Super fast delivery via uber eats. The jerk chicken was moist and that's about it. No spice at all. Not the typical authentic jerk flavors that I was chasing. The cabbage was lackluster and had a strange flavor I cannot identify. I thoroughly enjoyed the pigeon peas and rice. The plantains were delicious until the last one that had a not so fresh flavor. I didn't think that was possible with a plantain. The hand made beef patties were fresh and 100% hand made. I wish they had some spice also but overall they were good. The ambiance of my hotel room is very nice. I can't vouch for the restaurant though. read more

Yahman's Authentic Jamaican Jerk Shack - Hand made Jamaican Beef Patty - Caribbean Near Me - Key West, Florida

Flavor! This is a big portion for a reasonable price. Small place with a few options. Food is fresh and hot. Walk up or order on Uber eats for delivery. read more

Yahman's Authentic Jamaican Jerk Shack - a tray of food - Caribbean Near Me - Key West, Florida

One of the best if not thee best dry rubs I've tasted ever. One of the best of any genre or ethnicity.

Awesome seeing you folks again!! The food was amazing once again!! BBQ Ribs and Jerk Pork OMG good!!! Delicious Jamaican Patties as well. We love you folks and are so happy that you are back up and running. Your great attitude is positive and there's no limit to what you can accomplish! #CitizenPictures #guyfieri #dinersdriveinsanddives There's a great story to tell here and some great food...check'em out! read more

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Always trust your gut feeling not your gut's cravings. The place didn't pass the litmus test for an Authentic Jamaican Restaurant. Not sure what I thought I would find in Key West. The chicken is not Jerk and relies on the sauce (which also is not jerk sauce) to give it flavor. The festival was disappointing. The "rice and beans" was mushy and had no flavor. The disrespect to Jamaica is of epic proportions! read more

Yahman's Authentic Jamaican Jerk Shack - No flavor "festival" - Caribbean Near Me - Key West, Florida

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Tried only a few things here, but all were very good beans and rice, cabbage, salad, jerk pork, and celebration balls Everything was very flavorful and well done. Great vibe, great food, wonderful atmosphere worth stopping in for a bite of the Caribbean. read more

Great find! Small place. We had chicken jerk wrap. Tasted great, with veggies inside, side of rice and beans. read more

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This is probably the type of place you want to call in and take it to-go as it's a little hole in the wall next to a grocery store. Got the jerk chicken and it was great. Sauce was on the side, it's a little spicy but not overwhelming. Wish it came with more than just two slices of plantains. The guy behind the counter was very friendly and nice. I also got a cup of ginger beer which tasted great, homemade and flavorful. Great place to pick up food in New Town Key West if you want to grab some lunch to go. read more

Delicious place we grabbed lunch from today. Prices very reasonable and staff were friendly. read more

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Yahhhhhmmmmmmaaaaaannnnn!!!!!!!!!! This place is great cooking. I ordered jerk chicken dinner buy one get one free VIA UBER EATS. Definitely not jerk chicken but it's worth the money. The chicken is nicely smoked moist, well seasoned, and very flavorful. The sides rice and peas, cabbage, and plantains very simple but well seasoned and prepared. The stew pork OMG, yes I know pork well this pork was tender, seasoned, moist, correct color, and it doesn't taste like BROWNING. The best part of this meal is the potatoes they absorbed every flavor in the pot without falling apart. I like my jerk chicken and stew anything with some heat, but you can't resist well executed meal. Perfect meal before or after a night on Duval street. #6STARWILLRETURN read more

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Amazing. If you go, be sure to get their ginger beer soda. It's delicious! So much better than anything you can get at a store. I got the pork wrap and it was so good! My wife got the jerk chicken platter. We traded a bit and it was all 5-Star food. The staff is friendly and welcoming. There are only 2 tables in the place and most of their business seems to be takeout. We ate there and enjoyed every bite. read more

Really good. Had jerk chicken, jerk quesadillas, chicken curry, chicken empanada like thing. We all loved it. Someone recommended the non - alcohol ginger beer, I got it and it was great! I love ginger! It's a pickup kind of place....2 small 2 person tables. read more

The food was pretty good and fresh! We had the jerk chicken wrap and the curried chicken patty. The rice/beans lacked flavor and were a bit dry but the main dishes were good. This place has a small seating area with 2 tables (it appears most of their business is takeout or meal prep services) so don't expect your normal sit down dining experience. read more

Wow, fantastic all the way around. Yes, the location is off the beaten path but that's what makes this the perfect hidden gem. He was cash only tonight because his card machine wasn't working. He told me I could run to an ATM while he made me a sample platter of all the options I can choose from. I came back to so much food and he explained everything. He even let me sample the soup of the day, ginger "beer", and his homemade dessert. His menu is not always 100% available because he cooks everything alone and can't always prepare each option. I can't wait to come back and try his shrimp tacos. read more

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So good. Perfect portions so you can have a second meal. I haven't had their food since they moved from stock. They haven't lost their touch. read more

Amazing little place set in a mixed residential/business area: rows of trailer homes on one side, and light industrial yards on the other, with colorful chickens pecking about. Between the strings of christmas lights, tiki torches, soft glow from the kitchen, and a blanket of stars, the mood was exceptionally relaxing. We tried the Jerk Chicken, Pork, Ribs, and Fish - all were very tasty, but especially the chicken and fish. The chicken was very tender, with excellent flavor and a bit of bite from the char. The fish was cooked bone-in with crispy skin, and again, excellent flavor. The pork maybe could have been a little more moist, but I loved the chewy crust layer. The ribs were tender and soft - no knive needed. My personal preference is for a bit tougher Texas style dry rib. The stir fried vegetables were tasty as well, and every order is cooked individually - they don' t have a big tray of it just sitting around. That means the veggies are crunchy and very fresh tasting. Equally as important as the food are the owners: warm, and welcoming people that know what it is to serve people with love. Accomodating is not the word here - listening to the way they talk to us about the food, recommend what to order, watching how the two of them orbit each other in that tight kitchen - I feel a tinge of guilt that I am getting the better end of the bargain. I am grateful for having found this little corner of life. read more

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This place has earned a spot on our 'go to list'. We split the combo plate, every part was sensational. There was chicken , roast pork and ribs as well as beans, rice and cabbage with a sauce on the side. Friendly and quick service at the counter, there are picnic tables available, oh...I forgot the over the moon bread pudding ~ nummers read more

SFGer!!!!! Another redeeming experience on Stock Island, to make up for the overpriced letdowns in downtown Key West! Spend your money here and you'll eat very well, both in value for huge portions, and authentic, rich island flavor! * * * LOCATION NOTE: Yahman's is apparently in transition in this early part of 2019. Prior Yelp photos show them working out of a window in a small building, but they were in a food truck in the Chevron gas station lot when we visited. We couldn't find them at the address listed on Yelp, but when I saw all their Yelp stars, I refused to give up on finding them. We called, and they instructed us where to go. * * * Also, check their fb page, because they are really good about updates on there! Okay, so as mentioned above, don't be afraid to call. They will answer and be totally friendly. You'll definitely want to call to find out the specials each day, and ask what time it'll be ready so you can try to get there asap. They do sell out of the popular oxtail and goat dishes (or other rarer specials they offer), and this WILL happen every day, so you've been warned. Call and ask when it'll be ready, and plan your day around it if you want a share! The regular jerk chicken is about $11, and the specials are only $2 more! These are absolutely unbelievable prices for the quality of food, and skill of preparation. And not just that, but the portions are HEAPING. They use that square 3-section generic foam container, that you've seen a million times from a million restaurants, BUT I have never been served this container so HEAVY and FULL OF FOOD. IDK if it should even really support this much food, but I'll take it! Just packed! (I could never finish a serving in one sitting, I ALWAYS had leftovers in the mini fridge in my hotel room.) I don't normally like cabbage, mostly because it is filled with carbs, but this cabbage is so tasty, it's worth the carbs. Seasoned with IDK what, but dang friggin delicious. The dirty rice, too, was worth the carbload; again, seasoned with love and magic. Also, the carmelized plantains (I heart plantains), done to perfection every time! YUM! All the sides mentioned accompany every dish, and are totally worth the jog afterward! We were too busy with other activities to catch the specials, as hard as we tried. We visited multiple times during our vacation, and it was consistently outstanding. Yahman's and our other favorite truck, Taco Grilla, cooked the big name places downtown under the table! Seriously, the three-fig dinners we had in Old Town KW were total duds compared to these Stock Island food truck stars! They already had 10 stars from us with their standard, basic, jerk chicken, so I am sure the specials would only jack that higher. In addition to the juicy, flavor-charred, subtly spicy heaven that is their jerk chicken, we also had the brown stew chicken, the jerk pork, and the curry chicken. Everything had layers of cultivated flavor. You had the meat itself, cooked with subtle seasoning, and right on with the textures and tenderness. Then a layer of char and rub for the skin of the jerk dishes, or stew juices for the stew and curry. Final touch was the thickeners for the stew and curry, or the sauces on the jerks. Every step complemented the next for a very successful meal. The sides were stand alone, IMO, but agreeable enough to go with every meat pairing and enhance it even more. Look at the 5 stars, review, after review, after review... it's correct. You will not be disappointed. Just make sure to call about those specials if you want one. If you end up with the last of the jerk chicken pot (as we did more than once) you will still not be disappointed! Save your cash for a cool jetski tour of the mangroves, and skip the cruise ship traps downtown in favor of Yahman's. You'll have MUCH more authentic island fare here, and it's clean, fresh food, not salted and laden with fat like the burger or oyster-and-fried-whatever places on Duval. read more

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Walked in and sat down at Hogfish Bar and Grill, two blocks from Yahman's Authentic Jerk Shack. We were immediately met by our waitress. I asked he how her day was going, because we are also essential employees that have been working everyday since COVID shut down in February of 2020. She told us that she was trying to get things cleaned up. I asked her what time she closed? (We came only because of the Yelp reviews.). She told us that did not matter. I said it did. We don't want to order if they are ready to close. She said, "what can it get you to drink?" We got up and walked down the street to Yahman's Jerk Shack. . Beautiful restaurant and wonderful food. Jose hooked us up. Please, if you have not tried ox tail or if you are afraid to try ox tail. Try ox tail. It is wonderful. We can't wait to come back and guarantee we will crave it until we return. Please, DYAF and come here. Authentic food, clean, wonderful eating area and impeccable restrooms. read more

This spot was a nice hole in the wall with lots of seating options. It seemed pretty authentic! The sauce was finger-licking good on the perfectly cooked jerk chicken. I think that was my favorite. It was also so fresh off the grill it seemed because they have a huge grill right there in the center of the area! The salad and plantains were also really good. Nice and friendly staff too! read more

Yahman's Authentic Jamaican Jerk Shack - Ackee and saltfish - Caribbean Near Me - Key West, Florida

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You won't know you aren't in Jamaica. Just a shack. I'm not sure it was kosher to sit at the only table there, but we were on bikes and he certainly didn't mind. Not open Mon Tues Wed - so don't review if you go there in one of those days! Homemade sorel. Amazing ham and bean soup. Bread pudding like you have never had. Jerk Chicken was was perfect. Planning to go back for the jerk pork before heading home. read more

The jerk chicken was right spiced with crispy skin and juicy tender meat. Served with lots and peas and rice. The curry chicken patty had loads of flavor in both the filling and crust! House made Ginger beer is the cure for all that ails you! Friendly service. Good vibes all around. I can't wait to try their curry goat on Saturday only!! read more

So my wife was kind enough to bring me some of Yahmans food back to NY from Key West as she knows I absolutely LOVE some good jerk chicken. Not only was the rice, jerk chicken and cabbage delicious but my wife also tells me the gentleman working at the spot was kind enough to personally deliver the food to her at the end of his work day though they don't customarily do deliveries and even threw in some complimentary wings. Service like that doesn't come everyday. Wish you guys were local. I would patronize the business a lot more often. read more

Yes sirrrr!!! In my Randy Jackson voice, "This spot is a GO dawg!!" I was determined to try this spot while here on business.. I went 19 July 18- Around 7pm ish and the young gentleman said they were sold out of everything except jerk pork I believed he said.. I don't eat beef or pork so I had to pass on that I went 20 July 18- With my co-worker who had a craving for jerk chicken or Oxtail... Finally they weren't sold out.. They were sold out of the veggies that comes with the meal tho.. lol I got the half jerk and half curry chicken meal which came with rice and peas and fried plantains.. It was supposed to also come with vegetables and cabbage (as mentioned above) but the young gentleman said they were sold out.. Jerk chicken comes with a side of his spicy sweet BBQ sauce which complimented the chicken nicely!! It does have a nice kick to it.. Jerk chicken was seasoned nicely Curry chicken was seasoned nicely, and had a good curry flavor.. The rice and peas were very good!! You can taste a hint coconut milk in the rice.. Yes sirrrr Fried plantains were nice and sweet The food was so good I came back 21 July 18 and got seconds, The owner was there this time.. This time he was out of rice, and was in the process of making "white rice" because it was quicker, to add to the meals.. I didn't elect to wait for the rice, so I got everything else (minus the rice).. This time, he had the veggies, and they were seasoned nicely! I just ended up going to a Chinese restaurant and getting some white rice!! I also tried his ginger drink he makes which was very good!! Don't be alarmed when you find the place, it's literally a shack, off the beaten path in Stock Island.. Moral of this review is to come early if you can so you don't risk the food being sold out or having to wait for more to be cooked.. The food is that good.. I will be back before leaving.. read more

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My husband and I came to Key West for our honeymoon. We were searching for food on Yelp, and my husband found out about this food truck. With all the 5 stars reviews, we wanted to give it try. When we arrived there, Clive, the chef, was cleaning up and preparing to close. We told him we were from LA, read about the reviews on Yelp, and really wanted to try the jerk chicken. He told us he is Yahman's brother; they both own the food truck for now. He said that he didn't want us to be disappointed, so he used the remaining food to cook for us. He is so nice! While we were waiting for the jerk chicken, he offered us some free Jamaican comfort food, such as beef patty, tuna tacos, and fried squid ball. They were BOMB!!! I didn't get a chance to take a picture of the beef patty, because it was so good and I finished it very quickly. The wait time wasn't too long; he brought us the quick version of the jerk chicken wing. It was a grilled chicken wing with seasoning, and dipping sauce on the side. The side dish was cabbage with veggies, along with rice and beans, which was amazing!!! The dipping sauce was a little spicy for me, but both my husband and I loved it. I would love to come back to try the other foods they offer. Clive cooks with his heart and love!!! He is a very nice man. He made my day!!! Highly recommended. This place is a MUST TRY!!! read more

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If you like flavorful meat this place is the best in Key West. Also the rice and bean mixture is spot on. The cabbage salad is fresh. I've tried their combo plate options and was very pleased with quality and value. This is a walk in order and mostly carry out or delivery place. There are two tables inside if you are lucky enough to snag one. The owners are onsite and provide great customer service. They will let you sample anything if you have questions before you order. If you like dessert the homemade bread pudding or banana bread is delicious. read more

Misleading We were lead to a strip mall in a commercial area that didn't seem safe. I guess they relocated? Didn't go in and decided to make the trek back home read more

Whenever we're in town we stop at YahMan! Their food is truly *chefs kiss*! A little sad about their move from their original location that really gave you that "back home" feel. However, the food never disappoints! You can never go wrong with a jerk chicken plate with the rice and peas. The rice is cooked to perfection! The price is what you'd expect for really REALLY good take out. Last but not least, the customer service - beyond perfect! They treat you like family, and they'll ALWAYS get my money when I'm in town! read more

Such a hidden gem!!! Best wings we've ever had (beyond juicy) and amazing jerk chicken!!! Worth the short drive from Key West :) read more

Yahman's Authentic Jamaican Jerk Shack - Jerk Chicken - Caribbean Near Me - Key West, Florida

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As the saying goes do not judge a book by its cover. I passed the entrance three times debating whether to try to go in or not as it does not look inviting. On the third time I decided to give it a try. I'm so glad that I did. I was greeted by a man whom I don't know his name but He was the owner. I ordered the jerk chicken and bread pudding. While I was waiting for the food he offered me to sample other dishes that he had there such as the beef stew and bbq ribs. I wasn't even hungry after that! When I got back to the hotel I ate the jerk chicken and wow was I amazed. Amazing! Please do not let the entrance deter you. Also, there is no place to sit and eat there- it's to take back to your hotel/apartment. read more

Yahman's Authentic Jamaican Jerk Shack - Caribbean Near Me - Key West, Florida

First of all they've moved! They are in the Chevron station at the corner of US 1 and McDonald Ave, 5220 Federal Hwy. Second they are outstanding the ribs had the best sauce I've ever had, cabbage and veggies side is well done, along with the rice which is a little sweet. We also had the Jerk chicken which was great too! Third you gotta go with the flow, this ain't a chain restaurant not all the menu items are available all the time, if you want that go elsewhere, this guy is hustling and deserves your respect! read more

What a delightful way to spend our first evening in Key West! We had amazing food and conversation with the owners. This place is clean, charming and so delicious. We had ox tail, ribs, pork, macaroni salad, rice and a slaw salad that was to die for. I would say this place is the number one reason to come back! read more

Believe the hype, this place is unassuming but it packs a punch. Amazing food the jerk chicken plate is generously portioned, and exceptionally well priced. Fantastic spot. read more

This small hole in the wall place has mind blowing food. Stayed at Oceans Edge Resort and didn't want to drive to Key West due to parking. Ordered the jerk chicken and curry goat... both were tender, flavorful and delicious. Tried the ginger beer and the sorrel for drinks which were both delicious. Will definitely come back again read more

When you come to Key West this is where you need to make a stop. If you never make it to Jamaica the food from Yahman's is as authentic as it gets. The food is made with passion that none of these other places have, I personally recommend the classic Jerk chicken for newcomers the flavor of the food is outrageously good. Mark the owner has a serious passion for food unlike his competitors and to be honest nothing on this small island comes close to his food. If you want the real island experience make a left on Front Street in stock island and you will find his food truck on the left you will thank me later. read more

Yahman's Authentic Jamaican Jerk Shack - Jerk Chicken - Caribbean Near Me - Key West, Florida

The jerk chicken plate was to die for. These guys know there stuff- been to Jamaica several times and this is the real deal. They put their foot in it as we say! Try the ribs too. You'll be glad you did! Thank y'all for the awesome service and great food. Little hole in the wall area but when you see three smokers fired up it's always a good thing! read more

I usually don't write reviews, but this place is so nice that I have to share it with everyone. It's not going to look good, but I promise you that you will love the food! read more

Amazing Stew chicken and Jerk Chicken. What a gem of a spot. Food was more than 1 person could eat. Btw the location is not at the Burger King lot as per google maps - it is actually in the Chevron lot. The Stew chicken was just too good - still licking. read more

Yahman's Authentic Jamaican Jerk Shack - Caribbean Near Me - Key West, Florida

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Found this place as we were driving by. Beautiful lil spot. So neat and tidy. My tripe soup was awesome, and hubby ordered The Jerk pork and loved it. As a beverage I asked for a coconut water, never expecting a whole coconut. So refreshing. read more

So delicious! Stopped by and the gentleman was soo kind! Told us they will be delivering soon. We had the split jerk chicken and chicken curry and it is to die for. Love love love this truck! The prices are amazing and the portions are very big. read more

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