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The chicken and waffles (this weekend's special feature) were amazing. Thick pieces of chicken, powdered sugar, syrup, and the special juice make them the best I've had anywhere in town. The ginger juice was also amazing- organic and made with agave nectar. The owner was super nice and friendly. Must go and eat here.
I can't comment yet on the dine in experience since we did takeout. But the jerk chicken and curry goat Irie boxes were incredible! The jerk chicken was seasoned incredibly with enough heat to make me sniffle a bit but not too hot. It was also cooked really well - tender and moist. Great jerk chicken! The curry goat was exceptional! Awesome flavoring and the stewed goat was fall off the bone tender. It also was hot enough to make me sweat a little but not too hot. The rice and beans that came with both meals was also really good - nice coconut flavor and overall really well done. I want familiar with the greens that came when our meal but they were the only item that I'd pass on next time. I love collard greens, I love spinach, I like lots of leafy greens but I couldn't figure out what these greens were. They were decent just not quite as amazing as the rest of the items. I will definitely be frequenting Irie for takeout and dine-in when ever I'm able. I can't wait to try the plantains and some of their other entrees! Im not a food photographer, but trust me, this was a fantastic meal for my wife and I!
Having Irie Kitchen near by makes me feel so special lol...Yes, I get really excited when there's variety in the neighborhood! I visited Irie Kitchen when they first opened over a year ago and have to admit, they have definitely improved. This time around, I noticed they upped their flavors and spice. That said, I'm now ready to write a review haha I ordered the curry goat with rice/red beans and greens. This was delicious!! The goat was so tender, spicy, but not overpowering. The spice and flavor must be balanced well. When I visited before, it was a little bland and I figured they wanted to attract hungry folks in the area that aren't used to so much spice. Hey, stay authentic please! Jamaican and well, island food in general, is very flavorful and can be spicy. It's delicious so be proud of it! The rice and beans were perfect, kidney beans were well represented. The greens were also a nice add on, I mixed them up with the rice and sauce. It tones down the spice and is just a great party of flavors and textures, yummy! We also ordered a patty. They were out of beef ones (dang) so opted for the veggie. Very very tasty! Full of delicious veggies, lots of carrots which I love! It also had a nice heat to it, but not as much as the curry. It wasn't greasy at all like others I've had back in FL. The ingredients were fresh! My daughter and I were able to split the curry goat, it was plenty for two. I'll definitely be back for more when I'm in the mood for "real food" like my daughter says haha. SYOY!
I was able to check out Irie Kitchen and taste some of their menu items recently. They specialize in homemade Jamaican cuisine, featuring lots of vegetarian options and gluten free items too. The space is a little small but clean and bright. I tried the chicken curry, jerk chicken, pork, greens, mushrooms, and rice and beans. My favorite was definitely the chicken curry, which was super flavorful with tender meat. The jerk chicken was also wonderful and falling off the bone. The pork was my least favorite as it was a bit dry. I thought the food was a little over salted. I also tried some of their housemade lemonade and sorrel - both were great and I even mixed the two together to make a refreshing, sweet drink! Sorrel is a delicious Jamaican drink made of hibiscus and spices. I got to chat with the owner a bit and it's clear that he has a passion for his food and serving the community. I'm hoping they can find a location closer to downtown or nearer to my house as it's a bit of a drive to their current spot. Definitely check it out if you're in the area!
Stopped by here last weekend and ordered the Jerk Chicken and Jerk Brisket boxes. The Jerk Chicken was a quarter Chicken coated in jerk sauce and came with a side of rice and vegetables, along with extra jerk sauce on the side. The Jerk Brisket was noted on their board as a July 4th special and came with a side of potatoes. The Jerk Chicken was tender and juicy as always! My husband had the Jerk Brisket and was a bit disappointed with his dish. He was expecting more than just a side of potatoes, and the Brisket came coated in BBQ sauce. He stated that it would have been better if the BBQ sauce had come on the side. The Brisket was super soft and juicy, but he did not think that it was worth the $20 spent for the amount given. Aside from the special, we've always enjoyed everything else on their main menu. The Jerk Chicken is always our go to, but the Curry Goat is also tasty. As I always say, Goat and Lamb have a unique, gamey flavor, so I encourage you to give it a try, but don't expect it to taste like Chicken. For those who REALLY like spice, ask for some Scotch Bonnet sauce. Your insides won't appreciate you, but your mouth will! A note on their hours: Post Pandemic, I believe they've modified their hours and only open a few days a week, a couple hours at a time. I recommend you call ahead to make sure they're open before you drive over.
Great food, the rice was great and so was the ambiance. I am half-Jamaican so it was great seeing a display of the island. Service was great and so was the order-taker. The vegetables weren't really good, but I'm not much of a vegetable fan so that depends on the person. If you like collard greens, you'd enjoy what's on the plate. You do need to order ahead though, if not, the wait is approximately 20-30 mins since the food is being cooked fresh, you also see your food being cooked as well which Overall, coming from a jamaican household, food was extremely delicious.
The atmosphere here is very nice and very clean. The style is where you order at 1 side of the counter and pay and pickup your food at end of Counter. I ordered the Jerk Pork to go. It came in a very nice container. At the bottom of the container is Rice and on the side is a green veggie. The sliced pork chunks were very tender. However they were bland. I don't know if they looked at me and said he can't handle spice, so left it off. I hope not cause they ruined the Jamaicaness. It wasn't very enjoyable until I added my favorite bbq sauce, then it very good. However, a 2nd knock, the quantity of pork was lacking in my opinion. The rice was rice. The service was super friendly. Overall I'm giving 3 stars. I've never had Jamaican before so I don't have a direct comparison. Would I return? I might give a 2nd chance it has potential.
The food was off the charts! We came on a busy Saturday evening, before heading to the Celebration Cinema to watch One Love. We thought why not have it be a celebration of all things Jamaican! We tried the curry goat and the curry chicken. Both had so much flavor! Absolutely mouth-watering. The greens and rice/beans were so delicious. My partner also got their in-house lemonade which was refreshingly sweet. They had a few specials running but we didn't get to try them so hopefully when we go back, they still have them available. The only drawback, The seating area is pretty small so this seems more of a "take out" place but I recommend staying to eat while your food is hot! It was about $30 for the two meals and drinks.
Strong Jamaican flavor in a fast food concept. The menu is relatively small but there are some different options worth trying. The jerk chicken was cooked perfectly and it was huge. I ended up bringing home a lot of it. The side of curry garbanzo beans and mushrooms were fantastic. Everything was the perfect amount of spice. The curry chicken was also full of great flavor and cooked perfectly. Each dish is served with veggies and rice which complimented the flavors. Overall, the menu is small but they have mastered each option.
I only wish this place were open everyday! I've been patiently waiting for the opportunity to try this place and today was the famed D-Day. I came across Irie Kitchen as a passenger trying to take in all the small shops on Kalamazoo Ave as I prepped my grocery list for Meijer. What caught my attention was their sign, and soon enough, I found myself googling more information. They're only open Friday - Sunday from 3 to 8 p.m. and they offer a good range of diverse Caribbean food. I ordered take out on quite a few staples on their menu using their website, such as their Garbanzo Curry - which is gluten and vegan free, additionally you get to choose its spicy level - it comes with a hefty side of rice and greens. Another item ordered was their Irie Chicken Sandwich with a side of fries and lastly I ordered a side of their Roti thin flatbread. If you're familiar with homemade Mexican flour tortillas (not the generic white-looking flour tortillas sold at the stores) you'll love their Roti. The curry is full of flavor and packed with heat. I enjoyed it best by scooping up the garbanzo curry with the Roti and then taking a bite of rice. Their chicken sandwich is of good size and it came accompanied by well seasoned fries. If I had to guess, they must've seasoned the fries with either paprika or some form of curry powder - either way, they complimented the chicken sandwich 100%. I'm eager to try Irie again! I hope they're here to stay and make a name for themselves here in Grand Rapids.
Can't say enough about the cleanliness, friendliness and overall service and food at Irie Kitchen. Get in on this!!!
Finally caught Irie on their last day of kitchen service--they're planning on doing catering and e-commerce in the future. I tried to stop by in the past, but their hours posted online weren't accurate at the time. I was bummed they ran out of oxtail birria tacos by the time we called earlier today, but understood. We got the jerk chicken and curry goat. The chicken was juicy and came with rice, beans, veggies, and a lot of sauce. The curry goat was a bit salty for my liking, but still tender. I definitely need to order oxtail from them next time! read more
3 months ago
3 years ago
I went to Irie on a Saturday evening and though I was able to order quickly, the food did take half an hour to prepare (my fault for thinking this was a fast food place) so if you are strapped for time, order ahead! Being my first time I didn't quite understand the options; however, the employee taking my order was patient and walked me through what was available and sides to go with it where I settled on jerk chicken with rice and greens. The meal was flavorful and the sauce from the chicken covering the rice was perfection. The greens still had a slight crunch to them which I really enjoyed It is a very hearty meal so you could probably share, have left overs, or just devour what you're given and live in an overstuffed coma of happiness. read more
3 years ago
The chicken and waffles (this weekend's special feature) were amazing. Thick pieces of chicken, powdered sugar, syrup, and the special juice make them the best I've had anywhere in town. The ginger juice was also amazing- organic and made with agave nectar. The owner was super nice and friendly. Must go and eat here. read more
2 years ago
I can't comment yet on the dine in experience since we did takeout. But the jerk chicken and curry goat Irie boxes were incredible! The jerk chicken was seasoned incredibly with enough heat to make me sniffle a bit but not too hot. It was also cooked really well - tender and moist. Great jerk chicken! The curry goat was exceptional! Awesome flavoring and the stewed goat was fall off the bone tender. It also was hot enough to make me sweat a little but not too hot. The rice and beans that came with both meals was also really good - nice coconut flavor and overall really well done. I want familiar with the greens that came when our meal but they were the only item that I'd pass on next time. I love collard greens, I love spinach, I like lots of leafy greens but I couldn't figure out what these greens were. They were decent just not quite as amazing as the rest of the items. I will definitely be frequenting Irie for takeout and dine-in when ever I'm able. I can't wait to try the plantains and some of their other entrees! Im not a food photographer, but trust me, this was a fantastic meal for my wife and I! read more
7 years ago
Having Irie Kitchen near by makes me feel so special lol...Yes, I get really excited when there's variety in the neighborhood! I visited Irie Kitchen when they first opened over a year ago and have to admit, they have definitely improved. This time around, I noticed they upped their flavors and spice. That said, I'm now ready to write a review haha I ordered the curry goat with rice/red beans and greens. This was delicious!! The goat was so tender, spicy, but not overpowering. The spice and flavor must be balanced well. When I visited before, it was a little bland and I figured they wanted to attract hungry folks in the area that aren't used to so much spice. Hey, stay authentic please! Jamaican and well, island food in general, is very flavorful and can be spicy. It's delicious so be proud of it! The rice and beans were perfect, kidney beans were well represented. The greens were also a nice add on, I mixed them up with the rice and sauce. It tones down the spice and is just a great party of flavors and textures, yummy! We also ordered a patty. They were out of beef ones (dang) so opted for the veggie. Very very tasty! Full of delicious veggies, lots of carrots which I love! It also had a nice heat to it, but not as much as the curry. It wasn't greasy at all like others I've had back in FL. The ingredients were fresh! My daughter and I were able to split the curry goat, it was plenty for two. I'll definitely be back for more when I'm in the mood for "real food" like my daughter says haha. SYOY! read more
I was able to check out Irie Kitchen and taste some of their menu items recently. They specialize in homemade Jamaican cuisine, featuring lots of vegetarian options and gluten free items too. The space is a little small but clean and bright. I tried the chicken curry, jerk chicken, pork, greens, mushrooms, and rice and beans. My favorite was definitely the chicken curry, which was super flavorful with tender meat. The jerk chicken was also wonderful and falling off the bone. The pork was my least favorite as it was a bit dry. I thought the food was a little over salted. I also tried some of their housemade lemonade and sorrel - both were great and I even mixed the two together to make a refreshing, sweet drink! Sorrel is a delicious Jamaican drink made of hibiscus and spices. I got to chat with the owner a bit and it's clear that he has a passion for his food and serving the community. I'm hoping they can find a location closer to downtown or nearer to my house as it's a bit of a drive to their current spot. Definitely check it out if you're in the area! read more
5 years ago
Stopped by here last weekend and ordered the Jerk Chicken and Jerk Brisket boxes. The Jerk Chicken was a quarter Chicken coated in jerk sauce and came with a side of rice and vegetables, along with extra jerk sauce on the side. The Jerk Brisket was noted on their board as a July 4th special and came with a side of potatoes. The Jerk Chicken was tender and juicy as always! My husband had the Jerk Brisket and was a bit disappointed with his dish. He was expecting more than just a side of potatoes, and the Brisket came coated in BBQ sauce. He stated that it would have been better if the BBQ sauce had come on the side. The Brisket was super soft and juicy, but he did not think that it was worth the $20 spent for the amount given. Aside from the special, we've always enjoyed everything else on their main menu. The Jerk Chicken is always our go to, but the Curry Goat is also tasty. As I always say, Goat and Lamb have a unique, gamey flavor, so I encourage you to give it a try, but don't expect it to taste like Chicken. For those who REALLY like spice, ask for some Scotch Bonnet sauce. Your insides won't appreciate you, but your mouth will! A note on their hours: Post Pandemic, I believe they've modified their hours and only open a few days a week, a couple hours at a time. I recommend you call ahead to make sure they're open before you drive over. read more
3 years ago
Great food, the rice was great and so was the ambiance. I am half-Jamaican so it was great seeing a display of the island. Service was great and so was the order-taker. The vegetables weren't really good, but I'm not much of a vegetable fan so that depends on the person. If you like collard greens, you'd enjoy what's on the plate. You do need to order ahead though, if not, the wait is approximately 20-30 mins since the food is being cooked fresh, you also see your food being cooked as well which Overall, coming from a jamaican household, food was extremely delicious. read more
The atmosphere here is very nice and very clean. The style is where you order at 1 side of the counter and pay and pickup your food at end of Counter. I ordered the Jerk Pork to go. It came in a very nice container. At the bottom of the container is Rice and on the side is a green veggie. The sliced pork chunks were very tender. However they were bland. I don't know if they looked at me and said he can't handle spice, so left it off. I hope not cause they ruined the Jamaicaness. It wasn't very enjoyable until I added my favorite bbq sauce, then it very good. However, a 2nd knock, the quantity of pork was lacking in my opinion. The rice was rice. The service was super friendly. Overall I'm giving 3 stars. I've never had Jamaican before so I don't have a direct comparison. Would I return? I might give a 2nd chance it has potential. read more
5 years ago
3 years ago
The food was off the charts! We came on a busy Saturday evening, before heading to the Celebration Cinema to watch One Love. We thought why not have it be a celebration of all things Jamaican! We tried the curry goat and the curry chicken. Both had so much flavor! Absolutely mouth-watering. The greens and rice/beans were so delicious. My partner also got their in-house lemonade which was refreshingly sweet. They had a few specials running but we didn't get to try them so hopefully when we go back, they still have them available. The only drawback, The seating area is pretty small so this seems more of a "take out" place but I recommend staying to eat while your food is hot! It was about $30 for the two meals and drinks. read more
Strong Jamaican flavor in a fast food concept. The menu is relatively small but there are some different options worth trying. The jerk chicken was cooked perfectly and it was huge. I ended up bringing home a lot of it. The side of curry garbanzo beans and mushrooms were fantastic. Everything was the perfect amount of spice. The curry chicken was also full of great flavor and cooked perfectly. Each dish is served with veggies and rice which complimented the flavors. Overall, the menu is small but they have mastered each option. read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
I only wish this place were open everyday! I've been patiently waiting for the opportunity to try this place and today was the famed D-Day. I came across Irie Kitchen as a passenger trying to take in all the small shops on Kalamazoo Ave as I prepped my grocery list for Meijer. What caught my attention was their sign, and soon enough, I found myself googling more information. They're only open Friday - Sunday from 3 to 8 p.m. and they offer a good range of diverse Caribbean food. I ordered take out on quite a few staples on their menu using their website, such as their Garbanzo Curry - which is gluten and vegan free, additionally you get to choose its spicy level - it comes with a hefty side of rice and greens. Another item ordered was their Irie Chicken Sandwich with a side of fries and lastly I ordered a side of their Roti thin flatbread. If you're familiar with homemade Mexican flour tortillas (not the generic white-looking flour tortillas sold at the stores) you'll love their Roti. The curry is full of flavor and packed with heat. I enjoyed it best by scooping up the garbanzo curry with the Roti and then taking a bite of rice. Their chicken sandwich is of good size and it came accompanied by well seasoned fries. If I had to guess, they must've seasoned the fries with either paprika or some form of curry powder - either way, they complimented the chicken sandwich 100%. I'm eager to try Irie again! I hope they're here to stay and make a name for themselves here in Grand Rapids. read more
2 years ago
8 years ago
Can't say enough about the cleanliness, friendliness and overall service and food at Irie Kitchen. Get in on this!!! read more
6 years ago
High quality food. Make sure you get the chicken sandwich if it's available. Coco Bread is also great. read more
4 years ago
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7 years ago
I stumbled upon this gem on my way to fuel up the rental car before leaving GRR. It was delish! Curried goat fall off the bone tender. Spiced perfectly- so much flavor, some heat, but not gonna burn my insides. Irie box came with red beans and rice and collard greens. Fresh and flavorful, a welcome change from fast food. And the gingerade was amazing!!! read more
4 years ago
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9 years ago
Irie, irie, mon! This place is awesome! We had 1/2 Jerk Chicken and Curry Garbanzo Beans.... Both great! Heard others raving about the Curried Goat, so a reason to come back... read more
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7 years ago
Loved it! Food was excellent, fairly priced. Staff was friendly and helpful. Restaurant was very clean and well- kept. We went for dinner on a weeknight and it wasn't busy at all although I feel as if it should be busy all of the time. We got the 1/2 jerk chicken to split with 2 orders of roti (similar to a tortilla but better;), and 2 orders of festival (a fried sweet dough). The Irie boxes come with rice and red beans. So good! This will be a regular in our rotation for sure. read more
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