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    The Jamaican Spot

    4.7 (63 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 8:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    THE JAMAICAN SPOT ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Oxtail medium
    Kiana B.

    I absolutely love this place and always make it a point to stop by whenever I'm in Leesville. There's reggae music playing in the background, and the staff are all so friendly. Food comes out quick, and the meat quite literally slides off the bone and melts in your mouth. They were out of collaloo when I went, but the meal was still amazing.

    Crab salad
    Andrea B.

    Very friendly people! Very clean place! Menu has variety however, the jerk chicken just tasted like smoked chicken. The oxtails were very tender but ok to taste. The crab salad was good. I'm not saying don't try this establishment, it was not what I was looking for.

    Saturday Special: Ackee and Saltfish
    Kayla L.

    AMAZING! Ackee & Saltfish @ @the.jamaicanspot in Leadville, LA First time trying this savory dish and thank goodness we came across this spot out here in Louisiana! Authentic, traditional, and delicious! The ackee and saltfish is incredibly savory, while the boiled yams, dumplings, and cooked bananas compliment the dish so well. Traditionally served on Saturday, this was a different Caribbean dish that was a delight to try :)

    Jerk chicken plate
    James L.

    This is definitely a hole in the wall with a Jamaican vibe to it. Nice laid back spot with Reggae music playing ( low volume) . I called and placed a to go order about 10 minutes before I arrived. My order ( jerk chicken plate? was ready about 2 minutes after I arrived and it was piping hot and smelled delicious. I paid for my food and took it to go. It was smelling so go I decided to eat some while sitting in the parking lot. I wasn't disappointed it tasted great. I wanted to keep eating but I had to get home. Definitely not disappointed and I'd eat here again in a heartbeat. I ate 3 really good meals on this one plate lunch.

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    Ines G.

    Absolutely loved this place! The food was fresh and delicious! We had the sampler in order to give pretty much everything a try. There was nothing that we didn't eat - and my husband is a picky eater! This was more than we could eat at once. The staff was super friendly. Definitely going back and recommend this place! A hidden gem!

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    Jay P.

    This place is legit, get the sampler. Nothing fancy, clean place, friendly staff, quality food. Thank me later haha!

    Oxtails, jerk pork, rice and beans, festival, plantains, beef patty

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    6 months ago

    The food amazing and delicious and friendly service and it's island food for me and I enjoy trying different kinds of foods.

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    11 months ago

    Amazing! The food was delicious with great portions and service! I will be back and highly recommend!

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    2 years ago

    Best food in Leesville! Oxtails are so good! Perfect seasoning! Nice lady takes care of customers diligently.. will return over and over!

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    2 years ago

    Authentic Jamaican food. Small place but good service. Love the oxtails. Love jerk chicken. I always leave with an extra order of plantains.

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    4 years ago

    This is my favorite place in Leesville. They give huge portions of food and everything is seasoned well.

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    2 years ago

    Best in Leesville. Not stiff competition, but by far the best food around. And it's not wagonmaster of the patio.

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    By far the best Jamaican food I've ever had. Even more surprising to find such a gem in small-town Louisiana.

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    Authentic Jamaican food. I definitely recommend. The people who work there are always generous!

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    Food was excellent. Very filling with great flavor. The jerk chicken is highly recommended

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    4 years ago

    Absolutely good Jamaican food. Oxtail is amazing. If you're looking for a great lunch or dinner spot, this is the place.

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    The Royal Onion

    The Royal Onion

    4.3
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    48.2 mi

    I was the first Yelp review for the Royal Onion, and it's a regular when I dine out!! Well, they…read morehave presently moved to a larger location and added some new items to their menu and they do not disappoint! Service was the same friendly faces with some new additions that are all smiles as well! The new location really shows their style and gives them room to serve more folks who love their food! Go early and expect to be charmed by their friendliness as well as their tasty food!!

    I was actually on my way to another restaurant when I spotted this place and noticed the sign…read moreadvertising Caribbean cuisine with a twist. That alone made me pull over -- and I'm really glad I did. I ordered the Chicken Burrito, which came fully packed with shredded cheese, creamy Rasta cheese, crispy fries, red onions, fresh cilantro, and a side of zesty jerk sauce. This burrito was loaded -- seriously generous -- and the flavor was absolutely on point. The jerk sauce added just the right kick without overpowering anything. My only small complaint is that it had a bit too much cheese for my taste. Even after trying to remove some, it was still pretty cheesy. But the overall flavor held strong, and it was still very enjoyable and extremely filling. I actually got two full meals out of this one burrito, which makes it a great value. I also tried the Rasta Pasta, and just like the burrito, my one minor critique is the amount of cheese -- a little heavy for me personally ( i was able to take some of it off) . But the pasta itself was delicious, and the portion size was solid. I also had the Island Punch, it was okay. Personally I would not order it again. What really stood out, though, was the staff. They were awesome -- friendly, welcoming, and genuinely made the experience better. Honestly, even if the food hadn't been good, I'd come back because of them. Luckily, the food is good, so it's a win all around.

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    Oxtails are the best I've had since my childhood!
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    Caro's

    4.7
    (106 reviews)
    47.7 mi
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    This place has great Mexican food it's so authentic. The waitress Grace was so friendly I had the…read morechicken fajitas and my husband had Caldo De Res. Really good highly recommended we will be back.

    From the moment you step through the doorway, you are greeted by the inviting aroma of freshly…read moreprepared chips a welcoming introduction to what follows. Upon being seated, guests are presented with a simple yet genuinely authentic menu. The flavors remain consistently exceptional, a quality I believe is essential for any restaurant hoping to thrive in Alexandria. Caro's is far from the typical, run-of-the-mill Mexican restaurant where meals are hastily assembled from a hot line and served with an inflated price tag. Instead, each dish reflects care, authenticity, and craftsmanship. Complementing the cuisine, the staff and atmosphere provide an added layer of warmth and charm. The establishment also features a small shop offering imported goods, further enhancing the overall experience. I strive for honesty and objectivity in my reviews, and I rarely award a full five stars. However, Caro's is an exception. This assessment is not based on a handful of visits but on years of consistently outstanding dining experiences. If I were to choose a single word to describe Caro's, it would be authentic. This restaurant exemplifies what true, heartfelt Mexican cuisine should be.

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