Irie Jamaican Kitchen

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Eric D.

I was told to go here. I was also told I wouldn't be disappointed. And boy was I glad I came. This place has amazing food. I ordered the spicy chicken and it came with rice and beans. Some plantains and stewed cabbage. Everything tasted great. Everything was cooked properly. The staff was helpful and friendly. I can't wait to go back.

Tracee P.

Great food, friendly staff I ordered the Oxtail box, they also have a Oxtail bowl. Great for date night to go. They only allow 4 people in at a time. Then you have to wait for someone to leave before you can come in. The food is already done like cafeteria style, choose the items you want and your done. I chose the oxtail box with curry veggies. The curry is very light in taste, you can't tell at all that it has curry but I wanted something different from the cabbage. The curry veggies consist of sweet potatoes, corn, onions, a little okra. And it is a $2 up charge. My last time I went the didn't give as many oxtails but now for $20 you get more oxtails.

Steven B.

Irie is the kind of place you would expect to find in a resort town, small, cool and taking a great cuisine and making it accessible; instead it is located on E.185 (with a new location by the Cleveland Zoo). Set up as a takeout place with a small counter and chairs to eat in. Decorated in bright colors with plenty of Jamaican charm it is eye catching and get you ready for the great food. The menu is set up around the usual Jamaican food, but it gives you the option to get the food in different ways including boxes, bowls, pasta and wraps. The majority of the food is prepared and ready to go on the steam table. I ordered the Jerk Shrimp Box which is one of the items cooked fresh to order. With the box you get the traditional sides of rice and beans, cabbage and plantains. Well worth the wait the shrimp came out hot and fresh with a really zippy spicy jerk sauce with peppers and corn over the large portion of the rice, sided with the tasty stewed cabbage and slightly sweet plantains, the portion was more then filling. The flavors are bold and bright with nice balance; no need to use the hot sauces there was plenty of heat in the jerk sauce. Irie does a great job with the food and I plan on going back to try some of the other menu items including the vegetable pastry. A great place to get excellent food, give them a try.

Kathy M.

I was told this place was a must visit, so I did. It's located right on the corner and has plenty of parking in the back. They have nice glass windows so I was able to peek at the menu before going in. The staff was very friendly and helpful with me to decide what to order. The meat came three ways: spicy, mild, and no spice. So I got the no spice. It came on a bed of rice and side of plantains and cabbage. I also ordered a side of mango salsa and a chicken Jamaican patty. Everything was very good. He said the patty wasn't spicy but I think it had a tad of spicy to it. It was still good though. If you want to try something different, this is the place to go.

Binnan O.

Ambiance: This place is a little cramped with minimal standing room but for carry out it's great. They have a great online ordering system and they currently limit 4 customers inside which is nice. I like the wood paneling and Jamaican themed decorations although some of their lights hang down and block the menu, recessed lighting would easily remedy this. The staff were patient and friendly however which was impressive because the phone ringing off the hook with orders and they were doing online orders between customers during the lunch rush. Food: I would highly recommend the three likkle birds bowl which is beans and rice topped with their curry, jerk, and stewed chicken. It gives you a great showcase of their proteins and flavors which are very enjoyable. What I really appreciated was the excellent preparation of the food; nothing was mushy from being over-stewed or overly dry in the grilled jerk chicken's case. All the proteins were juicy and tender. You can even get extra sauce with the proteins which adds even more moisture and flavor which I would recommend. In terms of the flavors themselves, they are really good. The jerk chicken has a nice allspice flavor with an enjoyable habanero sweetness and only mild-moderate heat. The curry chicken is probably a crowd pleaser as it has a nice clean tumeric flavor and little if any heat for those that can't tolerate it. The stew chicken was probably the most generic in flavor so I found myself enjoying the other two much more. The mac n' oxtails was expensive at ~$15 and had less food compared to the $10 chicken bowl but my wife really liked it. The noodles were a little mushy but the cheese sauce was creamy smooth and the beefy oxtails were fall-off-the-bone tender. I did also get a side of plantains and some were definitely less ripe but others were heavenly and well worth the measly $2.5 they cost. I would say the food has a somewhat "home-cooked" quality. The flavors could've been slightly more intense and complex but there is a somewhat large-batch degradation in quality that's minor but noticeable. That said, this is NOT a sit-down Michelin-starred restaurant. It serves delicious food for a very reasonable price in a Chipotle-style format so set your expectations accordingly and enjoy yourself. I had this place bookmarked for a while and am super glad I finally got around to trying it out!

Nefeterri W.

After hearing about this place from so many people I had to try it out. This past Saturday I finally did it. Their site displays a full menu and allows for online ordering. This is the route I chose. I was happy to see they have onsite parking as well as street parking available. Currently the staff is wearing masks and gloves and only allowing 4 people inside at a time. The floor has social distance markings as well. I ordered the jerk chicken family pack which came with Rice and Peas, Cabbage (that was touched by God), and plantains. Each aluminum container is housed in one large box which makes transport much easier. I also ordered a couple sides of Mac and Cheese and two sides of Oxtails. Everything was hot and ready when I arrived. There was so much food. My family of 4 had plenty leftover. Everything tasted great and fresh. This coming from someone who grew up on Jamaican food and cooks it themself. I will definitely order again.

Jeff B.

Ahhh, this is the type of place I really want to spend my money at. Ire Jamaican is everything that you desire in a local, mom and pop ethnic eating establishment. These are the same owners that once had a place at the Richmond mall. No one believed that you can have friggin bomb Jamaican food in of all places, in the freaking world the Richmond efn mall. I was fairly pissed when they closed, but that's because it was in efn Richmond mall who's best years were a couple of decades ago. I'm so glad that they opened up and this seems like a really good location. Let's just start with this place is super clean. The owner Omar, makes you feel at home and you can tell he really wants you to have a great experience. His workers are super nice as well, that tells you that the help is treated well and they do not mind being there. From what I can surmise just about everything is made from scratch. They have a lot of standard Jamkn fair, including oxtail, chicken and shrimp curry, beef patties, cabbage, beans and rice. , veggies fresh juices and much much more. You can get a combination platter or chipotle it up with making your own bowl with a nice amount of fresh toppings. I even noticed a vegetarian option but obviously I did not pay much attention too. Being the jerk that I am, I went for jerk chicken, and this jerk chicken was really really jerk ass good. It had a decent level of spiciness with lots of flavor and a subtle smokiness. My side was the cabbage which was fantastic as well. Omar asked how everything was and made sure I was happy while I was scarfing down this bomb ass Jerk chicken. That is what it should be called, Bomb Ass Jerk Chicken. It's settled it will be referred to as Bomb Ass Jerk Chicken. Oh and for all you cheap asses out there, the portions are tremendous and price point is extremely reasonable, it a down and dirty steal if you ask me. If you are in the area, pick some up, even of it just for lunch the next day, you will not be disappointed. Oh and they have a small counter you can eat at if you do not feel like waiting.

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Amy C.

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4 years ago

Holy mother, I forgot how good this food is! Today I had the mac + cheese with jerk chicken on top (and they added some mango salsa). Strawberry lemonade. Incredible delicious! So pleasantly full but regretful I didn't have plantains. Next time! Thanks, Irie! read more

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Danté P.

5 years ago

Yes. Visiting from California! I ordered the two meat meal with Curry Chicken and Jerk Chicken with Rice and Peas and Plantains and a side of Mac and Cheese and a ring. So good, tasty, but mild flavors. Needed a hot sauce to accompany the meal. Jerk had kick but it wasn't unbearable . Wish they could make this a chain and put them all over America! Every city deserves decent Jamaican food! read more

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brenda s.

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Saw a write up in the plain dealer and decided to try this place for something new in these pandemic times. So glad we did! The Mac and cheese with jerk chicken was terrific- cheesy and just spicy enough. The curry shrimp box was good but not spicy at all, and hubby doesn't like green and red peppers so he wasn't a huge fan. But the shrimp were big and very fresh and the veggies were not overcooked. Rice and beans were great and so were the plantains that we got as a side. Cornbread was tasty but a little dry. A lot of good for just over $20. There was a wait despite ordering on line due to them being out of shrimp and then having to bake more cornbread so took a star off for that. But we will definitely make it back here! read more

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Kimberly C.

6 years ago

Tiny spot with great food, huge portions & friendly workers. Curry chicken has really nice kick. read more

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I was home visiting family and was really hungry and couldn't figure out what I wanted, my mom suggested Jamaican and I jumped right on it. She sent me to this little carry out and now I have it in my pocket for the next time I visit! The portions were a great size for the prices and the food was DELICIOUS. I got the stew chicken, cornbread and cole slaw and my mom got Ox tails, i didnt put a bad thing in my mouth lol. Even the rice was flavored perfectly. My only issue is the guy helping us responded as though we were bothering him by asking questions, it was my first time there and my sister is new to Jamaican food so we had a few questions. read more

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Philip J.

6 years ago

I went there about a month ago for the first time. Can't recall what I got. I think it was the Stewed Chicken. I have a high bar due to having a Jamaican wife obviously her family and what not. But they did very well. The cabbage was very good. They stewed chicken was on point. The rice was ok too. I should have asked for extra gravy. But now I know. Also I didn't know that there was a location on the west side so at least I have a close location instead of having to drive to the east side. read more

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Ron B.

4 years ago

Excellent jerk shrimp and the spice was hot and good. I would also recommend the mac & cheese, pineapple coleslaw, and corn bread muffins.

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Gail R.

4 years ago

My favorite Jamaican spot! Service is always great and food never disappoints! Will definitely go back!

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Valencia E.

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5 years ago

Omg this is my go to Jamaican restaurant. The food is always fresh and there is never a long wait. The proportions are great and the service even better. I will continue to support this restaurant. read more

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Audra H.

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This was my first visit and I was impressed. It was clean and there was Reggae music playing which added to the ambiance. I wasn't really hungry so I was happy when I saw that I could just order sides. I got a side of rice and beans along with a side of curry chicken. Let me just say I was very happy with the portions. The food looked and tasted great. This will be added to my list of go to Jamaican restaurants. read more

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Jennifer D.

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Really impressed with Irie. We came in about 45 minutes before closing and suddenly there was a line out the door behind us! They were still bringing out fresh food and that says a lot. Everything was great. I liked that they make the Rasta pasta to order and the pasta is al dente. But even the 5 cheese mac and cheese looked great which you can order as a side or with jerk chicken on top. The oxtail was fall off the bone amazing. So glad we found this place and definitely will be back! The spice level is mild and they have jamaican hot sauce which I had to add. Yum! I was told that they don't take phone in orders but the line moves quickly. read more

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Angelica W.

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9 years ago

I love the food here! I usually get a bowl with curry chicken and the mango salsa is just excellent. I love plantains so of course this is a big plus for me being able to get them less than 5 min from home. The prices are reasonable and the decor is nice. So, why the 4 stars and not 5? Customer service. The customer service is bad. No one greets you when you enter and it's almost like don't ask questions, you should know what you want. The guy, who I think is the owner is always yelling to I assume the cooks in the back and today the young lady stared at me when I walked in and didn't move. After a few minutes she says from her seat "do you know what you want?" Seemed as if I was bothering her. The customer service is what keeps me from going as often as I would like. read more

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Mike L.

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6 years ago

We ordered online with curbside pickup during COVID-19. The food was awesome. We got the oxtails, jerk chicken, curry chicken and the oxtail Mac n cheese and they were delicious. read more

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Dorian D.

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6 years ago

Absolutely amazing. Everything I got the Beef Patties, the Rasta Pasta w/ Curry Chix and Cabbage was A-1!!! Service was great and fast!!!! read more

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Brian S.

3 years ago

Food is amazing. I love the service and friendly staff. I am definitely getting iRiE again!!!!

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Michaela W.

3 years ago

Terrible customer service. Order was placed to the wrong location and employees manager and owner were unwilling to refund the charges, no effort at all to help. Did not allow to cancel the order when when they had not yet started it. Will not order from here again. read more

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Michaela, We are sorry to hear about your experience. Please direct…

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Jennifer S.

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7 years ago

It's like a chipotle concept for Jamaican food, but it's so much better. The plantains are amazing and the cabbage is my favorite, second only to Ethiopian cabbage. Legitimately I would eat it for an entire meal for multiple days at a time. The jerk chicken has a kick but my favorite is oddly the rice and peas. I don't even really like rice and peas, but I will eat theirs anytime! The curry chicken was okay, my friend loved it. My curry experience is limited to Indian food and this was different, just a heads up. Service is fairly quick. Be advised, it's small inside. This is more of a takeout place, though there are spaces for a few to stay and eat. read more

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Patricia W.

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5 years ago

This place is great. I love the oxtail. I'm not sure about the cabbage - I like my food with no oil or with olive oil or real butter. I can't tell for sure so high I'm careful. read more

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Shondell W.

3 years ago

Ordered the oxtails, no rice and large cabbage. Order came up to $22. Not worth it! I received 4 very small oxtails, knowing there's barely any meat on the bones and they were very tough. Not worth the price at all. I've had food from Irie before and it was ok; but this was very disappointing to say the least. read more

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Thank you for your feedback. Our oxtail is one of our signature…

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Nicole G.

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I have finally got to try this place. I tried to order from this place over a year ago, but they refused to take phone orders. I didn't want to have to sit and wait for take out food, so I declined. I tried again through Door Dash. Because of this, I can't comment on the actual restaurant or the ordering process (yay 2020). I was pleasantly surprised by their menu and got the jerk chicken mac and cheese and pineapple coleslaw. The mac and cheese was amazing. It was exactly what I want in mac and cheese and the chicken had the perfect amount of heat. It is a lingering build on heat, so be prepared if you don't love spicy food. The food was prepared fairly fast and because of this, I got my order earlier than I wanted (I put in a time in Door Dash), but that is ok. I would definitely order again. read more

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Nadine G.

3 years ago

It's convenient right in my neighborhood. The food is excellent and I love the oxtails.

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Sheila S.

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6 years ago

I bought a curry chicken and brown stew bowl. Both were DELICIOUS!! The portions were generous and I can't wait to return- thanks YELP for helping me find this place! read more

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Amy M.

3 years ago

Wow...Our first time here today. YUM!!! We will definitely be back many many times. Beef patties, jerk chicken bowl, cabbage, plantains, rice and beans with extra jerk sauce on top. Corn bread....every thing was amazing. The only Jamaican food I've ever had was the many times I have been to Jamaica. I'll tell you, it felt like I was on the island, minus the warm air and beach. Today was raining and hailing and 50 mph winds, but we still managed to get in there to have this meal. What a treat this was. I am soooo glad that they are this close to home. Keep up the good work. This place is cranking busy. Very good to see and for good reason. Can't wait to try other things there. If you go, you will keep going again and again, guaranteed. Keep up the good work IRE...you are TOP NOTCH!!! read more

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Matt S.

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8 years ago

Jerk Chicken bowl is yummy! The coleslaw has tasty twist in it; pineapple. The side of mac-and-cheese was DELICIOUS because it is made with a blend of 3 cheeses. The restaurant itself is small and quaint. Only 5 barstools and a bar to eat. Veggies can eat within. read more

Irie Jamaican Kitchen - Jerk Chicken bowl, curry veggie, coleslaw, & mac-and-cheese. The restaurant itself is quaint. - Caribbean Near Me - Euclid, Ohio

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Chef O.

Thank you Matt! We appreciate your business and hope you enjoyed our…

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Dan P.

6 years ago

Wow that's all I have to say! I got the jerk chicken box and it was amazing! Keep up the good work!

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Sonya F.

6 years ago

Some of the best Jamaican food Cleveland has to offer. Speedy and friendly service! My favorite is the jerk chicken. Unlike other restaurants, they do not give you a lot of bones and broken peices of meat. The portions are also great. read more

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Johnny T.

5 years ago

Their food is delicious, service is very friendly! Make sure to get the oxtail gravy!

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Aishel B.

5 years ago

My FAVORITE spot to get a full course meal, a side, a snack, a organic drink, fast service, flavorful food, and a great start or finish to the day. It does not stay open later in the day though. Recommend getting there before 2/3pm. read more

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Dorinda C.

8 years ago

I returned last week to the Irie Jamaican Kitchen. My food was sooo good. Service excellent. She was patient and very nice. I live in Cincinnati. I will be back next month. read more

Irie Jamaican Kitchen - The food is fresh, beautifully presented, colorful and delicious. There's so much flavor. The meat is boneless.. - Caribbean Near Me - Euclid, Ohio

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Chef O.

Thank you! Have a blessed weekend!

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Lewis S.

8 years ago

Decided I wanted Jamaican food but something Authentic. I drove all the way from the west side up here and the drive was worth it. I got a bowl with jerk chicken which had rice and beans and cabbage with it and some type of jerk gravy. Also got a chicken curry and all of it was amazing. The people there were very helpful with me making a decision. Definitely will be back. read more

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Thank you Lewis! Nice to meet you and thank you for making the drive…

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M D.

3 years ago

Sorry, the portions are small. But mostly, each dish tastes similar...and has a fast-food feel.

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Olivia P.

3 years ago

I've had Irie cater my birthday and a corporate event. The food is always a huge success, delicious and full of flavor. Great customer service and packaging. Highly recommend!! read more

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Bob F.

4 years ago

Went with Jerk Chicken bowl and Curry Buddha Vegetable bowl for lunch. Veggie bowl contained rice, chickpeas, sweet potatoes, cabbage, peppers and plantains. Cooked to perfection! The Jerk Chicken had just the right amount of heat making a nice sweet and spicy mix with the Plantains. Will be returning soon - my taste buds desire more. read more

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Eric C.

9 years ago

Bruuuuuhhh this place is the bomb!! I have been here so many times and the food is great.. the plantains are my favorite thing in the menu but their jerk chicken is definitely up there. This is definitely a place you want to try. The environment is also really chill. Definitely make me want to become a rastafari lol read more

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BIG UP Eric! Your words are exactly the vibe and culture we want our…

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Gary R.

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6 years ago

It's like island/jamaican food but chipotle style. Their jerk chicken and their oxtail are both amazing, they also have a pretty unique selection of fresh juices and cold drinks you wouldnt normally see in the states. read more

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Jai H.

5 years ago

I found this resturant on Doordash recently and it has never disappointed. I always order the curry chicken that has comes with a choice of rice and peas or another dish. I always choose the rice and peas. It also comes with a healthy portion of delicious plantains. My son is vegetarian and orders the curry vegetables with rice and peas and plantians. If you're not used to spicy food the heat level might surprise you but overall, it has spice and flavor. read more

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Nantambu N.

6 years ago

This is a nice place to eat, good food and clean. Its was a pleasure to go inside order and converse with staff. Then the new lady took over, all bad. The man behind the counter disappeared, along with the personal interactions. She brought no personality to the place, portion control became her measuring stick and everything else was 50 cent extra, all BAD read more

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Carolyn K.

7 years ago

I was in my home town last week and stumbled upon this little gem of home cooking Jamaica style. I had the Traditional Jerk Chicken bowl with cabbage and plantains on side and the entire combination was SO good. Definitely the best jerk chicken I've had between Cleveland and LA. A new must stop whenever I'm in Cleve! read more

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Neil B.

7 years ago

Amazing food, unbeatable value. Go for the jerk chicken bowl with traditional toppings. The cabbage might be the best part!

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John M.

7 years ago

Nice authentic Jamaican food. The beef/pork pockets are delicious. Serves Ox tail too.

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621 E 185th St
Euclid, OH 44119
East 185th
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(216) 350-6112
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Hours

What time does Irie Jamaican Kitchen open?

Irie Jamaican Kitchen opens at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Irie Jamaican Kitchen opens at 12:00 PM on Saturday.

What time does Irie Jamaican Kitchen close?

Irie Jamaican Kitchen is closed on Monday and Sunday.Irie Jamaican Kitchen closes at 9:00 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Mon, Sun ClosedTue-Fri 11:00 AM - 9:00 PMSat 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Irie Jamaican Kitchen take Bitcoin?

No, Irie Jamaican Kitchen does not take Bitcoin.

Does Irie Jamaican Kitchen take credit cards?

Yes, Irie Jamaican Kitchen takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Irie Jamaican Kitchen have catering options?

Yes, Irie Jamaican Kitchen does have catering options.

Does Irie Jamaican Kitchen have a happy hour?

No, Irie Jamaican Kitchen does not have a happy hour.

Does Irie Jamaican Kitchen serve alcohol?

No, Irie Jamaican Kitchen does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Irie Jamaican Kitchen allow dogs?

No, Irie Jamaican Kitchen does not allow dogs.

Does Irie Jamaican Kitchen have TVs?

No, Irie Jamaican Kitchen does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Irie Jamaican Kitchen have bike parking?

No, Irie Jamaican Kitchen does not have bike parking.

Does Irie Jamaican Kitchen have outdoor seating?

Yes, Irie Jamaican Kitchen has outdoor seating options.

Does Irie Jamaican Kitchen have parking?

Yes, Irie Jamaican Kitchen has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Irie Jamaican Kitchen wheelchair accessible?

No, Irie Jamaican Kitchen is not wheelchair accessible.

Does Irie Jamaican Kitchen have free WiFi?

No, Irie Jamaican Kitchen does not have free WiFi.

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Specialties

Serving up authentic and fusion flavors straight out of Jamaica! Make it Traditional or Jahpotle, both delicious! Ya mon! Live Irie - Eat Irie.

History

Established in 2017.

Irie opened its doors on February 10th, 2017 full of positive vibes and fresh flavors. Hailing from Jackson Town, in the country hills of Trewlany Parish, Chef Omar combines traditional Jamaican foods and spices with many fusion elements. Fresh fast-casual Jamaican food is the standard to which Chef Omar prides himself on.

Meet the Business Owner: Omar M.

From the rolling hills of Trewlany parish in Jamaica, owner and chef Omar has been cooking up Jamaican specialties from his days growing up in Jamaica to his relocation to the USA at 13 years of age. Chef Omar brings together traditions of Jamaican cuisine along with fusion elements that will sure to entice your taste buds!

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The gentleman is extremely accommodating, no matter what your request is and a food is absolutely…read moreamazing! My go-getter is the jerk chicken and the kids absolutely love the curry chicken -n- rice w/ peas!!!

Legit Jamaican. The sauce is actually is pretty spicy. Ask Shawn for a taste as it is not for the…read morefaint of heart. I had 3 wings with extra spicy jerk sauce and cabbage. Nice little snack as I just hiked 9 miles on an empty stomach

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Ela’s Caribbean Grill

4.6(47 reviews)

5.2 mi

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I'm so disappointed because their food is usually delicious. The jerk chicken today was overly…read moresalty and tasted and had a reheated consistency. The stew chicken was just plain baked chicken in a very watery gravy; tasted nothing like stew chicken. The cabbage was bland. Giving 2 stars because the plantains and beef patties were good.

OMG there's enough spice on my BBQ chicken to break through the staunchest of colds! Mind you, I…read moregot the child's size serving (with rasta pasta and plain rice) , and I still had to bag up the rest for home. And get more BBQ sauce to go.

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Taste of Jamaica

4.0(91 reviews)

5.7 mi

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Pretty good Jamaican food near me in Lyndhurst! I am a fan of Jamaican food as a whole (Gar and Mar…read moreis the best sit-down place and Irie Jamaican is the best take out place in Cleveland). But I am no expert. I ordered a large portion of jerk chicken, rice and beans, and steamed cabbage. The large gives 3 chicken portions instead of 2. I am out of food at home since I am leaving to go out of the country for almost two weeks but still needed food for today and tomorrow so I got the large so I could have leftovers. The large was $17. My financial and calorie budgets didn't allow me to also get a patty but they did look delish! My to go order was ready for me 3 minutes after I ordered it so I left to eat half at home. My car started smelling a little like cigarettes with the food in the car, for some reason. As a non-smoker, I wasn't thrilled having that smell in my car for the 10 minute drive back home. Isn't take out food supposed to make your car smell enticing and wonderful? Well, hopefully the food tasted better than it smelled! And it did! I liked both the jerk chicken and the rice and beans better at Irie. The jerk chicken I had a month or so ago at Irie was life changing! This place puts way too much sauce on everything. And it was a little too spicy for me! However, the steamed cabbage better at Taste of Jamaica! The large portion did provide me with leftovers that I will eat for lunch tomorrow so I am happy for that! I enjoyed my food at Taste of Jamaica overall, but for a dollar or two more, I'll get my craving at Irie. But the food here is good though and made very quickly so don't be deterred if you intend on trying this place out!

If you're looking for the BEST JAMAICAN FOOD IN CLEVELAND then you have to try Taste of Jamaica. My…read morego to order is the Large Jerk Chicken with all White Meat, White Rice and Cabbage. It's absolutely delicious!!!! Although the location is small and only offers take out, the service is great and the food is amazing every time! The prices are reasonable and while you are there make sure you grab a beverage and a jerk chicken patty!!!

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Ocho Rios True Island Cuisine

3.5(30 reviews)

2.9 mi•South Collinwood

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Fire eats them oxtails go sum crazy the customer service is always up to par it's a local legend…read morehonestly check them out they won't disappoint.

The cabbage had just the right amount of crunch and flavor. The chicken and rice and peas were…read morecooked to perfection.

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KJ's Caribbean & Soul Food

4.0(10 reviews)

9.8 mi

This is an update. Since the school year started again and I've been a couple times. I'm not sure…read morewhy, but they have started using a different type of rice. It almost seems as if it's par boiled as it is plumpish but hard with no tooth-feel. It also has no flavor as if they do not season it at all. It does have a brownish color and kidney beans in it but other than that, it doesn't taste like anything.The chicken in my opinion isn't as good as it used to be. I really don't get a whole lot of jerk flavor from what I should be tasting like thyme, all spice, etc. Not sure if I'll go back but if I do, I'll probably try something different.

$7 lunch special is great(used to be $5) haven't had anything but lunch special but portion is…read moreappropriate & good for price. Inside needs a makeover but food is good!

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Yum Village

4.3(43 reviews)

8.8 mi•Campus District

This was one of the stops on A Taste of Black Cleveland Trolley tour. I am glad it was! The food…read more is phenomenal! We had a sample of their bowl with jerk chicken, rice, plantains, chickpeas, bbq jerk and jezabel honey mustard sauce. The flavors complement each other and created a party in my mouth! I ordered a large portion to go. I will definitely be back! The young lady that served us was friendly and knowledgeable.

I visited Yum Village while in the area. I was really into the idea of Afro-Caribbean flavors and…read morereminiscing about my trip to the Caribbean (Dominican Republic). The food was bold and authentic. My experience didn't quite live up to the anticipation. The atmosphere had promise. It had very nice African art on the walls that added to the unique accent of this small eatery. To be very honest, the place did not look extremely polished or clean. Service cold and really unlike typical Caribbean hospitality and vibes. That's also compared to local Afro-Caribbean spots. I came at the end of the day (around 8 PM) and was the only customer so maybe that explains this disappointing level of energy. My options at the end of the day were limited. Quick bites menu was available to build my own plate. The ingredients are not upfront within view so it's hard to tell what you'll get until it arrives. I ordered jerk chicken XL plate with all the possible toppings, and asked for a side of plantains (up-charge). The serving was generous but still a bit pricey for $20. I took my order to go. The dinner plate was too spicy for my liking. The plantains were extremely good, very authentically Caribbean tasting. I loved them. The overall experience just lacked that soul I was looking for. Mostly street parking is available in the area. The eatery is within walking distance of the Cleveland State University campus which is convenient for students and visitors. It's always tough to reflect on a less-than-great experience, especially when I want to root for places like this. I know that restaurants--especially smaller, community-driven ones--have off days. Maybe that's all this was. Still, I walked out bummed.

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Bratenahl Kitchen

3.7(47 reviews)

2.4 mi•North Collinwood

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Ordered cury chicken last night and a dead roach was in it brought all the rest of the food back…read moreand had to argue to get all my money back after I showed him the roach.

Food is great. However I witnessed him over charging a customer by $10. Plus over charged me by…read more$8. That i called in and got different prices. So I am disputing with my bank.

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Bless Up Jamaican Restaurant

4.8(18 reviews)

10.9 mi•South Broadway

The best Jamaican in northeast Ohio. When the fried chicken is fresh, it is the best I have ever…read moretasted. It seems almost nothing on the menu isn't delicious. Pepper steak, jerk chicken, ox tail, etc. The sides are phenomenal and they do not skimp on portions or spice. If you have any interest in Caribbean food this is a must try location. Be warned however that it is takeout only. The waiting area is also very small. I would recommend calling ahead of time to lessen the hassle

Despite being a tad slower than other establishments, the quality of the food is exceptional. Once…read moreyou savor the flavors, the delay will become insignificant, believe me! Among their offerings, the Rasta pasta stands out as a personal favorite of mine. The distinctive blend of flavors and succulence is unparalleled, with the smoked chicken impeccably seasoned and the sauce boasting just the right level of spiciness you crave.

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UJerk Caribbean Eatery

4.5(48 reviews)

9.5 mi•Gateway District

Visited UJerk for the first time. I've walked by it many times, but never stopped in. On this…read morevisit, I requested a jerk chicken bowl with everything, a grape soda, and a chicken meat pie. It took about 10 minutes to make the food and we took it to go. I tasted the grape soda first and it was just okay. It was made in Jamaica, which is cool, but it didn't have a ton of grape flavor. Next, I tasted the chicken meat pie, which was warm and delicious. I'd definitely order that again. Next, I tasted the bowl, which was overflowing with meat, rice, shredded carrot, lettuce, sauce, tomatoes, and spices. It was pretty tasty. The portion was too large for me to finish in one sitting, so I put it in the fridge and had it again for lunch the next day. My meal was $23, which was too pricey for what I got. I could get similar food for about $15 at Heinen's across the street. Alas, I'm glad I stopped in for a bite.

The pictured dish is rice, chicken, and fried plantain. They have an ideal location right on Euclid…read moreAvenue, just a two minute walk from Public Square. The sauce was clearly homemade and just right. They participate in the Too Good 2 Go program.

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Katie M.

1 year ago

My husband and I love discovering great food off the beaten path, and we struck gold when we found Irie while driving east on I-80. This small, unassuming spot packs a serious punch when it comes to flavor. With just a few counter seats available, it's more of a grab-and-go setup, but we were lucky enough to enjoy our meal on-site. The staff was incredibly friendly, making us feel welcome from the moment we walked in. Now, let's talk about the food--fantastic doesn't even begin to cover it. I highly recommend the jerk chicken bowl. The chicken had just the right amount of heat, perfectly balanced by the rice, cabbage, and sweet plantains. Every bite was packed with bold, authentic Jamaican flavors. And we quickly moved past Robert Nesta to Peter Tosh, big up! We'll absolutely be making a stop here anytime we're passing through. If you're anywhere near the area, do yourself a favor and check this place out! read more

T T.

6 years ago

Irie's in Euclid, Ohio used their catering services for a luncheon for work, many of the people had never had Jamaican food, Everyone LOVED it, the service was great, I worked with Debra who was friendly and assisted in ordering the right items, I had never had Jamaican myself, she did a great job, would recommend to everyone and I will definitely go back again and again. read more

Yancy M.

8 years ago

Hello name is Yance and I just had lunch from Irie Jamaican Kitchen and the food was absolutely delicious, I had the jerk chicken and it was cooked to perfection and perfectly seasoned...I have been searching for some great Jamaican cuisine and I found it here also with excellent service. Will definitely be recommending to friends. read more

Mali K.

4 years ago

Good food that is consistently good for a good price. Plantains are THE BEST. Mmmmmm. They compliment the food perfectly!

Nyisha P.

9 years ago

This food is absolutely delicious! I go at least once a week. It's a must if you've never been here before

Ebony C.

6 years ago

Love the food, every time I have a taste for some Caribbean food. This is my go to resturant.

Mike P.

3 years ago

Fresh delicious food that I would eat again and again! The jerk chicken is to die for!

Kim H.

6 years ago

Excellent food, I love the curry chicken and plantains. So yummy I crave this food.

Melonie B.

5 years ago

First time going today. It was ok but cabbage way too salt and overcooked.

L B.

3 years ago

Not worth the cost! Ocho Rios is better.

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