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    Randy's Jamaican Patties

    4.5 (103 reviews)
    InexpensiveCaribbean
    Closed 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Good for kids

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    Chicken and beef patties
    John H.

    If you're in the six, near Reggae Lane . Drop into Randy's Patties! Friendly service in an unassuming storefront. These patties are deliciously moist! Flaky pastry...mmmm! And, be a sport, pick some up for the family! Unless they don't make it home...in which case, I was never here!

    Janny L.

    Typically I'll see a line leading out of the store, but we were lucky enough to visit on a day where there were only a few people ahead. Randy's sells beef, chicken, and vegetable patties - always fresh, never frozen! However the chicken wasn't available the day we went. They also serve meals - oxtail, curry goat, and jerk chicken, as well as drinks - water, soursop juice, coconut water. We ordered a dozen beef patties (a single is $2.85), and they were quick to make. The crust was so flakey and delicious. We were eating on the go and the filling ended up at the bottom of the patty - it was still very good and had a slight kick. Accessibility: some street parking available.

    Lots of meat on the bones!
    Vivian S.

    So it is open once again and thought I had better make sure to fix that patty craving in case they decide to shut down again! Lined up for ~1.5 hours only.to wait another 26 minutes for 4 chicken patties to complete the 12 max you are allowed to order at this time. The smells while you wait are intoxicating, I cannot lie. I ordered beef and chicken patties with coco bread and a medium oxtail plate. Let's start with the oxtail, rice and peas and slaw. Delicious. Super flavourful and properly cooked down. The slaw is great, as the crunch and tart from the vinegar is needed. The beef patties...good. Very flavourful, hint of spice but it's the pastry that stood out for me. It is not flakey, it's more wet and layered but not dry and flakey. The chicken filling was really different and delicious curry based and honestly, I'm glad I waited it out to be them. The coco bread was perfectly light. I get the whole charm to it all, but speaking to the security guard, yes they have a bullet proof vested one to manage the ljnes, patrons are lined up from 40 mins before opening right til close. Closed Mondays and even on a Tueaday at 11 am packed and lined up around the corner. Cash or debit only Toronto institution, deliciousness.

    Matt A.

    This place is a legend and neighborhood institution for a reason. Friendly staff. Fast, efficient operation. And the best patties in the city. Thier patties have a soft let lightly crunchy exterior and an interior that is STUFFED with the good stuff. They don't skimp on anything. Worth the price and more.

    1/2 Dozen Baked Patties (9.50)
    Erika G.

    Jamaican patties are a total "thing" in Toronto. So much so that I think it could easily be considered one of the city's signature dishes. I don't know of any other city in Canada that does patties like Toronto does. When I saw that blogTO has Randy's listed as the #1 Best Jamaican Patties in town, I obviously had to check that out. Located in Forest Hill, you'll find them north of the central core. Their signage is very clear that they serve "tasty Jamaican dishes & patties." I visited on a Saturday afternoon and was sure to arrive right when they opened at 11am. However, even with my punctuality, the small take-out space was jammed and lined up full of people. This place is not a secret. In the restaurant there is basically no decor to speak of (the walls are orange and you'll see some white subway tile) and certainly no tables. It's strictly a to-go operation, which is kinda the way that patties work best anyhow. So what's the deal with patties? A patty is a baked pastry with a flaky shell that can contain a variety of savoury fillings. The most common and classic filling is beef but you can find these things stuffed with just about anything at this point. I love when places offer interesting yet on-point twists such as jerk chicken or ackee & saltfish. Patties are served hot and burning your mouth (inevitably) upon taking a bite is kind of part of it. I got myself into Randy's lineup and had to wait about 15-20 minutes until it was my turn to order. In this time I noted that there are other things on the menu in addition to patties; such as curry goat and oxtail. The rest is straight-up patties though. There are staff members bringing trays of patties out from the back nearly constantly, replenishing the stock in the warming oven up front. They've got a large refrigerator stocked with all sorts of different Jamaican sodas (Ting, of course) and juices. I really enjoyed the wide selection and had a tough time selecting the perfect Caribbean-esque beverage. Tropical Rhythms in Sorrel Ginger flavour seemed just right. I'd never tasted anything like this before! Sweet and spicy, it matched really well with the Jamaican flavours of the food. Sorrel is another name for the hibiscus or roselle flower, so you can expect the same sort of fragrant-tart taste. The ginger made this drink really zippy, which I liked a lot. I was at Randy's to eat one thing: PATTIES. They offer three flavours: Beef, Chicken or Veg. You can buy them individually, by the half dozen, or by the dozen. You can also get them baked (hot) or frozen. I ordered 1/2 Dozen Baked Patties ($9.50) with a mixture of flavours. The price is always right with patties. You really can't go wrong with a $1.58 hot pocket in your hand. I asked for three beef, two chicken, and one veg. I really liked the cute branded take-out boxes that they use when you order a dozen but because my order was smaller I just got a brown paper bag. I ate one of the beef patties immediately. Often you'll find that places will serve "beef" and "spicy beef" types, but not so at Randy's. They do one beef and it's spicy, which was a much welcomed discovery on my part since I always order the spicy one if there's an option. The pastry was light, flaky, and buttery, which I loved. The yellow colour of the pastry comes from making the dough with turmeric. The filling inside could have been a bit more plentiful, however I loved the stewy nature of the beef. This certainly wasn't crumbly or dry! The spicy seasoning was delicious and the savoury beef flavour came through really nicely. Every patty should taste just like this. I enjoyed the other two flavours as well. The chicken one was very nice because it was almost more like a curried chicken situation which brought some delicious sweet notes. The veg one was also surprisingly great, offering a flavourful mix of vegetables that still managed to carry some brightness to them. One thing that seemed a bit interesting was the fact that the pastry on the chicken patty seemed different from the beef and veg. It was denser, less flaky and less light. I'm not sure why, but it seems that they're using a slightly different dough for the chicken ones. You can't go wrong with a good patty. When they're done well, they're the absolute perfect snack. Plus they're so cheap! Randy's beef patty is easily one of the best that I've ever had and it's such an iconic taste of Toronto.

    Spicy beef patties
    Karen C.

    Buttery and flaky on the outside, nicely seasoned beef on the in. You'll often see lineups on the weekends but you get through the line pretty quickly and I believe its cash only so make sure you have cash before entering that line. I think I've only been disappointed once when one box of Patties were a little over done. It's currently my 2nd favourite patty place. Definitely recommend this place if you're in the area.

    Billy L.

    Absolutely the best beef patties in the city. I've been to Randy's a number of times now and each time we usually get 2 or 3 dozen for big group parties. It's always a hit. The pastry of the patty is so flakey and crisp straight out of their oven, the filling is deliciously tender, flavourful and juicy. I must warn that it's piping hot, I've been burnt myself a few times now. The owner also mentioned that they don't do mild patties because In Jamaica there was no such thing. It's not overly spicy but it does have a nice little kick to excite those taste buds a bit (I can't handle spice too). You can buy them baked, frozen, or cold baked. Either way, I still have not yet been able to find a local patty spot that compares. This is a must try and a definite 5 star recommendation.

    Maddy M.

    The line ups on weekends should tell you enough about this place - the hype is real! A dozen patties for $20 is a small price to pay for great quality and taste! The lady running the front was so hardworking and nice, loved her energy. Definitely come during a weekday to avoid long lines and don't forget your cash!!

    a dozen (-1)
    Queenie K.

    A must visit if we're in the area and we buy at least a dozen. Family has been coming here for years and it's my mom's top for Jamaican patties. Fresh, juicy, pastry is pretty thin too. If you're reading this, it's your sign to get some patties here!

    Beef and Chicken baked patties.
    Lorenzo L.

    I was recommended to try Randy's for their patties while in the area. Looking at the reviews, this place is well known for them. Small place with only a counter to eat in. This is a cash only place. There's a small P lot for parking but otherwise it has to be on the street during the designated hours. We ordered a dozen patties already baked as you could take it frozen too, half chicken and half beef along with the oxtail combo. Their patties are really good especially their beef but I'm not sure if they are the best of the GTA. I was disappointed that their patties were lacking on the filling inside. I really didn't like the chicken and I would stick to beef from now on. I loved the oxtail combo but for the price (close to $8), their portion was lacking. This place is popular as they have a lineup and it's pretty full so they are doing something right. Will I come back? Only if I'm in the area. #64 of 2018

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    Food is good. I love their patties! Price is good as well. Definitely worth it to visit and try the patties.

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    Best patty spot around town. Absolutely love the soup, taste just like home. This restaurant is repping Jamaica well.

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    They are closing on Saturday and they are a staple of Toronto and we need them to stay open please support them

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