This is one of my go to places for lunch. Fast casual, mainly take out style. The lunch special is probably one of the best kept secrets in Houston. Huge portions you will def have left overs. Service is always great, never have to wait and if there is one, they quickly move the line along. read more

Love coming here; the food is always CONSISTENTLY good, and they always have a variety of traditional Jamaican favorites. Whenever I'm in the area, it's a must that I come here. I've tried pretty much everything: the curry chicken, curry goat, jerk chicken, beef patties, mac and cheese , vegetables, rice and peas, etc. Each time I visit they usually have a new item they've added to the menu such as spinach rice or different types of fresh juices. The cucumber gjnger and sorrel are so refreshing as well. I prefer coming to this location because their customer service is always warm and friendly. Plus the good tunes playing in the background adds to the taste of Jamaica. Definitely check them out, you won't be disappointed. read more

Golden Krust - Curry goat lunch plate with spinach rice - Caribbean Near Me - Houston, Texas

Bop! Bop! Bop! Wah gwaan, Jamaica?!! Golden Krust (GK) has entered the chat. This restaurant chain is known for Jamaican food staples like rice and peas and beef patties. I had to give GK a try myself. I selected rice and peas (w/ gravy) and a (mild) beef patty with cheese. Unfortunately, they were out of the chicken patties - I wanted that too. At first bite the flaky, soft beef-filled pastry was tasty and I can see why it is a favorite. The restaurant even has an "express patty" line, that should tell you how much of these they sell in there. My mouth watered at the smell of the rice and peas, and it did not disappoint. Covered in oxtail gravy it was delicious and filling. The restaurant is small and seating is limited, so keep that in mind if considering dining in. The restaurant is brightly lit and full of fliers and posters on the walls and glass window highlighting Jamaican events and culture, as well as the Jamaican flag hanging proudly in the window as a reminder of what and who they represent. I love that. With reggae music pumping through the speakers you can definitely feel the Carribean energy in the place. I would say, don't expect to receive a warm welcome or a smile when walking in the door, it may not happen. Just have your order ready in your head and be ready to say it. Side note: If visiting for the first time it may also be in your best interest to review their menu first to see what you'd like before stepping inside or walking up to the register to order... I did not get the feeling that they were all that excited to go through it with me. Lol, oh well. All in all for $10.78 I got my money's worth. For the portion size I'd say the price was not bad at all. It only gets more expensive if ordering something like their oxtails. I may consider going back again. Try it out if you're in an island mood! Enjoy and keep it Irie! read more

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First time here. I don't really eat Caribbean food, but since I was in Houston during the hurricane, this was one of the only places that opened up. I'm so glad i stopped in. I ordered the fried chicken plate with spinach rice, and a mild meat pie. Who can go wrong w/ chicken? Especially fresh chicken?? The spinach rice was good but a little spicy for me. Next time i'll try the pea rice. The fried plantain and steamed cabbage were amazing. The meat pie was the winner for me. It was so delicious. I've definitely would go back !! Thank you for opening up after the hurricane hit because there really wasn't anywhere to eat. These employees deserve a bonus!! The hotel lost power as well so they couldn't offer us anything to eat either so getting out to find something was the only option. That meat pue though!!!!!!!!! OMG!!! You have your try!! read more

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Came here for a quick meal and was happily impressed! The staff was very welcoming and helpful with the questions I had. I was unfortunately in a hurry so I grabbed a fresh juice and a curry beef and jerk chicken patties. The juice was incredibly fresh and had a wonderful ginger flavor. The patties haf a great amount of filling and the spice levels were on point. Only tiny thing I would change is having the patties cooked a little longer. They could have been a little flakier if they cooked just a tad bit longer. That being said I look forward to going back! read more

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So Ive been to this Location before and I can attest things have changed. I do feel the food is good when fresh. Its flavorful however they are using the same roux for everything. My Oxtail and Stew Chicken shouldnt taste IDENTICAL. No Rum Punch Not even the Pineapple Ginger punch I just feel there are other places I can go for authentic Caribbean cuisine. If youre in the area and short on time Stop. If not go up the road theres another place called Bourbon Sizzler on Holly Hall their fantastic. read more

This is a CASUAL restaurant and that is just fine. It's not meant to be the fanciest place. It's affordable and dependable comfort food that absolutely hits the spot. Try the sides - the macaroni and cheese is about the best you will have. I've been trying the breads and not a miss yet. read more

Excellent and authentic Jamaican cuisine! Love their chicken soup with the spinners, hibiscus drink. The best beef patties that are very flavorful. read more

I've visited this restaurant twice and regrets spending my hard earned money there. i bought chicken soup on my first visit and could only take one bite because it was so salty. on my second visit the red peas soup was too watery and did not have the authentic Jamaican flavor. i do not plan to return. read more

From the very first bite, I was hooked, and within a three-month span, I've been back countless times--for lunch, dinner, and even used them for a catering an event! This is hands-down the best Jamaican food I've found in Houston. The food is authentic, fresh, and served piping hot every single time. The consistency in flavor and quality is unmatched--whether it's oxtails, jerk chicken, or patties, every dish bursts with flavor. The service is equally impressive: friendly, fast, and attentive. If I could give more stars on Yelp, I absolutely would! Don't think twice about it--Golden Krust is a must-visit. You'll find yourself coming back for more, just like I did. read more

The food was disgusting and over priced. The oxtail had no flavor. Just tasted like boiled meat. The chain has deteriorated in quality. Golden Krust at home in NYC never tasted this bad. My meat patty was dry. Rice and peas also dry. A complete waste of money. Extremely disappointed. read more

The beef patty was dry. I don't try anything else but i likely will not return. They had rum cake and carrot cake for those who are interested. read more

Fantastic service. Restaurant was super clean and organized. Food was mid but as expected. Jamaican food wasn't created to be fast food. Period. Rice and peas have a fast food taste. :( Curry goat was extremely spicy and lacked depth in flavor. Generous portion size. read more

Golden Krust - Small curried goat meal - Caribbean Near Me - Houston, Texas

I ordered from the Kirby store in Houston on Uber Eats. I'm pescatarian so I decided to go with the Fried Snapper with rice & peas and steamed vegetables, along with a vegetable patty. Turns out they gave me fried chicken instead, along with SUPER dry rice & peas, and the blandest veggies I've ever eaten. The patty was the only saving grace, and that was only decent. I got a full refund, but the meal was ruined. Will never eat there again. read more

I ordered chicken curry to-go. I ordered online and had to wait a little in store because there was only one person working the counter. But the wait wasn't too bad and she was nice. It was a lot of food! I had more than enough for another dinner. Golden Krust is a good place to have in your to-go rotation. Fyi- they're only doing to-go orders right now. read more

Golden Krust - Chicken Curried Chicken Meal - Caribbean Near Me - Houston, Texas

Love this spot! Lia was awesome!!!! Try before you buy will have you spending yo whole paycheck and tip a good $50.... Lordt help me with discipline cause Golden Kristen owes me not a dam thang but they can have all of me and mines! read more

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I ate on this entire meal two days straight! That's how much food you get here! It's delicious! The meat patty has a delicious filling - it was a little hard on the edges but that's okay. I know those are made in the morning and I ordered right before closing. The curry chicken was so good and tender. The rice and peas were amazing. The steamed vegetables, eh, needed more seasoning but mixed in with everything else, it was no biggie. I can't wait to try the oxtails! read more

Golden Krust - Mild Beef Patty - Caribbean Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Ooooooweeeee! So delicious! Finally stopped by here to try them out. I purchased a small plate (huge portions) with oxtail, rice (cant remember the exact name) cabbage, plantains, and a beef patty. It was all so flavorful. The beef patty was my favorite. The crust was so flaky and the temperature was jut right! The staff was super friendly and offered me samples of any and everything I wanted to try before I purchased. I will definitely come back here for a meal. read more

Golden Krust - Oxtails, rice, cabbage, and plantains - Caribbean Near Me - Houston, Texas

I drove three hours from San Antonio to come check out Golden Krust, & I was not disappointed even slightly. Let me tell you, if we had a place like this in San Antonio, I'd be back at my old size of a 28!!! I ordered my food to go, because I planned on going around to take photos too, as I am a photographer. But, instead, I got two plates, one for dinner & one for lunch/dinner today. So heres my two cents...it's worth it. I got braised oxtail & all the fixings: Rice & peas, greens, & plantains. If had been sitting at a table when I ate this, I would have been slapping it & crying out "dayum! Now THAT is some good food!" Each bite I took, I savored every bite, every morsel & smackerel! The braised oxtail was fall off the bone perfection. Very, very little fat. It was perfection. Let me tell you, I was sucking dem bones!!!! The rice & peas, with a bit of braised oxtail sauce poured over, had me slapping the air more. (I need to get a table, a strong one. Lol) The spices in that rice & peas was so good, I could easily have made a meal of just that alone. OMG! The greens, (they said what they were, but my hearing sucks,) but those greens were on point. The flavor. OMG I cannot stress enough about the flavors in the food. Perfection. Making my mouth water again right now as I think about this meal. Gonna be eating my lunch super early today. May not split it up for dinner. Just skip dinner. Lol But, I did have two of the jerk chicken wings on the drive back home, ok & may have snuck one, or two, of the plantains. What?! I love them. I knew I'd have them with my braised oxtail at home, but NOPE! Could not wait. So, my meal today, (had part yesterday ), is going to be the Jamaican Jerk Chicken Wings, spinach rice, and green beans with, yup you guessed it them plantains. Just DAYYUUMMMM! The spiciness of the Jamaican Jerk was perfect, the chicken was moist and each bite was sheer heaven to my tastebuds. Did have a couple of forkfuls of the rice & it was just so yummy. The flavors blended so well, made me want to eat it all before I pulled out of the parking lot. Knowing it was gonna take me three hours to get home & get to eat the braised oxtail, I did eat enough to satiate me. Two wings, two plantains, a bit of rice & some of the perfectly cooked green beans. The only thing I needed, because I'm a Southern Belle, was some biscuits to sop up all that goodness. Well, next time. Then, oh I'm not letting you get away without praising that fruit punch. Holy heck. That stuff had me taking a sip, & yelling in my car "DAYUM THIS IS SO GOOD" after each little punch of the spiciness of that punch. Truly best fruit punch I've had in my life. I've already told them I'll be back next month & I want a gallon of that stuff, truly. Side note, after driving over three hours to get home, (yeah I had to stop at Buccee's), my food was still warm enough to eat without any reheating. I can't even do that by going up the street from my house. Golden Krust somehow managed to keep their food at the perfect temperature & not have it over, or under cooked. The food was great right out of the container. So, I could only give five stars, but this location truly deserves 10. 10 for their amazing customer service. 10 for their amazing food. 10 for that fruit punch. Each time I head to Houston for no reason, this is where I'll be at lunch time. Be sure to go in, be kind, & just take in all the amazing smells of the awesome food. Chat with their employees, and enjoy this Golden Krust, because it is the best. Tell 'em Dee sent you. You won't regret it. I promise. Now, having friends FROM St. Kitts, Jamaica, Belize & Trinidad & having eaten at their homes... this food is some of the best I have had. Enjoy! read more

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Standard Jamaican food. Good portions, solid price. You aren't going to write home about the food but you will always be satisfied with it.

Let's be clear from the start. The staff were so nice it was ridiculous. I cannot fault them for the solid...meh...experienced at this visit. First off, nothing was ready and they had been open for 45 minutes. Took about 15 minutes to get our "fast food". They were out of the cheezee beef patty, mild beef patty, and other items that we really wanted to try. We tried the spicy patty, mac n cheese, plantains, and wings. The spicy patty was just ok. More like a paste than meat inside. The mac n cheese was pretty good until the spiciness hit you like a donkey kick to the sternum. The plantains were just OK. Definitely needed the extra salt we requested. The wings were pretty decent...but Wing Stop is WAY better. All in all, they are trying to get this place established and definitely have some growing pains to sort. If they get these taken care of, this could be an excellent addition to the fast food rotation. read more

We had this delivered for lunch it was chefs kiss. Beef patty was yummy and I'm not a true fan of beef patty's . But that JERK CHICKEN. It was so good wish I could have had way more it was way too good . Definitely give it a try you are in the area . read more

I love Caribbean food! Like sooooo much! I've had oxtails on multiple ways. Other cultures cook oxtails differently. But Jamaican style oxtails are my favorite! The portions I think are just right if not slightly larger than you'd expect! You have the option of gravy or no gravy but always get gravy, I mean, unless you're a communist... I've had the curry goat as well, it's equally just as yummy as the oxtails, and the spicy pattys, you can get them mild or spicy, both are good! The rice and peas to me seem a little on the dry side, but that's why I recommend you get gravy, their plantains are good too! I've ordered here several times, and my husband will make the drive since he knows this place is a favorite! I've even waited painstakingly long delivery times from UberEats just to get their food! Pro tip: don't expect to get there quickly if you go around the time the rodeo event is happening, or during rush hour traffic! It's in a strip mall/plaza type of place so there is a lot of incoming and outgoing traffic! read more

The food was very very good. I would've given 5 stars but it took longer than originally stated to be picked up and delivered. But then again. They might have been busy which okay. Plus I don't mind waiting if my food is fresh. Which it was. So maybe I just gave 4 because I was really hungry and had to wait. I went for the curry chicken plate and the jerk chicken patty. Firstly, the patty crust was flaky and cooked just right the jerk chicken was seasoned. Secondly, the curry chicken was tender and juicy. The meat FELL OFF THE BONE! AMAZING! You know how they say Jamaican food is the best when Jamaican people cook it. I didn't go in the restaurant...but I know it was authentic Jamaican food! read more

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Grabbed dinner there the other night, right before closing. Long, busy day, so hadn't eaten. About an hour and a 1/2 after eating my husband's stomach was upset. By 2 am we were both up for the night, throwing up and using the bathroom. I called the next morning, and was told I should have called the previous night. Even though they were closed by the time I made it home. Owner offered no refund, or even any apologies. Very disappointing. Especially given I go there pretty often. As well as my parents. Had to take off work because of migraines and vomiting. Won't be back. read more

Great food. Service is cool and ambiance is good. Overall everything is chill and nice. read more

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I was pleasantly surprised that a new place opened up here in the med center. Out of curiosity, I gave Golden Krust a try for dinner and it did not disappoint! The employees were really friendly and helpful as I haven't had Caribbean food too often. They took their time explaining exactly what they had. We ended up ordering the braised oxtail meal, goat curry meal, and a spicy beef patty. The meals came with rice and peas or rice/spinach. Apparently cabbage too, but since they ran out they gave me a generous portion of Mac n cheese. Everything was flavorful and delicious! The oxtails came right off the bone, the goat curry was seasoned and spiced just right. The spicy beef patty wasn't too spicy and the crust was flaky and delicious. I also enjoyed the pineapple ginger juice. It was really refreshing. Overall, I would definitely recommend if you want to try something new. Will be coming back! read more

Golden Krust - Caribbean Near Me - Houston, Texas

Went on a Saturday around 2 PM. Upon entry nobody was inside, didn't think the place was open. It was order jerk chicken and rice. Wanted pork, it's on website, they didn't offer any pork here? The Mac and cheese, apparently was sitting there since opening and looked really bad. Most of the food appeared to have been cooked earlier and was sitting for awhile. Rice didn't taste good. Jerk chicken was very dry. Had a piece of carrot cake, wasn't the kind on the website. Didn't like it. Had the pineapple and ginger juice. It was tasty. Will not be going back. Food just doesn't seem to be fresh. Not very good quality controls. Still have bearers up separating customers and the counters. COVID controls are still a thing? Maybe so you can't get a good look at the food on display? read more

I came in tonight for dinner and the two young ladies serving customers were not wearing mask, they were serving food and talking over the food and with COVID on the raise this is not a good practice. I will not be returning, I'm not looking to get exposed over a beef patty. read more

Big up! Food like 45... Mi gwan back I typically go once a week when in the area to do so. read more

I eat here every other week & I'm finally deciding to leave a review shame on me ‼ GOLDEN KRUST was my home away from home when I lived in The Bronx in 2014...... I was a struggling young adult who was tired of eating pizza but also was on a budget. The location in The Bronx provided me with that good home cooking I longed for & within my budget. Ok fast forward two years ago I see the location on westheimer GOLDEN KRUST IN HOUSTON ‼ I still frequent The Bronx & LET ME TELL YOU BOTH LOCATIONS IN HOUSTON SURPASS ALL THE NEW YORK LOCATIONS ‼‼ THEY NEVER DISAPPOINT ‼‼ read more

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I was in the area for an appointment and decided to give Golden Krust a try. Overall it was a positive experience. Here's what I liked: The stewed chicken was nicely cooked and the gravy was really tasty. I also liked that I was offered extra gravy, which I accepted :) The plantains had a nice texture and was tasty as well. The rice and peas had good flavor and was not dry! The customer service was excellent. I was acknowledged and greeted with a smile as I entered the restaurant. I really appreciated that. Now for what I didn't like: The cabbage. It had an overpowering buttery taste that I didn't enjoy. It was only edible with bites of chicken and rice and peas. I wouldn't drive out of my way to eat here but, while in the area, would definitely eat here again. read more

Loved the place before 2021 but after that the prices skyrocket and the quality went down. The service also went down and usually in a Jamaican spot the service is excellent but they make up for it in the food. I used to get the oxtails once a month and I haven't been back in years, but was about to give it another chance. These reviews reminded me why I can't go I see nothing has changed. read more

I come here when my craving for "comfort food" becomes unbearable. I love a good oxtail or stewed chicken and during rare moments I crave jerk chicken. I am originally from Trini so these cravings are fairly regular. Golden Krust has not disappointed when it comes to the taste of its food. I was very happy that one opened up in TMC area because I used to frequent this restaurant when I lived in Brooklyn​ - I especially fell in love with their festival. Why three stars then? Well while the customer service is good, and the food is tasty, sometimes I ended up getting a bit sick after eating there. It may be certain batches since I have not consistently gotten sick, but it has happened. Secondly, it is a bit pricey. It is very easy to run a high bill purchasing a few of their options - my last order of stewed chicken (meat only), small chicken soup, and jerk chicken entre was about $35. All in all,​ definitely a solid lunch/dinner choice. PS - apparently​ they also have saltfish breakfast items! Definitely on my bucket list to try for this year. read more

I ordered a variety of patties! I ate the meatless ones and my family enjoyed the beef and chicken patties. The peas and rice was flavored just right but the plantain was my favorite. I personally think the drinks should be $1 off when ordering in bulk or with a meal, overall the place was clean friendly and I will be back. read more

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I'm originally from New York. Loved it and their patties. I was so amped to go. Unfortunately I waited on line for 20 minutes to only purchase patties. The young lady who was serving was very nice and accomodating. I bought a jerk chicken, spicy beef and spinach patty. A side of plantains. The patties were awful and the plantains were basically burned. I am really sorry to have wasted my time and money there. Will not be going back. #learnhowtomaketherealdeal# read more

Golden Krust is a reliable restaurant and the food is always delicious. I've been to the one in the Bronx, NY and Tampa and this location in Houston twice now. This location is "ok" in comparison. The others are always good, the food is always fresh. But not so much at this location. I would still go again. The service is ok. Food is really good. read more

I recently ordered for a group of 50 guests and had an amazing experience. The menu had a wide variety of options and the way they staff packaged everything was helpful and smart for transporting a large quantity and included a generous supply of plates, plasticware, and napkins. For the group, we picked up and delivered trays of jerk chicken, fried chicken, rice & peas, mas 'n cheese, plantains, and beef patties to a local school for teacher's appreciation luncheon and I ordered spinach rice, cabbage, and fried chicken for myself. Everything was delightful!! The flavors were well-balanced and delicious. The portion sizes were very generous. What really made my experience exceptional was the service. Felicia and Jenny were very attentive and knowledgeable, making recommendations and ensuring we had everything we needed. I didn't get the names of the kitchen staff who came out to help us but everyone we encountered were very helpful. Overall, I highly recommend Golden Krust for anyone looking for a great dining experience. The food and service were top-notch and left a lasting impression on me. I will definitely be returning and telling my friends to support this gem! read more

I forgot to take a picture, but this food is absolutely amazing. I ordered ox tails, jerk chicken, jerk patty. After having a long day of travel this for sure hit the spot. This is some of the best Caribbean food I have had with the right amount of kick. There is more than enough food for one person and made it a lot easier to order additional sides. I would definitely recommend if you are in the area. read more

I will start with what went well. The beef and seafood patty were tasty. I'd order with of those again. The rest of the meal I could've saved my money. It's super disappointing when you decide to blow money and calories on something good and end up just blowing money. Brown stewed chicken was thee worst. The gravy is fine but the thin flat pieces of chicken were severely overcooked. The meat was so tough I couldn't chew it. I even took a picture of the chewing effort in case you thought I was exaggerating. Literally wasted my money. Oxtails were just ok. These were not cooked long enough to be tender so also chewy. I didn't finish it and just stuck with the party. I was trying to venture out from the hut but I have learned better. read more

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