This plate did not disappoint. The oxtails were tender, rich, and full of flavor, and that gravy with the rice and peas was everything. The cabbage was perfectly seasoned and the plantains had that sweet caramelized edge I love. And the rum cake? So moist and flavorful I almost wish I had ordered two. Definitely a meal that leaves you full and happy. read more

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I placed a call in order and was given a 20 minute pick-up time, I arrived approximately 23 minutes later, checked on my order and the front cashier said my order was not ready. Several customers came in while I waited and placed their orders and about 25 minutes later they all were getting their orders. I waited about 15 more minutes and checked on my order, same cashier checked my name and said it's not ready? By this time I'm getting a little frustrated. I waited and a trucker came in and placed an order, he and I conversated about my wait time, mean while more customer orders were taken and received their food. The trucker and I began jokingly saying, ok this next meal coming out will be mine, and she never called my name/order, so another 45 minutes has passed and I asked her(cashier) about my order and with a tid-bit attitude she said no it's not ready (note) I only order a oxtail meal and a plain oxtail side. 15 minutes later another lady came from the back (kitchen) randomly asked waiting customers if they were waiting for pick up and of course I said yes! and shared how long I'd been waiting. That lady looked in the warmer to check orders placed in there and there was my order! read more

On Friday July 31 'Simlo on Wheels' food truck came to my job in Fayetteville. I stood in the hot sun in line to place my order. I waited very long but when finally receiving my order I did not get what I ordered. I paid $16.99 for a roti goat entree and did not receive the goat nor potatoes inside the bread. I called the restaurant and received no answer, due to voicemail not being set up yet. I am very disappointed in this experience as I was referred to try this place from another colleague. Wasted my time and my money. Not sure I will take another chance with them. read more

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Absolutely authentic, excellent and friendly customer service. Straight from yard type flavor. All jerk meals actually done on a grill, diverse and flavorful menu, must try. Real country cooking, if you know you know. Seasoning to the bone and fresh food that's even done to order. read more

The food was great. I got 2 Beef Patties and the Jerk Chicken Rasta Pasta. The Beef Patties were cooked prefectly and were fresh. The Jerk Chicken Rasta Pasta was full of flavor and tender. They give a BIG portion also. It was enough food for me to eat 1/3 at the restaraunt and I ate the rest for dinner and some a breakfast the next day. It also has great reheat value. The inside is nice and welcoming. They have plenty of space, not too cramped. Customer service was great. Next time I am in town I wil defenitely stop by again. read more

SimLo's Island Cafe - Jerk Chicken Rasta Pasta - Caribbean Near Me - Fayetteville, North Carolina

Literally so good! Very flavorful and fresh, one of the best Jamaican places I've had in a while. read more

SimLo's Island Cafe - Jerk chicken plate and plantains - Caribbean Near Me - Fayetteville, North Carolina

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Woooo child. If you're not hungry don't go here. Best Jamaican food I've had EVEN when I was in Jamaica. My husband had the oxtail (for 2 meals in a row - it was just that much food); I had curried goat (good thing I only had 10 fingers cuz I was licking every one of them); and my daughter had stewed chicken. I didn't hear a word from her when she was eating. She had two meals also. Their food is amazing. Be ready to wait because it's made to order. People are waiting but no one seemed impatient. I think one gentleman that ordered couldn't wait to get home - he sat down to eat part of his meal before he left. If we didn't have hungry grown folk at home waiting, we would've done the same. This is one of my favorite new spots! If I could give 10 stars I would. read more

Door Dash that doesn't delivery and takes people's money. Can't order $90 worth of food and they don't deliver and DoorDash, credit card, and business expect the customer to pay for food not received although each entity knows the food was not delivered. Not a problem with the food, always good when you get it read more

This was some of the best Jamaican food i've ever had!! And the fact that we got it delivered and it was still good. I had to review! We got a few items: Jerk Chicken, Oxtails and a couple sides. Everything was delicious. The cabbage had to be one of my favs. From the texture to the taste, it was perfect! The rice and peas were fluffy and perfectly cooked. I want to try a beef patty next time im here. But yall gotta try for yourselves. read more

SimLo's Island Cafe - Jerk Chicken - Caribbean Near Me - Fayetteville, North Carolina

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The Jamaican/ Caribbean food scene has never impressed me here in Fayetteville. I actually stray away because it just hasn't been good. This is by far the best in Fayetteville. Nice clean space with minimal seating. The music definitely threw me off. Not sure if it is always like this but the vibe was very 90s Pop, think Backstreet Boys. The food took about 15 mins to come out. The food was great. The curry chicken patty was hot n ready. Ordered the oxtails with rice n beans n cabbage, stew chicken and curry chicken with white rice. All the meats were great! The rice and beans were on the sweet side. Not my favorite and would recommend the white rice. The cabbage was good and a lil spicy. The oxtails were flavorful and tender, they didn't give a lot, but enough. Very pleased. Highly recommend, will be back! read more

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Food is amazing definitely go here and get the jerk foods and oxtail and plantains fs

The food was decent but it was a 45 mins wait. Because it was made to order. Next time stick with ready to go orders. read more

SimLo's Island Cafe - Jerk chicken shrimp pasta and oxtails - Caribbean Near Me - Fayetteville, North Carolina

Amazing soups. Well flavored and not too salty. I will definitely go back to try the other dishes.

My first time visiting - Food was really good. I had the combination plater- oxtail, garlic butter shrimp , peas & rice & cabbage ... I'll definitely be going back soon .. this will be my spot So I went back again yesterday ( 9-2-24) this time I got another combination plater - oxtail, jerk shrimp, peas & rice, cabbage & I tried one of their sandwich - oxtails, Mac cheese , beef pattie on coco bread.. My food was delicious read more

SimLo's Island Cafe - Homemade juices - Caribbean Near Me - Fayetteville, North Carolina

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Very tasty. Jerk was not too spicy. It has a slightly milder heat than what usual jerk has. The stew chicken was also very flavorful. Both dishes the meat was tender. I did request extra sauce on my rice and peas but i did not get that. But the rice was still very fluffy and yummy. And where my plantains? No plantains with meal? And that juice. I can tell it was made will all fresh fruit!! Loved that! read more

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I came to pick up an order, the order said it would be ready by 8:18 for pick up. I did not receive my food till 9pm! I understand a wait, that's normal- but the woman at the counter didn't even apologize for the 40 minute wait! They didn't even check on the order I was waiting for until I walked up a second time! Great ambiance but terrible customer service. read more

Talk about a home-cooked meal! You definitely get that feeling w each bite. Overall: Food 10/10 Service 9/10 Ambiance 10/10 Each plate gets complimentary plantains & a choice of 2 sides. ------ Jerk Pork 9/10 Juicy thick cuts! I did bite into a few parts that were a little dry and chunks of fat, but overall, delicious. Oxtail 9/10 Definitely got that authentic taste! Pieces were cut into thin slices, but the flavor too good to care lol. Rice & Beans 10/10 Full of flavor and cooked perfectly, not dry at all. You can def taste the coconut milk! Mac & Cheese 7/10 A little dry, but tasty - but i'll let you guys decide on this one ;) Plantains 10/10 How does anyone mess this up? lol Cabbage 9/10 It's cabbage... read more

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Great food!! The staff did a great job of getting me in and out. Definitely worth it.

Excellent one of my go to places to eat. If you like variety of flavors I say this is one to put in your archives

The food and atmosphere here is always amazing. I love the service as well. It feels like family.

Love love love this little gem! Whenever I'm in town, I will get the curry chicken. Hands down best Jamaican food in Fay.

Don't have white meat chicken. Some don't eat dark meat. Angry customer service people

I have never had bad food from this place. On point every time. Usually get the curry chicken and goat.

OMG! This is one of the best Jamaican food spots in this area. I've been here quite a few times so this review is long overdue. Very friendly staff; the food was fresh and flavorful and it was so much. I had enough to last me the next day and this was a medium order. Also, finally a Jamaican spot that can actually make Mac and cheese right. 5 stars across the board!! Big big ups read more

SimLo's Island Cafe - Jerk Chicken Fried Chicken Stir Fried Cabbage Rice & Beans - Caribbean Near Me - Fayetteville, North Carolina

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The Best restaurant we have eaten at in years. The food was incredible. This our first time eating there but we will definitely be back. The service is also outstanding. One of the best restaurants in Fayetteville read more

Stopped by today for a late lunch... Decided to try the Brown Stew Red Snapper with a double serving of cabbage as my sides. Not doing carbs so didn't want the rice...The fish was flavorful and seasoned to perfection. However, I could tell the snapper was not freshly cooked... Pretty much heated up one time too many. The cabbage was delicious as always. Just an observation for the restaurant cook; you'll need to closely monitor the red snapper and eventually get rid of it if you don't sell within a reasonable time after the fish has been fried/reheated and stewed in the Brown Stew sauce. The snapper is not cheap as you know so no reason to serve it when not at its best! read more

The food was fantastic! The employees were kind and helpful. The selection of items available was extremely comprehensive. It feels like a restaurant in Jamaica. They have everything you'd expect to see in a restaurant in Jamaica. Many restaurants just have curry chicken, jerk chicken and rice and peas but that's it. They have many types of patties, different Jamaican beverages, soups etc. Overall great experience. read more

SimLo's Island Cafe - Jerk Chicken, Rice & Beans, Stir Fried Cabbage, Fried Plantains, Ting. - Caribbean Near Me - Fayetteville, North Carolina

The food is so good. We have tried the oxtails, jerk shrimp, and brown stew chicken. All the dishes were delicious. The service is good but please note they get busy. The ambiance lets you know you are about to have some delicious food. read more

Great tasting food. I had the curry goat. Well-seasoned. Patties were nice and hot. Easter bun is a little dry but I know they don't make those. Pleasant service. read more

Food is great. Here's the recommendation. Call and place order in advance!! Atleast 1 hr. The wait is forever Long. Pickup has some of the longest lines. read more

6.25.24- The Mac n cheese was $5 the portion size is worth the price. The service was great the host helped out with me ordering my food. The oxtail was everything I wanted it to be it was cooked to perfection nice and tender full of flavor. Cabbage was shredded and a little sweet which I didn't mind it paired nice with the rice a beans with extra gravy. The location is I nice place for for a lunch date. I will be back soon and I will be bring friends. read more

SimLo's Island Cafe - Medium Oxtail , cabbage and Rice & Beans - Caribbean Near Me - Fayetteville, North Carolina

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Amazing! I LOVE Jamaican cuisine and must say this place was absolutely great! I was so impressed and will certainly be back frequently!

The jerk chicken plate and jerk pasta were exceptionally delicious . I'll definitely will be back.

My son recommended this place. It was delicious. I have the curry chicken and. My husband the jerk chicken. We both enjoyed our food. The fresh squeezed drinks. We also great. read more

What can I say I drove 2 hours to get their food and will do it again. This is my second time driving that far for the food. One of the best Carribean food joints there is in the area. They are opening a new location and I'm sure the quality will be just as good. LOVE their food!!!!! Got my friend hooked on it to. :-) read more

It was fast but the quality wasn't what I am use too. Atmosphere was nice staff seemed busy professional just not friendly.

Oxtail Mac and cheese sandwich is a big no. Never again. For $20 there's only a minimum amount of oxtails. Not worth it.

The service was good but the sandwich was hyped I paid $22 for it which is high I thought it was be a 10/10 but in reality it's like a 6.5/10 read more

SimLo's Island Cafe - Mac Patty Oxtail Sandwich - Caribbean Near Me - Fayetteville, North Carolina

I had SimLo's Island Cafe for the first time today. I had the curry shrimp with cabbage and white rice. It was delicious! The service is amazing. The atmosphere is great awesome, great music. read more

Food was so good! Wish I had leftovers to show for it! Got the medium oxtail with rice and plantains. My oxtail was fall off the bone, 10/10 on the flavor scale. My boyfriend got the medium half and half jerk chicken&curry chicken with rice and plantains (I tried some of his chicken and it was soo delicious as someone who doesn't even eat chicken like that, not dry and has a ton of flavor) I also went within an hour after they opened too. Anyways, I wanted to write a review for this place as this was my first time going here and encourage other first timers to try this place out too! So glad I found this place, will definitely be coming back more often to try other things. Price for two people was almost $40 (I gave tip) but again, we both have leftovers after eating this for lunch, so we are getting dinner out of this too lol so not too bad for some authentic good food! read more