PT Just Jerk is an absolute gem--a true portal into a Jamaican oasis. The moment you step in,…read moreyou're welcomed by warm, friendly staff who make you feel like family. The space is clean, spacious, and filled with good vibes that instantly put you at ease. A friend recommended this spot to me, and I'm so glad they did. I stopped by for the first time yesterday and was so blown away by the flavors, I came back today for another plate! I had the jerk chicken with rice and peas, cabbage, and sweet plantains--everything was seasoned to perfection and full of authentic Jamaican flavor. The chicken was juicy with just the right kick, the sides were comforting, and the plantains were the perfect sweet touch. Between the incredible food, welcoming atmosphere, and amazing staff, PT Just Jerk has officially become a new favorite. Highly recommend!

Customer service is terrible. don't bother calling ahead because you'll be waiting. Jerk chicken…read moreisn't great, it's more like baked chicken.

Food is amazing, service is friendly and ambiance is island like…read more Cow-foot soup is recommended

Omg the goat curry and chicken curry was delicious! They give you so much meat for the portion…read moresize, I've been trying to find the best Caribbean restaurants in this area and you get the most bang for your buck with this place. The service was so good, the two ladies working there were so friendly and made sure I ordered the things I want since it was my first time. Parking can get tricky, but you should be fine if you're just picking up.

I am impressed with this little spot in Irvington! I saw 5 stars but 2 reviews and just had to try…read moreas I am always on the hunt for great jerk :) I ordered a jerk chicken, veggies (cabbage, peas, carrot, corn and green bean mix), hardo bread and plantain. The Jerk chicken was really good but not phenomenal. It was well seasoned but missing the char from an actual jerk grill. The sauce was sweeter then most sweet jerk sauces in NJ and closer to the NY version of sweet jerk sauce. Which I personally don't mind. The veggies were good not too soggy or limp which is usually an issue that occurs in a jamaican spot. These veggies were very flavorful, they added curry which was simple but delicious addition to boost flavor. I really appreciated the thought. Plantains were slamming and hardo bread was fresh. Hubby ordered curry goat and said it was good. Not sure if good was just good or great good because he devoured it so quickly, I didn't get to taste it. I will definitely be back in for more jerk and those curry veggies. Service was nice too. Friendly people.

I found this spot by surfing Yelp, and was I amazed at the find. Ballos has excellent well smoked…read morejerk. I had both pork and chicken well seasoned and just enough heat. When I'm back in the area I will be back to eat again. Just finished eating... Nap time! Be careful parking off the main street is recommended.

Oxtails are the bomb . First had them off the truck in a park last summer & just so happen to live…read morein the area of the restaurant. Service is amazing they're so nice and welcoming !

The curry chickpea roti... EVERYTHING!!! I also got the stewed chicken,, rice & peas with cabbage…read more Sending the Chef many thanks... I shared with my Mother & she loved it. Thanks for sharing your cultural culinary gift with us

Solid food on the plates, great tunes on the speakers, super sweet staff behind the counter. Great…read moreneighborhood spot to eat some AMAZING Jamaican food. Highly Recommend

From the owner: MacKariba Kitchen is an authentic Jamaican take-out restaurant located in Irvington, NJ. Known for…read moretheir flavorful braised oxtails and mouthwatering jerk chicken, this local gem offers a taste of the Caribbean right in your own neighborhood. Whether you're craving a hearty meal or looking to spice up your lunch routine, MacKariba Kitchen is the go-to spot for delicious Jamaican cuisine.

Another small, hole in the wall place that you can easily miss if you blink, but don't blink, make…read moresure you get in there and at the very least grab a patty or two for lunch, beef, chicken, oxtail, pulled pork, just to start. That was enough to hook me the smells when you walk in could hold you there all day. Next up will be a nice platter so I can properly taste everything. Get there!!!!!

Overall the food was delicious. Ordered the oxtails and the curry goat to go. Both dishes were…read moredelicious and served hot, even made it all the way home to enjoy. My only complaint was the plantains, they were overdone. Despite this I would still come back.

The food here is incredibly clean, fresh, and absolutely delicious. Every dish tastes like it's…read moremade with care and high-quality ingredients. You can really tell they pay attention to both flavor and presentation. The place itself is very well maintained, which makes the whole experience even better. I highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for a satisfying and enjoyable meal. Whether you're coming for a quick bite or a full dinner, you won't be disappointed. Definitely one of my favorite places!

The joy I'm feeling as I type this review is indescribable. FINALLY, I have found a PROPER Jamaican…read morerestaurant with PROPER JERK food and for a reasonable price. The chef is in the back GRILLINGGGGG that meat- oxtail, chicken, goat meat, beef ribs. Meat, that I as a Jamaican, never imagined could be jerked, they jerk and it's delicious. The flavors and the tender meat- just wow. This is literally a gem in for the state of NJ for sure. I'm telling ya'll, I have been to MANYYYYY restaurants and the jerk is always baked. People are out here eating baked chicken, calling it jerk and NO THANKS. I'm so grateful to R'SZN Jerk Center. If you want real, authentic, Jamaican jerk, this is the place to go. I promise you won't be disappointed. I wish I had pictures to attach but, it's gone, finished, and eaten lol

Decent Creole food, but not consistent!!!!!…read more I visited Neguess Creole Restaurant and had an average experience. The flavors were there, and some dishes were enjoyable, but others felt a bit underseasoned and not as fresh as expected. Portions were reasonable for the price! Service was polite, though a bit slow at times, especially when it got busy. The atmosphere was casual and welcoming, but it could use a little more attention to cleanliness and organization. Overall, it's a decent spot if you're craving Creole food, but there's room for improvement in consistency and service!!!

I decided to get takeout from neguess for the first time after watching their promotion videos on…read moresocial media. I got the griot with black rice. The griot was cooked perfectly. I just wish there was more given for the price. My mother got the Lalo with rice and beans. The Lalo tasted good but i also felt the portion of it was small. The both rices were good. The sauce on the side to put on the rice could've used more flavor and the pikliz was not spicy in my opinion. I would preferred it to have more of a kick. But overall it was pretty good, I would get it again especially the griot but I would most likely do it during the lunch special.

Fresh patties. My whole family of all ages loves them. Highly recommend. The owner is a wonderful…read morelady as well. Grateful to have this establishment in our community.

Have been coming here since high school. Mrs. Joy is the sweetest lady. The best patties in town in…read moremy opinion (for the best price)! I have been loving the spinach patty lately but you can't go wrong with any of them. Used to always get the beef cheese patty on coco bread back in the day which is delicious as well. Have heard great things about the other food, too (oxtail, etc)!