The food at this place is great, and the portions are not stingy! I ordered a small curried…read morechicken, and they really filled up the small container to the BRIM with multiple chicken pieces, plus rice, vegetables and extra curry sauce. I'm definitely going to come back to try the jerk chicken and other stuff.

I placed an order for delivery of course it was slow coming and it was wrong. I ordered a shrimp…read moresalad with a side of chicken. Instead of a side of jerk I got a small bit in the salad with the shrimp. And they gave us egg rolls which we did not order. All the food was ok the chicken was not jerked enough for me but ok. I may try again but I would probably due pick up so I can check the order is correct

Something about Caribbean food when the winter weather's frigid sounds dandy to me. Guess if you…read morecan't be somewhere tropical, eating tropical cuisine sure helps. Enter The Islands. It was sort of an odd time so the spacious restaurant wasn't very busy. We studied the menu for too long and after much deliberation, here's what we ordered, in order of spice level: - Oxtail ($35): Not spicy, super flavorful, "Trimmed and sliced chunks of oxtail seasoned freely with fresh spices and simmered to tender perfection." - Curry goat ($29): Mildly spicy, "Goat meat marinated and cooked in curry spices and herbs makes this an exotic dish." - Jerk chicken ($20): Apparently incredibly spicy so I steered clear of it, "A Jamaican delight. Spicy, delicious chicken baked with this unique combination of spices from the island." The dishes I could handle were excellent, with no drop of sauce left unmopped. On the sides front, the rice and beans, roti, steamed vegetables, and plantains were all tasty. The entree sizes were hearty. Our server seemed like a cool dude: easygoing with a sense of humor. It was kind of chilly in the restaurant, not sure if we were in a warmth dead zone or what. The bathroom was frog-themed which was a cute touch!

"Deep in Brooklyn, hides the Caribbean"…read more Came here on sleepy Tuesday. Not many people in the restaurant but lots of take out going on. The friendly one woman staff helped seat us, recommend the dishes, made the drinks, prepped and served the food. It was all tasty. What's to cheer - Nice not to too sweet homemade rum punch - Solid, flavorful oxtail. Very island spiced and cooked well - Goat was also really strong - Reasonable prices - service with personality What's to jeer - they were out of the jerk chicken unfortunately which I really wanted to try - place is pretty low key and not swimming with ambience

I will start by saying I love the ambiance of Kokomo. Staff here is always friendly and music is…read morealways great during service and after hours. Food took entirely too long to come out. 40 minutes for an appetizer is crazy... Once they arrived, they were all tasty. I wish I took photos of the food. We ordered the curry crab gyoza which was so flavorful and the ackee and saltfish shumai. The oxtail flatbread is very large and lots of meat. They don't skimp out. Biang biang Rasta noodles is served with oyster mushrooms (so good) and peppers. I added shrimp to mine. Very tasty and filling. But keep in mind that the noodles are not penne and they are I think fettuccine They must do better on their serving time. The restaurant was crowded. But it would be nice to have the expectation set that there will be a long wait.

Went here for brunch with friends because the vibes looked great and reviews were solid. We had a…read morereservation right when they opened, but they were running about 20 minutes late -- not the best start. Once seated though, the space is beautiful. We were in a sunlit room and it really set the mood. Our server was great, and we ordered family-style. Just a heads up, they have a separate "Sunday drunch" menu so options are a bit limited. For apps, we got the curry crab gyoza which was a very small portion (6/10) and the roasted mushroom truffle flatbread which was the highlight of the meal (8.5/10). For mains, we tried the biang biang Rasta noodles with salmon (6/10) and the sofrino roasted chicken (5/10). Both were a bit underwhelming. I've heard their drinks are great but we didn't try any. Food-wise, I was a little disappointed, but still had a great time catching up with friends.

Really yummy food. Great service! And such a lovely Caribbean vibe. I highly recommend the dinner…read morefor two option. There's a great amount of food and everything is presented so beautifully. The oxtail was everyone's favorite. Cooked to perfection. Melt in your mouth. The curry goat was finished first so that'll give you an idea of how delicious it is. The fritters were a great app and pumpkin soup was delicious too.

We were craving Caribbean food and I've been curious about trying this spot out for a while so when…read moremy husband suggested it was an easy Yes! I had their passion fruit lemonade which was refreshing and not overly sweet. For my entree I ordered their oxtails and rice and peas on the side. Their oxtails were cooked perfectly, the meat was falling off the bones. I would like it to be a bit more spicy and some more Lima bean but maybe thats just my own preference. When I asked for some spice the server brought us some pepper sauce which was exactly what I needed! My sister tried their jerk wings and mac and cheese. Their Mac and cheese is WOW. Definitely recommend! I didn't try their wings but I tried the sauce that comes with the wings and it had a lovely kick to it. For dessert we shared the Plantain Paradise and the ice cream paired so great with the plantains. It was vanilla ice cream but didn't taste like regular vanilla ice cream.. it had a nice rich texture . Service was great, the music was nice and although it was a bit cold in there they had a blanket per table which I thought was a cool concept.

The moment we walked in, I knew we were in for an amazing culinary experience. It was my birthday…read moreweekend, and we were in New York for an extended stay. For my hubby, Brooklyn is home - and we always love exploring the new places the city has to offer when we visit. We had reservations, and were seated within 10 minutes, which was reasonable. The place was packed - everyone was in high spirits, and I was ready to taste some of the best Caribbean cuisine in the region. My hubby's best friend - a Brooklyn resident, joined us. He had been to the restaurant a few times - and had good things to say. We were not disappointed. I had the Brown Stew Red Snapper - *chef's kiss*. Hubby had the iconic Jerk Oxtail over Macaroni & Cheese Pie! The English language cannot convey the beauty of that combination! Tender, tender oxtail, falling off the bone with the creamy, cheesy mac & cheese! He wanted to savor that dish another day, so he got a to-go bag and took it back to the hotel! (I couldn't help but clean my plate - I was obsessed with the fish!) Our friend enjoyed the Hennessy Fried Shrimp (not pictured) - one of his favorite dishes at the restaurant. It looked delicious as well. For drinks, I had the Bob Marley cocktail. A colorful drink - flavorful - and effective! There were people celebrating their birthdays throughout the night - and the wait staff goes IN! I was enjoying watching at least 10 people receive the Stevie Wonder "Happy Birthday" song while we were there. Imagine my surprise when it was my turn! My birthday was the day before, and we had already celebrated in Manhattan. Having two special recognition events made the evening that much more special! Shout out to the Simpson crew who came with the song, the rhythm, the sparkling cake, and the good vibes! My 70th birthday was exceptional - without a doubt. The Simpson added the touch I needed. We'll definitely go back next time we're in Brooklyn!

Initial walk in, the greeting was prompt and warm. We were seated quickly and received water after…read morea short wait. I asked for bottled still water, but the staff member didn't know what they offered, so I decided to wait. Our server came over for drink orders and she was very warm and kind. She took our full order at once. I asked again about bottled water and she confirmed they had Voss, which was perfect. I requested ice on the side. When the water still did not come, I asked a third time. At that point, she told me they only had sparkling water. Ma'am... were you ever going to tell me? Or was I supposed to just sit there guessing and waiting? I was two seconds from going to grab a bottle out of my car. Food: * Cod fish fritters (appetizer): very good, and the aioli really elevated the flavor * Brown stew snapper with veggies, rice and beans, and mac and cheese: the snapper itself was flavorful but not hot, which was disappointing. The veggies lacked seasoning, and the mac and cheese tasted like plain noodles with cheese * Oxtails (my mom): she loved them, but they were just okay to me * Chicken and waffles (my husband): he enjoyed it * Fresh fruit punch: absolutely delicious Service: This is where things went downhill. After the initial interaction, I had to constantly look for our server or any staff member whenever I needed something. Not once did anyone check in to ask if we needed anything or how everything was. That level of inattentiveness is unacceptable. I was extremely annoyed. This is not the experience I expected based on reviews, but then I realized something important. Google and Yelp reviews are very different. Yelp reviewers tend to be more honest and consistent, and I should have listened. Final Thoughts: Traveling all the way from Boston for this experience was a letdown. Between having to chase service and inconsistent food quality, it simply was not worth it. If it were not for how I was raised, the tip would have been 10 percent, and even that would have been forced. Simpson's needs to either hire more staff or seriously retrain their team on customer service. Bostonians: it is not worth the trip.

My guy loves this place and has been going since he was a kid, so every time we're back in the city…read moreit's a must. The chicken is always super flavorful and the prices are very reasonable. Definitely a go-to spot for us!

First of all, they don't grill the chicken they put on top of inside commercial stove If you…read moredon't see a grill outside it's not jerk chicken. Haven't eaten in a long time. The price is phenomenal pricey for that spot hole in wall s. The line was long, but it went quickly. The place is old. Nothing updating like a shaggy shack in Jamaica. jerk sauce I could've bought it from the supermarket.Taste better. Fish was kind of dry The onions and peppers was not nothing spectacular when I go back again. No, I think I could do a better job myself.

Lunch pick up around 1 a.m. ish. Was welcomely greeted when…read moreI walked in to this small yet cozy eatery. I ordered a large Just (Jerk) Chicken with extra sauce. Escovitch fish meal which came with plantains, rice and peas, and spinach. Everything was still warm and tasty when I arrived home. The order was packaged nicely. Definitely, nice portions for the prices. Place is clean. Staff is friendly, informative, and service was amazing. It takes about 10 minutes for the fish since they make it to order. I will soon be back and may have them do some catering orders for me( usually order from the location on flatbush). Pop in if you ever get in the area and want some hot warming food.

Nice spot serving traditional Jamaican dishes. I know the other restaurants in Brooklyn, but this…read morewas my first time visiting this particular one. Upon arrival the restaurant is very clean, and the service was fast. There is a dine in area as well. The woman who took my order was very patient , and personable. I ordered a brown stew fish, cabbage and 3 small soups. Everything came out to about $49. The chicken soup was very good . The cabbage was also very good. The fish on the other hand was very salty and not worth the $20 charge (fish with no sides). I get it the area etc etc but for the price the food should be top notch. The other establishments are much better. Would I return.....I don't think so .

I am still thinking about this food. It was so good, flavorful and fresh. We cleared those plates…read more We were full, but not sluggish at all..just completely satisfied. This is an intimate and cozy space, great to sit and talk without the noise of a loud space. Music was played, but not obnoxious and there is a tv. Service was great, food was tasty, no complaints at all! Quick heads up, this is a cash only spot, but so worth it. Will definitely be back!

I went to FlamingoBABY sometime this summer and I will say the food is so good. My only concern was…read morethe wait for a table as it is a small space. Luckily, we were sat against the wall so we weren't on top of other patrons, but it can be crowded if you plan on having a party of 4+. I'm not sure if they take reservations, but even when they opened, there was a huge line and they had a queue where you gave them your name and number. Hoping the business can expand because they definitely can do great things with a bigger space.

The OXTAIL GRILLED CHEESE! If you haven't had it, welp, too bad for you. It's so delicious, my 9…read moreyear old more than agrees. Also ordered a their whole rotisserie chicken and 3 sides to take home to the family. The chicken was delicious and moist. Coconut corn had a nice spicy kick. Fries were your standard waffle fries, pretty good. Ordered my partner there mushroom dish and a side of the broccoli, he loved it. Service was top notch.

Yes, the food really is that good. It's a little pricey, but worth it. It's VERY heavy and filling…read more The oxtail grilled cheese is rich, buttery, and honestly heavy enough to split -- I never finish the whole thing. The oxtail leans a bit sweet, so if you're more into savory or spicy, just keep that in mind. The mac and cheese is a solid portion, super creamy with a slight kick, and they were making it fresh when I got there. Staff is generally friendly, but this time the guy calling orders had a bit of an attitude -- kind of short with some people (myself included), but noticeably nicer to others, mostly women, which felt a little off. Still, the food is top tier. If you're hitting DeKalb Market and only picking one spot, make it this one.

Haven't been here in years so I decided to stop in when the restaurant across the street couldn't…read moreget it together. Thankfully sugarcane held us down. Service was ok but food, drinks and vibes were great. I had the Jambalasee salmon and it was delicious omg. The macaroni pie and cabbage was good too. My sorrel pina colada was tasty and strong. Open air so it was a little sticky inside but manageable. Really only two waiters and they also were working the door so I gave them some grace.

It's been YEARS since I've been to SugarCane. It looks really nice but you still have will have…read morelike youre on-top of folks as they walk by your table z but it's not fault of the establishment - they are trying to accommodate the folks that come and try their food. I sat at the bar w/a friend - the service was a bit slow - the bar seating was full BUT there were enough bartenders behind the bar to not have you waiting for a drink. Granted, when the bartender did take our order, the drink(s) were good. I got one of their sorrell drinks and my friend has a Captin Morgan & Gingerale