Went here for a late night bite to eat because I wanted something with a little kick. I got the Jerk Chicken and it was AMAZING!! The flavours was perfect and juicy, and not to mention fresh. I did have to wait for about 10 mins for the chicken to be ready but I rather wait then have dried out chicken that has been sitting under a heat lamp for hours. The rice and beans were cooked to perfection (not to soft and not to hard) and the coleslaw was a nice added touch. I will for sure make my way here if I am in the mood for some jerk chicken. read more

Awesome Jerk chicken! I've tried many, many places around TO for Jerk chicken and this is my number 1. The chicken is ridiculously good, it comes straight from the BBQ, It's slightly higher priced than other restaurants in the area but for good reason. The staff are great, super friendly and very cute! I live in the area so the crackheads and homeless people don't bother me at all. I'm used to them but if you're not from the area, beware because you will be approached and asked for some loose change. They are harmless, though. If you want really good Jerk Chicken, this is the place to be. read more

This place is a gem all on its own dating back to a decade ago when dates with hubby were on a budget but never lacking taste. Always gotta be worth the allowance the parents shell out since it's either food or clothes so theorizing choices is ideal. I got hooked one summer's night of 2003 when I was driven at 2 am after a house jam to this very famous jerk chicken master, hubby refused to fall prey to my combo cravings with upsize the fries at Mcds so he felt a bit bad ass showing me the ropes of late night munching. Well, Rap's has been the witching hour's main grub served fresh from the grill and that sauce is just brain freezing without ice because WOW! Is it ever hot??! Always burning my tongue like amnesia kicks in after the aroma fills the car. I honestly think the guy grilling 'em overnight has been the same one ever since and hey!!!! He gets it right like I get me when I stock up on icecream before my monthly visitor hits me up! I always get the $20 worth of jerk chicken, beautifully laid in 2 styrofoam containers. One for the ride and one to be devoured at home or if it survives til early morning, these served on garlic rice and eggs overeasy starts off the morning perfectly. read more

Authentic pan chicken from this restaurant. You will smell the meat cooking before you enter the restaurant as the cook is grilling it up in a drum outside the restaurant. If you must wait a few minutes for the chicken to finish cooking - it's worth the wait. Try some fry dumplings or rice and peas alongside your chicken. read more

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Located only a few steps from Marlee Avenue, which should have been called Marley Ave, considering the Caribbean cultured area, where else would you expect to find the best jerk chicken!?! And their 'best' jerk chicken is incredibly tender, well seasoned and loaded with sauce. I personally prefer my jerk wet rather than the traditionally dry-rubbed style. I've returned to Rap's many times and even brought friends there; after my trip to Jamaica, I've been hooked on the jerk spices... I've even started a collection in the cupboard and fridge. But nothing ever compares- this is the best jerk chicken I've ever had... including what I was served in Jamaica! I will always stop in here if I'm passing by, even if just for take-out to toss in the fridge and reheat later! read more

Amazing Chicken!!! Cooked in the barrel right out front. Always busy, awesome staff and super fresh food. Dumpling and festivals are fresh and a good size. Portions are good for the price as well. read more

Raps Authentic Jamaican - The man!!! Serious chef. - Caribbean Near Me - York, Ontario

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Good food, but way over-priced now ($47 for only 20 pieces of chicken when ordering from Uber Eats with $0 delivery fee). On top of that, a lot of their food is usually sold out, so you don't have the much choice anymore. Used to be good, now I order elsewhere. read more

I'm a big jerk chicken enthusiast and this is by far the best place I've ever tried (that includes Jamaica). I've only tried the jerk chicken and curried goat and both are consistently earth shattering. I usually ask them to pour some curry sauce on the rice, because it's the best thing in the world. No joke, I can drink it! It's a takeout kind of place, but luckily I live really close, so I frequent often. If you're a girl 9 times out of 10, you'll probably get hit on by the clientele, or by the adjacent barber shop scene outside, but it's part of the whole experience. The guy behind the counter (maybe the owner?) is a sweetheart and blesses me every time he serves me. In the summer, the scent is so intoxicating since they cook the food right outside. It's hard to stay away. read more

Best Jerk in the city. Hands down. Cooked 'Island Style' in a large drum BBQ outside. The meat falls off the bone. Very limited seating.

Best jerk in Toronto. When I get too sad that I can't get the roadside jerk I had at a random service stop on my way to Negril from Montego Bay, Raps always cheers me right back up! Thank you Raps for existing. Tips: Get it topped with the oxtail gravy Always get the hot sauce, unless you're a pansy then just don't eat jerk Close your eyes and imagine you're enjoying your meal on the 7-mile beach with a cold Red Stripe anchored firmly in the sand, looking out into the ocean. Portions are great, sizes range from peckish to ravenous, something for everyone! read more

I drove by this place a million times but never figured out why there's always a block party here. Now I get it. Raps Authentic Jamaican is a lively restaurant with a BBQ grill at the front of their store and always surrounded by neighbourhood foodies. Once you order your portion inside, they give you a box filled with slaw and rice and then you proceed to the front of the restaurant outside to get your chicken. I didn't really understand why they would have a scale to weigh your chicken. They cut up the peice you order and don't cut up another peice when it doesn't weigh to their standards.... It's definitely one of the better cheap eats in the city. I ordered a small jerk chicken that comes up to 6$ and I was stuffed! Definitely will be back¬! read more

Came here for lunch and the whole place was empty. I was a bit nervous, but once I had my first bite of the jerk chicken, I immediately knew why this place has so many high ratings. The jerk chicken is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The meat falls right off the bone. The bbq sauce and coleslaw gives the chicken a new dimension of flavours and texture. The small size was definitely more than enough for me. Parking is free on the neighbourhood streets behind the store. Or it is about a 5-10min walk from Eglinton west station. read more

Raps Authentic Jamaican - Jerk chicken with coleslaw (s) and grapefruit soda - Caribbean Near Me - York, Ontario

Not a place I go to during the day but late night when they start smoking the meat outside on the BBQ it is as good as it gets in Toronto....Jerk HAS to be done on a coal BBQ to get that taste you get in Yard...will never taste as good as you get REAL chicken in JA but this is about as close as it gets NEVER go to the spot a few doors down just to save wait time, they are not nearly as good They cook until 4-6 in the morning so this is THE alternative to McDonalds if you are willing to drive Whoever decided to keep them open until extreme late night is a genius....luckily I live right beside the highway so the drive is not that big of an issue I usually just get the $10 dollar chicken, load it with the sauce they have, add some hot sauce, and remember the times in Ochi read more

I got the small jerk chicken combo which came with rice and peas. The shit was DELICIOUS!!! I could tell the chicken had been delicately smoked for a while because it was so tender and flavourful. It was served with a beautiful hot jerk sauce and the chicken was cut right in front of me off the smoker. I went there at 3 am and there was a funny crowd hanging around which is cool. The rice and peas absorbed the excess sauce and completed the dish. Oh ya...and it was only $6. Outstanding read more

Raps Authentic Jamaican - Smoked jerked chicken with a nice bark..underneath is he rice and peas. Small combo - Caribbean Near Me - York, Ontario

This place is really hit or miss. Foods either fresh or its not. They hardly ever have anything except the jerk chicken. The curry goat is more like curry goat bone - you'll be lucky to find a nice piece of meat in there. Festivals are always stale. When its good - its been really good, and its open late, but very often, its not good. read more

With a hankerin' for some authentic jerk, I thought I'd give Rap's a shot. After reading the reviews, I had to try. Well, it turns out I didn't have a great experience. I'll try it again in the future but I chalk my less-than-perfect experience at Rap's up to the fact that I got there right at noon. Due to that fact, I assume I was served yesterday's jerk. Nothing was ready except the jerk chicken, oxtail and plain white rice and they wouldn't sell me a Festival because they were stale. When I got back to my office, my work bud's serving of chicken was literally twice that of mine. Although it really was tasty. Sorry Horace! Maybe next visit, I'll be able to bump ya a couple stars. read more

If I did not know English I will not be writing this bad review right now. I went to this restaurant around 9 on Friday 10/12/2018 I see that they have a special for $12 for chicken. I went to the cashier she is a much older woman than myself. I asked her how much chicken I would get for $12 she don't give me a straight answer she actually said to me if I don't know English I reply.1 piece of chicken or 2 piece of chicken. I would like to know the quantity for $12 of chicken. I cannot buy something and I don't know what I am getting for $12 worth of chicken. I could be geting one piece of chicken. She need more training on customer service and the owners need to change their policies. because you are not in the Caribbean. The cashier need to always remain calm and don't let her emotions get the best of you .To all the people that's reading this review ask them how much $ 12 chicken is and see if you get a direct answer. If not walk out!! I do not care how good your chicken his .Bad customer service equal bad food ! Good thing I was getting chicken because she would tell me to go eat some pork There is a first time for everything will not go back!!! read more

Effort was not anywhere in my meal. I've been disappointed a few times now so... That's a wrap on Raps. Cold, day old, yuck. read more

Good chicken，tasty ox tail, fair price, but dont try the "dumping" is doesn't have any filling inside but just a deep fried dough read more

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Its a shame I only discovered them recently. For someone who loves jerk chicken as much me it pains me to admit that I've yet to taste the real thing (from and in Jamaica) but I can say for certain that raps knock it right outta the park. Seasoning and that hot sauce MY GOD is it phenomenal. I find that every Jerk chicken in Toronto is unique in its way but these guys do it how I like it ... Straight from the BBQ. Yes I've had days where I could taste/smell the lighter fluid on my chicken LOL but it still doesn't deter this snob from licking his fingers and wanting seconds. Love the ordering system. Pay up get an empty box go outside and get your chicken off the grill. My first time there I was confused and wasn't sure if should ask why I'm being handed an empty box haha but I was pleased with everything nonetheless. read more

Ordered curry goat the first time I visited a it proved to be pretty good with hot sauce of course. Jerk chicken with peas and rice was the second dish I tried another time. Not entirely a fan of chicken legs as a personal preference. Didn't find it as flavourful as I it could be. Dumplings are delish no doubt. It is also quite nice they have the BBQ outside cooking as it adds a more autheitc feel and character to the area. read more

Love coming here to satisfy my cravings! Best jerk chicken and oxtail ever! Perfect for the late night cravings! Reasonable portions and prices. read more

Raps Authentic Jamaican - Caribbean Near Me - York, Ontario

D e l i c i o u s, the jerk chicken is very tasty. The coleslaw comes without an excess of sauce and the rice and peas has extra sauce, it was a perfect balance. To say the least it made my belly happy, well done Raps. I will be back! read more

Went in and order a Large Jerk Chicken and went home and ate the meal. Everything was fine until 10m after the meal were done. Been puking and run for washroom like 30m or so now. Food poison is no good. WILL NEVER EVER COME BACK AGAIN! read more

At the end of any late business trip drive home from YYZ, I've held off on many an airport dinner for my late night Rap's. Every time I go, you can count on a huge grey cloud of smoke and chicken smell, within an awesome giant oil drum. Cars, locals, cabs and just hungry folk will walk up and grab some food to go. Forget sit down. Eat while standing, or leave. Don't bring your attitude. This place is honest good authentic Jamaican jerk. The best I've had in TO. read more

I will give this restaurant 3.5 star. Their jerk chickens are good quality but the special sauce makes it even better. I have not tried anything else beside jerk here although you can get other carribaian foods like Oxtail curry, fried fish, pineapple soda drinks etc. Pricing for jerk here is decent. There is a small dining area and paid parking nearby. They do offer delivery by Uber for few bucks extra. One thing i love about this restaurant is that jerks are served right off the grill which is located in front of the restaurant. read more

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Went there at 4AM the other day. Just want to tell you the food is excellent - portions are big. Only 2 people working in the place, so they are hustling the whole late night as other eateries close and the crowd starts to move in. The place is smoky the exhaust fan and range hoods are not effective in removing the aroma of jerk chicken. So don't go in wearing an expensive parka or your coat will smell like jerk chicken. The people hanging around outside in the neighboring store fronts kind of put me off as I was afraid to venture out of my car for fear of being accosted in some way. Anyways - it's safe and the food makes up for all shortcomings that they might have had. read more

Very good jerk chicken. Very good ox tail gravy. Rice and peas good. Service is usually sort of slow, but it's worth waiting for. Coming here can be .... an adventure. read more

Order jerk chicken my god it was not good at all I would never buy again sorry this restaurant is off my list $40 worth of food in the garbage read more

Coming here for the first time and left empty handed. I just left the restaurant. We have been standing there for 30 minutes with no acknowledgement we were there. At first there wasn't anyone but us... minutes passed, nothing and we stood there like fools for 30 minutes. I understand there was a large order, and uber drivers kept walking in. But 30 MINUTES??? Asked us for our order and we answered 3-4 times. Our friends talked how good this place was... but honestly. Gave up and left. read more

Nice simple place with VERY affordable prices. I really enjoy seeing how they make the bbq right in front of the store.

Wow how did I not know if this place sooner. The Jerk Chicken at Raps is amazingggg. Best of all this place open till like 4 am!! Ony bad thing is the sketchy area Raps is at. People outside at 2am coming up to me trying to sell me stuff was super weird. I wouldn't come here alone. You order inside the store and they give you the box and you go outside and line up for your chicken. read more

Best jerk chicken I've ever had! The ox-tail sauce is to die for. We came here because of the positive reviews on yelp and it didn't disappoint. The portion sizes are huge (my boyfriend and I shared the large chicken meal and couldn't finish it) and the chicken is served hot off the barbecue. Highly recommend this place for not only their delicious food but also their outstanding service. read more

Excellent jerk chicken and pork. Pork had more of a 'bite' to it than the chicken. Hubby and I got just 2 large containers of the chicken and pork to go, as I had rice made at home. We loved it! Have driven by many times on the way home from dinner at the parents and always said we should stop but finally did just yesterday. The barbecue just kicks up the flavour a notch. Very good marinade. Got jerk before in Scarborough but was so hot we could not taste anything. We will definitely be back. Did not wait long for take-out - was like 5 minutes. read more

made me feel like im back home. imagine coming from the beach on the north coast in jamaica and stop at that famous jerk stop, the chicken has that nostalgic taste. read more

This place is the worst. We ordered $15 of jerk chicken and rice and another order of stewed chicken and rice for $12 and we went to pick it up. We paid and came home and there was no jerk chicken in the container just filled with rice. This place is not worth it. Completely shitty service. read more

Raps Authentic Jamaican - No jerk chicken, tried to find it under all the rice and coleslaw. - Caribbean Near Me - York, Ontario

not the prettiest on the inside, but don't judge a book by it's cover. genuinely the best jerk chicken I've ever had

Ok folks! This is the best jerk chicken in the GTA...but there is a catch. You have to go later at night when they start grilling outside the store. I'm not sure exactly what time they start but every time I go it's dark out. If you go for lunch...it's most likely last nights batch. Might be a good idea to call and ask if they're cookin' jerk outside. So the drill is to go inside and order. I usually order $10 chicken only but you can also get a combo that includes rice. Then you pay and they hand you a container and you go back outside. The grillmaster then opens the steel-drum-charcoal bbq and pulls the jerk chicken out and chops it on the board and places it in the container. He then asks if you want jerk sauce...say yes...then he says hot sauce? I say yes! You can then go back inside and eat. They are one of the only places to grill jerk chicken with charcoal...this is why it tastes so good. The key is you have to catch them while they are cooking fresh. read more

This dude knows how to make chicken. Juiciest chicken around. Keep in mind this area operates in a different time zone so the later in the day you go the more there is and you can even get a haircut when all other barbers are closed. Street parking is free after 6pm. Open late night too. I like the fact that the chicken is not spicy unless you get the spicy sauce on it. The place has been recently renovated so the inside is more inviting than before. It's fierce competition with the other 2 jerk joints but Rap's is king on eglinton (I've tried all 3). Prices are not low but no Jamaican places are anyway. You can spend less you just won't be full. The chicken-only is decent deal tho. Make sure you go when the main boss is there. He can usually be seen behind the jerk drum in front of the store read more

I'll preface my visit to Rap's with previous visits to Black Hoof, Porchetta, the St L's Market, and Burger Priest all within about 6 hours, but this place is FANTASTIC. I only had the jerk chicken, given the full stomach my friends and I all shared, and it was super flavorful, tender but smokey, sweet but tangy, and overall satisfying. This was one of the top 3 visits we had on a weekend food adventure through Toronto. Six bucks for jerk chicken, cooked by a really nice employee dominating his huge drum pan, filled up with cooked chicken, and chopped up before adding a few ladels of homemade bbq sauce, was a great deal. He told me they're actually open till 6AM on Saturday night, and they were definitely out there when we swung by at like 10. Great place, can't wait to go back, recommended it to so many of my friends and even my full stomach smiled up at me. read more