Happy to see some Jamaican food in colonial heights especially since this area lacks diversity. The…read morestaff is very friendly and certain food items are made to order which is nice. I ordered the brown stew chicken and a beef patty. The beef patty could have used more filling however, the flavor was amazing. The brown stew chicken wasn't your typical brown stew chicken. The flavor profile was much different. Great flavor just wouldn't have thought I was eating brown stew chicken. The chicken seems to be grilled first and then gravy added to it. Not really sure. I definitely will go back and try other menu items just not the brown stew since it really should be called something else.

Food was good hot and fresh. They ran out of ox tails and Mac and cheese by time I got there.read more

The food was disgusting, cold and old! I can't believe I spent money here again with this bull…read morecrap!!! They need to shut them down! Disgusting.

I ordered ahead from DoorDash before they opened. Brown stew chicken with Mac and cheese. Place…read moreopened at 11, got a notification at 1150am that I was being refunded for the Mac n cheese because it was out of stock. Food got here nice and hot, I was really looking forward to this meal but I can't stick my fork in it. I took a bite and found it to be very hard, dry, and salty. I was really looking forward to eating this meal. I even told my friend she should order but I had to call her back after this. Just disappointed.

The food was definitely on point. I ordered the small jerk wing combo, a beef patty, and coco…read morebread. Everything was fresh and extremely flavorful. Walked in to order and took about 15 mins, which wasn't bad at all. We all worth the short wait! Of course my wife had to try some of mine and immediately regretted not getting anything for herself. So we'll be going back today!

Curry shrimp curry goat , , rice and peas and cabbage were so flavorful. The curry goat had a…read moresudlle heat that you tasted afterward very nice. The customer service was perfect very friendly , hospitable and welcoming.

I simply do not recommend. A friend came to visit from out of town & was really excited to try this…read moreplace because their roots are Jamaican...however, this was the farthest possible thing from the flavor, taste & heart of the island. If I could take my time back I would. The waitress was as kind as she could possibly be, but the bar and the kitchen (literally the only reasons to go to a restaurant) were not sufficient to even give a second chance. A childhood beverage was not made correctly (not even the right color being clear when it should have been dark) & all of the food was tasteless. Thankfully there was salt, pepper & hot sauce on the table. We went at about 7 in the evening & they were sold out of fish cakes, beef patties and the macaroni. Two stars because the waitress was nice.

I had dinner here on a Thursday night and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. I love that they…read moreoffer vegetarian options like the chickpea veggie curry which is amazing and served with rice and plantains. I also had the pina colada and it was great as well. The food was served quickly and service was excellent.

The food was tasty enough. I recommend 'take out' only though. This place charges a premium on…read moreeach item (compared to other places) and if you dine in, you must pay a service charge of up to 20% of your bill (VA law 3% to 20%). They don't have to charge 20%, but they will. Instead of feeling appreciated for patronizing the place, I felt punished and robbed at gunpoint! I understand why the place was practically empty at lunch time - I certainly will never go back!

The worst oxtails, my $27 grill fish was as small as fish bait!! I could count on one hand how many…read morebeans were in the rice. Not many people in there and the service was terrible!!!! Be prepared to pay hidden fees!

Charles Kitchen was delicious! Everything tasted fresh and made with care. We went for lunch and…read moreordered the herb chicken, spinach rice, oxtails, and salmon, and every entrée was flavorful and well prepared. The meat was tender, seasoned perfectly, and cooked just right. Loved the home-like feel with the family pictures and warm atmosphere throughout. The service from Charles and Nikita was also excellent and made the experience even better. Can't wait to go back!

I literally stumbled upon Charles' Kitchen as I was looking for a different restaurant but the…read moreminute I saw CARIBBEAN CUISINE I said forget the other place and let's try this! Getting right to the point, THIS PLACE IS SLAMMING!!! The Food The Service The Ambiance The Energy EVERYTHING IS 5 STARS (& absolutely authentic)! I can't wait to come back to dine in, partake in their Mimosa Fridays and to try some of the other delicious entrees. LOVE THIS PLACE!

I had to go to Richmond for business saw this truck thought I would stop and check it out.. His…read morefood is probably better than most jamican restaurants.. tastes of food chicken nice a tender 4.9.. spice 4.9 the sides are great too but to each is own..great job owner.. big up your self ...

Best island food north of the islands. Spicy, flavorful,…read moresoul nourishing. Get the ghost peppers... if you dare. Very kind ownership.

Had my usual curry goat with roti and oxtail with rice, there is a great choice of four sides too…read moredoubles, polourie and bake and shark. The meals were great, I was happy to get some nice polourie, glad I did not have to wait till I go back to Tdad. The bake and shark was boss, Kathy explained that although she tries to do it every other Saturday sometimes the grocery does not have shark. But it was well worth the wait to enjoy some nice fresh food. A cold homemade sorrel just finished all this good food. My family was so happy to enjoy good Trini food. Be back soon for sure. Great T&T food. Kathy was explaining to other customers who were not familiar with the food but came to buy based on recommendations.

The vibe 100% Service top notch…read moreFood mind blowing Triniroti.va delivers consistently excellent Trinidadian staples. The doubles feature a tender bara an channa with a balanced blend of spices,complemented by bright tamarind an well judged pepper sauce. Their roti is supple and wraps around richly flavored curries that are both hearty and aromatic. The pholourie arrives hot,golden and airy the ideal starter. A standout for authentic local flavor and quality execution.... Tip: For those who purchase just a reminder when we purchase doubles on d stand to go or pholourie fot that matter it comes hot but need i remind u once wrapped bagged an is transported to wherever its temperature obviously drops it would not be hot it may be warm depends on how long u have your food bagged an transported

The food is AMAZING! I love their curry chicken and oxtails. When you go inside the restaurant,…read moreit's very nice and inviting. Try the Long Island Iced Tea. You won't be disappointed.

I am extremely disappointed by the treatment I have received from Carena's…read more As a local business owner, I understand the importance of customer service and treating customers with respect. I work hard for my money, and because this restaurant is conveniently located, I have been a loyal customer who has supported this establishment regularly. Several months ago, I experienced unprofessional behavior from staff at the drive-thru window. As a customer, I felt it was appropriate to leave an honest review regarding my experience. Since then, when I recently called to place an order, I was informed that I would not be allowed to do so and was refused service altogether. When I respectfully asked the manager for an explanation, my questions went unanswered, and the phone was repeatedly hung up on. I then attempted to speak with the owner, only to be told that no one knew when the owner would be available or how I could reach them. The level of disrespect and lack of professionalism I have experienced is unacceptable. At no point have I been disrespectful; I simply spoke up about my experience and exercised my right to leave an honest review. It appears that this may be the reason I am being denied service. What makes this situation even more disappointing is that businesses should value and respect the customers who consistently support them. I genuinely enjoy the food and have patronized this establishment frequently, which makes being denied service without a valid explanation even more concerning. I believe customers deserve to be treated fairly and with respect. Based on my experience, I can no longer recommend supporting this business. I intend to pursue the matter further and explore the appropriate channels to address these concerns. Customers should spend their hard-earned money where they are appreciated, respected, and valued. I would love to speak to the owner I heard she's in and out so who knows