Had no idea this tasty hole in the wall was here. Very good food and the gentleman helping was very…read morefriendly, service was quick if you're on a lunch break it's a place to find great food

Authentic Jamaican cuisine! My order was called in fast and simple. The jerk chicken, rice and…read morepeas and of course rasta pasta. The portion sized was enough for two people. Chicken was spicy, juicy and delicious. The Rasta pasta had the spicy kick at the end of each bite. If you want that island vibe with good food this is the place.

Overall, really good flavorful and portions! I didn't eat in the restaurant, but the ambiance was…read moreokay (kind of hot/stuffy). Nothing special! Forgot to take pictures before I ate my food.

Maaannn this is the best Jamaican food I've had in all my days. Me and my wife came here years ago…read moreon a layover for our job and tried it out. It was perfect. I came back here on another layover today and decided to see if it was what I remember and it's even better. The food price is cheap compared to what I pay at other mediocre Jamaican restaurants and I would pay more. The drinks are cheap too. The workers are great and give the authentic Jamaican vibe. It's just great as a whole and I can't wait to come back

I was introduced to this place by my mom she would rant and rave about how delicious the food is…read moreand she wasn't wrong! Since moving to the Carolina's from up North I wasn't sure what to expect. I've have both dined in as well as carry out and the experience is always pleasant. I've had a few things from the menu but my favorite is the oxtail roti; It's a bit costly but well worth it as the meat is super tender, flavorful and the roti is pack full of meat. I also love the rice/ peas with the brown gravy and drinks are always phenomenal I've learned depending on the time of day you may be waiting for a bit but it's well worth it as everything is fresh, hot and made to order. The service/staff very friendly and helpful when it comes to ordering. The ambiance is upbeat, very clean and vibrant I wish I got a picture of my meal but somehow never makes it because it's that delicious

On a recent trip to Rock Hill, I stopped in at Island Grill & Pub to enjoy dinner…read more Although it was very cold outside, as soon as we walked in, we felt like we were immediately transported to a neighborhood cookshop in Port Antonio! The cashier was sweet and personable. She was multitasking, but still managed to be fully engaged in the service she provided to us. She kindly let us know what items were sold out for the day and also gave us time to look over the menu and decide on our order without making us feel rushed. While we waited for our food to arrive, we noticed a steady flow of customers all the way until closing time! It's clear Island Grill & Pub is a local favorite. The food is packaged up to go, but there are plenty of tables to dine-in once you have your food...and a big screen with movies and Jamaican music playing in the background to keep you entertained. The wait for the food is a bit long...but EVERYTHING came out very fresh, very authentic, and worth the wait. The portions were plentiful, the food was flavorful and seasoned well, and the items were priced well for the value. What we ordered: - Small Jerk Chicken plate with rice & peas and cabbage - Jerk Chicken pasta - Side order of Macaroni and cheese We wish we lived closer, so we could visit Island Grill & Pub regularly, but it's definitely on our list any time we travel to the Rock Hill area!

Walk in and you feel like you are transported to a Caribbean vacation. Service was spectacular!…read more Everything from drinks to the entrees were delicious. Definitely a must stop, try and return to place.

We enjoyed lunch here recently. Walking in, it's easy to see the restaurant is brightly decorated…read moreand clean. We were brought samples of two homemade juices, and both were so tasty! The menu is filled with all of the island favorites, and some are spicy. I chose the less spicy Brown Stew and Chicken, which is tender chicken thighs in gravy served with peas and rice, cooked cabbage, and plantains. Come with an appetite because the servings are huge! We also ordered the coconut shrimp and bread pudding (also with coconut and fruit). Overall, excellent food and such friendly service. The owner, Alissa served us and told us a bit of her story. Go in and enjoy a meal and find out more about this sweet little place.

Starters Appetizers: Cornbread and Collard Greens with Smoked Turkey…read more Collard Greens: Holds the flavours of smoky notes from the turkey, undertones of peppers with a mild to moderate heat, which was very pleasant to the palate. The leaves of the Collard Greens were very tender and flavourful. Cornbread: Served muffin style was mild in flavour and not sweet. Was a nice addition to the Collard Greens. (Pro tip: Personally, I would return for the Collard Greens alone. There is also a Vegan menu and a Soul Food Menu. The Collard Greens are 5 Star flawless. Service is efficient. The lounge is very casual. The artwork is beautiful, but some of it is hidden behind a table as noticed in my pictures. The ambience is small, but noticed there are several pickup third-party delivery drivers collecting takeout, as well as several customer pick up orders. So the food is very popular here even when there are not many dine-in customers. Next time I might order takeout as well just for the Collard Greens. Main Course: Ordered the "whitefish" fillet for the Seafood Platter (Tilapia Filet), but received a Pink Fish maybe Salmon or Red Snapper but looks sort of like a Salmon. Was not sure. Images provided. For this reason, the fish would be a 3 star. Overall, would I come back? Yes, for the Collard Greens, which I loved it was sheer perfection!

The food was amazing! The collards were seasoned to perfection. The slaw wasn't sweet but it was…read morestill enjoyable. The seating was seat yourself. They have a stage and an area for dancing although it was on the small size.

Visited: Friday, June 13th, 2025…read more We decided to check this place out, and overall, it was a solid experience with a lot of potential! Here's the full scoop Ambiance: There's a nice amount of outdoor seating with a chill vibe. Inside, the space is cozy and clean--nothing fancy, but definitely inviting. I loved that the buffet is behind glass and served by staff --much more hygienic than your typical buffet setup. Pricing: Shoutout to them for offering a senior buffet price of $9.99, compared to the regular $16.99. That's super appreciated when you're dining out with parents or older relatives . Drinks: We ordered jugo de maracuyá (passionfruit juice). The flavor was there, but the pulp kept floating to the top, so the texture was a little odd. Still refreshing though! Food Experience: My mom started with the buffet and felt the food was lukewarm--not cold, but definitely not hot either . No heat lamps or lids on the trays might be the reason. Thankfully, the manager, Jesús, was amazing and open to feedback. He told us the place is under new ownership (just a few months in), so I'm hopeful improvements are coming. My husband also had the buffet and really enjoyed the rice and beans --well-seasoned and cooked perfectly. I ordered the Mar y Tierra mofongo platter , which came with: Garlic shrimp, Steak, Arroz con gandules, Fresh salad, And oddly... beans, even though the rice already had pigeon peas? The mofongo was great, and the salad was fresh and crisp. The steak and garlic sauce were both flavorful but unfortunately super salty--I couldn't finish it. The dish itself could definitely feed two people though! Dessert Letdown: I asked for tres leches cake, and I'm so glad I've learned to smell it before digging in. The milk had definitely gone bad . It's tricky with that kind of dessert since it spoils quickly if not stored right, since it consists of three different milks. Service: Top-notch. Jesús (manager) was kind, professional, and genuinely cared about our experience. Cris, our waitress, was sweet and attentive--she kept our table spotless and always checked if we needed refills or anything else. 10/10 for service --- Final Verdict: Great service Clean and comfortable setting Good flavors (but watch the salt) Affordable for seniors Just needs better temperature control and fresher desserts Would I come back? Yes. Especially to see how it improves over time with the new owners.

This place has good points and bad points so 3 stars averaged them out…read more Atmosphere was adorable and seemed authentic. The music and decor is just cute. The one server, who seemed very pleasant, spoke no English so the ordering was very difficult. We couldn't even make one ounce of headway with the language barrier. Luckily a customer come to our rescue. . I ended up just saying we want what he has. and with his help, we got our order in. The food was very good. We enjoyed the flavors of the food. The Leche cake was very good. The biggest thing was there wasn't any prices anywhere. We had no idea how much things cost. There is just a chalk board with the food selections. So 1 entree, 1 dessert cake, 2 waters cost $26 without tip. I'm not sure if we will return.

I noticed this restaurant today. Upon my arrival I noticed that the restaurant was inside of the…read moreInternal store located across from Bob Jones University in the Lake Plaza Shopping Center. Apparently the restaurant just opened in August of 2021 but, the International store has been there for over 8 years! I'm definitely happy I stopped by today and tried out the Jamaican food. The flavors were Very good, fresh and the Hot sauce was on point too! I will return soon now that I have found this convenient Fresh restaurant. The owner of it, Coco, was super nice and positive. Her co-pilot was Sylvia who was equally as friendly and obviously just as authentically Jamaican too. Bravo ladies for your sweet impression! See you again soon :)

This is our second time ordering and it did not disappoint! Our whole family loves it. The oxtail,…read morepatties, and jerk chicken are absolutely AMAZING!!

Durty Thumbs was excellent. We ordered one of every patty,…read moreand they were all good across the board. The beef patty was well executed and very satisfying, and the curry patty stood out for being more unique and interesting in flavor. That said, the fish was the clear standout. Easily the best thing we ordered. It was cooked perfectly and came with coleslaw that was balanced and not overly sweet, plus a side of cabbage that was also very good. They offered a spicy sauce, but the food honestly didn't need much extra. We eat at a lot of food trucks at Carolina Beer Temple, and Durty Thumbs ranks among the best we've had. Everything was good -- the fish is what I'd go back for.