Customer service very friendly and helpful to someone like me, unfamiliar with the cuisine. Cozy little spot, there's never been anyone but me dining in all the times I've been there. theres plenty of tables and always folk coming in and out. I've tried the curried goat, oxtail, beef, and kingfish plates. The meats are superbly seasoned and the texture is pleasant. I always get the brown rice and beans with my plate, it's delicious. The plates come with a choice of cabbage or a vegetable mix, and I always choose the cabbage. It's fresh and the flavor contrasts well with the savory meats and rice. Oxtail is my favorite, then the goat, then the beef. All spectacular. The fish was good but a little dry and bony, so I'd pick something else unless you're craving seafood. One note: not spicy at all. I love a hot meal and after all I've heard about Caribbean cuisine and after the lady behind the counter told me to be careful because it's spicy my hopes were high. Kind of a let down. Still delicious, just not very spicy. read more

Hartleys Jamaican Res - Oxtail - Caribbean Near Me - Brocton, Massachusetts

Food, horrible. No flavor. I'm not sure but the Boston Jamaicans palettes are different. This is giving very Americanized very bland. And it was not cheap. Definitely should've skip this one. They don't pack up the plate either. read more

Hartleys Jamaican Res - Caribbean Near Me - Brocton, Massachusetts

Hello, waited about 40 minutes for jerk food, they ran out, ok fine but no one said more was coming up. Brought fried chicken because I waited in line so long. As I'm pay, same price mine you. More jerk chicken comes out but I'm not allowed to up date my plate. Others were probably advise but after waiting to give this place a try I was out of luck. Feel like if I was of carribean background maybe it would be different. Feeling slighted and cannot recommend. read more

We always used to go to Flames- religiously. UNTIL WE WENT TO HARTLEYS!!!! That's the only place we go anymore. So good, flavorful, fresh.

Food was good jerk chicken was hot I just wish the cabbage was more softer other than that delicious and I'll be back highly recommend read more

Hartleys Jamaican Res - Caribbean Near Me - Brocton, Massachusetts

First time trying here and was neither impressed or disappointed. The fried chicken and curry / jerk chicken were a highlight. The brown rice and beans were pretty good but very mushy. The yellow rice and Mac n cheese needed some flavor or seasoning of some sort. The plantains were hard and seemed old which is weird since I went during prime lunch time. The service wasn't bad but my first time my questions seemed more like a bother than interested in being helpful. I wouldn't say don't try it but it wouldn't on my list either. read more

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The oxtail was tender and flavorful. I love that they give a good amount of gravy on the rice. The rice was cooked perfectly! The meal came with a side of steamed cabbage. They were out of plantain but, theirs is usually good. The restaurant has a few parking spaces, there's also street parking. There's tables inside with plenty of traditional dishes and dessert. The employees are always friendly and greet customers. read more

Hartleys Jamaican Res - Oxtail Meal - Caribbean Near Me - Brocton, Massachusetts

Excellent new venue for Jamaican fare all the comfort classics from the land of Reggae and positive vibrations. Oxtail, Jerk Chicken, Beef Patties etc. Great location spotless premises and great location close to the Harrison BLVD exit off of rt 24. Go! Now! read more

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I mean, it was ok.... So, I am a Flames girl through and through, but didn't love my last experience, so I figured I'd try a new place. I agree that that the atmosphere is nice and it's really clean. I ordered the medium oxtails with rice and beans and veggies. I know prices have gone up and I'm not opposed to paying, but when I tell you I got the smallest (both in size and quantity) amount of oxtails! At least try to make sure there are at least 1-2 decent pieces knowing how much you are charging. The flavor was pretty good, but I'm still looking for my new favorite spot. read more

I can still remember when I first heard about them opening. I was beyond excited. Upon entering the vibe? Excellent. Music plays, large screen tvs for dine-in patrons, and impeccably clean. Nine times out of ten, you'd even see the owner cooking up the goodness in the back, while his attentive and friendly servers worked diligently to take care of our needs. Wonderful service, excellent food. Consistency all around. Jump several months later, and unfortunately, the excitement is gone. Dissapointed has entered the chat. The first bad experience? I'll even take the fault because I simply didn't pay attention. I got off work and headed in for their breakfast. I was looking forward to some porridge. The woman who assisted me said there wasn't any porridge that day but and different hot cereal I wasn't interested in. I ordered a meal for my wife, a breakfast meal of salt fish, banana and ackee, only 13.99 I saw. Grabbed two beef patties with coco bread and no cheese, and I asked her for another plate of the same as my wife. I received two small containers. One of each. I didn't think anything of it. I also ordered some carrot juice and a soda..... It was when I got home that I realized it came up to 66 dollars. I went to look at my reciept, and there was no atomization of what I ordered, just the total. Im thinking, 45.00 at best. Like I said, it was when I got home and seeing as they're a good 25 minutes away. I chalked it up as a loss and moved on. The next visit, the same woman was serving along with another, the one who took my order last time.. When I ordered my medium goat, I asked how much another scoop would be. The woman serving turned to the other woman who took my order last time. She clearly seemed like she was bothered. Only to see she had an earpod in listening to music. She wasn't like the others whom I'd dealt with previously. She walked over to the computer and after a few moments she said "7.99". No eye contact whatsoever. I said, "7.99?" I was just asking again to make sure. She said nothing. I said "nevermind, no thank you." The woman then shrugged her shoulders and walked away... I came home after spending another 40.00 dollars on my wife and is meals and thought about it. Im never going back, What has happened to general consistency? I've loved jamaican food my entire life, been called a "goat head" for my love of it by friends. I've also been a chef well over 30 years and have taken a devoted stand on customer service, no mattet what. When that leaves the window, so do I. Hartley, your food is SO good! Continue to keep up the good work. I spoke highly to you one day. Niether here nor there. Just need to let the people know. It's not you. it's who you have out front. Be blessed read more

My wife and I found this restaurant while on a visit to the Fuller Craft Museum. We were blown away by the flavors! We sat down and ate while watching the people being served and enjoyed the experience very much. It was busy! The servers smiled and and made up a beautiful plate for me. I felt very welcome. I got the Ox Tail Stew, the "DIrty Rice" made with the coconut milk and red beans, fried ripe plantains, cabbage slaw and a Ginger Beer to drink. My wife had the curried chicken, rice and slaw, with a Pepsi. The small size is good for one adult, but I'd recommend selecting a larger size, so you have left-overs, you won't be sorry! It's a great combo: visit the Fuller Craft Museum and fill your mind, then have a delicious lunch at Hartley's to fill your belly! It's a win/win! If you live nearby, go often and try everything. read more

If I could give this place zero stars I would simply because of the constant attitude. Employees are rude and unprofessional. The food is ok overall. Sometimes the goat is good but mostly its watered down and lack flavor. Very inconsistent. I usually order the medium goat with white rice and plantins. Today I ordered the same. This time i counted it, I got 12 tiny piece of goat and I do mean tinys and one of those had a bone with it. No sauce on the rice, even though I asked for more sauce they twisted up their face, rolled their eyes and did not put any more. So now I have white rice with barely any sauce on it after paying $20. Ridiculous. This is closer to my home, but I'll take the drive to Randolph to FLames. The employees are friendly and the food is better. Believe me, i wont be back to Hartleys and anyone who i speak to i'll make sure to tell them don't visit this establishment until you guys learn to do better. To the owners Hartley Thompson and Flore Thompson, do better in representing the caribbean people. Your employees are serving the public, people from all walks of life so, If you want to have longevity in the business, train your employees to be professional, courteous and polite. It will serve you in the long run. read more

Food 10 Service 10 Ambiance 10 Best Caribbean food on the south shore! I had rice and peas with oxtails. I would post a pic with this review but I only have bones left. read more

I got the jerk chicken with rice & peas and string beans along with a side of mac & cheese. The mac and cheese tasted weird. One bite and it went in the trash. Besides the mac& cheese the food was fresh, hot and delicious! I'll go back! read more

The food is great there! So no more Flames for me for while! I love the curry chicken and rice and peas. What I liked about the curry chicken is that curry sticks to the chicken. A lot of other Jamaican restaurants their curry chicken looks beige because the curry chicken doesn't stick! I also love the chicken soup but they don't make it everyday just certain days of the week! But this is my go to place for Jamaican food! read more

I ain't gon lie...the food here was incredible,well cooked and fresh ...I had jerk wings rice and peas cabbage ,plantains,a a piece of fried chicken....everything was perfectly prepared...I've tried all the other carriibean restaurants in the area and this is by far the best...not even close...hand down...no my wife isn't a big eater...I got her ox tail and white rice and cabbage,normally she'll eat half and then save half...she said the food was so good she couldn't put it down!!! Ya'll definitely got a customer for life in me!!!!! read more

I stopped into this restaurant yesterday afternoon after many rave review about the grand opening that happened last week. I ordered a plate for myself and for my family. I purchased the oxtail, jerk chicken, and bbq chicken plate. All the plates come with a heaping serving of rice as well as a vegetable side (cabbage or green beans). All the food was fresh and delicious. I will definitely visit again when in the area! read more

Food was amazing service was amazing atmosphere is amazing and the young woman that served us our food was absolutely amazing!! She made sure our experience was an absolute joy!! Ma'am I don't know your name but my fiancé and I were very pleased with the service you provided us.. You made sure we were well taken care of and we thank you for that.. Your food was very fresh and your establishment is very clean and warm.. We look forward to eating here again!! Thanks again and happy holidays!!! read more

Gave them a shot because they're a new restaurant. I think they opened up about a week ago if not less. It's going to hurt me to leave this comment but the food is HORRIBLE. The rice and peas is bland and soggy with way too much coconut milk and made with canned kidney beans so the color isn't there. The curry goat is tender but it's lacking flavor no ginger no pimento no garlic no seasoning salt just curry a cheap kind of curry, string beans are wack sweet plantains are wack. The oxtails are disgusting sweet like ketchup extremely dark like they use way too much browning. I don't think the cook knows anything about herbs and spices Scallion Ginger Thyme Pimento Scotch bonnet Garlic Onion S&P PLEASE USE MORE FLAVOR AND COOK THE FOOD PROPERLY I feel like I wasted my money and time P.s. the sweet and spicy chicken was ok I give this restaurant a 0.5/5 read more

In light of great reviews I decided to try this new Jamaican restaurant and I might say it's not bad but not the best in my books. The service is super friendly and everyone who walks in will feel welcomed. The decor is nice and there is 2-3 tables for dine in. This is more of a take out spot. Now the food... I had the jerk chicken and flavor wise it's there. The meat is moist but some pieces was a bit dry. For the reviews the say huge or big portions, well I didn't get that. Portion was average at best. I also tried a beef patty and again the flavor was on point, however aesthetically it was a mess as it was over baked and the meat now covers the crust. Well as a server I wouldn't even sell it or give a better patty to the customer but nope she gave me the ugly one lol. read more

Hartleys Jamaican Res - Jerk chicken - Caribbean Near Me - Brocton, Massachusetts

Good food and good service and clean environment. The salmon dish was delicious. Thank you

I was pleased with my experience; service was pleasant, everything looked appetizing and fresh, not the best lot to navigate, I will say I did purchase a large but feel the only thing I got more of with the large was more rice, don't feel I got any more protein than the smaller size (there should be a noticeable difference). read more

So good! Worth the drive, the service was really great and the food was slamming! I can't wait to go back!

Great place to grab lunch! Curry chicken was fantastic- full of flavor and fall off the bone. Oxtail stew was tender. Beef patty with cheese was great too. There are some tables to eat in and restrooms although most everyone else was doing take-out. Everything was clean. Only complaint was that the loud music made it a little hard to talk with the staff when ordering. read more

Ordered the oxtail with rice and peas and the curry chicken. Both were slamming. Had a dumpling that was so buttery. Very happy to have visited. Can't wait to go back! read more

Great food, friendly customer service and very clean. Variety of foods, oxtails are to die for.

The food and service is amazing and the Mac and cheese and oxtail and rice and pots is for

Great Prices, Great food and Great service. an upcoming gem in the Brockton Food Scene. I hope to see this place stay in the city and become a staple! read more

My son girlfriends family own this restaurant so I'm. Not being basis at all because I've been to alot of other local places & either the service was bad or the food But Hartley's is warm & welcoming But the food is absolutely amazing everything fresh the meat is tender season just right! Our new place loved everything thing we ordered. We'll definitely be back. The White's read more

Authentic food, freshly made, with lots of options. I'm a fan!!

Man! Let me tell you. I met the owner a few months ago through a mutual friend. At the time we discussed restaurants and the level of customer service and quality a customer should receive for paying their hard earned money. He was working for another restaurant at the time and I discussed my displeasure of how the hostess treated people. He actually agreed and said it would be handled. Fast forward today after that mutual friend told me Hartley opened. I took my family there today after a long day of AAU with my sons baseball events. The food and service is slamming. Finally, someone got it right. I had the steak, rice and beans and green beans with dumplings and gravy as suggested by the server. The steak was seasoned perfect with just enough spice to kick in the flavor at the end. My wife had the oxtail and she was pleased as well. The food is great, the staff is nice and everything served with a smile. Not like that other place where the server is mean and doesn't want to give you extra gravy. Keep up the excellent work my brother and we will be back every week. Nice portions and reasonable priced. ***** read more