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    Island Express

    4.4 (219 reviews)
    InexpensiveCaribbean, Bakeries
    Open 9:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    ISLAND EXPRESS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Inside of veggie patty
    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.

    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.

    Wesley K.

    I used to live by here and one day felt the need to try the lunch special. It was filling for me as the portion size was perfect. Some people think the portion is small, but for the price it is fair. I got the curry stewed chicken which came with rice and channa masala. I also ordered a Jamaican beef patty ($2.50) which also hit the spot. I would come back if I was in the area as the food was delicious. Also the workers were super nice which is not always the case. I was overcharged ($6.90) for the lunch special, but I think the menu board was just not updated with the correct price.

    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!!

    Goat curry Pouri Wrap

    This is my new favorite lunch spot in Brooklyn. I've been coming in for goat roti with okra on my lunch break and it's the best part of my day. I seriously woke up this morning thinking about this curry. All the staff are warm and attentive, the food is reasonably priced with generous portions, and everything is so flavorful. The interior and seating areas are spacious, clean, and comfortable. The salt fish and fish cakes are great too! I'm gonna try everything here before long. Gina, the owner, is a gem and incredibly kind. This is a family business with a lot of history that you can feel great about supporting. I always leave happy and full. Can't say enough positive things about Island Express.

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    4 years ago

    I Eat here everyday food is great  and the people are nice best food in the area if you are in a rushUsefulFunnyCool

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    5 years ago

    A must try forCaribbean food. Everything is well made and delicious. The curry beef is tender and just melts in your mouth.

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    6 years ago

    So happy that Guyanese patties are back in Flatbush once again!!! Delicious!!! Staff was great too!!

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    4 years ago

    Love the cheese rolls, pineapple tarts, guava tarts and the chicken Pattie's. Very good restaurant!

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    8 years ago

    This place is perfect. Great food. Amazing taste and so clean. Like an island chipotle!! Which this place was in NJ. Highly recommend

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    This place is so incredibly tasty. And reasonably priced and clean, and they're friendly. I love it.

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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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    Radio Bakery - Earl gray morning bun

    Radio Bakery

    4.5(101 reviews)
    2.0 miProspect Heights
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    Radio Bakery is a very popular bakery in Brooklyn. This has been my second time and each time there…read morewas a line outside, however it moves quickly and the space inside is very small. Even though there is a line, you do not feel rushed or pressured to order quickly. On this visit we ordered plain croissant, chocolate croissant-fresh out of the oven, rhubarb croissant, black forest pastry and brown butter corn cake. The chocolate croissant was amazing. It is triple chocolate and cocoa powder is in the dough. It is filled with milk and dark chocolate, so creamy. The plain croissant was flaky and light. The brown butter corn cake was crispy and caramelized on the outside and soft and moist. The Black Forest croissant is a seasonal offering. It is made with their Triple Chocolate Croissant filled with chocolate cake and sour cherries and topped with mascarpone cream , Rhubarb & Custard Croissant . It is tart and sweet. The rhubarb is roasted and complimented with sweet vanilla custard. They all were excellent. Each were about $8. Highly recommend and don't let the line deter you .

    I came during a weekday at like 11 and there was still a line but it is what it is. Because it's so…read morebusy I feel a bit rushed when I go here. It's also difficult to see all the items since everyone is packed in a line even when you get into the store. The food itself: - cardamom bun was yummy, a bit too cardamom forward though. 3.5/5 - the pb and J croissant was cool, a bit too rich for my liking but I admire how different it was and I actually had to save this one for the next day and it was still good so 4/5

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