Caribbean Authentic Cuisine restaurant is a cozy cafe with a cool Afro-Caribbean aesthetic…read more On my visit I did not see anyone dining in, however, there are several tables for patrons to do so. I visited to experience the cuisine, which I haven't had much of admittedly. However, after reading several reviews I was led to try it. There was a large order ahead of me, and since there is only one gentleman, the owner, preparing the food, I was there for over an hour waiting for my carryout. I definitely can't stress enough how important it is to order ahead. The menu is small but mighty. It consists of jerk chicken, curry chicken, oxtails, curry goat red snapper, salmon, and Rasta Pasta for the mains. Side dishes include yams, rice & peas, cabbage, plantain and other items. He also sells juices and Jamaican beef patties. Now admittedly, I'm a lightweight when it comes to spices, particularly heat. I don't care for hot spices this is why I shied away from eating Caribbean food. *haha* I ordered the pasta thinking I would be avoiding the curry and the jerk seasonings. But being unfamiliar with the dish, I was wrong. The dish was full of flavor and very spicy. If you like that sort of thing, I am sure you will enjoy it as it had a deep flavor as if it was stewed overnight. The pasta comes with chicken, which was very tender and juicy. I also had a beef patty. The crust was flaky and delicious, as was the beef filling. Before I left, I shared with the owner that I had planned to leave a review on Yelp. He shared with me a letter that he had received from Yelp congratulating him on his driving business. He is humble, with a great spirit. I enjoyed him. I highly recommend Caribbean Authentic Cuisine. Whether you're familiar with the cuisine or you're looking to try something new, this is a great choice.

I had the privilege of trying authentic Caribbean cuisine. The service was not notch..The food was…read moredelicious... every bite. I am vegan, so I got the vegetable plate. I also ordered the jerk chicken for another person in my party. We were both very satisfied with the food. The flavor is authentic Jamaican and the portion sizes are generous. I can't wait to return for more Jamaican cuisine

It was wonderful tasting food and it was expensive but worth the price I only get it for special…read moreoccasions

Visiting from out of town and have been craving good Jamaican food. After a thorough search on…read moreYelp, we came across the Jamaican Pot - based on the reviews and photos, we knew we had to give them a try. We ordered a large jerk chicken with oxtail gravy on top, rice and red beans, beef patty and coco bread as well as two sweet potato brownies.... we didn't get photos of those. The beef patty was perfectly flaky and flavorful (not spicy), the coco bread was the perfect texture/sweetness to offsite the spice from the jerk chicken - which we ordered medium spice and although it was just spicy enough for me, it was too spicy for my husband. The chicken was tender and flavorful, the oxtail gravy gave it that extra kick. The cabbage was good too, not bland but not overly seasoned to take away from the chicken. I personally didn't care for the flavor or texture of the brownies, it was more like a soft layer of sweet potato on top on a cake bottom layer - if that makes sense, but my husband loved it. Overall, very pleased with the service, pricing and quality of the food! Definitely recommend and will be taking a plate back on the plane with us :)

We came here on our first day in Detroit. The restaurant had great music playing and it has a good…read morelocation, not being too far from our airbnb. The service was pretty quick. We ordered on the tablet they have at the front counter and sat down to wait for the food to be delivered to our table. They did have happy hour going, but I don't recommend it. The drinks weren't good honestly. Not sure what was being mixed but the liquor didn't taste right. We both had the Classic Village Meal (Jerk Chicken, jollof rice, and plantains). It was good food. I loved how the jollof rice and plantains were well prepared and hot. The jerk chicken wasn't served as hot as the rice and plantains so I think they had a timing issue in the back, so that was disappointing. There is a lot of food, so we were able to take home half and have it for breakfast the next morning. We also tried to the jerk taco and it was good and hot, but awkward to eat because there so much on top and it was just falling off as I was trying to pick it up and take a bite.

Here to write a view nearly 6 years later to continue to give kudos to one of my favorite spots in…read moreDetroit! I have consistently come here to get food throughout the years and it has been so rewarding to continue to see Yum Village be such a pillar in the city and in the food industry! The service here is incredible, you don't bus anything yourself. I also noticed that the staff that day was all women, from everyone front of house to the chefs in the back as well preparing the food, which was extra fun! They are so attentive to us and even when there was a snaffoo with on of my party's orders. They paid with cash and I think perhaps that messed up the tracking of the order through the system? I'm not entirely sure. As for the food, Yum Village has maintained some of the same dishes throughout the years, while also adding and/or rotating a ton of other dishes through the menu. I can definitely confirm that the garlic parm jerk chicken remains my favorite and that the spice level, while still plentiful and intense, has eased up a bit in recent years. Either that or that I have become more spice heat-tolerant! Either way, the portions also remain huge, so there was a ton of food to take home! I love the truffle collard greens, the deeply unique and flavorful corncakes, and also the star of the show this go around was the deliciously complex fried cheesy fufu! It oozes so much flavor and is the perfect addition to any meal and very shareable as well! Keep up the great work, Yum Village!!

This is a hole in the wall African restaurant. The restaurant is very simple with artwork and…read morepictures of Lagos. I love their jollof rice. As I had tried the authentic recipe before let me tell you, it is authentic indeed. If you think the rice is too dry, you can always mix with their Signature Sauce. It goes with everything. And their fried plantains - YUM We visited the place quite early so we get to pick our own seat and chat with the chef a bit. They are super friendly and down to earth. I'm sure they are super busy for delivery.

Delicious food and quaint vibe. The service was great and it's definitely a place I recommend if…read moreyou're ever in downtown Windsor.

I have never visited this place in person but I get it delivered via delivery service all the…read moretime!!!! The food is delicious. I usually get the oxtails and greens. The oxtails are amazing! That's why I continue to order from them. Amazing food with lots of flavor.

We did a DoorDash delivery from work. This is my first time having island spice. The jerk chicken…read morewas highly recommended and I wanted to taste the greens on yams as well. Everything is absolutely delicious. I don't know how I slept on this spot. I would definitely order everything I had again and I also want to taste other things on the menu. This food is full of flavor!

Don't sleep on this place. You'll be glad you stopped by. I'm in Detroit from Houston this week and…read moreI'm glad i was told about this restaurant. I had the Curry Goat and Oxtails. The price was right and the food even better.

My partner and I decided to grab some takeout before heading out later. He had never been to this…read moreparticular Caribbean restaurant before. It's located in a small building set back from the main road, and the lighting is dim, so you might miss it if you're not careful. The parking lot is also quite small. Upon entering, I was greeted warmly. The employees are behind bulletproof glass, but don't let that discourage you from enjoying one of the best meals ever! The server was kind and patient as I decided what to order. After a quick phone call, I ordered a jerk chicken meal with double rice and peas, and a curry goat meal with greens and rice and peas. The friendly gentleman informed me it would take about 10 minutes, and my food was ready exactly as promised. I always check my food before leaving any place, and everything looked and smelled amazing. The portions were generous for the price, and we could have shared a meal, but I was craving their curry goat! Since we didn't have far to drive, we started eating right away before heading home. The jerk chicken was perfectly seasoned, and all our food was fresh and piping hot. The rice and peas were tender and flavorful. However, I must say that the curry goat was the star of the show! It was tender and moist with just the right amount of spice. My body isn't usually fond of spicy foods, but this had the perfect kick. No extra seasoning was needed on anything! We both thoroughly enjoyed our dinners and couldn't finish even a fourth of either one. Wow, what an incredible takeout experience we had from this hidden Caribbean gem! It's tucked away in a small, dimly lit building off the main road--you might miss it if you're not paying attention. The parking lot's pretty tiny, but trust me, the food is 100% worth it! The moment I walked in, I was greeted with such warmth. Sure, the staff works behind bulletproof glass, but that didn't take away from how friendly and welcoming they were. The server was super patient while I took my time deciding. After a quick call with my bae, I ordered the jerk chicken with double rice and peas, plus a curry goat meal with greens and more rice and peas. The awesome guy at the counter said it'd be ready in 10 minutes, and guess what? Right on the dot! Of course, I had to check our food before leaving--habit--and oh my gosh, it looked and smelled AMAZING. Huge portions too; honestly, we could've shared, but there was no way I was passing on that curry goat! We couldn't even wait to get home--we dug right in. The jerk chicken? Mind-blowingly good. Perfectly seasoned, juicy, and packed with flavor. The rice and peas? Tender, flavorful, and just the right texture. But let me tell you, the CURRY GOAT stole the show! Tender, moist, with the perfect hit of spice--I usually can't handle spicy food, but this was just right. No extra seasoning needed, not even a sprinkle. We were both in foodie heaven and couldn't even finish a fourth of our meals because the portions were that generous. If you're craving authentic Caribbean flavors that'll blow your mind, this spot is a MUST. Don't miss it--seriously, your taste buds will thank you!

HORRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE! The Owner was rude & condescending and obviously didn't care about being…read morecustomer friendly or repeat business. #1stTimeLastTime #ZEROStars

‍‍‍ Their food is still good to this day. I hadn't been in a few years and came back to a plate…read morefull of greatness! This place is a gem and a must try. They have a food truck that stays in Royal Oak or Ferndale somewhere. I highly suggest you check it out. The Mac n cheese is a must try. Do not leave without getting it. I love this place! Place your order at the counter and they'll bring it to your table. Get here sooner than soon. That curry chicken will change your life!

Every dish is delicious! The service is always warm and friendly. My only gripe is only 3 plantains…read morecome with the meals.

LOUD, but excellent food…read more Stopped in on a whim and it was so loud, but entertaining. I shared an entree of the jerk chicken with the hubby. The flavor was spot on, and the service was too. Although they were very busy, our server showed up quick, and our food even quicker.