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Bonney's

4.5 (52 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 8:30 pm
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Half and half (chicken and pork)
Ingrid C.

I love a good fusion restaurant, and I definitely can't say I've been to a Filipino-Jamaican spot! I heard it's family run, and I saw some of the kids hanging around in the store which was cute. My friend ordered the BBQ pork ribs which were nice and smoky. Some of the meat was a bit charred, and it was not fall off the bone that I would've liked, but I really enjoyed the flavor profile. I got the half chicken, half pork combo. If you have a hard time choosing, this is the box to pick. The pork and chicken were both pretty flavorful, but again, a bit on the drier side. I wish there were some sauces we could pair with everything. Drinks were ok, and there is outdoor and indoor seating available. Prices are also in the $20 range, but you get A LOT of food. I think one box could feed 2 or 3 adults. ty for reading :3c

Jalen R.

I order the half and half jerk plate which is pork and chicken with tomato, potatoes, and slaw. I was surprised to see how huge the portions was for $20, this can be easily shared with 2 people. It also comes with hot sauce and a vinegar sauce. Everything was very flavorful and delicious, you can taste the char on the meat.

Peach Ginger Soursop and Jerk Chicken Lunch
Damian W.

I will say this is one of the most unique food combinations to open in the lovely town of Metuchen! Just think about it, the fusion of Jamaican and Filipino food was just a brilliant idea! I remember reading the article about them and I was so excited about them opening. I drove by location several times and then began following updates online until they finally opened. I've met the owners of Bonney's BBQ and they are very friendly and I've expressed my gratitude for this culinary adventure. It's definitely a great addition to the area and I really hope we will continue to support them. It's very clean inside and the food is being freshly made when you order it. I love how the drink menu changes on a regular basis and all the drinks I've gotten were a hit. You can also order online and pick up or visit them and dine in. The Jerk Chicken was very good and I enjoyed the curry beef lumpia too. They also have an affordable lunch special deal so please give them a try and you can thank me later!

Desiree F.

I stopped in this restaurant for a quick meal. When I arrived I parked on the street nearby. I walked into and cozy restaurant. I ordered with one of the owners the: Soursop Cranberry Ginger Curried Beef Lumpia Coconut Glazed Plantains Jerk Mushroom Jerk Chicken I really enjoyed the drink and the Lumpia the most! All in all a really good experience!

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Shana T.

I was dying to try this place out after seeing a video, being that it's a Jamaican and Filipino fusion food, something I've never had before. I made sure to stop on my way to AC, which they are located in Metuchen, NJ, and is literally right off the station stop as well. They are located on the corner, and you might miss them if you weren't really looking, but once inside, it's a cute spot with a laid-back seating/dining area and a bar-style counter as shown in the picture. It's family-run and very friendly. When we arrived, they were busy with customers inside and pickups. They do not have a large menu section, but I did get the half & half, sorrel drink, plantains, and lumpia. I truly enjoyed the plantains, which were sweet with the jackfruit, and the curry lumpia, which was crunchy and had a good flavor to it. Being that it's half Jamaican, I thought it would be spicier, but it was more on the mild side. The same for the jerk chicken and pork; they did have sauces on the side that helped a little but not much. The portion on the platter was generous, especially with the meat. As for the rice it came with, I wasn't too much of a fan; this seemed to be a Filipino rice dish. I really like the sorrel drink! I also liked that everything was made fresh to order, as the kitchen is open and you can see the chefs making your food, so there is a bit of a wait, which I don't mind at all! All the food was served in to-go containers, which is a good idea for leftovers. I would suggest that they try to use compostable products whenever possible, given everything was plastic. Overall, it wasn't bad, but unless I'm in the area, I wouldn't go out of my way.

Sorrel Kalamansi

I've been meaning to try Bonney's for sometime and stopped in right off the train from work. They were so kind and helped me pick a quick bite. I got the Beef Curried Lumpia and Sorrel Kalamansi to go and loved them both! I was so impressed with the flavors and how hot and crispy the lumpia was even after bringing it home. I wish I bought more. If you're even thinking about trying Bonney's just go! You won't be disappointed and you'll want to try everything.

Mariam -.

HIDDEN GEM!! This place delivered an absolutely unforgettable, next-level food experience. Part of me almost wants to keep it a secret. Jamaican-Filipino fusion might just be the most extraordinary combination out there, and we're incredibly lucky to have something this special in Metuchen--truly one of a kind. Such a welcoming space too, super cute. The meats are impossibly tender, literally falling off the bone, and the sauces are rich, vibrant, and deeply flavorful. Every bite was bold, perfectly balanced, and downright addictive. We ordered the jerk chicken, mango with plantains, and the cheese lumpia--and I'm still dreaming about it. I will absolutely be back. Please consider serving halal chicken so I can bring my parents along to experience this gem!! Also, the owners, Damion and Jeanne, are some of the most warm, genuine, and hardworking people you'll meet. There's something so special about connecting with the passionate artists behind such incredible food. Truly phenomenal all around.

Maya D.

The food was delicious and the service was great!! We were ordering takeout for a big family group, so they informed us there was a family sampler platter that we were able to order. That worked out perfect for us. The food was hot, fresh & flavorful. I would definitely go back.

Jerk chicken
Cheryl A.

We were visiting from California and stumbled upon Bonney's through instagram. The idea of combining Jamaican and Filipino food was something we just had to try. It was so good, we came back twice during our week in NJ. When we got there, we wanted to order the oxtail adobo but they only serve it during the weekend so we ordered the Jerk chicken, curry beef lumpia, and plantains w/ jackfruit. You definitely get your moneys worth with their portion size. The jerk chicken was so flavorful! The lumpia was different but amazing and the plantains were the perfect combination for all the savoriness. Over the weekend, we came back for the oxtail and ordered FOUR PLATES plus more lumpia and plantains. It was so good!! Also, shoutout to JC for giving us other recommendations around the area! Looking forward to our next visit to Jersey to eat here again!!

Laureen Y.

We came on a sunday and apple maps shows it opens at 11am but its wrong they dont open until 12pm. The door was slightly open and we were about to walk in and she told us they open at 12pm so we came back out and just waited until 12pm hit. We were only 20 minutes early from opening time. We wanted to order oxtail and shrimp but she said they didnt have it. We got half& half, curried beef lumpia, and coconut glazed plantains. We also ordered sopas but she forgot about it and just packed to go for us and gave us a sweet pudding dessert.

ChiChi A.

Decided to try this place because I heard that the Jerk chicken was a must have, welp they were right!!! The jerk chicken was amazing!!!!! Got the fried shrimp wasn't a fan unfortunately I didn't like that it was still shelled and hard to eat. The rice and cabbage is a great combination with the meals. The service was great and the atmosphere was very homey.

Corn Tiramisu.  Curry Lumpia.  Adobo Brisket.  Jerk Pork / Chicken Combo.
Lianne Melissa O.

Jeanne and Damion are the sweetest most welcoming couple that we love supporting! Ever since their soft opening they have been so patient and kind with all of their interactions. Their fun fusions are what keep me coming back for more to try their spin on Filipino Jamaican dishes. We've catered with them as well and there isn't a thing I would change about their menu. Great quality food for a good price. Looking forward to see how their business keeps growing and booming!

Spicy Peach Lassi
Gil V.

The food is so flavorful, and the service was insanely fast. Everything I had here, from the drinks to the plentiful serving of jerk chicken to the fire roasted sweet potato, was incredibly cooked, seasoned, and loaded up into what felt like a 3 lb to go container. Bonney's deserves to be a Metuchen staple.

Jerk Chicken, rice, cabbage and potato. Very tender

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From start to finish loved it! The sweet corn and blueberry drink was super yummy and the seafood kinilaw, a ceviche was delicious

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