Why did I wait so long to come here?!…read more I mean, I know why. It's a bit of a trek from where I live. But I'll happily travel for good food, and Trinciti absolutely justified the journey. As an Indian, I don't say this lightly. I know my Indian food. I was already aware of the historical overlap between Indian and Caribbean cuisines, but Trinidadian food fascinated me. The familiar spices and flavors are there, yet they've evolved into something entirely their own. You can taste the migration story, the adaptation, and the creativity in every bite. A quick practical note because Instagram reels had me misinformed. They do take cards. You don't need cash. Also, parking isn't exactly abundant, and there aren't many nearby places to sit with your takeaway. My advice is to grab a table and eat there. The space itself is small and pretty no-frills, so if you're coming for ambiance, this isn't that kind of place. But if you're coming for flavor, you're in exactly the right place. The setup is simple. You line up, order when it's your turn, and move things along. It's a busy spot, so a little menu reconnaissance goes a long way. The staff are efficient and patient, but they're not mind readers. Asking them whether shrimp or chicken is "better" feels like asking someone whether you should prefer chocolate or vanilla. Both are good. It depends on what you like. We ordered the dhalpuri roti, which is a soft flatbread stuffed with seasoned ground lentils. If you're sharing, ask for it not to be wrapped. Otherwise, it comes rolled up like a wrap. We filled ours with both the curried goat and the oxtail because we weren't there to play it safe. Both were excellent, paired with those comforting, home-style potatoes that soak up all the flavor without overwhelming you with spice. I also couldn't leave without trying the doubles, and we kept it plain. Oh. My. God. Flavor bomb. At its heart, it reminded me of chole bhature's distant cousin. The same comforting chickpea soul, but interpreted through Trinidad's lens with pepper sauces and chutneys that make it unmistakably its own. I honestly think the chutneys are what take it over the top. For the bake and shark though Pay first, take your number, and when they call you up, tell them how you'd like it dressed. Personally, I have a "trust the chef and give me everything" philosophy, so I said yes to it all. The result was a glorious mess of crispy fried shark piled high with pineapple, lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, and an array of vibrant chutneys that I am still thinking about. They do not skimp on the fish. Watching them assemble it from the front row is part of the fun. Before you leave, do not skip the cassava cake. The raisin dessert was a bit too sweet for my taste, but that's entirely personal and worth trying if you have a sweeter tooth than I do. They also sell plenty of snacks and hot sauces, so take a look around before heading out. One final thing I appreciated. They have a restroom and a sink stocked with soap. Trust me, you are going to get messy. That's part of the joy of eating here. If you're the kind of person who side-eyes people for eating with their hands, this might not be your scene. If you're willing to embrace the delicious chaos, Trinciti will reward you generously. I left full, happy, and wondering why I had let distance keep me away for so long. Some places are worth the drive. Trinciti is absolutely one of them.

My first time trying doubles AND my first time in Trincity. The line started all the way outside…read morewhich added to my anticipation. My Trini friend was shocked that I;ve never had doubles and so this day was my lucky day. When you reach, the servers take your order along with as many toppings and additions. They also had bake and shark, bake and saltfish, and other items to choose from such as dhal puri roti, pholourie with tamarind sauce, it was my first time so I didn't go too crazy and wanted to appreciate the essence of the doubles. I would go back again. It is takeout, so don't get too comfy. Make sure you're ready to grab your order and take that first bite after you leave or reach your destination!

Yep felt like a Caribbean local spot!!!Nice spot to have a drink, watch sports, play pool and take…read morea wine cause the music is pumping! Typical bar food wings and whatnot, with some played dishes. Forgetful waitstaff but not rude so that counts!

I COULD HAVE GIVEN IT ZERO STARS I WOULD!!!!!!!…read more I was really disappointed with the paper bag fried rice they are promoting. The flavor was bland and the texture felt greasy instead of fresh. It tasted like it was rushed and lacked the seasoning you would expect from a good fried rice. What bothered me even more is that the concept felt very unoriginal. It seemed almost identical to the food cart on liberty - the paper bag 718, but without the same quality or creativity. If you're going to borrow inspiration, at least execute it well. Overall, I expected something unique and flavorful, but it ended up being forgettable and not worth ordering again.

Best paperbag fried rice in queens,it's so good I come from far rock every weekend to get 2 bags…read moreyou got to try it

A friend and I stopped by here on a Friday evening to try their fried rice served in a paper bag…read more Ahh, you might find this interesting, but this is how food was served back in the days in Guyana, South America. Hence, "Simply Caribbean" is a Guyanese restaurant located in Queens, NYC. Must say their chicken fried rice paper-bag experience was such a vibe. Lots of food, the fried chicken was sautéed just right and served with cabbage, corn, cumbers, and with Guyanese hot sauce on the side. Highly recommend trying this. And of course, you must try their mauby - it's a popular Caribbean drink. The staff was so chilled and approachable. They have a sitting area too, but it seems like mostly everyone was ordering take out.

The fried shark is it!!! The cha chi kai chicken fried rice is soo good! Food is 10/10!read more

Doing my daily walk while airing out some Foster care agency drama over the phone with a friend and…read morerealized I needed to have a drink to chill out... This Jamaican spot happens to be in my sisters neighborhood. South ozone Park, Queens. Seems like a pretty cool hole in the wall type place. Good music which is very loud... Huge screen where I can watch the news while waiting for my food... The drink was decent. A bit too sweet for me so she was nice enough to add a sparkling seltzer to it. I ordered curry chicken and peas and rice, I got spicy curry chicken (incredibly small portion) with rice and beans, with Side salad...The steam cabbage I had requested turned out to be a whole side dish for nine dollars. ‍. All in all not a bad place when your favorite place is closed.

Wow ..... Service, food and ambience was great …read more... Compliments to the chef and staff for making this a better meal and experience than in Guyana ‼ I would highly recommend this place for FRESH - FRIENDLY and FANTASTIC food

(7/12/24) Great space and amazing foods at a reunion. The DJ…read morecould have been better. Drinks were top shelf. Food was yummy. To die for.

See all the hype about this paperback fire rice online decide to try it definitely the waste of…read moreMONEY very blind no no taste with eggshells in my food

The food was great I recommend the Chicken Fried Rice but in all the service was quick and fast it…read moremay get busy on weekends but still good.

$13 for Pepper Shrimp?! It was very good and definitely worth it. I highly recommend this spot…read more Their jerk chicken is great. They include a fairly good amount of meat inside the fried rice. Cons: They only take cash, no credit.

Used to get their Jerk Chicken Lo Mein and Jerk Pork Fried rice but the last few times weren't…read moregreat so haven't ordered FOODfood from this place in YEARS. BUT I've always come back for the wontons in garlic sauce. It's been a minute but I'll definitely order some the next time I'm in Queens. This place is cash only

I may have found my new spot for the summer...friendly service, and food is made to order so a…read morelittle wait time but worth it! Very good portions also.

Best bar b que.... Walked in, small hole in the wall basically, friendly service, but delicious…read morefood. The bar b que lamb can't get enough of it. The flavors made me feel at home ( Trinidad ). It's more of a take away spot, definitely would recommend this place.

First time trying this restaurant due to the 4 star ratings, however, the curry chicken was…read moretasteless that was made on 8/2. Sorry but first impression is important. I won't be coming back

What a nice place, perfect for Guyanese. They have roti, chicken curry, etc. Ofc they have Bigfoot…read moretoo! 5 stars

TERRIBLE TERRIBLE . service has went down always drunk. A friend of mine just moved in queens…read morecalled and placed an order for delivery. They said they didn't deliver when i called they said they will be there in 15 minutes. When I asked which address are you were going to deliver to you because he did not ask. The tall guy behind the counter. Said they do not deliver . I guess leaving young kids playing music and drinking is not a good thing. Also my friend just moved their and i could not come to Queens. After this I did and it was the tall guy. Very rude and looking at the food it looks dry. Just a bunch a kids drinking, playing loud music. Also I felt terrible for suggesting that place for him. I retract my last my review.

I have been going to Avenue Bbq since they opened. I must say that over the years the food quality…read morehas remained top notch but the portion size has decreased and prices jumped exponentially. Service is always good which is nice. Recommend trying the bbq chicken with fries