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    Caribbean Haven

    4.5 (838 reviews)

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Adam F.

    I would say more like 4.5 stars. The prices seemed a little too high. I dined in. And the music was really nice. The booth that I sat in felt sturdy and the environment was clean. The dishes were attractive, plated well, and very tasty. I was surprised at how many options there were for vegetarian things. And they were all good. The food was ready in a timely manner and all the ingredients seemed fresh. Very original flavors(at least to me). I recommend this spot. It's definitely worth trying. I was going to get a dessert and ended up having a meal.

    Jerk chicken Jerk Plate
    Jessica Y.

    Ventura has lots of hidden gems, and this is definitely one of them. I was curious about Caribbean & Filipino fusion, and was surprised to find a place like this in Ventura county of all places. We came for a later dinner about 1 hour before closing. There was no music, so it didn't have that fun and lively vibe I read everyone else talking about but that was bad timing on our part. We ordered the adobo chicken wings, jerk chicken plate, and vegetable pancit. The chicken wings were probably my favorite dish- loaded with flavor. The veggie pancit exceeded my expectations. There were lots of veggies loaded and it was a nice dish to balance out our heavier meat dishes. I was most excited about the jerk chicken plate, but was a little disappointed. While the chicken was tasty, it was a bit cold. The rice and peas was delicious! I didn't particularly care for the cole slaw. They do allow you to swap the cole slaw for plantains, but unfortunately they didn't have any left. I think I would've had a better experience if I came earlier in the day, so I'll have to try that out next time!

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    Jocelyn C.

    Yum!!! Tried this restaurant for the first time and will definitely be returning. Not only was the food delicious, but the restaurant was very clean and the staff were super friendly. I ordered the oxtail stew which was so flavorful, it came with rice/beans and a salad. I put the oxtail broth over the rice and it was heavenly. The salad was fresh and the dressing on it was super tasty. Can't wait to return and try more menu items.

    Cauliflower Burger with BBQ SAUCE
    Jon W.

    My first time ordering food from here and it wont be my last. Excellent selection of vegan food and the quality/flavor was awesome. I ordered the cauliflower burger and vegetable lumpia. I recommend this restaurant when you are in the area. I travel for work and will be visiting again.

    Spinach Jamaican Pattie was so good
    Zsanae K.

    So happy to have some authentic Caribbean flava in VC! The restaurant is colorful and fun. They have something for everyone on the menu. The veggie spinach patty was flavorful and buttery. The jerk portobello was unique and satisfying. There's so many other items on the menu I want to try. I can't wait to come back.

    Braised Oxtail Stew
    Jay A.

    The oxtail stew was sensational! It is a must try because the flavors are spot on. My wife had the barbecue pork skewers and they were also very good. Highly recommend this place to anyone in the area.

    Jerk chicken Roti Wrap
    Monica S.

    The owner was patient while we decided what we wanted to order. We went with a chicken curry roti, jerk chicken roti and a halo halo to go. It didn't take long before our order was complete and we took off to the beach to enjoy our food. The halo halo was good with the ube ice cream and flan. I couldn't finish it all, it's a generous size. It did have a lot of plantain so if that's not your thing you may not enjoy this. The curry chicken roti was delicious sand hit the spot. You can really taste the curry and it's a lot of good. I had it for two meals. The jerk chicken was excellent too, not too spicy just the right amount for it to be enjoyable. I'd love to try their other dishes.

    Erica G.

    I found out about this restaurant as it's sister restaurant in Oxnard, The Haven is closing October 1,2023! Happy I checked them out. Great customer service. It's a casual sit down eatery. You order at the counter and choose your seat. I got jerk tri tip, lumpias, and kids pancit all for a reasonable price.

    J A.

    So delicious! I ordered the chicken pancit and he ordered the steak plate. The chicken breast pieces were perfectly seasoned, and the carrots with green beans were in a tasty sauce over the noodles.. perfection! His steak was cooked perfectly, served with rice and beans! What we were surprised by was how much we loved the coleslaw.. because we don't even like coleslaw!!! We have been coming here for years, everything is always so good.. including the kindest service, check it out!

    FILIPINO PORK BBQ with a Spicy Slaw and White Rice
    Wendy V.

    This place rocks! It is a nice, colorful, and clean establishment. The lady working the register was very sweet and went out of her way to be friendly and helpful to our group. Everything we ordered was extremely tasty! There was lots of variety on the menu, so it was so hard to choose what to try. Our group ended up ordering Filipino pork BBQ, goat curry, curry jerk fries, jerk triptip sandwiches, plantains, salmon salad, and desserts.They give you big portions and everything was cooked and flavored perfectly. I highly recommend not skipping the desserts. We ordered the halo-halo and cassava pie, and both were exceptional. This place is definitely a hidden gem in Ventura!

    Asia E.

    This was my first time trying this spot and the staff were super helpful! Also, the inside is super clean and nicely decorated. I tried the jerk chicken pasta which was really tasty and a good portion. Definitely was a great introduction and I can't wait to try out this place more in the future.

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    Crystal C.

    We were in town vacationing and my husband found this gem by searching for vegan friendly restaurants. We had the best experience! The owner was amazing and so so friendly. She had great recommendations and we loved every single thing we ate. It was my son's first time having Caribbean food and it is now one of his favorites! He absolutely loved the pineapple tofu and the rice, and surprised me by loving the coleslaw salad also! My husband loved his jerk chicken and we all loved the cassava pie! Can't wait to visit when we're in the area again.

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    Ane V.

    After a 3 hour walk/shopping at the Premium Outlet, we decided to have a late lunch here. My SO have been here a lot and he's been raving about the food. Upon entering, we were greeted enthusiastically and welcomed. I ordered the Famous Rasta Pasta with Chicken. Pasta is cooked to perfection, well seasoned and the spice is just the right amount. It was a lot so I took home half of it. We even ordered one to go. My SO ordered the Jerk Burger. He is a burger type of guy so he finished it in no time. The fries are piping hot and crispy on the outside but soft inside. I will surely come back for more and will try the other items on the menu. I chatted with the server and mentioned that they have another restaurant with live performances. That's something to check it out when I am in the area. Casual and you can sit anywhere. Ample parking.

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    Foods great. Recommend the oxtail curry or goat curry. The concept of Filipino-Caribbean was exceptional and refreshing.

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    Kool Runninz SB

    Kool Runninz SB

    4.9
    (13 reviews)
    29.7 mi

    Just want to say three years later this is the best food you can get in SB. Best…read more Any cuisine, any price point, this is it. Thank you KR

    Kool Runniz is a pop up food service that can be found in local businesses in the Santa Barbara…read morearea. They do catering and aswell. I got excited upon finding this local food business And even more when I was told they have "Jerk chicken" Typically on their menu you can find Jerk pork, jerk chicken and some veggie options Meals are fixed with rice and peas, plantains and cabbage They do tacos too Jerk chicken: Authentic jerk chicken is done on the grill.. A somewhat smoker contraption This is typical in Jamaican restaurants It's spiced heavily so that even off the grill it's ready to be consumed But the majority of places have an additional liquid jerk sauce made from scratch. Scotch bonnet peppers are known to take center stage in the sauce and also in the dry rub for the grilling Fish, tofu, pork, all kinds of meats are done in this style and fashion So now that you know a little on history.. Let's go into the present Some people do jerk chicken in the oven or a combo of the latter with oven.. Kool Runninz is one of them... The spices were there... Friendly enough for the masses of Santa Barbara ( traditional stylee can be unforgivably hot) The chicken I thought was just ok The rice and beans ( in West Indian culture it's called rice and peas) Was good...It's standard to have notes of coconut from coconut milk in the rice along with thyme and possibly peppers The coconut was detectable and I'm a big fan Not a fan of cabbage so I went for extra rice ( shout out to my carb lovers out there) The plantains...ah em... I said the plantains... Wow, I've eaten plantains in different styles Look Runniz is easily in the top 3 of all time.. Crisp edges, chewy ( just enough) inside.. With great texture... Overall I thought they delivered a delicious alternative To my everyday Santa Barbara experience And I'm glad I came across them

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    Classic Jamaican Plantains (6 oz) Coconut Rice & Beans (6 oz) Jerk Chicken Bowl
    Classic Jamaican Plantains (6 oz) Coconut Rice & Beans (6 oz) Jerk Chicken Bowl
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    One876 Caribbean Restaurant

    One876 Caribbean Restaurant

    4.0
    (410 reviews)
    35.5 mi
    $$

    I'm first born American in a Jamaican family and I was happily surprised to find a Jamaican…read morerestaurant, in Chatsworth of all places, that was within walking distance of my mechanic's shop. The restaurant is in a strip mall, next to a barber shop. The woman behind the counter was so friendly and helpful that I was genuinely concerned about the quality of the food. Typically in a Jamaican restaurant, the ruder the service, the better the food is. This spot is the happy exception to the rule. The food was EXCELLENT. I asked for a recommendation for their best menu option and she suggested their fried chicken and maaaaaannnnnn, I think about that chicken like white dudes think about the Roman Empire. I'm actively trying to come up with reasons to take the long drive back to Chatsworth to try more of their menu. If you're ever in the area, this is worth a visit.

    I was craving Jamaican food and ordered from this restaurant on Uber Eats last night…read more Unfortunately, my order never arrived because the restaurant was closed, even though they were still accepting orders on Uber. Wanting to give them another chance, I ordered again this morning. I got the jerk chicken special with rice and peas and cabbage, expecting a fresh, flavorful meal. Sadly, the experience was very disappointing. The jerk chicken was extremely tough and dry, the rice and peas tasted old, and the cabbage appeared spoiled& had a terrible smell (not edible) I spit it right out my mouth. The entire meal was not fresh and was simply reheated in a microwave. I eat Jamaican food regularly, so I know what fresh Jamaican cuisine should taste like. I called the restaurant to address my concerns and hopefully find a resolution. Instead of listening or attempting to make things right, I was repeatedly told that the food was fresh. There was no effort to resolve the issue or acknowledge my experience as a customer. I don't normally leave negative reviews, but after two disappointing experiences in less than 24 hours, I felt it was important to share. Hopefully this helps others make an informed decision before ordering.

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    Inside of the restaurant
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    Pineapple upside down cake
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    Moqueca Brazilian Cuisine

    Moqueca Brazilian Cuisine

    4.1
    (974 reviews)
    6.2 mi
    $$

    My first time trying this Brazilian place. I was very impressed! The food is Not what you think of…read moreBrazilian BBQ with flowing meat but itemized by app, salad, entre and most impressively their signature dish - moqueca. The menu is full of selection. We decided to have two appetizers with a large moqueca with seafood. All dishes were excellent !! Service was good too! Price was reasonable I strongly recommend one to try this place.

    Moqueca has one thing going for it immediately: location. Sitting quietly in the harbor in Channel…read moreIslands Harbor, the setting is relaxed and pleasantly unpretentious. It's the kind of place you stumble into after a day on the water, which actually feels appropriate for a seafood-forward Brazilian restaurant. The problem is the food never quite matches the promise of the name. I lived in Brazil for a while, so I tend to chase those flavors when I see a Brazilian restaurant. This place tries, and the food is perfectly tasty, but authenticity is where things start to drift. The menu hits some expected notes. You'll see things like moqueca, picanha, bolinho de bacalhau, camarão ao alho, and caldo verde. On paper that all sounds promising. But the execution feels softened and Americanized, and the overall menu reads like a curated sample of Brazilian dishes rather than something that feels rooted in an actual Brazilian kitchen. Moqueca itself, the dish the restaurant is named for, should be a vibrant stew layered with dendê oil, coconut milk, cilantro, lime, and peppers, the kind of thing that hits you with aroma before the spoon even reaches your mouth. Here it's fine, but it lacks the depth and brightness that make the real version so memorable. Feijoada shows up as a special some days, which is good to see, but honestly it's the kind of dish that lives or dies by its ingredients and slow cooking. With good cuts and some patience I can make a better one at home. The biggest red flag on the entire menu, though, is what's missing. There is no Pão de queijo. For a Brazilian restaurant, that's almost an affront. Pão de queijo is practically the national snack; warm, chewy little cheese breads made with tapioca flour that show up everywhere from bakeries to gas stations in Brazil. Leaving it off the menu feels like opening an Italian restaurant and deciding bread isn't necessary. Portions are also very American. Plates are enormous. That might sound like a positive, but it often just means a lot of food gets wasted unless you pack it up. For those of us staying on nearby boats in the harbor, hauling leftovers around isn't exactly ideal. None of this means the restaurant is bad. The food is good enough, the seafood is solid, and the harbor setting is pleasant. But if you're coming here hoping to revisit the flavors of Brazil, it falls short. It feels more like a Brazilian-inspired restaurant designed for American expectations than a place that truly captures the cuisine. It's enjoyable. Just don't expect the Brazil you remember.

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    Salada De Palmito Small
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    Barrington's Jamaican Kitchen

    Barrington's Jamaican Kitchen

    4.8
    (525 reviews)
    75.3 mi
    $$

    Wow what a gem of a place. We came here years ago and honestly just such nice food and people. So…read moregood that we remembered it and came back when we were in the area. We got their jerk chicken and curry chicken plate. The red beans and rice were great and each of the chicken flavors were fantastic. This time, it came with a double portion of stewed cabbage rather than plantains and collard greens but they were so flavorful. All this food and a canned drink for $10, an unchanged price since 2018 is such a shock for this level of high quality food. 100% support this awesome local business.

    Excellent Jamaican food kiosk in a shopping mall parking lot! My husband and I were driving through…read moreBakersfield and wanted to stop for lunch. Barrington's fits the bill for a casual stop for good value! We came Saturday afternoon around 12 and I got the chicken curry and jerk chicken combo with rice, cabbage, and plantains for $10. What a steal! I really enjoyed the chicken curry which was a fall of the bone drumstick with amazing flavor. The jerk chicken was not as flavorful and not as tender. I would skip this next time. My husband got the combo of oxtail and goat curry, which we were told wouldn't be ready for 30 minutes. We came back around for his combo which cost a bit more ~$16. He loved the oxtail but though the goat curry fell a bit short. Overall, great value and good food. Get the chicken curry & oxtail (weekends)!

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    Jerk Wings Cafe

    Jerk Wings Cafe

    4.1
    (247 reviews)
    37.6 mi
    $$

    Delicious food and amazing service! Defintley coming back here again!…read more We ate the oxtail Mac and cheese and jerk chicken wings! It's a bit spicy but so delicious

    I came here a few weeks ago with my boyfriend and his friend who introduced us to this place! My…read moreboyfriend is a wing connoisseur and a deal fiend, so he was expectedly thrilled for their $1 wing Wednesday. I had never had actual Jamaican food (only like Jerk style stuff so not authentic) so I was also pretty excited. We all three tried the wings and I also had the jerk mac n' cheese. I don't even think I can call them wings, they were so unbelievably tender, they slid off the bone like a braised short rib! I couldn't even pick them up because they were falling off so neatly. The flavor was incredible and I kept mixing them in with my Mac which was also delightful. The noodles were tender and relatively thick, with the perfect sauce. I didn't find the spice to be unreasonable! If you're very sensitive just know that, but I have pretty high spice tolerance and they didn't really linger much for me. They were just very flavorful. I would also mention that the flavor was great and I didn't find the jerk seasoning to be very salty! So for someone watching salt intake I found them to be mild in that regard. Since this is my first foray into it I'm not sure if this is standard or not but I do think a lot of people will really like that aspect! We were helped by an extremely friendly gentleman whose name I unfortunately didn't get, and then Yvonne who is the absolute sweetest! She was very helpful when I asked her opinions on the menu, and just has this aura of absolute joy which I don't see very often. I'd honestly come back just for her (and also probably to try the plantains because those also looked heavenly). The location is in a little strip kind of location next to a few other businesses and it's very unassuming! I loved the bright colors, and the small parking lot was pretty easy to get in to. The vibe is pretty casual and with a lot of fun things to look at. I'm not this deep in the valley almost ever, but I can honestly say I would take the trek this direction again for this spot alone!

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    Playing a lovely music on the background
    Playing a lovely music on the background
    Chicken patty cheers 4/9/25
    Chicken patty cheers 4/9/25
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    Versailles

    Versailles

    4.1
    (1.4k reviews)
    40.4 mi
    $$

    Love their food especially the garlic chicken. Whenever we have friends who invite us to eat out…read moreand have never heard of Versailles, we immediately tell them, let's go there. The servers look like they've been there awhile which shows they're satisfied with the work environment. They are always nice and very helpful. This resto is one of our faves now and will always be one of our go to places to eat. If you haven't eaten here, you gotta go today

    My family and I have been coming here for decades but it's not my love for this restaurant, it's…read morebecause my wife loves their oxtail stew (Rabo Encendido). So we come here for her. I've tried almost everything on their menu and was never able to find something i ordered enjoyable. It's just not for me. This visit I ordered their Lomo Salteado and the meat was extremely rubbery and unpleasant. My daughter ordered their chicken empanadas and it was a hard no for her too. When we were ready to close out, I asked the waiter as he was clearing some things on our table, if he could bring some to-go boxes when he had a moment for things we didn't finish so we could take them home. He had a butter knife in his hands and threw it onto the table. Rough day I guess. I personally would not come here myself, but continue to do so for my wife. Will update my review when I visit again. Until next time. . .

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    Basket of garlic bread
    Bohemia Pilsner Beer (4.7% ABV)

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    Bohemia Pilsner Beer (4.7% ABV)

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