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    The Jerk Shack

    4.2 (779 reviews)
    ModerateCaribbean
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Mike L.

    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.

    Trying for the first time!
    Frankie M.

    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.

    Rex C.

    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

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    David J.

    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!

    Michelle L.

    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!

    Ox tail plate
    Katie G.

    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.

    The chicken combination plate (jerk and fried chicken) along with marsala fries and brown sugar yams. GET THIS!
    Michael B.

    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.

    Mixed chicken plate with fries and Mac n cheese
    Johnny H.

    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.

    Doretta W.

    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.

    Oxtail plate
    Janel F.

    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.

    Oxtail plate
    Cory H.

    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.

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    Esme N.

    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!

    Mariana T.

    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.

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

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

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    Are they BYOB?

    Yes. They are BYOB. On my last visit, there was no corkage fee too.

    Hello Yelp! My Wife and I eat gluten free. Are there decent options here? Are they conscious of such things? Thanks!

    Unless she has some secret gluten ingredients, the jerk, rice & peas and oxtail dishes should be gluten free. I would ask Chef what kind of flours she uses for everything else (like the fritters and fried chicken)

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    Little Jamaica on Wheels - Jerk chix

    Little Jamaica on Wheels

    3.3(97 reviews)
    19.7 mi
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    I went to the new brick and mortar restaurant on New Braunfels near Carson. It used to be a…read moreTank's Pizza from back in the day before Tank's moved. I could tell by the parking lot signs. I went inside and noticed how big and spacious it was inside. The service at the counter was friendly. I ordered a beef patty, jerk shrimp with rice and peas and cabbage and a ginger beer. The ginger beer was spicy but it wasn't anything that I would order again. The shrimp, cabbage and rice and peas were delicious. The beef patty was a little burned but still good. I'll return to try their other items in the future. I'm grateful that a Jamaican restaurant opened up a little closer to me and I didn't have to drive further out to San Pedro and 410 or 151 and Military. I wonder if this is the same Little Jamaica that used to be off Walzem and 35 back in the 2010s.

    I was looking for a place to eat and fate brought me here…read more Little Jamaica has a hard stand place, but this review is for my food truck experience at the AAFES parking lot at Fort asam Houston. The curry goat was delicious, but I am also looking forward to the oxtail. The service was great. Friendly and quick, Ms. Yolanda explained their set up locations, and offered me the I think I waited less than 5min to get my complete order. If you were interested in something quick and easy, consider their beef patties. Spicy and tasty. Service is A1, food is next level. Certainly a good alternative to burgers and BBQ...which I love, but enjoy a break from. Waiting for the next time.

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    The happy hour offered daily is great. Lots of plates that are so delicious and priced affordable…read more The regular menu is also fantastic. They moved location about 3 weeks ago and I love the vibes of the new location just down the street. I always receive great service. Check out the lunch buffet. Tasty and inexpensive. A great way to sample different offerings. Do it!!!

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