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Callaloo Cafe

4.9 (13 reviews)
Closed • 1:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)

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Sara C.

Absolutely BOMB!! A rare Caribbean gem outside of Queens/Bk.. they're open until late LATE! The meal we had was delicious. We ordered the busupshut & dhalpuri roti along w/ chicken curry-- not spicy & came along w/ channa -- excellent flavors from Trini-- felt like I was back in Ozone park stuffin my face again. We also ordered the side of spicy jerk chicken -- still tender & flavorful at 11p!! Fresh& hot food, clean spot. Family owned. This is my go to when we visit. I'm drooling thinking abt the food & writing this review

Jerk Chicken (Legs&thighs).
Dominic T.

100% coming back again, definitely try this place out. Went in expecting regular Caribbean food, and finished wishing I had more. Everything tasted fresh. Jerk chicken was bbq'd nicely and seasoned great. Had that compounding spice that had me sweatin just the right amount. Mac and cheese was awesome. Perfect texture, not runny or chunky, just right. Not sure what the spinach dish was, but was like creamed spinach with no cream and great spices. Enjoyed it very much. Service was quick enough. Owner gave good vibes.

Vegan bowl
Vishu C.

There aren't too many Trinidadian spots in Cleveland, so Callaloo filled a large hole in my heart. Kelvin, the owner, was lovely and gave me massive servings for my 13 dollar vegan bowl. I'd never tried callaloo (the stew of greens) before, but it was delicious with a kick to it, and the okra, cabbage and chickpeas were fire. My friend also liked her jerk chicken (which was also MASSIVE and lasted her at least two meals). Will be back for more!

Jerk Chicken (Legs&thighs)
Brian B.

10/10 recommend! Everyone was kind, the food smelled and looked amazing, fresh. Demi he ours portions but very filling! Normally not a fan of Mac but something told me to get it and I like the "twang" this dish had! Would suggest!

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4 months ago

Great food, the jerk chicken, jerk salmon and Mac and cheese are amazing. Can't wait to try the snapper too!

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1 year ago

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1 year ago

Delicious food! You can smell how fresh it is. You feel like family. They're so helpful and kind. Great food! A truly hidden gem.

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1 year ago

Great food. Great service. So far I've tried the curried goat, eggplant and ribs. Looking forward to forward to trying other dishes.

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2 years ago

Amazing food consistently. Some of the best smocked chicken wings I have had. Staff is friendly and helpful. Food is great.

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Taste of Jamaica - ITS DRY AND HARD THEY ARE SICK TO EVEN SERVE THIS

Taste of Jamaica

4.0(92 reviews)
3.9 mi
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Absolutely delicious very generous helping, very affordable. The staff is absolutely fantastic and…read morefrom the music to the design in the restaurant by far probably the best experience, I felt like I was in Jamaica. If you're in the area or local in mayfield and haven't tried ever before you're missing out! Tasha is the best!

Pretty good Jamaican food near me in Lyndhurst! I am a fan of Jamaican food as a whole (Gar and Mar…read moreis the best sit-down place and Irie Jamaican is the best take out place in Cleveland). But I am no expert. I ordered a large portion of jerk chicken, rice and beans, and steamed cabbage. The large gives 3 chicken portions instead of 2. I am out of food at home since I am leaving to go out of the country for almost two weeks but still needed food for today and tomorrow so I got the large so I could have leftovers. The large was $17. My financial and calorie budgets didn't allow me to also get a patty but they did look delish! My to go order was ready for me 3 minutes after I ordered it so I left to eat half at home. My car started smelling a little like cigarettes with the food in the car, for some reason. As a non-smoker, I wasn't thrilled having that smell in my car for the 10 minute drive back home. Isn't take out food supposed to make your car smell enticing and wonderful? Well, hopefully the food tasted better than it smelled! And it did! I liked both the jerk chicken and the rice and beans better at Irie. The jerk chicken I had a month or so ago at Irie was life changing! This place puts way too much sauce on everything. And it was a little too spicy for me! However, the steamed cabbage better at Taste of Jamaica! The large portion did provide me with leftovers that I will eat for lunch tomorrow so I am happy for that! I enjoyed my food at Taste of Jamaica overall, but for a dollar or two more, I'll get my craving at Irie. But the food here is good though and made very quickly so don't be deterred if you intend on trying this place out!

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Taste of Jamaica - Jerk chicken with rice and beans and cabbage

Jerk chicken with rice and beans and cabbage

Taste of Jamaica - Outside as of MARCH 2026

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Outside as of MARCH 2026

Dalia’s Caribbean Kitchen - Oxtail and rice.

Dalia’s Caribbean Kitchen

4.9(25 reviews)
54.7 mi

I don't say this lightly...this is the real deal…read more I'm originally from South Florida, and I've spent time in Jamaica, so I'm very picky when it comes to Caribbean food. I've had a lot of "close enough" over the years...but this? This is authentic. This is the kind of food that makes you pause midbite and just nod. Dalia's isn't your typical restaurant, and that's part of what makes it so special. It's set inside what feels like a home, and when you walk in, that's exactly the experience...you're not just a customer, you feel like a guest. It's warm, personal, and genuinely welcoming in a way you just don't find in most places anymore. And I have to say...everything is spotless. You can tell she takes pride not just in her food, but in the space she's inviting you into. And she carries that same care into the food. I've been here multiple times, and what impresses me most is the consistency. You know how some places wow you the first time, then slowly fall off? Not here. Every single visit, the food has been just as good as the last. That alone is rare. Now let's talk about the oxtail... Fall-off-the-bone tender, rich, deeply seasoned...but perfectly balanced. Not overly spicy, not bland...just enough heat to remind you you're eating proper Jamaican food. And unlike a lot of places, you actually get meat here. Generous, satisfying portions that feel like someone cooked this for you on purpose. The rice (and yes, it's seasoned beautifully...more like a classic Caribbean rice than traditional peas and rice) is the perfect base, especially when you ask for a little extra of that brown sauce over the top. Trust me on that. The cabbage has a nice little kick to it, cooked just right...not soggy, not raw. The plantains? Sweet, caramelized, exactly what you want them to be. And I have to mention the mac & cheese because it surprised me in the best way. Creamy, with a perfect cheese pull, but not heavy or overwhelming. It's balanced...comforting without being too much. One of the things that really stood out to me is the quality of the meat. I actually asked her about it, and she sources locally from a farm...which explains a lot. You can taste the difference. Also, pro tip: call ahead. Her food is fresh and made with care, and she does sell out. I usually let her know what day I'm coming and what I want, and she's always incredibly accommodating and kind about it. The first time I came, she even gave me a sample plate with a little bit of everything...and there wasn't a single thing on that plate I wouldn't order again. This place isn't just a restaurant...it's an experience. It feels like sitting in someone's home, being fed with pride, skill, and love. Honestly? It's a hidden gem, and places like this are getting harder to find. I'll be back again...and again.

The food is absolutely Caribbean flavored. The service and ambiance makes you feel like you're in…read morethe Bahamas. Highly recommended. ENJOY

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Dalia’s Caribbean Kitchen - Front counter looking into kitchen

Front counter looking into kitchen

Dalia’s Caribbean Kitchen - Oxtail plate

Oxtail plate

Dalia’s Caribbean Kitchen - Some of the front porch seating w/ Caribbean music. Good vibe

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Some of the front porch seating w/ Caribbean music. Good vibe

Gar and Mar Jamaican American Cuisine - Oxtail Med with Rice and Peas and Steamed Cabbage

Gar and Mar Jamaican American Cuisine

4.4(62 reviews)
17.4 mi

A great spot that serves delicious and reasonably priced food!…read more I got the large curry chicken meal ($13) and a beef patty ($3). The curry chicken meal came with a few pieces of chicken, cabbage, plantains, and rice & peas. Everything on the plate was delicious. The chicken was juicy and tender, and it was flavorful but not too spicy. I really enjoyed the plantains, which had the perfect amount of sweetness. And I'm not typically the biggest fan of cabbage, but I like the way Gar and Mar cooks and seasons theirs. But oh my God, THE BEEF PATTY. Next time I come here, I might just make my meal a bunch of beef patties. The curry chicken was good, but the beef patty was absolutely fantastic. The crust was so buttery and flaky, and the filling so flavorful and well-spiced. The patty was so good that I ordered another one for "dessert," though the patty is very much savory. It was a good amount of food for under $20. The staff was friendly, and the atmosphere was nice and casual.

PAID TWICE! This food was beyond good. Beating my…read moreexpectations all around. I arrived with my partner and had a nice meal. They got up to pay for the bill. They talked to the waitress and paid with a tip attached that staff selected themselves!!!! After coming to sit back down they announced that it didn't go through and that they would need payment again. I offered to pay the bill with my money. But my partner said that this is common in some places where restaurants will double charge people! The said an automatic refund would happen and to give them a call if we never received one! Yeah no more like let's just call the bank and dispute it! Run. Run. FAR AWAY.

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Gar and Mar Jamaican American Cuisine - Restaurant interior

Restaurant interior

Gar and Mar Jamaican American Cuisine - Meat pie and ginger beer!

Meat pie and ginger beer!

Gar and Mar Jamaican American Cuisine

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Callaloo Cafe - salad - Updated October 2026

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