Mango Bay just became one of my favorite restaurants in all of NYC! I just took my girlfriend there for our anniversary and we were both blown away by the insanely delicious food, the excellent service, the amazing vibe... it was an assault on all senses. I cannot wait to go back! read more

Mango Bay - The braised oxtail and bush fowl (jerk chicken) were incredible! - Caribbean Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

What can I say about Mango Bay? All tens across the board! The food was superb, the service was dynamite, and the drinks were top-notch. The people were beautiful, and the atmosphere struck that perfect balance between sexy and cozy. After dinner, my date actually asked me to take her home--that's how good the night was. Thank you, Mango Bay, for delivering such an unforgettable experience. This is the new romantic hotspot for anyone looking to dine in style with exceptional service. Very upscale, very worth it. read more

I'm so happy to see Mango Bay open! I came last night for dinner, near closing. There were a few menu items that sold out but if you ask me, that's a great problem to have. The service, atmosphere and food were delicious!!! The cabbage next to the jerk chicken was something to write home about! I don't know what or how but please keep doing what you're doing chef! The chef, London, came out to greet every single guest and the interaction was both warm and genuine. I enjoyed dinner so much that I decided to come back today for Brunch and baby!!!! Am I glad I did! The Pepper Prawns with Grits were INCREDIBLE!!! The prawns were not only huge, but seasoned and cooked to perfection! The service was prompt and all the floor staff were attentive. Shamah's smile and energy alone are worth the visit. The dishes are both thoughtful and flavorful. Mango Bay, you've made a fan out of me! Thank you. read more

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The restaurant is very beautiful. The staff is very professional and welcoming. The food portions are very small, so if you're looking to take home leftovers there's a 75% chance you won't. What brings me to yelp is this. The waiter gives recommendations on drinks and appetizers as we've never been there before. When identifying what was in the drink he's recommending the exchange of tequila for casamigos. Normally when someone offers to exchange something its either no extra fee OR they will inform you of the upcharge. This now allows them to determine if they want to move forward with the purchase. Well the drink went from $18 to $30. This is not how the waiter should have handled this up-sell. Transparency is very very important and will have customers willing to come back. Please check your receipts before paying at this establishment. ​ read more

My girlfriend and myself made reservations. But the 1st time we went we didn't make reservations and couldn't be seated so make sure you make reservations. She had the oxtails 10/10 omg a must. I ordered the jerk chicken it was under cooked could have been cooked longer the flavors were there. I loved the mango flavor. The owner was nice enough to take the chicken off my bill thank you so much we will be returning. read more

Absolutely great cuisine, excellent service and great ambiance. Mango Bay has it all. Run, don't walk, there! I'll be back very soon!.

This place was everything I thought it was going to be. Great customer service , nice ambience and the food was tasteful. My family and I got a few appetizer to share and overall it was delicious( 8/10). I enjoyed the egg rolls the most . read more

This restaurant genuinely cares about what they serve. Mango Bay delivers quality that's hard to describe. People who understand food will value what this place offers. Our attendant displayed enthusiasm when clarifying dish options. There's no hesitation about my return. read more

The food and staff were truly outstanding -- attentive, professional, and a real highlight of our visit. Our group was so delighted during the meal that we asked our waiter who the owner was. He told us, "Oh, the owner is my friend--he's downstairs, and I'll ask him to stop by your table." But the owner never came by. It left us with the impression that perhaps he only greets tables he considers VIPs. I've dined at higher-end restaurants where well-known chefs make a point of personally welcoming guests, so this stood out. The second issue was with the bill: a 20% gratuity had been included without any mention from our server, and the bill still prompted us to leave a tip--leading us to double tip. This felt misleading and left a sour note on what had been a lovely experience. Unfortunately, these two moments detracted from an otherwise excellent meal. read more

DELICIOUS!!! The food, cocktails and service were great 9/10!! My partner and I stumbled on a last minute reservation and were excited to support this black owned business in our area. Our server was friendly and had great recommendations, one being the cocktail special of the day the spicy lychee margarita, it was yummy! We got the Jerk Caesar w shrimp to start and it was so good, perfectly seasoned and flavorful. For our mains my partner got the Mango Curry Crab which is very creamy curry forward but did not disappoint. She devoured it!! I ordered the Snapper and although boney as snapper is, I had no notes. Every bite was tasty and warming to the soul! For our second round of drinks I ordered a spicy mezcal marg and my partner a dirty martini & again YUM! We rate our experience and meal a 9/10 only taking a point off for the wait for our first round of drinks. We will most definitely be dining at Mango Bay again, we've already sorted out our next orders. Go eat and enjoy, you won't regret it! read more

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Finally getting these thoughts down after delays. The personnel treated us with special attention. The food satisfies, the mood stays easy, the service exceeds expectations, and everyone looks happy. The cooking features great taste and deserves your visit. Previous diners got it exactly right. read more

What a beautiful meal. One of the best restaurants, I've been to. The quality of food, service and experience were curated with love. The chef's elevated take on Afro Caribbean dishes were next level - felt modern but classic, everything well balanced and full of flavor. New to the neighborhood, but fits right in. Excited for this new restaurant and can't wait to come back with friends + family. read more

My family and I made brunch reservations at Mango Bay for my mother's 70th birthday. I must say I did not know this gem is tucked away in park slope. When we arrived the decor was amazing on the exterior and when we entered the restaurant it felt like we were transported to the Caribbean. The host showed us to the table and we were greeted with open arms everyone was nice and friendly. We started with a wedge salad and bake and shark, the food was amazing. We also had the plantain porridge which my mom loves. For the main some of us had the shrimp and grits and others had the French toast. Everyone enjoyed all of food. They get a 10 out of 10. I would definitely recommend. I can't want to go back for dinner. read more

Mango Bay - Elevated Afro-Caribbean Cuisine Last month, my bf and I visited the newly opened Mango Bay, an Afro-Caribbean gem that has taken over the space previously occupied by Imani Kitchen. With a fresh new team and Chef de Cuisine London Chase at the helm, Mango Bay masterfully combines his Nigerian-Jamaican heritage with a creative culinary flair. The Service by the chef and the staff was amazing! They were so attentive. What we had: * Goat Puff Pastry Curry Goat | Pimento Seeds The crust was incredibly soft and flaky, while the goat filling had just the right amount of spice. A perfect balance of texture and flavor. * Hamachi Crudo Sorrel | Chive Oil | Fried Shallot The fried shallot paired beautifully with the sorrel and chive oil. As someone who knows sorrel as a drink in Trinidad, I was thrilled to see it reimagined as a sauce--it was both unique and delightful. * Ras & Pasta Mafaldine | Spicy Sauce Americana | Maine Lobster | Stracciatella | Smoked Salmon Roe While the lobster was fresh and well-cooked, it didn't blend seamlessly with the dish. The pasta lacked the creamy jerk spice flavor I expect from traditional rasta pasta. * Jerk Burger Jerk Beef | 3 Pepper Cheese | Spicy Truffle Aioli | Fries This was hands down my favorite dish of the night. The burger was tender, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned, with the truffle aioli adding an exciting kick. * Braised Oxtail Rice and Peas | Caraflex Cabbage | Coconut Foam The oxtail was fall-off-the-bone tender, and the coconut foam added a luxurious touch to the classic dish. The Experience: Mango Bay's menu showcases the perfect blend of traditional Afro-Caribbean flavors with an elevated twist. The restaurant also reflects Caribbean culture beyond the food, doubling as a lifestyle space with candles, rugs, and authentic Turkish delights available for purchase. While not every dish hit the mark, the creativity and passion behind each plate make Mango Bay a standout addition to the neighborhood. If you're looking for a modern take on Afro-Caribbean cuisine, this is a must-visit. read more

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Threw a fantastic surprise birthday dinner here for a dear friend who is Jamaican and has opinions! Everybody raved. I've seen several restaurants come and go in this space over the years and this one is by far the best. Both the ambience and the food have been upleveled. Since it had recently opened and we had a large party, we essentially ordered the whole menu. All hits, no misses! I especially loved my salmon and the curried goat puff pastry. The drinks were tasty and our large party was accommodated with great service. I hope Mango Bay is here to stay! read more

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1st time going to this hidden jewel in Brooklyn. The food is decadent, exceptionally flavorful with traditional and non traditional herbs that complemented each dish we ordered. Perfect for a date nite or a Vibe meeting. The Jerk prawns, Goat puff pastry & Jerk Ceasars salad was delightful ...Will definitely go again. read more

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

We went there for a birthday celebration. The ambience, food and service were excellent. We had the oxtails and jerk burger. The oxtail dish was tender, very tasty and filling, and the coconut foam on the rice was nice. The jerk burger with round fries was awesome. The burger was tender and the jerk spice and sauce was flavorful. We had an outstanding server. Muta was friendly, attentive and knowledgeable of the entire menu. It was nice having him as our server. Service 5+ For the birthday celebration Muta bought us a cheese cake with ice cream and sauce. The desert was so delicious and top off a wonderful experience. It definitely a great spot for a celebration. Can't wait to go back. read more

Upscale Jamaican fusion food. The mango curry shrimp and oxtail was great. I would go back.

Limited menu, overpriced and service is slow. Guest that arrived after us received their drinks and dinner before we were even served our appetizer. Instead of the server being proactive and apologizing for the delay, we had to flag him down to inquire about the delay. The ribs were dry and ras pasta included empty mussels and clam shells. Waiter claimed the meat dropped in the pasta, but that was incorrect. Do not believe the tik tok and ig posts, do not recommend. The previous spot, Imani, had more selections and service. read more

my family and i were really interested in trying out mangobay to see what the hype was about especially since it replaced Imani's. Overall I give this restaurant a 3 star rating. Our reservation was set for 5pm. When we arrived it was empty due to them just opening for the day so we were seated quickly. Now when it's time to order, we had 2 appetizers. The pepper shrimp was 10/10 as well as the curry goat puff pastry, but cost 24 dollars for one single pastry which i think was a bit insane. Now we forward to our main course. We ordered rice and peas but when our meals came we were given white rice instead. We let the two gentlemen who brought out our food know that there was a mistake and we ordered rice and peas, but they insisted that we ordered white rice and that they would double check to confirm. Then our waiter came and apologized letting us know that they had ran out of rice and peas which we were confused about because how could you run out of food already when the restaurant just opened and we were one of the first to be seated ? We said ok and settled on the white rice. Now we're eating our meals but weren't really satisfied because the rice was hard and tasted like jasmine rice from the chinese restaurant as well as the oxtail being salty. I truly wish the main course matched how expensive this place is. read more

Every single thing I had was delicious except for that "rum soaked" carrot cake (don't get that). Otherwise, I loved it, we had the red snapper, Rasta pasta, goat puff, ceviche (a bit sweet for me still good) and the jerk shrimp. The snapper and the jerk shrimp were the standouts for me. read more

Overpriced pseudo carribean restaurant. Chef doesn't have an understanding of carribean flavors. First and foremost prices are outrageous for such a limited menu and small portion. Ordered the jerk chicken entree and burger: the jerk chicken was flavorless and clearly baked not grilled. Chicken made in the oven is not traditional jerk chicken. It lacked any flavor or depth, minimal slice and worst of all only a leg and a thigh were provided for the price of $30+. The jerk chicken entree came with " festival " and it was terrible. Festival should be made with corn meal, sugar, nutmeg, coconut milk etc. None of this was present in the festival, no sweetness, just fried dough. Partially burnt at that. It was just fried flavorless dough. The burger was completely flavorless and came to the table well done when medium was requested. The burger tasted burnt, no salt, no seasoning. Would not recommend at all. read more

First and foremost The food was a good good even though it took a long time to be served the chairs in the restaurant were horrible they are definitely not comfortable the back of chair is to far back. The , music is too loud you should be able to hear the person sitting across from you I am not in the club and finally the guy who served us drinks someone say he's the owner/partner. I don't need to see you damn hairy chest keep your shirt buttoned up you're not walking down Delkalb Street on a Saturday evening look presentable to your patrons. read more

Phenomenal food, drinks, service - all in a beautiful location and spot. Highlights were the jerk caesar salad, jerk bush fowl, and braised oxtail. Recommended it two friends just on the way home - wouldn't miss it! read more

Mango bay is obsolete in regarding towards ordering food. Can't do an order pick up, that option is nonexistent and nobody answers the phone. Gotta update these options, can't use busy or new updates as an excuse anymore. There are restaurants in this world that exists that allows you to do order pick up after being open for a few weeks. Tired of ordering in person.smh not being an asshole but this needed to be said. read more

The food is superb and the servers are great! The ambiance is charming and classic brooklyn brownstone romantic. Overall a highly recommended dining experience!! read more

6/1/25 As a person from the Caribbean, I was highly disappointed with the food, service, and wait time to get our meals. I chose Mango Bay for my daughter's birthday dinner last night, We ordered the ackee and saltfish rolls to start. Then the main dishes, braised oxtail, Ras & Pasta, and Bush Fowl. The starter took 25 minutes to come out, and the main course took an hour and fifteen minutes. The ackee and saltfish, as well as the branzino oxtail, were great, but the Ras & Pasta and Bush Fowl were very spicy. I'm unable to give a proper review on those because I didn't taste anything but spice. The drinks: We sent back the lemonades we ordered; they tasted like pure cinnamon. We decided on iced tea, which we had to sweeten ourselves, and two passion fruit drinks, which were the only thing good on our menu last night, along with the branzino oxtail and ackee and saltfish rolls. When our bill came 30 minutes later after asking for it, I discovered 4 items we didn't order on our bill, which I had to call attention to. The server took it off and apologized. It's safe to say this restaurant deserves one star or less for the food and service my family and I got last night. I don't even care to put up any pictures because I'm not recommending anyone to read more

The food here is fire. I'm so pleased to have quality Carribean/African inspired food that doesn't feel exactly like takeout- the chef has taken familiar flavors and served them different ways - I can't wait to take my mama here for the ribs, goat pastry, oxtail and rice & peas. The space is also huge and well appointed. The only drawback is that the servers never brought water without me asking- they need to be better trained in upscale service so as not to live up to bad Carribean restaurant tropes read more