Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Lil Red’s Takeout and Catering

    4.4 (311 reviews)
    Closed • Closed
    Updated 1 month ago

    Order Lil Red’s Takeout and Catering Takeout or Delivery

    Lil Red’s Takeout and Catering Photos

    Business Info

    LIL RED’S TAKEOUT AND CATERING ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

    You might also consider

    More like Lil Red’s Takeout and Catering

    Recommended Reviews - Lil Red’s Takeout and Catering

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    jerk Chicken Dinner
    Wendy K.

    Been wanting to check out Lil Red's for awhile dad and I stopped by this past Saturday after heading home from a visit to a gallery near Beacon Hill. Definitely want to come back cause had a hard time deciding what to get. We got the Jerk Chicken plate with greens and macaroni and cheese sides, and 1/4 pound of the burnt ends. I do remember people saying great thing ls about the burnt ends and the were spot on they were tender, chef lets you sauce them up there is a regular and spicy. Jerk chicken was tender and nice spices. I liked the texture and flavor of the greens, not usually a mac and cheese person but this was nice as well. A few seats inside, we found street parking easily. Nothing fancy space wise but welcoming and supportive of the community Service was friendly and helpful. Definitely will be back to try more of the menu like the oxtail.

    Leonard Jack ..

    After seeing this place on some of the Seattle top ten lists, I decided to try it. I was not disappointed, as it felt as if I left Seattle and entered into another region of the country. The cultural feeling was a great start. They have a large menu with many great choices. I ordered the hotlink sandwich, a side of collard greens, and the lb of ox tails. Everything beat expectations. The food was incredible and I will be back for more menu items, The massage chair on location adds to the enjoyment. And as a last recommendation, you must try the kool-aid, it really completes the meal. The staff was very friendly and explained the menu and recommendations for what you'd like,

    Burnt ends, bbq pork, Jerk chicken leg, Garlic Mashed Potato, Greens
    Jinny C.

    Came in for takeout and had a wonderful experience. The staff was friendly and helpful in explaining the menu, and service was fairly quick for how much food we ordered. We got the jerk chicken thigh, burnt ends, and bbq pork. Our favorite was the burnt ends and jerk chicken. The pork was a bit dry. We also ordered the greens and garlic mashed potato, which were both really good. They have two sauce options, one bbq and one that's more smoky and hot. Definitely should try both of them. The shop is small with just a few counter seats inside as it's mainly a takeaway spot. They do have a table outside as well. There are a couple parking spots in front and also street parking.

    Shrimp & Grits
    Zoë L.

    Lil Red's Shrimp and Grits are so insanely good that you'll want to drive back 30 minutes later and get another serving. Wonderful people, wonderful food. Great music too!!

    Takeout Plates
    Jacques I.

    Lil Red's Takeout and Catering is one of the best spots for Jamaican BBQ and classic sides with a southern twist and housemade ginger beer! Located off of Rainier Avenue, it's a takeout spot only, with limited parking, but it's worth seeking. I've had Lil Red's a few times and the food is always delicious. Every time I get the Jamaican chicken, my mouth is on fire from the sauce because the heat is for real. In a good way. The chicken is tender and flavorful and the sauce just brings that oomph. Brisket is also a good choice, with its tender and smoky flavor. I mean, really, you cannot go wrong here. Sides that I love are the mac and cheese and collard greens and plantains. But whatever you get here, do not leave without the housemade ginger beer! This is the best ginger beer I've ever had with its heavy ginger flavor. Get a large over the regular size and you won't regret it. There are tables outside of the small takeout shop, but there's only four of them. There have been times I've been here on sunny days where the tables are all taken up, but most times, people are here to get takeout and are just waiting around. Plus, you can bring your dog here! Staff are friendly and the food comes out fast. I gotta try more of the large menu, like the oxtails that sell out and the catfish. See ya there!

    Pound cake
    Edwards C.

    Moldy pound cake? Cornbread was trash. No flavor. Beef patties are just okay. Chicken is dry.

    Jerk chicken and Mac n Cheese.
    Tifanny B.

    After awhile, I finally made my return to Lil Red's. Last time I was here I got the Jamaican beef patties. This time I got the jerk chicken and mac n cheese for lunch while I was getting my hair done in the hair shop on the second floor. I have to admit I prefer the beef patties but the jerk chicken was still good. I got lunch and end up having left overs that I threw in the air fryer when I got home. I want to treat myself to Lil Red's this upcoming week for lunch again. I am happy it is only a short walk from my apartment!

    Lillian S.

    Mac n cheese and garlic potatoes 10/10 Brisket 10/10 Rib tips 7/10 Jerk chicken 4/10 I would 100% come back again

    Whole Snapper, Rice and Peas, Plantains, Cornbread!
    Roubens P.

    10/10 Experience! Coming from the South, I've got high standards when it comes to food and this spot in Seattle absolutely delivered! The flavors were on point, easily some of the best food I've had since arriving here. While waiting, I had a great conversation with Red, super friendly, welcoming, and made the experience even better. The staff overall was warm and inviting. I'll definitely be back a few more times before I leave town. Highly recommend!

    Jerk boneless Chicken Meal with Greens and Yams + Cornbread
    Kathy N.

    I've had Lil Red's before at a catered event but this was my first time going in person. Keep in mind there's only like 3 parking spots but there's some street parking nearby -I ordered the jerk boneless chicken plate with greens and yams ($20). It came with cornbread. My bf got the pulled pork sandwich ($18) which came with 1 side, and he chose Mac n cheese. The food was delicious! Nice, big servings. Chicken was tender, not dry, and went well with the greens and yams. I only had a bite of the pulled pork sandwich but it looked like the bread was homemade maybe? The Mac n cheese was also great. My bf took a bite and immediately said "whoo that's some good Mac n cheese!' -Service was very kind. When we walked in, there were 2 people who had handheld payment systems and they walk up to you to take your order, rather than you going to a cash register. The young girl we had explained the menu to us and was very sociable and approachable. Service was pretty slow though. We waited I think 15-25 min to get our orders. When I walked up to the window to pick up my order, the man who prepared the order was similarly very kind and made a little small talk. -Even though it has "takeout" in the name, there is seating inside and outside. -Originally, I wanted brisket but by the time we got there between 3-4pm, they were already out, so show up early for that I guess

    Ribs and Mac & Cheese!!!
    Shelby W.

    A co-worker took me here for his going away lunch. I got the ribs and mac and cheese. I would give the ribs a 4 out of 5. They were tender, juicy and meaty. But the Mac & Cheese was a 10 out of 5. Yes you heard me right a 10 out of 5. This was the best Mac & Cheese I've ever had in my life and I've had my fair share. I wish I could make a big batch of this for myself at home. This place isn't cheap but if the food is good it's all good to me. I will definitely be back. I plan on bringing my dad next time. So I can see the look on his face when he tries this Mac & Cheese!

    Kaidi G.

    I have heard of so many great things about Lil Red's but my first try of the amazing food here was from a corporate event at PitchBook, where Lil Red's catered for us. Lunch was absolutely delicious! I tried the BBQ chicken and jerk pork, both of which were really good. The meat was tender and flavorful, and had the perfect combination of savory and sweetness. My personal take on the jerk pork is that a combination of the fatty and lean part tastes the best because it's even juicer and has just the right amount of fat. A splash of BBQ sauce elevates the flavor profile, but even without the sauce, both types of meat taste great. Rice & peas was a highlight that I particularly appreciated. The kidney beans make rice that much more flavorful.

    I've eaten a lot of bbq in my life, but this. THIS. Is the best BBQ I've ever had. Immediately you feel like you've been invited to a family cook out in heaven. Ribs were fall off the BONE! Jerk and bbq sauce -- as much as you want! Everything was a VIBE! Service made you feel like family. Thanks Red for a good time and a good eat! Make sure you stop by Jackie's pop-up for some banana pudding and some delicious lemonade.

    Menu

    See all

    24 days ago

    The BEST jerk chicken and Mac and cheese I have ever had. I appreciate the service, thank you so much!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Mike L.
    503
    821
    2123

    3 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 2
    Love this 2
    Oh no 1
    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    3 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Josh M.
    114
    40
    0

    2 months ago

    Best bbq in Seattle hands down. They're really doing something special here. Just wish they'd open another location a little closer to me.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 2
    Love this 2
    Oh no 1

    1 year ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1

    10 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Kaidi G.
    192
    26
    124

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Perhaps the best in the city. The jerk chicken is awesome and the staff is top notch.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    2 years ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 1
    Love this 2
    Oh no 1

    3 years ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 3
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Bea R.
    1
    20
    22

    2 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 2
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 2
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 2
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of CJ H.
    57
    7
    18

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Mikel M.
    13
    23
    44

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Ioan S.
    0
    19
    25

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 1
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 8

    Lil Red’s Takeout and Catering Reviews in Other Languages

    Ask the Community - Lil Red’s Takeout and Catering

    You might also consider

    Verify this business for free

    People searched for Caribbean 1,645 times last month within 15 miles of this business.

    Verify this business

    Taste of the Caribbean - Jamaican patty, $5 - 5 Stars

    Taste of the Caribbean

    4.3(360 reviews)
    3.1 mi•Central District
    •$$

    Omg! I came in for the first time with a taste for jamaican spices. Coming from UW, crossing the…read moreMontlake bridge at rush hour was absolutely worth it! I ordered the Jerk Wings which were TENDER and Fallin off the bone!! YOU ABSOLUTELY WILL NEED A FORK! The spices were delicious and the food taste like the cook actually cared about the preparation. Clean, cooked well and evenly seasoned. I also got a Sorrel and Rum.... annnnd although $23 was STEEP for a drink... I only needed one. I also ordered the fried whole Tilapia with brown stew on the side ... Goshhh I love fried fish but it's sooo hard to get a seasoned fried fish! This place did not disappoint!! Sooo flaky and crusty and soft and yummy ! I wish I could just drink their sauce bar!

    Taste of the Caribbean is a black- and woman- owned Jamaican restaurant in the Central District…read more (The Central District rocks as a source for minority owned ethnic foods.) Walking in, the layout suggests they are also a party/mini-concert/event space. Service is casual; we were told to sit anywhere. I should have boogied my way to the table. We happily browsed through the menu looking at the many choices, some very unfamiliar. Everything looks so good, and prices are reasonable. We need to return and be more adventurous next time. Our server was helpful, guiding portion size and optional sides. The Food: Jerk Chicken plate, add steamed veggie, $20 + $2 - 5 Stars True to the jerk seasoning, theirs is spicy, as it should be. I find it annoying when jerk seasoning isn't spicy enough. The seasoning tastes even spicier when I drink water, and the heat spreads. So good! I was also happy they use boned chicken, which is more flavorful. I asked about veggies, that is $2 extra. Oxtails plate, add rice & peas, $24 + $1 - 5 Stars With beefy stock, these oxtail pieces are well-seasoned and paired well with root vegetables. A small salad and the rice & peas are a good match to the oxtail. I enjoy seeing oxtails used in different recipes. Jamaican patty, $5 - 5 Stars These beef meat pies are freshly baked and arrived at our table smoking hot. We were happy that we ordered two, so we wouldn't have to share. Haha. Very delicious. Plantains, $8 - 5 Stars From the appetizers portion of the menu, these are perfectly fried, caramelized, with minimal blackened carcinogens. This plate was a particularly good batch.

    Photos
    Taste of the Caribbean
    Taste of the Caribbean - Oxtails plate, add rice & peas, $24 + $1 - 5 Stars

    Oxtails plate, add rice & peas, $24 + $1 - 5 Stars

    Taste of the Caribbean

    See all

    Pam's Caribbean Kitchen - Goat curry

    Pam's Caribbean Kitchen

    4.3(601 reviews)
    7.0 mi•Wallingford
    •$$

    $25 all you can eat Caribbean goodness?!!!!! And it's constantly rotating.... The best thing I…read moreheard in my life and it was completely worth it. Juicy jerk chicken, soft rice and delicious cabbage..... everything was so flavorful and I couldn't put my fork down. The owner was very sweet and accommodating! I appreciate her service and her food! There was reggaeton playing which really sealed the vibes. 10/10 would come again!

    We finally made our first visit to Pam's Kitchen after years of meaning to go - and it did not…read moredisappoint. When we arrived, there were a few tables occupied, and we were invited to seat ourselves. We chose a cozy booth near the kitchen. One thing to note: there are no physical menus; instead, you order and pay using QR codes at the table. We started with the aloo pies and, of course, couldn't pass up the jerk chicken. Everything arrived at once rather than in courses, but it didn't take away from the experience. Every dish was packed with flavor. The aloo pies had a taste reminiscent of samosas :: crispy on the outside with a warmly spiced filling :: and were served with a tangy chutney that complemented them perfectly. The jerk chicken was the standout. Tender, juicy, and beautifully seasoned with warm, balanced spices :: it was easily the highlight of the meal. It came with rice and peas (beans), which were some of the best we've had, along with a simple green salad that surprised us with its freshness and bright citrus vinaigrette. We also had the pleasure of chatting with Pam, who was just as warm and welcoming as the food she prepares. She mentioned that they often have live music on weekends, which sounds like a great reason to return. I also noticed they offer an all-you-can-eat buffet on Wednesdays, and after this experience, I'm especially excited to come back and try more of the menu. If everything else is as good as what we had, we're already sold. Oh! I almost forgot :: my husband ordered a wonderful drink, the Trinidad Smash. One sip transported us to vacation mode, instantly! So good!

    Photos
    Pam's Caribbean Kitchen - Inside

    Inside

    Pam's Caribbean Kitchen - Jerk ribs plate

    Jerk ribs plate

    Pam's Caribbean Kitchen - Sorrel

    See all

    Sorrel

    Paseo - Carribean Roast

    Paseo

    4.4(5.7k reviews)
    7.1 mi•Fremont
    •$$

    Paseo is my happy place. The grilled chicken thighs are perfectly seasoned -- juicy,…read morecrispy-skinned, and loaded into a toasted baguette with all those incredible toppings. Pair it with a strawberry margarita and you've got yourself the perfect meal. The staff here are the real deal -- friendly, fast, and genuinely passionate about what they serve. The line moves quickly and the food is always worth the wait. If you haven't been, you're missing out. Paseo is a Seattle treasure.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

    I used to love Paseo and I've been going there for over 20 years but the service has really gone…read moredownhill because of bad experiences with Gisela. I received a promo for $5 off so I tried to use it the previous time, but she didn't know how to apply it. Then another time when I order The Caribbean Plato with pulled roasted pork, when I got home, I discovered the wrong type of meat (grilled pork instead of pulled pork). For these reasons, I didn't go back for a long time. Today, I went again to get take out for my visitors. I called in the order so I didn't have to wait, but Gisela didn't understand my order and kept getting it wrong. I ordered 3 Caribbean Plato with pulled pork, and 1 Caribbean Plato with chicken thigh, but she kept repeating the wrong order back to me (2 pork, instead of 3, wrong type of meat, etc), so I tried it again and again, still no comprendo. I got frustrated and told her that I would just come in person to order. I was in a hurry, but I had no choice. When I got there, I ordered the same thing, but this time, I gestured the type of pork I wanted, using my hands to show pulled and tried to explain that I wanted the shredded kind, not the solid kind). Someone was with me so he heard my order in plain English. As I was waiting for my order, I decided to ask her once more just to be sure that it wasn't the grilled pork bc she made that mistake last time. Then she said my meat was grilling now. I was alarmed since they don't get the pulled pork from the grill. I told her that I wanted PULLED ROASTED PORK, not the solid grilled patty kind. She said something in Spanish to the guy who was putting my order together and he showed me a sample of the pulled pork so I said "YES" that's the one I want. She said they were already cooking the grilled pork. When I told her that she was giving me the wrong order, she said "it's too late". I was so upset so I said, "why is it so hard to understand my order?" Pulled pork is pulled pork, not grilled pork. I never even mentioned the word "grilled". A guy came out from the kitchen so I explained myself and he said what I want is the pulled roasted pork and I said, "that's what I ordered". She tried to explain something to him in Spanish, but he told her to just give me the pulled pork and I was on my way. She just ruined my day, and I could feel my blood pressure rising. I don't think I will ever return again. It's too hard to explain the right kind of meat to Gisela. Dining out and getting take out should be a pleasant experience, not a stressful one.

    Photos
    Paseo
    Paseo - Carribean Roast Sandwich

    Carribean Roast Sandwich

    Paseo - Double!

    See all

    Double!

    Jerk Shack Kitchen - Grilled fish platter

    Jerk Shack Kitchen

    4.0(85 reviews)
    3.3 mi•Central District

    Pretty good! Shrimp in the shrimp sandwich was perfectly cooked and well seasoned. There was the…read moreoption to fry or grill the shrimp and I chose grill. Fries were a little dry, meaning it was probably over fried a bit, but it was well seasoned and went well with the white sauce the food came with. Mac n cheese was well seasoned but not very cheesy, so it was good but wouldn't say it was stellar. Soft shell crab was average. Prices were a little high for what you get, but apparently 20% gratuity is automatically applied and is reflected in the menu prices, according to small text on their menu. Service was very nice though a little slow because only 1 person was working at the time. There is general outdoor seating in the courtyard.

    I was really excited to try Jerk Shack after hearing great things. On a previous visit to the area,…read morewe could smell the food and it smelled amazing, which made us even more excited to come back and try it. Unfortunately, we weren't able to eat here this time. We arrived around 10:55am and waited until about 11:25- 11:30, but the restaurant still hadn't opened. I understand things can happen, but I do hope the posted hours are accurate on a daily basis since we planned our visit around them. That said, based on how great everything smelled, I'd definitely be willing to give it another try next time we're in the area.

    Photos
    Jerk Shack Kitchen - Dining area

    Dining area

    Jerk Shack Kitchen - Soft Shelled Crab Sandwich ($22)

    Soft Shelled Crab Sandwich ($22)

    Jerk Shack Kitchen - Order window

    See all

    Order window

    Lil Red’s Takeout and Catering - caribbean - Updated September 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...