When you find yourself at the same restaurant twice in one week, I think that pretty much tells you how the first visit went. My first visit to EscovitcheZ was for a class get-together. We had a pretty large group, and you never really know how that's going to go at a restaurant. But they handled us with no problem. The service was great, they were very accommodating, and we were able to gather in the back area where we could laugh, joke, talk and just enjoy ourselves. Fast-forward to the following week. We were celebrating my husband's 50th birthday. We had already planned a larger celebration at another location, but I also wanted something a little more intimate where he could sit down, eat and celebrate with his family. Since I had just had such a good experience at EscovitcheZ, I knew exactly where I wanted to go. Now here's where it gets interesting. My husband's family is Jamaican. And if you know anything about Jamaicans, you know taking Jamaicans out for Jamaican food can be risky business! According to them, every Jamaican can cook, somebody in the family makes it better, and they WILL let you know if something isn't right. So yes, there was a little pressure. But EscovitcheZ passed the Jamaican family test! Once again, the service was great and they accommodated everything we needed. We were able to use the back area again, which was perfect because this time I specifically wanted that more intimate feeling. We could celebrate, laugh, joke, eat and enjoy each other without all the extra noise of a big birthday event. What really stood out to me was the consistency. Two visits, two completely different occasions, and both times they gave us exactly what we needed. And the fact that I enjoyed my first experience enough to bring my husband and his Jamaican family back the very next week for part of his 50th birthday celebration? That probably says more than anything else I could write. EscovitcheZ, we'll definitely be back! read more

Escovitchez - Caribbean Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Second time I came here. I am not sure what happen, but the service this time was very very very subpar. We came here for a coworker birthday. I do understand we were a big party, but standard of service should never been subpar for the price we were paying. We order a few bottles of wine, and some of us didnt get wine glass. How did the wine come before the glasses. Food took for to arrive. One of our co worker didnt get her food, found out they gave it to the wrong table. About the time, she got her food, everybody else was finish .Server never came back for water refills. However , the food is still good. Hopefully management works on. getting service on point. read more

I normally loveeeee this place but had to note today our service was exceptionally slow. Took us 1.5 hrs to get our food. We were a big party and there was another large party as well, but The restaurant wasn't full at all. Even getting bread and drink orders took a while. Everything was delicious, but there was no apologies or even acknowledgment of the delay I will say though, both my aunt and son had the jam down spring rolls and they got sick. My son violently threw up three times at the table immediately after and my aunt was very sick afterwards. I know Ackee can be dangerous if not washed and prepared correctly so I think the kitchen should note this. The 20% auto gratuity was especially frustrating because our service did not reflect that. read more

What a lovely space. We were greeted warmly upon arrival. I had a reservation through OpenTable however, the hostess had to make a table ready after being greeted. The restaurant was not that busy. This was a Thursday night at around 7:30 PM. It's a core really nice. Very comfortable. Our server was sweet. Very patient with my dining partner who had a lot of questions and restrictions. My dinner partner ordered a snapper, and I had the oxtails with rice and peas. The presentation of both of them was amazing. The rum punch was tasty and exactly as described by server. My dining partner opted it for the much stronger version which I can't remember its name. And it indeed was strong according to her. All in all, it was a nice experience. The food was good. The young man that was our server was great, the hostess to check on us on a couple of occasions and I appreciate that. I just thought the service was slow. I feel that our unexpected to go orders that were placed after our meal came out faster than out plated dishes. read more

Escovitchez - Yeah, with rice and peas and mixed vegetables. - Caribbean Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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This place is located where the old north lake mall used to be. It's not clearly visible from the street, you'll have to drive into the mall parking lot to get to it. The ambiance is beautiful in there. As a Jamaican I appreciated the wall art displayed in there and of course big up Bob Marley. It's a pretty big establishment. I went during lunch time and it was pretty empty. They have lunch specials but it's to go only. The spring rolls were delicious 10/10. I had the stew chicken entree. It was good for what it was, the rice could have been a bit better. 8/10 my friend had the oxtail Rasta pasta, she said it was very good 9/10. We tried the sour soup juice and it was very refreshing 10/10. Overall the food is worth the visit. I'll have to stop by again on a dinner night. They did have 2 bars in there. Free parking! read more

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I really enjoyed coming to this place. It was recommended to me by a fellow yelper and it was great. This place is on the side of an abandoned mall. It is impossible to spot from the street. You need GPS to get here. I was served by the bartender KJ and the service was great. He showed me around and explained the venue. They have comedy shows on Thursday, DJs for Friday & Saturday, and Jazz on Sunday. I ordered the Red Snapper Jerk. It came with plantains, fried potato cakes, carrots, and tomatoes. The Red Snapper was great but loaded with bones. I really enjoyed the greens inside the fish. Potato cakes are pretty bland so get a dipping sauce. I will return for one of their events. read more

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I've visited the Snellville location in the past. I was very excited to know that they were opening a location within 10 minutes of my house. I went this past Friday night for dinner. Upon arrival we were pleasantly greeted and seated within two minutes. We opted to sit on the side where the music was playing. The DJ Chip Lee was absolutely amazing. He's not just a DJ. He is a full on performer. We have so much fun, listening to reggae, Soca and dance hall music. I ordered the fried shrimp for an appetizer and the sauce that they tossed it in was absolutely delicious. For my entrée, I ordered the oxtail Rasta pasta and it was delicious. I just wish that I had ordered another protein to include in it because when I asked once my food got to the table, I was not able to just add a protein because they don't do side orders of protein and I would be charged for another meal entirely. However, the portion size is really good and I was able to take some home. read more

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The ambience is beautiful here. They're located in Northlake mall and plenty of free parking is available. I sat at the bar and was greeted promptly. I've heard great things about the rum punch, so I started off with one. It was very good. I also got the blow wow shrimp for an appetizer. The portion was small and the shrimp were a bit overcooked, but the flavor was nice. For my entree, I ordered the oxtail with rice and peas. The flavor of the oxtail was good, but the pieces were so small and difficult to eat. The rice was undercooked as well. To end my evening, I finished with the Rita Marley cocktail. It was strong, but really sweet. Overall, I really enjoyed my experience here. The ladies at the bar provided phenomenal service. I wa a bit underwhelmed by the food, but I would return to try something different. read more

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Well I have been to this restaurant in Snellville it was a pleasure. When I see it opens men's up by my work place I was happy happy. We decide to go in for lunch . First off the the rating was 100 from the state. The restaurant is absolutely beautifully decorated and very spacious. They have Comedy night last and a little stage and room to dance . Nice lounge areas. We were fretted when we came in and we were seated promptly. Folks weee attentive. Now the food OMG 10/10. Mac and cheese creamy nice crust total bomb. Shrimp and oxtail fried rice with oxtail on top. Stew chicken marinated and bone off tender. Vegetables seasoned well. Rum cake bomb. We didn't have alcohol but a couple Leaving said the bob marley had him right. This is top tier fine dining Jamaican style. read more

Escovitchez - Brown stew chicken 10-10 - Caribbean Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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Let me start by saying the food was great! That is why I gave 4 stars. As I'm writing this it has been at least 20 minutes since we ordered our second drinks. I'm really trying not to take away another star, but... It took a while for us to get our food. How is there just 1 bartender on a Friday night? Maybe there was just 1 cook also tonight. I like the atmosphere and we danced and had a good time. We were celebrating birthdays so I will let the slow service slide this time. My drink finally came while I was writing this review. The lychee martini was all that! Let's work on the service Escovitchez!!! I live here in Tucker and want to spread the word about y'all!!! read more

Escovitchez - Caribbean Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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I ordered the salmon Rasta pasta via online order, small lunch portion for $25. I arrived at Northlake mall near the Food Court, however the restaurant is located outside of the mall near Footlocker and Dugan's. The restaurant seems nice for dining in. The health score is 100. There was a woman sitting at the host stand, she didn't offer much assistance but a server quickly jumped in to check the status of my meal. I arrived exactly at the time I was supposed to for pickup and ate my meal shortly after. The food was warm, I fully expected it to be hot. The flavor of the sauce was pretty good, but the salmon lacked seasoning; so, I had to make sure to eat the salmon with the sauce. It was worth a try. Good portion; just needed a bit more seasoning and spice. read more

Escovitchez - Salmon Rasta Pasta - Caribbean Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Woah woah woah. This place is IT. I visited this place with a few of my girlfriends for to celebrate one of our girls' birthdays and I'm so glad that we did. Located outside of Northlake Mall, Escovitchez is a fairly new Jamaican restaurant and is the second location of the brand. When you walk into the restaurant, the interior will really blow you away. Cloaked in rich velvets, deep emerald colors and Caribbean art, this place is reallyyyy beautiful. The bar is one of the first things you see when you enter and it's a fabulous first impression. We visited on a Saturday early evening before the night really kicked off. It took a few minutes to get seated but once we were, the night was seamless. We had Tamia as our waitress and she was truly phenomenal! I started with a guava margarita and it was delicious and strong - two great combos when it comes to a night out. We opted for the jerk chicken plantain nachos and salt fish & ackee spring rolls for starters to share at the table. Both were SO good!! The nachos were superrr cheesy, including big, juicy plantains at the bottom and the flavors blended well. The spring rolls were really an incredible surprise. I grew up eating salt fish & ackee, but the combo inside of the spring roll paired with sweet chili sauce was bananas. For dinner, I couldn't pass up the snapper. The snapper is available in two different sizes and about 5 different ways. I decided to go for a small snapper, escovitch style with rice & peas. Let me tell you.. that snapper was GREAT! The fish was beautifully prepared, the veggies were perfectly pickled and full of flavor. I wish I could have one of those weekly!! This was seriously an incredible experience that has me dying to return. So worth a visit! read more

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Regardless of which location, you will experience the same beautiful ambiance, elevated dining, good vibes, STELLAR customer service, and the food is exceptional. This location is in the north dekalb mall next to dugan's. Parking is plentiful. Come in and spend awhile. I can't say enough about this brand of restaurants. I know this location will bring back life to this mall. I have to touch on the food again. I will argue with no one. They make the best Rasta pasta. The sauce is consistent. Not runny. Jerk seasoning is respective of the culture. So many times authentic recipes adjust to the environment. But they make their Rasta pasta right for native Jamaicans, Jamericans, expats, or lovers of the culture. And honestly who was doing ackee and salt fish egg rolls before them. The warm coco bread is an entire slap! The owners know what they are doing. Most times I come in, I will see either of them on the floor or at the hostess area. This is service and hospitality at its finest. Support and bring a friend. read more

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This was my second time at this location and they did not disappoint AGAIN. I came on a Friday and sat at the bar and it wasn't busy. There was a DJ playing Caribbean music and Afrobeats and I'm told he's there every Friday and Sunday. Definitely enjoyed the vibes. I ordered a lychee martini and wasn't sure if I wanted vodka so the bartender made it with tequila. Delicious. Both bartender's are such a vibe. I had the shrimp Rasta pasta which I got the last time so I knew it would be good. It's probably my go-to here but I can't wait to try other items in the menu. This is definitely a great place to vibe either at the. Bar for a date or dinner with friends and family. read more

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Good food, good drinks, good music, and lovely decor. I came here on a Friday evening and sat at the bar near the dance floor. They had a dj playing some good tunes and I almost got up from my seat to dance with the other locals! They had plenty of large tv's to watch NBA and NFL games on. I ordered the salmon with guava sauce, broccoli, and rice & peas. I must have misread the menu because I thought it came with potatoes, but the waitress said it's rice and peas OR potatoes. So make sure you get clarity on the menu. The guava sauce wasn't very good so I ate the salmon without it. Everything else was very tasty even though the rice and peas were a bit dry. The servers were all friendly but it was kind of hard to communicate over the music. I might sit at the other bar near the entrance next time to prevent shouting over the tunes. Anyway, I definitely intend to come back! read more

Escovitchez - Salmon, broccoli, rice and peas - Caribbean Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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Rick, the bartender and Bree also Courtney our wonderful bartenders The food is good. I had to jerk red snapper and it was wonderful. read more

The food is mediocre. It will be the first and last time at this Jamaican restaurant. The lamb was decent yet the vegetables were inedible. The service was mediocre. It is obvious that they do not have sufficient numbers for a profit because they mandate that everyone tips twenty percent on each tab. As a consumer, I feel that I want to tip the amount aligned with my budget. BUYER BEWARE. Keep searching for an authentic Jamaican restaurant. See Chef Rob. read more

This was my first time trying this location. I would definitely recommend. The location is beautiful and big. Staff was great and food was very good. I will say however that service at times was a bit slow for it not being too packed. I had a classic margarita for a drink and the curry goat for my meal. Having been to the other location I was a little disappointed at how dry the complimentary bread was, but I can appreciate getting complimentary bread as not all places actually do that. But my curry was great and I enjoyed my drink. Tamia, our waitress, was very sweet and the manager or owner stopper briefly by the table to make sure we were ok which I also appreciated. My mom ordered the coconut water which was advertised as "authentic coconut water" but it wasn't. Overall, I would definitely go back and can't wait to try some more things! read more

I came here for a birthday celebration. They open at 5pm and our reservation was at 5pm so we had all of the attention that afternoon. We were served complimentary bread, similar to a coco bread that was hot and tasty. My favorite items that afternoon was the blow wow shrimp and the Jerk Chicken Plantain Nachos. I don't like plantain but I was pleasantly surprised by the plantain chips instead of plantain. The space is large and well decorated. There was a Dj playing nice old school reggae music. Even with the music we could still enjoy the conversation at our table. It's a nice hang out spot and I'm excited to visit again! read more

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Delicious Jamaican Cuisine in a new beautiful restaurant. Take Out lunch specials for 1/2 portions. Kind staff. We were served by Allyson. Allyson was attentive to our lunch party. The restaurant has a stage and is able to accommodate larger parties. Two full bars and plenty of seating. I would definitely recommend. Especially since they are open for lunch!! I was so happy to see that. The food was well priced for the portions. Very flavorful and if you like spicy or savory flavors, there is something on the menu for you. read more

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This place is really a vibe! This is their second location, the first being in Snellville. It's a Jamaica restaurant & the servers are nice and fast, and the food is great with large portions. I got the shrimp and oxtail friend rice to go and the plate was so big. The food is flavorful and the drinks are really good too, especially the rum punch. 10/10 read more

Escovitchez - Drink menu - Caribbean Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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I order my food to go and I was greeted promptly by a server upon entering the establishment. The food came right out and it was fresh but lacked so much seasoning. The red beans and rice and the cabbage were the worst I have ever had. The vibe in the restaurant seemed so nice and perfect for a date night. How ever after spending $100+ on the food it was truly disappointing. I almost want to take the food back and have the chef taste it. read more

Escovitchez - Caribbean Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

I absolutely enjoyed dining at this new restaurant. I was very impressed with the layout and decor of the restaurant. As Trinidadian, it can be hit or miss with Caribbean restaurants, especially in the south. My oxtail entree was delectable, that gravy was so tasty. The vegetables provided the right notes of sweetness. Not all Jamaican restaurants are created equally and most tend to water down the essence of the food to cater to the palates of others. Escovitchez, THANK YOU for sticking to the formula of Caribbean cuisine. I especially appreciate them having real pepper sauce and not Texas Pete or any other non-Caribbean hot sauce. I also enjoyed the music of the live Reggae DJ. read more

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Tonight my family and I spent nearly $90 on a to-go order supporting a Black-owned restaurant we frequent. We arrived at 9:48 PM and we received an email stating our food was ready. However, when we arrived, we were eventually told by the owner/manager, Dwight, that our order had been given to someone else. We then waited an additional 15-20 minutes while the food was remade. What made the experience so upsetting was not even the wait itself. Mistakes happen in restaurants every single day. It was the complete lack of empathy, accountability, and basic hospitality afterward that left such a bad impression. The restaurant was nearly empty, yet there was still no sincere apology or acknowledgment from Dwight himself. From the very beginning of the interaction, the owner was extremely rude, dismissive, and defensive rather than understanding or solution-oriented. After waiting and being inconvenienced, I calmly asked if there was any way we could be compensated -- even something small like a drink, dessert, or discount. Instead of understanding, we were met with coldness and hostility. Dwight repeatedly stated he was "not giving anything" and after I share with him that I used to work in the restaurant industry he told me, "You run your restaurant your way and I'll run mine mine." As someone with a background in hospitality, the interaction honestly hurt more than it should have because I know firsthand that situations like this can be handled with grace. Customers usually are not angry over an extra 15-20 minute delay. They become upset when they feel dismissed, brushed off, and made to feel like their time and money do not matter. Another customer nearby even spoke up and commented that it was not the way customers should be treated, which confirmed that the interaction truly was as uncomfortable as it felt. What made it even more disappointing was that after my sister and I calmly expressed our disappointment, Dwight opened the door and escorted us out rather than attempting to resolve the situation or show any empathy toward paying customers. A simple apology, a little empathy, or even basic ownership of the mistake would have completely changed the experience. Instead, my family walked away feeling disrespected and unwelcome. In the world we are living in today, kindness and respect are free. No customer should ever be treated this way, regardless of the caliber or size of the restaurant. I have honestly never been treated with this level of disrespect at a restaurant before. Taking care of your customers should always be the number one priority, especially when the mistake was made by the restaurant itself. Unfortunately, after this experience, I would never patronize this restaurant again. read more

This restaurant looks great! The food was good! I was surprised that they didn't have cabbage! The service was ok, seemed pretty relaxed!

Food is very pricey for the portion size. I ordered the oxtail dinner, which was beef neckbone and kangaroo tail mixed. It took a while to get our food, and the place was not really packed just a few tables of people. The waitress was nice, but she added her 20% tip, which wasn't deserved. I wish I had taken my $108.00 elsewhere. I definitely will NOT be returning. read more

The food is authentic Caribbean food with exquisite service and the live music on certain days. This place is absolutely amazing

The food was very good. The salmon was very flavorful. My drink, the Bob Marley, was excellent. They only needed to work on speed of service. read more

Escovitchez - The Bob Marley "No Return" - Caribbean Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

We've eaten here and at their Snellville location. The food is great, a wonderful presentation. The service is good, however, somewhat slow. We didn't realize that an 20% percent automatic gratuity for a party of 3 was required. That's the reason why I took 1 star away. The gratuity should be your choice. read more

Nice ambiance, flowers were beautiful, looked real as I got closer and touch them they were not. Service was nice, food was great. Gratuity auto added. Didn't jump out as somewhere I would have to go to get jerk, but good. Will return to try escovitchez fish. read more

Escovitchez - Jerk chik and stew chik very good. Didn't care for the bammy sort of dry and tasteless. - Caribbean Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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Escovitchez is a Jamaican/ Caribbean restaurant that nails the trifecta: incredible food, chill vibes, and an atmosphere that feels like a warm invitation. From the moment I walked in, the ambiance set the tone for a memorable evening. The decor was understated yet sophisticated--clean lines, thoughtful lighting, and an elegance that didn't try too hard. It allowed the real star to shine: the food. The service tied everything together. Our waitress was warm and attentive, checking in just the right amount to keep things flowing. She answered all our questions and gave helpful recommendations, though she seemed slightly annoyed for a moment--just a flicker, and nothing that dimmed her overall pleasant demeanor. Her consistency and care made the evening feel thoughtfully curated. The menu? Absolutely worth savoring. We had the curry goat and escovitch fish, and both were standouts. The goat was slow-cooked and unbelievably tender, with rich seasoning that hit all the right notes. The escovitch fish brought bold Caribbean flavor--crispy perfection topped with a sauce that was tangy, vibrant, and deeply satisfying. It didn't just complement the fish--it stole the show. As the night unfolded, the vibes only got better. Around 8 PM, the VJ took over with a phenomenal playlist that transformed the energy of the room. Smooth transitions, perfectly timed beats--suddenly, dinner had a soundtrack. It added life without overpowering conversation, making it a perfect backdrop for both mingling and moments of reflection. Sorry I am not the picture taking guru, but I hope this helps! read more

Escovitchez at Northlake was really nice. We dined here last night and enjoyed delicious food, a beautiful atmosphere, and wonderful service. The portions were good and the prices were very reasonable. We've been to the Snellville location a few times and are so excited to now have one closer to us. We are excited to return! read more

Th food was absolutely delicious. Unfortunately the waitress did get my husbands order wrong but nonetheless we enjoyed our time there . The ambiance is so beautiful and made us feel like we had visited Jamaica once again . read more

I try the new spot in my neighborhood. Keep in mind that I was dining alone at the bar. Ordered the jerk wings in which were very good. However, you only get 4 appetizer wings per serving for 9 dollars. No drinks were ordered during this visit. Service is OK. Decided to ask for my bill and noticed a 20% automatically added gratuity just to dine alone at the bar. Just keep that in mind when ordering, because I surely will not return. read more

Restaurant decor and servers were elegant and so attentive. i ordered the brown chicken stew with rice and peas. it was very flavorful. my friend ordered the goat curry with steamed rice. she said it was tasty but a lot of the bites were bones as opposed yo goat meat....but still good. her hubby ordered the chicken and waffles and wasn't too wowed by the portion size or the cut of chicken. that may not be their strong suit on the menu. read more

The food and staff are amazing! The flavor profile is unmatched to anything I've tasted before. They never miss, on Thursday's. There is comedy night starting at 8 and on the weekends there is always a live DJ! You can dance sing and really enjoy yourself. read more

New location, new building, great food service. Big and better. Food still taste the same. Fresh and tasty. I had the oxtails.

Great service. Good Food. Only negative was having to send glasses back twice. Maybe the dishwasher filter was bad. Idk. Food was remarkable enough to make up for that. read more

Appetizers I ordered were tasty- the jerk wings and the cauliflower. The drinks were great and so was the service, our waiter was very polite and friendly. The ambiance was one of a kind, liked the vibe and the music. I will definitely try again for the food, drinks and ambiance.,ambience ... and ambiance read more

I came in and was seated at the bar (afternoon, lunch time). I ordered an entree and juice, no alcohol. It wasn't very busy. The server seemed nice when I sat. She was speaking to another lady that was seated the bar as if they were familiar. I sat, she handed me a menu. I sat for a little longer and she walked back over and asked if I had questions. I stated that I'd like to order if that's ok. The food took a little longer than I expected. No problem. It wasn't hot...no problem. Another small group of 4 comes in and also sit at the bar. The server begins to help them. By now my drink is watered down, mostly ice. I noticed that she has spoken to the other guests around me quite a few times and not once did she ask if I'd like anything else to drink, water, if the food is ok...nothing. I wanted to order a couple more entrees to go, but since she never approached I decided to just pay for what I ordered and leave. When I did finally get her attention to ask for my check and a to go box, she looked at me as if I was a bother. I look at the receipt and noticed a 20% gratuity had been added. I immediately scratched off the additional/unintentional tip I had written in. I was caught off guard when I saw the added gratuity. What ticks me off the most is that the particular young lady that was my server wasn't it...her service was just bad. I won't be returning. read more