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Island Express

4.4 (224 reviews)
InexpensiveCaribbean, Bakeries
Open • 9:00 am - 8:00 pm

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ISLAND EXPRESS ATMOSPHERE

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for kids
Good for groups

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Tully B.

I found the patties I bought and brought to prospect park to be the perfect quick lunch. The hot bar items looked delicious and the service was quick and friendly. The beef patties were my favorite and the chicken option had a great flavor. Next time I'll get some sides too.

Oxtail
Tamara B.

I came to Island Express in Brooklyn really craving Caribbean food, especially the more common Jamaican dishes I'm used to. I didn't realize this was more of a Guyanese-style spot, so the flavors were very different from what I expected. Unfortunately, I personally didn't enjoy the curries :( they just weren't to my taste. The oxtail was much better in comparison, very tender and cooked well, though it leaned more on the sweet side than I prefer. The beef patty was pretty average, nothing particularly flavorful. I ended up not finishing my meal simply because it wasn't what I was hoping for, but I do want to highlight that the staff was genuinely wonderful!! They are super nice, helpful, and very sweet when taking our order. I really appreciated their kindness. If you enjoy Guyanese flavors, this may be a great spot for you, but for me it wasn't the right fit since I was looking for more traditional Jamaican-style dishes.

Curry chicken with roti

Good curry goat, curry chicken, and curried beef. Oil roti was very authentic, too, and one order of roti goes a long way. You can buy pepper pot here too, and a couple other Guyanese dishes. Note that the goat curry has lots of bones, yet chicken and beef are boneless Service was good, but no restroom or place to wash your hands before eating so bring hand sanitizer or wipes. This is Guyanese style curry with oil roti, so be prepared since this is not Jamaican curry. The curry was good, just good.

Jerk chicken with vegetable lomein
Annei B.

I was craving for Caribbean food in the neighborhood and I stumbled upon on this gem. The food is 20/10, staff are super friendly and the vibe is just awesome. Would come back again! I would highly recommend their pineapple mini pies. They're delicious

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Alysha J.

I came for a chicken Jamaican patty. It was perfectly baked and warmed to perfection. It made it out the front door and into my mouth within seconds!! The ambiance is inviting. Stay for a minute but not awhile. Nice takeout location.

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Bernice N.

The food was ok. The service was ok. This place has no ambiance because although it's supposed to be freshly made food that is prepared her, it stills gives off fast food vibes. My daughter purchased a lunch special here, and it was good pricing. My veggie patty, I did not like. It was filled with beans, and, corn, chickpeas, and other things. This should have been called a vegan patty. I'm used to the Jamaican kind, with some fresh filled cabbage or callaloo as it's filling. This is a Jamaican/Guyanese restaurant, so I guess all the patties may be of the guyanese style. I wish they would let you know this is advanced. Anyway I would not return here, but I wouldn't say if you went the result would be the same.- Happy Yelping

Sandy L.

My husband was in the neighborhood and picked up some patties: chicken & beef and some pastries with pineapple & currants. I really enjoyed the pastries especially the pineapple flavored because it reminds me of the Taiwanese pineapple cakes. It's not as much pineapple as a Taiwanese pineapple cake but just as good!

Jamaican Beef Patty
Thecookingchapter

Our first of trying Guyanese flavors and we are so glad we chose the right place. Absolutely loved the beef and chicken patties. Next was Roti wrap with chicken curry. It was so delicious we couldn't wait to capture it. Flavorful, just the right consistency. Their Service is quick, place is neat and clean. Totally loved the food here. I would travel one n a half hour again to have food here. Delicious!

Jamaican Chicken Patty
Reema S.

We popped by here yesterday to get some food and were greeted promptly. They were out of a lot of things we wanted to try but we still managed to snag some jerk chicken patties and a guava tart. Female cashier was not as friendly but the rest of the staff was super helpful and kind. The jamaican chicken patty was so delicious! The crust was buttery and crispy and flaky, and the filling was ample and generous and well seasoned. Chicken tasted fresh and moist and the flavors were OUTSTANDING!! I will definitely be back to try more of their stuff!

Powdered Milk Fudge... it's delicious!
Cassie C.

This is Sybil's 2.0! I was absolutely disappointed when Sybil's closed its location on Church And Flatbush Avenues but was elated to see the grandkids open up Island Express. I have only purchased the bread and a few pastries which have always been on point. The shining star is their bread especially Plat Bread which is solid while still being moist. It remains soft for several days after purchase and goes great with Pepper Pot around Christmas. I occasionally get a bag of Tennis Rolls or Salara just to change it up. A honorable mention goes out to their Pine Tart aka Pineapple Tart for being the perfect balance of a flaky crust and fresh pineapple filling. I must admit that I definitely don't visit here as much as I would like. I also never had their cooked food either because I'm very particular about my Guyanese food. Here are the items that I highly recommend: Any of their breads; Fudge; Pine Tart; Guyanese Patties; Cheese Roll.

Oxtail with Rice and Peas
Ga Hing C.

Was craving Caribbean food and saw this place online. Placed an order for delivery and the food came super fast and warm. The food was very flavorful and hit the spot. Cravings satisfied! Ordered the oxtail with rice and peas and plantain and the jerk chicken with rice and peas and channa (chickpeas). Both were very delicious, but my favorite was the oxtail, fall-off bone oxtail pieces! The jerk chicken was also very good. I also tried their beef patties. I love beef patties and this has to be one of the best beef patties I've ever had! I am definitely coming back for those patties and the oxtail!!

Peas and Rice
Bloss C.

I organize a weekly lunch for my office and the lunch from Island Express was the most popular so far. Many people asked where the food was from and/or told me how good it was. As a pescatarian I appreciated how many dishes I could try: shrimp curry, vegetable curry, peas and rice, and veggie curry cocktail patties. For the omnivores we had beef cocktail patties, oxtail, and jerk chicken as well. The only dish we ordered that wasn't a universal favorite were the fish cakes. 10 out of 10 would recommend Island Express, especially if you are looking for a crowd-pleaser.

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Reviews are largely positive. People highlight the flavorful food, especially the chicken curry, patties, and plantains, as well as the friendly service and clean, inviting space.

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10 years ago

Wonderful food, great prices and plenty of vegetarian options! The veggie patties are unbeatable. Love it.

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8 years ago

Order never came. Grab hab had to cancel it. Not even curtesy call or email. Lack of service is profound.

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8 years ago

Juicy jerk chicken, sweet plantains, great seasoned rice and peas, what more can you ask for in Caribbean food.

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8 years ago

Don't get the white pudding .. no flavor at all ... & they use tamarind sauce , taste buds disappointed !!

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8 years ago

So delicious! Curries and baked goods are both excellent. Hot sauces are . A favorite spot in the neighborhood.

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10 years ago

Well designed, kind and professional staff, quality Guyanese food. Would eat here every day if I could!

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9 years ago

Best ROTI PLACE!!!! I love this place cool vibes personality is food is ... can't get enough of the bakery goodies

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10 years ago

My family and I enjoyed the chicken. When we visit Brooklyn next year we will surely go back to this place!

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10 years ago

curry goat wasn't cooked properly it was rubbery I kept chewing and I just became Aggy didn't enjoy this experience

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Ask the Community - Island Express

Are the beef & chicken patties made in house, or frozen?

Supposedly it is made in house. I gotten the beef patties last time, and I thought they were just average.

Do you offer any vegan options?

Yes. Absolutely.

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4.3(1.3k reviews)
3.2 mi•Cobble Hill, Boerum Hill
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Mia's has become my go-to for when I'm looking for a sweet treat or looking to gift someone some…read moresweet treats. Every item I've tried has been delicious. I keep on returning back for their flan. This time, I tried their fruit napoleon and it definitely hit the spot. Their cookies are also super fresh for gifting to folks or hosting. The spot itself is spacious and the service is wonderful. I like that they have outdoor seating as well for summer nights. It's become a regular spot for us when we're craving a sweet treat!

There are some places that become part of your family's story, and Mia's Bakery is one of ours…read more We've been coming since the day it opened on Smith Street, and everything we've tried, the rainbow cookies, the tres leches, the cheesecake, has been wonderful. But this review is about something bigger than dessert. The strawberry cheesecake here reminds me of my mom. It was her favorite, and it was one of the last desserts I got to share with her. Anytime she wanted a sweet treat, that's what she asked for. Ordering it now keeps me connected to her. This past July, on her 3rd birthday in heaven, I placed an order to celebrate her. The menu only had cherry cheesecake that day, so I wrote a note explaining what the strawberry meant to me. The staff didn't just make it happen, they sent an extra slice of strawberry cheesecake on top of it. That kind of thoughtfulness is rare. The people here have always been this kind. We love everyone who works there, and we're grateful for the small moments of care they've shown our family. Thank you for everything.

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4.5(134 reviews)
2.0 mi•Prospect Heights
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I had my doubts. So many viral places suck. I've been so disappointed or meh at so many places…read more Not this one. Wow! Radio Bakery is so legit. Too legit to quit if I was in NYC area. My gawd. Everything was perfect. Perfect techniques. Perfect flavors and such robust flavors and textures. I was so impressed. I wish I could eat more right now, everyday. The most tomatoey focaccia. The most vanilla and crispy yet soft flakey Kouign Ammon. The most garlicky knot. The most tart & chocolatie almond croissant. Can't say enough.

Expect to wait a minimum of 30-45mins everytime you come here. This shop is known for their famous…read morefoccacia sandwiches. They also sell unique seasonal pastries too. These are the things I've gotten: Bacon and Chive Focaccia (5/5): I would get this anytime they have it available because it's a warm focaccia with cheesy spread loaded with crispy bacon and sausage with chives. The bread is bouncy and the perfect amount of dough with the savory bacon and sausage. The chives gives it a freshness. Beware they sell this at 10am and runs out FAST. Like 30-1 hr fast and they don't make anymore for the rest of the day lol. Or at least I've went 3 times here and the 2 times they sold out by 11am and the one time I've gotten it, it was 10:15am. Beef and Arugula Focaccia (4.5/5): If you can't grab a bacon and chive focaccia then this is their next BEST one! It comes on a sea salt focaccia that's loaded with slices of thin beef, caramelized red onions, arugula, and slathered with a good horseradish mayo spread that coats the greens. This is delicious! Listen it didn't look appetizing but this one the taste over looks and it was one of the most flavorful sandwiches I had. The horse radish mayo gives it a nice punch! The beef was so tender. Turkey and Pesto Focaccia (4/5): This was loaded with turkey slices, slathered with a generous pesto spread, and had kale that seemed like it was seasoned lightly with olive oil or a tangy vinaigrette. This worked very well with the focaccia which soaked it all in and the kale was perfectly tender and balanced out the saltiness from pesto and turkey. Safe choice for sure! Corn Cake (5/5): You must get this pastry if it's your first time here or anytime you want a sweet treat. I honestly think this is their best dessert ever and would get it everytime. It's a moist, chewy on the inside brown butter corn cake that tastes like corn bread mixed with brownie texture if you get what I mean. The outside is crunchy while inside is perfectly chewy and moist. Love this! Vanilla Kouign Amann (4.5/5): They do their Kouign Amanns close to perfection here. Theirs comes with the infamous caramelized sugar bottom and the inside is nice and fluffy with layers of buttered croissant like bread. Well done! Double Chocolate Croissant (2/5): This was not good as when I bit into the pastry it was flat and soft. Not a good chewiness or flakiness at all.

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