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    Jamaican Jerk Shack

    3.9 (26 reviews)
    Open 1:00 pm - 8:00 PM

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    Oxtail Fried Cabbage Mac and Cheese
    Terry S.

    i went for the first time with my wife. we both ordered oxtails, cabbage, and i had mac & cheese, she had mixed veggies. the oxtails were a tad bit "tougher" than what i'm use to, but were good nonetheless. the cabbage was great, i'll be back to get that if i don't get anything else. the mac & cheese was pretty good, and the mixed veggies were ok. the owner is so nice, and the little kid there is adorable. great experience overall, i highly recommend.

    Unfortunately the restaurant was close today on 5/7/24. due to maintenance issues. This was the only reason for this low score. Also no one answered the phone but clearly I could see people there working once I got in the parking lot , prior before I drove all the over here. I called the restaurant and the voicemail was completely full. I'm sorry but that's not the way to do business.

    Curry shrimp with rice with peas and callaloo. This is absolutely amazing food.
    Kali M.

    This place is absolutely incredible. The food is fresh and delicious. I had the curried shrimp with rice and peas and callaloo. The portion was great. I was actually able to take leftovers home to my boyfriend. The people who work there are very friendly and sweet folks. This is a very "mom and pop" style restaurant, and should be appreciated as such. I will definitely be back.

    Jerk Chicken Fried Cabbage
    Les B.

    This place seems to be family owned, and run. Just as most places I've been to like this the food was AWSOME, and I love vibe. Laid back so you can get ready to eat. My jerk Chicken tasted great, and it wasn't drowned in too much sauce. It had just enough spice to it. If the sauce was from out they REALLY FOOLED ME. The Cabbage was lightly seasoned how I liked. So I could eat some by its self, and mix it with the remaining jerk sauce. That complimented my dish when combined. The food didn't take a long time to come, and it was hot. Over all this restaurant is a hidden JEM, and if I'm in the area again. I will definitely make this place one of my stops.

    Ox Tail, Rice & Peas, Plantain
    Alfred W.

    Small store front with only 5 small tables. Order at counter with menu on wall. Food comes out fast and is hot. Very good flavor and texture. Highly recommend this eatery.

    Jerk Chicken Rice & Peas Fried Cabbage

    Really good Jerk Chicken!!! Very good customer service too!! Definitely would recommend this place if you like jerk chicken, rice, and cabbage!!!

    Oxtail, rice and peas, callaloo. The plate and table is mine, it was takeout.

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    Limited but good vegetable plate for vegetarians. Limited non-alcoholic drink selection.

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    They don't answer phone calls but the food could've been better ouch..... Maybe more spicy less sweet?

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    Mayan Kitchen

    Mayan Kitchen

    4.4
    (518 reviews)
    8.4 mi
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    My family was staying at a nearby hotel and decided to try this place for dinner after a concierge…read moresuggested it. So happy we did! It was delicious. We enjoyed strawberry margaritas, queso, Mayan fajitas, steak tacos and kids Mac & cheese. Service was great & the restaurant was very clean. Would definitely go back if we're in Chattanooga.

    This is one of the best places I have found to eat in Chattanooga. The food and service are…read moreconsistently excellent, and the experience is reliable every time. The bathrooms are always clean, which I appreciate. Paid street parking is usually easy to find, though during busy hours it can take a little more time. The veggie fajitas are an absolute treat and full of flavor. The guacamole is fresh and perfectly seasoned, and the salsa is truly top notch. One of the most delightful surprises is that the churros are vegan, and they are unforgettable. The Papillón dish is especially meaningful. It can be made vegan and comes from the owner's grandmother's recipe in Guatemala. That personal touch really shines through and makes the menu feel inspired and unique. There used to be a young blonde male bartender who was hands down one of the best servers I have ever had. He was personable and somehow remembered both your order and your conversations even months later. That level of hospitality really stood out. Prices are not cheap, and the ingredients are not explicitly organic, but the quality, flavor, and thoughtful menu make it well worth it. Highly recommend if you are looking for consistently great food and a standout dining experience in Chattanooga.

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    Soul Food Xpress

    Soul Food Xpress

    4.1
    (7 reviews)
    3.4 mi

    This is a new business that opened October 2023. When I went in the people were extremely friendly,…read morewelcoming, and answered my questions. It is located in the shopping plaza. There is tons of parking available. I asked about the chicken tenders due to other experiences with soul, food restaurants. They actually cut their chicken breast themselves and do the batter for the chicken tenders. I also got mac & cheese and cabbage with mine. They use smoked turkey no pork for their vegetables, so that was good for me. They offer sweet tea, Kool-Aid and other soft drinks. I believe I am the first review for this business. Overall good experience, good, customer service, and good food. I look forward to supporting them in the future, and hopefully having a Yelp event to bring in more business.

    We visited this restaurant while in Chattanooga a few months ago. Yelp helped me find it (Kudos to…read moreYelp!) The owners were very nice and friendly and that made our visit enjoyable. I had read that they had some of the best chicken tenders ever, so that I knew I wanted to find out. On this day, they happened to be cooked a little hard. I could tell they were seasoned well and hand battered, meaning they weren't just from a frozen bag somewhere. I just wished they hadn't been cooked so long. They were kinda...tough to eat. The sides were ok...if I remembered correctly Bae and I talked about the lack of seasoning in the veggies. I understand that sometimes you can't always season veggies to everyone's liking. Some people need less, some need more. The price for two meals was a little expensive since we didn't have enough left over for a to-go box. For $40, the amount of food received wasn't what we were expecting. Oh and be prepared to wait. While there was only a few customers ahead of us, there was a long wait for our food. I think they cooked their meats to order so it wasn't a deal breaker. But waiting on the meats made the veggies be not so warm. However, I did enjoy the decor of the restaurant and the chit chat of the owners, and I want to see them successful. Hopefully they fix the kinks noted here. I would return if I'm in the area again.

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    Baby Jays BBQ Kitchen

    Baby Jays BBQ Kitchen

    4.7
    (3 reviews)
    4.7 mi

    I knew this was gonna be good when I pulled up and saw a line of people in 40 degree weather…read morefreezing their behinds off for a plate. FYI, this is a food truck of sorts, so check out their Facebook page to see where they're located (Thurs-Sun). I got an oxtail plate with rice, greens and yams and a beef rib plate with greens and Mac n cheese (they doused my ribs with bbq sauce before I left--mmm!). Obviously that's too much food for one person, so when I came home I ate a couple ribs and a bite of everything else. Ribs and oxtail both succulent, juicy, and well seasoned; rice was covered in oxtail gravy (as it should be); yams were very good and the perfect amount of sweet; Mac n cheese was good, but I probably won't get it again (in general, mac n cheese is too heavy for me if I'm eating red meat as well. I wanna save my stomach space for meat!); greens were also well seasoned, not too salty. Two-person operation (at least on the day I went), very nice customer service and they take very good care with your food. Cash or cashapp only. Pay 'em a visit!

    I wish there were SIX stars to give…read more.. Stopped by just as they were shutting down on 5/14/2023 but, the man would not let me leave empty handed. (the mark of a GREAT business man) Sent me away with a free sampling of the BBQ Ribs. Got home, and never even made it to the table... ate the whole thing, standing at the counter !!! (could NOT put it down) Best BBQ I've had in years... no exaggeration. Absolutely some of the best I've ever tasted. The people were VERY friendly, and definitely knew their business. Reminded me of the real Caribbean BBQ from the islands. (not the stuff they feed the tourists) Please, treat yourself to this food, and this unique BBQ experience the first chance you get, and support this local business. God bless the man that feeds his brothers and sisters.

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    Oxtail plate with rice, yams and greens: $26
    Oxtail plate with rice, yams and greens: $26
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    Beef rib plate with mac n cheese and greens: $28

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    Beef rib plate with mac n cheese and greens: $28

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