I was at Blossom Market Hall (BMH) in San Gabriel to redeem mySGV food passport offer from Wahib's…read moreMediterranean Express this past weekend. Last time I was at BMH, I didn't get a chance to try Caribbean Gourmet (CG). Yesterday was the day. Parking was easy behind the building. Comfortable shared community seating available inside and outside. Restrooms are near the front entrance of the BMH. CG offers comforting soul foods with bold flavors of authentic Caribbean and Guyanese cuisines. Their simple menu includes chicken plates, patties (empanadas like), pastries, and drinks. Oxtail stew, jerk chicken, chicken and vegan curries, and freshly made roti are some of their signature dishes. Since it was my first time trying them, I got the Jerk Chicken. Wow, it was one heavy plate! One deliciously tender chicken drumstick + thigh over aromatically flavored coconut rice and peas. Spice level was perfect! Veggies and roasted plantains were fantastic. Absolutely a plate of tasty goodness! Highly recommend for first time and returning customers. I would get it again for sure. Prices were reasonable for the great portions. Staff was super friendly and nice. Thank you Miss! CG is one of the best food options at BMH. I'm planning my return to try their other signature dishes soon. If you haven't tried them, don't wait any longer. It's the real deal Caribbean and Guyanese!

People say this is the best Jamaican food in the area. So let's see if they're pretty good eh or…read moreew. Everything is handmade fresh in-house and the owner is literally the sweetest and gave me a bunch of stuff to try. Of course gotta start with the iconic beef patty which was nice and chubby and had a flakey pastry with ground beef inside. Their roti was super soft and flakey and paired perfectly with their warm spiced super tender curries. The plates come with rice, stewed cabbage, sweet fried plantains and a protein. The jerk chicken was nice and Smokey while the oxtail was super tender and juicy. They had a catering order too that day so gave me some of their special chow mian to try which had veggies, yummy chicken, and was super flavorful. Overall this place was pretty good. Oxtail plate $28 Jerk chicken $20 Curry with roti $19 Beef patty $6

Having just moved to victorville, we are still looking for our go to spots we can enjoy and…read moreintroduce to our family and friends. Someone told us to check out Havanazucar; and I'm glad we did. We got there when they first openedEd at 11am so everything was friesh, hot and delicious. They were serving bottom-less mimosas and let me tell you something; I haven't seen my wife smile this much since we got married . The staff is friendly, attentive and kept the mimosas flowing. It's a great spot whether you are riding solo or you are with your family. Will definitely be a staple spot when we are in the mood for Cuban food.

We wanted to try something different for lunch on a Saturday afternoon after running chores…read more Our order: Cubano sandwich with banana chips with a Coke. Pastrami sandwich with fries and an unsweetened iced tea First, the customer service at this small spot was great. Even though we ordered to go the cashier brought our drinks and food right to our table. Both sandwiches were top notch and muy delicioso. Cubano sandwich was filled with smoked grilled ham, Juicy roasted pork, cheese, pickles and pressed. It was served with the most amazing garlic aioli. I opted for the banana chips that were light and crispy and a perfect accompaniment to the sandwich. We also ordered a pastrami sandwich with fries. The fries were well seasoned and thin. Pastrami was so delicious however my only gripe is that it needed a touch more mustard. I shared some of my garlic aioli with my partner but hogged the rest for my other half of sandwich. Sandwiches were cooked to order, hot and fresh. The bread was soft with a slight crunch due to it being pressed. It was a very nice change from the usual burger or fried chicken fast food. We can't wait to go back !!

DELICIOUS!! Food was so flavorful and so good! Already craving it again! The curry shrimp sauce was…read moreamazing and the chimichurri steak was yummy and perfectly tender. Also got a Cupecoy Lemonade, and my husband and I are OBSESSED! This place is 5 mins from my house and I will be back like every week!!! We went a bit later into the evening so a lot of their main items were sold out and went with their recommendations, we were not disappointed! Service was so friendly and everything was made to order, just about a 15 min wait. Everything was clean. Can't wait to try other items on their menu!

Ok, I have to say that this rating does come with the caveat. Full transparency, I actually wanted…read moreto rate it 4.75 Stars, but I didn't have that option. And I'll explain that in a moment. I have to admit that this review is about a week overdue and full disclosure I visited them just as they were opening for the day for business. With that being said I have to say that the minute they opened they are PREPARED! The warm and welcoming greeting that I got from Miss Amaya was amazing. The decor and overall atmosphere was very welcoming and comfortable. On to the food I wanted to try a little bit of everything on the menu that I saw online however there were a few items that were no longer available, hence the .25 star deduction. However, the food was out of this world. It is a bit "pricey", but nothing that anyone shouldn't expect considering the cost of what food is today overall. Customers can't expect a privately owned small business to stay in business if they undercut the price of the food they sell. For example the oxtail lunch plate I got was approximately $19, but if I were to shop for everything that I got with that plate, (the rice, the peas, the plantains, the side cabbage, the ingredients for the side of cabbage, the oxtails, and not to mention the seasonings on top of everything else), I'd be putting out at least 4 to 5 times as much. For the amount of food I got for that $19, it was well worth it. Speaking of the amount of food, they are very generous. I ordered the fresh squeeze lemonade and the dragon fruit lemonade as well and let me tell you Miss Amaya squeezed them lemons within an inch of their life, lol. She gave me a few options/alternatives to my taste preference as well. Overall I had a very good experience with them and an even better experience when I got the food home. Being half Jamaican, I have considered them my new go to spot when I have a craving for some Caribbean food. I'll try to include some before and after but I'm not tech savvy so don't hold me to it. You may have to just go in and experience it for yourself.

After craving Jamaican food for what feels like forever, I finally decided to search Yelp on my way…read morehome from working in LA and came across The Taste of the Caribbean in Long Beach - and wow, this hit the spot in a way I've been missing for too long. For context, I've always loved Jamaican food and even have family who make incredible, authentic dishes, but I haven't had anything close to that in a year. So my expectations? High. My craving? Even higher. I ordered the jerk chicken dinner with peas & rice and cabbage medley, and some plantains - to go. First off, the service was amazing. The woman who helped me was genuinely warm and welcoming, and you can tell she cares about what she's serving. When I ordered, she asked if I wanted the jerk sauce on the side and made sure I was okay with the spice level when I said no. That attention to detail matters. The food came out quickly (it was mid-afternoon and not busy), and everything stayed warm all the way home--which is always a win for takeout. Now let's talk about the food: The portion was generous, the flavors were on point, and everything tasted fresh. The jerk chicken had that perfect smoky, spicy kick - exactly what I was hoping for. The rice and peas and cabbage medley were a great balance to the heat, and the plantains were sweet and perfectly cooked. I did notice another review complaining about the spice level being too high... and honestly, I had to laugh a little. Have you had jerk chicken before? It's supposed to be spicy - that's the whole point. Personally, that comment is part of what made me choose this place, and it delivered. If you don't like spice, jerk might not be your thing - but I'm sure there are milder options if you ask. Bonus: they offer online ordering and delivery through Uber Eats and Postmates, which makes it even easier to get your fix. Overall, this place brought back the flavors I've been missing for so long. I'll absolutely be back - and probably sooner rather than later.

Meal prep for the week : curry chicken to go…read more Wow first time here and this is a culinary experienceeeee! Love the flavors Sorrel drink fireeeee Curry chicken fiireeee Roti fiireeee 10/10 coming back

The BEST! Jamaica food without going to LA (@ Blessings by SoFi stadium)…read moreThe oxtails with rice & peas was my signature dish that I love to order and it satisfied! Can't wait to go back to try other menu items Clean,small restaurant with friendly staff offering good service

The food was very good. It can be hard to find good bbq spot. This place was good and I will be…read moregoing back again. Their ribs, cornbread and beans is very good.

I was skeptical of trying a virtue kitchen. I mean who regulates it ?What the area vibe? You know…read morethings like that. But being in the AV now I have to find one close to the family's home. And am I glad I followed my spirit in this one! When I pulled up I was greeted with fragrant scent of spice then the doors opens to deep aromas of jerk and curry! Bag was ready and piping hot! And I must tell you it was the longest 14.6 miles home ever with all those spices slapping me in the face! We ordered 2 Dinners and a side. Dinner one was Oxtails with gravy the second was Curry Chicken. Each dinner comes with rice and peas, a cabbage mix and plantains. Along with a side of jerk chicken. The oxtails were delicious. Be sure to ask for heavy gravy as that's kind of light (Wish I had asked for that on the Curry). The flavor was so deep I flew back to my island retreat in my mind!! I am know as the bland food eater so the curry and oxtails were at my spice max. I enjoyed the fullness of the spices and even appreciated the heat that came with it . I polished off the remaining rice and peas later in the evening (glad I ask for additional gravy) and I think the flavor may have been a bit better after settling at room temp, as I I was staring at the plate like why isn't there more!! I did bravely taste the jerk and it too was a very Carribean scent (although too spicy for me personally) the flyover was rich and chicken was moist so that a plus and my partner gobbled it up so tells me that the item was good. Tameka, you and your hubby need a store front restaurant , food truck or hell a cart to be tablet to serve the AV. Y'all owe it to yourselves, the AV. The community, heck to me! Will definitely not hesitate when need for the Caribbean hit the back of my throat !! They accept Zelle, Cashapp, Apple Pay and good old American cash!

The food was amazing, hot & fresh. I loved the spices of the oxtail gravy. The customer service and…read morecommunication was great as well. It is a residence so keep that in mind. 10/10 recommend.

Our taste bud was craving Caribbean food so we ended up at Taste Of The Caribbean Restaurant. The…read moremoment we entered it felt like we teleported to somewhere in the Caribbean itself thanks to the decor. The welcoming, the service and the food were amazing. Got the oxtail Rasta pasta and my taste buds were satisfied. If you're looking for somewhere to take your family or just a date and your taste buds craving Caribbean food this is the place for you. Even if your date is not your girl/ boyfriend there plenty of trees to hide behindjk

Amazing vibe on thursdays with the amazing food to match... this my new spot! I am really a fan of…read morethe jerk salmon and the rum punch is so yummy!

The ambiance of this place is truly unmatched with its photo booth, lounge, and surrounding stores…read moreof clothes and trinkets. I would definitely recommend dining here outside during dinner to enjoy the sunset as well as the cooler weather. The food and drinks were delicious, especially from the Caribbean influence of the chef, but the portions were small and not as sharable as recommended by the server - something to keep in mind if you plan to go with a larger party. Nonetheless, the service was great and our waitress was very knowledgeable about the menu. Definitely a unique dining experience overall.

This is such a unique place to dine at, gorgeous combination of incorporating the desert feel with…read morea cozy restaurant. We came for drinks and a desert and it was such a lovely night. Perfect for a date or celebrations, it's a must-try when coming to the area. Highly recommend!

I'm first born American in a Jamaican family and I was happily surprised to find a Jamaican…read morerestaurant, in Chatsworth of all places, that was within walking distance of my mechanic's shop. The restaurant is in a strip mall, next to a barber shop. The woman behind the counter was so friendly and helpful that I was genuinely concerned about the quality of the food. Typically in a Jamaican restaurant, the ruder the service, the better the food is. This spot is the happy exception to the rule. The food was EXCELLENT. I asked for a recommendation for their best menu option and she suggested their fried chicken and maaaaaannnnnn, I think about that chicken like white dudes think about the Roman Empire. I'm actively trying to come up with reasons to take the long drive back to Chatsworth to try more of their menu. If you're ever in the area, this is worth a visit.

I was craving Jamaican food and ordered from this restaurant on Uber Eats last night…read more Unfortunately, my order never arrived because the restaurant was closed, even though they were still accepting orders on Uber. Wanting to give them another chance, I ordered again this morning. I got the jerk chicken special with rice and peas and cabbage, expecting a fresh, flavorful meal. Sadly, the experience was very disappointing. The jerk chicken was extremely tough and dry, the rice and peas tasted old, and the cabbage appeared spoiled& had a terrible smell (not edible) I spit it right out my mouth. The entire meal was not fresh and was simply reheated in a microwave. I eat Jamaican food regularly, so I know what fresh Jamaican cuisine should taste like. I called the restaurant to address my concerns and hopefully find a resolution. Instead of listening or attempting to make things right, I was repeatedly told that the food was fresh. There was no effort to resolve the issue or acknowledge my experience as a customer. I don't normally leave negative reviews, but after two disappointing experiences in less than 24 hours, I felt it was important to share. Hopefully this helps others make an informed decision before ordering.

Money well spent fabulous family vacation in California!!…read more Topped off by delicious Jamaican food fountain Hollywood, California!

Simply the best! Their foods are seasoned well. I love Rasta Pasta & Oxtail and Rice. My only gripe…read moreis that whenever I'm there, they are out of Rasta pasta.