The best brown stew chicken that I have ever had! Left me wanting to go grab another plate LOL. Service is always friendly whenever I come here and food is always amazing. Great portion sizes as well. I live when they come to the court urban food park so I can stop downstairs to grab some quick delicious lunch while on break. read more

Island Spice Grill Jax - Brown Stew Chicken, cabbage, rice and peas - Soul Food Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

I've been wanting to check out Island Spice Grill since seeing it on Big Rich's IG page. It looked so good! I stopped in with a friend before seeing a movie at Regency. I wanted the jerk chicken, but since it was late in the day, they ran out. I ordered the jerk pork served with rice and peas and a small salad. I also ordered two beef patties to take home for later. Plus, fresh mango juice. The pork was delicious! Falling apart and packed with so much flavor. The rice and peas were good as well. The food was hot and fresh, even though they were closing soon. And the mango juice hit the spot on a hot summer day. I was so happy to see shaded picnic tables. And even a nice tree swing painted with colors of the Jamaican flag. I ordered my food from the truck and my drink from the tiki hut. My food was $30, and the drink was $8. A little pricey. I would go back again, but on the weekend and earlier in the day, so I can get there before the chicken sells out;) read more

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Saw this place on instagram and decided to take the drive to Regency mall parking lot to try it out. I ordered the oxtail Mac and cheese and some brown stew chicken. The wait wasn't long, which was good because it was super hot outside. The chef was very nice as well. The oxtail Mac and cheese was DELICIOUS!! The only thing I would say is if the oxtail were shredded it would be better because of the bones I had to pick through, but it was still very good nonetheless. The brown stew chicken was very good as well. The only complaint was the cabbage wasn't that good, but everything else was. read more

Island Spice Grill Jax - Oxtail Mac and cheese - Soul Food Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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This is some of the best flounder I've ever had! The rest was delicious as well. The man who runs the truck is very friendly and patient. They also have a food truck in New York too. The price was a little high for my budget, but you get what you pay for. Yum Yum! I highly recommend this food truck. They're located in the Regency Square Mall parking lot(front)next to Firestone. read more

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My 10 year old sister ordered PLAIN MAC AND CHEESE. She was offered gravy which, she requested ON THE SIDE. This is what she received. It was too spicy for her to even eat. I ordered the flounder fish meal. It was doused in "special sauce" I didn't ask for. The meal includes rice and peas. The wrong peas were used and the rice was putty-like. This is NOT authentic Jamaican food. read more

Island Spice Grill Jax - "PLAIN MAC AND CHEESE" topped with stew chicken. - Soul Food Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

After seeing all the posts and photos, I had to stop by and try. All the hype was worth it. Located at the corner side of the Regency mall, they have a nice little section. I was excited for oxtails but was informed they typically sell out and I arrived after they already sold out. Customer service was great and not long of a wait for the food. I ordered the surf n turf but substituted oxtails with jerk chicken since they were out. Presentation and flavor was on point. I will be back to go and try more. The menu had plenty more to try and I have to get their oxtails. Definitely recommended. read more

Island Spice Grill Jax - Surf and turf. Lobster and jerk chicken (substituted for oxtails) - Soul Food Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Followed Chef D from New York to Jax because the food is so good. My go-to is the Ox-tails, rice/peas and lobster Mac and cheese. I always tell my wife to order the jerk or curry chicken, just to get a taste of everything. The laid back atmosphere of the Regency Square Mall is a plus. I enjoy sitting on the benches, having our food there while my boys relax on the swing or dance to the reggae playing over the speaker. Lastly, I want to shout out Chef D for always being accommodating and putting everything into his craft. The presentation of the food is impeccable, and when you chop it up with him you will come to learn that he is dedicated to his dishes. Can't wait to wait for the next time I bring my family through! read more

Island Spice Grill Jax - Soul Food Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Best beef patties I've ever had!!! Rice and beans has an amazing flavor and is always cooked to perfection! Try shrimp flavor is delish just not much gravy/sauce on it. Love the idea of the combo with fried lobster oxtails and jumbo shrimp! Great portions and sizable choices. Entire menu is not always available so expect to have a substitution that's like a lick of the draw. I've never received plantains which is strange despite ordering them 3-4 times I've ordered. Food is nicely prepared just be mindful of their hours. Has all the makings of a phenomenal choice for Jamaican which some minor improvements. read more

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This food truck is located at the corner of the Regency Square Mall. Our food came out at a reasonable time for a cooked to order meal. We ordered the fish & shrimp meal which came with rice & peas and cabbage. It was seasoned very well and the proportion sizes were large. The chef that runs the truck was very friendly. We stayed to finish our meal outside and he brought us ice to keep our drinks cool. Will definitely go back again. read more

Island Spice Grill Jax - Fish & Shrimp meal served with rice & peas and cabbage. - Soul Food Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Best food I've ever had. Fast, friendly service, very nice people who run the truck gave us peas and rice on the house. We will definitely be back ! read more

Island Spice Grill Jax - Jerk chicken, oxtail and Mac and cheese and cabbage. So GOOD - Soul Food Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Stellar professionalism!!! The owner always greets us so warmly. The food is the best and you can definitely tell it's made with authenticity and love. So grateful to live right down the street from the truck. It's a whole vibe. read more

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We were so surprised by first, it being a food truck, and second, the level of personableness and excitement about the food! Then there's the FOOD! Sooooo delicious and spices were right on point! We love Island cuisine and had just asked Google on a Sunday evening for some place close to home..... We called and got the chef who was so helpful in sharing insights about the menu and placed our order for pickup though they were closing soon!! We had to have some jerk chicken and plantains along with the Belly Bus Big, that had jerk chicken, lobster mac and coconut rice and peas! We also had a bottle of the fresh mad e passion mango juice... lovely!There were three of us and we had leftovers for the next day! The edible flowers were a nice touch as well! We would highly recommend this Caribbean yumminess! read more

Island Spice Grill Jax - This was the two dinners I previously described! - Soul Food Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

omg yo!!!! this food made my stomach smile and fed my soul . I bought the jerk chicken and it my eyes roll back it was so delicious . the service was amazing He deserves ten stars. Bless read more

Island Spice Grill Jax - Jerk chicken special blessed by God... - Soul Food Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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Just go to Caribbean sunrise spices or starts you'll save more and get more jerk chicken (19.99) has some kinda sweet heat BBQ sauce on it my girl oxtail plate(25) had maybe 6 oxtails no sauce/gravy but food did come out out and fresh also great service read more

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Soooooo amazing!! They're food truck is so cute, & food is delicious!! Worth every penny. There mac & cheese was 11/10 read more

Island Spice Grill Jax - Soul Food Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Unfortunately I put one star because I have to put a star to leave a review. Yes we went a hour before closing on a Friday night HOWEVER! Baby we PAID 40$ for some low grade backyard chicken jerky with a spicy bbq sauce that didn't taste like anything but peppers and vinegar. The flower on top was a nice gesture, however would have been nicer if the food was good. Chicken was drier then dry. I didn't know chicken could get that dry. The cabbage. Ummmm yeah it's a hard HELL NO! Passsssss. (It's like a mixed veg situation going on and clearly the ground mustard all fell in because it was horrible). 'Rice and peas made with coconut milk' is what is advertised, expect it definitely WAS NOT... nothing was what they advertise. Very high price for soggy burnt rice and chicken that was on the grill for about 40 days and 40 nights. This place is not the move. Just take the drive to the westside to Blanding for JamBros, cause this place was not it a must try again or even a place to try. Save your money. read more

Island Spice Grill Jax - Jerk chicken , rice n peas, cabbage. - Soul Food Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

This was My first time visiting this food truck I seen someone post about it on TikTok . The food is definitely worth it , a little pricey but the portions are Big so no complaints , the Drinks are also really Good I had the fresh squeeze mango pineapple passion , I drove off took two sips and turned right back around to get me another one that's how good It was I'm definitely coming back with my family and friends. read more

Island Spice Grill Jax - I had the belly buss big 3 lobster oxtail jumbo shrimp with breadfruit & Mac and cheese 10/10. - Soul Food Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

I drove 45 mins to get here. (Which I was fine with) but not being told by the website that it would open 45 minutes late. So I sit in my car and wait. After waiting for an hour, the food truck gets here but is stoping every 5 seconds because the owner is arguing with someone on the phone. Now when I get out of my car, the owners drives to the designated spot so I wait and order my food. No apology or acknowledgement then I get told I have to wait 35 mins for my food. The food was good but won't be returning due to the lack of professionalism. read more

Island Spice Grill Jax - Owner arguing on the phone. - Soul Food Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Best beef patty I have ever had! We are a little addicted the food is really good! A little expensive but good food should be! Highly recommend! read more

Unfortunately this place can be hit or miss.This is my third time coming. The first time was okay.The second time they had ran out of lot of items and it was bout 45 mins to closing. Third time, today, I got oxtail mac&cheese. After waiting for 20+ mins the mac&cheese was cold in the middle and looked like it was just made. Good flavors, just wouldn't expect cold, quickly put together food after waiting for so long and for.25+ dollars. read more

Excellent food. Menu is full of Caribbean favorites. Definitely delicious and looking forward to more! The atmosphere is laid back. I sat on the swing while I waited for my meal. Made me feel like i was on vaca! Highly recommended. read more

Omg!!!!! I've never had anything this delicious, even better than my Jamaican uncles! My sister was visiting from Boston so we decided to check them out! The flavors were on point, plentiful portions- ate it for 3 days, the service was patient-kind-welcoming! They offered the perfect suggestions (chicken stew and fried flounder!) We relaxed on the swing, enjoying the Caribbean music, sipping a delicious rum punch while dinner was prepared. It's a relaxing experience for the entire family where you can eat at one of the picnic tables or take it home! Definitely treat yourself to a rum punch. Get there early to ensure your favorites don't sell out! As we waited, it was awesome watching ALL the people that came and got their food. Think you can order on line to pick up and believe they have Uber delivery. It was simply amazing! I'll be back this weekend. I love supporting local business owners and eating fabulous Caribbean cuisine. Thank you!!! read more

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Was first in line waiting for them to take my order while I looked at the menu. Turned around and they are helping someone else who had just walked up. They didn't tell them there was a line. Didn't waste my time and left then saw they fail inspections, so it was a godsend. read more

Stopped by to check this place out, and it's every bit as good as advertised. The service was excellent. The food was fantastic. I've already told no less than ten ppl to check them out. If you read this review, you ought to check them out too. read more

Best Jamaican food In the city .....always fresh and tasty I visit 2 times a week and always treated like I'm family read more

Island Spice Grill Jax - meal in a black container - Soul Food Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

My husband and I tried Island Spice Grill for the first time today and we were blown away. The food was delicious, there was outside seating with island music playing, and the customer service was outstanding. The chef personally brought our food out and made sure everything was okay before we left. I got the curry chicken meal with the fresh squeezed pineapple and ginger drink. 10/10! read more

Island Spice Grill Jax - Curry chicken meal and pineapple/ginger juice - Soul Food Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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This is my third time ordering, my first review. The food is consistently excellent. Today I tried the lobster Mac n cheese and holy balls, it's delicious. My favorite is the Belly Buss with curry chicken and brown stew chicken. You won't be disappointed. We were offered a taster of the rum punch and it's gonna be a yes every time. read more

Island Spice Grill Jax - Soul Food Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Despite the reviews I saw, this food was absolutely amazing. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I'll definitely be coming back. I got two different foods but honestly didn't even get to take picture of the other because I dug in right away. The beef patty was also amazing. read more

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The food and ambience is amazing!! Quailty food made fresh to order with a smile and amazing customer service! it's a must try, you will not regret it!!! Come with your family and friends, there is something on the menu for everyone to enjoy. The also have a private catering service to accommodate any gathering, corporate function, or party!! Just ask for Chef D! read more

Food was amazing so was service. They sell the best homemade juices gotta try!! You have to got and try to guava mango passion fruit drink!

Well.. Wow!!! Where do I begin?? This review is a bit tough to give but I will do my best. I try my best to stay neutral and leave personal life events certainly aside, however, this times different.... Warning may be emotionally taxing; but this day my father passed and I cannot express how much I just wanted something comforting and at the same time nothing sounded good. How am I going to eat you know? So I'm scrolling and scrolling and scrolling and then find this place and I think ok so that's different looks delicious good reviews great portions and appears to be great quality, let's try this. Not really even expecting anything considering my mood. So we get there and kid you not it was like I stepped under a wing of kindness. Crazy I know but I'm serious some of the nicest people I've ever met. I never even said or expressed in anyway my loss and yet and still their kindness was like a warm hug. Sorry it took alot for me to do this but I had to say it. That's not all .. the food was fantastic and delicious and fresh. We had the buss deal with lobster chicken and shrimp and rice and peas and curry goat, jerk chicken fresh steamed vegetable and I also had the soursop juice that was so good!! And if you think it's pricey I'm serious you could feed a family with the buss deal. They even gave us a few extras to try as they were closing. So nice. So delicious!! The food was great!! Matched with top notch skills. They know what they are doing. Definitely check them out. Trust me it's your loss if not. They are bussin!! read more

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Underwhelming and dissatisfied! I've been wanting to try this food truck for a couple of months. Today I had the time to try them. The presentation was nice, unfortunately, that was the only positive thing I can say. The rice was hard dry and tasteless, and the mac and cheese flavor was OFF, the shrimp and lobster were overcookedd the fish fell apart from being soggy. The worst part of it all is I didn't know until I got home and sat down to eat. I wanted to love them...but all I can say is that I'd never eat here again...my platter was $35... Money LOST! I ended up tossing my food in the garbage. read more

AMAZING FOOOD WONDERFUL PEOPLE!!!!! He comes to my store for his propane and I get a box and it's hands down the greatest Caribbean style food I've personal ever had plates always stacked and mouth watering food gotta check my guy out epic food!!!!!! read more

Went to a private birthday party where Island Spice Grill Jax was catering and when I say some of the best island food I have had in a very long time. Don't walk but run to this food truck. Food was seasoned to perfection and customer service was A-1. Wish I thought to take a picture of my food. read more

The food was awesome especially the oxtail. All of the meat was tender and the cabbage and macaroni was delicious. ​

Everything is so good! Food 10/10! Drinks 10/10! Customer service 10/10! The wait is worth it! There freshly squeezed drinks are so refreshing! The food is absolutely delicious and the food portions are worth the price! read more

They catered my mother's birthday party and everything was amazing. The food had an amazing bold flavor profile and the service excellent. I highly recommend. read more

amazing experience and the owner of truck was really nice . best island food in Jax!

I really was excited to visit here. I drove all the way from baymeadows in Mandarin here on my lunch break to pick up. First of all, I pre-ordered and waited to receive a order confirmation saying that it was ready for pickup and drove 30 minutes and still had a 10 minute wait for them to make my food. I looked inside and though I was disappointed that the presentation  didn't match Instagram it looked decent so I drove home. I got home and I was hella disappointed. Paid $35 for the belly bust platter. Received 4 shrimp, one really small lobster tail (overcooked by the way), one medium sized oxtail and three teeny tiny all it is is bone and gristle oxtails. The oxtail flavor had like a minty aftertaste the mac and cheese was dry and the cabbage was not even cooked. I'm serious like coleslaw out the bag crunchy. What a waste. I'm upset. I am legitimately upset. I really wanted to love this place. Oh well. Back to Spices or Island tropics on Main Street read more