CARIBE Restaurant - Schenectady, NY…read more I've had the chance to visit CARIBE twice now, and both times were for birthday celebrations. This is a cute Caribbean/Dominican restaurant with a casual order-at-the-counter setup and dine in- gives off a welcoming island vibe. The restaurant was clean, colorful, and full of Dominican flair. Both visits started with the Dominican Appetizer Platter, which in my opinion is perfect for sharing between 2-3 people depending on how hungry everyone is. It comes loaded with sweet plantains, crispy fried plantains, chicharrón, fried chicken tenders, fried cheese, salami, tostones, and French fries. If you're a fry lover, don't skip these! On my first visit, we ordered the pork chops and the pernil. The pernil was delicious--juicy, flavorful, and with the crispy top!! that my friend absolutely loved. The second time around, we both went with steak. I ordered the Bistec Salteado (sautéed steak) medium, while my friend ordered the grilled steak. Unfortunately, my steak came out well done. When I mentioned it, I was told that's how it's traditionally prepared Dominican-style. Needless to say, I wasn't happy and ended up not eating much of it. I did try my friend's grilled steak, and it was much better (for my taste). The birthday girl ordered the seafood rice and really enjoyed it. It was packed with seafood--definitely a dish for seafood lovers! For her birthday she got a choice of dessert and got the Flan- and a island girly her self she critiqued and loved!! Next time I'm in the area, I think I'll skip the entrées and order à la carte so I can sample more of the sides and appetizers. Overall, the food was good, the portions were generous, and the atmosphere was welcoming. The steak was a miss for me, but everything else was enjoyable enough that I'd return to try more of the menu.

A little history to start, what do the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, and the Philippines have in…read morecommon? They were all Spanish colonies. Caribe leans to Dominican and Puerto Rican dishes and those same dishes have a familiar feeling to my Filipino palate. When I visited, I opted for the Chicharron plate over yellow rice. The Filipino version of this dish is called Lechon Kawali. What is it? It's a carnivore's dream, a deep fried slab of uncured bacon. Repeat, deep fried pork belly. Other than foie gras or bone marrow nothing comes close to meat fat decadence than this stuff. It's bad for you but oh soooo good. The garlic sauce tries to cut through the fat but it's a losing game. There's a tiny bar next to the cafeteria style take out displays. There's also extra dining space and bathrooms up a small set of stairs. It's comfortable and clean in there. I liked the vibe. I'll definitely be back. I'm not getting the Chicharron next time, however good it is. I think people my age should only be allowed to have it once a year. If that dish is any indication, there are several items on their menu that will also satisfy.

Friendly atmosphere and friendly customer service and delicious food and drinks.always in and out…read moreservice

Everything was great. Fish cakes a must. The doubles are pretty small but they're tasty. I love…read morethat they have the kiddy juices also. The pepper sauce is delicious here. Makes me feel at home. Service was quick.

I ordered food for pickup. The wait time for my food was 45 mins which is really long but I'm…read morehoping it's because it's made extra fresh! I ordered jerk wings which was pretty good. It was def different from Jamaican style jerk chickez we n because it wasn't grilled. I would have enjoyed it better if it had been grilled. It was flavorful with a slight kick. The oxtail was juicy and tender. The gravy was a lot more watery than I'm used to but it was still pretty decent. My meal was suppose to come with plaintain but instead I got carrots and celery. That was a big disappointment. The ambiance feels like a Caribbean restaurant. The music was lively and I'm aware that there's also a club in the back of the restaurant which is pretty cool. I wouldn't say I wouldn't give this a try again but I'll also be I search of more restaurants like this to come it to.

So this was my first time here. I chose this spot randomly because they had calamari which i love…read moreand I was visiting the Schenectady area. Anyway, I treated my dad & his fiance to lunch. We came after the carnival. My dad & his fiance were the only ones who liked their food. I did not like mine or my drink. The service was OK. So, this rating is based on my food specifically and my time there. Other than that, I'd say its pretty chill and the scenery is nice.

One of my favorite places in Schenectady...and only one of two places my kid specifically asks to…read morego to by name (he's 13... anything decisive is a chore). Soul and Caribbean staples served in a clean bright space and always a great spot to find yourself gabbing with a total stranger. Literally drove half an hour just to go grab cake tonight Special from last week: oxtail Mac & cheese. You just can't beat it. *Sigh* now I'm hungry again.

customer service was amazing!!! very friendly staff.... huge compliments to Monica and her…read morecooking... food was absolutely amazing ... definitely going back!!!! atmosphere very friendly as well ... thank you again ... great meeting you Monica - we will be back... I need to add we had Jerk chicken (spicey but flavorful)... the cabbage (never tasted cabbage like that it was out of this world delicious - Mac and cheese with collard greens with a few yams put in (flavor of the yams was like warm hug!!! lol) also had a side of the tuna salad... best I've ever tasted I won't give up her secret ingredient but that was amazing and to top it all off the most moist (I know everyone loves that word ) corn muffin I've ever eaten... do yourself a flavor and go check it out!!!

I've been to this spot a good 3 times starting from when it became jamrock. I've only got kingfish…read moreand curry shrimp before last night and it's always been good! It's no way the same chef cooked my order last night. Jerk salmon, brown stew kingfish and shrimp rasta pasta. Got a few sides and it came to $80. Worst $80 I've ever spent at a Jamaican spot. Everything was terrible... Don't know what happened to this joint but you can only skin a sheep once.

I stopped in recently for takeout at Jamrock Caribbean on State Street, formerly Roy's Caribbean…read moreRestaurant. The place offers takeout, on-demand delivery service, and a spacious dining area to the left behind wooden gate. Since it was a Saturday, I decided to order the Shrimp Rasta Pasta ($16.99 plus tax) since they make it to order and on Fridays and Saturdays too. I took a seat in the dining area as I waited for about 12 minutes when my food was bagged and ready. This pasta dish is an Italian-Jamaican fusion dish, which was served very hot in a round foil container, a good portion with penne pasta in a spicy cream sauce with bell peppers, seasonings & spices and tender shrimp (cleaned). It was about the size of two meals which I enjoyed over two evenings for dinner. I would definitely order rasta pasta again and I would try their Red Snapper (Escovitch Fish), Jerk Chicken and Meat Patties too.

Okay so firstly let me break it down like this, Customer…read moreservice 1-10 I give it a 20. They were very kind and gave me a menu before I even sat down. Food... hot dang it was off the scale and should be illegal to be that good. I mean man, I ordered fried chicken, mac and cheese, yams and collards 2 sides and corn bread come with the meal. It was TO DIE FOR!!! Seasoned to perfection and very good portions for the price. I recommend anyone who loves soul food go and visit Aunt Ronnie. This is truly authentic soul food and the very best in Schenectady.

The first time I stopped by Aunt Ronnie's my lunch was gone before I hit the end of the block…read more Crispy tilapia fillet with a corn meal batter, corn bread, collards and sweet potatoes. After the first time I burned my mouth, you'd think I'd have learned but I kept eating it anyway. After a couple more visits I discovered the family that runs the place is just as awesome as the food, and despite it being well outside the reasonable commute for lunch, I made several trips up with the gang from work and managed to eat our way through almost the entire menu. Even our fussier people enjoyed the food--no small feat. Not sure about their current status (been closed the last couple times I've stopped by) but if you catch them open it's absolutely worth a visit.

Order was placed through UBER eats The food was nice and hot…read morewhen arrived (delivery was quick) good amount of food for the price. Chicken soft falling off bone. Cabbage was seasoned well and the rice.

Just moved to town and ordered their jerk chicken patty, curry chicken, platanos, and rice and…read morepeas. The chicken patty is very good just not flaky like I've had before. And everything else is delicious. Yum yum yummm. And huge portions too! Will definitely be eating tomorrow :-)

Ordered griot, stewed chicken w xtra gravy & pikliz... so mf good yall. Headed there with my man &…read morehis brother as i write this

I cannot believe that I have never left a review!!! I was so happy when AJW was established and was…read moreone of the first customers. My family has celebrated birthdays, recitals, etc here. Anyhow, the staff are friendly, the food is delicious, and the ambiance is a mix between chill and festive. My favorites: Legume with Diri ak Djon Djon (aka Black Rice); also fried turkey with rice and peas; and most of all the red snapper. The mac and cheese is fantastic and I always have a soft spot for salade russe. Sooo. I have a lot of favorites. Just go and try some Haitian food. I will add more photos the next time I go.