Very small shop, I didn't see a sit down area. The food was delicious the ox tail was so tender and…read morethe chicken is grilled so it compliments the sweetness from the jerk sauce. The sides were good my favorite will always be the rice and peas and cabbage. We were well greeted and welcomed.

Aug 14 2026 Food-…read moreordered two stew chicken dinners, side of plantains and cabbage. The food was flavorful and just ok. The cabbage was high in sodium. Service- polite, yet the waiting to be served was painfully slowwwwwww and hot. Ambiance- the kitchen was filthy the floor looks a mess, no one washed their hands, a man was cooking outside on the grill, came inside and went straight to the stove and started cooking. He was sweaty and didn't wash his hands. No one's hair is covered. And there was NO AC in the entire place they had fans blowing hot air. This business has GREAT potential if they reimagine the management of the business. As a business consultant, may I suggest hiring a cashier to take the orders, hire a dishwasher or two (cross train one of the dishwashers or cooks), and add atleast 3 more cooks not including the 2 owners. You need someone or everyone to clean that kitchen before you get reported. And add AC. I want to see your business succeed, you need change and quickly. With these changes you will increase your profits and clientele tremendously. Happy to help you

Food- so good!! Fresh, flavorful, and filling! I got the lunch special (priced really well and…read morecomes with a drink and 2sides) Lunch portion was more than enough for me Worth every penny! Service- great also! Jamaicans are stereotyped as mean or lacking in customer service however I've never had a problem with directness. The young lady was kind and knowledgeable of the menu. Ambiance- good tunes, space to order and sit if you are dining in. Comfy booths and scotch bonnet hot sauce ready for you at the table ( didn't need it cause everything was seasoned so well) 10/10 for me and I shall return to try the curry chicken which seemed to be a popular item as I sat and enjoyed my meal. I got the escovitch fish lunch special and a boiled dumpling on the side.

5 Stars - One of Our Family Favorites!…read more Mystic Jamaica in Newport News is truly a family favorite! We absolutely love Jamaican and Island food, and this spot always hits the mark. My mom swears by the oxtails here, but I've switched over to the stewed beef--you get more meat, and I'm not a fan of those little circle pieces with too much fat on the oxtails. The stewed beef gives you a better bang for your buck, and it's packed with flavor. The beef patties (mild for me!) are another go-to--just the right amount of spice without being overwhelming. I also used to love the oxtail soup, but lately they've only been adding a few small fatty pieces. For the price, two or three bites of oxtail just isn't enough, even though the dumplings, potatoes, and red beans in the soup are delicious. If they fix that, I'll definitely go back to ordering it. The menu is HUGE and full of delicious options: Curried goat, chicken, beef, shrimp Stewed chicken and beef Callaloo & saltfish Grilled, jerk, or fried shrimp, red snapper, king fish, salmon, tilapia, whiting, flounder, and catfish Jerk, fried, or BBQ chicken & ribs Cow foot, jerk pork Roti with chicken, beef, or goat Stewed or curried vegetables and veggie chunks Veggie roti, veggie plates, veggie burgers Wings in several flavors, salads, and tons of amazing sides: rice & peas, mac & cheese, cabbage, dumplings, plantains, yams, festival, fries, cornbread, and more Don't skip dessert either--the cheesecake slices are big and beautiful! There was a time we stopped coming because of a cook who wasn't consistent, but they're back on track now and we're LOVING it again. The food is fresh, flavorful, and filling. A quick note: the staff may not always look cheerful, but they're great people and they work hard--so please remember to tip them well. The place is always clean, including the bathrooms, and I've never had an issue when I've visited. Location-wise, it's convenient too--right near Fort Eustis, Newport News Park, and the Denbigh area. It's across from Dodge's Chicken and near other restaurants like a Mexican spot and the Skrimp Shack. I drive in from Hampton because it's worth the trip, and honestly, I prefer it over MP's or any Jamaican restaurants in Hampton for me personally. Highly recommend checking this place out!

I've had their food a few times and its always very good…read more First the cheeseburger: Cheeseburgers are pretty easy to make. Theirs had another element to it though - some blend of spices, the burger was so juicy and they had an array of other items to put on the burger. I thought it was very good. Sadly I cannot fully appreciate the fries - by the time I actually ate they were cold. Hopefully I can try them as soon as I get my meal next time. Next, the Shrimp N Grits: Growing up in the South I feel as though I have a good grasp on what Shrimp n Grits should taste like. These were very good, but had their own Trinidadian flavors, so I was not quite as fond of them as I usually am. Lastly, the Tacos: Their chicken tacos are amazing. Just give it a try! The staff in the food truck are always very kind, can customize each dish to your own preferences and might just remember you when you stop back by! I highly recommend!

Not bad, even if the food is burnt half of the time. Too pricey for the location. They deliver…read morewhich is a huge plus

This was my first visit in many years. I had the stewed chicken, rice and peas with cabbage. I also…read morethrew a spicy beef patty in there. The service was good and quick considering the long line, but the food wasn't as great as I remember. This was my go-to spot at one point when I resided in the local area pre-2018. I'm happy to see the business is still going strong but would have loved to experience those flavors my taste buds were looking for from previous years.

Chicken curry , curry was missing , blah , rice was okay , coco bread hard , corn bread soggy…read more,,,it's 7 pm maybe some food been sitting a while ,, my son is disagreeing with me , he got ox tail and likes it ,,,,,