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    Kalalou Caribbean and Grill

    3.1 (43 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    The Building. Right across from Popeyes
    Taylor N.

    So I actually have never eaten here. BUT there is a line dance class that happens in the back of this restaurant on Tuesday nights that I love. The restaurant is playing music for it's patrons though. I see people in there eating and enjoying themselves. Sometimes they observe us dancing. I spoke to one of the waiters and he told me that they've been there for 3 years. I've lived in the area since 2012 and have never noticed this place. I do however want to try their food one day. It looks yummy based on what I've seen. I.lovw Haitian food

    Melva W.

    What can I say ....we were told when we walked in the wait would be 1.5 hours for food. We almost left but decided to give them a chance anyway. We ordered appetizers which we were told would not take that long. After 2 hours and 10 minutes we got one of our appetizers and it was then when they told us they did not have anymore rice. Our next appetizer came at 2 hours and 35 minutes. There were 3 tables who got up and left way before us and we still tried to stick it out. It's not the waitresses fault but they disappear. It took about 35 minutes for us to get our drinks and water. The shrimp dish was good just like the pork dish but it was mainly pieces of fat on the pork and very small pieces. I am sorry I've been to other Haitian restaurants and never have had to wait this long for my food. Wish them the best.

    Turkey
    Janice H.

    Food was good, but costly. There's a vegetable rice that is really good. We came for lunch and ordered turkey in sauce and oxtails in sauce with water and our total price was $48.78. They automatically add 18% gratuity (we were a party of 2). The gentleman (owner/manager?) we first encountered was friendly, sat us immediately & took our order. From the time we ordered to the time we left it was over an hour. We were the only ones in the restaurant. No one checked on us after we received our food, not even to refill our water. At one point I needed napkins and I went to the front to see if I could get some from the bar area and the young lady that was at the front was standing there on her phone. I love supporting local restaurants but I can't imagine how the service would be with a busy crowd and automatic tip where there was no service provided is cause for concern.

    Fish (whole snapper)
    Jeannie M.

    Where do I begin?? I have to disagree with everyone when it comes to a few of the reviews. What people don't understand is for a business to succeed--a lot comes into play. The price is NOT TOO HIGH. As a person who frequents --high end restaurants. I prefer to spend my $$$ where the food is delicious, yummy, and properly cleaned. When I dine out at similar restaurants (price range) that's not Haitian. I do not complain about the portions or price because (Steak 954) will provide me the same portion for about the same price for the meal. I cook so I can understand how to plate & price a food. If not, this place will be closed in a few months! Now to the FOOD!! It's exceptionally delicious. It's consistent & worth it! Service wise--yes the Waitress can use more training, but that's something they can work on! The place is clean and it smells good. I will continue to support this place because I want CARIBBEAN restaurants to also be able to compete with other restaurants and SUCCEED! They can't charge you $7 for a plate and pay their rent, & employees. So support each other as we support white owned businesses!

    Grilled Salmon and Shrimp
    Amya H.

    I will strongly say, this restaurant is immaculate but they are still new and on the rise. They only have 4 servers on rotation, a few chefs and no bartender, meaning the servers are also the bartenders. The wait times are ridiculous when the restaurant is packed as the staff becomes over-stretched to accommodate more parties. Coming around opening times or midday before the 5pm rush are truly the best in being able to experience all the food. Came back to try some different dishes like the Creole Chicken with Black Rice and the Fried Tassot which were exquisite! Keep in mind, the Tassot is not fried hard, but still very flavorful!

    Mac and cheese
    Jeff B.

    HONEST REVIEW! This place sucks! I waited an hour and 45 mins for my food to be cold! Then when I got the food it was mid! Nothing to be excited about! The servers don't have any product knowledge, I asked a few questions about the menu and they had no clue. I strongly suggest if you are wanting to eat here make sure you come full because by the time you get your food you'll be hungry! This place should've waited to open because right now they suck! Only thing that's good is the damn drinks and the bathroom is nice #suckless

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    food is skimp straight fat no meat on bones bean juice with no beans waste of money and time food was terrible

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    Several items in the menu not available. Placed order then came back o e the items we ordered was no longer available.

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    Very great food, the spot is really clean, the Acra, the black rice, the people are really cool.

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    The Dutch Pot Jamaican Restaurant

    The Dutch Pot Jamaican Restaurant

    3.0
    (221 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$

    I really wanted to love this place, for their authentic take on Jamaican cuisine, but, for me it…read morewas just ok. The location is not in the best neighborhood, and by looks of their front door (iron bars), it very well might be an unsafe area. The restaurant inside is clean, I'll give them that. Tables and floors were well kept and wiped down after guests left. There were a couple ladies behind the counter who were friendly and gave us some time to review the menu. Jason and I both ordered the same thing, goat curry (curry goat) with rice and peas and it came side a small side of steamed cabbage and a few sweet plantains as well. We took our food to go and all the way home it smelled go good! Immediately when I opened the container I knew right away, it was going to be a hit or miss (for me). The color or the goat was very yellow, which means, this curry was more turmeric than actual curry power. Being from the Caribbean, you know the difference between the 2 things.... Nevertheless, we ate, and we both liked the food, it was not something that I felt like I could not stop eating, nor thought 'wow I can't wait to go back'. The meat of the goat was tender for sure. The flavors that I'm familiar with, were not there. And I understand that this might be the restaurant's way of cooking, and their style, and that's totally ok, it's just for me this was not one of my favorite Jamaican spots.

    Dutch Pot delivered a really flavorful and satisfying meal. I ordered the fried chicken mini with…read morerice and peas, topped with oxtail gravy, along with a side of plantains. Everything tasted great. The chicken was crispy, the rice and peas were well seasoned, and the oxtail gravy brought everything together perfectly. The plantains were a standout, sweet like candy and cooked just right. The staff was very friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. However, the ambiance felt more like a hole in the wall spot rather than a polished dining environment. That being said, the quality and flavor of the food definitely make up for it. Overall, it's a great place to grab authentic, delicious Jamaican food, and I'd definitely come back again.

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    Bellgordon's Caribbean Restaurant

    Bellgordon's Caribbean Restaurant

    4.9
    (64 reviews)
    3.9 mi

    The food was sooo good! I got the curry goat with rice and peas, let me tell you... 10/10…read moreMy fiancé got the oxtail with rice and peas, also 10/10. She was not stingy with filling the plate up. The lady that helped us today was sweet as pie. She was warm, sweet and professional. The place was clean and the food aroma filled the room. Pure goodness! I'm so glad I found this place. When my craving for Jamaican food comes back, I now have my go-to place. 100% recommend!

    Initially saw some pictures on Yelp that convinced me to give this place a try and I'm so glad I…read moredid! It's a small, mom-and-pop-like shop which of course is the best kind of restaurant IMO. When I walked in, everything smelled amazing and all the food was covered up, which I can appreciate for cleanliness purposes. I was greeted by a smiling and upbeat Simone, who is super warm and welcoming. This was a very pleasant surprise given how my beautiful Jamaican people do not always get the best rep for customer service (IYKYK). I ordered the oxtail, rice and peas and some jerk chicken. Simon gave me a beautiful, and packed plate. The rice and peas was SOO good, I was happy just eating it by itself. The oxtail pieces were big and juicy and FALL-OFF-THE-BONE good. The cabbage had a distinct color and flavor that I LOVED. I give the overall plate a 9/10 only because I didn't get any carrots with the oxtail or sweet plantains in my order which I personally prefer and personally feel should come with oxtail meals. Also because while the jerk chicken LOOKED AMAZING and was nice enough, it didn't pack as much flavor as I would like and they didn't have a signature sauce with it (again, a personal preference, try it yourself, to see how YOU feel). Overall, this was an awesome experience. I would definitely eat here again and strongly encourage you to give it a try if you haven't yet, even just to experience the pleasure of meeting Simone.

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    Calypso Restaurant & Raw Bar

    Calypso Restaurant & Raw Bar

    4.4
    (589 reviews)
    7.9 mi
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    So I'm adding to my last review of Calypso again five stars…read more We sat at the bar JULIO is an excellent bartender and very friendly person. Love the quaint spot. It's a lot of fun just to have a nice dinner and relax. This time we had the muscles Florentine, chicken wings, and my wife had the grilled snapper. A across the board top-notch food. Once again, everything was fresh and delicious. We also got the carrot cake, which was excellent, super moist and flavorful, but we ate it too fast to take a picture

    I was excited to try Calypso based on the excellent reviews but had a mixed experience. My wife and…read moreI started with the house salad with miso ginger dressing, which was excellent--fresh, flavorful, and honestly one of the highlights of the meal. For the appetizers, we ordered the mango wings, honey garlic shrimp, and for our entree split the Caribbean grilled grouper with pigeon peas and rice and sweet plantains. I appreciated the unique flavor combinations and the creativity of the menu, but overall the dishes were underwhelming and lacked the seasoning I was hoping for. Everything was cooked well, but nothing really stood out enough to make me want to order it again. The service was excellent but the atmosphere seemed to cater to an older crowd. I'm sure there's probably a dish on the menu that I would enjoy, especially given how much I liked the salad, but based on this visit, it wasn't enough to bring me back.

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    Carib Island Restaurant

    Carib Island Restaurant

    3.8
    (30 reviews)
    0.9 mi

    After hearing about it for a while, I finally visited this restaurant late at night when a friend…read moreand I decided to go out for drinks and I'm glad we did. We arrived around 11 PM on a Friday and the place had great energy. It was lively without feeling overwhelming, and a few tables looked like they were celebrating special occasions, which added to the vibe. The music was excellent and honestly brought back a bit of that nostalgic, high school party feel in the best way. We ordered a couple of drinks and they were definitely strong and well made. The service stood out just as much as the atmosphere. The owner was incredibly pleasant and attentive, checking in with us several times to make sure we were taken care of. You could tell she genuinely cared about the guests. I also learned the owners are Trini and Guyanese, which I loved because it added a nice personal touch to the experience. As a first time visitor, I really appreciated that she thanked us for coming when we left. It made the experience feel welcoming and personal. I'll definitely be back to try the food. As a vegetarian, I'm hoping to make a special request since there aren't many Chinese vegetarian options on the menu, but I'm confident they'll accommodate it. We left after 1 AM and people were still coming in, so it's clearly a popular late night spot. Great location right off University with plenty of parking, which makes it super convenient. Overall, a great night, great energy, and a place I'll be returning to.

    They need to have both types of Roti, and wrap them, I ordered a curry beef with potatoes and chick…read morepeas and I was very disappointed with the results, I had to throw it away. Also on their delivery menu they need to include Mauby as one of their drinks.

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    Island Flavor cafe

    Island Flavor cafe

    4.5
    (38 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    We had an excellent lunch here. The pin drop for the Yelp directions were a bit off. We had to…read morebacktrack from them and head into the Walmart shopping center. The restaurant is located on the west side strip of stores and restaurants -- next to a Chinese restaurant. The place is airy and bright. It's pretty basic inside. There are a few four top tables and a couple two tops for dining in, although the do a lot of takeout. You order and pay at the counter. You can see your food displayed. The menu is on the wall above. You help yourself to drinks from a cooler. We both got the lunch brown stew chicken in a small size. They also have large, but the smaller one was perfect. You can choose which rice --and we both had peas n rice (rice n peas?), plus sautéed cabbage, and plantains. The chicken comes in a delicious brown gravy and I requested extra gravy on my rice. We sat in to eat -- but all meals are served in takeout containers. The chicken was fall off the bone tender. Everything was wonderful. Prices were reasonable. The staff were friendly. We will certainly return in the future. We will certainly return to

    Island flavors and island vibes make for a wonderful lunch stop today!…read more My wife and I both enjoy Jamaican cuisine and are eager to try new places. Island Flavors is a hit! Bright and clean, every customer is greeted with a smile. A menu board is easy to navigate and you can choose your size meal. We both chose the Brown Stew Chicken with peas and rice, cabbage and sweet plantains. The chicken was tender and full of flavor with an extra spoon of the savory brown Stew sauce over the peas and rice. Ya man! Lunch for two including a bottle of soda and a tip was under $20 . Great food! Great Value!

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    Tabanka - a Trini Kitchen

    Tabanka - a Trini Kitchen

    4.5
    (172 reviews)
    2.7 mi
    $$

    Holy smokes, what's up with the bad attitudes? I wanted to like this place but upon my return it…read morewas day and night, eye rolling? lol Now you know this is utter disrespect. I witnessed customers asking questions and the cashier and servers were highly bothered. Then my bake and shark was stale. Doubles oily. Treat your customers with respect.

    A very homey and feel good restaurant that serves authentic Trini cuisine. I love the happy…read moreinclusive vibes of Tabanka. They have a variety of stewed meats for roti meals and sides like mashed pumpkin, potatoes, spinach and other veggies. Everything is uniquely seasoned and spiced. If you're not good with spicy foods, ask for anything with peppers to not include them. My husband ordered the stewed boneless chicken with paratha roti and pumpkin plus potatoes as sides. The roti was fresh and hot. The pumpkin was my favorite. The chicken was easy to eat and tasted good, not dry. The potatoes were soft. I got a double and it was amazing. Lots of tamarind flavor and some curry and cumin tastes. I love chickpeas and there were plenty of it stuffed inside. Gotta eat it quick or else the shell becomes soggy. I also ordered a bake and shark. First time trying it. The crispy texture of the fried fish plus the soft outer shell along with the lettuce and tomato all tasted delicious together. However, the fish was way too salty for me. After the first few bites, I couldn't eat anymore of it. My husband who has a much stronger taste palette even agreed it was on the salty side. Will definitely come back to try more items!

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