I ordered a family meal from The Jerk Shack and wanted to explain how it works for anyone who prefers to know the flow ahead of time. You order at the counter first, then find a table and sit down. They bring the food to you when it's ready. Fountain drinks are self serve, so you can refill them as needed. The person at the counter was helpful when we were deciding what to order, which made the process easier. The food came out fairly quickly and everything was hot, fresh and very flavorful. We got the mixed chicken, yams, fries and mac and cheese and all of it was sublime. The chicken stood out the most, well seasoned and cooked just right. The fried plantains and hot rolls are worth adding. Both were very good and complemented the meal well. There was also a man playing trumpet and a DJ, which added a nice background energy. It felt lively without being overwhelming and it made the experience fun for me and the kids. Overall, it was a smooth, predictable setup with great food and a comfortable atmosphere. I would go back. read more

The Jerk Shack - Mix Chicken Plate - Caribbean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Closest thing to a home cook meal. It's good 8/10 I recommend this over fast food Orange wings 8/10! Fries 8/10 ‍ read more

I recently tried The Jerk Shack and had a mixed experience. Although it didn't really give me an authentic Jamaican feel, some items were still enjoyable. The chicken was crispy and delicious -- I got the sweet and spicy, but to me it tasted more like a buffalo-style flavor (just my opinion). The fries were actually the highlight for me -- really good, well-seasoned, and flavorful, even though they reminded me more of an Indian-style seasoning than Jamaican. I also did enjoy the coconut bread, which was soft and tasty. The mac and cheese wasn't my favorite, and while I didn't try a large portion of the menu, what I did have just didn't fully capture that Jamaican flavor I was expecting. That said, the space itself is really nice -- the inside is cute, and I especially loved the indoor/outdoor bar area. It's a great vibe overall, just not quite what I expected food-wise. read more

The Jerk Shack - Caribbean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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The Jerk Shack is a really solid spot overall. The food was the highlight across the board. The curry shrimp plate was amazing--rich, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The fried chicken definitely lived up to the hype, crispy on the outside and juicy inside. The jerk chicken was also really good, though I was hoping for a bit more heat to really bring that authentic kick. It was just a few things that kept it from being a 5-star experience for me.  It seems that the  service and overall ambiance didn't quite match the quality of the food. The restaurant felt like a fast food type of place. When we arrived, staff were eating and drinking at the counter while we were trying to ask questions and place our order, which made the experience feel a bit unpolished and inattentive. Those are things that are correctable and could be different on the next visit. Despite that; the food and the flavors alone make this place worth trying. read more

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Place is hidden just off main highway. The place can get packed real quick since there aren't too many tables and space is small. The menu is basically à la carte! Food was good but nothing out of this world. Lady that took my order was very nice and explained how everything works after telling her I was new. Overall, not a bad place but it does gets expensive with separate sides. read more

The Jerk Shack - Trying for the first time! - Caribbean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Giving this place a five stars on the chicken. It was top notch. Food: the fried chicken was real good! Full of flavor and very crispy. That was great. The jerk chicken was decent. The rice was ok. The Mac and cheese was dry and not that cheesy. I will definitely come back and try more things off their menu. I just got the wrong sides. Chicken was great. Attention management! Your floors and tables are extremely sticky. You must fix this read more

The Jerk Shack - Caribbean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Never disappoints!!! Every time we eat here we always enjoy the food. I would love to eat these dishes with regular utensils instead of plastic, but I understand why they do it. Don't skip this place for the best Curry Chicken in Texas! read more

The Jerk Shack - Curry Chicken - Caribbean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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If you crave Jamaican food, you have come to the right place! Oxtails and jerk chicken are staple and our go to! We've tried the wings and fried chicken as well - cannot go wrong with those options too. Sides we have tried are the rice and peas, Mac n cheese, greens, plantains, yams, and coco rolls! Food so good my eyes close and puts me in a state of euphoria! The flavors are bold and robust! Come early as they do run out of oxtails and wings! Fun facts - Michelin Star and featured on Guy Fieri's Diners, Drive Ins, and Dives! Veteran, Minority, and Women Owned! read more

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The jerk shack was absolutely delicious! We went with some friends and together we got a little bit of everything so we could try a lot. They have a variety of options but it's not an overwhelming menu. It was our first time having jerk chicken but everything we ordered was seriously so good! The service was great. The employees were nice and the food was pretty quick and definitely fresh. The spot was nicely decorated, lots of natural light and plenty of options to choose from. We enjoyed the spot overall. read more

The Jerk Shack - Ox tail plate - Caribbean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Visited the top-rated Jamaican restaurant 'The Jerk Shack' in San Antonio the other day. The place was featured on Guy Fieri's Triple-D show, and I can see why. The interior's rather busy but it's livened up by the wall collages and interesting art. There's a picture of Stan Lee that comes out of nowhere but...hey, Excelsior! :-) Had their signature plate of jerk chicken, fried chicken, marsala fries and yams with brown sugar. Absolutely delish, the fried chicken was perfectly done and both the yams and fries had a delectable sweetness. Some reviewers on Yelp have complained the jerk seasoning was too spicy-hot. Spicy? Yeah, if you normally eat nothing but ketchup or communion wafers, sure. But it's nothing compared to local Thai or Tex-Mex. This place scores a 5 out of 5 on the 'CTJ Scale', as noted below. 5 out of 5 stars: Come-to-Jesus good. Would be OK passing away after finishing a plate here. 4 out of 5 stars: Come-to-Mary good. Would be OK having a nosh here with Mother Mary. 3 out of 5 stars: Come-to-Joseph good. Would be OK having a beer here with Jesus' Dad. 2 out of 5 stars: Come-to-the-Apostles good. Meh. Wouldn't have my last supper here. 1 out of 5 stars: Come-to-Nobody good. I wouldn't have my penultimate supper here, either. read more

The Jerk Shack - The chicken combination plate (jerk and fried chicken) along with marsala fries and brown sugar yams. GET THIS! - Caribbean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

I got the mixed chicken plate which comes with jerk chicken and fried chicken as well as 2 sides. I chose Mac n cheese and masala fries based on their recommendations and added the coco honey butter rolls. The rolls were soft and pillow-like but maybe a little too greasy from the butter. Mac n cheese was average. The fries though were heavenly and seasoned with the perfect blend of spices. Both types of chicken were good, but I preferred the jerk over the fried chicken. The fried chicken was crispy but didn't stand up to the spices of the jerk chicken. If I'm ever in the area again I'll definitely be back to try their other dishes. read more

The Jerk Shack - Mixed chicken plate with fries and Mac n cheese - Caribbean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Its been a while since I visited this shack. Long over due. My experience today was not what I remember. The curry chicken had an adequate flavor but nothing amazing. The cabbage and rice were good. The service was nice and helpful when I ordered but she spent so much time on her phone. read more

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The food here was off the charts good. I am Jamaican and my wife was a superb cook and the food here was as good as the best I have had in a long time. Awesome Jerk chicken. Great food presentation and great service. Top of my list when I come to San Antonio again. Nice location and facility also. read more

My husband and I visited The Jerk Shack today, and everything about our experience was excellent from start to finish. My husband ordered the oxtail plate, and I had the fried chicken plate with mac and cheese, rice with peas as my sides--all absolutely delicious! Every bite was full of flavor and clearly made with love. The chef personally came over to ask how we enjoyed our food, and I told her, "10/10. Highly recommend." She was so kind and offered to let us try the bread with coco honey butter (I cannot recall the name) and the yams--on the house! Let me just say... man oh man, were they good. I'd never had yams before, but theirs were so flavorful and perfectly sweet that I'm officially a fan now. I can't believe it took me this long to try it finally. The food, service, and hospitality at The Jerk Shack were all top-notch. The decor and dining area are good. Parking is a bit scarce. We'll definitely be back soon for a third time. read more

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The food taste good but beware of the extra fees for cost of living. The menu said $9 for fried green tomatoes and I see my charge of $14.75 on my card. The math doesn't add up read more

If you are in San Antonio and want great Jamaican food this is the place to go. The chef here is world famous and she has been on the show Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives. The oxtail were amazing and the Mac and cheese is so delicious. You order at the counter and they bring the food to your table. I always had the fried chicken and it was fried perfectly and was crispy. read more

The Jerk Shack - Oxtail plate - Caribbean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Food is expensive, but really amazing, so it's worth it. My group of three shared a mixed chicken plate (with grilled and fried chicken) and a curry chicken plate. Everything was hot and delicious. My favorite was the cheesy grits - so tasty! However, they had the Jamaican music going a little loud. This wouldn't have been that big of a problem except they had the TV playing World War Z at about the same volume. So we were trying to enjoy our food while listening to both chill island music and people screaming as they were getting killed by zombies. It was funny for like 5 minutes, but we couldn't really talk to the people we were eating with because of how chaotically loud everything was. But still, I'd go back and take friends to try the chicken and cheesy grits! read more

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Busy day at The Jerk Shack--and honestly, I was happy to see I wasn't the only one with a jerk chicken craving. I live across town and made the 32-minute drive because when the craving hits, it hits. I meant to order coco bread and beef patties... and somehow completely forgot. Instead, I went with the chicken curry (served with rice and cabbage) and a three-piece jerk chicken with greens--and wow. It just hits. Deeply seasoned, bold, comforting, and full of flavor. Even after the long drive home, everything was still hot and absolutely delicious, which says a lot. The chicken is so well seasoned--layered, savory, and unmistakably jerk. You can taste the care in every bite. The staff is friendly, the vibes are good, and the food is 100% worth the wait. Next time, I'm starting my meal as soon as I get it and taking the rest home--lesson learned. I'll also definitely remember the coco bread and patties next time (famous last words). Highly recommend if you're craving real, satisfying Caribbean flavors. It's worth the drive every time! read more

Delicious jerk chicken. Soft, juicy and tender, falls right off the bone. The chicken definitely has a kick to it so if you're sensitive to the spice, I would eat with caution. The place is small but they found a way to fit as many tables and make it spacious as well. Staff was super friendly and helpful with ordering and providing suggestions. read more

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After seeing this restaurant come across my instagram page I wanted to give it a try as I'm always looking for a good Caribbean restaurant. When I arrived it was around there peak lunch time and there were a good amount of people there which was a good sign of the food being good! I opted for the chicken sandwich and the side of macaroni. The sandwich was good and the macaroni was ok, I would definitely try another side next time I go. read more

The Jerk Shack - Jerk Chopped Sandwich side of macaroni - Caribbean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Love this place. Casual atmosphere. Lots of food options. Fast service and incredible jerk chicken!!!!!the jerk chicken is seasoned well, tender and spiced just right. The the sides are delicious as well. I love the greens and the yams. Great place on 151 for amazing Jamaican food!!!! read more

I love the food here. Its made with so much love and flavor. Service definitely varies depending on when you come. But its a great spot for a family dinner. Can be pricey but they have specials everyday read more

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My friend & I went there just out of curiosity. It's a little hole in the wall so why not? They have music playing, a chill, laid back sorta joint- I like so far. We checked out the menu and they had a nice selection. I'm very selective & also sensitive not to mention, I don't eat much, so we opt to get a 6 piece fried chicken we'd share, mac & cheese for me- and my friend got the fish with grits, & two other sides. The young lady behind the counter was fantastic! Super friendly, and just very helpful. The food did not disappoint. The presentation was great & everything tasted phenomenal. I'll probably return one more time before i relocate at the end of the month. I'll try the jerk chicken with the rice & plantains next. Stay tuned. read more

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Tasty fried, tasty chicken, and spicy salsas. What more could I ask for? Love this place.

This was my first time having Caribbean food and I would highly recommend giving The Jerk Shack a visit! I came on a Thursday and got their Lunch Box Special. I mix and matched both chicken options and both were great! The *Jerk Chicken was flavorful and juicy. The *Fried Chicken was also very seasoned and crispy. The *Potato Salad was a bit heavy but I liked the *Mac & Cheese. They were very generous with portion sizes and I think the special price is worth it for how much food you get. Service was great and the girl at the cashier was very helpful with recommendations and explaining things as it was my first time there. Atmosphere was lively and they had fun music playing. Parking is easy as there is a big lot in the back if the front gets packed. They do have different specials everyday so I will definitely be back to try more! read more

The Jerk Shack - Thursday Lunch Box Special (Jerk Chicken + Fried Chicken) (Sides: Potato Salad (GF) + Mac N Cheese (VF)) - Caribbean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Great food, the chicken was soooo good, I need to come back and try more items. Mac and cheese was one of my favs read more

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Came here for dinner on a Friday evening. Had no wait time but most of the tables were taken. Our food came out fairly quick after we ordered I had tried jerk shack a couple years ago when they were a food truck and I'm happy to report it's as tasty as I remember! The chicken has a fantastic smokey flavor, and the chicken itself is super juicy and delicious The rice and peas were solid, I don't think I'd go for the yams again, they tasted like canned yams with a ton of sugar added, way too sweet and a not great flavor overall. I tried some of my friend's masala fries and those were really nicely seasoned. I found myself reaching to their plate for more quite a few times Overall great experience, the subpar side is definitely not enough to dock them given how good the chicken is. Highly recommend if you're looking for jerk chicken in the SA area read more

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I have to say out of all the places I've eaten in San Antonio this is the place I recommend first to anyone. The food really stands out I mean I could eat this every week! I had the mixed chicken plate and the fried green tomatoes and my wife had the shrimp and the sticky chicken. We were amazed the food was so tasty full of flavor and cooked to perfection. I loved the portions and definitely got full. The staff were very friendly and our food came out pretty quickly. In the restaurant you'll find really cool art work and interesting books on the shelves, I love that it is open for customers to check out. I cannot wait to come back and try the rest of the menu, but it'll be hard not to get that mixed chicken plate! read more

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My partner found this place my just searching around the area. My dad have been at the hospital for 71 days. I needed something quick and fast. So we decided to try this out. I didn't take a picture of the fried chicken and mac and cheese. The food is delicious and tasty. I got the jerk chicken and potato salad. The potato salad is wonderful. I'm most definitely going to go back again for sure. The chicken is so tender and juicy. If you're on the fence, you shouldn't be. You should try this place out. read more

The Jerk Shack - Potato salad - Caribbean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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This was the first time I went here and I wasn't really impressed. Food was a bit salty across the board, particularly the shrimp. I also didn't like the fact that they make customers pay a mandatory service fee for take out. Seems a bit distasteful. I understand wanting to provide more for your team members but baking that into the price would be more "palatable" for customer. My opinion. I will give it another shot though, as I enjoyed the chicken and greens. read more

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Everything was perfect. At first, I was skeptical on the price. The oxtail plate was up there but it is the best Jamaican oxtail I've had. The flavors had depth. Most places just have their gravy carry the oxtail but I can tell the kitchen takes the time to brine the meat. The jerk chicken was solid and full of flavor but the fried chicken was peak fried chicken. The service was impeccable and the staff is great. The Jerk Shack is a must try if you're in SATX. 10/10! read more

The Jerk Shack - Jerk Chicken with Fried Chicken - Caribbean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

The Family Meal is an amazing value and provided a diverse, flavorful spread that everyone enjoyed. Between the generous portions and those incredible fried green tomatoes, Jerk Chicken Shack is definitely a spot worth visiting! read more

I've eaten here once and returned today (second time this month) for oxtails but they were out of that along with yams and other main dishes. This is the usual here. I honestly think it's overpriced for the amount of food and in comparison to other Ja spots I've been to. The service is okay. They're nice but I wish they would answer their phones for orders // to know if they have things before I waste my time driving there. Overall the food is good and the ambience is pretty chill & nicely decorated. read more

The Jerk Shack - Curry Chicken, 8oz Chopped Jerk Chicken, Sauteed Cabbage N Carrots (VF) (GF) - Caribbean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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We've driven by this place a few times whenever we're in town heading to our hotel, so we decided to pick up some dinner to go. We tried out a few items like the Beef Patty, Masala Fries, Mac & Cheese, Potato Salad, Coco Roll, and Jerk & Fried Chicken. All were delicious, but I think the ones that stood out to us were the chicken, beef patty and my husband's personal favorite were the Masala Fries. This was our first time trying out something like this, and now it won't be our last! read more

The Jerk Shack - Caribbean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

This place was a hard one to rate...but I had to go with the pros vs cons, which left me in the middle... Some things about my experience are hopefully just an anomaly...I arrived exactly at 11 when they opened and there were already 2 guys sitting down waiting on their order. It looks like the food comes out in 15-20 minutes, which is ok. I saw mine sitting under the lamps for about 5 minutes and it looked like a girl was trying to fix something on it. Ok, I get that. After 5 minutes another girl took it out from under the heat and had it sitting on the counter. I walked up and asked the first girl if that was my order and she said it was but that she was waiting on jerk sauce that wasn't made...Guys, "jerk" is in your business name....why was it not made before opening? But after all that waiting and "fixing", she still didn't drizzle the jerk sauce on my chicken, as it shows on their website. Still not sure what I waited for. I ordered the mix chicken plate, because I wanted to try a few things...it comes with 2 fried chicken, 2 jerk chicken and 2 sides. The menu board doesn't say the price for that plate, but it does for everything else. So my ticket was $29 for the plate and no drink. When I got home, I looked at their website and it says $24 for that plate and $5 for sides (which are listed as $6.50 on the menu board). Just wanted you all to know the actual pricing is not what you see online. The jerk chicken was amazing (even without the drizzle) and feel off the bone. Fried chicken and plantains were very good. The "famous" masala fries were regular fries, sprinkled heavily with Jamaican rub seasoning, which has sugar and other spices...too sweet for my taste. Maybe if it was more salt and less sweet they might have been good. I see on their website now that it says sweet and salty, but I didn't see that on the menu board. Wait staff went about their business, but they weren't very warm. There were two girls up front and one of them never looked anyone in the eye when it was obvious they were waiting for some attention. Everyone just looked around awkwardly at each other. The place was cute and clean and had good music playing... Pretty sure I won't be back... read more

10 out of 10 easy!!!! I've been here several times but realized I never posted a review. The food here is amazing. I didn't think I could find jerk chicken this good in San Antonio. The chicken has nice smoky flavor and is seasoned very well. The meat falls off the bone and is very juicy. The French fries had a sweet/spicy seasoning on them what was extremely flavorful. They have plenty of seating and space. The staff is friendly and patient. Looking at the menu, you'll want to try everything and it may take you a while to pick a selection!!!! I highly recommend that everyone try this spot!!!! read more

The Jerk Shack - Jerk chicken and Fries - Caribbean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Food was so awesome we had to go back the next day to see if it was a fluke..... It wasn't. If you like spicy... and I do, you have to go try it. read more

This isn't authentic Jamaican jerk chicken as you might expect. If you've never had real jerk chicken before, it may be fine--but if you're familiar with authentic Jamaican flavor, you'll likely be disappointed. Also, be aware it may contain coconut, in some of the food so use caution if you have allergies. read more

The Jerk Shack - This isn't authentic Jamaican jerk chicken - Caribbean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Guy who took our order was too busy on his phone and rude. Did not have half the items on the menu. very disappointed.

I had "Jerk Shack" book marked on my Yelp for a long time! My husband and I finally tried it and it was an experience beyond any expectations! We were so satisfied and in awe at how delicious EVERYTHING was! I was not surprised after learning (prior to visiting) that they are recognized by the Michelin team! I ordered the sticky chicken and fries with masala. My husband ordered the mix chicken plate with collard greens and Mac & cheese! For our appetizers we ordered the shrimp and the fried green tomatoes. Every single food item complimented all the other items and you can taste the quality and precision in the cooking. Everything was cooked to perfection! I have heard nothing but great things about the jerk shack and now I can concur and highly highly recommend! The ambiance and service are just as immaculate and make the experience that much better! I cannot wait to return! My husband and I intend to try everything on the menu! read more

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