Always a reliable spot when you are craving some oxtail, rice with peas and beef patties. The flavor is amazing, savory with a mini kick, it perfectly seasons the tender oxtails to perfection. They are not cheap with the quantity either, you get a lot of oxtails! Their beef patties were a bit off today but still above average. If you are craving some Jamaican oxtails, look no further, this is the place to eat. Deliciousness: Friendliness: Cleanliness: read more

Melting Pot Cuisine - Beef patties! - Caribbean Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Friendly service at this family-operated spot. Service can be slow (45 mins between arriving and leaving with takeout of items already in the warming trays), so factor that in if visiting. Gave it a couple tries at different times of day over different months, and unfortunately the food didn't stand up consistently to other spots. Cabbage was great. Boiled dumplings were ok. The kingfish wasn't edible whatsoever, all had to be thrown away, was one of the worst things gotten in years. Went back in the hopes a different time of day and different selected items would be better. Ackee and salt fish was too oily. Fried dumplings were tough. Coco bread (and the patties?) are Golden Krust. Politely mentioned the poor previous visit, and they didn't really have anything to say nor offer anything to compensate for the $20 inedible meal. The second meal was better than the first and glad I gave them another try, but wouldn't be able to recommend to anyone. read more

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I ordered the Oxtail -peas-and-rice which was everything I needed to make it through the day. The service was great and the food even better! No photos because it was already gone, by the time I remembered to take a photo! read more

They nailed every aspect of the dining experience. Each dining experience leaves me better off. The taste profiles are well developed! The employees display friendliness, warmth, welcoming behavior, and professionalism. HONESTLY MAGNIFICENT. read more

I've been coming for years love their food I can't say I've ever had a bad meal lol My favorite is the oxtails jerk chicken and chicken roti. I'm greedy so I'm pretty sure I've tried 85% of the menu. read more

I've been here a few times now and every meal has been incredible. Best rasta pasta in queens with a nice view of Vernon blvd and the Roosevelt island bridge. Woman behind the counter was very warm and welcoming. read more

Order food to go for lunch everything was well seasoned and delicious. True taste of the Caribbean. Stop by for true taste read more

Melting Pot Cuisine - Ox tails and curry goat. - Caribbean Near Me - Astoria, New York

Food was really good! Everything was well seasoned. I literally could eat the rice and beans alone with the veggies. They have outdoor and indoor seating. I'm glad I got to experience the outdoor seating on a warm summer day. Parking is a little rough but I heard it's easier to find parks on the weekend. Robert was amazing and hospitable. read more

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I recently ordered take out from the Melting Pot web page, but when I got there, I found out that one of the items I ordered was not available. When I asked for my money back in cash, I got a long boring story about why they could not. They did not try to make me whole and left a bad taste in my mouth and I will never return; especially since what I got wasn't that good anyway. read more

It seemed a popular local restaurant. We were visiting from another state, and arrived after 8pm. There was one patron before us, and two more after us. For late dinner, we could choose large or medium box of four different entrees. Jerk chicken brown stew was our best choice. Jerk chicken was special and delicious itself, but we did not like the sauce on it. Chicken curry was very tasty. Oxtail was cooked thoughtfully and in a strong sauce. There were about 20+ seats inside. read more

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Clean- 10 Custom services-10 Food taste- 10+ Parking - street Atmosphere- cozy Price- $5 - 20 Me and my boyfriend ate here for the 1st time is was really good. I had the curry goat and he had the Jerk chicken. The lady in the front was very nice compared to other Jamaican restaurants I've been to. One thing I liked is that you can see the different type of food they offer. Great place read more

Food is cooked to perfection every time and Ms Karon is so nice. The sorrel and lemonade are also very good.

Jerk Chicken, Rice and Peas, cabbage and plantains (I ate the plantains first) well flavored The rice really taste so good I could eat it alone and the jerk chicken yummy, the cabbage was cooked to perfection not soggy. I really took too long to visit and support but once I did it was well worth it. I'll definitely be back. Oh and the homemade sorel and pineapple ginger drink definitely needs to be bottled love every minute of it I need the saline versions of both, cannot get enough. Thank you read more

Melting Pot Cuisine - Jerk Chicken, Rice and Peas, cabbage and plantains (I ate the plantains first) - Caribbean Near Me - Astoria, New York

Food was good. I had the steam snapper fish. When I called, I was skeptical and the guy on the phone said trust me you're gonna love it. The food was so good. I nearly chewed up my tongue lol read more

Amazing food and service, oxtail and the plantains were very good. The lady working was very nice.

Ordered take out. Service was excellent because the food was delivered early, hot and well packaged. Got the jerk chicken and oxtail dinner. The oxtails were well flavored. I prefer mine w a bit more juice but they were not dinged for it. Peas and rice and plantains well made and flavor pad was the cabbage. The jerk chicken had gold but not great flavor but it was on the dry side. Like it was over cooked possibly. But I would give them another try to make it up because it wasn't terrible. The portion sizes are great too. Every ting was irie. read more

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I revisit for the first time in years and I must say the food is the same if not better! I love Melting Pot! along with the nostalgia and overall feel of the beautiful country, Jamaica. they make you feel like home and the food is absolutely delicious. I always have the Oxtail, rice and peas. my friend had the curry chicken roti. just amazing food and a calm relaxin environment. I will be back soon! read more

I always passed by melting pot when taking the 103 bus and today I decided to try it out after my Costco trip . Ordered ahead and it was ready a few minutes after getting there . Staff were super nice have us bags for our Costco stuff so we wouldn't have to carry them . It was me and my boyfriends first time here and him knowing Jamaican food said it was the best he has ever had. We ordered the medium oxtail meal two Jamaican patties one chicken one beef , two coco breads , 2 pc fried chicken and of course a side order of mac & cheese . Everything was great. The fried chicken not greasy which is a plus The medium oxtail meal came with veggies rice and peas and a plantain it was very good and hit the spot The beef and chicken patties with coco bread was what my boyfriend craved and he said it's his new favorite spot Mac and cheese we waited a bit longer for but was with the wait We will coming back soon and felt very welcomed by the staff read more

Always satisfied here. Flavors, portions, options. It's everything you want. I can always recommend the oxtail. The jerk chicken is what you want. Fried chicken is great. Cabbage is also a yes. Rice was saved for breakfast. So much I couldn't finish. Amazing. Plantains...wish I had more. I'll always give this place 5 stars. Keron is a gem. Have a conversation with her. And then give this place all your money. Seriously, try everything. If you have a family, treat them. If you have a bunch of friends, order this to the kiki. read more

Melting Pot Cuisine - Oxtail - Caribbean Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Popped in on my way to Roosevelt Island and so glad I did! The food was so delicious and the servings are heaping. I ordered jerk chicken with rice and peas. It came with cabbage and plantains. Everything was so savory and satiating. Thank you Melting Pot for this authentic dish. I could taste the love!! read more

It's been forever since I've had some great Jamaican food! I hopped off my plane today and I made sure this was the first place I came to! The curry goat was fresh off the stove, and seasoned perfectly. Not salty at all as I ate it with the rice. This is definitely a go to spot I'd recommend to anyone wanting to try Jamaican food, or is looking to satisfy a craving. Make sure you get a Ting or Ginger Beer too to wash it down. read more

Melting Pot Cuisine - Goat Curry, Ginger Beer, Single Fried Dumpling - Caribbean Near Me - Astoria, New York

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I got the oxtail and jerk chicken combo with steamed vegetables, plantains and rice with beans. The oxtail melted in your mouth and the jerk chicken had great seasoning. I would highly recommend this place. I plan on trying the fish and the goat next time I'm in the area. read more

Jerk chicken was dried out and appeared to be reheated from the day before. Curry goat was tasty and delicious.

Very disappointed with the food today, first time ordering in a month. It's usually pretty good but the rice was soggy, barely gave use any jerk chicken. I ordered a goat roti and received a pain with bones and gravy. Where the meat? I won't be ordering from here again!! read more

I literally just stepped off a plain from the Caribbean and needed a dinner to help me feel like I'm still on the beach. I speak from the heart, the food on the island i just came from can't touch the quality of this spot! Jerk chicken is a 10! Take a look at what's left on the plate! read more

Melting Pot Cuisine - Jerk Chicken from Melting pot. - Caribbean Near Me - Astoria, New York

So...first time. Large oxtails, rice and peas, cabbage, beef patty, coco bread. Delivery took 2 hours. Coco bread- meh. 1st time and last time. Beef patty-still frozen in the middle. imagine my confusion. Oxtails- hot, pretty good, but would've been tender had they simmered ,idk, 2 more hours. Cabbage- it's cool. Rice and peas-salt city. I AM SICK OF WASTING MONEY ON SUBPAR FOOD. Would I order again? Nah. $30 for this? EL-OH-EL. Gonna check out some places in Harlem or manhattan. read more

Melting Pot Cuisine - Caribbean Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Let Ms. Michelle guide you on a delicious mealtime journey with jerk chicken, sides, salad, and a drink. Everything was delicious, fresh, flavorful, and obviously made with love. Absolutely worth multiple visits to explore the menu thoroughly. read more

I order from them faithfully bc they're black owned but it's always disappointing. Either the soup is extra pepper, the saltfish is too salty, they don't follow the instructions (and my instructions are the same each time bc it's recurring), barely give you any ackee and it really pisses me off. I have to call every time for them to fix it. Just ordered breakfast and i have a pan of dumplings with no ackee. I'm so hungry and upset. For 20.00 a pop, I'm not supporting them anymore. I've had it. Time to find a new business, to support. read more

Melting Pot Cuisine - Caribbean Near Me - Astoria, New York

I finally made it back for lunch. Their space is very big, clean (with dark sleek wooden chairs and tables), and well lit with lots of windows and a view of the Roosevelt Island bridge. It seems like they have a good take-out business, a lot of the workers were sitting around watching futbol, and they seem to know the locals and Con Ed workers. I got the oxtail and it was as good as I expected. They only have the oxtail in a medium ($10.50) or large size. The medium came with sauteed cabbage, carrots, and strings of collards, 2 plantains, rice & red beans, and about 5 pieces of oxtail. I asked for light on the sauce. What a great lunch! with a little bit of leftovers. They have a new breakfast special, beef patties, and a few cakes in their fridge as well. read more

For lunch a medium oxtail with rice and peas and a tamarind Juice for $28 is reason enough to not come back to this place. The oxtail was average and the portion was on the small side. Tamarind juice was the stand out here and priced about right for $5. read more

Really good Jamaican food nice and tasty I live up the block from it and me and my boyfriend go here all the time. Really nice good home cooked Jamaican food read more

I would like to give this place 6 stars, but parking around here is horrible during the day. The oxtail was beautifully seasoned and cooked to perfection, as well as the rice and peas. The space is nice and open, and staff very friendly. Definitely a hidden gem. read more

This Rasta Pasta has blessed me! I am sitting here ordering it again within a weeks time! So much flavor! So glad I live down the block from this gem! Rasta Pasta read more

I was suuuupppperr hype when I found a Jamaican restaurant in Astoria..it's a 3 minute drive from my house but i was feeling lazy so I decide to order on seamless and have it delivered. I was very specific in what I ordered..leaving comments under "specific instructions". I have been craving Jamaican fried chicken so I decided to order it. I specifically asked for white meat and guess what I got everyone...dark meat :/ I was very disappointed but I still decided to try it anyway. mistake on my part..the chicken was bland, salty and soggy( I was looking for crispy chicken. I've visited other Jamaican establishment where the chicken is crispy and flavorful. The melting pot definitely dropped the ball on this one. Also the menu isn't clear as to what you get with you meal. I wasn't sure the large fried chicken came with rice because it didn't specify so I ordered a separate order of rice so now I have 2 things of rice that I will not be eating . I also order the macaroni and cheese to try but that is also bland. It has a thick layer of hard yellow cheese on top and I'm scared to eat it lol. I'm not trying to bash this place. I was just expecting better food. I'm Jamaican so I know what it's supposed to taste like. I'll definitely give the restaurant another shot. Hopefully it's better..stay tuned! read more

Melting Pot Cuisine - I wanted white meat but got this. The chicken is extremely slaty. Everything is going in the trash. I'll give them another try - Caribbean Near Me - Astoria, New York

The best Jamaican restaurant in the area. Oxtails and stew chicken are my favorite. Food is always on point. This is my go to restaurant for Jamaican food. Love it read more

Jerk chicken (quarter) was pretty good - well-seasoned, juicy, easy to pull off the bones. Not very spicy without adding the jerk sauce on the side. My wife enjoyed the curry chicken too. Patties (one beef, one curry chicken) were bit dry and short of filling and flavor. It hit the spot for grabbing quick Jamaican food without venturing to Brooklyn, the Bronx, or the far edge of Queens from Long Island City. But not the best we've had by far read more

Melting Pot Cuisine - Curry chicken (quarter / small size plate) with cabbage, rice and peas, plantain. - Caribbean Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Excellent oxtail stew with rice and peas. Meat falls off the bone and delicious. You will not be disappointed!! read more

This spot is amazing! I've been craving oxtail for years. The oxtail was full of flavor, and the meat fell off the bone. The delivery person was kind as well! Would definitely reorder from this establishment again. read more

Melting Pot Cuisine - Oxtail with salad, rice, beans, and plantains. - Caribbean Near Me - Astoria, New York

Ordered delivery, which came pretty quickly. The curry chicken roti and codfish fritters were flavorful and just what I craved. read more

Melting Pot Cuisine - Chicken Roti - Caribbean Near Me - Astoria, New York

I've about had it with Melting Pot. I just waited for two solid hours for a medium oxtail, 6 plantains, and 2 fried dumplings. There is absolutely no excuse that warrants a 2 HOUR wait time for already cooked food. I've supported the business thru it's inconsistencies but this is the last straw. Dear Melting Pot, As the only Jamaican food restaurant in the neighborhood you have the opportunity to represent the West Indian cuisine and culture in LIC/Astoria. Please keep that in mind and Do better! There are way too many options on these delivery apps for you all to treat paying customers this way. Thanks. read more