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    Mama's Paradise Restaurant

    3.9 (139 reviews)
    ModerateCaribbean

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    Moderate noise
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    Good for kids

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    Jerk Chicken Dinner
    nazanin w.

    Found this little gem by accident. I was looking for a Jamaican restaurant on Pleasant Hill Road and then came across this. The food was amazing, bursting with flavors of the tropics and enough heat to make your nose run. We tried the jerk chicken, pork, and wings. It all came with a stir fried cabbage that was delicious and peas and rice with an incredible sauce poured on it. Of course a couple of plantains too. The service was great, the guy who helped us was so personable and gave recommendations and even had us try the hibiscus drink they make. You can tell a place is quality when everyone that comes in knows them. It looked like the local hangout. Prices are extremely reasonable and portions are huge. Can't wait to go back and try the goat curry!

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    Lily M.

    This spot is great for Jamaican food! I had several questions and the cashier man took the time to explain what the different foods and options were. Ordered: 1 small goat curry plate Substitute rice with cooked vegetables +$ 1 order of 6 fried plantains The curry was delicious, goat cooked til tender. Veggies cooked well and everything was delicious. Will return when I'm back in the area!

    Jerk Pork patty
    Tracy S.

    If you want great tasting home-cooked food, you've got to try this hidden gem. I asked what they would recommend and the lady taking my order gave great recommendations. I had the brown stewed chicken (lunch special size) and wow, was it good. I LOVED the steamed cabbage. The rice and peas (beans) were tasty. I had no problem eating this off the bone because the meat just fell off. I devoured my lunch. I had a jerk pork (I think) pastry pocket thing (patty). It was decent. The ends were a little plain because the filling was in the middle, but that happens when you get something hand made. It was just a tiny bit spicy in a very good way. I will try a different one next time. The homemade lemonade was very good. For the money, this place is impressive. It's a great value for the price.

    Jerk chicken, peas and rice, cabbage and plantains
    Amber C.

    I'm not sure if it's fair that I have a baseline for specialty restaurants. It's imperative to have these accompaniments before we can truly critique the rest. Mexican restaurants must have good salsa Burger joints must have good fries Jamaican restaurants must have good peas and rice. The peas and rice from Mama's were bland and unappetizing . I really enjoyed the jerk chicken but couldn't get past the peas and rice. Hubby rated his curry goat 3/5. Next time we're in greater Atlanta, we will try one of the many other Caribbean offerings.

    Blue Hawaiian
    Sabina M.

    Throwback Thursday nights. I had such an amazing time. Shouts out to the bartender and the DJ's that kept the night exciting with 90s vibed reggae, soca, hip hop, and house music. The kitchen was opened late for this special event night.

    Jerk Chicken Dinner Oxtail Large Dinner

    Food was amazing and staff really makes you feel like you are eating a home cooked meal from your mama

    New prices
    Rene D.

    Well we r staying at LA Quinta next door and saw this on Yelp so here we are!! I opted of course for the Oxtails!! And the Bf is curried goat today! Two Modelo's for the boy and an Island Mango drink for me. After my favorite ox tail lunch my drink was perfectly sweet to counteract the salt and spice ! I tried his goat and I'm not a fan of curry but THAT I could eat (some). It was spicier than mine. The hot sauce was on the table and it was a Jamaican kind. Sort of smells like tobasco but much more flavor...yummy on my rice. Well guess we will walk back home ( haha).

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    11 years ago

    I loved this place...their fried chicken combo was excellent. Would definitely recommend to friends.

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    not a lot of places in Atlanta we could find a good Caribbean food this is definitely one of the best. Thumbs up to the cook and Stevie

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    12 years ago

    Decent food, but easily 30-40% high for the portions ladled up. At these prices I expect great food and/or big plates...I got neither

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    My boyfriend and I absolutely love this place!! I can't go on a diet knowing this place is near my job lol!

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    10 years ago

    First time here, i'll be back! Jerk chicken was really good. I recommend the rice with peas also.

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