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    Island Cafe Rock

    4.0 (19 reviews)
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    Perla J.

    This place was great. Hands down a very clean space & the sweetest, most informative staff! With my dietary restrictions (Vegan) & this being a carribean cuisine location I was a bit nervous about what I could get. They made it extremely easy for me to decide on what I could eat there. My co workers also got food from here & they loved it! The pricing was fair given the amounts of food that you will receive. You're getting quality AND quantity for your buck! Can't go wrong there! The location was easy to find, and there was parking as well. They made everything from scratch, so it did take about 20 to 25 minutes for everything to be completed. However, upon the reaction of my coworkers, the food was amazing & worth every minute of the wait. My vegan friendly meal was perfect. Not greasy. Not salty. Nor was anything dry! We will definitely be returning for more & spreading the word about this hidden gem! Thank you guys!

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    Delicious Jamaican Eats in Linden! Island Cafe Rock is a must-visit in Linden, NJ! The food here is on point--authentic Jamaican flavors that'll have you coming back for more. Chef Maxine and Chef Novlette are amazing at what they do. The jerk chicken? Perfectly spicy. The oxtail? So tender and flavorful. The sides like rice and peas and plantains were spot on too. You can really tell they put love into every dish. Plus, the staff is super friendly, making you feel right at home. My favorite are the oxtail patties! If you're craving some real Jamaican food, this is the place to be. I'll definitely be back!

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    Was blown away to find an Ox Tail Patties, and it was really good. Also had the Jerk Chicken. I would definately try them again.

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    The menu has plenty to offer and I am looking forward to trying the jerk chicken next time - which is made on the grill (not the oven).

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    3.3(16 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    Finally made my way to Tap Tap. It's a beautiful restaurant. I felt right at home as soon as I…read morewalked in. The menu seemed limited and they didn't have the passion fruit juice or offered any other natural juices so I opted for a water. I also ordered the Lalo which wasn't in the list of menu items I was given. If you're coming here for the first time I would just verbally ask for the items you're looking for because most items weren't written out. The Lalo was delicious and tasted authentic. ~$23. The presentation was also beauBe mindful the food does take a while to come out so don't come here in a hurry. Overall I'd be back. I'm impressed with quality and ambiance of the restaurant.

    Excellent food! I'm also happy they're open late. I wanted to end my long night with some Haitian…read morefood and found this place! I got takeout and the ordering process was very efficient and smooth. It was a Friday night so the restaurant turned into a nice lounge scene. Though I was only in there for a few moments to pick up my order, I really wanted to stay for the vibes lol the music was good and everyone was dancing and having fun. I love that it wasn't to crowded, it was a nice low key place and they told me that it's like that every Friday night. I will be returning for the food and maybe also a nice weekend night with my friends. Thank you Tap Tap!

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    4.6(27 reviews)
    2.3 mi
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    So delicious! Perfect spot in Rahway if you want some spicy food the lady that works here is super…read moresweet and attentive. I've had the curry goat roti, curry chicken, jerk chicken and she let me try the red pea soup and it was ALL AMAZING. Very authentic tasting West Indian food unlike other places that water it down for Americans. there isn't really any good place to get spicy good Caribbean food in town so this is perfect. The restarant is bright, colourful and clean and cozy. There's good seating here also for a big family. Definitely my go to spot when I'm in need of some good hearty food.

    For dinner we decided on this place. My hubby and I love Caribbean food. There were two people…read moredining in together when I arrived . No one to greet me at the counter . I stood there for 5 minutes before a lady from the back waved as if she'll be out shortly . After standing there 15 more minutes, I tapped the bell on the counter . She came out a few minutes later . I ordered my usual which is curry chicken ,rice and plantains. As I waited, waited and waited I noticed how hot is was in the restaurant. I began to perspire . Clearly there weren't any AC on. A customer arrived and based on his conversation with a gentlemen that came in later ( appear to be one of the owners) he's a regular. He asked for some cake and the employee/ owner told him they were out of cake. The customer proceeded to tell him he comes in every week and there's never any cake. The employee/owner said he'd get it next time . He seemed very nonchalant about the fact his customer is loyal and he never makes sure the cake is available. Keep in mind I'm still waiting on my food . It's been over 30 minutes waiting in this hot box. After about an hour wait the food was finally ready . No one never said how long it would be. Nor did anyone apologize for the wait or offer any drinks since it was actually hotter inside than outside. The food was packed tightly in a black tray with a clear lid. It was so packed I had to eat it over a big towel in my hotel room to prevent spillage on the bed. After the long hot wait, without any water , the food was bland. I didn't realize that salad had been squeezed inside the plate as well. I will never return . It's too hot there and the wait is too long . Especially since I was the only person in line . I gave them 2 stars because I was given a sufficient amount of food. Although I really think the plate was too small for that much food.

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    3.9(107 reviews)
    2.8 mi
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    Made the venture to Jersey for a concert and knew I'd stop off for food. What better than Haitian…read moreFood on a Sunday! It was easy to find parking nearby on the street, we walked in and were immediately sat down. Service was great throughout the meal. The server did speak primarily to us in Creole. I can see how that may not work for someone who is not Haitian. Maybe having someone who did speak a mix. However, he was very nice and the food came out fast and was delish. Shared a griot fritay to start and it was definitely tasty and portion was good. For entree I had the legume with Beef with black rice. Tasty, spicy, and very authentic tasting. I can say they stay true to the flavors and don't water them down. The drink was ehh. I did not taste much liquor in the creole punch. Not worth it in my opinion. In terms of ambiance, I wish better music was playing. The set up was cool. Nothing amazing. If I was in the area again, I would come back.

    Stopped by early Saturday evening for a drink with three young ladies. We sat at the bar we did…read morenot intend to have dinner. I was able to order a cocktail (mangotini) made just the way I liked it and it was super delicious. My companions ordered food which took some time come out. We only really ordered appetizers and everyone enjoyed their food. This place is not big so not too many tables. I will mention one thing I stated to the bartender....The bar chairs are INCREDIBLY uncomfortable. These seats were not made to fit full size adult derrière. Good vibe.

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