Lechonera &amp; Pollo Sabroso

Minority-owned & operated

Vegetarian friendly

Came back again (on a much busier night w a lot more people) & we all left beyond satisfied! The…read morefood was amazing as always & the service was great too! I just wish they had better restrooms. This time we ordered: Drinks: Piña Colada -- 8/10 Strawberry Basil Lemonade w Tequila -- 10/10 Sorrel Marg-- 7/10 Sweet but good Food: Crispy Cauliflower -- 10/10 Oxtails w rice & peas -- 100000/10 Coconut Salmon -- 10/10 Jerk Chicken Wings -- 7/10

This review is a little late, but I visited over the July 4th weekend and had a great experience…read more Even with a reservation, we waited briefly while the restaurant seated a party of six. The interior is cozy, with tables fairly close together, but they seemed to turn over quickly, so it was not an issue. The décor gave the restaurant a warm island vibe, and the music fit the atmosphere perfectly. The music was played at a comfortable level, so we did not have to shout across the table to hear one another. Once seated, we were promptly given water and menus. The service was great. Although I no longer remember our waitress's name, she was friendly and very attentive. She checked on us regularly and made sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed throughout our stay. As someone who grew up eating Jamaican food, I was a little skeptical, but this place far exceeded my expectations. I started with the codfish fritters, which tasted like home, except home does not serve them with such a delicious dipping sauce. I also had the Scandal Rum Punch, which was very good. For my entrée, I ordered the oxtail with rice and peas and vegetables. I was pleased that the oxtail was not overly fatty, and the meat fell right off the bone. I also really enjoyed the rice and peas. My only critique was that the oxtail had a little too much browning, but it did not overpower or negatively affect the flavor. They were also offering happy-hour specials on appetizers and drinks, which was a bonus. My company and I left happy and satisfied with full stomachs. I would definitely return to explore more of the menu.

6.3 mi•Midtown West, Theater District, Hell's Kitchen

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Front Entrance at Jasmine's Caribbean Cuisine

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Chef Basil Jones and Owner Jasmine Gerald

S'Aimer

4.6(81 reviews)

We were able to get a last-minute reservation at 7p on the Sunday before Memorial Day and entered…read morewhat was a pretty empty establishment. There were only 2 other parties seated and we were seated immediately upon arrival. It's fairly dark inside and the decor reminds me a bit of New Orleans. I enjoyed the ambiance. The drinks were great! I had the cocobella while he had margaritas. The table bread was hot and fresh, so make sure they bring it to the table for you. We had the mussels for an appetizer, lamb chops and bass. EVERYTHING was excellent! The flavor of the broth for the mussels was Devine, so much so my husband used his bread to sop up all he could. The bass had great flavor and came with sautéed spinach that was well cooked. It initially looked like a small portion but turned out to be plenty. The lamb chops were cooked to the requested temp and seasoned well. We left no crumbs. This one is definitely worth a try!

I came here to leave a review and am so distraught over learning that this place has closed! It was…read morehands down one of the best restaurant experiences I've ever had - from the service to the drinks and the food. I dined there back in March and to this day I rave about the dish I had. The owner was extremely accommodating, pleasant and friendly. I hope they reopen somewhere else! He told us that he had another restaurant close by, I'll have to try that one if I can figure out the name of it.

6.2 mi•Theater District, Midtown West

Greenery in The Garden at S'Aimer NYC

The Garden at S'Aimer NYC. A place for quiet conversation in the heart of Restaurant Row.

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Set up for private event at S'Aimer NYC.

Havana Central

3.9(3.3k reviews)

I've must of passed Havana Central so many times and never realized it was there I have to say,…read morecolor me impressed. Arriving for our reservation the place was packed. It's a loud and vibrant atmosphere. They have a pre-theater prefix menu which we decided on. Empanada app was 3 large empanadas and each one was flavored and yummy. Also opted for the guac and chips app just to have something a little lighter. Entrees are served with rice and beans. The pernil was excellent. Super tender and garlicky. The ropa vieja was also very good, with deep flavors. Dessert was the course that was disappointing, which was such a bummer after a great meal. The flan was definitely overcooked, so the texture was off. The cafe con keche was decent. The prefix is a great deal which included a drink and it was a lot of food All in all, Havana Central offers some wonderful Cuban flavors and a great choice for a pre-theater dinner. Bonus, if you are seeing Buena Vista Social Club, show your tickets and you get 15% off the bill.

The food was great! I got the maple glazed pork ribs, which was juicy and delicious! The ends of…read morethe ribs were crunchy too! The empanadas (beef and chilly cheesesteak) were great too! The fried pork appetizer was really dry. The sample plate was really good! The plantains were great. Plantain chips were very hard.

6.4 mi•Murray Hill, Midtown East

Interior of the restaurant

Lightly dusted, crispy Calamari

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Blackberry mojito

Jumieka Grand

4.4(54 reviews)

Absolutely loved my experience at this Jamaican restaurant! The oxtails were AMAZING--tender,…read moreflavorful, and seasoned perfectly. The portion was generous, and the food had that authentic Jamaican flavor I was hoping for. Everything was delicious, and the service was great too. I'll definitely be back! If you love Jamaican food, the oxtails are a must-try!

I wanted to support as many Black-owned businesses as I could during my short trip to New York, so…read moreI made a stop at Jumieka Grand. I arrived shortly after they opened at noon and seemed to hit the middle of the lunch rush. There was only one server working, but he did a great job keeping up with the crowd. He was friendly, attentive, and surprisingly quick despite being the only one on the floor. I ordered the curry corn and the Pasta Rasta with salmon, and both were flavorful and satisfying. I was really looking forward to trying the rum cake for dessert, but unfortunately they were sold out by the time I asked. Overall, a solid meal with great service, and I'd definitely come back, especially to finally try that rum cake.

Our upper level dining area

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Jamaican Rum Punch

Island Spice Grill

3.2(5 reviews)

6.5 mi•Midtown West

They always come through. If you're having an event, they are a great option for food truck…read morecatering. Food is delish at all price points and nice portions.

Was in the city during lunch looking for somewhere to eat and came across this truck. I tried the…read morelobster mac. It was delicious. The lobster was a fried lobster tail on a bed of macaroni pie. I enjoyed it. Pro tip add a bit of jerk sauce on it. Thank me later

6.2 mi•Theater District, Midtown West

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Margon

4.2(909 reviews)

Sometimes you don't need a fancy reservation... you just need a tiny spot, loud kitchen, and food…read morethat hits like a heavyweight champ. Walked into Margon Restaurant in Midtown and instantly felt like I found one of NYC's secret cheat codes. Small space, big flavors, zero nonsense. The kind of place where you're elbow-to-elbow with strangers but everyone's united by one thing... serious hunger. Ordered the Cuban sandwich -- pressed, crispy, loaded with roast pork, glazed ham, Swiss, pickles, and mustard. One bite in and I stopped talking... which never happens. This thing didn't just deliver... it showed up early and over-prepared. Then came La Bandera Dominicana Braised beef swimming in savory gravy, yellow rice piled like a mountain, black beans doing their thing, and sweet maduros sitting on top like the victory flag. Simple. Comforting. Dangerous... because now I want it every week. Place gets busy, gets loud, gets chaotic... but it moves like a well-oiled machine. Years of experience and zero attitude. Just good people making great food. In a neighborhood full of tourist traps, this hole-in-the-wall is throwing haymakers. Sometimes the best escape in NYC isn't a rooftop... It's a Cuban sandwich and a plastic tray. And honestly... I'd pick that every time. #nycfood #hiddennyc #midtowneats

The Food is pretty good overall. The beef stew falls apart nicely. The rice and beans are pretty…read moregood fillers too. Plantain is always good. My main complaint is that they are really stingy on portions. They always give 1 plantain and when I ask for more, the lady gives me a dirty look and says 1 is the limit. Took 1 star off since the meal is not filling enough for me, but I keep coming back because of the flavor.

People lining up to get their food

Maybe mold on corner piece of Flan. Something go me ill an hour later.

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Closeup of the Cuban Sandwich.

Peppas Jerk Chicken

3.3(53 reviews)

7.0 mi•Kips Bay

Got to-go from here and thought that it was okay. We got their BBQ jerk chicken and thought that it…read morewas a bit on the pricier side for jerk chicken. It was super saucy, definitely on the sweeter side, and heavy on rice. Not bad but there are other spots I prefer more.

The only jerk chicken spot I feel confident in in Manhattan is Simply Natural Grill, but that dude…read moreonly comes out in the Spring/Summer as he brings his grill out on the street and does God's work. I did my best to crowdsource a good jerk chicken rec from my Instagram story, and the overwhelming favorite was Peppa's Jerk Chicken. We took the bus up to 28th street, and arrived at what felt like the promised land for a jerk chicken plate: Bob Marley on a Jamaican flag, tin wall panels spray painted with scenery of the homeland, employees slightly rude with thick Jamaican accents, etc. We both got jerk chicken plates with rice & peas and plantains. I was beyond hopeful to have a new year round jerk chicken spot. However, my hopes were stabbed in the heart when I took one bite of the plantains. These were legitimately the worst plantains I've ever had. I couldn't even believe they served us these. The plastic fork couldn't even penetrate the surface of the fried banana, they must have been sitting for DAYS. I wish they just told us they were out of plantains. The jerk chicken and rice & peas were actually really good, but plantain-gate just left a bad taste in my mouth. IG @jnov_ Tiktok @jnov__

7.8 mi•Meatpacking District, Chelsea

Few seating inside

Small oxtail with pasta

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Exterior

Big Tings

4.0(131 reviews)

A sleeper hit nestled in Chelsea Market…read more The staff may have been a bit overwhelmed by the holiday crowd size, but they did manage to get our order in a timely fashion. We ordered a jerk chicken burrito and a chicken patty and honestly, for something tucked in tourist central, it was pretty delicious. Both the burrito and the chicken patty had a slow burn on the palate. A gentle heat throughout, but not too much to make you weep. They were both also ridiculously hot and steamy, so maybe give the items a minute or 2 to cool down. The patty itself had a very tender crust and plenty of filling. But the filling was a bit looser than I am used to and the crust could've been a touch sturdier. The jerk burrito was our standout. You get the jerk seasoning, the rice and peas, and the pineapple slaw in one bite, a burst of flavors. For its price too, a decently sized burrito would be a good lunch for one person. We opted to split and were satisfied. Seating is limited to shared tables near the counter or bar stools. But still, well worth a visit if you're looking for a flavor bomb in Chelsea Market!

Jerk chicken had a ton of flavor and worked well with the rice and pineapple slaw. A real treat to…read morehave inside chelsea market and not on the main walkway area so definitely work going out of your way to find it. I will definitely be returning to try more.

6.2 mi•Theater District, Midtown West

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Chelsea Market

Irie Jerk

1.0(1 review)

Every time I go there the chicken is NEVER ready and the supposed Times Square location is null and…read morevoid

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Mauro B.

124

7 years ago

The Rotisserie chicken is soo smooth!!! If you know about cooking ; you'll know they slow cook it, and don't rush the process . To the owner : keep buying the same chicken from the same place and keep the same "receta". I just left the place with two chickens and it was the smoothest I have ever had in all Bronx. Small hidden gem off 3rd ave, the drive is worth the food . Very nice and friendly staff . I verbally said my order in Spanish (although I have an accent) they did not make me feel uncomfortable when ordering, which proves, as a client , that they want you to be comfortable. All 5 stars earned in my book. Keep it up! read more

Tom M.

125

7 years ago

It's a great place , however when it's delivery no matter rain , snow , or even sunny days I'm waiting an hour or more . And I don't live far from the place ! read more

Tia T.

5 years ago

I like this place, I work up the block and order on lunch. The steak sandwich or the steak and onions is so good. I promise you will not be dissatisfied read more

Negrita M.

11 years ago

I ordered food from here 2 hours ago. Still nothing and it's literally a 3 minute drive and a 5 minute walk from my house.

Lola L.

8 years ago

Service is good. Food is good. Delivery is a lil slow. But thats because the food is good. read more

Tanya R.

13 years ago

Food is good and that's just about it!

Rican P.

327

14 years ago

Best Latin restaurant on third Ave.

Luis F.

12 years ago

Sucks!!!!

Lechonera & Pollo Sabroso - caribbean - Updated September 2026

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