I wish so much success to this restaurant! My friend took me here as it's one of his favorite spots…read morein the area. We were the only guests when we arrived. The staff was so friendly and appreciative when hearing that it was my first time visiting. The waitress even brought out a sample of their goat dish. We ended up ordering the oxtail and chicken brown stew. Everything was super delicious and I believe the chef came in and checked on us. Overall ambiance was very cozy with Caribbean decor. Please check them out if you're able to!

I dropped in here for lunch today. I was greeted right away (it is unusual to be greeted in a…read morefriendly way in Jamaica restaurants normally LOL) and given a menu--and I already knew I wanted a lunch special with jerk chicken, based on the web site. There was island music playing in the background to set the vibe, along with a map of the Caribbean at every table. My jerk chicken came out quickly and was delicious. The plantains were the perfect consistency, which is important to me because some places dry them out. I asked for a side of pepper sauce and it's quite hot, so consider yourself warned! While I was dining, the owner, Peter, came over and was chatting with the patrons. The ladies at the next table clearly knew him well, and I love that there are local relationships at the restaurant. It was fascinating hearing about his transition from the finance industry in Trinidad to being a restaurant entrepreneur! I only wish I had had had space to try the rum cake. It would be a joy to come back to Irie Diner and support a local business!

Thought the food was very tasty!!! Service was fast. Recommended the restaurant to a few friends…read moresince visiting. Would definitely return the next time I'm in the area!!!

Definitely one of the better Jamaican food places in northern Florida…read more Cabbage is cooked 100% perfect , first time I have ever ate my cabbage without hot sauce. Jerk chicken is well made jerk just not spicy enough for me but still good Rice and peas are dark and have good flavor Curry chicken is pretty solid , I would save some of it with some rice and peas then put it over eggs for breakfast They even have plantains and they are proper Prices are pretty decent to Only one I have found better in northern Florida and the panhandle is K & L Authentic Jamaican Cuisine in Tallahassee . They are the best outside Jamaica hands down

PALERMO PUERTO RICAN... UN AMOR PROHIBIDO…read more Ay, Dios mío... I walked into Palermo Puerto Rican in Florida thinking I was simply going to have dinner. Pero NO. What happened that day was something much more dangerous... I fell in love. I ordered the Christmas Plate, and the moment it arrived at the table, I froze. Pork. Arroz con gandules. Pasteles. Plátanos maduros. I whispered... "No puede ser..." One bite, and suddenly I wasn't in Florida anymore. I was back in Puerto Rico during Las Navidades. I could almost hear the coquí, the music, the laughter of family, and somebody in the distance yelling, "¡Dale, que llegó la comida!" The pork was tender and full of flavor. The arroz con gandules tasted like Christmas memories on a plate. The pasteles... AY, LOS PASTELES! I wasn't emotionally prepared. And those sweet plátanos maduros came into my life like the forbidden lover my mother warned me about. I looked at my plate and said: "¡¿POR QUÉ?! ¿POR QUÉ TUVE QUE CONOCERTE AHORA?" Because this wasn't dinner anymore. ESTO ERA AMOR PROHIBIDO. Every bite brought back memories of Puerto Rican Christmases--the food, the family, the music, the alegría, the traditions. It was nostalgia, happiness, heartbreak and romance all served on one plate. And when the last bite was gone... I stared at the empty plate like the final scene of a telenovela. "No te vayas... todavía tenemos una vida juntos." Palermo Puerto Rican, you didn't just feed me. You took me home. And now our love may be complicated... it may be dangerous... it may even be forbidden... PERO VOLVERÉ. Because some loves are simply too powerful to forget. ¡QUE VIVA PUERTO RICO, QUE VIVA LA NAVIDAD... Y QUE VIVA ESTE AMOR PROHIBIDO!

Everything was delicious. Maybe put a Cuban on the menu?…read moreThe pork was so tender and flavorful. The mofongo was not dry at all! Sangria was perfect. Not to much citrus! I would come back again when in the area.

I visited the Haitian shop because my daughter was doing a presentation on Haiti and needed the…read morepopular Haitian soda, Cola Couronne. Walking in there reminded me of my grandmother. She would have LOVED this place. They have everything a Haitian cook needs and wants. While I was there, I grabbed two bottle of Kremas! I'm glad I found this place and will be back to eat at the restaurant. The ladies are warm and welcoming. Love their energy!

Stopped in because my son needed some popular Haitian soda for a school project, and it turned into…read morea little treasure hunt.I also grabbed two bottles of Kremas while I was there. The staff were incredibly warm and welcoming, which made the visit feel personal. Definitely a spot I'll return to for both groceries and the restaurant.

Food was fantastic, price was great. Service was rather quick and the ambiance was nice as well…read more Will be back soon.

Ideal is right! It's a cute little shop, and the customer service was great. The gentleman at the…read morecounter was polite and friendly. But oh the food! We only got one meal, the Griot, to split and try and it's delicious! The pork was amazing, tender and flavorful. We will absolutely be returning.

Plates are portioned to expectation, cultural ambiance, with traditional Caribbean restaurant…read moreservice. Authentic, fresh and delicious

The food was amazing, this will be my spot for Haitian food in Jacksonville. The location has a…read morevery calm ambiance and the waiters were very friendly. They have events every Saturday evening. Great place!

I was in Jacksonville to see my son run a track meet. I found this place on Yelp. It did not…read moredisappoint! The owner was working behind the counter, and I asked him what he recommended to eat. He said the oxtails are good. They were amazing! First time I've ever had them. They also had Red Stripe stubbies! Great combination!

After a leadership training, carbbean food was on the menu tonight. I headed to Mad o Seafood for…read moremy some down home curry. Mad o seafood did not disappoint. The curry goat and chicken brought enough heat and was very tasty. The dinner is accompanied with white rice, vegetables and cabbage. While waiting for my dinner, I had a ice cold beer. The owner took my order, made my food and gave me the jaimacan cuisine to go. I was in and out in 20 minutes. The interior of the restaurant is nothing to brag about. It could use a make over but the food is what keeps people coming back for the spice of life. Mad o seafood, here's to another satisfied customer. Come get a taste of the island right off San Jose blvd and Old St Augustine rd. You will come back again and again!

Let me just start off with these are the best rice and peas I've ever had from a Jamaican…read morerestaurant. Now on to the review lol this place was introduced to me by boyfriend who swears this is the best Jamaican food in Jax and I will say he is right!! Granted I haven't had too many Jamaican spots in Jax but of the ones I have tried it is amazing. The flavor is undeniable and the portions are insane. The restaurant is cute and quiet with a very sweet woman working the front. I'll be back SOON!

Nothing beats authentic Jamaican food in my opinion. This place has all the the right flavors,…read morenice size portions and a nice variety of Jamaican juices and sodas

My family visited this cozy restaurant and it is decorated with island pictures and symbols…read more A very extensive menu with traditional Puerto Rican dishes. The night we went the 2 waitresses hopped from table to table and kept all in order. Sadly the signature dish, the sticking of the pot "el pegao" and the name of the restaurant was not available - what a shame! Ample parking

As part of a date night and pre-birthday night out, we'd heard good things about this place and…read moredecided to try them. Although it doesn't look like much from the outside, this hidden gem is a must if you're in the mood for authentic Caribbean food. Once you step inside you feel the ambience of a cozy Puerto Rican place with music to welcome you to the theme. We made it there for an early dinner, so the place wasn't crowded, but it looks like they offer live music for the evening audience. Our hostess and server was polite and friendly. And their menu was pretty good considering it's focus on the theme. We both decided to start with appetizers by ordering "empanadadilla" which was quite tasty and didn't feel like they skimp on the chicken filling which we chose. We both also went with a traditional dish, their mofongo with protein. I had the pernil (roast pork butt) and my wife had the mixed plate, which came with chicken, steak and shrimp! The meals also came with a house salad. Although I went with a simple soft drink, my wife tried their signature margarita. It was quite good, although it was a bit on the strong side. Everything was delicious and cooked perfectly, even the mofongo wasn't overly garlicy, which other times we've had it, it was. The decor was up to standard within the theme and music wasn't too loud. And surprisingly enjoyable overall. The best part was when getting the check, the prices were adequate for the amount of food we had. Didn't feel hungry at all when she came back to offer dessert. I would highly recommend this place and will be back if in the area again.