I recently made the trip out to Jamaica House, and let me just say--it was absolutely worth the…read more50-minute drive. If you're craving authentic Jamaican cuisine, this is a spot you'll want to keep on your radar. It's a small place but it's very cute. The staff was very friendly as well. From the first bite, everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and true to traditional Jamaican cooking. The oxtails were incredibly tender and packed with rich, savory flavor. The cabbage was perfectly cooked and seasoned just right, and the rice was a standout on its own--you could really taste the coconut milk, which added such a smooth, delicious touch. The curry chicken was another highlight. The meat was so tender it practically fell off the bone, and the flavor was bold without being overwhelming. But the real star of the meal for me was the salmon dish. It completely stole the show. The fish was cooked to perfection--tender, flaky, and full of flavor--and the cream sauce tied everything together beautifully. It was hands down my favorite dish of the night. OH!! I forgot about the coconut cloud cake... OMG!! I should have gotten two or three of them to take home. Even though it's a bit of a drive for me, it's one I'll gladly make again whenever I'm in the mood for amazing Jamaican food. We'll definitely be back sooner rather than later!

I've been to a lot of Jamaican spots in Richmond and the surrounding counties, and I will say…read morethis--Jamaica House has some of the BEST oxtails in the city. When I say the oxtails fall off the bone, I mean that. Flavorful, authentic, and cooked the way it's supposed to be. You can taste the difference. A lot of these other Jamaican restaurants out here are cooking for Americans and think people don't know the real taste. And let's be real--when you have people from other cultures cooking the food, it's hard to call it authentic. I just don't understand how it can be authentic if it's not being cooked by someone from the culture. Now I will say, compared to some other spots, like Karina (paired up with Jamaica House), they did upgrade and got bigger, and I respect that. But even there, you got a lot of Mexicans cooking the food, so it still takes away from the authenticity for me. Overall, I'm giving Jamaica House a solid 3 stars. The food--especially those oxtails--is definitely better than a lot of places out here that deserve zero, one, or no stars at all. If you want real flavor and something close to authentic, this is one of the spots to check out.

Stop by here! The food is a 10! The food is packed with flavor love the spice, not unbearably hot…read more The portions are huge. Definite bang for your buck. The team here was very inviting and patient. They were very attentive. Also the service here was considerably fast. This is a very cozy environment spacious seats and good background music playing. I have to bring the whole family by. This was a hit for sure!

We loved our visit to Hungry Eyes! We were the only ones dining in on a Saturday night, though…read morethere was a nice flow of take out orders. We got the curry chicken entree, jerk chicken, mac n cheese, plantains, and a Jamaican drink. Everything came out pretty quickly and was so good and flavorful. The chicken fell off the bone. We were pleasantly surprised by the portion sizes. The employees were really nice and attentive. One of them noticed I went to grab an extra layer and asked if we wanted the AC lowered.

The food is AMAZING! I love their curry chicken and oxtails. When you go inside the restaurant,…read moreit's very nice and inviting. Try the Long Island Iced Tea. You won't be disappointed.

This is the first time I've been there in a while. I don't live close by but I was in the area and…read morehad to pick up something for dinner on the way home. The young woman at the take out window was the worst I've seen in a long time. She talked and acted like I was bothering her. She was impatient and borderline rude. I thought maybe she was about to leave work and was in a hurry. It was only 7:30pm so I know they weren't closing. I didn't say anything. I paid and waited in my car. The food was ready in the 15 minutes she told me. So I returned to the window and told her my name. She walked away, got my bag dropped it on the counter and continued looking at receipts. No thank you, good evening nothing. Torie D is the name on my receipt. If I ever go back and see her at the window I'll leave. I couldn't fully enjoy my food thinking about the experience.

I had to go to Richmond for business saw this truck thought I would stop and check it out.. His…read morefood is probably better than most jamican restaurants.. tastes of food chicken nice a tender 4.9.. spice 4.9 the sides are great too but to each is own..great job owner.. big up your self ...

Best island food north of the islands. Spicy, flavorful,…read moresoul nourishing. Get the ghost peppers... if you dare. Very kind ownership.

A great place to dine No public restrooms however…read more I highly recommend this place I had the curry chicken and I will be back gotta try something else this time

If you're in Richmond and craving Jamaican food that actually feels homemade, M&F Cafe should be on…read moreyour list. I stopped in for the first time, and from the moment we walked in, the vibe was warm and welcoming. Everyone there seemed friendly and upbeat, which set the tone before we even got to the food. I came for the curry, and it was solid and was seasoned well, with rice and cabbage that tied it all together. Probably one of the best curries I've had in Richmond. My girlfriend ordered the jerk chicken, and said the same. Both dishes came out quickly, which we appreciated. The only miss for us were the fried plantains, which weren't quite up to the level of the rest of the meal. But honestly, everything else was so good that it didn't take away from the experience. M&F feels like a spot you'll want to keep coming back to. I recommend if you're looking for something different and authentic.

I might be a little biased because I love Liberian food, but this little spot near the VCU campus…read morehits. Excellent food. The buffet options are sold by the pound and traditional Liberian dishes like cassava leaf (excellent, sorry I forgot to take a pic), palm butter, etc are priced separately. For the buffet, everything is tasty but I highly recommend the spinach. There is plenty of seating, the place is very clean, the music is great and the staff (might have been the owner?) is so kind. Can't wait to go back next time I'm in Richmond.

I've always wanted to try Jollof rice and I'm so glad my first experience was at Africanne on main!…read moreThe food is served on a hot bar and priced per pound. The staff is very friendly and diligent about enforcing hygienic practices around their buffet. They ask all guest to sanitize their hands prior to using the buffet. Kids 10 andunder are not allowed in the buffet area. They also have made to order items you can order off a menu if you are not into the hot bar. Overall I loved my dining experience and cannot wait to eat here again.

I go here all the time and I always get the same thing--beef patty and chicken soup. Never had an…read moreissue until now. This time when I ordered my chicken soup, the young girl behind the register handed it to me and said "be careful." I didn't think nothing of it, but I made sure to hold it upright. When I got to my car and went to take it out, the cup she gave me was flimsy, old, and looked like it had been used before. The top came off and the whole soup spilled all inside my brand new Genesis G70. I called to let her know what happened and all she said was, "sorry to hear that." No concern, no effort to fix it. So I went back up there with the cup to show her. First of all, her attitude was nasty--face all balled up. When I showed her the cup, she told me the trash was behind the building. She didn't even want to take it from me. No hospitality at all. No customer service. Nothing. Then when she gave me another soup, I didn't check it until I left--but it had NO meat in it. Just straight water. I will never eat from here again. And I'm Jamaican--born in Jamaica, raised in New York. I know good food and good service, and this was neither. The attitude, the service, everything about that experience was nasty and bad-minded. Do better.

First time at Jamaican Taste and wow. The cabbage was soft and seasoned perfect, rice & peas fresh,…read moreand the stewed chicken tender -- not tough at all. Tried the curry goat too and it had that real authentic flavor. Definitely one of the better Caribbean spots in Richmond."

Best jerk chicken in Richmond. I'm not debating it. Smoky, spicy, perfectly charred -- the kind…read morethat makes you pause mid-bite and just nod. It's not just heat either, it's real flavor layered all the way through. And the portions? Ridiculous. They don't believe in small plates over here. You'll open the container and immediately realize you made a great decision. Consistent every time. If you leave hungry, that's on you.

I've been on a serious Jamaican food kick the past few weeks, trying spots all around Richmond and…read morethe surrounding areas, and recently stopped by Irie Ting. Overall, it was okay--definitely some hits and a few misses. Staff was nice and the place was cute. They had a packed house on a Wednesday night. We ordered a variety of items to really get a feel for the menu. I was especially excited to try the oxtail and mac & cheese egg rolls since everyone raves about them, but honestly, they were just mediocre. Not bad, just not as flavorful or memorable as I expected. On the positive side, the fish sandwich was really good--nice and not spicy with great flavor. The wings were also a win: tender, well-seasoned, and cooked just right. And the sweet potato fries? Absolutely delicious. We also tried the Rasta pasta with added salmon. The pasta itself was very flavorful, and the salmon was juicy and cooked perfectly. The only thing that threw me off a bit was the cold vegetables on top of the hot pasta--like the cucumbers. It's possible that's part of the style, but it just wasn't something I'm used to. Still, overall, the dish tasted really good. I'm actually a little disappointed I didn't get the oxtails this time--that's usually the true test of a great Jamaican spot. If they can make a tougher cut of meat fall-off-the-bone tender, you know they're doing it right. I'll definitely be back to give those a try. For now, it was a decent experience with some standout items. I'm open to going back and trying something different, but at the moment, Jamaica House still has my heart.

Service was nice, Food was about $45 for the both of us. We got the beef stew with white rice &…read morebean large lunch with sweet plantains it was delicious! Although you can tell they use cheaper quality meat for the beef stew. It was still delicious

Cómo el único restaurante Boricual, La Palmera, cerró hace años, yo he comido y sigo comiendo en El…read moreCaribe (comida Dominicana) en la Hull St. Voy los Miércoles cuando hacen patitas de cerdo sancochas! Tienen un menú extenso con especialidades cada día de la semana. Las muchachas del Caribe son fantásticas y muy atentas! Es como estar en familia. Los veo allí!

I ordered take out while attending a conference in richmond. The restaurant is intimate and has a…read morebar. The service was great. The food was ready for pick up when I arrived. The fried chicken was cooked to perfection. Seasoned well. The yams were perfect, not too sweet or sugary. The collard greens were tasty. The chicken came with a corn muffin which was a little over baked. Overall, food was delicious and I ate most of it.

Went here with my family and I will say the food is good. We both had the catfish and were a little…read moreunderwhelmed to be honest. It wasn't as seasoned as I expected it to be for a soul food restaurant. The Mac and cheese was about a 6 and the greens weren't very flavorful so we have them a 5. The candied yams were really good. Very tender and not too sweet. Our server wasn't the most personable, but he got the job done. The music was great! Parking was easy on a Sunday evening. I do recommend this place, but just be prepared to use the tartar sauce for your fish if you want a little razzle dazzle.