Some of the best, if not the best, Jamaican food I've had in Los Angeles. The oxtails were incredible, super tender, rich, and full of flavor. The sides were just as impressive, especially the mac and cheese and the plantains. They also give really generous portions so you definitely get your money's worth. I ordered takeout and everything was still hot and fresh when I got home. This place definitely gets busy, but it is absolutely worth it. Highly recommend if you are looking for amazing Jamaican food. read more

HORRIBLE FOOD!!! I'm so sad my community has been hyping up this trash ass spot. Not only did their fishy ass catfish land me in urgent care, the rest of the plate itself was really bad. I've never been so disappointed. WATERY mashed potatoes that are plain right disrespectful, HARD crunchy cabbage, and CHEAP ass yellow mac and cheese. This was so far from Jamaican food. My stomach was turning the whole ride home which ended with me throwing up for 2 hours. To top it off it's dirty as fuck in there. Not a single table wiped down. Place need to be shut down read more

Also hate that I have to give it this rating and hardly ever give mad ratings. I love supporting local businesses and black/brown owned businesses, but the customer service is poor and crazy check in process for pick up/takeout. Yes... you read that right, check in process. We live up the street and it was our first time trying this spot to finally see what the buzz was about. I paid for the food using Apple Pay and had my husband pick it up. I did read that when picking up, you need to have a matching ID and the CC used to pay. So I sent my husband with both. The security who checks you in gave him such a hard time about it and denied his entrance because it needs to be the same name as the person on the receipt! So I had to go. I arrived, parking is difficult to find although it's in a residential area. So after I showed him my ID, CC, and Email confirmation, he then has to write down all this info from your email?? He said the last 4 digits didn't match my CC, so I let him know I paid with Apple Pay. He then asked me to open my Apple Pay App to then look at the history?! The food is good and flavorful , but in LA, you can find that elsewhere without all the hassle. We will not be going back, that's for sure. Hope I can save someone a trip if they're traveling far for this to pick up for a friend or spouse. read more

I don't like to give low ratings but the system here for ordering should be addressed for a better experience for the customer. When you walk up there are two lines outside. One is for walk in and the other is for people who have already ordered. The security guard tells you when it's your time to go inside to stand in another line to order or pick up. Mind you the lines inside are semi crossed and confusing, so if the guard does not walk you in and point you to the correct spot you might be in the wrong line or unknowingly cut someone. There's a large menu board but it does not have the full menu stating the cost for additional sides, drinks or combos. And if they run out of items you don't know until you're at the window. When you get to the window they have a paper menu, I'm not sure why it is not available before reaching the window which would be convenient and save time. After I stood in line I ordered and received my number. They do not call names or numbers, I was told to get in the other line after 30 minutes, bruh! The food is good but dang near lost my appetite after so much confusion and lack of organization. They accept Zelle and Apple Cash. read more

Tev's kitchen - Barbi wings, oxtail, rice and peas, cabbage and Mac and cheese. $48 - Soul Food Near Me - Los Angeles, California

One of the best meals I've had this year. The oxtail and mac & cheese were standouts, everything was packed with flavor. Portions are generous enough that one plate can easily feed two. The covered outdoor seating area is a nice touch. If you can, call ahead to order. Worth the wait! read more

Tev's kitchen - Oxtail + Jerk Chicken - Soul Food Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Itis!! Food coma!! This will be your result after eating from Tev's Kitchen. You're looking at Oxtail, Rice, Mac 'n cheese and Cabbage. I also purchased Wings, something I don't normally order. I saw the glistening sauce on a wing someone was eating, and I was curious. Don't skip on the cabbage. It's so tasty and perfecrly spicy which made it hard to stop eating. I purchased this order to go, arriving home over an hour later. I did not warm the food, and dove into the oxtail. They were small but plentiful, perfectly seasoned and the meat fell off the bone becoming addicting. I ate a couple of the tender wings and used the sauce as lipstick. Finger licking good. You'll love the wings . The Mac 'n Cheese will be your demise. It was tepid by the time I got home, but with every bite it was richer and more indulgent. Each bite was gooey, creamy and felt like a warm hug. I can only imagine how rich it would taste hot. I also loved the diversity of people in the restaurant. So many different cultures coming to share a meal. Good food brings people together. Parking is difficult but you'll find it. If you're lucky, you'll see the house with the cats and chickens. read more

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INSANE!!!!!!!! $34 for a small handful of jerk chicken that's semi sweet? The 3 small SIDES consist of macaroni, cabbage & rice.... How on Gods planet does this come out to $34? where? how?? $40 for oxtail... The food itself was cool, clean place, friendly workers... But whoever came up with these prices and portions is insanely greedy and inconsiderate, borderline evil. Lets not normalize blatantly getting ripped off. read more

Tevs has the best Jamaican food in the city. I order ahead to skip the wait--it's worth it. The oxtail and boneless fried chicken were the star of the show . Perfection. Don't skip the Kool-Aid. Clean, friendly. Rotating men! weekend specials--check the menu. read more

6 stars if I could. I think about this place everyday. if someone asked me "where is the best food in LA you've ever been?" without even thinking I would say here. you will have absolutely zero regrets. absolutely phenomenal. read more

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absolutely outstanding food and great customer service. food is fresh and the restaraunt is clean and spacious to dine in if you want to.

Nice covered patio area outside to eat and a few booths inside. Security guard is on site. Second visit and Tev's does not disappoint. Service was straight to the point. Enjoyed steak, mac n cheese and broccoli. A complementary cup of Koolaid was a nice treat. read more

Tev's kitchen - Jerk & garlic sauces weren't needed. - Soul Food Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Tevs kitchen is a must have when in la and looking to just hang out! food is heavy so that's why i say on a chill day lol but nonetheless very good, exceptionally good at that everything was amazing from the jerk chicken to the short ribs! The sides now they're on a level all alone just delicious!! service was great, super friendly and inviting they do triple check when using a credit card for online orders so please make sure to have the card handy and ID they do not mess around ! read more

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This is easily some of the best soul food I've had in LA and I've lived here for a very long time. All of it tastes very authentic. Anything on the menu served jerk style is the best. The vegetables are actually fantastic, and the fact that it comes with Kool-Aid is both hilarious and delicious. read more

Came about an hour after open on a Friday, steady people stay coming thru I waited for my food. Got Half Oxtail Half Jerk Chicken. Nice folks at the counter. Oxtail was soft and flavorful falling off the bone. Chicken was smokey spicey and tender. Mac was good flavor Drank was good Ate in the back . Calm area worth the $ read more

Caribbean soul food restaurant with delicious food and generous portions. Service was friendly The menu is small so it was easy to choose what we wanted to try. We had four platters and it was so much food-oxtail, goat curry, jerk chicken and fried (boneless) chicken. Love the bold flavors of the food here. Every platter was served with mac & cheese, rice and peas, cabbage and fried plantains plus sweet iced kool aid. The oxtail was AMAZING and the jerk chicken was some of the best I've tried. The oxtail was very tender in a savory sauce that went really well over the rice and beans. The jerk chicken was well seasoned with a great smoky flavor. The goat curry was meaty and flavorful. The fried boneless chicken was good but I loved everything rise even more. The mac and cheese is so good too and I wish my stomach had more room. Definitely recommend Tex's kitchen! read more

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Absolutely delicious and exactly what I wanted. I will say the flavors were more soul than Caribbean- no gravy. They have a mixed plate option: the oxtail/short rib combo (50) is a hefty portion of both with rice and beans (not peas) a lightly spicy mac & cheese, cabbage and a few plantain. Didn't have quite the tendernism but good nonetheless. Definitely enough to share or left overs. Must eat read more

We arrived 30 mins after opening and the OUTSIDE line was already queued up! In line for a good 25 mins before getting to the INSIDE line!! =O 35 mins before we got to order and 20 mins before the food was ready!! That's probably average wait time right there. Inside has tables for eating / waiting with fans circulating the afternoon air. After all that time, I'm happy to report the food was worth the wait!!! =O. Tried the short ribs that came with seasoned cabbage, rice and peas, Mac and cheese and plantain. Also tried the chicken wings (delicious savory sauce) which came with the same sides as well. No choice on the Koolaid (but once home, tequila made it tasty!). The short rib was tender and delicious; tasted like oxtail but with less work to eat it. Two Jamaican American thumbs up!! =D My Mexican girlfriend who's never had Jamaican Soul Food before loved it!! We'll definitely come back and if you don't mind waiting, Tev's Kitchen, y'all come check it!! =D read more

I'd been wanting to try this place for a while but was a little hesitant about spending $42 on an oxtail plate. I'm all for supporting Black-owned businesses, but the price gave me pause. I ordered online early and was number seven, so I didn't have to wait outside, which was definitely a plus. When I arrived, it took a few minutes to be acknowledged, and I was redirected a couple of times without clear communication. I expected an ID check, but the process felt excessive: having to show my email, ID, credit card, and then Apple Pay. I wouldn't have even been able to place the order or show up without matching info, so it felt a bit unnecessary. That said, I'm aware they do give a generous portion, and the food was good. However, I've had comparable oxtail plates in LA for less, so while I'm glad I finally got to try it, I'm not sure I'd go out of my way for it again. read more

Tev's kitchen - Soul Food Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Tev's & Family Kitchen is pure comfort food done right. The plate was loaded with tender, fall-apart meat that was slow-cooked to perfection--rich, deeply seasoned, and full of flavor in every bite. The mac and cheese was creamy, cheesy, and baked just right, while the cabbage and sides balanced everything out with that homemade, soul-food touch. Portions are generous and filling, and you can really taste the love and care put into the food. Nothing feels rushed or generic--this is the kind of meal that reminds you of a family kitchen, not a fast takeout spot. If you're looking for hearty, satisfying soul food that hits every time, Tev's & Family Kitchen is absolutely worth the stop. read more

Tev's kitchen - Soul Food Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Tev's deserves all their 5 star reviews. The food is consistently delicious! I have tried the jerk chicken, short ribs, wings and oxtail. The oxtail is my favorite! Their sides of macaroni and cheese and cabbage are really good, I eat the rice as well but with the other food choices it's not what I waste my stomach space on. The kool aid is suppper sweet, like the kind you used to make when left home alone as a child. The ordering process is a little different. I order online then when you go to pick up security verifies your credit card and ID. They direct you to the order window to get your food. You can order inside but the line is often long and then you will wait for the food next. On weekends they have a vendor selling delicious desserts. It's not somewhere you're meant to sit down and eat. Check their Instagram for current food selections as the menu offerings change. read more

Got this Cajun steak pasta from Tev's Kitchen and it was absolutely amazing. I believe it's a jerk pasta although I am not a fan of jerk I don't feel like it gave jerk flavor. I feel like it's just a very well seasoned Cajun kind of pasta. The steak was good, it wasn't chewy. It wasn't hard. The salmon was good. The salmon was really good. The sauce was good wasn't too creamy really flavorful big portion ate some for lunch dinner and then lunch the next day very pricey, it was $40. Would I have it again absofreakinlutely. read more

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Garlic mashed potatoes Mac n cheese cabbage chicken tenders salmon rice and gravy got me craving more. Line was short and moved quickly during the week. Folks are friendly and respectful. Indoor seating available should you decide to dine in. Ample street parking. Would love for them to offer delivery service because calling orders in requires someone to answer the phone read more

Tev's Kitchen This food is so good, it honestly reminds me of my childhood. I grew up eating Belizean food and occasionally jerk chicken, so this was everything for me. The flavors are incredible, rich, bold, and so comforting. Easily 100/10 The plates are always packed to the rim, like they do not hold back The price ranges from about $30-$45, but it's absolutely worth it. One plate can literally last you three days, which makes it such a good value. I would highly recommend Tev's Kitchen and I can't wait for more locations to open up near me Please give this a like if this was helpful read more

Tev's kitchen - Jerk chicken and wings plate - Soul Food Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Their goat curry and cabbage are SO DIVINE!~ This was my first time having goat curry, and I hesitated because I never had goat, usually I don't like "gamey" meat like lamb. I'm so glad I took the leap to try it at Tev's because I fell in LOVE! The curry is so delicious, the aroma is still dancing on my taste buds even through the Kool Aid. That's just amazing. Oxtail was also flavorful, fall off the bone tender. Cabbage is a must have. My husband wondered how they made it so tasty. I wish I had more stomach so I can eat more. Portions are huge, so I have food for days! Staff were so friendly and welcoming, you feel like family. Will definitely stop by whenever I'm in LA! read more

Tev's kitchen - Goat curry is BOMB omg - Soul Food Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This is the best Jamaican food I have ever eaten in my life and I'm not even sure how much better it can get than this. Insanely delicious mac and cheese and tender oxtail. Just go eat here man. It's hella expensive but worth it. 9.5/10. read more

Tev's kitchen - Oxtail, Mac & Cheese, Cabbage, Plantain. - Soul Food Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The food is good, but not consistent. One thing no one talks about is the butter cake that you can order when you get to the register to pay--I don't know if you can order butter cake online as I've only been in person. That butter cake is delicious! Butter cake is a cousin to pound cake, but butter cake isn't as dense and it's more moist than other cakes. Also, this butter cake comes with a glaze that you pour on top. It is absolutely delicious. Highly recommend. If you decide to eat there, Tev's has a patio in the back. Bring a jacket or sweater as it tends to get chilly in the afternoon. On one occasion they turned on the heating lamps which was great. read more

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NO WORDS JUST TASTES SO GOOD. 10/10 BEST CABBAGE BEST MACNCHEESE BEST OXTAIL I'VE EVER HAD IN MY LIFE. The staff is also very kind! I ordered pickup so it was very smooth and got it immediately! The portion was so big that we shared it between two people and still had leftovers. Still thinking about the oxtail... will come back. read more

Pro-tip: they serve jerk chicken on Saturday and Sunday only. You're welcome! I wanted oh so badly to like this place, but I must keep it honest-- sometimes the hype train is off the rails. So first and foremost, I don't know a single, not one authentic Jamaican cuisine that serves what is regarded as their signature dish solely just on the weekends. Like what's a pizza joint without pizza with the exception of the weekend ? C'mon now. Their menu changes it seems daily. I came here on a Tuesday which means it was ..... wing day. And they were not even baked, but fried. Well, I came all this way, so maybe I should be more open minded. With the wings, at least you also receive 2 sides plus broccoli (you know for fiber). Also kool-aid drink too. Now let's start with the positives : Mac 'n cheese : slaps. Seasoned. Made with love. One of the best side Mac n cheese from a hole in the wall I have ever consumed. Broccoli vegetable side: seasoned at least. A bit salty. Okay. Garlic mashed potato's: fantastic. Under the auspices of the Jamaican jerk wings, so the 'flavor' of the sauce of the wings mixed it . Its taste was extremely pronounced and creamy. I wouldn't put this below the wings though. Detected a couple hairs in them.... Ewww.... Wings: hahaha NOPE. Extremely disappointed. Now keep in mind these are their wings, but they assured me they dab it up with their famous jerk sauce. The jerk sauce had zero, and I mean zero flavor. If this is indeed the same sauce they use for their regular jerk chicken , I'm definitely not gonna be a fan . It is neither sweet , nor spicy. And that's the sina qua non of a good jerk chicken au jus. In fact, the sauce was so mild and bland, that if this was a blind taste test, and i didn't know it was a Jamaican restaurant , the last thing I would know is they're jerk wings. I don't want to be mean to the owners, but I'm just being honest. Their jerk sauce needs a fine-tune up if Im ever going to consider it among the pantheon of the greats. Not the greatest experience . For 26$ , I could do better. read more

Tev's kitchen - Jerk wings tuesdays. No jerk chicken. Sides amazing, jerk wings lacked flavor . - Soul Food Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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The food is absolutely delicious!!! The cabbage makes your taste buds do a dance!!!! The mac and cheese is amazing, along with the rice and peas. The people who work there are very nice. One man who worked went the extra mile and helped me carry the drinks to my car. The vibe is great. The music is wonderful. read more

When you walk in you know you're about to eat good! It's the large dance hall environment and the DJ playing the tunes for me! They even have an outdoor patio area. Soon as we arrived the food was ready brought to us! I swear I'm still thinking about the oxtails, cabbage, rice, and that delicious punch! How could I forget about that Mac and cheese! That was delicious too!! You'll definitely leave full when you go to Tevs. read more

(I'm honestly writing this five minutes after I left and I had a few bites of the food in my car) Words can't describe how good this food is! I first saw it on TikTok and knew I had to try it when I was in LA--and they did not disappoint. I ordered the jerk salmon plate with mashed potatoes, mac and cheese, and broccoli. Every bite was packed with flavor. The mac and cheese was creamy yet firm, the mashed potatoes were silky smooth, and the jerk salmon had the perfect crust and seasoning. Even the broccoli surprised me, with just the right touch of bell peppers and a hint of Cajun spice. Speaking of spice, I ordered an extra side of Cajun sauce, and honestly, I could drink it! The staff was incredible--from the security guard at the entrance to the woman taking orders, and even the staff floating through the restaurant. Everyone was welcoming, helpful, and genuinely kind. I visited on Valentine's Day, and they were handing out dozens of boxes of donuts to customers for free! That level of hospitality made the experience even better. Yes, the wait was a little long, but that's expected for a family-run spot serving fresh food. Plus, they load up your plate, so the price is well worth it. The security guard mentioned they now offer online ordering, which helps with the lines. Their hours on Yelp say 1:15 PM - 6:30 PM, but they actually serve until they sell out--so some items may be unavailable later in the day. The restaurant itself is nice inside, and they have an outdoor patio I didn't get to check out. Overall, this was an amazing experience, and I'll definitely be back! read more

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Can't say enough good things about Tev's. Food was so good and flavorful that I forgot to take pictures but will be back to get some. I went on Thursday and got two Jerk chicken pastas, one Jerk chicken and shrimp pasta, and a Cajun chicken pasta and the flavors were great. The chicken was juicy and shrimp was cooked to perfection (not tough or rubbery). The Cool-Aid reminded me of my childhood, ice cold and it happen to be a hot day so that added to the nostalgia of drinking Cool-Aid for me. The service was great, didn't have to wait too long to order or to get the food and the vibes are chill with great music and a TV playing movies. Definitely a must have spot in LA read more

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Went to try bcz reviews and comments were mostly good but when we arrived, parking is limited & in residential area.. check-in/pick up order process isn't clear. Staff needs better customer service training!! We paid nearly $150 for 4 plates!! Order 2 fried chicken wing platters, 1 with bbq and unfortunately they passed those orders off with old a$$ chicken wings that tasted old & like trash!!! 4th plate was oxtail & short ribs which was decent.. Was told order would be ready in 10-15 minutes however we stood there waiting for over an hour! Not to mention they didn't have any of the menu items claiming they were sold out however people were still picking up the alleged sold out items in the hour plus I waited to get my order! Sides were decent but I definitely could have spent $150 elsewhere for way better food and at least it would have been fresh!! Won't be returning! read more

Terrible customer service! Ordered AND paid online in advance for a party. My boyfriend went up there and they gave him hell. Went on a rant saying they needed the receipt proof cuz it's a third party. He showed them it and they proceeded to say they still have to refund the order and reorder it. So he was there for an hour for a few side orders of Mac and cheese. Will never order from them again. Also when you're there you might hear them call out order numbers so you'd assume you'd wait for yours to be called. Don't. They literally must pick and choose. Cuz your food could be sitting there for however long till you go up and check on it. Just messed up! The 2 stars is because the Mac is pretty good. read more

Sensational to all senses!!! Taste, sight, smell, touch, sound. Talk about some delicious, comfort food, this is it! Quality meats. Generous portions. Friendly service. My son found this gem of a place which is not close to us by any means. He has to drive 45 minutes to get to Tev's, but let me tell you, you would drive 8 hours for this food. It's that good. No exaggeration. Fam favs: Ox tail, short rib, curry chicken and jerk chicken. The Mac n Cheese is some of the best Mac n Cheese we have ever had! (And we've been around the world) Don't forget your punch. It's amazing! Tev's situated in Vermont Square L.A. area, near Martin Luther King Blvd. Parking is on the street. Some seating inside but for the most part it's a pick up and go spot. They close early, so check the hours before stopping by. Highly recommend. Bon appétit! read more

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Honestly, worth the wait for months I've been seeing multiple people talk about this spot. I never got a chance to go so while I was on this side of town, I decided to stop by for lunch and let's just say I'm glad I did. The service was amazing. Everyone that worked there were friendly with a smile on their face And very welcoming ,the ambience. , was cozy. The inside is very small, but they do offer a nice outdoor seating area, which they had a few games for you to entertain yourself while you wait for your food. The food I definitely give it 10 out of 10 not only because the portion is big enough to feed more than one person or for you to have leftovers but also because there was flavor in each bite. I definitely want to come back and try their soul food and let's not forget the delicious dessert that was served on the side shout out to Ryuh bakes . read more

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I'm so disappointed because every food blogger on YouTube recommended this place. My food was terrible. My salmon and macaroni was dry as the Sierra Dessert. The jerk chicken was awful. The mashed potatoes were average but the Kool-aid was good. Just don't have a diabetes problem. read more

Pretty good food, it definitely fed me for DAYS, and DAYS, they gave me enough food to feed the whole Block!!!!

This place had been on my list for years and decided to finally try it! And the food did not disappoint. I did the online order and the earliest pick up was about 2 hours so make sure to take note of that. Once you arrive parking can be a little tricky since there isn't much. There was a hiccup with the decor at the front that Checks your id, transaction email and debit card. He was giving me a hard time with it as I looked through my email and literally showed him what he was looking for. But after that he gave us our ticket and we walked inside to pick up the order. I ordered the Oxtail with jerk chicken and just wow. The Mac and cheese was so good, the cabbage had so much flavor, and the oxtail was just mouth watering. That good plate can feed 2 to 3 people let me tell you! So for 50 dollars you can make it stretch because they serve you a heavy plate! Must try and I will absolutely order again. read more

Tev's kitchen - Oxtail and Jerk Chicken - Soul Food Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The food is ok to me. It's not Caribbean food at all but it's cool. The oxtails flavor is no where near Caribbean tasting and the portion size went down and they changed the serving trays to a smaller size. The short ribs are cool but they skimp on those as well. They spread them out to make it look like you have a generous portion and then piles on so much gravy to camouflage the portion. But the prices aren't cheap. But if you don't feel like cooking it does the job. read more