Located in the old Woodlake Tavern location, in old North Sacramento, and across the street from the iconic old skating rink. Calabash Caribbean, brings to you delicious Caribbean cuisines and drinks and that'll make you wanting to come back from more. My girlfriend recently celebrated her birthday, and I decided to take her out to new places for both of us, for both lunch and dinner. And dinner lead us here with our family and friends. The owner happily greeted us and sat us at our table for 10, in the main dinning area and near the bar. Because it was everyone's first time here so took some time to look over everything Calabash had to offer. We started off with drinks and then appetizers, and evening dinner. And we ordered the folowing: Drinks: Jamaican Mule Sauvignon Blanc Pineapple & Ginger Island Punch (x2) Appetizers: Bean soup (Complimentary) Mac &Cheese Coconut Shrimp Tostones Maduros (x2) Calabash Wings (Jamaican Jerk) Jamaican Rice & Peas (x4) Main dishes: Curry Chicken Sea Bass Fried Chicken (x2) Whole Snapper (Escovitch) Whole Snapper (steamed w/veg) Everything was absolutely de-lic-ious! From the drinks, to the appetizers, to the main dishes; everything was great. The drinks were made fresh and so were the dishes. Because so, things take a little time to arrive, but it's all definitely worth the wait. My personal favorite appetizer was the Maduros, which I absolutely love, and they were perfectly cooked. And I also had the Escovitch Whole snapper, and I purposely saved half so I could have it for the next day, lol. Overall: Amazing Caribbean drinks & dishes, paired with friendly amd welcoming staff. I will definitely be back for more. read more

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The food was chef's kiss, the service was great. I will DEFINITELY be back for more. Love to see a black owned restaurant thrive. Congratulations !!! read more

I was craving chicken, and their outdated website menu, I later learned, listed some tantalizing options the restaurant no longer offers. I chose the one chicken dish--other than wings--that was available, and it was very good. I genuinely want this place to succeed, and I want Yelp readers to give it a try, so I'm writing this with management in mind. Hire professionals with real restaurant experience rather than relying solely on family and friends. There was a sense of imitating fine dining based on what they've seen on TV or in movies, but not from actual industry experience. Uniforms or name tags would also help distinguish staff from customers. read more

First time here and as expected, the food here is very good. The brown stew chicken was very flavorful and chicken is dall.off the bone tender. Dessert tonight for us was a piece of limoncello cake that is also amazing. Soft, sweet, citrusy and so smooth to eat. The service is also remarkable. Grace is the epitome. Of gratefulness. The ambiance leans towards upscale. Very well appointed didning room. read more

Calabash Caribbean - Brown stew chicken - Caribbean Near Me - Sacramento, California

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The staff is so nice, complimentary soup is sooo good and such a nice touch, and all the food we've had in our two visits there is freaking incredible and packed with good flavors. Would come here not expecting fast service but a nice casual time like eating at someone's house (the besssttt). Mac and cheese: This may be my favorite mac and cheese??? Not too salty, good roux, cheesy and creamy, no frills but done with care, it's all I could want. Pumpkin soup: Coconut milk creamy and savory with textured greens, sweetness from squash and onions, sublime. Goat curry: A lot of small bones but makes you take your time with this flavorful dish would recommend getting with the side of rice and beans so u can soak up that sauce (but srsly watch out for the bones). Jerk chicken: Flavorful, juicy, tender. Doesn't really need the bbq sauce but it's nice to have the option in case your palate preference is different! Pine and ginger drink: pineapple juice and a strong ginger soda, very delicious! One day I'll have space for dessert... read more

This restaurant is trash. Waited an hour for my food and ultimately left with nothing in hand. No customer at the restaurant to cause the delay and no communication on reason for the hold up. Just sat there mostly in silence. Cost mw over an hour I could have spent with my kids before a long work trip. Horrendous customer service. Don't waste your time. read more

On the corner of an art deco building and with red velvet roped entrance path, Calabash was looking to be something special! It had been a long time since I had authentic Jamaican cuisine, so was committed to dive in! The waiter was calm but attentive, a bit nervous only because he asked us if this was our first time at the restaurant and he wanted it to be a "beautiful " experience. Plenty of options on the menu but I had to go for the traditional jerk chicken and some sweet plantains, a Jamaican Mule and my friend had the Red Snapper with Escovitch sauce and salty plantains on the side and a Ting & Rum cocktail. They started us with a fantastic hot soup that was so good I wanted more, brilliant spicing and flavor, bold and savory. The seating was comfortable and the reggae music was flowing, all hail the good vibes of Bob Marley 'Mon! The decor was modern and classy with cloth table cloths and real flowers made it feel pampered. The jerk chicken was very moist and perfectly cooked with a crispy skin rich with a spice rub and the sauce was addictive, strong and deep in flavor with some heat sting but not overpowering. The sweet plantains were also cooked to perfection, caramel ones and juicy, fresh and warm. The red snapper came as a whole fish layered in vegetables and some fantastic sauce that was light but just right to not overwhelm the fish.. the fish was top tier tasty and also cooked to still be juicy and tender but not overdone, and the salty plaintains were like giant hearty potato cookies, a great meal overall! Very happy to visit this new place and worth the trip to have a truly memorable meal! Definitely a repeat restaurant! The meals were sizable and expect most will be leaving with a to go box, the snapper had one side left and would be a whole meal, which they provided a nice tin container for! First class operation! read more

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PASS. This is the worst Jamaican food I've had. We ordered the curry goat, Rasta pasta, grilled jerk chicken and fried green plantains. Curry Goat - Very chewy and gaming. The gaminess from the go overpowered the curry and just the overall flavor. Also there was not enough gravy to actually taste it by itself. It's almost as if I got what was left at the bottom of the pot. Very sad curry goat is my favorite comfort meal. Jerk Chicken - Very very disappointing. One I was not aware that the sauce would be on the side. Then just give me small ramekin (like the kind get to go) for 3/4 pieces of chicken. The cook of the chicken was good but no seasoning once so ever. You literally relied on the grill to season your chicken and the sauce. The sauce was very disappointing never had I have I ever had someone give me Sweet Baby Rays BBQ sauce and call it jerk. There was nothing jerk about this dish ONCE. SO. EVER. Just grilled drum stick and a thigh at regular BBQ sauce. Plantains - Dry and NO Rasta Pasta - Just plain noodles, plain cheese sauce with a couple peppers. I had to use what little sauce I had from my curry goat to season and moisten this dish. Call me spoiled, I'm new here, born and raised in Chicago where we jerk EVERYTHING in our sleep and lived in NYC have the pleasure of having very close Jamaican, Trini and Haitian friends. Maybe this place cater its authentic flavors and recipe's to their location and demographic...IDK but there will be no second chance from us. It just seems like someone had Caribbean food for the first time on a resort or cruise and decided to open a restaurant. Or maybe takeout they don't care what they put out. read more

Calabash Caribbean - Curry Goat and Rasta Pasta - Caribbean Near Me - Sacramento, California

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My dad and I came here for our Sunday daddy-daughter dinner date, and I can honestly say this was one of the best dining experiences we've had! The food was absolutely amazing--every bite was packed with flavor. The drinks were just as good and definitely didn't disappoint. They were strong, delicious, and worth every penny. While this isn't the cheapest place to eat, it's 100% worth the price for the quality of the food, drinks, and overall experience. The restaurant itself is beautiful. The interior design made me feel like I was dining in a luxury 5-star restaurant. It has such an elegant atmosphere while still feeling warm and welcoming. The service made the experience even better. Our waitress, Grace, was incredible. She was so kind and attentive, checking on us at just the right times without making us feel rushed or interrupted. LP, the manager, also stopped by our table to make sure everything was perfect and that we were enjoying our meal, which really showed how much they care about their guests. Overall, we had an amazing time, and I can't recommend this place enough. If you're looking for incredible Caribbean food, great drinks, beautiful ambiance, and outstanding customer service, you have to give this place a try. We'll definitely be back! read more

Calabash Caribbean - Caribbean Manhattan - Caribbean Near Me - Sacramento, California

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wanted to like this food, but everything went downhill the moment the chef served me old chicken. When I called him out on it, he immediately tried to lie and claim it was fresh. Then, realizing he couldn't pull one over on me, he turned right around and admitted it was actually old. Beyond the obvious health hazard, I have zero tolerance for dishonesty from the person preparing my meal. Bottom line: this restaurant is completely untrustworthy, and I won't be back. read more

Food was great. Seemed like they were still trying to figure everything out. Had no alcohol except Vodka. They should loose the paper napkins and plastic table clothes. We went a little dressed up and felt over dressed. Hope they do a little more for ambiance. read more

My husband and I walked in and the place was nice and clean. The waiter was in the back and came out and told us to sit wherever we wanted. As we sat, he came out with water. He was very personable and friendly.. We placed our order.. Food came out hot and delicious.. Waiter gave us a complimentary pumpkin soup.. it was good. We also had a pine and ginger drink (non-Alchol)! It was delicious I would definitely return...... read more

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Don't pass this place UP!!! From my time spent in Jamaica and St. Lucia, this is the only restaurant that comes close to the island flavors! The staff were wonderful, polite, and absolutely professional. The place is warm and welcoming and very upscale. We couldnt wait to dig in. What we had: Curry chicken with rice and peas - phenomenal dish, curry chicken was bursting with flavors and the rice and peas were a perfect compliment . Chefs kiss! Fried chicken and Mac - Fried chicken was a huge portion that was fried to perfection but yet still juicy! And the Mac and cheese was smacking! We will definitely be back! And we're bringing the crew! read more

Calabash Caribbean - Caribbean Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Amazing high end dining experience here. Ordered the oxtail and Caribbean fried chicken, great combo. Also married it to the virgin pineapple ginger juice. Also had one of the best red pea soups in my life here. Can't afford it every day but was worth bringing my girl here. Came here for a 2nd visit. The bar tender was outstanding, and ordered the jerk chicken with a side of rasta pasta. Simply sublime. Couldn't make it on vacation this year, but this food took me away. They just earned a repeat customer. read more

The ambience was pretty chill with the Jamaican music playing in the background. The complimentary soup was very good and full of flavor. The jerk wings were fantabulous in flavor and were perfectly seasoned. The oxtails were out of this world. The macaroni and cheese was off the chain, and the plantains were incredibly delicious. The pina colada juice was very refreshing and had the perfect level of sweetness. For dessert, I had pistachio cake, which was simply amazing. Without a doubt, the food was made with love. Many blessings be to this fine establishment. read more

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This is a new business and I will say that the food is really flavorful. It's absolutely amazing. The aesthetics is really nice. It's really pretty. the staff is very friendly. The only thing I can say is I would give them another chance. It took a really long time to get our food, they were having an event and it's a new business so I would give them another chance. I am gonna go there again read more

Calabash Caribbean - Caribbean Near Me - Sacramento, California

We had the Jamaican style curry goat. It was spicy and tasted amazing. It by far is my favorite dish and recommend it. There is no spice level that I can recall, so if you're not into spicy, watch out. We also had the curried fish. Was also delish. My husband and I went when it was slow, so I'm not sure how the service would be otherwise, but they were attentive and suggested dishes for us. The location feels romantic because of the lighting, but I feel like it was casual. If you're living in DPH or downtown area, definitely hit up this spot. read more

We are always looking for brick and mortar businesses and this is a gem! Recommend by a friend we decided to have lunch today and we are delighted that we did! We each enjoyed the Curry Goat ( red beans and rice l fried plantains and a warm cabbage slaw. The service was great and the quantity is plentiful. Inside it's bright and cheery. We will be back. read more

The food did not disappoint. The oxtail just melted in your mouth. The flavor was epic. By the end of my meal, there was no fried chicken left on the plate lol. The service was great. The ambiance was low-key, very clean and put together. Great spot to visit in Del Paso Heights. read more

Calabash Caribbean - Fried Chicken - Caribbean Near Me - Sacramento, California

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I'm a foodie and a vibe snob, and this place checks every box. The mocktails taste like you're on a Caribbean vacation - fresh, layered with flavor, and crafted. The food is always plated beautifully. The fried whole snapper and jerk chicken were seasoned perfectly, the mac & cheese is baked to perfection, and the portions are more than generous - you definitely leave full and happy. JP, the owner, provides exceptional service and makes you feel like a valued guest every single time. The chefs even come out to check on you and make sure everything is exactly how you like it, which is rare and so appreciated. The ambience is cozy and beautiful, and they also have a lovely outdoor event space - I'm actually planning my large birthday party and I'm so excited about it. I've been here at least five times and it has never disappointed me. This is one of my top recommendations in the city, especially for a nice date night or a grown, chill evening with friends. read more

I was visiting from out of town and stopped here on a whim after finding the restaurant online. I was absolutely blown away by the ambiance, service, and fantastic food quality. The gentlemen serving us today were kind, super engaging, and provided excellent service. Whoever is in charge of this gem has fostered a fantastic team attitude. The immediate ambiance of the place was great. High class Caribbean feel, great music, cozy and inviting. Walking around a little bit, they have a great catering event space and a super cool indoor/outdoor atrium too! The food sounded amazing on the menu, and proceeded to exceed expectations. We had the coconut shrimp, Jamaican curry goat, and seafood pepper pot. Every bite was fantastic and every meat and seafood was cooked to perfection. There is a lot of talent in that kitchen and this place deserves its praise. If you're in sac, visit this place. One of the best meals I've had in this town, and I will definitely be back! read more

Popped in on a Tuesday night for dinner. First time at Calabash. Greeted warmly. Seated at booth. Ordered curried goat with garlicky kale. Meal was flavorful and tasty. Couldn't resist dessert. Pistachio ricotta cake. Nice (not too sweet) end to the meal. Server (J.P.) was attentive, after I asked about the size of the space, offered a brief you. Aside from the eleven tables in main dining room, there is a beautiful outdoor patio space large enough for 200, a small pizza/burger den, and a small room for private dining or gathering. The main dining room was a perfect blend of clean, modern room warmly accented with Caribbean-inspired artwork and lively music. I can't think of anything missing but a Red Stripe. read more

The food is amazing. The wife and I waltzed in on a Friday evening wanting to support a new small business and, while initially dismayed they weren't serving alcohol yet, we were very glad we decided to stay. The food was delicious. Their coconut shrimp is legitimately the best I've had. The jerk chicken had a simple, traditional seasoning that permeated every bite of chicken with flavor. It's a young, new family-run business with real talent in the kitchen. You'll be glad you gave them a try! read more

Amazing food, great service, very nice ambiance. We would absolutely visit again. The jerk chicken well seasoned, brown stew was delicious.

Great service and friendly staff. Food was very flavorful. Like a burst of Caribbean food with every bite. I felt like I was on vacation.

OMG...I'm back at Calabash! I couldn't wait to get off the plane, jump in the taxi and get here. The last time I was here (6 weeks ago) was my first time. It was absolutely AMAZE-BALLS! From the service to the music to the food, everything screamed authentic! I had the lentil soup, jerked chicken, rice and peas, and sweet plantain. All of it was the best Jamaican food I've ever had outside of Jamaica! The personal chef style service and curated music playlist sent my experience over the top! I told the staff I would be back for sure and guess what he remembered me when I walked in today. I'll be sure to tell you about this second experience at my new fav Jamaican spot in America! read more

The food was so good and seasoned and the service was excellent. I will definitely be back. It also was upscale & the setup was very nice. read more

Calabash Caribbean - Rice & Peas, Brown Stew Chicken, Mac & Cheese, Jerk Chicken - Caribbean Near Me - Sacramento, California

I'm updating my review bc the owners acknowledged the mistake and gave me a refund. I did like the food so I will DoorDash again. I thought the Mac and cheese was fire and the chicken was yummy too. I'll be back to try the Jamaican rice and peas. read more

Calabash Caribbean - Jamaican jerk chicken. - Caribbean Near Me - Sacramento, California

We were greeted with warmth and attentive service on a slower Sunday afternoon. This is a newer restaurant in Sacramento and I wanted to come to try their fish. I was very very impressed and pleased with everything this restaurant has to offer. The owner, JP, was so welcoming and very easy to chat with. He started us off with complimentary red bean soup and I enjoyed the light flavors very much. Secondly, the fish I ordered (whole snapper) was cooked perfectly, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The flavor pairings were also what I expected. I recommend asking JP or another staff about the preparation in order to get the best option for you. The plantains were crispy and delicious, not too salty. Additionally the drinks were very well made, I got the pineapple and ginger drink and it had very good balance of both ingredients. JP even replaced my partner's Mint Julep with the drink I ordered as he said he might have made it too sour. At the end of our meal, he gave us a tour of the restaurant and I am looking forward to seeing how it continues to expand and develop. Very beautiful and clean space! He sent us off each with a rose , a kind and unexpected gesture. I will definitely be coming back several times to try what I couldn't fit into my stomach. read more

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The pumpkin soup was tasty. The whole snapper (Escovitch) and Mac and cheese were also good. Beware of the jerk wings starter (pictured) b/c ours was clearly tossed in American style BBQ sauce and tasted like it: No, it was not April Fools Day. The waiter defended these as "jerk wings." read more

Calabash Caribbean - Jerk Wings Starter/Appetizer - Caribbean Near Me - Sacramento, California

I'm Caribbean and this is the best Jamaican food I've had outside of the south . It was a bit empty so I hope they continue going strong. It's sister companies with du plate. read more

Calabash Caribbean - Stew chicken, rice and peas - Caribbean Near Me - Sacramento, California

Went there for my birthday with my girls & the service was top tier , the food was so tasty , the vibes were friendly ! 10/10.

New restaurant in Sacramento decided to come check out this new restaurant in Sacramento food selection: whole red snapper rice and peas, jerk, chicken, wings, kale, and garlic with complementary chicken soup The wings & kale were my fav The garlic kale is a must!!! Also tried the Jamaican sorrel which was really good get it!!! Service: the service was very warm and welcoming from the time you walk in the door you are greeted by a nice young lady. The staff also walks around and introduces themselves and gets to know your name which is very professional. Everything came out fresh in a timely manner cook to order the chef himself even came out to greet us and ask me how I would like my fish prepared and gave me a sample of this really good brown stew sauce. The service was greatly appreciated and top-tier, very professional. Ambience : Jamaica meets , fine dining decor Here is very nice. Very comfortable. Very nice table settings and a nice bar area if you are dining alone or don't want a table. Conclusion : I've had some really good Jamaican food so it's very hard to impress me, but I will say this Jamaican food has a Jamaican American type feel , but they definitely did good with the style of cooking from the fish to the rice and peas to the wings I will definitely come back for more wings and to try the mac & cheese and Rasta pasta and definitely for that Jamaican sorrel thanks for your good service I wish u guys much success FOODIE APPROVED! read more

This place is top level. The food, service and environment are outstanding. That pepper pot - WOW!

The ambiance was very nice. The service was warm, comfortable and welcoming. The chef served us complimentary Chicken and Vegetable Soup to start and Chocolate Cake to end the meal. Everything we tried was delicious. We had the Coconut Shrimp, Stamp and Go Fritters, Jamaican Goat Curry w/Salted Green Plantains, Oxtails and Butter Beans w/Jamaican Rice and Peas and a side of Baked Mac & Cheese. At the end of the meal we were even invited to tour the kitchen. Unfortunately, we did not have time for the tour but we were sure to let chef know that next time we come, we will take him up on the offer of the tour. Highly recommended! This place is new and definitely worth a try. We really loved the experience read more

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We went here on a Friday evening with the kids and had such a great experience. The food was incredible. I've been on the hunt for amazing fried chicken ever since South closed. Tori's Place also makes excellent fried chicken, but it's a bit of a trek for us--so to find something this good right in the neighborhood feels like a dream. Perfectly crispy and full of flavor. But the real star for me was the jerk chicken...I didn't even get a picture because I couldn't stop eating it. It came with extra sauce on the side and I seriously could've drunk it, it was that good. For sides, we tried the salty green plantains (excellent) and the jasmine rice, which had the slightest hint of sweetness that paired perfectly with the chicken. Since we had the kids with us, we kept the sides simple, but I saw other tables getting a variety that I can't wait to try next time. The staff was so kind and welcoming, and the atmosphere is beautiful. The AC was blasting, which felt amazing! So many restaurants have been slacking on that during this heat wave, so it was a real treat to actually feel comfortable while dining. I also peeked at the back patio, and it looks stunning--I can't wait to come back and enjoy it. The food did take a little while, but honestly, good fried chicken should. We were also early on a Friday, so I think we might have been warming up the kitchen. Everything I saw going out to other tables seemed timely. And truly, it was worth the wait once we took that first bite. So glad this spot opened in the neighborhoo, it's an absolute gem and I can't wait to come back. read more

Calabash Caribbean - Fried chicken and salty green plantains - Caribbean Near Me - Sacramento, California

I went there on April 16 2026 the customers service was intact. The food was prepared perfect the area was clean so peaceful . When you want a peace of mind go to calabash restaurant any food you need it right their read more

Calabash Caribbean - Jerk chicken sweet plantain seam vegetable oxtail steam fish smash potatoes so good - Caribbean Near Me - Sacramento, California

My wife and I noticed a new restaurant opened up on Arden & Del Paso driving by one day and figured we'd give it a shot seeing it's a Caribbean food joint. We tried the beef & vegetable dumpling soup, stamp & go fritters, coconut shrimp and a delicious Jamaican Sorrel drink to wash it down. Overall it was all delicious and had great unique flavors. Next time we'll try another drink and jerk chicken & fish or possibly Rasta pasta and sweet fried plantains. My wife and I both wish they had some happy hour drinks but they don't have an alcohol license yet unfortunately. Other than that I'd recommend this place for the great service, flavors and beautiful interior and location. read more

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This dining experience was EVERYTHING‼ Out in a brother/sister date hanging out in Sac (from The Bay), and fell across this gem of a menu, restaurant, and service. We ordered 5 or 6 items from the menu, and all of them were prepared and delivered efficiently, well seasoned and tasty! The authentic carribean flow is definitely at Calabash Carribean! I HIGHLY recommend them‼ read more

Great atmosphere and vibe. The service was excellent and very authentic Caribbean food. It was delicious!