Finally got to try this place and I was not disappointed one bit!…read more I had to check it out in person too. Really nice spot that has a lot of seating. It was nice and cool on this hot summer day. Service was great and pretty quick. The food is really tasty! The spice was perfect in my opinion. Not too much but enough to get the nose a little drainy lol! The oxtail and chicken was superb! I don't come across many Jamaican food restaurants, so thankfully they nailed it. Can't wait to try something else on the menu here. Thank you!

I'm a huge fan of authentic Jamaican food, so I was really excited to pop into Tony's this…read moreafternoon. While the kitchen definitely knows how to bring the flavor, the rest of the experience was less than exceptional. When we walked in, I asked the staff for their local favorites. I expected them to say jerk chicken, but they immediately suggested the oxtail. It felt a little bit like they were trying to clear out the fridge, but we decided to be adventurous and ordered both the oxtail and the chicken anyway. With two sodas, the total came out to about $50. The counter help seemed not overly enthusiastic about us being there, but we drove a distance to get here. The first thing we noticed was the lighting--or lack thereof. It was so darkly lit inside that it felt a bit gloomy, almost like they were trying to save on the electric bill. When our food arrived in plastic boxes, the presentation was a bit of a mystery. It looked messy and "muddy" on the plate, to the point where I didn't even snap a photo. You definitely have to trust the process here because it doesn't look like a gourmet presentation. The food does taste good. Once we closed our eyes and dove in, the kitchen totally redeemed itself. The flavors were surprisingly authentic and very close to what I love about Jamaican cooking. The meat was super tender and full of flavor, the rice was nicely seasoned, and the fried plantains were a sweet, and delicious. Tony's has a ton of potential because the chef clearly has skills. BUT, for $50, I do wish the restaurant had a bit more energy, brighter lights, and prettier plating. Personally, I feel as though their prices are a little steep for what you get. If you don't mind a super casual, dark atmosphere and messy presentation, the tasty seasoning makes it worth a try.

I can't say enough good things about Canje. This black owned restaurant's food, ambiance and…read moreservice were all amazing! I stopped by for dinner while in Austin for work and I'm so glad I did. The space is beautiful with plenty of seating and space at the bar. There's beautiful art along the walls and the great music adds to the relaxed but lively vibe. I sat at the bar and had a lovely time with chatting with the bartender who was friendly and made sure I had everything I needed. The food was everything. I had the jerk beef patties, wild boar pepperpot, a side of coconut rice and some roti to go along with the meal. The wild boar pepperpot was definitely the highlight. It was tender, juicy and full of flavor. Mixing it with the coconut rice and roti set off the whole meal. I absolutely loved it. My overall experience was excellent! I thoroughly enjoyed the food and will definitely be back both for this meal and to try other items on the menu. Make sure you go asap!

By far, this was my best experience ever!…read more I don't tend to write lengthy reviews unless I am thoroughly impressed with the all-around service, food, and the feel of the location. Canje has taken away my breath. No, literally! I was so full of their delicious food that I felt like I couldn't take another bite. I was filled to the brim with GREATNESS! First, let's break down the staff -- absolutely amazing! The staff was well-versed on the menu items, making you, the customer, feel seen and making recommendations only after they asked if you had allergies of any kind. The appetizer I picked was the Beef Patties, which melted in my mouth before I could even begin to chew. Bite after bite, the buttery crust was the first layer, then next, the beef vanishing as it melted away in my mouth. The Main Attraction was the Fish Rundown, a perfect Jamaican cuisine that I chose to pair with a Guyanese Roti, which took my plate to another level! Have you ever had plantain dumplings? Cause I sure hadn't... This was pure perfection, especially with the kale and coconut flavors that rolled around my palate with every bite. Secondly - West Indian (Wagyu) Beef Curry -- MYYYYYYY GGGAAAWWWDDDDDDD! The flavors were so enticing, and I'm not even a chickpea person, but THIS right here! The way the beef and chickpeas fused together with all those flavors was everything. It all just melted in my mouth from the very first spoonful! Needless to say- if you are from Austin- you are missing out!!!! If you are from anywhere else , 100/10 an ABSOLUTE MUST.

Live once but eat daily. Today Im excited to get a little Trinidad and Food from A local food…read moretruck. This corner has many selections of black owners, but I had to have some jerk chicken today. Ok I had a sample but for the big fest at dinner. Lets just say my mouth is falling in love. The service is so nice and why did she tell me they are having my requested roti tomorrow?!!!! Now Im restructing my day to try to make it tomorrow. It is still warm in Texas and there is a nice area of shade and inside seating as well. I look forward to going again.

Shirley's is located in a permanent food park right next door to me. Also located there is Anything…read moreBaked Potato. I absolutely love the jerk chicken tacos and fried plantains. My boyfriend loves the curry chicken and oxtail sandwich. The plantains are cooked to perfection without becoming soggy and bland. The flavors of all the food have such an amazing combination of spices. Really hits the taste buds in the right spot. Grabbing food from this truck really feels like Trinidad. There's also outdoor seating available.

5 stars without a doubt ! Food was amazing, service…read moreincredible, truck was down the street in an accessible area, wait time not bad, flavors on point, portion size reasonable, prices reasonable, setting is nice and there's places you can eat outside. Friendly service.

I sat down yesterday to eat a $13 lunch special: brown stew chicken, rice and peas, steamed…read morecabbage, and plantain, and bit into a piece of chicken that was refrigerator cold. Not lukewarm. Cold. I bit it a second time because I genuinely couldn't believe it. Meanwhile, the rice was so hot it was still visibly steaming from what I can only assume was a microwave, drowned in a watery gravy I never asked for, next to the old cabbage with solidified liquid. I brought the plate back to the counter, explained the chicken was refrigerator cold, and asked them to reheat it. I'm writing this today with an upset stomach. I wish I could say this was a one-time issue. It's not. I've been trying this restaurant, on and off, for over 15 years, and I kept giving them chance after chance because I wanted so badly for it to be good. I first met the owner when he ran a food truck, before the restaurant existed. I was excited; there weren't many Jamaicans in Austin at the time, and I was happy to support one. The rice and peas was so bad I threw the plate away. Years later, I tried the restaurant location. I ordered curry goat, took it to my car, and found the meat flavorless, fatty, and poorly trimmed; basically inedible. I threw it away in the parking lot. I later ordered oxtail through Uber Eats: flavorless again, poorly prepped meat, and an actual rock in the rice and peas. I tried introducing the child to Jamaican food with one of their beef patties, and it was dry and flavorless. Yesterday I ordered the "safest" thing on the menu, brown stew chicken, specifically because I no longer trust myself to spend real money on anything more ambitious here. I still got food that had clearly been microwaved and reheated unevenly, served with a piece of chicken that was still cold. Are we really selling microwaved leftovers out of an established restaurant with a huge kitchen? Jamaican food is something our culture takes real pride in. This restaurant has had a decade and a half to get it right, and instead I've watched it consistently cut corners on seasoning, on prep, and now on basic food safety. I don't say this lightly: if you want real Jamaican food, this isn't where you'll find it, and depending on the day, what you're served may not even be handled safely.

This place is a must for anyone who wants to try a food place they rarely ever try. Most people…read moredon't randomly go to a Dominican based restaurant, but this taught me that America needs to wake up to other areas of the world. The savory chicken empanada was delicious and well made, definitely a gem here in McKinney. It's high quality food, this is not your average food trailer. It's Justin approved! That means go and try it out!

Excellent fresh food. I have been here 4 times already and it's excellent every time. Must visitread more

Came here for an early dinner on a Tuesday, I was the only patron. My food came out within a few…read moreminutes of my ordering it. I went for a regular oxtail plate with gungo rice and plantains. Overall I liked it! The oxtail was tender and delicious, the sauce had a nice mix of smoke, sweetness, and a tiny bit of heat. For a regular (as opposed to their large) size plate it felt like a good amount of oxtail I thought based on the description the gungo rice would have a more prominent coconut taste but it was pretty typical Jamaican peas and rice. The star of the plate was the oxtail and the sides don't really factor into my review unless it really stands out in one direction or the other Overall I'd definitely recommend giving them a try and will absolutely be back here to try more of their menu

I have been wanting to try Bikkle Jamaican Restaurant for some time now. Friends were coming into…read moretown and wanted Jamaican food. Ding ding!!! We decided to eat at Bikkle, close to the University of Texas at Austin on Guadalupe Street. Bikkle is known for its authentic Jamaican cuisine such as jerk chicken, oxtails (hard to find anywhere anymore) and curry goat. Between the four of us, we ordered jerk chicken, curry goat, and curry chicken. We all went for red beans and rice with cabbage. All dishes came with plantain, which is one of my favorites. Having been to Jamaica a couple of times, I can report out that this food is authentic! The flavors were swirls of goodness in every bite. The food was also warm when served. We also ordered jerk chicken egg rolls. Just think about that concept for a minute. The jerk chicken egg rolls were exceptionally good. The highlight for me was the curry goat. First, you do not find goats on many menus. The curry goat was tender and oh so flavorful. Some pieces had associated fat. All in all, everyone was happy with their meals. During our dinner, only one person was serving customers. She was super friendly and personable. I must think she was overworked as the stream of customers came in. Now for the décor...if you walked in and looked only at the counter, you would have thought it was a "to go" restaurant only as many "to go" containers were stacked high on the counter. Only one other couple sat down and ate in the restaurants and most folks were picking up their food to go. Even the people eating inside the restaurant were served in "to go" containers. The inside is minimalist with no ornate furnishings and yellow walls, projecting a Caribbean feel. Recommend adding a bit more Jamaican artifacts such palm trees, Jamaican flag, surfboard, etc. It would be a great spot for students, friend meet ups and a causal date night... Bikkle Jamaican Restaurant it was great and represented authentic Jamaican food well! We definitely will be returning.

Is food truck moved locations but didn't bother to update they're TooGoodToGo listing so I just…read moredrove 15 minutes for absolutely nothing. Not to mention wasting gas. I'm now hungry with no dinner planned.

Everything was absolutely immaculate. The food was FRESH and I could see the work and love getting…read moreput into each dish as the gentleman working was whipping up greatness. My personal favorite was the red snapper, the sauce and veggies it was served with were incredible and arguably some of the best bites of the evening. Also got jerk chicken and it was fall off the bone tender, juicy, perfectly seasoned and the jerk sauce was something I would buy a whole bottle of. I will definitely be coming back and I urge everyone to please CHECK THEM OUT!

Great Puerto Rican food located in East Austin. It's a food truck in a little part of town where…read morethere are other food trucks present too. There is music and outside tables with shade. I ate the pernil plate that comes with rice and a side (I got Yucca). Also tried the chicken empanada and their plaintains. It's a great mix of food for the meal and I enjoyed how tender and tasty the pork was. Free street parking available.

No soy puertorriqueña, pero mi pareja sí y llevamos más de 10 años juntos. Cada vez que venimos…read moreaquí él dice que se siente como en casa. La comida tiene ese sabor auténtico boricua que no se encuentra fácil en Texas.

This was my first time eating at Kings and Queens and I didn't even know they had a food truck at…read moreHanover's. This was my first time to hanovers too. My friends and I went for Sunday funday because they were having a DJ and a crawfish boil. When I saw kings and queens I chose that over the Crawfish. I was greeted whenever I walked up to the truck and the server was super friendly and even offered for me to taste the Jamaican punch before I bought it. I ordered the jerk chicken platter and it was so delicious. The food was cooked to perfection with such great flavor. The cabbage was my absolute favorite!!! I will definitely be back to try the other Jamaican dishes.

This was a solid experience, but I'm still on the hunt for my 'go-to' Jamaican spot. The cabbage…read morewas incredible and perfectly seasoned; honestly, it was the highlight for me! The oxtails were savory and properly cooked, but just 'okay' for my taste as they lacked that fall-off-the-bone tenderness and the rich, sweet depth I personally prefer. The rice and peas were a bit 'meh' and could have used more flavor. That said, it wasn't bad everything was eaten and enjoyed! Location/Parking: It's located at Hanovers Draught Haus (inside the establishment). You can park right on the side or use the lot, which is very convenient.

I've been following the page for this food truck for some time and was so glad to see it at the…read moreRound Rock Juneteenth festival. The owner is so sweet and helped me narrow down my choice since I was a first timer. I ordered the Mix't Fries that includes fries topped with your choice of meat (1 chose jerk chicken), mexican cheese, sour cream, garlic mayo, pico de gallo, and cilantro. You definitely get your monies worth! The tray was stacked so high, it was enough for two people to feed. The ingredients were perfectly proportioned as well. Sometimes you get more fries then anys ing when you other this type of dish from other places but not here. So glad I was able to give this place a try, I thoroughly enjoyed and hope to catch her again.

I went to this nice lil food truck, never seen it before so I said why not…read more WHEN I TELL YOU . every single time. I am in Austin I will stop by. I had the beef and chicken tacos. BASICALLY Chefs kiss. I was more than impressed by the flavors. The food was piping hot and don't get me started on the hospitality. The truck was very clean and the service was extremely fast I was able have conversation with the owner Tati. She was very sweet. Very personable and she from VA like me so now I'm really a fan. If you're in the Austin area get here and order anything and every thing. Shoutout to you Tati, I'll be back.