Had takeout from here recently. The food traveled 40 minutes and it was still smackin! Our son is an apprentice dockworker and worked near here for one day. It was his day to provide dinner for the family so he decided to bring food home from Jerk'd. I had a brown stew chicken bowl which came with 3 sides. I chose roasted sweet potatoes, braised kale and collard greens and sweet plantains. Brown stew chicken was savory, lip smacking and finger licking good! Each side cooked to perfection. It may be a while before I eat here again because of the distance, but for one day it satisfied my hunger for Caribbean food. read more

We ventured here on Sunday for an early dinner. Unfortunately, after reading the overall generally good reviews from my fellow Yelpers we are sad to report that we could NOT complete our order. Once we entered the restaurant there were two staff members present. The food looked pretty decent but I immediately noticed that the person who assisted us did not have gloves on or anything covering his head. Plus, I noticed he touched his hair before he started to dish out the food. We thought that was strange as it is usually basic protocol for handling ready to eat food to prevent contamination. There are photos showing employees in this restaurant with head coverings and gloves on while serving food. Although we noticed that he did not have on gloves we did not make a fuss. However, once he started serving he had his left thumb down in the container and his left thumb started touching the vegetables we decided not complete our order. This needs to be corrected ASAP and remember to take precationary measures to return to the basics of cleanliness to prevent contamination. read more

While visiting someone at Hackensack Medical center, we checked out Jerk'd. It was affordable for a party of 5. They have a buffet style set up where you tell them what you want and they make your plate(s). We had Jerk'd ready bowls which comes with 1 protein and 3 sides. We also had a Salmon Pasta plate (not pictured). The chicken, salmon pasta and Mac n Cheese were very good. The other sides were ok. The staff was friendly and the place was very clean. The decor was cool and great music playing. read more

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Came here on a Friday afternoon, my friend suggested this spot like a month ago and finally made our way here. I really like jerk chicken so was looking forward to checking this spot out. Once you enter, they have a menu laid on the table near the register. The place is bright with a lot of natural sunlight coming thru the window. Similar to chipotle, you place your order with the person handling your meal before you pay. I ended up getting the jerk chicken bowl which comes with three sides. I ended up getting the collard greens, baked sweet potato and Mac and cheese (Mac and cheese cost extra). Had to wash it down with a bottle of Ting ($2.95). The jerk chicken was really good, and just a heads up the jerk sauce was a pretty spicy. My favorite side was the collard greens. It was a solid meal overall. They have daily specials but I'm coming here for the jerk chicken. I highly recommend this place if you're in the mood for Caribbean food. * Parking on premise but limited * Hand wash station outside bathroom read more

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Ordered white meat jerk chicken, which is an actual menu item, not a customization, with jasmine rice via uber eats. Received dark meat and peas and rice. I don't eat either which is why I didnt order it. If you're out of food, call and let the customer know or cancel the order instead of sending what you want to send and taking their money. This is why people have an issue with black owned restaurants - no regard for the customer. Never again. read more

When I visit I usually get one of their bowls however I wanted something different this time and went with the chicken roti. Lots of great flavor and a large portion with the soft, flaky roti to pick it up with. Mac & cheese is also very good however I wish it was creamier, just a tad too dry for my liking. Overall a winner of a meal. read more

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Love the curry goat dinner. The flavor and tenderness of the goat were perfect. The rice and peas, sweet plantains and the cabbage were excellent, too. It was so delicious that I could not take my hands off the fork long enough to take a picture. Just a lovely dinner after a long day at work. 5 out of 5. read more

Bright, lively atmosphere paired with fairly priced food! Gotta love it! Was greeted with a lovely smile to boot! Got the special BBQ Jerk Pork with two sides. I chose rice and peas and sweet plantains. Also pruchased a cornbread muffin because I'm a sucker for those. Wonderful heat on the Jerk Pork! The plantains were a perfect accomplishment to combat the heat. The rice and peas and cornbread left a lot to be desired. Both dry. I asked for butter for the cornbread but they said they didn't have any. Parking was around the corner and up the block if it matters. read more

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Service is top notch-the food server/cashier was patient and friendly. I got 2 bowls - jerked chicken and curried goat. It's good, but it's a bit pricey and I feel that there are better Jamaican spots not too far away read more

Jerk'D - Interior - Caribbean Near Me - Hackensack, New Jersey

Let me cut to the chase - They serve some pretty damn good Jamaican food here! We dropped in on a random Wednesday afternoon at 11:50 AM and, despite being located on a main road, it was fairly quiet, which is exactly how I like it when I arrive anywhere - pretttttttty much before the chaos starts. And yes it did get much busier 30 minutes after we arrived. We were greeted by an extremely friendly employee who explained to us how the food was served AND she even let us sample 3 different types of chicken! In all of the years that I've gone to a takeout style type of restaurant, I NEVERRRR was given the opportunity to actually sample the entree food ... NOT ONCE. Ultimately, my wife and I both ordered a Jerk'd Ready Bowl, which came with 1 protein + 3 sides. My wife ordered the Brown Stew Chicken + Steamed Cabbage, Braised Greens and Roasted Beats. I, on the other hand, ordered the Curry Chicken Boneless + Roasted Sweet Potato, Garlic Mashed Potato and Fried Sweet Plantains. The servings of the food were more than fair and it was ALLLLLLLLL absoluttttttely delicious. No complaints what so ever. The chicken for both the Stew and Curry were very tender. Both came with lots of sauce, which was perfect if we had ordered rice. The sides were excellent too - every single one of them. I have a Jamaican restaurant spot that I always frequent in Hackensack, but after coming to Jerk'D I think that's about to change big time. The food was fresh, plentiful and, most importantly, flavorful! read more

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Great customer service with freshly made food. The flavors are spot on, also art on the walls are cool. Will continue to go back. Only problem is the parking but food is too good not to go. read more

Food was excellent. Great flavor. Just the right amount of heat. Fresh ingredients. Restaurant was spotless. Cool decor. Very nice staff. If you're in the area and want some Caribbean food, this is an easy yes. read more

Jerk'D - Oxtail, greens, sweet potatoes, Cora -- Curries goat, peas & rice, roasted potatoes, greens. - Caribbean Near Me - Hackensack, New Jersey

Food had weird taste and did not taste Jamaican at all Mac n cheese was very mid at best read more

Jerk'D - Mac n cheese was lower than mid-yams were not it at all -no liquid of cinnamon flavor or juiciness at all -oxtails had weird flavor am - Caribbean Near Me - Hackensack, New Jersey

This place is a winner! I feel like it's a hidden gem and I hope it maintains its high quality of food. Generous portion of oxtail! I was highly impressed with the servers scoops but I was like yes girl! I am here for it. Pairs perfectly with the jasmine white rice. The mac and cheese is so homely and feels a hug. The greens were good but since I'm not a huge fan of bell peppers I didn't love that flavor coming through. However there are plenty of other sides to pick from and I'll be back to try them all. Clean restaurant, I think most ppl order delivery as we were the only ones eating in. Staff was nice, especially the girl who served us, wish I got her name. I would say based on the crowd coming in that this place is authentic in their food. read more

Jerk'D - White rice, oxtail, Mac and cheese and collard greens - Caribbean Near Me - Hackensack, New Jersey

Been wanting to check out this spot for a while since there aren't many Jamaican spots in the area. The appearance is clean and the staff was welcoming. Asking if we had been there before and provided recommendations . Jerk Chicken was a little dry but the jerk sauce elevates it. Oxtail with rice and peas , sweet potato and collard greens was a definite hit. I just think the meat portion was stingy, as there were mostly bones. It was quite tasty though. Their veggie patty isn't good at all, not sure what veggies are in there , no taste and crust is like cardboard. read more

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The oxtails were tough to eat. Not tender at all. I never once complained about the price of the food if the food is good; but this place charged me nearly 40 for some oxtails I couldn't even eat. I was hoping to have nice meal after work now I'm disappointed and still hungry! This place lost me as a customer. High prices for tough meat. I WON'T be spending a red cent here EVER AGAIN. I also called for a refund and they telling me to take pics. Like I'm lying. This place is a joke! Plz refrain from coming here. Saves you 40 bucks read more

Came again because this place is rapidly becoming our favorite "pre-flight carry-on". However I am having a moment of deep depression, because this time when we went, we did not see the tamarind BBQ pork on the menu. When I came here last year, it was the centerpiece of the experience. Look the rest of what we did order was amazing (Oxtail was A+ tender, Okra was so yum. Mac and Cheese was to die for. Jerk Chicken always good). But please bring back the tamarind bbq pork. Or at least may I please have the recipe it was that good. I'm about to go online and buy pimento wood and learn the art of smoking bbq just so that I can have it again. read more

Very nice customers service and spicy delicious food! The lady at the counter explained me all the dishes, since this is my first type trying this type of food. I chose the goat for ny main protein because I have tried before in other cuisines. It was so good! Soft and tender, spicy , very good! I recommend this place read more

I'd say this place is more of a 3.5, I rounded up. The food is out on display, as you walk in. You order and the food is served cafeteria style. There's several different types of meats and side dishes that you can choose from. I've been here on a couple of different occasions, so I've tried a few different types of meats and side dishes. I'd say the food overall is pretty decent and flavorful without being overbearing. The portion sizes are a bit on the smaller side and the combos are big pricey. read more

Jerk'D - Curry chicken., rice, mashed potatoes, and veggies - Caribbean Near Me - Hackensack, New Jersey

traditional restaurant carribean fast food with a homestyle taste level. the service is typical, a pleasant sever, and the other is just there to serve. no frills customer service. read more

Just traveled back from India and I wanted to eat something with Rice but not Indian Cuisine, and came across Jerk'D and they did not disappoint. Everything we got looked fresh and tasted GREAT. We tried Chicken and Goat, and both were cooked to perfection. Fresh juices were refreshing. Price is a little on the high end but their portions of meat is more than average, and for the taste, it's absolutely worth it. read more

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Jerk'd Modern Caribbean Kitchen is the very definition of a neighborhood gem. When I needed comfort food and a wholesome Sunday dinner, their menu did not disappoint! I treated myself to the Vegan Patties and a classic Oxtail dinner with Rice & Peas, sweet potato, and sautéed greens (a mix of kale and collards)--and everything was absolutely delicious. What took me by surprise were the vegan patties. They're seriously next level: the filling of lentil peas and spices is so rich and flavorful, it's beyond anything I could have expected. Words hardly do them justice--you simply have to try them yourself! Every meal I've had from Jerk'd has been fantastic, and I've never had a bad experience. They've even catered events for my team at Pantone, and people were genuinely raving about the food (even their spouses couldn't believe it was "just" work lunch catering!). Jerk'd consistently delivers bold flavors, hearty portions, and irresistible Caribbean comfort. I'm so excited to have this exceptional spot in the neighborhood--highly recommended for takeout, dinner, or your next catered event! read more

Ordered the brown stew chicken with rice and peas, greens and Mac n cheese. Rice and peas tasted so good, you can taste the coconut flavor popping through in the rice and peas! Fall off the bones meat in the brown stew chicken. Greens was flavor-full and Mac n' cheese was good too! My fave was the cod fritters, made to order...crunchy on the outside soft on the inside, actual salted cod used to make these fritters. Unfortunate they did not have their ranch onion dip to go with. read more

Jerk'D - Brown stew chicken w. Rice and peas, Mac n' cheese and greens - Caribbean Near Me - Hackensack, New Jersey

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Easily my favorite Caribbean restaurant in the area! Fresh menu items always perfectly cooked with just the right amount of seasoning has made this our go to spot for curried goat! read more

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Looking for amazing Jamaican food but don't want to travel ? Look no further because nestled in the heart of Hackensack is this true Jamaican hidden gem! Get the soursoup lemonade to cool off from the heat ! The jerk wings were amazing and so was the greens and the mac & cheese! The staff was friendly, and I was definitely Vibin to the music. read more

Someone recommended this restaurant to me and I wanted to check it out. I called in my order of the curry chicken with rice and peas, cabbage, and pickled banana. When I arrived I parked nearby. I walked into this cute restaurant. I told the lady my name and she had my food ready. I paid and left. When I dug in, it was very good. The chicken was savory and very well flavored. The food was very filling. It was affordable and I really enjoyed it. read more

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Phenomenon food. It's definitely more of a lunch spot. Walk up to counter & order. Food prepared from buffet style prep. Had to get extra to bring home! Will be back for sure!!! read more

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The vibes of the store was fantastic Service was great Food was salty I paid $40 for oxtail bowl with rice and peas, Mac and cheese, plantains, paired with a pineapple D&G soda. I kid you not I got literally 3 pieces of of oxtail that wasn't even that good, I ate the rice which was the only good thing on the plate. The Mac and cheese was disgusting. Why would I go here when I can go to golden krust for a cheaper price and better quality food. read more

Food: 7/10 Customer service: 10/10 Price point: 7/10 Parking: 7/10 I went for lunch with a co-worker of mine. She had eaten here before and liked the food. The person who waited on us was very nice. The restaurant had a cool ambiance and appeared very clean. The food was good, and I particularly favored the soup over everything else. And they do have 30% of the soup after 5pm. Would I go here again, yes! read more

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I absolutely love the food at Jerk'D Jamaican restaurant in Hackensack, especially their salmon bowl! The flavors are rich and authentic, truly capturing the essence of Jamaican cuisine. However, it's worth mentioning that dining or take out here can be quite pricey, so I can only afford to indulge once every three months or once a quarter. If you're willing to splurge a bit for delicious Jamaican fare, it's definitely worth the occasional treat. Oh I almost forgot to mention not only is the salmon bowl delicious but all bowls comes quite generous with three sides included. This adds even more value to the meal, making it a satisfying and flavorful experience, despite the higher price point. read more

$29 for four pieces of oxtail?!! Tastes good but the price for what you get is outrageous. Plus one fork and one straw for two meals and three drinks? You can do better man when I'm spending $70+ on lunch. read more

Had the stewed chicken, rice and sweet potato wow top notch flavor was outstanding! Try the Cod fritters as well out of this world great

I'm no expert on Jamaican or other Caribbean cuisine, but I do know good food and service! Jerk'D had great food, generous portions, friendly service. The server even let me try the oxtail before deciding if I wanted oxtail or goat. Very nice of him. I chose the goat. It was tender and spicy and had great flavor, maybe a touch too much salt, but I didn't mind it too much. Delish!!! read more

Jerk'D - Curry goat, mashed potatoes, collard greens, and cabbage - Caribbean Near Me - Hackensack, New Jersey

Got the oxtail, collard greens, rice and peas and Mac and cheese. Everything was so salty! Pricey but mediocre portions. Couldn't finish the collard greens, too salty. Tiny portion of Mac and cheese was the best. Oxtail was salty but tasty and somewhat tender. read more

I love Jamaican food. So whenever a new Jamaican restaurant pops up in my neighborhood, I gotta try it out. Unfortunately for Jerk'D, it did not live up to expectations. I got a jerk chicken, brown stew chicken, and braised oxtail. The best one of the three was the oxtail. The meat was tender and flavorful. The sauce went great with the rice & peas. The chicken was not nearly as good. The stew chicken was very dry and not tender at all. The jerk chicken was a little better but again, too dry. Another negative is the portion size. At most other Jamaican restaurants, I'm always impressed by how generous portion sizes are relative to the price. Not so here. The ox tail was $15 and there were FOUR pieces of oxtails in the bowl. The jerk chicken was $10 and had one drumstick and two smaller pieces of chicken. That is ridiculously stingy for how much I'm paying. I don't see myself coming back, especially since there are better options around and I certainly would not recommend it either for anyone looking for good Jamaican food. read more

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Tried this on a whim through delivery. I'm not sure if I got old food or what, but it was the worst oxtails I've ever tried . There was no flavor in the oxtails, rice & peas or cabbage. I was so disappointed. I have Jamaican roots, so maybe I was expecting too much, but this one didn't work out for us. Looks good, tastes like nothing. read more

Jerk'D - Oxtails - Caribbean Near Me - Hackensack, New Jersey

Went here to pick up lunch yesterday, I got curry goat with 3 sides, Rice and peas, okra, and Mac n cheese, Food was very good but portions are very small, I asked for a lil extra curry goat (spoonful) and she made me pay for a side of curry, I'm not complaining but they're using the smallest containers I've ever seen for Takeout food lol! Overall I didn't have a bad experience but I was disappointed to find out they don't sell beef/chicken patties... read more

Caribbean gem that will please all your taste buds! This place is just what we needed in Hackensack. Hip, modern, tasty, and authentic. Different from all the places that surround it and a great option for when you want some comfort food. Clean decor where you can sit and enjoy your food, and a beautiful Jamaican inspired mural on one side of the wall. For it being the first day of opening it went very smooth and my food came out very quick. The menu has many options (including vegan) and this visit I opted for curry chicken with sides of sweet potato and jasmine rice. They also have a nice selection of drinks and desserts, and I went with the passion fruit shake. The portions are a nice size and I even had a lot left over to save for later. Definitely looking forward to my next visit. read more

Jerk'D - Curry chicken with jasmine rice and sweet potato, passion fruit punch. - Caribbean Near Me - Hackensack, New Jersey

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Salmon pasta needs some updating, revisions, new recipe. I called to inquire how this is made and who answered stated it was Rasta pasta with salmon 1. The tiniest pieces of salmon were in the pasta and barely seen 2. Definitely was not Rasta pasta more like cheese sauce 3. Not spicy at all 4. Don't order this at all! Save your money They missed the mark on this one! read more

Jerk'D - Salmon Pasta - Caribbean Near Me - Hackensack, New Jersey

I've decided to try out a restaurant several times before putting a review on Yelp. Thus, this is an aggregate view of my experiences here. I think as far as Jamaican cuisine goes, it is average fare that sometimes hit the spot and other times leaves you wanting more. I wouldn't call any of these dishes authentically Jamaican per se, but close. For instance, the soups, while good, are not as authentic as you would find at other jamaican spots. I do think the rice and peas + oxtail are their highlights. The service comes off as polite, but there is sometimes an energy from one worker in particular..where it feels like he doesn't want to be there or you're adding to his stress by ordering. I know work in general can be stressful, but one shouldn't have customers spend money in an establishment and feel like a bother. I know it's a running joke that jamaican food isn't good without a side of attitude lol-- so maybe that will appeal to you. Anyway...you'll find things here to eat, just adjust your expectations and realize that you're not getting the 100% authentic Jamaican experience in flavor...[if you know you know!] read more