I honestly cannot think of anything that made this dining experience less enjoyable than it was! As someone who is new to the DC area, I can say that I really enjoyed this restaurant. Located right next to an Ethiopian restaurant, it's in a cute area that's still easy to find. The establishment is smaller making it an intimate experience for a friend meetup, family dinner or date. We were immediately greeted upon entrance and showed to our table. Although on the smaller side, it wasn't cramped at all and the bar was wide open for seating! The service was amazing. The server was able to recommend drinks for our first time there and menu items!!! We had rum punches which was not traditional to what we're used to but we loved them! The cuisine is more Trinidadian inspired, which put a small spin on the traditional Caribbean cuisines I'm used to. We ordered jerk wings and hops for starters. For dinner I ordered the oxtails and my bestie ordered the Herbivore pepperpot. Everything was absolutely DELICIOUS! The pepperpot had steamed tomatoes that was amazing. The oxtails were tender and flavorful. Everything was packed full of flavor and didn't leave a nasty aftertaste. The hops were warm and soft tot the bite. The jerk wings were seasoned to perfection and tender. I will honestly be back! There is no way that I will dine here once and never come back. Can't wait! read more

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We were looking for restaurants in the area to try for dinner and found Canes on Yelp as it was highly rated. It was pretty small inside so not ideal for super big parties, but the vibes made you feel like you're at home. They played Caribbean music on the background and our server was very polite. I will say, he appeared to be the only one working the front so service time was quite delayed but we weren't in a huge rush so it was okay. I can't remember the name of the items I ordered but my drink was the house sorrel and I really enjoyed it! For my meal, I think it was called the potsucker which consisted of oxtails, brisket, and beef tendon served with rolls and coconut rice. I honestly was a bit disappointed. The pot was filled mainly with the tendons and very little oxtail/ brisket. There also wasn't enough sauce to fully enjoy over the rice so I mostly had plain rice and the coconut was not very prominent in the rice to me. I also ordered the smoked jerk wings which was slightly underwhelming to me as well. I expected it to be a tad bit more tender. My date enjoyed how food and I believe he got curry chicken and roti. I don't live in the DMV area so I'm not sure if this is a normal thing or not but there was a "20% Fare Wage" added to our total which is supposed to help with the wages of the staff but is NOT a tip. That's honestly a huge turn off to me because it's asking customers to help with the wages of the employees which to me would mean a tip is not necessarily required. Regardless, I still tipped our server because it's not their fault but that's the type of thing that would deter me from coming back in the future if I'm being honest. Overall, while I enjoyed my night out here I was underwhelmed with my meal and taken aback by the pricing (a little pricey for the servings we received) and the extra wage fee that was on the bill read more

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Well my latest mom's out in the city was at this establishment and I can say on my taste preference I can not recommend. It's been a few days and I do not like adding negative responses to establishments but I have to be honest. I wasn't happy with it all . Our waiters were amazing but I think they should realize the small location doesn't help with service. I won't return but I hope they find the vibe that will support them. read more

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A coworker had suggested the Curried Shrimp from Cane and so I ordered for delivery to my job. The pricing of the dish and portion felt disproportionate but only by a little. The portion of shrimp was great, but I would've have liked more rice to finish up the curry. I found the flavor and spice to be remarkable, well balanced seasonings and just such an impactful flavor. You can taste the freshness of the curry. I am excited to try more from their menu and see what else is good! read more

Cane - Curried Shrimp - Trinidadian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The foood is bomb!!!! I usually accept the fact that food will taste less yummy if I order it for delivery cuz it won't be as fresh. However, today the dhalpuri roti (beef) and jerk wings tasted amazing!!!!!!! It is spicy for sure and I love the spice! I did wish I ordered chicken for the Roti instead of beef because beef short ribs meat isn't my favorite parts of beef in general but the seasoning was perfect!!!!!!! I would love to try other stuff on the menu and for sure visit in person! read more

Cane - Jerk Wings - Trinidadian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Amazing food, great ambiance, quick service... add Cane to your list immediately! My friend and I went on a Friday night and didn't have to wait to be seated. You can choose to order via phone or with a server. The restaurant is pretty small but there was good music playing and overall a good vibe. If it's your first time, I recommend trying a little bit of everything. We got the personal herbivore paratha to share (you can get a family size one if you have a larger group), jerk wings, plantains, Trinidadian rice, and doubles! Truly it's hard to pick a favorite because everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and rich. I think the paratha and rice are definitely a must try though! For cocktails, I tried the cane fever which had a slight kick to it and my friend had the rum punch which definitely packed the rum. Overall, we had a great experience and I will definitely be visiting again soon! read more

Cane - Jerk Wings; Personal Herbivore with eggplant choka, tamarind sauce, and mango chutney; NEW Pelau (Trinidadian Peas & Rice); Fried Plantains - Trinidadian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

My Trini friend once said, it's good food if there's good service but bad attitude. And let me tell you, there was some horrible attitude heard from the kitchen. I walked in to get a quick bite and sat at the bar. I ordered my double and it tasted amazing. So I decided let me get another one and a drink. The bartender goes into the kitchen and doesn't come back. I got my second order of doubles but no activity seen for my drink. I grab another server and tell him that I finished my food already and would like to cancel the order for the drink. He goes in the kitchen and starts talking to the bartender and the bartender is yelling back saying he "served another couple earlier today so I did my job" lol. I've never seen/heard someone so lazy. Anyway, all the other staff had great attitude and good service. One bad attitude isn't changing my rating because the food actually smacks. read more

Went to Cane's for some appetizers. The Island Life rum cocktail was amazing! I had doubles and wontons. Everything was really good! read more

Cane - Doubles, wontons, and Island Life rum cocktail - Trinidadian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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seriously so good. the interior is tiny and the music is kind of loud but the service was awesome and the food is EXCELLENT. my friend and i split the doubles, eggplant pie, personal herbivore, and the coconut flan and i thoroughly enjoyed everything. i would love to come back to try some of the sides, the hops, and the cocktails! read more

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The lunch specials are the bomb I've tried all of them. The rice & food is fresh, their is a unique flavor to all of there food. Please treat yourself not cheat yourself. read more

Best place for Jerk wings! There isn't a restaurant that I could find that could match or compare in terms of the jerk flavor, so rich. Spicy and Smokey ‍ read more

Tooo much chadonBeni in everything but still great. I love the curry It's like they changed the recipe tho, It's always beautiful and small read more

The food was pretty good, Not worth the price though. The drinks were pretty good. The service was slow and inefficient. They automatically charge 20% for gratuity. Ambience was mediocre and I felt like it was quite cheap as far as the seating arrangements and tables and everything in general. I might come back for drinks, even though they were expensive, but definitely not for food ever again due to the price and what you get. read more

Pulled up to Cane DC for some doubles and they were fire. Full of flavor and made just right. The server was super friendly and really knew the cuisine and culture, which made the experience even better. Ambiance was dope too. Definitely a spot I'll be back to read more

Cane - Doubles - Trinidadian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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I mean it's perfection all the time. The even received a Michelin mention last year. Well deserved! We've only done delivery from Cane and gone to St James in person a few times (higher end sister restaurant) and the delivery is perfection every time. Highly recommend stir frying the peas and rice with the chopped cabbage and created a magical side ! We always do the oxtail and wings. We've done the platters as well. Never had anything disappointing. A magical place! read more

Food & service were amazing. We had dinner reservations prior to seeing a show at DC Comedy Loft... The jerk chicken wings were spiced to perfection. I *hate* super sweet jerk seasoning and these wings had just the perfect amount of acid to balance the flavors. Plus, the skin was falling off the bone. Both the Trini eggplant and beef patties were well seasoned and tasty. Doubles were perfect. Hibiscus cocktail is a MUST! My only reservation in giving five stars is the oxtail dinner. The rice was perfect and the seasoning was yum, however, the oxtail had been cooked a bit too long and was somewhat dry. I hope to visit again in 2025 and sample the broader menu!! read more

Cane - Jerk chicken, eggplant pie, doubles - Trinidadian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Unfortunately, this place didn't do it for me. The food itself left a lot to be desired. The flavor and presentation were underwhelming. When a dish came out cold, they clearly simply put it in the microwave to warm it up rather than remaking the dish fresh. That's cutting corners. They also require a credit card to make a reservation and add a "service fee" that is *not* supposed to be the gratuity (so pay that, too). Our server was friendly and attentive though. read more

Definitely not worth the $178.00 bill. We had the jerk wings, rum punch, beef turnover, doubles, oxtails, cabbage and eggplant channa. Only the jerk wings and doubles were good. Everything else not worth it at all! The curry chick peas and eggplant were flavorless. The oxtails were super fatty and they only give you 3 bones. The cabbage was super salty, it was not even eaten, only a couple of fork fulls. I wouldn't recommend. read more

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The food was so good! Expensive but delicious. A small spot with great vibes! H st is an expensive spot so I understand higher cost. Everything we had was so good! Smaller portions then I would have wanted but again high lease. Friendly service! read more

Had dinner here with a friend. The inside of the restaurant is small, casual, and cute. I like that the prices here are reasonable and don't break the bank.   Jerk Wings - Favorite dish of the night. Super flavorful even without the dipping sauce. A must-have here. (5/5)   Doubles - Tasty, flavorful, and a great price. My one complaint is that the roti was soft, soggy, and broke under the Channa. (4/5)   Crispy Kale - Underwhelming. I would have liked the kitchen to mix in the pineapple chutney or make it a saucier consistency. It felt like ordering a salad that I had to dress myself but in a bowl that was too small. (3/5)   Trini-Chinese Chicken - Nothing amazing, just crispy chicken thigh and oyster sauce. I wouldn't get it again. (3/5)   Hops - Solid buttery dinner rolls. No complaints. (4/5)   Hops Bread Pudding - Solid warm bread pudding. Ice cream would have elevated the dessert for me. (4/5) read more

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Don't waste your time and money at CANE's. While is Washington over the weekend (Memorial Day Holiday) I looked everywhere for a West Indian restaurant with Roti. Cane came up as the only Trini resturant with Roti that was open on Sunday evening. We decided to drive 40 minutes to go eat there. What a huge disappointment it was. I ordered the Paratha Roti and my girlfriend ordered the Oxtail and my 12 year old son ordered the jerk wings. The oxtail came with 3 pieces that they somehow manage to ruin good oxtail the way it was prepared and served on a long tin platter. It tasted awful like it was boiled till it was soft then they add some kind of powered seasoning with some peppers and then baked. I never knew you could actually ruin oxtails. Then the paratha roti, curry potato and chana, and curry goat came is separate small tin vessels. They have these little bread and butter plates on the table and expect you eat your meal from it. I asked for a regular plate and they did not have one. They brought me this green plate that was about an inch larger than the bread and butter plate on the table. I decide that I would suck it up and just make do. First, the Roti was Oil Roti like they make in Guyana, not Paratha/Bussupshut like the menu reads. Second, the amount of salt in the food was so ridiculous, I could not eat much of it there. I literally drank an entire bottle of the rum bottle water by myself before I could eat half of the food. I tried one piece of the 3 very small pieces of goat in the container but it was all bone. The massala in the curry goat was so overwhelming, I could not eat it and decide to take it home. I told myself that other 2 pieces of goat would be all meat beacuse there is an expectation of a piece being bone when ordering goat. I got home and later into the night I decided to try some more. The other 2 pieces of goat were just big bones covered with the massala. How horrible was that. The jerk was 6 very small single pieces like 3 flats and 3 drumetts and he was not satisfied with thet taste. They charge 20 percent on top of your bill for backend and kitchen staff automatically and then you still have to tip apart from that. A half of tea spoon of one of the chutneys and pepper sauce are $3 each, which condiments are free with food everywhere. I even had to ask for a spoon to dip out the food from the tin cans to put on my little plate to eat. The food did not taste like trini food and just a lot of salt. Would never eat there and would not recommend it at all. I get all the tin can look they were going for, but trini food should be served on a white plate so you can see the beauty of the food. But then again, it tasted awaful, so I guess it does not matter. Very small portions for your money. So dissappointed. 3 little pieces of goat that was all bones covered with massala? HORRIBLE. If you went to a regular roti shop anywhere, you would get three time the amount of goat, potato, chana and everything else including condiments for $18 to $20. Roti was $32 and the Oxtail was $34. The place was also very small and tight. read more

Had lunch here today.. ambiance was ok. Food wasn't the best. I ordered the oxtail and it was pretty small for the price. Also not as tasty as I expected. I think it was expense because of some weird DC tax. But probably won't go back. read more

Cane - Oxtail Bowl - Trinidadian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This restaurant was a short walk from our Airbnb.... I was traveling with my son who is a teenage foodie who likes to try new things and oxtails were on the menu. I am not new to Caribbean food and love oxtails with that being said we really enjoyed our meal here. The service was great. The restaurant was a small intimate place and I liked it. Now I did not get a picture of all our food but my favorite was the beef pie it had great flavor. read more

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After searching for a high-quality dining experience in DC, we landed on Cane--a Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant. As Caribbean natives, we were excited to see a Caribbean spot earn that recognition, especially after several days in DC craving food with real flavor. We had read mixed reviews ahead of time, with common complaints about portion sizes and a lack of authentic seasoning. We were also a bit wary of the automatic 20% front-of-house service charge added to the bill. Still, we decided to give it a try. The space itself is cozy and inviting--definitely has that modern "hole-in-the-wall" charm with a good vibe. Starters: We ordered the Geera Pork Belly, Jerk Chicken Wings, and Chinese 5-Spice Chicken. All three dishes were well-cooked and tender, but none delivered the bold, layered flavors we expected from true Caribbean food. The spices were muted, and the dishes lacked the punch and depth you usually find back home. Mains: We had the Escovitch Fish and Paratha. The fish was seasoned, but it didn't come close to what you'd expect from escovitch--no vinegar tang, no pickled pepper zest, none of that signature zing. The paratha also missed the mark entirely; it didn't resemble traditional paratha in texture or flavor. Drinks & Dessert: The Trinidad Rum Sour was far too bitter and unbalanced. For dessert, we took away a currant roll, which unfortunately was dry and inedible. Pricing: Cane is overpriced for what you get, especially once the 20% front-of-house fee is tacked on. The portion sizes and lack of authentic flavor just don't justify the high cost--especially the escovitch, which felt like the worst value of the night. Service: Service was indifferent--not rude, but not warm or memorable either. Final Thoughts: If you've never had authentic Caribbean food, you might find Cane enjoyable for the ambiance and presentation. But for anyone who actually grew up with those flavors, it's more style than substance. The food is Caribbean-inspired, not Caribbean-rooted--and definitely not worth the price tag. read more

I was craving oxtail and found a place nearby on H St to satisfy my craving. Cane is conveniently located near the metro and was packed when I stopped in for lunch. Staff was friendly but service was slow. The place was small and cozy. The oxtail bowl $19 and portion was small. The flavor was good but oxtail was small so I was still hungry afterwards. The eggplant pie was ok, not sure I'd get it again. It was an expensive lunch as I paid for the bowl, the eggplant and the extra rice without realizing the restaurant also charged an additional fair wage fee so just keep that in mind! read more

Cane - Oxtail Bowl - Trinidadian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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It's like boujie carribean food but not gonna hold you the food here is good. I love the doubles and honestly their crafted cocktails are a must too. Bartender is also always kind! Place is cute and quaint. Sometimes I think the prices coulddddd be a little lower for some of the bigger plates but it's an experience so I get it! read more

Cane - Drinks - Trinidadian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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A small and cozy restaurant on historic H street serving up some delightful food! The servers are very kind, and the place is quite intimate. I ate alone, so I only had the chance to try the pepper pot and coconut cream flan. The pepper pot was so delicious, and the meats were all tender and fall-off-the-bone. Eaten with the coconut rice, this dish is so comforting and honestly what I needed after a long day. I was full halfway through this meal but I persevered to eat the flan. It felt so big for $8, but it was such a delight to eat. The coconut was not too strong, and the dessert as a whole was tame, wrapping up the meal perfectly. Such a wonderful meal, and I hope one day I can come back to DC to try the other things on this menu. A pricey meal, nearly $50 for just me, but what a treat it was to eat here! read more

Cane - Coconut Cream Flan - Trinidadian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Food was great, but the experience left a lot to be desired. Food: The oxtail and wings were incredible, plantains were solid, and the beef pie was just okay. The culantro sauce was a standout. Definitely authentic flavors. Service/Vibe: Came on a Saturday night. Despite plenty of open reservations on OpenTable, we were told a 30-minute wait for a table and ended up at the bar. The bartender was friendly but stretched thin--also waiting tables. It took 10 minutes just to get water, and our main course (oxtail) came out before our apps and drinks due to a "ticket error." Pricing/Fees: On top of already expensive food, there's an automatic 20% "fair wage fee" before tip. For the service we got, it felt unreasonable. Our drinks were also billed higher than the menu prices, which we disputed. Overall, glad I tried the food, but between the disorganized service, surprise charges, and high prices, I wouldn't come back. read more

Cane - Jerk Wings - Trinidadian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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I had the doubles today and was so SO disappointed... the channa was NO good, the shadow Benny was old and left a bad taste and the Bara was worse... and was packaged in plastic bowls. I couldn't believe this, it was such a poor representation of the Trinidad street food culture... I was so disappointed I called to see if this was just a one time experience (maybe the regular cook was out on leave), BUT was assured that that's their best... So I say to anyone visiting Canes and order the doubles: that is NOT what you will get in Trinidad... as a matter of fact it's FAR from it. read more

Cane - Trinidadian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I really like Cane. The staff is friendly, and the food is consistently good. I've tried a decent portion of the menu and found it all very enjoyable. The main downside is the size of the restaurant--Cane is quite small. I'd highly recommend adding yourself to the Yelp waitlist before heading over to avoid a long wait. Ratings: 1. Jerk Wings 10/10 - really good flavor, slight heat 2. Dhalpuri Roti 7/10 - It is good but not the best thing I've had from them 3. Trini Beef Pie 5/10 - Not my cup of tea 4. Oxtail 10/10 - really good, only downside is small portion 5. Hakka Pork Ribs 8/10 - tasty 6. Omnivore 9/10 - good way to try the offerings 7. Pelau 10/10 - yummy with a bit of spice read more

Nice, small, quaint place. My friend and I went on a Fri for lunch. Nico was our host. He was very helpful with the menu and just overall service was superb. Drinks were made by Nico and he did not disappoint. The jerk wings were delicious especially with the dipping sauce that came with them. We also tried the Trini beef pie. He stated it was spicy but we didn't get any spice, it's was still flavorful. My friend did a personal bowl, I think that's what it was called. It came with roti, curried chicken, and chick peas. The dish did not disappoint. I ordered the pepperpot off the dinner menu. It had brisket, beef stew meat, and oxtail. The flavors were great. Personally I would've liked a bit more oxtail, especially since I got all fat from the brisket. We shared the bread pudding. The bread pudding was a bit overcooked. It wasn't most in the middle and very hard on the outside. read more

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Food and service were so good. Had the oxtail and rice platter. And the fried plantains. Friend recommended it. Never had carribean food before. Reasonably priced as well. read more

Cane - Oxtail rice fried plantains fried cabbage and beef pie. - Trinidadian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Cane is a quaint Caribbean spot on H street that serves up some true tropical flavors. I stepped in for lunch and I was not disappointed at all. They have a QR code that you can order from and group your orders from the table which is super convenient. I however being the spoiled child that I am I wanted face to face service & Tim gave us undivided attention. I was able to order the snapper escovich that isn't on the lunch menu bit they were happy to accommodate! Yaaaay, cuz otherwise I would have fell out on the floor like a toddler kicking my legs if they said they couldn't serve it this early. So thanks chef! Lol. My friend enjoyed every bite of her oxtail bowl & she raved about the flavors. My snapper was crispy, spicy & delectable. Yummy! The drinks that Tim served up were on point & refreshing. I call him Spiderman because he will get you caught up in his web between the dranks & his swag. Lol. Everything was phenomenal. *Please be aware they charge a 20% wage fee which is not a "tip" but to offset the hourly wage??* So for that I took off 1 star because with this math I will be tipping 40% if I wanted to tip the server 20% as well. Which I did because the service was amazing! This restaurant is #BarbieApproved read more

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Fantastic food. I ordered though grub hub, which was late but the food was still awesome. Since I did not go into the restaurant I cannot give five stars. read more

Cane is located in the heart of DC. I had been looking for authentic Caribbean food and this place is it. This was during the lunch time and there is a separate menu than the dinner. Next time I'm ordering the fried fish fyi. For lunch I grabbed a bowl and the wings. The flavor is jammed pack and each dish has its own type of flavor. The ambiance is homely and feels very welcoming. Due to the space being a bit smaller the service is done a bit differently. You scan a QR code and order through a system and then you are brought your food. read more

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So, everyone who has mentioned/recommended Cane to me has had nothing but great things to say which caused me to put Cane on my must try restaurants in DC list. Due to all the positive personal reviews I have heard of their food, I was super excited to give them a try. Needless to say, all of the rave from my friends/associates was spot on. Cane definitely delivered and we was NOT disappointed. Cane is an intimate Caribbean restaurant located on H street that provides authentic, delicious Caribbean food. When we walked in, we were immediately greeted and had the option of sitting where our heart's desired. For our dishes, we decided on the jerk wings, curry chicken bowl, and the curry chicken and potato Dhalpuri Roti which were all very flavorful and enjoyable dishes. Each dish definitely gave my taste buds a hint of the places I call home. Definetly keeping this on the places to take my family and friends that enjoy/crave Caribbean dishes when they come and visit. read more

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I have not physically been here since before the pandemic. I've missed it so much! They started a new ordering process to where a customer now scans a QR code at the assigned dinner table, then orders with their phone. The whole process was pretty amazing. The small staff- hostess (beautiful and friendly), bartender, and waiter were all very attentive. I ordered the carnivore meal as well as the must have jerk wings and cabbage. For drinks, I had Cane fever which was excellent! The food never fails to bring me joy- everything tasted amazing. There was no room for dessert. There is street parking which isn't the best, but I was lucky to get one right in front of the restaurant. Watch out for the street cars! read more

Cane - Jerk wings Fried Cabbage Cane Juice - House Habanero Sauce Pineapple Chow Curried Chicken Bowl Curried Beef Bowl Hops - Trinidadian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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The ambiance of the restaurant was wonderful. My food, however, was horrible. I ordered the oxtail and was highly disappointed. Not only was the meat a bit tough it lacked flavor. If you're craving authentic oxtail I would not recommend cane. The snapper looked great, maybe I'll return to try that but I'm also a bit hesitant it will be garnished but flavorless like the oxtail. They seem more focused on plating/presentation than the actual quality of the food. read more

If in the DC area taking in the sights and looking for legit Trini food, pass by Cane! True Trini flavored that bring you back home. The restaurants on the smaller side but foods comes out immediately. My wife and I had the doubles as appetizers. Then I had the Beef Buss up Shot roti as main course. My wife had the the beef paleau. Had the bread pudding as dessert. Service and ambience was also excellent! read more

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I've been to Cane a few times now and their food is always a hit! This time I visited for restaurant week and they had a 3 course meal deal. The service was kind of slow but the food never misses. read more

Cane - Medium Snapper Escoveitch - Trinidadian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia