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    Bamboo Garden

    3.3 (56 reviews)
    ModerateCaribbean, Chinese
    Open 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Very loud
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Tina C.

    In hopes of a taste of Guyana cuisine following a full morning of kayaking, with a friend, we replenished our stomachs for Curry Goat at $9.99. Time is of essence as the street parking Muni Meter restricted our dinning in experience for half hour. Disappointingly, service is extremely dismissive to our party and the lack of diet soda for my friend's liquid revelry preference. Personally, I do not intake soda of any genre since my teenage years, thus we both opt for water. I wanted to explore Caribbean cuisine as living in New York City entails a diversity of ethnic cultures. The Curry Goat was not entirely spawn hot on the spice index temperature. The name Bamboo Garden imbued a Chinese flair in Guyanese cuisine. First impression is a lasting impression... we were not greeted by a hostess upon our arrival to be seated at a table. When requesting for the check, no wait staff were in plain sight ergo we punted our physical presence at the cashier station for payment. Our bill was incorrectly plow at us blindly totaling $25.00 which we both vocally disputed this utter dismay charge. According to the takeout menu Curry Goat is $8.99 but not, so this case as the dinning in menu is priced excessively higher. We were ultimately given a second incorrect bill for Curry Chicken at $9.99 despite of consuming Curry GOAT, nevertheless it is the same price. The cashier is very inexperienced with operating the register who sneak to snake a scowl a callous rude face. The manager callously stated the takeout menu is priced "differently" aka lower as opposed to excessively higher prices for dinning in. All in all given our party of two's billing debacle, by choice, we refused to leave a gratuity of any amount. Bamboo Garden staff never made amends for this billing transgression debacle. We were ready to abate without further ado. No amount of food can ever be measured by QUALITY of customer service in the restaurant hospitality business!! EEK!

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    Marce F.

    I normally visit the Bamboo Garden Queens location, but went to the Bklyn location since I was in the area for an appointment. Customer service does not seems to be an importance at many West Indian restaurants. I'm West Indian myself and used to this "indifferent" attitude that many display, kind of like "barely answer your questions" or "answer in a way like you're bothering them even though you're patroning their establishment" type of way. In any case, as long as the food is good, I try to put MEH attitudes to the side. As I said before, at the Queens location, I normally order chow mein and it's always super delicious, full of flavor and vegetables. I ordered 2 dinners here, 1 chow mein and 1 Lo mein. The chow mein dinner was fine, but the lo mein dinner came with just cabbage, no other vegetables. Basically noodles fried up with some cabbage and served. I mean, what's wrong with veggies? I wasn't until I got home that I realized I receives a veggie-less dish, or else I would've simply asked to sprinkle some veggies on top. All in all, the food tasted okay. I think there's lots of room to improve on a customer service and food experience to make this a great destination in Canarsie-a neighborhood that's still lacking any upscale Caribbean restaurant last. You're not a bad place BG, but cutting corners doesn't get new or more customers. Refocus your goals, menu and make yourself a premier Caribbean spot in Canarsie. Call me for advice!

    Jermaine I.

    My favorite that I always get is the BBQ chicken fried rice with no egg it's a lot of food for under $10 it doesn't get better . The fried rice wasn't that bad just a little on the salty side enough to take note .The chicken was delicious I really enjoyed it especially with the sauce that it was in and their blend of hot sauce .

    Jannile W.

    The food is Great I had the House fried rice and I loved it the Portion is awesome I ate everything. I would definitely go back and soon.

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    Food was good need TLC inside but worth the drive. Can't wait for the queens opening.

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    Authentic food that is a staple in the neighborhood. I always recommend this restaurant if your in Canarsie.

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    I have been hanging here for 14 years great food I love karaoke great customer service very clean i love to party here as well

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    This is my go to place when I'm in the mood for Caribbean food. Always delicious and the staff is friendly.

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    The Islands - Oxtail

    The Islands

    4.2(834 reviews)
    4.4 miProspect Heights, Crown Heights
    $$

    Something about Caribbean food when the winter weather's frigid sounds dandy to me. Guess if you…read morecan't be somewhere tropical, eating tropical cuisine sure helps. Enter The Islands. It was sort of an odd time so the spacious restaurant wasn't very busy. We studied the menu for too long and after much deliberation, here's what we ordered, in order of spice level: - Oxtail ($35): Not spicy, super flavorful, "Trimmed and sliced chunks of oxtail seasoned freely with fresh spices and simmered to tender perfection." - Curry goat ($29): Mildly spicy, "Goat meat marinated and cooked in curry spices and herbs makes this an exotic dish." - Jerk chicken ($20): Apparently incredibly spicy so I steered clear of it, "A Jamaican delight. Spicy, delicious chicken baked with this unique combination of spices from the island." The dishes I could handle were excellent, with no drop of sauce left unmopped. On the sides front, the rice and beans, roti, steamed vegetables, and plantains were all tasty. The entree sizes were hearty. Our server seemed like a cool dude: easygoing with a sense of humor. It was kind of chilly in the restaurant, not sure if we were in a warmth dead zone or what. The bathroom was frog-themed which was a cute touch!

    "Deep in Brooklyn, hides the Caribbean"…read more Came here on sleepy Tuesday. Not many people in the restaurant but lots of take out going on. The friendly one woman staff helped seat us, recommend the dishes, made the drinks, prepped and served the food. It was all tasty. What's to cheer - Nice not to too sweet homemade rum punch - Solid, flavorful oxtail. Very island spiced and cooked well - Goat was also really strong - Reasonable prices - service with personality What's to jeer - they were out of the jerk chicken unfortunately which I really wanted to try - place is pretty low key and not swimming with ambience

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    Upstairs dining area at The Islands

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    Kokomo

    Kokomo

    3.9(1.1k reviews)
    6.7 miWilliamsburg - North Side
    $$$

    I will start by saying I love the ambiance of Kokomo. Staff here is always friendly and music is…read morealways great during service and after hours. Food took entirely too long to come out. 40 minutes for an appetizer is crazy... Once they arrived, they were all tasty. I wish I took photos of the food. We ordered the curry crab gyoza which was so flavorful and the ackee and saltfish shumai. The oxtail flatbread is very large and lots of meat. They don't skimp out. Biang biang Rasta noodles is served with oyster mushrooms (so good) and peppers. I added shrimp to mine. Very tasty and filling. But keep in mind that the noodles are not penne and they are I think fettuccine They must do better on their serving time. The restaurant was crowded. But it would be nice to have the expectation set that there will be a long wait.

    Went here for brunch with friends because the vibes looked great and reviews were solid. We had a…read morereservation right when they opened, but they were running about 20 minutes late -- not the best start. Once seated though, the space is beautiful. We were in a sunlit room and it really set the mood. Our server was great, and we ordered family-style. Just a heads up, they have a separate "Sunday drunch" menu so options are a bit limited. For apps, we got the curry crab gyoza which was a very small portion (6/10) and the roasted mushroom truffle flatbread which was the highlight of the meal (8.5/10). For mains, we tried the biang biang Rasta noodles with salmon (6/10) and the sofrino roasted chicken (5/10). Both were a bit underwhelming. I've heard their drinks are great but we didn't try any. Food-wise, I was a little disappointed, but still had a great time catching up with friends.

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    Stella's - Rice and Peas

    Stella's

    4.6(181 reviews)
    5.1 miPark Slope
    $$

    Really yummy food. Great service! And such a lovely Caribbean vibe. I highly recommend the dinner…read morefor two option. There's a great amount of food and everything is presented so beautifully. The oxtail was everyone's favorite. Cooked to perfection. Melt in your mouth. The curry goat was finished first so that'll give you an idea of how delicious it is. The fritters were a great app and pumpkin soup was delicious too.

    We were craving Caribbean food and I've been curious about trying this spot out for a while so when…read moremy husband suggested it was an easy Yes! I had their passion fruit lemonade which was refreshing and not overly sweet. For my entree I ordered their oxtails and rice and peas on the side. Their oxtails were cooked perfectly, the meat was falling off the bones. I would like it to be a bit more spicy and some more Lima bean but maybe thats just my own preference. When I asked for some spice the server brought us some pepper sauce which was exactly what I needed! My sister tried their jerk wings and mac and cheese. Their Mac and cheese is WOW. Definitely recommend! I didn't try their wings but I tried the sauce that comes with the wings and it had a lovely kick to it. For dessert we shared the Plantain Paradise and the ice cream paired so great with the plantains. It was vanilla ice cream but didn't taste like regular vanilla ice cream.. it had a nice rich texture . Service was great, the music was nice and although it was a bit cold in there they had a blanket per table which I thought was a cool concept.

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    Stella's - The inside

    The inside

    Stella's - Rice and Peas

    Rice and Peas

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    Stella's tasting plate (serves 2)

    The Simpson Restaurant & Bar - BK - Mac & cheese

    The Simpson Restaurant & Bar - BK

    3.8(555 reviews)
    5.1 miFort Greene, Prospect Heights
    $$$

    9.5/10 for the vibe, ambiance, and service -- and a full 10/10 for the food…read more I'm not a picky eater, but I've had some really disappointing oxtail lately, so I was hoping for the best here. I'm Dominican so I know oxtail pretty well and have made it myself. Thankfully, this place absolutely delivered. The oxtail was perfectly slow-braised, tender, and falling right off the bone -- exactly how it should be. Absolutely amazing. Of course I had the rice and peas, plus some veggies. A few of the veggies were slightly overcooked, but still flavorful and enjoyable. The drinks looked incredible, but I went with the rum punch and loved it. It was a little sweet, but super flavorful, strong, and definitely worth ordering again. For dessert, I had the Hennessy cheesecake, which was rich, decadent, and unbelievably delicious. There were three of us dining, and we all left completely satisfied -- with take-home containers because the portions are VERY generous. The only thing that bothered me a bit was that our server seemed to focus most of her attention on my friend. She is Jamaican, and because I look like a white American woman, I felt a little overlooked at times, even when I had several requests myself. We also had to look for her a couple of times while she was sitting with a group nearby. That said, everyone overall was very nice and welcoming. The bussers especially stood out -- they checked on us often, kept everything clean, and even greeted me in Spanish, which I appreciated. Overall, I really enjoyed my experience and will definitely be back with more people next time.

    The moment we walked in, I knew we were in for an amazing culinary experience. It was my birthday…read moreweekend, and we were in New York for an extended stay. For my hubby, Brooklyn is home - and we always love exploring the new places the city has to offer when we visit. We had reservations, and were seated within 10 minutes, which was reasonable. The place was packed - everyone was in high spirits, and I was ready to taste some of the best Caribbean cuisine in the region. My hubby's best friend - a Brooklyn resident, joined us. He had been to the restaurant a few times - and had good things to say. We were not disappointed. I had the Brown Stew Red Snapper - *chef's kiss*. Hubby had the iconic Jerk Oxtail over Macaroni & Cheese Pie! The English language cannot convey the beauty of that combination! Tender, tender oxtail, falling off the bone with the creamy, cheesy mac & cheese! He wanted to savor that dish another day, so he got a to-go bag and took it back to the hotel! (I couldn't help but clean my plate - I was obsessed with the fish!) Our friend enjoyed the Hennessy Fried Shrimp (not pictured) - one of his favorite dishes at the restaurant. It looked delicious as well. For drinks, I had the Bob Marley cocktail. A colorful drink - flavorful - and effective! There were people celebrating their birthdays throughout the night - and the wait staff goes IN! I was enjoying watching at least 10 people receive the Stevie Wonder "Happy Birthday" song while we were there. Imagine my surprise when it was my turn! My birthday was the day before, and we had already celebrated in Manhattan. Having two special recognition events made the evening that much more special! Shout out to the Simpson crew who came with the song, the rhythm, the sparkling cake, and the good vibes! My 70th birthday was exceptional - without a doubt. The Simpson added the touch I needed. We'll definitely go back next time we're in Brooklyn!

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    The Simpson Restaurant & Bar - BK - Jerk Oxtail Over Macaroni & Cheese Pie

    Jerk Oxtail Over Macaroni & Cheese Pie

    The Simpson Restaurant & Bar - BK - Slow Braised Oxtail and Butter Beans

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    Peppas Jerk Chicken

    Peppas Jerk Chicken

    3.5(26 reviews)
    5.1 miPark Slope

    Nice spot serving traditional Jamaican dishes. I know the other restaurants in Brooklyn, but this…read morewas my first time visiting this particular one. Upon arrival the restaurant is very clean, and the service was fast. There is a dine in area as well. The woman who took my order was very patient , and personable. I ordered a brown stew fish, cabbage and 3 small soups. Everything came out to about $49. The chicken soup was very good . The cabbage was also very good. The fish on the other hand was very salty and not worth the $20 charge (fish with no sides). I get it the area etc etc but for the price the food should be top notch. The other establishments are much better. Would I return.....I don't think so .

    Lunch pick up around 1 a.m. ish. Was welcomely greeted when…read moreI walked in to this small yet cozy eatery. I ordered a large Just (Jerk) Chicken with extra sauce. Escovitch fish meal which came with plantains, rice and peas, and spinach. Everything was still warm and tasty when I arrived home. The order was packaged nicely. Definitely, nice portions for the prices. Place is clean. Staff is friendly, informative, and service was amazing. It takes about 10 minutes for the fish since they make it to order. I will soon be back and may have them do some catering orders for me( usually order from the location on flatbush). Pop in if you ever get in the area and want some hot warming food.

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    Peppas Jerk Chicken - The restaurant.

    The restaurant.

    Peppas Jerk Chicken - Stew Oxtail with steam cabbage, spinach and fried plantain

    Stew Oxtail with steam cabbage, spinach and fried plantain

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