ordering the chicken plate again, but I would def get oxtail if I was in the mood. P.S. you have to try the chicken curry patty. Nice spice and flavor to it. $3 only? Worth? The plates were over $20+ not a cheap meal, but I do love me some oxtail. read more

Island Flavorz - Oxtail and chicken combo - Caribbean Near Me - Houston, Texas

Tried this lil hidden spot someone suggested. The place was small but very nice and clean. I love the meat pies we end up eating about 4 of them. We ordered the oxtails combo and the jerk wings combo. We were full from the appetizers so we took the food home and it was alright I have tasted better. It was good but not amazing needed a little bit more salt or seasoning not just pepper. Now it was piping hot. And the price was affordable. I was a little bit sad because they had no tea or lemonade so I had to opt for a bottle of water. The staff were very nice and friendly when coming and going. read more

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I am blown away by island Flavorz! This is the best jerk chicken and the best jerk wings I've had in my life. I've eaten jerk chicken all over the USA and they are doing it right here. Absolutely the best in houston. Food: the jerk chicken is grilled to perfection. The char tastes so good. Also their jerk sauce has the right amount of heat. It's very subtle but hot in a good way. Every bite was fantastic. Also their Mac n cheese , rice and cabbage was simply to die for. The plantains were amazing too. The jerk wings here are special. Not only are they the best jerk wings, this was the best wings I've ever had. Top notch. So dam amazingly good! Every single bite was great. Also we wanted oxtails but they sold out. That shows how good they are. We will definitely be coming here for many more meals to come. read more

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I was skeptical at first. I've never had Jamaican food before, but since the boo is from Jamaica, and he wanted to find a place to enjoy food like back home. I looked up some places, read reviews, and this place is the one that won us over. It. Was. GOOD. I got the Rasta Pasta with jerk chicken. He got oxtails with steamed cabbage and rice. We kept saying how amazing the food was. Even tried the chicken patty and the flavors were amazing. Simply put, I'll be back again. It seems they have a live DJ playing Jamaican music, depending on the day; music good, food amazing, service good, just all around 10/10. read more

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Great place to eat. Hot food. Roti was very succulent, just needed some more goat meat. Clean restroom and restaurant. Everyone needs to try a meal there and you won't regret it. Great staff. read more

went here yesterday after church. The food was very delicious and the atmosphere was congenial. They served us delicious food in a timely manner. We plan to go back. They did quite a takeout business additionally read more

Ordered the jerk chicken and the Rasta pasta and it was some of the most flavorful and creamy pasta I've ever had. Plantains were sweet which is a plus for me. read more

I enjoyed my first visit to this small restaurant. Currently, there is construction occurring in front of the restaurant, and parking is tight, but manageable. Great music was playing from a DJ booth with bar stools around the bar. 5/5 It is clean inside with booths, counter height tables, and a very clean women's restroom- which is always a plus. 5/5 The restaurant wasn't full, yet a steady stream of customers visited during our time there. Oz, the owner, has been in business for 6 years. He was friendly, while answering spice level entree questions. 5/5 We sat after paying. Our order was promptly brought to our table. 5/5 The servings were generous and well plated. 5/5 My party ordered Oxtail Rasta Pasta, Jerk Chicken combo meal comprised of a leg quarter cut into 5 large pieces, rice and peas, plantains, and cabbage. I prefer mild food, so I pulled off the skin. And Oz was absolutely correct, it was about a 3 out of 5 spice level, more well seasoned flavor. I enjoyed it without flames shooting from my mouth. I'd order the jerk chicken again. 5/5 I did sample the tender oxtail and the spicy pasta. 5/5 Overall, it was a wonderful experience. read more

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June 1, 2023 No frills. No charm. No soda fountain, only bottled drinks or water. No plates (just styrofoam) plastic ware. BUT, the food...the FOOD is fresh and flavorful. we got the curry goat (tender and tasty) mac and cheese (yum) and the coconut curry shrimp--delish! Prices are moderate read more

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Best Caribbean flavors around! Try the Rasta Pasta with Jerk Chicken and one of their signature fruit drinks. The flavor combos will keep you coming back. Everything is made from scratch and you can tell. The music and people make a chill and welcoming vibe. Everyone is always super friendly too. read more

Island Flavorz - Rasta Pasta w Jerk Chicken - Caribbean Near Me - Houston, Texas

Greeted by the bustling of traffic, this restaurant is surrounded by a lot of activity. Entering the building you feel a transformation into the Jamaican Culture. The food hits your nostrils and the music moves your hips. The restaurant owner took my food order. With three beef patties and a multitude of other desires, our food was ready in 20 minutes. Although the restaurant is a vibe we took our food to go. Now I'm ashamed because although we took our food to go I ate a Pattie on my thirty-minute drive home. And my Lawd... it was fresh, flakey and the meat was seasoned with a little spice. Arriving home I dug into my plate. Spicy and tasty. The best meal I've had in a while. It felt like I transformed to grandma's kitchen. I was fat, full and happy. 10/10 recommend. read more

Island Flavorz - Red Snapper (grilled) - Caribbean Near Me - Houston, Texas

I ordered Island Flavorz based on a search for something close by while staying by the Houston Hobby Airport, and it did NOT disappoint. Although, i am a little annoyed that the picture when you order it shows salmon on top, mine did not come with salmon, so that's a little misleading, they should probably change that. The pasta was creamy, rich, with a bit of spice, so if you can't handle spice, i don't recommend, but if you CAN??? Oh, baby, make sure you get this! I recommend but make sure you order it with meat! read more

Island Flavorz - Rasta Pasta - Caribbean Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Delicious jerk chicken - very tender and moist. Plantains were perfectly fried and the chicken patties were flaky and full of flavor.

Great food and service! The staff was very friendly and kind. Oxtails, chicken curry and jerk chicken are great options. I normally do t like plantains but my husband and I really enjoyed them :) read more

I got a to-go order of Curry Goat and Jerk Wings. The staff were extremely friendly and I only waited about 15 minutes. The place was relatively empty at the time but they did have a DJ playing good music. The place is decorated very nicely and the food was delicious, 10/10! I'd highly recommend coming here read more

Small business I checked out recently the food is great for the area the only thing I didn't like was the patty that thing had no flavor it was pretty bad to me . I know it's a different type of food but I've gone to other places and had the patties and are great but the patty ruined it for me . The service is quick the ambiance calm when I went . The jerk chicken and the wings are great . I like jamaican food so this is not a bad spot to try the patties just no good for me . read more

The food was good even tho they didn't have what I wanted it was still an ok experience

Really delicious food and good service. My favorite is the oxtails and plantains but tbh everything we've had here is amazing.

My first visit to this restaurant. Ambiance is very good, service was excellent. Co-owner Sean was great. he assured me that their oxtails were better than my mom's. Oooh big shoes to fill. I Just ate the oxtails and they are not better than my mom's but they were extremely close. I have not enjoyed oxtails anywhere else that could remotely compare to my mom's. I completely enjoyed them and will definitely be back to this restaurant. I highly recommend them for authentic Island/Jamaican cuisine. read more

Unfortunately, I did not enjoy this place as much as I wanted to. The jerk chicken was only lightly seasoned and the rice and peas were bland. The food tasted like it was catered more towards the American palate rather than staying true to what is authentic to the cuisine. read more

This is the closest Jamaican restaurant to me. Food is really good. The people that work there are pleasant and the restaurant and restrooms stay clean. The service is normally pretty quick as well.I normally get the oxtail plate here when I get that craving. Food is well seasoned and tasted authentic. I took away one star because they charge extra for every little thing. I was charged 50 cents extra for basically another squirt of jerk sauce in a small container. And the Jerk Chicken was a bit hard on some areas this time. Normally this happens from being over cooked and re-heated more than once. If I come back, I will just stick to the oxtails and meat patties since those items stay more consistent. read more

Island Flavorz - Jerk Chicken - Caribbean Near Me - Houston, Texas

Definitely worth trying if you crave authentic West Indian Fare. Located in a shopping plaza off of Fuqua and 45, it's a breeze to go in and take your food to go or dine in, if there is room... I suggest the curried goat anything & my favorite dish on the menu (besides the oxtail) is "The Rasta Pasta", which can include shrimp, chicken or oxtail" This place hits the spot every-time. The jerk-ANYTHING is great here as well... If your Vegan, there are options for you as well. Like their veggie patty. Try this spot out if your ever on the Southside of Houston... read more

Good considering it's hard to find this type of food near the Hobby airport. Oxtails were spicy and flavor was different than normal but good. Not much meat on the oxtails though. Jerk wings were spicy with tons of sauce. Rice and peas were dry bit ok. Plantains were flavorless. Meat pie was just ok. Service was great and fast and nice people. Parking is easy. Location is off beaten path but close to Hobby airport. read more

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They give you large portions but, the food was just okay, not very flavorful. The prices are moderate to high.

I love Island Flavorz. I've come several times and the food has always been delicious and fresh. Coming in I'm quick to check the display cause I know I have to order two Beef Patties. It's always a great day when I see them stacked in there with that golden light shining down. They have Mauby, Sorrel, Jamaican sodas and mixed cocktails. You do have to pay for water bottles but it's not that much of a biggie. I usually go for the Curry Goat but sometimes it has more bone than I'd like so this I've recently switched to the Jerk Chicken. Flavor is good, and I love the extra char flavor. My only wish would've been they slather that sauce on my meat instead of having to dip it on the side. Still delicious though. And lemme point out that I order a medium plate and it comes with 2 thighs and 2 legs. It's a pretty big portion. Rice and peas good, Fried Plantain is to die for mmm so good, and the cabbage has a lot of flavor. Can't forget to request peppa sauce to hook up the rice and chicken. My man loves oxtails, he knows how to clean that bone real good. This is one dish I know they run out fast so get there early if you looking for oxtails. I have yet to really try the roti so I'll update when I do. My mom loves it though, she loves to come by on her lunch break and pick her up a roti. On days when it's packed, be patient. The lady who works the register is also the server and works her butt off. She goes nonstop from packaging to go orders, placing pickups as they walk in, taking dine in orders, clearing tables and cashing out. I promise you'll be happy you waited. read more

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Bad customer service. Got my food with no utensils in the bag. Food spilled all in the bad. .

Food and service was excellent!!!!!! Food was Bangin!!!! Rum Punch is a must The music was great and the lighting was great read more

Island Flavorz - Caribbean Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Love this place! I'm a very white girl who feels at home here. Great flavors, fresh ingredients, nice prices, yummy rum punch, and lively music. Nothing else I need on a Friday night. read more

Island Flavorz - Caribbean Near Me - Houston, Texas

From the moment I walked in this place 3 years ago, I felt welcome. Shay and Ozzie along with staff makes you feel as if you were home eating with family. I thought prep haps this was a one time event and visit many times after that 1 visit. I must say this is now my extended family. The food is simply phenomenal and always of the highest quality. The wings area master pieces and the Rice n Peas are of the freshest and most favorable I have ever had. Each dish i have had has always burst with flavor and the presentation simply beautiful. FRIDAY NIGHT KARAOKE SIMPLY THE BEST. The Host ( Milton )of Friday night is Awesome also. They make all feel welcome and the music choice on Friday nights will simply surprise you. We sing in our on Key. Over this restaurant you go one time and feel like a part of the family. The food is of the highest quality and the portions are generous, and prices are reasonable. AWESOME STAFF - THAT BAR TENDER MAKES A MEAN PASSION FRUIT MARARITA ON the rocks. I am now a Friday Night regular. read more

The food was ok at best absolutely no seasoning on either plate I ordered oxtails nor jerk chicken the rice and peas tasted scorched this is second time here and they let me down .service wise the lady that took my order was very nice and patient read more

Island Flavorz - Jerk Chicken - Caribbean Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Rasta pasta was immaculate! Ordered the jerk chicken , it was jerk chickeny but like it was brined in pepper all the way through. Pros: Home of the rum punch Good music Good food Beef Patties Bar Seating areas Cons: Jerk chicken was good but I've experienced better. Cashier told me there were no beef Patties Then sells beef Pattie's to everyone after I ordered. Food was fresh when I got home ! read more

Very nice place, with very tasty food and good atmosphere. Only downside was that they were a little slow.

10/10!!!! Real Authentic Caribbean spot. The jerk chicken is pressure.I've been to Montego Bay, Jamaica and have had the real local island food(off-resort/ on-resort). This place is just like the islands, no bs. Bring your significant other here on Saturday and Sunday's for the event they host. When I walked I was greeted by a lovely lady, they had Caribbean music playing and the vibes where there. Loved the environment, def bringing my girl here next time. read more

Island Flavorz - Jerk Chicken, Cabbage, Fried Plantains, Rice and Peas - Caribbean Near Me - Houston, Texas

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This is my second time trying this restaurant and I'm a customer for life. The menu is short but packed with flavor. The portions are HUGE and more than enough for me to eat on for two meals or two days! My entire family eats GOODT from here. It's a little pricey, but once you start eating you realize that it's worth every penny. They are making magic in that kitchen and I'm blessed to be able to experience it. Both visits I got the salmon and shrimp combo, jerk flavor. You have the option of which flavors/seasonings you want on your fish and I chose jerk because I don't appreciate the lining of my mouth. When they say jerk, they mean JERK! The flavors are identical to those I tasted when I visited Jamaica in 2018 so, while this doesn't make me an authority by any stretch of the word, I am confident they are correct in using the word "authentic". Do yourself a favor and stop in to this Black-owned business and get some food that might make you bite your fingers. Be forewarned: the wait for your food might be long but I PROMISE YOU that it's worth the wait! read more

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