This place is a hidden gem! Very nice ambiance and large outdoor space. This is a cool location for an evening out with friends or family. Really good customer service. Jen, our server, was attentive to our needs and kept checking back in frequently. The wait time for the food was longer than expected, but it was totally worth the wait. It was high quality, hot, and super tasty. I ordered the nachos and my goodness!! The nachos were piled high, had layers and layers of deliciousness, and were everything I hoped and dreamed. I'm a nacho connoisseur and was not disappointed. The margs were refreshing. The spicy pineapple is where it's at! Stop by soon okay?! Okay, great! read more

Jay’s Latin Kitchen - Fries - Latin American Near Me - Deale, Maryland

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Great menu, excellent food and fantastic service. Oh, did I mention the drinks are worth the trip? Yes!

You might drive right by, not knowing what you're missing here. JesseJay's is a real gem. The food is outstanding, and the service is great. We have ordered several pickup orders, and each time we have been even more impressed with just how good it is. From soups to tacos, quesadillas to tortas... everything is prepared authentically and deliciously. Do yourself a favor and order here! You won't be sorry. read more

Such a vibe! Great atmosphere, the waitress was so on top of things, and everything we ordered was beyond delightful. Can't wait to visit again and share some pics! read more

JesseJays for the WIN. Food was freakin amazing!!! Very authentic and the portion size was just right. I've spent some time in Puerto Rico and this food took me right back there. Definitely a nice addition to the area. This just might become "my spot". read more

Jay’s Latin Kitchen - Nachos!!! - Latin American Near Me - Deale, Maryland

We stumbled here on the humble and decided to make them a regular stop in our journeys. The margaritas are amazing. The food is incredible. The service is the epitome of good customer service. I can't wait to come back again... in a few days! I can personally recommend the empanadas, Maduros, nachos (no meat), Cuban sandwich and cheese curds with guava. The restaurant was clean and the ambiance was nice. This is a great place to wind down with comfort food and good drinks. Please give them a try! read more

I've been hanging out in Gailesville on a sailboat and was sick and tired of the normal 'sports bar' 'fry it all' type food options. One of the locals told us to head to JesseJays if we want a good Latin inspired meal and bomb drinks. Ohh Boy! This place rocks and is super legit. Being from SoCal and offshore sailing we eat a ton of Latin cuisine, I'd say this is one of the top spots I've ever visited. Firstly: the margaritas are to die for, if you haven't had a real homemade sweet sour base....your in for an amazing tasty treat. Second: if you like nachos, quesadillas, and tacos (street style) you cannot go wrong with the classics. Third: But the piece-de-resistance was the Mofongo (see pic) this was to DIE for...never had it this good outside of Caribbean/Central America. If you haven't been GO, if you are in the mood for some diversity to your regular local fare GO! You will not be disappointed. read more

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Best tacos in Shady Side! My husband and I love going here, we usually order takeout but whenever we dine in Jayleen and Jesse always do a great job making us feel welcome. read more

Hidden gem! I went with a group of friends for happy hour and sat at the communal table. The service was great and the food was excellent! We had chips & salsa, chips & guac, chicken nachos, steak quesadilla, fried yuca, and plantains and everything was delicious! I'd go back today if I could! The place is small, so you need to get their early. read more

Jay’s Latin Kitchen - Latin American Near Me - Deale, Maryland

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Wow, just wow! We had read the Yelp reviews for this new restaurant (open only about three months) and it was on our radar, but it's a bit of a drive for us. Today we had to go to Annapolis and decided to stop in for lunch. Really glad we did! It's small, seating for about 30 plus six at the bar looking into the open kitchen. Clean and bright, with interesting artwork. You'll feel like you're in the islands. we were told it fills up quickly for dinner and then it's best to have a reservation. They take three reservations per hour in order to leave room for walk-ins. The menu is not large and the food is simple but delicious. We started out with the chips and salsa which were really good. My bride opted for the roast pork which was amazing. So tender just melted in your mouth. I went with the fried pork mofongo and was not disappointed. Usually I have to go to Florida to get this Puerto Rican dish so I'm really happy to have it here in Maryland. Service was great, our waitress was always present but not too obtrusive. Restrooms are spotless as is the rest of the restaurant. Prices are reasonable for the value of this kind of cooking. if you follow my reviews you know that I give five stars for places to which I would drive out of my way, four stars for places at which I would like to be a regular customer and three stars for places to which I would return. Can't wait to get back to Jessie Jay's and I will drive out of my way to do it. read more

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The reviews don't match the reality. Unremarkable burrito and shrimp tacos. Drinks were just not very good. Tables were sticky. Pass...better choices. read more

The Paloma on the menu made with Jimenez silver tasted like soap, was corrected . The special was a tongue taco, love tongue . But was beyond over seasoned . Tongue so mild, no need . Told the chef, when he asked , was taken off check . Would def go back again . read more

If you're looking for a great atmosphere for a couple hours, JesseJays is the place for you. The food is outstanding and cannot be topped. The waiters are phenomenal with checking on you and taking orders. Though it may take a little while to get your food, it's worth it. We always order appetizers to hold us over until the course comes out. The drinks are great too and will have you singing to the music in no time. They are a small business so we keep that in mind. But they play music, have cool lights and decorations, so overall it's a great place to be. read more

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Great food. Have never eaten in the restaurant, but the takeout is always great. Customer service is amazing

EVERYTHING WAS AMAZING! Yes it requires all caps. It really was that great! I'll warn you, however, that this place is small so maybe getting reservations is a good idea. We did but I can tell you that I would have happily waited for a table at JesseJays. When I say that every single thing we ordered blew us away, it is not an exaggeration. Our table ordered the made-to-order guacamole, shrimp mofongo, a steak dish, kids chicken burrito and the Spanish Courdon Bleu sandwich. All delish. We also ordered the signature margarita, classic margarita and a mojito. Again all delish. But our favorite had to be the plantain beignets for dessert. We ordered an order which included three beignets....but then we had to order two more orders!!! You can read the story of JesseJay's owners, Jesse and Jayleen, on the menu but you can also see them in the restaurant doing the things. I even saw Jesse come out a few times to greet guests. It's truly a family-run, small business that I am happy to support over and over again. You can literally taste the love and hard work that they've put into opening this restaurant in the food that they serve! I absolutely recommend that you give JesseJays a try!! **apologies for not getting more photos but as more food came out, the more I forgot about my phone read more

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Fantastic Latin Experience in Churchton, MD! Great restaurant & wonderful, kind owners. Charming Latin style from the decor to the lighting and flags representing several Latin countries. We ordered the Pan Seared Shrimp Mofongo which was exceptional. For an appetizer we had the chips & guac as well as the Chispita Fries. YUM! The guac was chunky and fresh. The Chispita fries were addicting. For dessert we had the Plantain Beignets and the Red Velvet Churros. Both were delectable and melted in our mouths. We will certainly be back. Would recommend making reservations as tables fill fast Tues - Sun. read more

"Inspired" is an understatement! JesseJay's food is just plain great! I had the black bean soup and carnitas taco. Kay had the "smothered burrito" which was really enough to feed two! Chips and guac outstanding. The service excellent and the subtle suggestion on the menu to tip the kitchen was well deserved. We'll be back to try other menu items ASAP! read more

I have a love-hate relationship with Jessejay's. I've eaten their food multiple times, always takeout and never dine in. The food has always been delicious. The Cuban sandwich is my usual order and it is amazing. That's the love part. I can illustrate the hate part with my experience last night. I ordered two items online at 6:15. After I paid I learned my food would be ready in 85 to 90 minutes!!!!! I showed up at the the appropriate time and was told the order was not ready. I waited an additional 20 minutes. Finally, at 8:00 I received my order. Overall, 1 hour and 45 minutes elapsed between placing and receiving my order. This seems unreasonably long, especially when one doesn't realize how long the wait will be until after paying for the order. It was a Friday, and so I'm sure they were busy. But I can't imagine someone dining in the restaurant would be expected (much less willing) to wait 1 hour and 45 minutes to get their food. And so I'm not sure the love is sufficient to conquer the hate for me. And that's a little sad. read more

Amazing food and great service from Jennifer. I had a chicken taco and my husband had a Cubano sandwich. It was huge and better than the best one he ever had in Key West! read more

Great spot for street tacos and Margaritas! Outdoor seating is always nice. Ate too fast for pictures.

Disappointed. Long time customers and fans, we were happy to take our out of town friends to Jesse Jay's. Made a rez for 6:45, had dinner, two rounds of drinks, and at 7:45, the waitress offered us the dessert menu - we said yes please! Five minutes later she came back and said she was sorry, kitchen closed, no dessert. Then she went to another table where the folks had just arrived, and took their dinner order. When we asked her about it she said they ordered from the late night menu. Sorry, can't really understand how a bowl of ice cream is a bigger burden on the kitchen than a burrito. Didn't feel very hospitable. read more

This place is a delicious, hidden gem in Churchton, MD. Amazing food, great service, and yummy margaritas. Everything is flavorful, hot, and fresh. I highly recommend the margarita with Grand Marnier. We have been several times and everything has been fantastic. We love the tacos, the burrito, the nachos, the burger, chips and queso, everything! The chispita fries were not my favorite but nothing misses! Be sure to make a reservation. They get crowded! Hopefully they will be able to move to a larger space in the future. read more

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Listen. If I am willing to drive three and a half hours to eat at a restaurant because I remember it that fondly from the very first time I tried it, then it's a highly recommended restaurant for me. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Since my husband and I drove to Maryland on Wednesday night, I knew that I needed to get my JesseJay fix immediately and thank goodness they were open for take out orders. I went with my usual: Churrasco of course! The chimichurri sauce was perfect on such a perfectly made skirt steak. I also got the fried plantains and mexi-corn this time around and they were PERFECT. In case you missed it, I HIGHLY recommend trying JesseJay the next time you're in Deale, or in my case visiting Shady Side, and getting anything on the menu because you can't go wrong. Their online ordering is so user friendly as well and tells you what to expect for each meal. Now if I can get some plantains and mexi-corn on the way back to Virginia.... I'd be set. How to convince the husband....: read more

We love this place. It's a bit out of the way, but worth it. Portions are large. Food is always good. Outdoor area is great.

Love, Love, LOVE their food!! Always fail to take a picture because we're quick to eat it! Best Latin (Puerto Rican) food around. Mofongo and jesse's burgers are the best!! Worth it!! Best part the food truck comes to our neighborhood. read more

OMGoodness talk about 'mouth watering" food! If you are looking for top quality food, this is the BEST flavor in the area! read more

Jay’s Latin Kitchen - Pork dishes. - Latin American Near Me - Deale, Maryland

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Omg best service best food best drinks best atmosphere all around and yes we travel 35 miles to get there! Every time I go I leave soo full I want to eat it all! Also very clean place! And its adorable it's small they definitely need to expand the outside area they have the room to do! I love the music they play wish it was louder tho! Lol the staff is so friendly even when they are slammed busy they just keep smiling and do what they do! Jamie is awesome and another girl waited on us too I have forgotten her name but Jamie said she was awesome and she was! Apparently Jamie had been there all day and trying to get off but was staying to help them! customers kept rolling in! This place is a gold mine! I have never met owners but if I ever do I want to shake his hand for a great Job done! You just don't find restaurants anymore that care bout there customers anymore and you feel Special when you go there! I never had a bad meal or drink there! And the workers really care to make you happy! If I was 20 years younger I would love to work there! Lol but my waitress & bartender days are over! It's hard work and some customers need to totally be patient and nice to who is serving you cause they are there to serve you and wasn't for them you would still be waiting! Lol places are short handed and so is Jessy Jays but you would never know it! They got it down like clock work! Never miss a beat and for that I will continue to come back to give business to a well operated family business! Thanks to all who served us yesterday Nov 5, 2022 see ya all real soon!! read more

Who would've thought Shady Side would have an excellent Latin inspired kitchen! I'm glad we live so close! The place, the atmosphere is great, the food is excellent and good portions. I'm so thankful y'all are still operating and serving all of us during this time. We will be ordering again soon I'm sure. read more

Baby! let me tell you that roasted pork and red beans is what's it. Loved the Mexican corn and the smothered burrito made my 30 year old son weep, lol. Drinks were good. Family that owns it is so DOPE! Worth the drive for us coming from Arnold read more

Love, love, LOVE this place! Nachos and tacos are out of this world! Excellent service, the owners are cooking in the back and often come out to talk to the guests. Just a really cool place with delicious fresh ingredients at reasonable prices. I would suggest making a reservation if you plan to go Friday through Sunday since the dining area is pretty small. They do have an outdoor dining area though. read more

Evidently, we are the outliers with the reviews but I'm being 100% honest - I believe in writing reviews I'd want to read and know about. Stopped in 4 times now - never had what I'd call a 'great' meal - simply ok. Food was fresh but wait staff were overworked and extremely slow - I'm talking VERY slow. Everything I've gotten has not been hot...sometimes warm, sometimes not. Don't bother ordering any drink except what's on the menu - they can't do anything else. But, their margueritas were good, the jalepeno one actually had some heat. cudos there. So, I'm not a sugar coater and this is my honest review. Would I go there again even with it being the closest, local bar? Um...no. Better can be had. But, if you want to duck in for a drink, have at it. It's sufficient for that - as long as it's a margarita, beer, or wine! read more

If you're from Puerto Rico, you should come and try their Churrasco and Mofongo! Really delicious. Their outdoor bar made me feel like home with imported puerto rican beer and vodka (medalla light/Don Q). Highly recommend it. read more

We had the pulled pork nachos. It was huge. The pork was flavorful and not overcooked and not dry. We thought we were going to order something else but after we finished the nachos we were to full. Had margaritas also. Delicious. Also had hand sanitizer at the door for use on the way in and out. read more

Jay’s Latin Kitchen - Jesse Jay's - Latin American Near Me - Deale, Maryland

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First time here. Really great Street Taco's. Short rib ones were amazing! We will be back. read more

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I'm Puerto Rican and I'm always excited when I go to Latin inspired restaurants around the area! I tried the mofongo with steak, yuca, and tostones. Everything was very flavorful and delicious. I would say, unfortunately, a bit too salty (only reason why I'm not giving it 5 stars). I would love to come back and try other dishes! read more

Jay’s Latin Kitchen - Mofongo with steak and yuca - Latin American Near Me - Deale, Maryland

Delicious street tacos and Mexican-corn. My fave was fish tacos, but my mom and son had shrimp and chicken, which were also very tasty! Great ambiance and kind service. Amazing transformation of the old Swamp Circle Saloon! read more

Such amazing service!!! Jaime the bartender is the most amazing mixologist in South County!!! Love the owners and this place!! You won't be disappointed!! read more

It's delicious and pleasant atmosphere every time we go Happy to see a business friend take off and be successful read more

Good food, great location & very pleasant owners! Def a locals go to! Love the spicy pineapple margaritas! Atmosphere is nice as well!

They don't offer complimentary salsa and chips ???? Not what we would call a local business