Walking into this establishment I almost turned around. The tables and chairs were all stacked up against a wall making no seating available for customers. Despite this unwelcome appearance I approached the nondescript counter and after a minute someone came from the kitchen area to help me. I hadn't been there before so I asked for a menu. She told me they didn't have one and I had to look at the menu on their website. Oooook. That's odd, and even more odd that she didn't direct me to the correct website (because apparently I looked at the wrong one since I asked for a menu item they no longer offer). I ordered the Rasta Chiclen Pasta and the Brown Stewed Chicken Dinner. Fortunately the food was pretty good. The Rasta pasta had a nice flavor with its onions, peppers and ranch sauce. Be warned though that it is quite spicy and not for the faint of heart! The stewed chicken was good and it too had cabbage, potatoes, chicken and rice. My enjoyment ceased however when I bit into something hard in the boiled potato. Oh well, so much for culinary delight. Potato aside, if they can simply work on the presentation of the store upon entry and at least have a few chairs out for customers to sit in while they wait for their food it would be a major upgrade! read more

Cool Runnings Eatery - Rasta Chicken Pasta - Caribbean Near Me - White Plains, Maryland

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I got the oxtail. My husband got the curry chicken. We rate both a 9.5/10. We also got a chicken patty and plantain, All delicious. The cashier was a very sweet lady. I have no complaints and will be returning. It's the best Caribbean in the area I've tried them all and they all suck compared to this place. I usually have to go to PG or DC but now I don't ! read more

Cool Runnings Eatery - Oxtail, white rice, cabbage - Caribbean Near Me - White Plains, Maryland

I was really looking forward to trying Cool Runnings Jamaican Restaurant in White Plains, as I had heard great things about their food. However, after calling to place an order, I was immediately put off by the outrageous prices. I ordered jerk salmon, rice, and cabbage, and was told my total would be $37.00--that's highway robbery! At that price, I expected a meal plated in gold! Needless to say, I canceled my order because while I don't mind paying for quality food, there's a limit to what's reasonable. From what I've heard, the food might be good, but not "take-all-my-money" good. For now, I'll just stick with making the drive to Just Jerk when I want authentic Jamaican cuisine at a decent price. I really hope Cool Runnings reconsiders their pricing because I would love to give them a try--just not at those rates! Rating: N/A (Did Not Try the Food, But Prices Are Wild!) read more

Cool Runnings Eatery is my favorite Jamaican restaurant in the area. The food is consistently Hot and Flavorful. Their Curry Goat and Jerk Chicken with a Coco Bread read more

Cool Runnings Eatery - CURRY CHICKEN DINNER w/ Extra Gravy - Caribbean Near Me - White Plains, Maryland

Came here on a whim after a Dr Appointment. It was in a quiet area and I felt safe and comfortable. There was 1 employee when we got there and she let us know our curry shrimp would be at least 30 minutes. No problem it was fresh made that's a plus . They only have Spicy Beef Patties and they didn't disappoint on the spicy! It was very tasty the flaky crust was delicious unfortunately I couldn't eat it after one bite (my acid reflux was saying no) but my husband happily took it and devoured it! He doesn't even care for Beef Patties so that's telling a lot on how delicious it was!!! Curry Chicken and Shrimp also delicious. We got the coco bread and because the Curry was also spicy it helped taking a bite of the bread to cut the spice for me. The cabbage was unlike any other I've ever had and very very fresh. A plus! We enjoyed our food and would definitely go back! read more

Cool Runnings Eatery - Curry Chicken - Caribbean Near Me - White Plains, Maryland

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I didn't even get to visit this place. Hubby from JA and we passed by this place on 3 separate occasions. But they were always closed. Even when store hours posted different. I decided to call this time to see if they were open. When the lady picked up the phone she was so rude. I'd never bring my husband there to taste their food. Unacceptable! Rude for no reason. I only confirmed if they were open. read more

I've been on the hunt for some official curry goat since I moved to Waldorf 5 years ago. The closest place that i had found was Sapodillas in Ft Washington MD..any other place I've tried in Charles county had not hit the mark....Well, I think I've found a winner! COOOOOL RUNNINGS!! The staff was really friendly (despite some reviews that I read). The lady at the front (which I think was the owner) greeted me very kindly and promptly took my order. The portions were plentiful, and the taste was incredible. Just the right amount of curry flavor and spice. The rice and peas were seasoned, and the cabbage was seasoned perfectly. Had to call the store to thank them for such an incredible meal. I've been back 3 times since then, and everything (service/food) has stayed the same. Salute Cool Runnings... you have a satisfied customer! Keep pushing!! read more

Cool Runnings Eatery - Curry Goat with cabbage and rice and peas. It was so flavorful! Best I've had in Charles County! - Caribbean Near Me - White Plains, Maryland

Oooweee these wingettes got me on fire! They are so good. Cabbage, rice and peas hit just right. read more

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Don't know if the food is good, I couldn't get past the rude person taking my order. Why must the attitude be apart of the experience... ijs read more

The owner/chef was very nice and welcoming. It was my first time and the food was hot when I got there! I ordered ahead due to the food being cooked to order. I also had a rum punch which was great also. I will be back! read more

Cool Runnings Eatery - Escovitch - Caribbean Near Me - White Plains, Maryland

It saddens me to write this review for a local non chain restaurant. However, I hope the owner sees this review. Today, 8.19.24, approximately 7:10 p.m., my husband and I visited wanting some oxtails and curry chicken. Our regular spot is closed on Mon. So we decided to check this place out after reading some glowing reviews about the warm service and good food. You get one chance to make a first impression. I want to say wonderful things about the food and how the place looked clean and all the rest, but upon walking in the door, the young lady behind the counter who didn't greet us. Appeared not to be interested in very much of anything, let alone waiting on us. The vibe was so off-putting that we decided to leave without ordering anything. This is sad, and like I said, I hope the owner sees this review and makes the necessary adjustments so they won't lose another customer. read more

A hidden gem just south of Waldorf and north of LaPlata MD. Great food and nice portions. The owner, Angela, is as sweet as her rum cake. Word to the wise, the Mama Norma's Jerk Chicken Pasta is advertised as being very spic; it is!!! Still delicious. read more

I visited this morning establishment today, I clearly ordered two dinners both with extra meat those being an Oxtail dinner w/extra meat and a Curry Goat w/extra meat..the owner took my order . I then went and sat down and something did not seem right after doing the math I found out she totally over charge me by $22.00... she told me that there is a charge for using a credit card , I then ask her how much was the charge she said that she had no idea..: I'm certain that charge was not $22.. I was warned by a few people to stay away from that place .. I never got to taste the food but the service was horrible. She was hoping that me I would not notice what she was trying to do.. she was extremely rude and non apologetic, I will not be returning read more

If I could leave zero stars, I would I really wanted to support this place and I love supporting my community. I had an amazing experience at her daughter's restaurant in Baltimore. kitchen klassifieds Café. so she referred me to come and try her mom's restaurant that was closer to me upon showing up to the restaurant where the door said they close at 10 o'clock and the light was on. I showed up around 8:40 to a rude young lady whoI find out later was owners daughter saying that we're closed and we're not taking any more orders, but the door clearly said 10 and the website says 9 I even tried to call ahead of time because I was coming from 30 minutes away and when I said something about it, not even being a 9 o'clock, she turned off the sign and continue to close up . If one thing I will tell the owner is to get your daughter out of your business fast and in a hurry, family will bring your business down because she truly doesn't care about professionalism.. read more

Cool Runnings Eatery - Caribbean Near Me - White Plains, Maryland

Fantastic authentic Jamaican food with just the right amount of kick. Jerk chicken is amazing. Cool Runnings for the gold!

Me and my husband went there a few months ago and the customer service was horrible the lady was nasty seem like she was mad about something I asked for the menu she got smart and I didn't like her attitude so we left and I didn't order anything won't get my money with that nasty attitude will not be going back at all read more

Food is consistently delicious, so hearty, filling and feels home cooked. I've been eating here a couple years and have never had a bad experience with food, the quality or taste. 10/10 I highly recommend for great Jamaican food and the owner Ms. Angela is a gem. Thank you for bringing authentic Jamaican food to the area. read more

Cool Runnings Eatery - Brown stew chicken with rice & peas, cabbage and plantain. - Caribbean Near Me - White Plains, Maryland

Every time I come here food and service is always A1. Mrs Angela works hard and always sweet to me and my kids father. The brown stew chicken his my favorite. I eat here almost every weekend. The only Caribbean restaurant that allows you to double your meats. My go to is rasta pasta, curry goat doubled and added brown stew chicken. The food quantity is great with great prices. I've been eating here for years and never experienced anything bad far as food and service. I would suggest doing a online order. Thank you read more

Great food nice nice running the establishment please support local business Was picking up prescription next door and saw this in the place where old soul food restaurant was yummy food will be back !!!! Yes delicious read more

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Delicious, authentic, YUM! Come through to Cool Runnings and enjoy some good eats. I enjoyed the oxtails and the brown stew chicken. The desserts are good too. read more

Cool Runnings Eatery - Oxtails and cabbage - Caribbean Near Me - White Plains, Maryland

The food was really good and the jerk spice level was perfect. We also ordered plantains and a beef patty and they were tasty as well. I'll definitely return to try some of the other items on the menu. read more

Cool Runnings Eatery - Jerk Chicken - Caribbean Near Me - White Plains, Maryland

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Ordered 2 curry shrimp patties paid an extra $7 and waited almost an hour there was no shrimp inside. I called and was told there is nothing she can do. I feel like they could offer another one of something. Hate to leave a bad review however it is what it is. Also tried the cabbage no favor at all. read more

I'm here. Breathing in smoke from the grill. I asked the person to not drown the rice with gravy, place the protein to the side of the rice. She got technical. I asked again when she started to plate the food. She got very upset, closed the plate lid and began to bag the food as if to say take what I giving you and get out. Sitting here waiting for a refund. Shame. I have no desire in finding out how the food taste. Know how to gauge your customers. read more

Cool Runnings Eatery - a menu on the wall - Caribbean Near Me - White Plains, Maryland

This is the best Jamaican food in the Waldorf area! My family is from Jamaica and I grew up in New York and this place is the real deal! You owe it to yourself to pay them a visit! Thank me later! read more

Cool Runnings Eatery - Oxtails, rice and peas and cabbage - Caribbean Near Me - White Plains, Maryland

I never ordered but my wife and pregnant daughter were treated with no respect. She's nasty and if you question her she gets loud and rude. I reviewed her on Google and her rebuttal was my daughter was rude. If you read her reviews there is a pattern. Don't worry ma'am we will never step foot in your establishment again. I know you won't miss my money. Very very nasty attitude. Never again. read more

Cool Runnings Eatery - Caribbean Near Me - White Plains, Maryland

Excellent rood and service. I go there's as often as I can. Owner and chef is very nice. Go there you won't regret it read more

The food is delicious. My mother loves the curry goat. The chicken rasta pasta w/ broccoli is the favorite for my daughter, son and myself. My husband enjoys the jerk salmon. The brown stew chicken is also delicious. I don't think you can go wrong with anything on the menu. The portions are generous. The taste is authentic. The owner and her team members are friendly and professional. This place is a definite win! If you don't want to wait I suggest you order online. The food is cooked to order. read more

Island vibes Irie kind of place. Maybe not Ital to a Bobo Ashanti's standard, but has that mellow pleasant vibration of the Caribbean. This makes the food Irie as well. Stay Lifted. One Love... read more

OMG The food is impeccable. The owner and cook reminds me of grandma in the kitchen. Food prepared with love. From the patties to the jerk dishes and homemade, pressed drinks. read more

I could not believe that I was served cold old food - the rice and beans was cold and covered with vinegary vegetables- carrots and peppers. Also, the cabbage was mushy and vinegary. The King Fish - Mackerel was old/ hard and completed dried out and smothered with vinegary peppers and carrots. Never again and I hope that the Occupational Health Department do their due diligence with restaurants not measuring up to standard. So disappointing. Shame on you for trying to take on a culture that you have no knowledge of is a clearly disgraceful. Overall rating is -0- read more

Best Jamacian food in Maryland! Try the oxtails and chicken which are my favorites! Good Pattie's too!

The curry chicken was really good, but the customer service from the owner was AWFUL, AWFUL!!! So because of the customer service they get 2 stars from me. I definitely won't be going there again. read more

Cool Runnings is a great place to try if you want some authentic Jamaican entrees. The food is hot and fresh with generous portions. In my recent visit I ordered the the brown stew snapper with rice and peas. Everything was flavorful and cooked to perfection. I will definitely make this a regular stop when I am in the area! read more

Cool Runnings Eatery - Brown Stew Snapper - Caribbean Near Me - White Plains, Maryland

Visited this location and it was closed for an extended period... Instead of informing customers the current status of restaurant when they call the listed number, the outgoing message requested a message be left even if a order of food is to be placed or to utilize online order fulfillment. How can one place an order without prior knowledge of food items availability or prices? Upon arrival there's was a small sign posted on the door that was barely visible notifying customers of the long closure dates..Epic fail and a waste of time for a food restaurant..Not returning! read more

EVERY and I mean EVERY time I come here, the food is ALWAYS on point! Nice and hot and delicious. The service is great too. Do yourself a favor if you're looking for something truly authentic and spicy!!!!! A Must! read more

Where to begin.....what I ordered was good, although what I wanted on the menu was not available. The food takes awhile, so I recommend ordering ahead if possible. The cashier serves dual roles and on the day I was there she was stressed. And it showed in her interactions with each customer. I get the impression they are working to get their legs underneath them, as this is likely, their first-time running a restaurant. I do believe overtime and with the proper coordination/training they'll be better positioned to handle demand. In the meantime, they've got work to do and it starts with customer service. Best Wishes! read more

Really wanted to like this place. Been waiting for an authentic Jamaican restaurant in Charles county. They never have the full menu. A friend from New visited. We ordered once gave a phone number to call when the food is ready. They never called. So we went to pick it up anyway because it was late. And when we went to pick it up they were closed. The next day they called and said our catering order was ready. They must have confused us with someone else. Mistakes happen but this was about the second or third time. read more

So far, jerk chicken (including the wingettes), spinach patty, plantains, and rice and peas have been great. I wouldn't say I'm a frequent consumer as of yet, but I've visited enough to see slight variations in the quantity of food depending on who is preparing the order. Also, the wait time can be improved. read more

I went and got the curry chicken entree and got a beef and chicken patty. The curry chicken was so good and tender paired with rice and cabbage I will definitely be back to try the curry goat next time .... This place is so good ! read more

Got some kinks to work out but the food is tasty. The jerk is spicy so if you're not into spice the jerk is not for you. The owner is very friendly but they are severely understaffed. Give some grace for now. I expect them to do well. read more