I stopped in to Cafe De Novo on a whim for lunch on a Saturday afternoon. This is one of the few…read morerestaurants open in downtown Middletown for lunch on Saturdays, it seems. Cafe De Novo sells "Jamaican & American" food. You can get a burger anywhere, so I don't see why you would order that here. While I don't know much about Jamaican food, I have had jerk chicken before so that's what I ordered. A small portion cost $6.50 and came with 3 pieces of dark meat chicken, rice with beans and some fried plantains. At first bite, it was immediately obvious this was the best (and probably most authentic) jerk chicken I've ever had. The seasoning might be too spicy for some, but I think it was just right. You got a lot of heat without it being overwhelming. Rice and beans helped put out the fire. Service (at least during lunch) was similar to a pizza place. You order at the counter, and then your food is brought out to you. From the time we ordered, the food was in front of us about 5 minutes later. Unexpectedly, it was served on a normal ceramic plate with metal utensils. This makes me assume they offer more traditional table service later in the day. The lady behind the counter was very nice and smiley. She was clearly proud to be serving this food. I immediately felt like a valued customer. Cafe De Novo is a very welcomed addition to downtown Middletown.

I've been going here since they opened. Their jerk chicken is wonderful (but if you don't like…read morespicy food get something else) & I love the homemade ginger beer. Good patties too.

EATS: chicken patty, coco bread…read more Kept it simple for this trip but plan on coming back and trying more food. I coco bread was good and I was impressed by the jerk chicken patty. Coming from Caribbean family, I am always very careful about Caribbean food outside of my house but the patty was good enough for me to eventually try the main dishes!

The food was not seasoned. Jerk pork 15$. Never again. Nobody tastes this food to make sure people…read morecould cook????

Hands down this is the best Caribbean spot! Every time I visit Central Valley I already know I will…read morebe making a pit stop here. Not only is the food good, they have an amazing lunch special with generous portions. (Do you see how much we got! ) For the lunch special you get 1 entree and 2 appetizers. We ordered: Oxtail Meal (Small) - Cabbage and Plantain Only and rice and beans Whole Fish Meal (Escovitch styled (Fried garnish with onions & bell peppers) (Red Snapper) - Cabbage and Plantain Only, Jerk Mac & Cheese +$3 Jerk Chicken Meal - Cabbage and Plantain Only and rice and beans But my favorite is their jerk pork . Unfortunately, that one is only available on Wednesday. So if you are ever in the area on a Wednesday get their jerk pork! (You will understand why I love this place so much) And make sure to get it with their plantains and jerk Mac and cheese , That is the best meal to get there.

My husband order us the curry goat and I decided to get a chicken soup…read more The curry goat that we deicded to get was alright. The plantians were very dry , the cabbage didnt have any flavor and the curry goat was very spicy it was a bit unbearable to have. The soup I think it was curry flavored and it had a dumpling, chicken drumstick , carrots & that was a bit much. I was expecting the soup to have more flavor. The prices were okay.

Horrible food ! Had a cocker roach in my chicken and seen mice in restaurant ! Totally grossed me…read moreout ! Horrible customer service! Wouldn't give me a refund on food that had a cockroach in they would only offer to make me new food ? Are you kidding me I'm not eating food here again after seeing mice and having cockroach in my food ? WTF ? Nobody should eat here the place is filthy

Beautiful restaurant I came here back in 2019 my first time and the food was great then. I don't…read moreget in the neighborhood much, but if I knew I got here I would not be disappointed which again I was not. They even let me sample a different item because I always get their jerk chicken which I got again and was very delighted and I got the rice and peas. They gave me plenty of cabbage and well done plantains. The guys were very nice and patient then I enjoyed the curry gravy over my rice and peas. Definitely a meal for two. Unless you don't want to share like I didn't it lasted for two meals. I usually take more pictures, but I was on the run. Thanks Guys

Came here for lunch after a long drive. Portions were huge and good prices. I found the food to be…read moreokay but meat a little dry. We had Pernil, ribs and chicken with yellow rice. We also had a side of plantains which I enjoyed. I also ordered a smoothie for my son but it tasted like a milk shake with ice cream so we didn't drink too much of it as it's too much sugar for him. Service was great and very helpful.

I really enjoyed my breakfast at Nelly's in Monticello, NY. It was a delicious traditional…read moreDominican breakfast. It included mangu, which is boiled and mashed green plantains seasoned with butter. The mangu was topped with tangy, pickled red onions and served as part of the "Mangu Tres Golpes," with fried cheese, eggs, and fried Dominican salami. The food was hot and delicious, and the café con leche was perfect. Go!

The food at Mandee's is always fresh and tasty. The owner is always smiling and welcoming and went…read moreabove and beyond when we placed a last minute catering order. The rice and peas, stewed chicken, curry goat and steamed veggies were excellent. My guests can't stop talking about the food. The food at Mandee's is authentic Jamaican cuisine and I highly recommend this business.

When I taste Mandee's Kitchen food, it really does makes me feel that I am in Jamaica.read more

Happy anniversary to Caribbean Fried Chicken!! My husband and I decided to do some research online…read morein efforts to support more local businesses in our area. He found this restaurant and I was so excited to try it! We both ordered the same dinner plate which was yellow rice and beans, collard greens, sweet plantains, and fried whiting. It was delicious, the collard greens were a little spicy which we love (meatless), the rice and beans were fluffy and mildly seasoned, the fried fish was perfect not too salty or hard it was meaty and flavorful! Let's touch on the service. As soon as I entered I was greeted by the owner. She kept me up to date on the status of my order and was very polite. To add to this experience, the inside appearance is spotless and clean which is a plus for me. Give it a try and support local businesses, you won't be disappointed!

Only ate here once but I'd like to give them another chance, the jerk chicken and rice were very…read moredry but maybe i caught them on an off day. Next time I'll give their fried chicken a try.

Finally trying here after picking up for them on delivery. The stew chicken was really good, thick…read morecuts with more meat than bone unlike places and the sauce was so thick and very flavorful in some ways reminded me of BBQ sauce. But still better than runny watery sauce. The rice and beans were great as well, the rice was dryer and way better than the usual mushy rice. Both chicken and beef patties were delicious, wish had more heat and spice. Otherwise this place is a great addition to Cornwall variety, since it's a lot of just cafes in town.

I kept hearing about this restaurant & finally checked it out. Plenty of parking available in the…read moreplaza it is located in. It was very hot inside the establishment. I was greeted soon as I walked in The place is decorated beautifully & kept very nice.I ordered 3 oxtail dinners.The rice & peas had a kick to it but was very flavorful,the cabbage I preferred to be more tender, & for the price I definitely feel more oxtails should be given. Overall,the food was delicious & my family & I will be back!!