A Jamaican establishment that's managed to turn island cuisine into an episode of "Survivor:…read moreRestaurant Edition." As someone who drew their first breath to the rhythm of reggae and the scent of scotch bonnet peppers, I felt compelled to give this spot a second chance after years of passing by - a decision I now rank somewhere between getting bangs and investing in cryptocurrency. The food exists in that peculiar culinary limbo between "not quite terrible" and "definitely not good" - imagine if your grandmother's leftovers had their own leftovers, then decided to start a food truck. It's the kind of fare one might consume at 3 AM after a night out, when even a microwaved sock might seem appetizing with enough jerk sauce While I appreciate their valiant attempt at hygiene with signs warning patrons not to conduct impromptu taste tests or deliver soliloquies over the steam trays, the real theater begins at checkout. Picture this: you've filled your container, feeling rather pleased with your selections, only to discover their unique "pricing algorithm." The cashier performs what can only be described as a CSI-level investigation of your container's contents, weighing and scrutinizing it like a customs agent who's had too much coffee. The piece de resistance? You might walk in expecting to pay for a simple weighted portion but end up financing what feels like a down payment on a small island nation - all because you dared to take half a fish instead of committing to the whole aquatic enterprise. At $40 for less than a pound of food, you're not just paying for dinner; you're investing in what might be Jamaica's most ambitious economic recovery program. Suffice it to say, my wallet and I have decided to consciously uncouple from Code 1414. As we say in Jamaica, "mi done wit dat" - or in food critic speak, "I shall take my culinary adventures elsewhere, where my bank account isn't treated like a lottery winning."

The food was not good. I ordered some pasta and jerk wings. The pasta tasted over cooked. The…read morechicken was under seasoned and undercooked. I did not enjoy the meal at all. I'm beginning to feel nauseated. I actually didn't finish eating my meal. I don't think I will be ordering from here again.

This place was great friendly and fast service. Extra plus for having beef bacon. The waffles were…read moretasty and the strawberries were fresh. My friend enjoyed their eggs and pancakes. I would definitely be back to try more. Everyone in the area seems to love this place. Also, it was a relaxing place to sit in and enjoy a quick bite. So if you feel like dining in solo I would recommend as well.

We were looking for a good breakfast after a night out that wasn't too pricey and stumbled upon…read moreMary's. While they have all the traditional breakfast fare, I was so happy to see it also had a Caribbean twist to it. I couldn't help myself--I had to order rice and beans with pernil (pork shoulder) and a side of sweet plantains. Of course, I wanted some actual breakfast items, so we got the French toast loaded with fruit. We also got both the tres and quatro golpes, which is a traditional Dominican breakfast. Lastly, we got a Caribbean omelet. My rice and pernil was solid. The rice could've used a tad bit more seasoning but when mixed with the side of beans and plantains plus a drizzle of hot sauce it was perfect. They had a variety of sauces--Tabasco (my fave), a Jamaican one that was super spicy, and a mild homemade one. The tres/quatro golpes was also a hearty choice with mangu (mashed plantain), sausage, fried cheese, and eggs. The pickled red onion balanced everything out. The fried cheese is similar to a halloumi but I think it's a bit more flavorful. All the flavors just melt together in your mouth perfectly. The French toast and omelet were good. I'd say the Caribbean items stole the show though. The place has a typical diner vibe and is on the small side. Food was served quickly and service was good. Discount if you pay in cash. I will be coming back to try their Cuban!!

I stopped here quickly to try out a few things! Their bake & salt fish is everything! The service…read moreis fast and the staff is extra friendly! I picked up a little bit of some baked goods and two patties as well! I'm definitely returning for more baked goods! It's a little shop so you just get your items and head on out.

O5/10/23: Stopped in as I was in the neighborhood. As I'm not close to Allan's I saw they have…read morecurrent rolls so decided to try. Of course $20+ later I have current rolls, oxtail Roti and saltfish pie. Small interior, friendly staff and various carriben bakery items to choose from. Saltfish pie..basically similar to an empanada. Very spicy a bit salty but I thoroughly enjoyed. Oxtail Roti. He asked if I wanted spicy I said yes. However, at home ready to partake was not spicy at all. Oxtail, wasn't a fan of the taste. It didn't taste bad but there wasn't any wow factor. Also I think it has to do with the seasoning. Each island although we basically cook the same things the seasoning tend to differ. This was very apparent I think this was a trini spot. Would I get it again, probably not, but I am open to try others like the shrimp and definitely the saltfish pie Currant Roll: sorry but Allan's is still the top. But if I can't get to Allan's Royal is good alternative. Moist , flaky not overly sweet. It was enjoyable. I would return to try other options.

Jenny's Coffee Shop has been around for years and never disappoints!…read more Food: always fresh from breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The food is Spanish American moreso heavily on the Spanish side. Very delicious, prepared freshly, tasty, and my goodness filled of flavor. I can't express how great the food is and cooked with love daily. Service: I completely honest when I say the service is always amazing with smiles, jokes, and very upbeat. Especially when your a regular everyone comes and speak and provides a sense of warmth and calm. Ambiance: there's space to sit and eat roughly about five tables. The food is open and visible to see clear. The area is very clean and spacious!

I had high hopes, but unfortunately, the pernil was so dry it required a doggy box. Also pretty…read morebland. And for the price, about $14, for a plate of it with rice and beans, not a good deal. Rice and beans were okay and their house made salsa picante is pretty good. Everyone was very nice though.

Lately, we've been in the mood for Jamaican patties but have been struggling to find them. We…read morewalked through Prospect Heights today and spied Caribbean Sweets and made a bee line for the entrance. The space is small (no indoor seating) but the lineup of food looks delicious and extensive. Unfortunately, we'd just had lunch but we got one spinach patty and one beef patty. Suffice it to say that the spinach patty was absolutely delicious. The spinach had a mild heat and was perfectly seasoned, and the crust was both flavorful and tender. (The wife got the beef patty and has charged more self-control than I was capable of, so I can't report on that one yet.) Wish I'd gotten more of the spinach patties because they were that good. Each patty was $4, which was a little steep, but that's the new normal with prices.

I saw this on a too good to go meal option on the app for $6. My friend has never tried Caribbean…read morefood so I was excited to take her. I was very pleasantly surprised. We got jerk chicken, some veggies and noodles. The noodles had a strong kick to it with its red peppers and spices. Even though we got it close to closing time, the jerk was very nice and tender. It could have used a bit more jerk sauce but it was still really good. It had a strong grilled flavor to it

Food is bad. No real cook. She quit... They raised the prices and made the plates smaller…read more.. Loosing customers fast.

Bread was molded just wanna make sure they don't sell to anyone else. Otherwise food is delicious.read more

Friendly workers here especially the lady in the kitchen! The guy in front always try to upsell but…read morehe is nice too. Food offerings are pretty vast but consist mostly of fast food take-out options. Been here three times and I can tell you the quick take-out bite options are a hit and miss. The cheese fried dough empanada was a bit too fried on one side and the cheese wasn't a typical Venezuelan cheese but tasted like a subpar mozzarella cheese. I wouldn't order this again. The arepas here are the fried kinds and if you get them fresh they should be good. However the star of anything here will have to be the actual meals you can order - not the quick bite items. We've had great soups here and they have good specials at times. This place is doesn't really have much seating and is more of a take-out counter service.

While working in Brooklyn, NY, I was looking for a Colombian spot to have lunch in Brooklyn, NY,…read more"Arepa's Latin Food" was one of the results. Now this place is VENEZUELAN. Both Colombians and Venezuelans have Arepas. Both are very good but also very different. Arepa's Latin Food has a killer, unbeatable breakfast AND lunch special. Everything is home cooked. And their lunch special is only $9.00. YUP. THATS RIGHT. JUST $9.00. For that price you get a small bowl of soup. Usually chicken or beef. Then they give you the entree. This is usually chicken, beef or some other protein. This comes with rice, beans, salad AND Maduros. I DEFY YOU TO BEAT THIS DEAL. Great deal for the neighborhood. Terrific little place making an actual difference in the neighborhood. Feeding good, home cooked food to the neighborhood.

I don't really like the food there are a lot of rats and the place is not very interestingread more

When they say "It's a vibe", it's a vibe…read more Walking in to Mamacita's Comida automatically gives you a warm and inviting feeling. The restaurant is family owned and operated, with the head Mama, Nina, as the chef. The décor is simple, beautiful and all around makes you feel at home. Let's talk about the star of the show - THE FOOD. Oh my God! Upon first glance, one would expect this to be a regular Spanish restaurant, but what a surprise. This Spanish Chinese fusion menu will literally have you SCREAMING when you taste it. Surprising, unbelievable and all around truly savory. The mushrooms and Bok Choy are unlike anything that you have ever had before. Do yourself the favor and try it. If you are looking for a beautiful, intimate place to make memories and eat incredible food, this is your spot. If you aren't ready to go out - no worries there - Mamacita's delivers. You can find them on Door Dash, Seamless and Grubhub. Bien provecho!