Had the pleasure of dining at Mango Bay last night. I had been looking forward to visiting since the transition from the previous restaurant at that location. I thoroughly enjoyed the food. The menu was both creative and authentic. The dishes preserved many African and Caribbean ingredients and flavors but transformed them into new takes on traditional classics. I especially enjoyed the Caesar salad with jerk prawns, the lamb shank, and the jollof rice. The only critique I have is the ambiance. We had the misfortune of sitting near a table of 7 who were engaged in a lively and unreasonably loud conversation that frankly disrupted the vibe. Every other table in the vicinity was clearly annoyed. One pair arrived and requested to be moved after hearing how much noise that table was making. When we asked the server to ask them to keep it down, he understandably declined saying that he would have to ask the manager to do that. The manager never came and the boisterous crowd table continued until we left. All the visual cues of the restaurant signaled that a certain level of decorum was practiced and expected , but ultimately it wasn't upheld. I wish the restaurant staff was more attuned to the experience of the guests and made an attempt to align high quality cuisine the with the ambiance. read more

Mango Bay in Brooklyn is a personal favorite of mine and never disappoints. The interior is absolutely gorgeous and feels very homey at the same time. It has an upscale vibe, but still feels warm, inviting, and relatable rather than stuffy. The servers were super knowledgeable of the menu and really helped us make our decisions. I'm known to ask someone's favorite and then not order it, but we listened to the recs and they were all spot on. The food was a complete hit across the board. There were four of us, and we ordered the oxtail, pepper shrimp, akee and saltfish egg rolls, jerk chicken Caesar salad, goat puff pastry, and the mussels. Every dish delivered. I did not get to taste the mussels because my friend went completely silent and cleared the bowl so fast that I never stood a chance, which honestly says enough on its own. The standout dish for me was the goat puff pastry. I typically do not enjoy goat dishes, so I was genuinely shocked by how much I loved it. The flavor reminded me of the oxtail and was incredibly rich and satisfying. The jerk chicken Caesar salad was also amazing. The jerk had a nice kick without being overwhelming, and the balance of sauce and dressing was perfect. The biggest surprise for me was the akee and saltfish egg rolls. I have tried akee and saltfish several times before and never liked it, but these completely changed my mind. They were delicious. I would absolutely return to Mango Bay and recommend it without hesitation. read more

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This place was actually really refreshing to visit. It's an upscale-ish Jamaican restaurant, serving traditional Jamaican food with a twist. Me and my friends ordered the ackee and saltfish eggrolls, the oxtail curry, and the shrimp. The eggrolls were phenomenal. It really was a cool Jamaican/Asian fusion dish. I think the oxtail could use a little bit of work. It definitely more sweet than savory. I also wish that the oxtail had more meat than bones. The ambience is very trendy. They do have an upstairs, with a really nice spiral staircase going up. Our waitress and hostess were great. All in all, this is a solid place to get some drinks and dinner. It's nothing out of this world, but with a couple of girlfriends or for date night, this could definitely be an option. read more

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I've had Mango Bay on my list for so long, but the operation hours never align with my random schedule. Sad to say, I was very underwhelmed with most of my experience. I was attending a birthday dinner, got there early and was seated at the bar. I sat there for 15 minutes before either one of the men said anything to me, yet, they both looked at me several times. One of them was in and out of the back, but stopped, asked if the other guy had greeted me, and then he politely took my order. For the party, they had a prefix menu, with only 2 appetizer choices and 3 entrees. The food was just ok. The Saltfish Eggrolls were better tasting than I thought they would be. For my entree I had Escovitch Salmon, which I didn't really care for. The mocktails I had weren't a hit either. They didn't offer dessert with the prefix. The waiter that we had wasn't friendly. As he was taking orders, I motioned to ask him a question and he put his finger up at me, which I felt was very rude. They asked him to take a group picture and he brushed them off, and the lady who was initially greeting at the door, was walking past and kindly took the picture. Otherwise, the restaurant itself is nice, they have a beautiful spiral staircase that's like the staple piece. I didn't go upstairs to see the layout but the restaurant is nice. I know that you get different experiences with each visit, however, it not a must that I return. read more

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I was hyped to try Mango Bay...each time I wanted to go i could not get a reservation. I was lucky to just randomly check and a friday night reservation was available. The staff was so attentive. From the host to the bartender to the waitstaff. Also. Very knowledgeable about the menu..thats rare nowadays. Unfortunately, my food was just ok.... I ordered the branzino however they were all out. Ugh We tried the ackee and saltfish egg rolls. These were cool however the pepper jack overpowered the flavor of the calaloo and saltfish. I ordered the pepper shrimp as a main. The dish came out room tempature, the dumplings were tight and hard and the sauce was more smoky than spicy. I opted for the salmon instead. The salmon was nicely plated, hot and flavorful. We also tried the lamb shanks with sweet potato mash..again the food temperatures were off. Our lamb was hot but mash room tempature. The sweet potato mash good of had a bit more sweetness. However the lamp was flavorful and tender. We ordered a side of saffron potatoes and sweet plantains...these were the highlights for the nite. The drinks and cocktails were really good..I would go back for the vibe and appetizers. read more

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Uh uh this place is definitely over hyped. Beautiful ambiance and good music. Bar service was attentive but once we sat down our server basically forgot about us. My drink was delicious, after that was the fries omg best thing I had all night and after that was the burger. But hard to mess that up. Everything else we could've skipped. The curry goat puff pastry lacked flavor and was not a true curry. The pepper shrimp were so oily and lacked flavor as well. read more

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My friend and I ordered the Burger, Scallops, Oxtail, and the Johnny Cakes with Pepper Shrimp. The Johnny cakes were dry and the shrimp wasn't spicy. We were both disappointed. I'd give the dish maybe a 3/10. The Oxtail was fine. Nothing amazing. I loved the Scallops and Burger with fries. Those were delicious and I'd go back for them if I'm in the area. We were Sat upstairs which was cozy and there was live music at one point. The fact that this place is upscale and expensive, I'd expect the food to be excellent. The drinks were also good. Service was not very attentive, but it was busy the night we went. read more

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So today my partner and I went here for date night. The ambiance was cool it's pretty small however very cute. The service was okay, I just wish the waitress would know more about the food because when she was asked about the rasta pasta and was it spicy she stated that it wasn't spicy at all and that wasn't the case. So we had the seafood rasta pasta and the burger. The rasta pasta says lobster sauce and nothing about that sauce says lobster the sauce is a jerk sauce and it is very spicy especially for someone that doesn't like spicy at all. My partner said that the burger had some spice to it also so I'm going to assume they add spice to alot of their dishes. Lastly I order a white Russian and they gave me Bailey's. read more

Mango Bay in Brooklyn was a pretty interesting experience. My best friend and I went here to enjoy a meal and even though we did not have a reservation, we were able to sit at the bar. The hostess was super kind and thoughtful. There was only one seat left at the bar and she actually gave up her chair for us, which really stood out. The bartenders and hostess were very in tune with what was going on around them. They were quick, attentive, and helpful, which made everything run smoothly. We originally wanted the lychee mojitos, but they were out of lychee, which was a little disappointing. We ended up keeping it simple with an espresso martini and a vodka soda and both were solid. For appetizers, we ordered the salad and fries. I enjoyed them. My friend felt like the salad had a slightly fishy taste, but it worked for me and was up to my standards. I liked the addition of chopped mango in the salad, which was a different experience that surprisingly worked really well together. For our main dishes, we had the oxtails and the jerk chicken and they were absolutely amazing and full of flavor. I especially enjoyed the jerk chicken. It tasted like it came fresh off the grill and gave me a tropical, nostalgic vibe. I would definitely love to come back to this spot and I am really happy I got to experience it with my best friend. read more

Mango Bay - oxtails and jerk chicken - Caribbean Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Thoroughly enjoyed my visit to Mango Bay. I was slightly disappointed as the menu I had seen online had some dishes I set my heart on and they were not available when we arrived (ie not on the menu) and as a fair warning I believe one dish isn't available before 6pm. It seems like perhaps the executive chef changes in the last year. That being said , it is wheelchair accessible via ramp. There are a number of mocktails available, and the Peppa shrimps seemed to be a universally popular choice across the table. Hostesses were all lovely. The food more than makes up for the small disappointments, however, as flavors were layered and complex. read more

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Mango Bay is a beautiful restaurant! As soon as you walk in you are greeted by lovely staff. There is upstairs seating along with main floor seating. Music was amazing, I was living for the throwback dance hall and reggae music. Drinks were soooo good. I got the Brooklyn love and my gf got the soursop feels. Food was delicious and flavors were amazing. My favorite was the goat over the puff pastry. I 100% recommend this as an app. The only reason I would give this a 4/5 is because the oxtails were a bit tough. There was some very tender but had a hard time chewing through others. read more

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I came here for dinner and I didn't want to come because my friend came and she didn't like it. I was concerned the food would be bad but my friends choose it as their birthday dinner so to Brooklyn we went. So first it was an hour commute from Harlem to Brooklyn on the train. So let's get to the food, the food was surprisingly delicious. We ordered a lot and I must say I had a great time. So we ordered the butternut squash soup and it was amazing, they top it with duck which gave it a nice crispy texture and the soup was so good. I still think about that soup. Then we had the ackee and saltfish egg rolls which were good but I have never had ackee before so I didn't have anything to compare it to. The dough was amazing, and the filling was good as well. We also ordered the ribs, that was not good they were burned and a small portion. We had the famous sweet plantain gnocchi and that was also good. Then for the entrees we ordered the fish, the oxtail, the lamb and the burger. I enjoyed my fish very much and I'm glad ordered it. My friend's lamb was ok and the oxtail was ok too. We ordered dessert which was ok. My drink was good. The service was good, the waiter was nice. The place has two floors and we sat upstairs, which has more of an intimate atmosphere. So overall the experience was good and yes it was pricey but things are expensive so it is fine. If you live in the area, then yes you should try it. For me, I don't see myself returning, it is far and my favorite item was the soup. read more

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Loved my experience at Mango Bay! I came with a larger group of 9 and a small baby and the staff here did a wonderful job at accommodating our group. We tried a variety of dishes but the stands out were the shrimp and grits and the fried chicken! The menu is on the pricier side though. Aside from that, it is such a vibe here! The music was on point too - I appreciated that they played some classic soul oldies on a Sunday! read more

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Getting reservations here took a bit, we had to wait for over a month to come in but wow was the food worth it. I wish I could give it 5 stars just because the food was amazing but I was not expecting the hiccups we had. Although we had a reservation, our table wasn't ready so we were waiting by the door and as you know, NYC is cold so it was annoying every time someone else came in it got really cold and the place was super crowded and the bar is too small for space so we were cramped just waiting. Once we got to our table we waited over 15mins for the menu because the host forgot to give them to us. They apologized for it (bc we had to ask) and after that the experience was marvelous. We ordered drinks which were yummy. The goat puff pastry was amazing, the jerk Caesar salad delicious and then for our meals we tried the oxtails with rice and peas, sweet plantains and jerk chicken with festival bread. Everything was absolutely delicious and it quickly changed the unpleasantness from earlier. We decided not to order dessert because we were super full and the server still brought us out a mango puff pastry to apologize for the wait. This was such a sweet gesture. You must eat here, just make sure to be ready to wait but I promise it'll be worth the wait! read more

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Loved the ambiance at Mango Bay. The space has an elevated, refined feel, and we were warmly greeted before being brought to our table. They have a spiral staircase too, which looks great but definitely requires watching your step. I was impressed by how easily the servers move up and down it. I went for a brunch date, and the food and drinks were really good. The only downside for me was the price. A side of avocado is $9 for just two thin slices, and our total came out to a little over $150 for two people (including one salad to go). While everything tasted great, I'm not sure if I'd go back at that price point. read more

Mango Bay - Caribbean Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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The food here is pretty good. We came for my nephew's birthday. Started with the curry puff and saltfish eggrolls. Both were super flavorful. Our table had every main offered. I had the jerk chicken, it was good, not spectacular. What is spectacular here is the ambiance. Warm brownstone that was really well decorated, good bathroom. Service was decent, although the waitress seemed overwhelmed. I like what's going on here, but visiting here would be more for the vibes than the food. read more

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This weekend we had the pleasure of visiting Mango Bay restaurant in Fort Greene, Brooklyn. This unique little gem offers an elevated Caribbean menu that highlights authentic Caribbean flavor with an upscale spin. To begin we ordered the Greene Lit cocktail. This beautifully crafted cocktail blends vodka, prosecco, lime and mint and served as a perfect starter for what was to be an amazing brunch! For our main courses we ordered the Pepper Prawns and Grits and the Steak and Eggs. I am a huge shrimp and grits fan and have spent time trying this dish all over the country. I was very curious how Mango Bay would measure up with their unique take that includes a Scotch bonnet sauce as well as a pimento sauce. I can say unequivocally and without hesitation, this is the absolute best shrimp and grits I have ever had in my life!!! The balance of flavor, texture and freshness was only outdone by the masterful preparation of each component of this dish. One might be intimidated by the thought of a Scotch bonnet sauce but this chef has an unparalleled understanding of balance and it is clear that this dish was born from pure artistry and know-how!!! If you are a lover of shrimp and grits, as I am, this one is not to be missed! I would go so far as to say you have not had it right until you've had it here. I am told the steak and eggs were exquisitely prepared and the accompanying spicy aioli highlighted the beautiful, perfectly prepared steak, sunny side up egg and crispy ridged potatoes. The service was warm and friendly and the restaurant's overall atmosphere is transportational to the islands. Mango Bay is a true star of Caribbean flavor in Brooklyn. Try it, try it, try it! You will not be disappointed, nor will you find a flavor experience quite like this anywhere else in the city. read more

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Absolutely amazing experience here and i highly recommend. The service was phenomenal, checking in often and they were quick! The ambiance is great, in a brownstone and decorated really nicely. The food itself was super flavorful. The sauce from the peppa shrimp was amazing, the branzino was cooked perfectly, and we loved the pasta flavor too. Would go back and recommend to folks who love seafood! read more

Mango Bay - Peppa Shrimps - Caribbean Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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We had an early dinner and decided to sit inside on the 2nd floor since it was so hot outside. Our waiter was warm and welcoming, which set the tone for the evening. I had already scoped out the menu and knew I had to try the goat puff pastry, and it did not disappoint! We also ordered the jerk prawn Caesar salad, plantains, and the jerk chicken with festival. The portions were very generous, and we ended up with plenty of leftovers. I asked for extra festival and mentioned I'd pay extra, but the waiter kindly didn't add it to the bill. That thoughtful gesture really stood out. For drinks, I enjoyed the refreshing Mango Bay mocktail while my cousin had the Passionita Bay, both delicious. Overall, the experience was a whole vibe! Great food, great service, and prices that don't break the bank. I'll definitely be back! read more

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I enjoyed my French toast, cheese grits and hot honey fried wings. What I didn't enjoy is being served warm water with no ice and waiting 20 minutes for a piece of lemon. We also waited 30 minutes to get our check. The restaurant had to go boxes but no bags which means you were trying to carry your leftovers in your hands without dropping any food. What I will say is the restaurant is beautiful. I love the decor. The seats are not comfortable as they have backs that sit far back which makes it impossible to sit up straight. read more

Mango Bay - Wings - Three pieces of fried chicken with a glossy glaze are placed in a small, dark-colored bowl. The chicken appears crispy and coated with a sauce, and the bowl is set on a wooden surface, possibly a table or counter. - Caribbean Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Mango Bay had such a cozy yet sultry atmosphere this Brooklyn based restaurant was one of my favorite places to visit in New York. The food was such a well curated blend of culture throughout the diaspora taste coming from Nigeria, Ghana, Haiti, Jamaica, and so much more I was overly impressed by the creativity in every single dish the drinks the bartenders were so in tune with the art of creating delightful cocktails. read more

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Came here for brunch on a beautiful Sunday. The restaurant is in a brown stone. One word-stunning! Small menu for brunch but it did NOT disappoint. The service was on point and attentive. Will be back for dinner . read more

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This was my first time visiting this beautiful establishment. Very cozy and sexy. The music was great. I ordered the mussels are they were fresh and tasty. The service was fast. I'll def be back! read more

Mango Bay - Mussels - Caribbean Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I sat at the bar because there were no reservations. I enjoyed every bit of my food, well at least my ribs. I tore it up! I also split a pastry like appetizer ( I forgot the name and don't feel like researching it, so forgive me), it was a bit salty so we didn't finish it. The drinks were really good and I love that the bartender put love into it. I love to see a bartender getting into making the drink because of the bartender cares about that drink, it's going to be fire and it was. My friend got the mussels. Let me tell ya, that broth was everything! Yep, I will be back. Make sure to make a reservation. read more

Mango Bay - The really good drink. - Caribbean Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

After seeing this on my Timeline and being familiar with the location from its past restaurant, I knew I wanted to give it a try. My friend, who isn't a big restaurant goer wanted to take me out and I thought hey this may be it. We went on a Wednesday evening and it was fairly empty at first but picked up. The greeter at the door was nice and our waiter was nice. The decor was definitely nice. They made changes to the previous location and it looked good. We sat at the downstairs level. It was a hot day so we opted for indoors . I hate being hot and eating. We ordered drinks, which I think we're a saving grace. We ordered apps. The pepper shrimp and the ribs. The shrimp was the best thing I ate. The ribs were lacking something. I think the food just looked better than it tasted overall. For entrees we shared the oxtail and the snapper. The oxtail was not good. I have never gone to a restuarant and left oxtails on the plate but it just was not good. It was tough and salty, The waiter came over and we said it to him and he just apologized and said he would tell the chef. The snapper was good. It came in a curry sauce I liked but my friend not so much. The rice that came with the oxtail was a bit mushy. Overall, I dont think I'd gravitate towards coming back. It was more on the pricer side and I left not feeling satisfied. My friend was not a happy camper either and said this is why I eat at home. Hopefully I can redeem myself. read more

Mango Bay - Lychee Mojito - Caribbean Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Came here yesterday for a belated Birthday dinner and the minute you walk in you're taken back by the cute decor and the ambiance we arrived early and got to sit at the bar while our table was being prepared. Bar tenders were friendly. We got seated shortly after and since we have looked at the menu before coming we kind of knew what we wanted: they were out of octopus so we didn't get that instead we got mussels and it turned out to be the highlight dish of the night Ras& pasta 7/10- flavors were good a bit salty for me but I did wish the portions were slightly bigger for the price Mussels- 10/10 everyone should definitely try this dish the curry was perfection. It was creamy but had a kick. As someone who can't eat spicy it was tolerable for me and the charred bread was a nice added touch. I do wish they offered more bread though. Oxtail- 8.5/10 enjoyed the flavors in this dish good sharing portion for two people but if you were coming with a larger group and doing family style I would say it's only good for 2 people max. Scallops- 6.5/10 quite dissapointed in this dish. The scallops was good but you can't really mess up scallops unless you tried it looked gorgeous on presentation however the flavors were lacking. Drinks, we each got two drinks and I think the best one was probably the soursop. These drinks were expensive but wasn't quite there for me personally. Again I am a cocktail snob. The old fashioned was overly sweet and the lychee mojito was not a crowd favorite, not sure what happened with that drink but let's just say it will not be ordered again. The pink drink with the salted rim was okay. Again the presentations were there but I wouldn't come here for drinks. read more

We dined here after hearing great reviews of this restaurant. The reviews did not disappoint. This is being posted about a month after visiting so I forgot some details but I remember the food being very delicious and fairly priced with excellent.waitstaff. The only lowlight was the mango puff pastry dessert which was just straight up not good. The restaurant itself is tastefully decorated but be warned there is a NARROW winding staircase so hold onto the railing. The music was also great too; just at the right volume so there would be no need for shouting read more

This was a phenomenal experience. My boyfriend, friend visiting from out of town and I went on a Wednesday evening for dinner. The ambiance was impeccable. It feels as though you're eating dinner in someone's home. Our server was very attentive and recommended his favorite dishes- we happened to order them all! We started out with the specialty cocktail. For apps we did the fluke ceviche, peppa shrimps, & goat puff pastry. My favorites were the ceviche & shrimps. So flavorful & fresh. Presentation is also amazing! I enjoyed the goat puff pastry as well, I'm just not as keen on puff pastry but that was my boyfriend's favorite app. For our main, we ordered oxtail & ras + pasta. The Ras + Pasta is one of the top pastas I have ever had. It had a hint of creaminess, but not overly rich. The seafood really cuts it in the most perfect way! The oxtail was good as well, I just prefer a leaner cut, but if you aren't as annoying as me, it's a must try! We also got the beans and rice and plantains on the side. I can't rave about this place enough. It truly checked all my boxes. Please check it out whether you're in the area or not. It's worth traveling for! read more

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Had such a great experience at Mango Bay in Brooklyn. We ordered the lamb shank with sweet potato mash and the bronzino, and both dishes were absolutely delicious. The flavors were rich and everything was cooked perfectly. The drinks were great, and the ambience was intimate and relaxing, which made the night even better. We had a really nice time and will definitely be going back again. Highly recommend! PS the service was great as well. I can't remember the bartender's name, but she is a vibe! read more

Mango Bay - Bronzino - Caribbean Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Mango Bay serves Afro-Caribbean Cusine & is located in the Fort Greene section of Brooklyn. The last time I visited this place w/ someone, it was Imani, a restaurant that served decent food. Well, Mango Bay has a couple of good things on their menu. Jessica had her "Cowboy Capers" Birthday celebration here last month. Along w/ some of Jessica's family & friends, myself & some Yelp Fam attended it & had a good time. The party was occupied by the upstairs floor. Mango Bay's 1st Floor has the bar area w/ some dining seating. Mango Bay has cool artwork on the walls. Selected Cocktails along w/ Appetizers, Entrees, Sides & Dessert options were on the menu to order. Cocktails were the following: -Calypso Fashioned - Aka DJango Unchained - Miso, Bitters, Toasted Plantain Fat Washed & Hennessey. -The Bay Express Martini - Aka Wikd Wikd West - Vodka Cold Brew, Khalua, Anise Shavings & Cinnamon. -Sorrel Spritz - Aka Buckin - Sorrel, Aperol & Prosecco. -Mango Baby Mocktail - Aka Jolene The Hussy - Mango, Lemon, Brown Sugar, Cinnamon & Ginger. Appetizers - Pomegranate Glazed Ribs of Pork Ackee & Saltfiah Eggrolls Hampshire Crudo Entrees - Braised Oxtail Jerk Burger w / Spicy Truffle Aoli Fries Ras & Pasta Ital Is Vital - (Vegetarian Entree) Sorrel Cheesecake was the dessert order option. The Ackee and Saltfish Eggrolls & the Spicy Truffle Aoli Fries were favorites. Others at our table raved about their Ras & Pasta. I would definitely return to have more Ackee and Saltfish Eggrolls and for Brunch Service. Dinner Service - Tues. - Fri. - 5pm - 10pm Brunch -Sat. & Sun. - 11:30am - 2:30pm Sat. Dinner Service - 5pm-11pm Sun. Dinner Service -5pm - 10pm @mangobaynyc mangobay.nyc read more

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Originally I visited Mango Bay on Valentine's day and loved my prex-fixe meal so much that I decided to host my birthday party here. Everything about booking this place as an event venue went smoothly and I'm grateful that the owner, David, and the staff were such a pleasure to work with. For food, I am IN LOVE with their Hamachi Crudo and the Lobster Ras & Pasta. Both had complex flavors that were well balanced and didn't overpower the dish. For drinks, I enjoyed the Calyspo Fashioned, the Mango Bae, and the Mango Baby mocktail. So far I've been here twice since it opened a few months ago and I am already looking forward to my next visit. Thank you David and staff for helping to make my birthday event so wonderful from the music to the the service. I had a wonderful time and look forward to recommending this place loudly and proudly in the future. read more

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Yum!!!!! Mango Bay is delicious. Located in Fort Greene, their menu and service was exactly what my friend and I needed. For drinks, most of the table ordered the Mango Bae and I ordered the Gin Fizz. We loved our drinks. For appetizers, we ordered the octopus and lamb puff pastry. The octopus was tasty and accompanying sides were so good. I don't eat meat but my friends said the lamb was good as well. Our entrees were delicious: Bush Fowl, Braised Oxtail, Mango Curry Australian King Prawns!! Plates were cleaned! I love how the decor payed homage to Brooklyn and the African Diaspora. We felt comfortable and at home. I'm already planning my return visit! read more

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Stopped by Mango Bay in Brooklyn for dinner and had a solid experience overall. The vibe of the restaurant is fun and welcoming, and the service was friendly. We started with the goat puff pastry, which was flaky and well-seasoned--definitely a good appetizer. The jerk chicken salad had a nice kick to it, with fresh greens and a good balance of heat and flavor. For the main, I had the braised oxtail. It was tender and well-cooked, but the flavor profile wasn't exactly what I expected. Not bad, just different from what I'm used to with oxtail. For drinks, we tried the Mango Bae their rum punch option and the lemonade--both were on the sweeter side. If you like sugary drinks, you'll enjoy them, but if you prefer something more balanced, you might want to ask for a lighter touch on the sweetness. read more

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Wow. One of the best meals I've had all year. Great service in a beautiful brownstone. The lychee mojito good but the grand bay was phenomenal. Now the appetizers are a must. All outstanding. The props shrimp and Johnny cakes 10 billion stars. Big prawns and the sauce I drank the bowl. The Johnny cakes were the best I ever had. My favorite. The coconut ginger mussels again phenomenal. Drank that sauce too. The eggrolls were good. Nice contrast with cool creamy spicy dipping sauce. The homemade seafood pasta was fantaStic. The red snapper with cool Bacar sauce yes. The oxtail insanely good. Browning sauce great. The rice n peas were yummy. Very automatic. Mango chow is cool and refresh. The rum cake was the best I ever had a worth it. read more

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Ok I really wanted to give this place 5 stars but I was sadly underwhelmed by the flavors of my meal and drink. While the Caesar salad was good, I was really looking forward to the prawns. There was only 1 jumbo prawn. The others resembled medium sized shrimp. My friend enjoyed the crab and specialty drink. The mango bar and ribs were also just ok. I did enjoy the plantains. The servers were great and the place its self was beautifully decorated. read more

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First, the restaurant was absolutely beautiful. It's in a brownstone where they utilize the first and second floor. The decor was gorgeous and the tableware and design was very cute. The service was amazing. 10/10 for the service. We had a few waiters come and ask us how everything was and were very attentive to our needs. The drinks were amazing! I forgot to take pics of the other food i had. It was a lychee martini special that was so good! It came spicy and non spicy and i ordered the non spicy one. The drinks were great. A little pricey but they got the job done. The food, i ordered the oxtails with the rice and peas, along with the curry goat puff pastry. My sister ordered the branzino with white rice and a side of sweet plantains. For me, the oxtail were just okay. The gravy was also okay. They were a little tough and not really fall off the bone tender. The rice and peas just felt like something was missing from it. It wasn't the worst, but wasn't the best either. So i was a little underwhelmed with my food. The goat puff pastry was good. The goat was tender. They come to your table and pour the curry sauce over the pastry tableside which was a cute performative thing to add to the dinner ambience. That was good. The pastry was flaky and buttery with the sauce which wasn't spicy. Very flavorful. I enjoyed that very much. The sweet plantains were good too. My sister enjoyed her branzino very much. It was huge. It came on a plank and was beautiful to look at. We didn't get any dessert because we were kinda full by that time. All in all 4 stars. I'd return and try something different. It's a bit on the pricey side too. Pics below read more

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Overall honest experience is 3/5, mid, especially when compared to other similar restaurants. We had the akee and sailfish eggrolls, mussels, seafood Rasta Pasta, and oxtail. The food was mid imo. Rasta pasta did not taste like Rasta pasta is supposed to, not spicy at all, not flavorful. Mussels were just ok. Eggrolls were ok. My friend liked her oxtail though. We were there for hourssss. Even the playlist was wack lol like no dancehall, afrobeats, or even rnb idk there was no vibe. The service was really nice though. Drinks were ok. read more

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02/23/25 First and foremost our server Adam was amazing. Curtious, attentive and knowledgeable of the entire menu. It was a pleasure having him as our server Prior establishment was Imani Kitchen. As Mango Baby they offer a twist on traditional Caribbean cuisine. Vibe is laidback and welcoming. Good for a date night, or just hanging with friends. Music playlist all encompassing from Bob Marley to Mary J to George Michael. I enjoyed it all. Mocktails: Hibiscus Kiss: a bit tart. Was offered a liquid honey to counteract. Adam offered to switch out if still not pleased. Sorrel: was not a fan. As a Jamaican I'm sorry this missed the mark. Appetizers Char grilled octopus: my favorite. The avocado puree was a nice touch. Ackee and Saltfish egg roll: tasty however didn't taste much saltfish Goat puff pastry; interesting combination but the flaky soft crust entwined with the goat was an I expected delightful combination. Mains: Malfadina Ras and Pasta.: one of my favorite type of pasta. Tasty and the Salmon Roe was a unique addition. Thankfully wasn't as spicy as currently unable to handle too much spice. Felt more lobster could have been added to the dish. Swimmas: Fillet Branzino with asparagus and Thai chive sauce. Tasty and flaky. Accompanied by mango type dish. Salmon. Yummy sauce my dinner mates enjoyed. Offered Palata Cleanser: from initial bite detected grapefruit had to abort ASAP as that counteract with one of my meds. Dessert: Sorrel Cheesecake: delicious. Bite of cheesecake ice cream and sauce yummy savory bite . All in all enjoyed we enjoyed our meal. One thing to note portions are on the smaller size and rice doesn't seem to be a staple in dishes. I myself didn't mind but something to be aware of. I will return to try their brunch menu. read more

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The restaurant is definitely beautiful. It looks like a brownstone was transformed and Mango Bay was born. The blonde hostess with the small Afro seemed like a professional ..a very stern professional versus the usual bubbly and welcoming hostesses I am accustomed to If you're seeking a dimly lit restaurant with Afro Caribbean music & gorgeous art then I recommend trying here. My honest feedback: the menu is small & doesn't really give me Afro Caribbean vibes. We skipped the appetizers and ordered the $35 Mango Curry Australian King Prawn & $36 Braised Oxtail along with the home made lemonade & a cocktail 5 mins later The food runner came over with items we did not order - turns out it belonged to the table next to us. Ok, mistakes happen..we laughed it off A different runner came out with the drinks. Dropped them off at the table next to us then brought us drinks that belonged to the other table. It's clear the team needs to learn the table numbers. Once our server heard about the mix up, he apologized & rang in the drinks again. The food runner once again arrived to the table next to us versus our table but we stopped him before he placed the drinks down. I was very excited to try the $8 home made lemonade so imagine my disappointment when call I could taste was sweet & sour mix The prawns were only 2 pieces and I barely tasted any curry flavor. I tasted more of a charred burnt flavor. This was served with sushi rice- it was bland however the oxtail was fork tender and served with rice & peas with what appeared to be coconut milk foam?? This foam confused us It is a new restaurant with beautiful interior and so much potential. Hopefully management takes the feedback and tweak the menu + re train the staff. 5/10 read more

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I'll give this place 5 stars on the things I liked. Working on not speaking about the negatives. Just go and experience everything for yourself. Food: had the octopus, crudo, branzino, oxtail and rum cake along with cocktails. Octopus was tender with the perfect balance of flavor and spice. I'd order again! The crudo was perfect. I'd order again! Branzino's flavors were good but a bit oily in my opinion, also, if its supposed to be an entre, it should be paired with vegetables or a startch, the mango salsa makes it more an appetizer. Additionally, I would have preferred it grilled or charred, not fried. The oxtail was flavorful but could have been a bit more tender. Rum cake is more of a black cake, not like the sponge-rum-cake you might get in Barbados or some caribbean islands. The rum-cake flavor was decent but I expected it to be moist, it wasn't. Service: Perfect! Staff was quick and attentive. 5 stars. Ambiance: caribbean inspired, good for friends and dates. Not too loud so you could hear your company speak without them having to raise their voice. Overall: decent food and great service. Suggestion: go and experience it for yourselves. read more

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