Average rating for average food. When you know what to expect from Jamaican jerk chicken and oxtails you are a little let down with this food. The jerk was a nice spicy but the flavor wasn't exciting. The oxtails were good. The rice and peas were decent. The cabbage was good. The plaintains were ripe but more bland than I expected. If you're okay with average you won't be disappointed. read more

The Jerk Shack - a styrofoam meal in a styrofoam container - Caribbean Near Me - Lawrenceville, Georgia

I've eaten at this place going on 8 years now. It's great!!! HOWEVER the only reason they are not receiving 5 from me is because I feel the business is god awful as far as punctuality is concerned. They clearly have times posted of store hours and it almost seems they either always open late and close early. I feel the business should value its customers more and value their time especially someone like myself who drives extra far all the time just to eat here.. I would try and call but the number they have attached to the business is not active so it's always just a shot in the dark when driving to this establishment to find out if they are open or not. But other than the hours of operation I would definitely recommended to come here!! read more

'It's a no for me dog'-tried the jerk chicken today for lunch with high hopes considering the name is The JERK Shack. The giveaway should have been that Jerk was ready in time for lunch and I didn't see or smell a grill. Price was fair, rice was okay, but the jerk wasn't tasty at all. This has been a BAD week for eating out in Gwinnett for me. read more

I was hungry and couldn't decide where to have lunch, drove pass this joint on the way home and decided to stop in for a visit. From the outside, it looks like a happening place, but when I walked in, it looks like it was about to be shut down... Anyways, they have a lunch special for $4.99 that comes with a drink. I couldn't decide what to get so I went for the safest one.. jerk chicken. I wasn't sure about the oxtail or curry goat stuff... The lunch special came with the meat and red beans and rice. The jerk chicken look a little on the anorexic side, but the flavoring was pretty good. The red beans and rice was a bit too mushy and the drink wasn't what i'm used to. It's like an orange soda but the taste is a little different. I can't really describe it. I wouldn't say that I come back for seconds, but it was good to check it out. read more

Had the jerk pork during Lunch hours on Friday. The meat was cooked perfectly with a little bit of smoke, great flavor

Place is terrible! Don't waste your time. The girl working is super rude! I went to buy a spicy patty. I bought 2 the first one was mild. Not even mild! It tasted like Regular ground needs with NO flavor. When I asked her to switch out the second one she said she could not, that I would have to buy another one. So I left it right on her counter. I will never come here again. It's a shame because I love REAL Jamaican food and I live up the street. Unfortunately, they have terrible help and the food is not even up to par! read more

Just not enough spice. Rice overcooked, or too old... If I can eat the jerk without any need for a drink, then something is wrong. read more

A little taste of the island of Jamaica! Love the oxtail and jerk chicken! Locally owned operated. Not a lot of parking, so to go is your best bet. Come hungry and leave full! They believe in big portion and at a fair price! read more

The Jerk Shack - Oxtails, cabbage, and beans and rice! - Caribbean Near Me - Lawrenceville, Georgia

OMG, I love Jamaican food and this place is so good! The beef patties are great. I am not a fan of chicken patties so I have no idea if they are any good. I've had the oxtail and the jerk chicken there. The oxtail was so tender and so perfectly spiced! It fell apart in my mouth! both plates comes with rice, cabbage (yummy!) and some plantains. I don't really care for plantains but these were much better than most I've had before. The jerk chicken is not as spice covered as other places, but it still has a zing to it! The cashier is always so friendly! read more

First timer. Definitely will be back. Had only the escovitch fish which was great. Will give 5 when I come back and taste a course. read more

The Jerk Shack - Escovitch fish. Great taste - Caribbean Near Me - Lawrenceville, Georgia

Jerk Shack is your average hole in the wall looking Jamaican restaurant, with your tipical Jamaican personality (yes a stereotype) but the food makes up for the looks. Man their gravy alone is worth the visit, it's sweet flavor with butter beans, my mouth waters thinking about it. I'm not all that adventures when it comes to food, but I can contest that their ox tails and brown stew chicken is on another level. I haven't had one person I put on to this spot only go once. . Check them out when in the area. read more

Prices and portions are good but if the food isn't great they won't get my money ever again. I had heard great things but was greatly disappointed with the bland rice. It had no color or flavor. The server even poured some gravy on it and it was still weak. Sorry but Jerk Chicken is normally spicy and stays with you for a while. Not the case here. read more

My experience was not too bad, I am not familiar with this type of food. I enjoyed the taste a good bit. I am sure if I went to a sit down restaurant the food could get better. I am happy with the quality at the price. Curry chicken was good and the man who served us let us sample the flavors. read more

If your not from the West Indies, Or you've never experienced foods of other cultures this place might be your haven. For the other well rounded people this place serves pure garbage. I ordered 2 dishes both curry. A roti, and curry chicken with rice and beans. The roti skin was almost crunchy. They didn't cook it completely or they gave me an extremely old product. The rice was old...a few days old it seemed. Although the curry smelled great my taste buds were far from impressed with the nonsense this restaurant/grocery store offered. The grocery area literally had about 9 items on the shelf and even with the store having only 3 customers it took 15 minutes for someone to acknowledge I was a patron. Just go to Aldi's and purchase a burrito or something. read more

Here is what your dealing with, for $6.49 you get jerk chicken, rice/beans with oxtail gravy, and cooked cabbage. It is handed to you in a styrofoam box. You pick a drink from out of the cooler. There are about 5-7 tables inside. In my opinion, this is a perfect little simple/divey place to get lunch. It would also be great for takeout. The flavor of the jerk is not to hot and yes it is salty as the other reviewers noted. I enjoyed it. It was what I was looking for. Is it the best Jamaican food I have ever had? No, but we are in Lawrenceville for goodness sake. It does the trick, if you want something different. I liked it. I'd go back, no problem. It's legit. read more

I ordered the Jerk Chicken Plate: Jerk Chicken ---------- B; not too spicy; kind of salty Plantains --------------- A; made perfectly; soft; ripe Rice and Peas ------- B; basic; I preferred it with the oxtail gravy on it to flavor it up Beef Patty ------------- C; not authentic; tastes like it was frozen and shipped; sad Total: $10.06 I've had better Jamaican food and this one is on the lower spectrum. read more

I really wanted to like this spot..ordered a small jerk chicken once..came up $14 with tax and it tasted horrible. .plantains were not sweet at all and the rice had no taste..i don't recommend!! read more

Fire only when it fresh when no one is supporting only reason why this place is getting bad review is they getting hater they on point with the receipt and the owner alway hook it up read more

The rumors are true. Customer service here is non-existent. The guy at the counter was rude and borderline disrespectful. He was arguing with another customer and didn't acknowledged us. Even worst he made a scene with the other customer for everyone to see. The whole thing was very uncomfortable to watch. My children started feeling uneasy and wanted to leave immediately. After waiting standing for our order, my husband left one dollar as a tip (not sure why since it was takeout and we were standing watching the argument) and the guy got all agitated and screamed "one dollar? That's all you are going to give me as a tip?". These people have no class whatsoever. I'm surprised they have lasted this long. How was the good? Meh! I had better. Don't come here, this place is shady... read more

I have had plenty of authentic Caribbean food. just like any other culture there're different ways to make a dish. I have not had the jerk chicken but Their brown stew chicken and ox tails are very very good. The rice and peas are great. This is not Chinese food, the rice and peas aren't supposed to be dry. The cabbage Medley is also awesome. The reason I am giving this place three stars is because they don't stick to their hours. sometimes closing before 6 on Friday and Saturday, when the Web and store door obviously says they close at 9pm. That's very unprofessional to me. The drinks and desserts are also rediculasly over priced. read more

I went for the oxtail as referred by my friend. The oxtails were delicious. He put extra gravy on the rice which was tasty. Only gave me two plantains though. If you're going to get a nice lunch and leave, perfect place. read more

The best of the best in Jamaican cuisine WOW!! the Beef Patties are made fresh and ship from Florida from The Guru of Patties Charlie Patties the food is prepare hot and you can select or mix and match your selection The price point is so reasonable and the restroom are clean lol read more

Curry chicken is to die for. Went on a Friday for the first time, going back on Sunday for more.

They have good beef patties. My dad .sister. and mom go there all the time for their beef patties. Its convenient for a small snack while you shop at the aldi near by. read more

I would not recommend this place. I was served food that tasted like dishwashing liquid, and was also served spoiled fish twice. I don't think that the guy who operates that restaurant knows much about Jamaican cuisine, or the true value of each customer. He appears to be somewhat of a low-key douchebag. read more

Went by today because I was craving Oxtails. Purchased the large order. While the Oxtails have always been good here, today the flavor carried a very special surprise. The Oxtails were spicier than they have previously been. They left a mild afterburn in my mouth along with just enough of a gentle sweetness. Today is December 26, 2016. I want to make note of the date so that whoever the chef is today can remember and repeat this recipe. It is a winner. read more

Was in the mood for Jamaican and didn't want to drive far to get a meal today so I stopped by the Jerk Shack. I pass this place often because I live close by, but read all the terrible reviews on Yelp. I should have went to my normal place. $13.25 after taxes for a small goat plate was hardly worth it. The goat was mostly small pieces of fat and bone in a greasy gravy. The rice and peas were kind of sweet. The plantains were cold and unripe; and the beef patty was totally cooked to death. Next time I'm in the mood for Jamaican, I'll drive a little further to my normal spot. read more

Today, my husband and I decided to visit the Jerk Shack to pick up some patties. We ordered three chicken and one veggie. Let me first say that my husband is Jamaican and he knows good Jamaican food. We both have eaten at several Jamaican restaurants in Atlanta and other areas. So I feel that we have eaten plenty of our share of Jamaican food to know what is good and what is not. This place is not good. The patties taste like they were leftovers and were reheated. Very old tasting and hard. long story short I ate two bites and threw both of my patties in the trash. we will not be back. read more

Never stingy, pricey but worth it. There an older guy who seems to have a chimp on his shoulder, but just give me my order, I. Won't turn away due to that nonsense :) read more

I Have eaten here a number of times food is good but the service not so good. I'm not a restaurant owner, manager or cook. But if I'm ordering from you , hearing is a great way to communicate with customer. I must say when hiring someone people skills are also a great way too. A smiling face can't help a unskilled worker. But other than that it was amazing. Fire the guy behind the cash register. Would help the business out tremendously.. All the food is amazing though... read more

Let me start off by saying this i visited 04/10/2016..... This was my first time visiting yesterday... Yes the customer service was good && the food looked ok....BUT...... I ordered brown Stew chicken!! when I got home and open up to eat it smelled good as hell but that first taste I had to spit it out..... The Stew really had NO seasoning and the brown Stew gravy was sweet as hell like sesame seed chicken and the gravy was lumpy it wasn't smooth... It's seems as if they rushed to make it but didn't make sure it was cooked all the way..... I have NEVER ate brown Stew chicken that taste like that &&& I know how it's cooked because Im an island girl!!! Not only that they have a side where they sell candy I bought 2 snicker bars... I bit into it && it tasted old... I looked at the wrapper and it was dated 10/2014.... Hmmmmm we are def in 2016.... That sent me over board!!! Honestly i will never go that again... I usually don't do reviews but that was ridiculous..... No restaurant should ever sell expired food/candy...It makes me feel like you don't care what you sell to your customers....... read more