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    Jamaica Jerk Spot

    4.3 (30 reviews)
    Closed 1:00 pm - 6:00 PM

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    Oxtail, Rice, Plantains.
    Brandon W.

    This is thee Jamaican Jerk Spot you'd want to eat at when it pops up! I got excited the past two times Fritzie W. said their food truck was going to be close to us. The ambiance of a food truck is what you would expect. Food and truck. LOL It was awesome to be greeted with a smile and the weather that day felt right. The mood was right. Fritzie wanted the Rasta Pasta, it's a twist to traditional pasta, cheesy with jerk seasoning (all spice, thyme, Cayenne pepper, paprika, garlic powder, etc) along with some Oxtail. I had Oxtail as well, along with their Macaroni and cheese and rice . The food was really good, rich and flavorful. Well seasoned. The Oxtail was tender. The macaroni and cheese was very good. The meal was roughly $25 plate but you got what you paid for in serving size for sure. Overall, the Jamaican Jerk Spot makes for a great once and a while meal that you'll enjoy.

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    Romario A.

    I was really eager to try this because I'm Jamaican and love Jamaican food, I was soo disappointed. The plantains were burnt and so was the rice then the ackee was soo salt. I tried a patty aswell and it was hard so I don't know if it was an off day but I was disappointed

    Oxtail, rice and peas, Mac and cheese
    Edidiong E.

    I don't know how to feel. It was underwhelming. It definitely looks better than it tasted. Rice and peas and the Mac cheese were wet and under seasoned, I could barely take more than 2 spoons. I will definitely try more stuff, maybe it was just a bad day.

    Look for the bright green truck!
    Nick F.

    Stop by and check out the little bright green truck serving up some tasty Jamaican eats. It's only out Thursday-Sunday as of now. Follow her on Facebook or instagram for specific times and locations. The lady that owns this is super sweet and she switches up her menu a little bit everyday. I think jerk chicken is always on the menu but she rotates jerk shrimp, oxtails, ribs and curry goat through as additional offerings from day to day. She posts her menu mid week so you can see what she will have each day. The food was great, I got jerk chicken and shrimp with coleslaw on the side. The shrimp and chicken were great and had that nice spicy pop. The rice/beans and coleslaw were also really good. Everything had a good balanced flavor to it. I'm definite planning to return for the curry goat and oxtails!

    Jerk Shrimp
    Anna K.

    I have had Jamaican Jerk Spot 5 times now and it has never disappointed. My favorite is the jerk shrimp but I've also had the jerk chicken which was amazing. Great customer service every time. Food is always quality and hot. They have a good mix of locations they go to. I hope they open a physical spot!

    The food truck
    Jasmin W.

    We love our almost weekly order for actual Jamaican food in Reno! Service is great and food comes out fresh! Did you also know they are now on Doordash so you don't have to worry about going too far to satisfy your taste buds! Our favorite go to plates are the jerk ribs, oxtails and jerk chicken (but with the bone so you know it's authentic). She will also cook different items to try like curry goat and Rasta pasta! Definitely try to order or call in for pick up earlier in the day as she does run out before closing time. Parking is easy between the jiffy lube and carpeteria. Wait time takes about 10 minutes when you go in person. Just come see for yourself! Anyways let me get back to my plate!

    Tim L.

    Wife outta town so now I get to eat what I want when I want! Where do I go? The only place in town I can get Jamaican food (correct me if I'm wrong)! I'll preface the review by saying that this place has no ambience, no seating, it's off a busy, noisy street, the truck is old and the generator just adds to the noise. But the food...that's why u come here. Jerk dishes, oxtail, curry goat and all the fixins. Portions are mighty. And this is a TRUE mom & pop business. Literally, mom, pop and baby. There ain't no one else. Mom told me when I ordered it would be about 10 minutes. It was barely 5. The curry smelled so good on the way home. Finally got home and loved what I saw. For $20 I got curry goat, rice & peas, steamed cabbage, plantains, and a festival (corn fritter). The goat was unctuous, melt in your mouth tender. Peppercorns and thyme are in the stew. Even got a bonus bone with some marrow in it. Tender carrots and potatoes in there too. I left nothing on the bones in the end. I would take rice and peas over white rice any time. Fluffy with just that hint of coconut milk. Cabbage was al dente; not over steamed. I would take this side over Mac & cheese or Rasta pasta. It's all so heavy and all those other sides are so rich. Loved the caramelization on the plantains. My next tip...dip the festival in what curry gravy is left and then dump the rice in the rest. Leave nothing behind! You ain't gettin good Jamaican food anywhere else. Come HERE. Support this young family. One last tip: I said I got all that for $20. That's true if you bring cash which I would advise. I charged and paid a fee and tax for that convenience.

    Jay W.

    This little truck has really brought something special to the Reno food scene. There really wasn't anything close to real Jamaican food. Yet, it's not just the correct use of spices that make what the Jamaican Jerk Spot serves so delicious, it's also the love and heart that go into the food. The owner was so kind and it's very clear that she loves cooking and loves food. Everything that she puts out is perfectly seasoned and cooked. Especially notable was the Ox tails. They were authentic, tender, and delicious. The fried plantains were also a nice addition and truly something that I love. Jamaica Jerk Spot was hit after hit for us.

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    Aww thank you so much I’m happy you all enjoyed your food :-)

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    18 days ago

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    3 months ago

    Yummy food! Easygoing service. Food truck vibes. This is just simple home cooked food. Love it.

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    7 months ago

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    Shanae C.

    Thank you :-)))

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    11 months ago

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    Shanae C.

    Thank you so much

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    8 months ago

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    Shanae C.

    Thank you, I’m happy you enjoyed it :-)

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    11 months ago

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    5 months ago

    Absolutely! I finally got untied ling enough to eat the oxtails and jerk chicken. It went well.

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    2 years ago

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    Thank you I am so happy you enjoyed your meal

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    4 months ago

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    4 months ago

    The spicy beef patty and the jerk chicken was amazing and they were delicious definitely gonna eat again

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    10 months ago

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    Shanae C.

    Thank you , see you then

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    11 months ago

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    Shanae C.

    Thank you . Not a taco truck though haha

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    1 year ago

    The food is amazing! I've tried it all. My favorites are the oxtails and the curry goat.

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