Mr. Pimento is the kind of place that makes you wonder why you ever eat anywhere else. This isn't just food, it's a full on experience. The second you take that first bite, you already know you made the right call pulling up. The jerk is absolutely unreal. It's perfectly seasoned, smoky, and has just the right amount of kick. It doesn't overpower anything, it just hits exactly how it's supposed to. And being able to build your own bowl is a game changer. Rice, mac and cheese, mix and match whatever you're in the mood for, they've got it. That mac and cheese deserves its own moment too because it's creamy, rich, and honestly addictive. And the beef patties... yeah, good luck eating just one. Flaky, packed with flavor, and gone before you even realize it. Everything about this spot just works. The flavor, the portions, the whole vibe. You can tell this food is made with care, not just thrown together. Don't walk, run to Mr. Pimento. You're seriously missing out if you don't. read more

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Great service. Got the half and half bowl, have mac n cheese, half rice. I added extra chicken. Rice had a nice spice to it. The MnC was lovely. The corn they add was very yummy. The slaw was a nice refreshing bite. The chicken was bordering over cooked as some of it was a little dry. The flavor wasn't as pronounced as I was expecting though; I didn't get any heat, ginger, allspice from it. The fire sauce was nicely hot, about a 6 for me. The spicy ketchup was good and actually hotter. I got the empanada too; nicely flakey and good flavor as well. I had left overs of both so in my mind it's a good deal; two meals for one price($26 before tip). Will go back. read more

Walking up to Mr. Pimento satisfied two goals: 1) quell my hunger and 2) satisfied my insatiable desire to be a lifelong learner. I am always on the quest for good plantains and decided to give Mr. Pimento a try. When I think of pimento I think of a sweet pepper that is mixed with cheese to create pimento cheese. Actually, pimento also known as allspice is the dried berry of the Pimenta dioica tree, native to the Caribbean. It has a combined flavor blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and pepper. Thus, Mr. Pimento is an appropriate name for this Jamaican food truck. Plantains can be cooked when they are ripe and especially sweet. Conversely, they can also be prepared when they are green and a bit tart. I like thesweet plantain version. The ones I purchased were sweet despite their darker color. They were also very soft such that you could cut them with a fork. The food truck manager were quick to make recommendations for entree choices. I did not want something too heavy so opted not to have a bowl. However, I would definitely consider it for the future. It was pretty quiet at the Flamingo food truck park. read more

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Fantastic chicken. Juicy, flavorful and didn't need a knife. Friendly crew. Definitely would come back for the combo bowl with mac and cheese. Luckily weather was breezy too! read more

Mr. Pimento - Sweet & Savory Chicken Bowl - Caribbean Near Me - Austin, Texas

Stopped by Mr Pimento tonight to get the jerk Mac and cheese. It was so flavorful and cheesy. The spicy jerk sauce that was orange was good too. The food truck is cute and clean with seating all around the venue. We can't wait to come back and try the oxtail! read more

Mr. Pimento - Caribbean Near Me - Austin, Texas

Finally got to try out Mr Pimento and i wish I hadn't waited so long. Jerk chicken is my favorite food and I'm a a tough critic since I make my own and have eaten at some of the best Caribbean restaurants around the world...and i love the unique bowl idea at this place! First of all the jerk chicken is very spicy and flavorful, and then I love how you can customize the bowl with rice or mac n cheese and toppings like kidney bean relish or butter beans. The seasoned rice is outstanding with jasmine, thyme, ginger, scallions, and fresh herb in it to give a lot of flavor. The plantain are caramelized just right to give it an extra sweetness and tenderness and they're available on the side. I was hoping they would have sorrel, but the hibiscus sweet tea is refreshing in the meantime till they get their act together to add sorrel. I look forward to trying other meat dishes soon. read more

Tried this place for the first time and from customer service to taste is 10/10 Hibiscus tea was very tasteful! Will definitely recommend and comeback to Try more! read more

Mr. Pimento - Build your own Jerk Chicken Rice Bowl - Caribbean Near Me - Austin, Texas

Mr. Pimento has officially earned a permanent spot in my rotation and is hands down my new go-to for Jamaican food in North Austin. Chef Clay's service was exceptionally kind, thoughtful, and welcoming; you can feel the care with each bite (and sip). The Hibiscus Cucumber Smash was beyond refreshing and the perfect complement to the meal. The food was authentic Jamaican cuisine with a fresh, healthy twist... bold, balanced, and absolutely delicious. I would've included a photo of my Half and Half Bowl, but it was devoured rather quickly! Needless to say, I can't wait to return. read more

Mr. Pimento - Caribbean Near Me - Austin, Texas

Fresh, perfectly seasoned and plentiful! Thankfully Austin has real authentic Caribbean food! So fresh and delicious!!!

Absolutely delicious!! We got the oxtail special, Clay said it's offered every 2 weeks now only through preorders but man was it worth it! We also got the sweet plantains and it was so good. We will definitely be back! read more

Mr. Pimento - Caribbean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Right off the bat, the owner of this place saw us looking at the menu and wanted to help us make the right decision. He explained his take on quality driven Jamaican Food and was really hospitable and easy going. Food was flavorful , balanced, had ingredients that made you feel good: beans, slaw, rice, and of course the delicious jerk chicken-- the meal was non greasy, light and rich, and the Jerk chicken was the star (Mac was delicious too) . Was such a great meal after my 16 mile run. As for ambiance, open seating was great, weather was perfect, and owner, Clay, was beyond genuine. Mikey read more

Mr. Pimento - Patio area, plenty of seating! - Caribbean Near Me - Austin, Texas

Mr. Pimento's Jamaican Food Truck at the Pink Flamingo Food Truck, next to The Water Tank off McNeil, is delicious! Shout out to Clay, Mike, and Sean for the excellent hospitality and making us feel like part of the family. The bowls are excellent, and it is tough to choose my favorite. I'd maybe suggest the half and half to get rice and mac 'n cheese. I'm a sucker for sweet plantains and these are so tasty. Get an empanada too, your taste buds will thank me. Also, you need to get their hibiscus drink. The food isn't spicy too accommodate everyone but there are ways to make it spicy with their sauces. Thanks for a great lunch!! read more

Mr. Pimento - Caribbean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Mr pimento recently moved to North Austin where they're now located at the pink flamingo food court. They also revamped their menu so that you can customize your bowls based on your taste. I got to try the island rice bowl and the mac & cheese bowl, which comes with your choice of protein, toppings, and sauces. You can also order sides like a Jamaican beef patty, plantains, and wings. Overall, I think the chicken has amazing jerk flavor and the mac n cheese is really good! They have outdoor picnic tables and there's plenty of parking. They are friendly too, you can tell they're passionate about their work. read more

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I had heard about this place, and it's in a food truck park with tons of parking, so my gf and I tried it. I got a jerk chicken rice bowl that maybe changed my life. I guess I had never had real jerk chicken before. But hearing the dude talk about the food while we were waiting, I definitely feel like his passion and knowledge were in that rice and chicken bowl. It was amazing. Can't wait to go back. read more

Had an amazing experience at this place. The owner is really passionate about his restaurant and I think that dedication to the craft is reflected in the food. The hibiscus cucumber splash was refreshing, it went very well with the food. From the rice + peas, the jerk chicken, the cabbage, the butter beans and even the pickled onions (The jerk sauce was amazing), all the food was delicious. If you enjoy spicy food like me, the scotch bonnet sauce is perfect because it has a high spice level, but it is also brings a flavorful sweetness that balances out the heat and makes it an enjoyable addition to the meal. read more

Here's what up at Mr. Pimento's. Absolutely delicious. The Jerk Rice Bowl. The Peas are delicious. The macaroni and cheese is next level--some of the best I've ever had. The lemonade is delicious and refreshing. The beef patty is patty-licious. The oxtail is incredibly special. Also delicious. And Clay runs a great ship. Awesome story, super healthy, the dude just knows what up. I'd recommend 10/10 and I'll be back for sure. Thanks for a wonderful Sunday treat! read more

I say this every time. The half/half bowl is so fulfilling! Bowl is balanced perfectly. Quality ingredients that feel like fuel rather than weighing you down. Love this place sm! read more

Awesome food and great hospitality!! Clay's recommendation of the half and half bowl was spot on. I will be going back and bringing friends!! read more

A great meal indeed. A truck stationed in a easy to access parking lot area operated by two cool brothers! The service was friendly and smooth they give you a pager to let you know when you're order is ready too. The jerk was kicking with spice and flavor and to balance it all out the fire Mac n cheese! I ordered 2 orders of jerk chicken and killed it all! Definitely a must try when in Austin. Also it's located near a food mart if you want drinks to pair with your meal! read more

Mr. Pimento - Food Truck - Caribbean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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The food here is fantastic. The service is amazing. Love the music. I had the half and half plate. Sooooo goooood!

Finally got to try Mr. Pimento at the Buzz Mill for dinner on a Wednesday night. It's a jerk kitchen with a lot of flavor! Overall I liked the food a lot (ate almost every bite, and others were reaching in for a try too). The Food: - jerk mushrooms with the big up fries - wish the ratio of mushrooms was a little heavier because I had a few more fries than mushrooms left. little heavy on the sauce and the charred flavor, if you're looking for that to cover any mushroom flavor - jerk chicken: a little less sauce, little more meat-flavor focused - has to be the best seller - Plantains: crunchy on the edges, softer in the middle, a little sweet, fried and warm - my favorite part Thank you to the team at Mr Pimento for the kindness and the food! I'll be back for my next craving. read more

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I was curious to see who took over the food truck of one of my favourite BBQ spots and it turned to be Mr Pimento, jerk chicken and such. I definitely had to check this place out. On my first visit, I really enjoyed the Jerk Chicken and Mac n Cheese, jerk chicken served alongside a hearty pasta dish made with cheddar, gouda and secret cheese sauce. Extra creamy, extra cheesy! The chicken was very savory and the sauce had my lips tingling, just the way I like my Jerk Chicken. My second visit was as eventful as my first. I had the Jerk Chicken and Big Up Fries. The Jerk chicken didn't leave my lips tingling and the Big Up Fries topped with parmesan, scallions, thyme, and cilantro. Garnished with caramelized sweet plantains and gently drizzled with Mr.Pimento's Jerk Sauce were a bit too much for my palate. Mr Pimento is doing an amazing job but I do not plan to visit again until after January 11, 2023 when he plans have more staffers so he can concentrate on keeping that wow factor afloat that I experience on my first visit. read more

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The food here is absolutely delicious and the owner is probably the nicest person I've encountered in awhile. I got a jerk chicken rice bowl with a side of mac. Wish I would've taken a picture, but it didn't last long after I opened it! I'm no stranger to Jamaican food, and this definitely hit the spot. It's in the Pink Flamingo food court, which is full of amazing trucks. I would recommend anyone and everyone come to Mr. Pimento! read more

The food is cooked well. But they do cater more to a pallet everyone can be ok with. If you are used to real Jamaican spices and flavor, authentic Jamaican food. You won't be satisfied, this is not it but it's good food. I try all the new Jamaican spots that pop up in Austin because I love me some curry goat but don't be wanting to put the time in. Bikkle has been the best so far in the austin area. read more

Mr. Pimento - Mix the jerk sauce which appears to be ketchup with some spices with the firefly sauce o get something kind of close to jerk sauce - Caribbean Near Me - Austin, Texas

The food and service was unbelievable. Definitely give it a try. Plantains and hibiscus tea were great additions to the meal.

Absolutely incredible. And the folks working there are so friendly. This truck is tucked into Buzzmill (a great place on its own) and every time I've come they've been closed. Had to make it a point to show up when they were open and it was everything I was hoping for and more. Made to order and quick service. I had the wings and plantains and they complimented each other perfectly. And again, friendly folks, which is half the equation. I'm coming back again to try everything they got on the menu Cheers! read more

Mr. Pimento - Jerk chicken wings and Plantains - Caribbean Near Me - Austin, Texas

Food and service was amazing I been there more than three times and enjoyed all time The stuff are kind and always ask you whenever and whatever you need read more

Smoked wings were EXCELLENT!! Try the Mac n cheese. Thank me later. I think food trucks typically offer very good fare and this one did not disappoint. read more

This was awesome! The ambiance, the food, the guy working it made it so enjoyable to hang out while the food was being made Thanks guys! read more

Mr. Pimento - Love these guys! So easy to chat with and the food is awesome! - Caribbean Near Me - Austin, Texas

I went here with my husband in the cute little food truck stop at pink flamingo. We got the jerk chicken, oxtail and Mac and cheese. Everything was so delicious. The food came out fast. My favorite was the jerk chicken, but a close second was the oxtail. My daughter loved the Mac and cheese. read more

The food came out quick and the pricing was okay, but in terms of taste it was pretty average.

I've gone here several times and these guys always kill it. The jerk chicken and jerk wings are ridiculously good, and served by the nicest dudes on the block. I am NOT a sauce guy, typically, but the flavor combination that they pull off in theirs is perfect. Tangy with a touch of sweet, *spiced* but not too *spicy.* That's a mark that most places miss, but not this joint. The quality is great and the price vs portion is incredible (as long as you're not ruining it by using Uber Eats or some crap). I go here when I am truly hungry. That said, they're always trying out new specials and right now one of them is more of a lunchy idea. Basically a Jamaican version of an empanada, but filled with their own flavors and prepared meats....for $7. Come on. Nothing in Austin costs just $7 anymore. It definitely gives me ideas that I can start coming here for a quick bite instead of just to feast. Give them a try. You won't regret it. read more

Today, these guys showed up at our daily pop-up lunch option in our work cafeteria. Of all of the pop-ups that we have had, Mr. Pimento has been the best to date. It's the best jerk chicken I have had in a while: great flavor, tender, & well-balanced spices. Great personalities on the two guys who served! read more

Absolutely beautiful people and food. You can tell the people here put their whole heart and soul in the food. I ordered the Jerk Jackfruit, and I mentioned I had never had jackfruit ever so they let me have a sample first!! So thoughtful, things like that go a long way! Overall 10/10 experience and very happy this place is at one of my favourite spots now :-) read more

Mr. Pimento - jerk jackfruit and wild rice! - Caribbean Near Me - Austin, Texas

Some of the best flavors in the riverside area. This spot is such a unique change up to the usual fares around. From the chicken, to the sides and sauces, everything tastes intentional and dank. Extremely friendly and efficient service If you're visiting the buzz mill or other establishments around the area, make sure to give it a try. This is now heavily in rotation and if they keep it rolling, it'll be for you too. read more

The Jack Fruit is awesome, and so is the chicken. If sweet and spicy is your thing this is the place.

First time trying Jamaican food and I for sure will be eating it again very soon. Super cool and friendly environment and the owner legitimately cares anoyt the food and service he is providing and i loved that. Drove from Round Rock and it was worth the drive. EVERYTHING we had was amazing. The jerk chicken was moist and fall off the bone good! Jerk sauces were fire!! But my favorite had to be the green sauce. Plantains go great with the seasoning and spices from the chicken!!! Rice was my favorite tho. Thanks man we'll be back. Thank you for the bday wishes. FROM THE PATRICKS read more

Pretty chill dude, tasty food, with just the right level of heat for me. Made a new regular today read more

Mr. Pimento - Caribbean Near Me - Austin, Texas

AMAZING! Clay (owner) was so generous and the food was absolutely killer. Everything was perfectly cooked and so fresh. Definitely make it a mission if you're in Austin to come by and try their food. Will be back again! And again and again and again! read more

Amazing food and even better customer service! Definitely recommend the Kingston beef loaded mac, plantains and jerk wings. Plenty of seating options too. read more