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Jamaican Paradise Restaurant

5.0 (1 review)
Open • 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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Dalia’s Caribbean Kitchen - Oxtails with cabbage and plantains

Dalia’s Caribbean Kitchen

4.9(26 reviews)
17.1 mi

WOW!! This place is amazing!…read more My husband and I were on our way back from a trip to Michigan and staying the night in Youngstown before heading come to CT. After almost 9 hours of traveling, we needed takeout that hit the spot. I found Dalia's online and haven't had Jamaican food in way too long. Am I glad we came here! I was immediately greeted by Dalia and a sweet young lady who was helping her. And though I was getting takeout, she generously gave me a sample plate. Everything was amazing! I wish we could have stayed to eat as the restaurant is a converted home and has such a welcoming vibe (we had our dog in the car so we sadly could not stay). We ordered and enjoyed the Bar Jerk Chicken and Stew Chicken. Both were delicious and perfectly seasoned with just enough heat. The rice and peas were yummy as was the cabbage (which I'm usually not a fan of) and the plantains were phenomenal! We also got a small side of Mac and cheese because, well, why not?! The portions were very generous and we have plenty of left to enjoy again tomorrow! If you're in the area, check this place out. You and your belly will be very glad that you did!!

Food, service and ambience are 10/10. The oxtails, beans, steamed okra, mac & cheese and rice were…read moreall delicious. The owner was extremely kind, which made the experience even more enjoyable. I will definitely be back.

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Dalia’s Caribbean Kitchen - Front counter looking into kitchen

Front counter looking into kitchen

Dalia’s Caribbean Kitchen - Oxtail and rice.

Oxtail and rice.

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Island Spice Carribean Restaurant - Just goat bones and dry rice and beans

Island Spice Carribean Restaurant

4.0(47 reviews)
44.4 mi
•$$

Discovered Island Spice after reading a list of black owned restaurants in Pittsburgh. Discovered…read morethis place, not too far from me that I never knew existed. It's in a small strip mall at the edge of Carnegie (almost in Heidelburg) where Family Video used to be and next to a Subway. The menu was appealing because I love Caribbean food, and I'm sick of our usually takeout places. Called ahead and ordered. While they have some seating, they were not currently doing dine-in (this review was written during Coronavirus time). When I entered the first thing I noticed was that the place was spotless, which I find to always be a great quality in a restaurant. The gentleman working (Donald) was polite and pleasant. He was just finishing up our order when I arrived. I was excited to see a variety of Carribean bottled beverages in the cooler. My 8 year old daughter was even happier when I brought her home two bottles of pineapple guava juice that is hard to find. The portions are huge! For the meals, you pick your meat, cooking style, a veggie and a starch. My husband ordered jerk pork, with Mac and cheese and coleslaw. I ordered jerk chicken with Mac and cheese and a tossed salad. I also ordered an extra side of plantains (not many places serve it around here), and then fish fingers for my kids (which are $6 and come with a healing portion of fries- not mentioned on the menu). As you can see from the photos, their servings of Mac and cheese fill both side dish areas of the take out container and even spill out a bit. It was creamy, and not a super duper cheesy taste. I thought it was a refreshing break from spice of the jerk chicken. The side of coleslaw was quite generous- no itty bitty cups here. The tossed salad was very fresh- no bagged mix here- with thin slices of a few other veggies mixed in. I liked my husband's pork a lot and will probably order it next time. It was significantly less spiced than my chicken (granted I'm not a big best-seeker, though I love jerk). The pork was very tender. My chicken was unfortunately a little overcooked and dry, but damn the flavor was good. The plantains were a delicious addition. My kids were very happy with their fish fingers and fries (and shared in our sides). My kids are 8 and 10 and eat a decent amount- we still have significant leftovers. All of this food for about $51. So glad that I found this place- will definitely return.

I was very disappointed with our experience. The gentleman who waited on us had absolutely no…read morecustomer service skills. He seemed like he didn't want to be there and never once asked if we had any questions or needed help understanding the menu. We eventually decided to order a large oxtail meal and a large goat meal. Unfortunately, the menu was misleading because it didn't clearly list prices or explain exactly what sides were included. It stated that meals came with one side, but the vegetable section wasn't specific, so we assumed we could choose from the sides listed on the menu. When we asked for macaroni and cheese with one of our meals, we were told that it would cost extra and that the meals only came with rice or rice and peas, along with one vegetable. That information should have been clearly stated on the menu. What made the experience even more disappointing was the portioning. The employee loaded the containers with what seemed like a family-sized portion of rice and cabbage, then added barely half a spoonful of meat to the side. For the price we paid, the amount of meat was unacceptable. We eventually decided to purchase the macaroni and cheese from the refrigerator, only to watch it being reheated in a microwave. I honestly couldn't believe it. My dad is from the Caribbean, so I grew up appreciating the flavor, seasoning, and love that go into authentic Caribbean cooking. Unfortunately, that was missing from our experience. The rice was dry, the food didn't taste fresh, and the overall quality did not justify the prices. Good customer service, clear menu pricing, reasonable portions, and flavorful food are the bare minimum expectations for a restaurant. I truly hope management takes this feedback seriously and makes improvements. Caribbean food should be prepared and served with care, flavor, and love. Unfortunately, this experience fell far short of those expectations, and we left feeling that we paid far too much for rice and cabbage with very little meat. I was very disappointed with our experience. The gentleman who waited on us had absolutely no customer service skills. He seemed like he didn't want to be there and never once asked if we had any questions or needed help understanding the menu. We eventually decided to order a large oxtail meal and a large goat meal. Unfortunately, the menu was misleading because it didn't clearly list prices or explain exactly what sides were included. It stated that meals came with one side, but the vegetable section wasn't specific, so we assumed we could choose from the sides listed on the menu. When we asked for macaroni and cheese with one of our meals, we were told that it would cost extra and that the meals only came with rice or rice and peas, along with one vegetable. That information should have been clearly stated on the menu. What made the experience even more disappointing was the portioning. The employee loaded the containers with what seemed like a family-sized portion of rice and cabbage, then added barely half a spoonful of meat to the side. For the price we paid, the amount of meat was unacceptable. We eventually decided to purchase the macaroni and cheese from the refrigerator, only to watch it being reheated in a microwave. I honestly couldn't believe it. My dad is from the Caribbean, so I grew up appreciating the flavor, seasoning, and love that go into authentic Caribbean cooking. Unfortunately, that was missing from our experience. The rice was dry, the food didn't taste fresh, and the overall quality did not justify the prices. Good customer service, clear menu pricing, reasonable portions, and flavorful food are the bare minimum expectations for a restaurant. I truly hope management takes this feedback seriously and makes improvements. Caribbean food should be prepared and served with care, flavor, and love. Unfortunately, this experience fell far short of those expectations, and we left feeling that we paid far too much for rice and cabbage with very little meat.

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Island Spice Carribean Restaurant - Pile of bones, hacked into tiny, sharp pieces.

Pile of bones, hacked into tiny, sharp pieces.

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Curry Goat

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Biba - Seabass, bok choy, mushrooms

Biba

4.4(128 reviews)
21.7 mi
•$$

I've been eating at Biba for years and have been coming here pretty much every week for as long as…read moreI can remember. The food is always INCREDIBLE, the menu stays fresh and interesting, and you can tell how much care goes into every dish. They update it almost every week!!! But keep the classics. The service is just as good, and the atmosphere is perfect for a date night or a nice dinner. Definitely one of the best restaurants in Beaver County. Always looking forward to my next meal here. FYI: I recommend the Cuban sandwich and skillet fries with a juicy steak

Biba restaurant's website says that it serves Latin-inspired foods in an upscale setting for dining…read morein and takeout. Their menu changes seasonally, and it currently lists food such as fries, Cuban sandwich, chicken-tortilla soup, tagliatelle, flat-iron steak, and Hokkaido scallops. I met a friend here for one dinner. The setting was more on the casual side rather than fine dining. (I wore jeans and a blouse.) I have eaten authentic foods in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean, and I thought that the menu was slightly influenced by these regions. The waitress and waiter spoke nicely with us. Our dinner that included a BYO wine (with a $5 charge per person), appetizer, entree, and dessert lasted 1 hour and 45 minutes. The foods had strong flavors, and we both enjoyed everything that we ate. For appetizers, my friend and I shared the Crispy Brussels Sprouts, which also contained carrots, pecans, and a dressing, and the Hot Low Country Crab Dip, which contained a good amount of crab meat and was served with crunchy toast. For entrees, I ate the Cutler-cove Salmon, which was accompanied with asparagus, potatoes, and a spicy jerk sauce and habanero purée, and my friend ate the Arugula Salad, which contained fresh arugula, baby carrots, goat cheese, olives, and hot honey. For dessert, I ate the Kentucky Bourbon Cheesecake, which was topped with pecans, caramel, and whipped cream, and my friend ate the Maple Panna Cotta with raspberries.

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