Wanting to have some variety, I sought out some Caribbean cuisine. I remember hearing about one called Jamaican D's. So my brother and I decided to head over to see if what I heard was true. I'm happy to report, it was very very good! Some things to note: They take cash only. They have an ATM inside just in case, but make sure you have cash only you before you go. Make sure you pay attention when traveling to this establishment, as there are many intersections, one way streets, and streets that go from two to one lane. Also, there may be someone who will ask you to get them some food. Once we parked the car, we heard the reggae music coming from their front door. You can't miss it. The menu is on the wall, as well as being taped down to the counter by the order window. If they're out of something they will let you know before you order. When I went they were out of oxtail (a highly sought after dish in Caribbean cuisine). I had the jerk chicken with collard greens, white rice, and macaroni and cheese. My brother ordered the fried whiting, but I guess she didn't hear him correctly (trust me the music there is quite loud inside even though it's even louder outside), because he got the same thing I did. Now, we drove home, the car smelling amazing, and I forgot to take some photos for this review. But even so, I will definitely be back. The food was excellent, the prices were decent, and the service was fast. If you're looking for an adventure, check out Jamaican D's! read more

Not the best of the best but decent enough, if you really want Jamaican food and everywhere else is closed. The portions are small, the beef patties aren't that yummy and always dry. Customer service sucks. And the rice is usually dry. read more

I've been coming to Jamaican D's on and off for years. It's a very small location that can get very very busy and the street parking is very bad. People often double park and block you in. it is my suggestion to park away from the store for and walk up. They sometimes have a truck outside where you can place your order if you don't want to go inside. I normally get the jerk wings and they're usually pretty good. Their sides are not bad as well. I do love how they give you a good amount for your money. Most time the workers are very nice and Accommodating. They do take card and cash and you can place your order in advance.lol that rhymed! read more

The food was amazing. The service was all right. The portions were very large. A large platter is enough for two meals. I was very satisfied.!!! read more

Service snd food is good they have nice size menu and you can sit down and eat and they move quickly

So we were chilling on my front porch today because it was beautiful out. All that yip-yappin' and jaw-jackin' got us hungry. Earlier we were talking about really wanting Caribbean food today. There a place a stones throw from me that I like but I was feeling super comfy and unwilling to walk the 20 minute round trip. So we jumped on Grubhub. This place was one of the top so we both got the jerk chicken meal. $19 each. The other place I like round the way is like $12 so I was like Ugg this kinda sucks. When I got it and tried it though I was not upset. This food was great. The jerk chicken has a little sweetness to its BBQ which is my jam. The rice and beans were a little spicy. Great together. The Mac and cheese was awesome. The food is two meals worth. Also they delivered super quick and had their own car! Damn this place must be making bucks. So now I don't think I'll do the cheap place again. read more

Food is good Nice portions but sometimes crowded, but it moves fast . I would recommend

Yo man! This Jamaican restaurant is da bomb. Although the restaurant is a take out and you can't delve into the tasty items on the menu, the food is hot enough til you get home. This is my second time trying the food and they're still batting 100. The oxtail is plentiful and scrumptious and barbecue beef was so tender. And the sides are out of this world, especially the Mac and cheese. You gotta try it and tell me I ain't lying! read more

I love them Soul to soak up my tears These are foods that are needed to survive on a spiritual basis, surely. Internationally void-filling, trad food, when nothing else really hits. read more

I've been to Jamaica a few times and have eaten Caribbean/Jamaican food from California down to Florida. Jamaica D's was recommended to me when I moved to Philly, and I first got the chance to try them out. Impressive use of what they have to make solid food. Let me explain. Jamaica D's is a small establishment in North Philly that gets plenty of love from all over and considering how small the establishment is that isn't a surprise; many small restaurants tend to pack big flavors. I went ahead and ordered the Jamaican jerk combo alongside the BBQ jerk with sides of the classic rice and peas, macaroni and cheese, greens, and sweet potatoes. The food was plenty and flavorful, but it just was missing that Caribbean/Jamaican flavor all around. What makes jerk chicken is the grill/cooking device that often gives off large quantities of smoke that exemplifies how the meat and seasonings interact with the grill to create a flavorful and masterful taste. Jamaica D's is under an apartment, so this cooking technique could not be mastered by any means. Additionally, their "spicy" sauce was not spicy by any measure, but the sweet potatoes were indeed sweet while the macaroni and cheese and rice and peas complemented the jerk chicken well. I'm not sure why the restaurant has "BBQ Jerk" as there is nothing Jerk about it. It is plain old BBQ chicken. Jamaica D's is really missing that Caribbean flavor, and though they cannot obtain the equipment to give the chicken its true color and smoky flavor, they could try changing their seasonings/marinade and "spicy" sauce to start. Otherwise, pretty solid read more

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The food was ok. The service needs some attention. You'd appreciate a nice feeling when you order food from someone. The young lady treated me as if I was lucky to be served/handed food. I'll go back and give it a second chance. read more

Excellent food, big portions, friendly staff and fast service!! I ate the food right in the restaurant.

I love Jamaican food. It's definitely in my top 3 favorite cuisines. I normally order oxtails whenever I have it but I was in the mood for something spicy. My fiancé & I both ordered the medium spicy jerk chicken with 3 sides for $13 and my daughter order the small BBQ chicken with two sides for $11. Love it!! The place is cash only so make sure you plan for that. There's also an atm instead of you forget. Fast service. Friendly workers. The portion sizes are really good. There isn't a parking lot so prepare to find street parking. We found a spot right across the street & didn't have to walk far at all. There's no dining area, all orders are to go. I didn't have expectations when coming in but from someone who has eaten Jamaican food from all over, there's is the real thing. read more

Jamaican D's - Bbq chicken, Collard Greens, Rice and Beans - Caribbean Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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I like this restaurant food is always hot and fresh. They stay packed. I think they make the best jerk.

Best jerk chicken that I've found in years. Super nice people. Only takes cash now but always worth the drive.

the mac and cheese is was a 10/10 so good. the curry chicken was also really good but the gravy on the rice was extremely spicy. My only issue is the consistency, you never know what your going to get with the spice level. The last couple times I had it, it wasn't that hot but this time it was almost un enjoyably hot. Also, customer service is ok. The young lady didn't speak when we came in but wasn't rude when we were ordering and helped us out after having difficulties. read more

Jamaican D's - Curry Chicken, White Rice, Macaroni and Cheese - Caribbean Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I can't stop in Philadelphia and not get a platter from Jamaican D's . My go to is the Jerk platter with gravy over rice, Mac & cheese, sweet potatoes. I would consider paying to see anyone finish a platter in one sitting. The portions are so large that I always have left overs for the next day. read more

Jamaican D's - Jerk Platter - Caribbean Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Another great plate from Jamaican D's at Attic Brewery. Great food. Friendly service. Ask questions if you dont have much experience with Jamaican food and give something new a try. Great flavors! We had oxtails and rice and peas... cabbage and fried whiting. We ordered a rice and peas side and got some curry sauce on the side. Spicy and really good. If you havent had anything new in a while try this! read more

I've never had a bad meal from this location, the food is delicious, but they keep raising the prices. Tell them to stop.... All their food is decent to good, but their Oxtail.......ugh....Heavenly........... read more

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I am absolutely obsessed with Caribbean food, and I was desperately searching for the best place around Philly, and the unanimous decision was Jamaican D's. I came on a Sunday around 4 pm, and there was already a massive line for it! The small entrees come with two sides, and the large entrees come with three sides. I got the large Jerk Chicken platter with collard greens, rice and peas, and steamed cabbage, all for $16. This is a massive amount of food for such a good price! The chicken was literally fall off the bone tender, and spiced perfectly! The rice and peas sat underneath it and soaked up all the juice from the chicken. I literally couldn't stop eating it! The collard greens and steamed cabbage were perfect sides with the chicken and rice. They were super flavorful, and were a nice light side to go with the chicken! The staff was super helpful and gave amazing recommendations! Definitely check this place out read more

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Saturday evening hook up 2 platters enough food to share among 4 ppl , always fresh and presentable , good portions read more

Jamaican D's - Jerk chicken wings , cabbage, rice and beans , yams - Caribbean Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Hands down some good ass Jamaican food...jerk chicken, cabbage and white rice extra sauce and extra spicy. Definitely value add meal for $12, you can't go wrong. Chicken was erase and and the jerk was extremely flavorful. read more

Been all over the world to eat curry goat,, this is top of the list curry goat. The lady at the counter showed my plate to ensure I was satisfied... I said its so much food. MUST EAT. Greens was banging!! read more

Jamaican D's - Curry goat, greens, cabbage rice and gravy - Caribbean Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Play your food you can eat for two days off his plate you need to know they give large portions

Very Good food I would recommend eating here if you are in the vicinity. You will likely have to wait outside or even place an order outside unless you order via phone. read more

Do not place an order and try to retract it. NO ONE EVER answers the phone. That's why they use PayPal. Once they have your money; it's done. I and other relatives tending to my recovering mother. Lots of money could have been had over time, but due to shady business practices, I'll never, and will whole-heartedly recommend that NO ONE from THIS household or family EVER, patronizes this business again. Grab the money now; losers in the long run. Bye mofos!! read more

One of my favorite places to visit whenever I'm home. The staff is always friendly. The food has remained consistently good over the years. I just wish they were here in LA. read more

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My first bite slapped me in the mouth! I ordered stew chicken, rice & peas and cabbage. And a side of plantains. My boyfriend ordered the bbq jerk chicken, mac & cheese and greens. He mentioned that he hadn't had food that authentic since he'd been to Jamaica last. I'm from West Philly. Yes, it was a bit of a drive and the neighborhood is a bit rough, but the restaurant seemed to be pretty efficient and the employees were nice. The in-store restaurant was for picking up phone/mobile orders. Their truck was right out front accepting walk up orders. There was food galore! The portions were great, and overall, I just don't have any complaints about my food or service. Not sure if I'll drive back up that way, and I've had other Jamaican food that wasn't so memorable. Jamaican D's is for sure memorable read more

My friend recommended this place to me while in Philadelphia. I ordered the jerk chicken, rice and peas, Mac and cheese with cabbage. The jerk chicken was delicious with the Mac and cheese. It's a take out spot so service is quick and moves pretty quickly. read more

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Place has gone downhill and looks dirty and unkept. My Mac n cheese and rice was horrible. The rice had a funny rancid smell like it wasn't fresh. My chicken didn't taste fresh. I'm sad because the food used to be delicious but now it's poor quality. There are many options for Jamaican food in Philly, unfortunately I will have to move away from Jamaican D's good tasty food. read more

Good portions and consistently tasty food. I always get the bbq chicken, rice and beans and cabbage. I've tried the Mac and cheese and yams, which are good but I've had better. The potato salad is also okay. read more

Stewed chicken too salty and spicy. Gave it a chance..2nd time to. Sweet potatoes taste funny. Even my dad said so. Mac and cheese wasn't good. Won't be back. read more

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Oxtail!!!! Awesome!!! Just as good as the place I first had Jamaican food somewhere in West Chester! The portion is good! Small for $15, large for $17. Lots of oxtail and lots of meat on it instead of just bones like the one place on Old York road. I came there on Monday around 6pm, the place was full. I came again today around 1pm Thursday and place was full. Oxtail and goat curry are only available from Thursday through Sunday. read more

They did not give me what I ordered; the employee had an attitude when I mentioned it. I noticed insects crawling behind the counter where the prepared food was sitting. I had a horrible experience and have no plans on ordering from here again; this place also has a sanitation issue, as I noticed insects and mice on the floor, which just seemed normal to everyone else there. read more

Pretty good jerk chicken, good si,e portions. I usually get red beans & rice with cabbage. Always a good (not great) meal

I love Jamaican D's! Food is delicious, they pack your platter, quality service and just an overall delicious meal. I have never gotten something from them and said I should've gotten a different item. Definitely a go to spot for me! read more

Everything is so flavorful and they give generous portions. They package everything carefully so that nothing spills during delivery.

I hate this place. I vomited when I ate my food. They use to be a good restaurant but because they became popular and start cooking in bulk for all the trucks the flavor is not there for me and its not authentic anymore. They give you a big amount but I guess that's what people see and think it's good food. read more

I tried Jamaican Ds last night. The greens has sugar in them. The mac & cheese is missing a lot (the cheesiness). The hot jerk Chicken taste like plain old bbq. The curry goat was just okay. I will not be recommending Jamaican Ds. read more

Delicious Jamaican food, and quick so perfect for a brewery food truck. Kind staff, generous proportions, and jerk salmon which you don't see often. We also had the chicken curry (bones), rice snd beans, Mac and cheese (SO good), collards and plantains. read more