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    Ocho Rios Jerk Spot

    4.2 (438 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Curry goat, festival and rice and peas
    Alexis L.

    I tried Ocho Rios for the first time recently. I have some good points, and well some pointers to consider for the business owner. The food, authentic Jamaican cuisine at its finest!!!! I ordered curry goat, rice and peas and festival bread. All good in taste, and Jamaican hot sauce on the side to accent. Now what I feel is an area to consider for improvement..... Karaoke! So I had no clue that it was Karaoke night. But here's my issue. So the Karaoke was not in a separate area of the restaurant. It was directly were we as patrons were trying to enjoy a good meal without hearing people that are attempting to pursue their American Idol chance with singing live off key! In my opinion, have Karaoke not directly in the dining area. I couldn't enjoy my meal, let alone hear my own thoughts. So food A+, karaoke C- .

    Aneisha H.

    I love Caribbean food and I am definitely a critic when it comes to it. It is one of my favorite cuisines, so I tend to have high expectations. With that said, this place was really good. I enjoyed it so much that I ordered from here twice within the same week. The first order was excellent. The portion size was generous, the flavor was on point, and everything felt worth the price. Caribbean food can sometimes feel expensive, but this order delivered real value. The second order, however, was noticeably different. The portion size was smaller, and the overall quality did not quite match the first experience. If it had been as good as the first time, I likely would have ordered a third time. There was also an issue with my order. I paid for extra curry gravy, ordered it both with the meal and as an additional side, and did not receive it. The delivery service handled the refund, but it was still frustrating, especially since the restaurant tends to be a bit sparing with gravy even when you pay for it. That said, the flavor and overall taste of the food are undeniable. The first experience was so strong that it honestly outweighed the issues from the second visit. I also ordered takeout both times, and I know that can impact quality by the time the food arrives. Because of that, I would absolutely try this place again, but next time I plan to dine in to get the full experience. There is clearly something special here, and I am hopeful that consistency improves, because when it is good, it is really good.

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    Jaquay R.

    I finally made it here and I was not disappointed. After seeing they have $2.50 oxtail tacos for Taco Tuesday I was on a mission. Taco Tuesday starts at 6pm and even though that's a little later than I would usually eat dinner I made the exception. Traffic was delayed but I arrived right at 6pm. There were only a few people already there so there was plenty of tables available. The bartender greeted me and my sister when we entered. There was a seat yourself sign and we sat right across from the bar. There is a QR Code to scan for the menu and the bartender brought over the drink menus. It was also happy hour and I saw Rum Punch for $7. I ordered a Rum Punch and I found out they have jerk chicken, pork, and shrimp tacos in addition to the oxtail tacos for Taco Tuesday. I ordered 1 jerk chicken, shrimp, and oxtail. I also ordered a beef patty although I wanted to try the chicken curry, but they were out of that one. The drinks came out first then the beef patty. It was freshly cooked and very tasty. While enjoying the Rum Punch the DJ started mixing some old school hits. That was unexpected but made the dining experience so fun. When the rest of the food came out I couldn't help but to sing and dance in my seat while eating the tacos. I enjoyed the tacos but would have liked a little more of the protein added. Everything was great. Our server was phenomenal working the floor solo. She was very friendly and attentive. I also did a carry-out order of the mild jerk chicken entree with white meat, cabbage, mac n cheese. So much food I was able to split it up for 2 days for lunch. Now I want to go back for brunch!

    Burnt Jerk Chicken
    Chantille W.

    For the price of the food and the amount given definitely not worth it...I paid a total of $40. I got a jerk chicken plate, a beef patty, Mac and cheese and oxtail gravy. 3 small pieces of chicken was on that plate. Chicken was pretty burnt, rice was dry and the oxtail gravy had A LOT of bones in it. I've tried multiple Caribbean restaurants that were way better and price efficient! I couldn't believe the outcome. I drove across town to try this place and was highly disappointed.. will not return.

    Plantain and Steamed Cabbage
    Kimberly H.

    A friend and I were craving Jamaican food and decided to patronize Ocho Rios Jerk Spot! I'm so glad we did. Parking is somewhat of a challenge but the food makes up for that. The service was great. Our waitress gave us some recommendations and we decided on the platter. We chose the oxtails and brown stew chicken as our meats along with steamed cabbage and plantains! Everything was delicious! I wanted to slurp the gravies! We also had some patties (beef and the chicken curry) and they were fire also! Happy hour was in effect and you can TASTE and FEEL the liquor! The place is clean and there's good lighting and amazing vibes! I can't wait to go back! I want to try other dishes but I am so impressed with what I had at this visit! Thank you for the generous portions! I don't take many pictures because I was ready to dig in! Please support this restaurant and tell me what else I should try.

    Jerk wings (spicy)
    Jessica C.

    Five stars. Period. I ordered through Toast, full of excitement, ready for my first real meal in my new home... and then got the delivery notification with a photo that made me say out loud, "Who the heck's house is that?" Cue a brief episode of delivery confusion, a few phone calls, and me standing there hungry but trying to keep my cool. Here's the important part, I didn't want a refund. I didn't want credits. I just wanted my food. And this place made sure I got it. Was there a slight delay? Yep. Did it require some chitchatting? Sure. But the care, patience, and follow-through were genuinely above and beyond... and that matters. And oh my GOODNESS, the food. The jerk chicken wings (spicy) were sweet, warm, bold, and fall-off-the-bone tender... beautifully seasoned and downright addictive. That jerk sauce had depth and balance that kept me going back for just one more wing until suddenly... no wings. The chicken curry? Maybe not the exact version I'm used to, but still absolutely delicious. Comforting, flavorful, and perfectly paired with peas and rice, festival on the side, and a Jamaican ginger beer that sealed the deal. This was my first substantial meal in my new home, and it honestly couldn't have been better. A million out of ten. A bazillion out of ten. I'll be ordering again, and next time I'm going in person. If you like Jamaican food, or even if you just like food made with care, do yourself a favor and try this place. Next time I'm not holding back: patties and cocoa bread are happening. Thank you for turning a potentially frustrating moment into a warm, delicious, unforgettable one.

    Curry Shrimp

    Ordered the Curry Shrimp as well as the Fried Snapper. Both were great, but my plate was essentially a cabbage plate with a side of shrimp. Highly disappointed, as my experience has never been like this before. The low rating is mainly because I called this in and received no follow-up regarding the issue.

    Jerk wings (sweet) rice and beans and Mac
    Khiry W.

    Good food great service seems like a pretty chill spot on the inside and I saw they have a few deals on the weekdays

    Samantha M.

    This spot has been on my list for years and finally got a chance to try it. We had a reservation and were seated immediately. The entire staff was friendly and answered all of our questions. All of the food we ordered came out hot and fresh and was delicious. The flavors were authentic and lots of spice. Our cocktails were perfect and packed a punch. It was so good that we ordered a couple of meals to-go. The highlight were the oxtails!

    Salmon Meal
    Deja B.

    Ordered the salmon meal through DoorDash and enjoyed it. The salmon was made curry style as requested. I cannot depict the timeliness due to the fact I had my food delivered to me . Ultimately I would return and order from them again.

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    Ask the Community - Ocho Rios Jerk Spot

    Is the jerk chicken gluten free?

    Yea, it is.

    What's a good time to go on Saturdays? A small group who misses our island getaways :) It looks like this place has a good ambiance and food and island drinks...sign us up. We're thinking this Saturday.

    For food and drinks in a sit down setting, a good time to come would be around 5-6pm. If you’re looking for music and partying (no sit down), we say about 9pm-10pm

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