Taste of the Caribbean really understood the assignment!…read more I ordered the steamed fish, and I have to give the chef his credit. I explained exactly how I wanted it prepared, including all my little requests, and he delivered exactly what I asked for. The fish was seasoned just right, flavorful, and cooked beautifully. You can tell when a chef actually listens to the customer and this one did! The ackee and saltfish was another favorite. Well-seasoned, packed with flavor, and cooked just the way it should be. Add some rice and those sweet fried plantains, and that plate was definitely giving authentic Caribbean comfort food. If I'm not mistaken, I've tried almost everything on their menu, and I've never been disappointed not even once. I also loved the atmosphere. There's something about the music, the décor, the warmth, and the overall Caribbean feel of the place that makes you want to sit back, relax, and enjoy your meal. It has that laid-back island energy that you don't have to force it's just there. If you're looking for good Caribbean food, generous flavor, and a vibe that feels warm and familiar, Taste of the Caribbean is definitely worth checking out.

This used to be one of my go-to spots. They have plenty of parking, and being located in a shopping…read morecenter with a parking pavilion makes it pretty convenient. The atmosphere is usually chill, which is another reason I enjoyed coming here so often. The food is genuinely delicious. I've had the salmon, and I'm a big fan of the wings and the juices. I used to come here regularly, and I liked the place enough that I even chose them to cater an event for my job. I gave them a specific headcount and explained how much food we would need. They assured me that everything would be taken care of, so I trusted them and put a lot of hype behind the restaurant. Unfortunately, the catering experience was a major disappointment. Not only was our order late, but there was barely enough food for everyone. After being clear about the number of people attending and trusting their team to properly prepare for the event, it felt like they completely dropped the ball. I had recommended and hyped up this place, only for the experience to be subpar and for several things to go wrong. It honestly felt like they played in my face, especially after assuring me that everything was handled. I would have given this place five stars based on the food and my previous experiences, but that catering situation left such a sour taste in my mouth that I haven't returned in quite some time. Loyalty should mean something, and it's difficult to continue supporting a business when you don't feel respected or valued as a customer. The food is still delicious, and I truly enjoyed this place for a long time. But after that experience, I don't think I'll be coming back. I'm sorry, because I really wanted to continue supporting them.

Wow! What a hidden gem in the SGV!…read more Both of my parents are from the Caribbean, so finding a local spot that truly gets Caribbean food right is a real treat. My mom ordered the oxtail, and my dad had the curry chicken. They both agreed it was the closest they've had to authentic, home-cooked Caribbean food since leaving home. I also took home a Jamaican beef patty and a chicken patty, and I tried them the next day. They were absolutely delicious! The service was excellent, and the staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming. The restaurant is located in a unique food hall featuring cuisines from around the world, creating a lively, social atmosphere with plenty of energy while still being a comfortable place to enjoy a meal. If you're looking for authentic Caribbean food in the San Gabriel Valley, I highly recommend giving this place a try. You won't be disappointed!

To simply put it, Caribbean Gourmet's Jamaican Patties is a dish worth driving for. I would drive…read morehere in peak traffic just to have it. This one absolutely caught us by surprise. My wife and I were craving for Jamaican patties which we haven't had for a while. A search on Yelp brought us here. It's a humble food stall with just a few decor in the food hall but wow. The patties are packed with flavor and complexity. It's spiced, crumbly, and well textured. It's literally mouth watering thinking about it. We enjoyed it so much we came back the next day to have more and buy some to take home too. Trust me. It's worth trying.

Great food, literally downloaded yelp to review this place specifically. Ordered the curry shrimp…read moreroti, so good! As someone who doesn't love shrimp, this place converted me. Only recommendation is to split the roti if you're not super hungry, it's quite a bit of food. Service was great, the person up front reviewed the whole menu with me. And great ambiance, good music and pretty quiet.

"Best thing I put in my mouth in 2020 except my gf"…read more I've gotten catering for two 4th of July parties from Bridgetown and people flip out / they are amazing! The space itself is a more casual dine in spot.

I loooove this place! It's so hard to find Haitian food in Los Angeles, let alone GOOD Hatian food…read moreand Island Flavors is definitely that spot. I've been here plenty of times now and love the staff as well as the party vibe ambiance especially when watching Haiti compete in the World Cup. I have ordered multiple dishes here and everything is delicious! I've had the Griot, Oxtail, Tasso Kabrit, Pate, Bannan Cups, Djon Djon Rice (black mushroom rice), Sweet Plantains, Bannan Peze (pressed plantains) and Passion fruit juice...basically the whole menu lol. Oh and can't forget my fave the pikliz!!! I haven't been to Haiti, but the owners are from there and brought their unique spices and flavors to Los Angeles. Whether I'm getting take-out or dining in, this food definitely hits the spot!

Glad to have found Haitian food in LA! I'm not an expert on it by any means, but married into a…read moreHaitian family, and we both were really pleased with the meal & service here. I got an oxtail plate, with djon djon & bannan peze. It also came with a little bit of salade russe (Haitian potato salad), pikliz, and sauce. The diri djon djon was so flavorful, definitely my favorite thing on the plate. The oxtail was seasoned well and pretty tender. The pikliz was good, pretty mild so I could enjoy it all. I tried some griot and thought it could have marinated longer. The portions felt very huge. The service here is really friendly and accommodating. The food came put after not too long of a wait and it was hot. The space is cool. It looks like an old diner. There's konpa playing in the background and games like Uno & Dominos available if you want to play. We also got two Haitian beef patties to go. They're legit! Came with pikliz and another sauce I never had before, it was green with a bit of spice and tang. The main downside is the location. It was fine in the daytime, but at night I wouldn't want to be alone as a woman here. That's just me though. Parking is metered on the street ($6/hr)

Amazing oxtail! The sauce is perfectly seasoned and the meat was so tender. The veggies actually…read morehad a great flavor. The rice and peas were spot on. We ate without looking up once! Ask for the scotch bonnet sauce. So yummy! This place is clean and nicely decorated and the service was welcoming and kind.

Came here for dinner this week, on our way to see Rosalía at the Inglewood Forum. Found it on Yelp…read more(thanks Yelp!). This area is not familiar to us at all, and we don't normally eat (for us) exotic cuisine. But, we were in the mood to try something new, so we stopped here. It's a colorful, cheerful little place. I think there are only like 4 tables. Apparently, it is mostly takeout. This became evident when our food was "served". We ordered a large two-meat plate and two large fried chicken plates. The two meats were "brown stew chicken" and curry goat. The meat is served in thick savory gravy/sauce. The "plates" are served with rice and fried plantains. The brown stew chicken was good. The curry goat was really good. Here's where the experience really veered sharply from our normal dining experience. The "plates" were served in takeout fold-over boxes with plastic forks. The meat itself was pretty much all adhered to bones. It was tender and delicious, but eating with our hands doesn't come naturally. So, I asked for a knife, and the sweet woman who takes the orders looked at me and said they don't have knives, and that we "just have to dig down into it". Indeed. She did give me a second plastic fork though, which I used. Nice workers. Authentic food. Huge portions. New experience which we all enjoyed.

The best Jamaican food in LA by far. I've tried most. They would be 5 STARS if they would fix their…read moresystem on ordering and picking up. Sometimes it's a lot. When I can't take it it's off to Hungry Joe's. The next best thing.

I get the Tev's hype. This food is SMACKIN'. 5/5 stars for the Jamaican food they serve on the…read moreweekends, but I'm sure they crush it any day of the week. I love jerk chicken, and Tev's has what might be the best jerk chicken I've ever had. It's not your typical fall-off-the-bone style. It's more like grilled chicken thighs, but they're incredibly tender and packed with smoky, sweet flavor. So good. And everything Tev's puts on your plate is top-notch. High-quality ingredients, great portions, and absolutely worth the price. The patio out back is great too. It has that big family backyard gathering kind of feel. Will I be back? Absolutely. My only complaint is that I don't live closer. I'd come every single week if I could!

I haven't seen or had Dominican food in 10 years so I was very excited to try this place when I saw…read moreit. Walking in is just how it was back home, there's a giant menu but also some of the famous stuff on display and ready to go. I ordered fried pork, fried chicken, tostones and the oxtail. It was all absolutely amazing. I don't always spend $50 for solo dinners but I couldn't pick just one item! I will definitely be back again with my family. If you are missing the Dominican food from back home, this place will not disappoint. If you've never had Dominican food, do yourself a favor and give this place a shot!

Ordered the Rabo guisado served with rice, y maduros and also ordered a bottle of Mexican coke,…read moretotal came out to about 43$ which I didn't mind paying for it. A big fan of island -Dominican food although it was overpriced compared to what you Can get it for on the east coast but what ever.. I went back to the counter to ask for hot sauce and the cashier told me it was a 1$ for hot sauce.. I said really? The owner, walked over very politely with a straight face and said we don't eat hot sauce on the island so it's going to cost 1$ What does one have anything to do with the other? I didn't understand her logic. I paused for a second and she said so would u like some hot sauce? It was some bottled generic hot sauce not even house made. I declined to order. The food was pre cooked , set in a steamer. Fast casual restaurant with a few tables Food was bland and subpar.

Freshly prepared and authentic. Attentive service and delightful tropical ambience. The owner…read morechecked on us to ensure our experience was going well. We gave her an enthusiastic THUMBS UP!

The food here was awesome! The drinks were loaded and the service was excellent!…read more We had the Lamb Chops with mash potatoes, the Oxtail with Jamaican rice, and a few cocktails that were delicious! The restaurant is upscale from the typical table and chairs...linen napkins, the dim lighting and the upscale vibe in this restaurant made for a comfortable experience! We enjoyed the food, cocktails and atmosphere! Just around the corner is where we parked in a parking garage that was reasonable considering we were I. Downtown Los Angeles. I would love to return to order other menu options!!

Fun little restaurant with sole Caribbean vibes. The owners are a couple who are not only kind and…read moreprofessional but also would make you feel welcome. The stuffed fish $85 and it's definitely worth it as the food is excellent. There are both indoor and outdoor sitting. I would honestly recommend this restaurant

Good food. We had the stew chicken plate, oxtails a la carte, beef empanada and sorrel…read more Everything tasted pretty good. I appreciate the owner walking us through the menu. She explained that the Panamanian style oxtails they serve are more sweet than savory. Portions were decent. Prices were pretty steep for me. $80 for everything including tip. Small restaurant with sit down tables available. Street metered parking available.

After craving Jamaican food for what feels like forever, I finally decided to search Yelp on my way…read morehome from working in LA and came across The Taste of the Caribbean in Long Beach - and wow, this hit the spot in a way I've been missing for too long. For context, I've always loved Jamaican food and even have family who make incredible, authentic dishes, but I haven't had anything close to that in a year. So my expectations? High. My craving? Even higher. I ordered the jerk chicken dinner with peas & rice and cabbage medley, and some plantains - to go. First off, the service was amazing. The woman who helped me was genuinely warm and welcoming, and you can tell she cares about what she's serving. When I ordered, she asked if I wanted the jerk sauce on the side and made sure I was okay with the spice level when I said no. That attention to detail matters. The food came out quickly (it was mid-afternoon and not busy), and everything stayed warm all the way home--which is always a win for takeout. Now let's talk about the food: The portion was generous, the flavors were on point, and everything tasted fresh. The jerk chicken had that perfect smoky, spicy kick - exactly what I was hoping for. The rice and peas and cabbage medley were a great balance to the heat, and the plantains were sweet and perfectly cooked. I did notice another review complaining about the spice level being too high... and honestly, I had to laugh a little. Have you had jerk chicken before? It's supposed to be spicy - that's the whole point. Personally, that comment is part of what made me choose this place, and it delivered. If you don't like spice, jerk might not be your thing - but I'm sure there are milder options if you ask. Bonus: they offer online ordering and delivery through Uber Eats and Postmates, which makes it even easier to get your fix. Overall, this place brought back the flavors I've been missing for so long. I'll absolutely be back - and probably sooner rather than later.

Meal prep for the week : curry chicken to go…read more Wow first time here and this is a culinary experienceeeee! Love the flavors Sorrel drink fireeeee Curry chicken fiireeee Roti fiireeee 10/10 coming back