Descent service where you order and pick up at the counter. It is a Jamaican / Caribbean restaurant. I had their chicken before and it was tasty. But today, I had the oxtail with rice and peas, cabbage, and plantains. This is the first time I tried it and it was delicious. The dining area will transport you back in the islands hanging with the locals. read more

Island Kitchen - OxTail with Rice and Peas, cabbage, & plantains - Caribbean Near Me - Pensacola, Florida

Great food! Good service in a casual, no frills atmosphere. If oxtail is what you crave then scurry to Island Kitchen. The oxtail is tender, well seasoned with a hint of sweetness. read more

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This is my favorite place for jerk chicken. I like Gud Vibes too but Island Kitchen is worth driving out of your way for.

Food is good, but they overcharged me by 40%. The entre with sides was 19.50 and they charged 28.47. DO NOT GO IN THIS PLACE

If you love Jamaican food this is the spot! Would recommend this place if you're looking for good food that isn't going hurt your pockets. I ordered the Large Oxtail Plate and Beef Jamaican Patty with a drink all for less than 30 dollars. The Ox tail was extremely tender and flavorful and everything in my plate was delicious. Not far from the base either, 10/10 would recommend! read more

Island Kitchen - Ox Tail Plate and Beef Jamaican Patty - Caribbean Near Me - Pensacola, Florida

First I want to comment about the service. Many Yelp reviews say the customer service at this restaurant is terrible with employees being outright rude and disrespectful. Although the gentleman behind the counter did not jump for joy when I walked in, he took my order efficiently and quickly. Could he have been friendlier? Sure, but he was courteous. Now for the food... I love Jamaican/island food and have had it in cities with large Jamaican populations. While the food at Island Kitchen was passable, I was disappointed. I ordered the jerk chicken platter with plantains. The portions were generous, but the rice was meh. The chicken was ok. The plantains were a bit burnt but I wish I had gotten a few more. The biggest disappointment was in the chicken pie. Not enough filling and the filling it did have was mashed. No pieces of chicken. The prices are very good. I'll be back and won't be as disappointed because I know what to expect. read more

This spot was bought by a Trinidadian family some time ago, which I find to be fantastic! I can't honestly say what my favorite dish is... The oxtail, escovitch fish and jerk chicken is exceptional. The brown stew chicken is very good but maybe my least favorite of all dishes I've tried. I look forward to days roti is available. If you show up too late in the day your choices are slim... however still absolutely delicious! read more

Island Kitchen - Menu...good prices. - Caribbean Near Me - Pensacola, Florida

Wanted ox tail, got it and boy this was great. Such a low key mom and pop place. They precook the servings for the day and when it's out it's done so get there early. The ox tail was literally the best I have ever had. Fall off the bone tender. Also had the curry goat and it was delicious as well. Sides of curry cabbage and plantains were a nice addition to the meal. Left full and satisfied. Inside was clean and service was quick. Will be back!! read more

I was in the area visiting and I ordered a large Oxtail dinner, rice&peas, plantains, and cabbage. With another side of "Macaroni pie". If you're looking for an authentic Jamaican or Caribbean meal, sadly this place is NOT it. Positives: Plantain was good, oxtail was tender. Negatives: cabbage wasn't good, "macaroni pie" was dry, and the oxtail taste like they over did it with rosemary leaves. Customer Service: horrible. I walked in ready to order, and instead of being greeted and feeling welcomed I had to greet the workers as they were holding a conversation as I waited to be asked what I would like to order. The young lady then looked at me like she was annoyed that I wanted to order food. Now, I understand the cultural stereotype of some (not ALL, but some) Caribbean people having attitudes when you order at their food establishment (it's usually a cultural thing, and it's all love at the end of the day, but this was not that) this was simply poor customer service, and feeling unwelcomed. Then to top it off, it didn't taste like authentic Jamaican or Caribbean food. To the owners: I would say please start working on customer service training for your employees. Disclaimer: if you don't care about receiving good customer service, or whether the food tastes authentic give them a try by all means. I definitely will not be back, bless. read more

Island Kitchen - "Macaroni Pie". Might have been this batch, but it was dry. - Caribbean Near Me - Pensacola, Florida

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Dropped in by chance & left satisfied, full, and already looking forward to our next experience! The curry goat was so soft, as well as the curry chicken which was fall off the bone. Next time we'll be getting the oxtails to review. I got the strawberry lemonade and it was good, but just a heads up that it's extremely sweet! The restaurant is a homey mom and pop style ambiance, making it welcoming and feel like home. Service was good as well! read more

Island Kitchen - Large curry chicken plate with cornbread - Caribbean Near Me - Pensacola, Florida

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If I could describe IK in one word, it would've addictive. The food here is simply delicious. It became an instant favorite after the very first visit. Already tried the Curry Goat, Jerk Chicken, Brown Stew Chicken, and the Escovitch. Everything was great. Hard to choose one over the other. But if I had to pick just one it would be the Escovitch. Every bite was a flavor bomb. Im very much looking forward to trying the Oxtail. This is usually my go to dish, but I made a promise to stay away from beef for the first 40 days of 2022, so no can do. Island Kitchen is five stars all the way. read more

I must say these oxtails were exceptional and tender, if you're searching for a quality establishment, look no further, you'll be pleased. read more

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I had a great experience here. Christian owned business a plus. We got the ox tail. Jerk chicken, curry chicken. The taste was a little different and sweeter than the Jamaican kind. Service was good as well but I can't order over the phone. A few tables to sit down eat as well. Give it a try read more

Do not let the outside appearance of the building fool you. This is the place to eat. Food is always on point. You may have to wait a few minutes every now and then because it sells out so quick. I haven't had everything on the menu but everything that I have tasted has been great. Staff is always friendly and accommodating. read more

Island Kitchen - Beef patty - Caribbean Near Me - Pensacola, Florida

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This is some pretty good Jamaican food. The curry chicken and oxtail was pretty flavorful. I will definitely eat here again but would love to see the service improve a bit. No real urgency to serve the customer. However the people are nice. The setting is nice as well. Gives off the vibes of a small little Jamaican home. I could easily go four stars but will wait until next visit or two. Also...A JAMAICAN RESTAURANT SHOULD NEVER RUN OUT OF BEEF OR CHICKEN PATTIES!!! read more

Food is very authentic. Service is fairly quick. Ambiance is homie casual dining. Cabbage is cooked to perfection. Portions are fulfilling. read more

Meh. I am disappointed. I have been to Jamaica and have had jerk pork and chicken along the roads. I'm this place the servings are very generous and the prices is good. However, when I saw my jerk chicken smothered with spicy sauce that was it for me. The chicken tasted like chicken so the jerk flavours were not marinated enough. Rice was ok but tasted like boxed. Again, I was disappointed :( read more

Island Kitchen - That is my flag. - Caribbean Near Me - Pensacola, Florida

This is my GO-TO for authentic Jamaican cuisine in Pensacola. I have been regularly going to this restaurant for a few years, and I am never disappointed (except the days they run out of oxtails). I usually indulge in the curry, jerk, brown stew, and oxtails. I LOVE the rice and peas and cornbread. They are ALWAYS on point. The plantain is cooked to perfection when I order it, and so is the cabbage. In my opinion the food is ALWAYS good. I literally eat here 2-3 times monthly. read more

The brown stew large plate is disgusting and when I informed the young lady posing as a manager she was rude and refused to help when I asked for the owner, she then lied that the owner was not there. The owner was there. I did not receive the full amount of food that I paid for and the food I paid for was nasty. Btw I am from an island. This is the worst experience I have had at an island restaurant ever. It needs to be closed. read more

This place is delicious! I've had it twice now... tried the jerk chicken and the oxtail. Both were amazing! And I think someone described it best.. "addictive!" The price is great compared to the amount they give! I wouldn't recommend dining in since the place smelled V like Clorox. Unless they were just cleaning during that time, but at least you know they clean the place. :) The service was good and they prepared the to go dishes pretty quickly. They do have their own parking lot. I definitely recommend! read more

Island Kitchen - Menu - Caribbean Near Me - Pensacola, Florida

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AVOID THIS PLACE AT ALL COSTS!!!!!!! Stopped in for the first time to get some lunch the inside was dirty and nasty the two guys at the counter are very rude and unprofessional I had to wait for one to finish his phone conversation before he even acknowledged me I asked a question regarding a menu item both guys got a attitude with me and made me feel very uncomfortable I WILL NEVER SPEND ANY MONEY IN THIS PLACE!!!!!!!!! read more

To give this place only 5 stars is a total injustice, because it deserves 10!! They only do a few items here and they do them VERY WELL!! My go to is the jerk chicken but I get it with brown stew gravy over the top! It comes with a large serving of rice (yellow, steamed, or rice and peas) cabbage, and cornbread or plantains! This plate is HEAVY! There's always 4 or 5 pieces of chicken and it's only $10.75! If spicy isn't you're thing they have curry chicken, brown stew chicken, curry chicken, oxtails, and curry goat!! They also have a couple of fish options. I go here for lunch or dinner 2-3 days a week!! If it's a taste of the islands you're craving you have got to give this place a shot!! You'll keep coming back!! read more

Island Kitchen - Jerk chicken, yellow rice, cabbage and cornbread!! Delicious!! - Caribbean Near Me - Pensacola, Florida

Best authentic Jamaican food in the panhandle. No matter what you get from here you're going to love it. Amazing service from the people at the counter. Been going here for years and don't plan on stopping soon. read more

this is my first time and first time ever having oxtails. I got here right in time and they just made a fresh batch of the oxtails and OUUUUWEEEEEEEE their sooooooo good!!!! This is the best and most authentic you'll be able to get in this area fr and I'll be back to try more. read more

Island Kitchen - Large Oxtail plate with cabbage n plantains - Caribbean Near Me - Pensacola, Florida

One of the best Caribbean spots I've been to in a while. I Will definitely be going here every time I visit Pensacola the oxtail plate is my favorite! read more

Island Kitchen - Large oxtail plate with cabbage and rice and peas. - Caribbean Near Me - Pensacola, Florida

The food was very tasteful would definitely recommend this being a new spot for me . not too pricey just right for the servings you get :) read more

Island Kitchen - meat and rice in a styrofoam container - Caribbean Near Me - Pensacola, Florida

Awesome food definitely going back best oxtails in Pensacola and best Jamacian food in town hands down

I was very impressed with the jerk chicken and the heat of the jerk. The chicken was very tender and flavorful. The cabbage was amazing and the rice and peas was probably the best I've tasted, it had some heat on it too. I just with the beef patties were fresher and warmer when you get them. Other than that, I'll be back. read more

Island Kitchen - Jerk chicken - Caribbean Near Me - Pensacola, Florida

This place is amazing. My husband gets the goat curry and I get either the jerk chicken or the Oxtails. It does suck they will it let you sub rice for cabbage or vice versa. Still a 10/10 though. This place has the flavors. read more

Food was great would highly recommend coming here! Food came out quick, was hot and tasted delicious read more

Island Kitchen - Jerk Chicken and Oxtail - Caribbean Near Me - Pensacola, Florida

Every time I come to Pensacola I have to stop here! 10/10! The stuff is always nice!!

I am VERY disappointed in my experience here today. I have never provided a Stella review for a place that provides such horrible service on my next visit. I arrived and ordered a large curry cabbage dish and a large curry chicken dish. When I arrived home I was shocked to see one of my plates was full of cabbage only. The last time I ordered this dish I received rice and peas, cabbage fried bananas. My wife called to speak with the owner who I made my order with but was shocked when she was defensive and hung up on her. I then called back since I was the one who placed the order and she immediately began to blame me for not specifying I wanted the vegetarian dish which I explained to her I said dish and it is listed under the vegetarian plates. In addition, I pointed at the item on the menu and she didn't care. Her reply was to hang up on me and not answer although the whole time I addressed her as ma'am and was very polite. I believe I was scammed out of my money after this order and will not go here ever again. I will advise EVERYONE to stay clear because as long as the female that owns it is in the restaurant she will be rude, defensive and incompetent. I could understand if I ordered blindly but I requested the same dishes I received clarification on the first time I went in but she clearly operates different from her husband. I would give zero stars if I could because I have BEVER met someone so confrontational who owned the business. It's simply rice and peas and no more than a 2-3 dollar investment on the owners part to secure on-going business and a great customers word of mouth. I even posted their menu here last time and I explained things to ensure others have a better experience but they clearly don't appreciate that type of support. read more

Island Kitchen - Caribbean Near Me - Pensacola, Florida

Ox tail plate lol I finished the beef patty before I could take a pic it was also delicious.. the food was very fresh and flavorful.. great customer service.. I'm glad I stop by and gave this place a try. I'll definitely be back read more

Island Kitchen - Large Ox tail plate - Caribbean Near Me - Pensacola, Florida

Quick service. The jerk chicken was delicious. But beware its very spicy so make sure you have a drink. If you dont like heat, I wouldn't suggest the jerk chicken. Will absolutely be going back read more

Island Kitchen - Jerk chicken - Caribbean Near Me - Pensacola, Florida

Island Kitchen is a real treasure. 0ne of the best restaurants in Pensacola. Authentic, home style Caribbean comfort food that is just delicious. If you like Jamaican food, this place is for you -you wouldn't find any better if you went to Jamaica. If you hadn't had this type of food, you're missing out. The spices, aromas & flavors are intoxicating. They have traditional dishes like ox tail & goat but if that's too adventurous for you, get any chicken dish. Chicken is moist, tender & abundantly flavorful. I especially like the jerk chicken. The sides: cabbage, rice, plantains are equally tasty. Portions are generous, prices reasonable. Restaurant is spotlessly clean. You order at counter & take your food to a table or to go. I haven't tried everything on menu but intend to. Can't wait to go back. Thank you Island Kitchen. read more

First off I'm a tough scorer. This place has amazing food and I absolutely loved the Jamaican jerk with yellow rice and cabbage! It was about $10 after taxes (I went with the large, but I would probably just get the small next time). There was a ton of chicken and rice. The cabbage was yummy but not a lot given. Oh! I got the cornbread too and it was delicious! Go with this restaurant and you won't go wrong. The food is great! It may not be the cleanest but it's dang good! read more

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The oxtail and yellow rice was good. The order taker was nice and explained a lot of things to me. The only thing I didn't like was the jerk chicken. read more

Been to this restaurant once years ago. The owner and cook misled me about the spiced temperature of the food. It looked a lot like roast beef and gravy, but was a severe shock to my tender palate. I don't think there is anything in that restaurant classified as mild. I will definitely never go again. Too hot too hot too hot for me! read more

corn muffins are so delicious! but the food?! even better. service is fantastic every time i come in. it's quick, and doesn't taste old. the meat falls right off the bones. true jamaican food and i haven't found a better place in pensacola. this is it. read more

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Came here to order lunch for my entire office today and the girl behind the counter was too busy playing with her phone to even acknowledge my existence. There was a gentleman on the other side of the counter witnessing this and said hi to me then called out to her. She didn't even bother looking up. I was standing there waiting for her to take my order. He even looked at her again to see what was happening. At this point I figured they must be doing so well they didn't need anymore business. I left and took my business elsewhere. read more