We were driving through Macon and found this amazing Caribbean restaurant. The jerk ribs and chicken were top notch. The Jamaican patties were melt in your mouth delicious. The homemade fruit punches were amazing and so different than anything we have had before. The service was excellent and everyone was super nice. If we are driving through this area again we will be back!! read more

Looking to try something different and affordable and worried about if it is good ... then you should try Tropical Flava ... well worth the visit read more

I've heard many positive comments about this place. On a quick trip back home, I decided to stop by around 2:00 p.m. yesterday for (2) to go plate. To my surprise, the parking was full which peaked my excitement. As we parked, we observed customers leaving with orders. The host met us at the entrance and said they were closed and we could come back later that day. It was apparent, they had a significant sized group of people inside. We clearly stated, our order was to go. That didn't matter. Well, I guess Tropical Flava has all the business they need. How can you lock the door on customers as they were about to walk in? Why would we come back if this is the first impression you give? I was furious with the communication and will not go back. How can you close at 2:00pm when your Sunday hours are 1:00-7:00? read more

Oh my this is the most under rated restaurant in Macon! Try the ribs, the roast pork, the escovitch red snapper! And the pina colada cake is delicious, but the sweet potato cheesecake is to die for! read more

Tropical Flava - Caribbean Near Me - Macon, Georgia

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The food is amazing and the people are so nice!!!! My sister got the chocolate cake at the recommendation of our server. I wish I could share the picture of the pure joy in her face. Also the food is a lot. Not something you can eat in one sitting. read more

Tropical Flava - Caribbean Near Me - Macon, Georgia

Ordered takeout.. Jerk chicken with rice and beans stir fried veggies and plantains, food was delicious, seasoned well and was still piping hot when I got home! Also the man who took our orders (forget his name) was nice and explained the menu to us before we ordered. read more

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If I could rate this restaurant 0 stars, I would. If you value great customer service and being a valued, loyal customer, I would absolutely advise you NOT to eat here. Every time I place an order at this restaurant, there is a problem. I called to place an order for pick up.. willing to even understand their wait times for the day. I was told by a gentleman named Melvin, that they were no longer taking orders over the phone for today. When I asked to speak to the manager , he refused to let me speak to the manager over the phone, continuously stating that "they were extremely busy". I had a taste for fish, so I didn't mind ordering at the restaurant to eat THERE, since they were no longer taking orders over the phone. Once at the restaurant, there were only about 4 tables taken where customers sat to eat. I was told that I would not be allowed to meet with the manager for a better understanding, and I was also refused the opportunity to order and eat AT the restaurant. Beyond distraught , I have decided to no longer spend my money at this location, considering the fact that as a business, they act through horrible business practices. The food is already overpriced -- its just not worth the neglect or hassle. read more

Great food and awesome service! The owner James is very personable and was able to answer all my mom's questions with patience as she has very strict dietary needs. They have a lot of vegetarian options which was a nice surprise. I always get their jerk tofu with rice and peas (beans). You also get a nice warm cabbage salad which sounded weird but upon trying it, it instantly became a favorite. The jerk sauce was a nice mix of sweet and heat and the tofu was cooked to perfection! I always take my friends from out of town here as a lot of them have never had Jamaican food, and they have done nothing but sing the restaurant's praises. They don't sell alcohol here but you are welcome to bring your own wine, beer, or spirits. Their fruit punch is made fresh and absolutely the best choice to compliment your meal! Support local business and eat here as it most definitely not going to disappoint!!! read more

I would be willing to give the restaurant two stars because the presentation of the food was nice and the flavor was decent. However, the overall experience was terrible. After being seates it took about 10 minutes for the waitress to come and introduce herself. Yet, with 2 other wait staff on the floor and only 4 tables seated in the entire restaurant, thats pretty damn pathetic. Upon deciding what we wanted we were told that none of our choices were available. Then the waitress explained that they did have them, but that they do not cook their specialty items unless they have a full restaurant. After placing our order we sat for 1 hour, 43 minutes. The food finally arrived and it was literally drowning in butter. Upon finishing it took another 40 minutes just to run our card. 20 dollars per plate for beef chicken and pork. The restaurant is in a great locale right across from Ingleside Village Pizza. However, even though some of the reviews for this restaurant are 5 star, I have eaten at Waffle House's that season their food better. Eat here at your own risk. You may love it and you may not. Though, we will not visit this restaurant again, unless they make some serious changes. read more

Overall, awesome place with really good food! Positives: As stated, the food was great. I had jerk chicken and my wife had Salmon. My kids shared some pork. The flavor on the jerk was great. The vegetables were like a stir fry assemble. Bright in color and meshed well with the meat. I had the cucumber ginger juice with it. The servers were super friendly. Negatives: the decour is low budget. The bathrooms were clean, but seemed to be put together by a high school kid who just watched a home remodeling show and thought he could do it. Also,....it was slow. We got desert, so that added time, but it took us 2 hours to eat there. Final thoughts...When I go to eat at a little hamlet of a restaurant, I don't expect fancy....I want something unique and really good food. They delivered! read more

Staff was nice and friendly. Sanitation and Presentation is a must. Food was nicely plated, taste was okay, rice was dry to some pieces were hard, and the food was not hot enough it was at room temperature. Also, cooks were not using gloves when handling the vegetables and food. read more

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I've been meaning to leave a review of Tropical Flava for years. I've been a loyal customer here for around a decade (way back to when they first opened by the Macon airport). I would have given them 5 stars then and they still get 5 stars now. The food here is consistently delicious. You can't choose wrong here, everything on the menu is tasty. My personal favorite is the oxtails with rice and peas, plantain, stir fry cabbage and the homemade fruit punch. Right now due to covid-19, service is take out only. You have to call to place your order and they'll come to your car to accept payment and bring the food. It's a little sad because you miss out on the wonderful atmosphere the inside restaurant had. Gorgeous plating, beautiful decor, and wonderful music. I know that when things return to "normal" that will be something to look forward to. In the meantime, be sure to come here and get some delicious, authentic tropical flava! read more

This is the real deal. Fantastic food. I had the jerk tofu it was the best vegetarian meal I have ever had at a restaurant.

Excellent food and service. The portions are very generous. Had the jerk pork and it was very well seasoned with just enough heat. read more

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I feel like I am in the Islands! Delicious, freshly prepared food, awesome service and clean, beautiful decor. Escape and experience the Caribbean right here in Macon! read more

Tropical Flava - Caribbean Near Me - Macon, Georgia

I've eaten here twice, and pretty sure there won't be a third time. The portions are good, the prices are more than the usual jamaican restaurant, and the flavor is nonexistent. If fact, my home cooked jamaican dishes are more flavorful than this "Jamaican " restaurant. Not to mention the cashier, she tried hitting on my wife (calling her Bae). I guess, we will take the trip to Golden Krust from now on! read more

The food is pretty much spot on but the service from the servers is horrible. I think it might be that way from the automatic 20% gratuity charge. When you bill is $40 and gotten better service at Waffle House on a $20 meal, I have a hard time playing 20% and my drink has been empty for most of my meal. read more

AMAZING Caribbean dishes. If you want to have a taste of the Islands, this is the place!

This place is amazing. It's the best kept secret in the Macon area. If you have any interest in Caribbean cuisine, run don't walk! I would post a picture of my meal (jerk chicken) but it's a pile of bones!! The service is incredible as well! read more

Tropical Flava - Caribbean Near Me - Macon, Georgia

We ate there last weekend and we were throughly impressed by the tasty dishes and attentive staff/service. I chose the garlic shrimp; it had a large number of good sized shrimp that were perfectly cooked in a yummy garlic sauce. It was served with fried plantain, white rice, and some wonderfully seasoned veggies. The presentation was lovely and the plate was garnished with a colorful onion flower. My companions enjoyed their chicken curry, jerk chicken and jerk pork, very much. We all decided we'd be sure to come back again soon. Management brought us free samples of their in house made fruit juices, which we very savory. But, at about 6 dollars a glass, a little too pricey for my budget. read more

Tropical Flava - Garlic Shrimp Dinner - Caribbean Near Me - Macon, Georgia

Best restaurant in Macon. My brother used to have business in Warner Robins, he has lived all over the US (and the world) he will tell you Tropical Flava is one of the best restaurants he has been to and insists on going back every time he comes through. If you like fish the escoviche is amazing (vinegar veggies really make it stand out). A universal favorite is the ox tail and a friend visiting from out of town just said the jerk pork ribs were the best he'd ever had. I usually get the stewed chicken but honestly I could live of the black beans and rice and cabbage that comes with every dish. The decor and service are island style so be prepared for that. The owner (James) is incredibly professional and personable. You can always get your food to go and take it across the street to society garden. read more

Strolled in on a hot spring day, party of two. Very comforting atmosphere, helpful and welcoming waiters, and solid air conditioning. Shared the restaurant with a motley crew of high school language teachers and some very jolly-looking gentlemen who walked off with a large bottle of hot sauce. While the menu was slightly overwhelming for newcomers, we got over it due to the helpfulness and liveliness of the waiters and we both settled on the jerk chicken option. Neither of us regretted our choice - the portions were huge and the chicken itself was incredibly well-cooked and well-spiced, although, apparently, a little too much in the spice department for the girl sitting in front of me. Boo. Tropical Flava had a surprisingly diverse selection of sodas which we partook in as well, Kola Champagne being the best and Ting soda tasting very much like a grapefruit spin on Sprite. Both of us tried fried plantains, and neither of us knew what to think. That's all I could say on that matter. Really good. One star off for it not being a portal to another dimension. read more

Great food, very generous portions. Love the meat pies. Very pricey. Spent $50 for just 2 people.

I usually really like this place and I come whenever I get a craving for Island food. On Sunday I called in a order and asked the lady how long she said call once you get outside to call in to let them know you are here,so I did 9 mins later when I parked I called told her my name and she hung up abt 30 min later one of the servers delivered the meal to the car next to me so I let my window down told her I placed a order under my name abt 30+ minutes ago and would she check well she got my name and the name of the couple next to me and when she returned she had there orders so I said do you know how long it will be for my order she said something in her other language but anyway I called again and the manager said he was to busy and told me this isn't fast food and I said I've been out here waiting for 45 min. So I'm done with this place there are 2 other island restaurants here. Rude customer service is what you get here and they need to learn true customer service. Keep your rude disrespectful island girls they are going to ruin your business. read more

Food was good but the services was horrible... me and a friend there to have dinner. We ordered our food and they fixed our food to go and when we told them that we wanted to eat the food inside of the restaurant they proceeded to tell us that because they fixed our food to go we couldn't sit in the restaurant. So needless to say even though the food was great they won't be getting my business again! read more

Diner beware. Walked in on a Saturday around 9 and clearly yelp and their sign stated they opened till 10. Refused service because they wanted to leave early. As I turned to leave, I mentioned once again the sign on their door clearly stating 10 pm close but to no avail. Disappointed but above all frustrated with having to be inconvenienced by some of these mom and pops. read more

As first time guests of this establishment I must say the customer service was lacking. The staff was extremely rude from jump and did not take a professional stance whatsoever when defending their products. Mr. Assistant Manager I don't doubt that there was a possibility your food was good, however there is always a manner in which you should manage your clientele and the way you went about it was just poor and distasteful. Not to mention the women out the counter was an equal representation of poor customer service. read more

First, don't even try to call in early because no one ever answers the phone. Other than that, the food is good. You can't go wrong with the oxtails or jerk chicken. The service is very helpful and polite and I thoroughly enjoyed eating here. I would love to order takeout more often so if they would just answer the phone more often, I would greatly appreciate it. read more

Good food, horrible customer service. Beef patties on the menu yet they never have them when you go. I would give more stars if they were more consistent with their food. read more

Most delicious food I've had in a really really long time. There are no amble words for this restaurant. Go and eat here you won't be disappointed but really full & content. The staff was wonderful as well. read more

Authentic Caribbean just like grandma used to make. Stew chicken, curry chicken, oxtails, jerk pork....you name it they are all on point and plenty to eat. Location is ideal to real in Macon's finest and keep Tropical Flava on the map. Great job! read more

This place is amazing! Always great service, friendly and polite. But the best part is the food never fails! Just so delicious and different from all the other stuff in Macon. Curry chicken is my boyfriends favorite, I love the stew chicken with red beans and rice. They have delicious veggies and plantains that come with every dinner too. It's great for take out as well as eat in. Atmosphere is bright and clean with good music. You can BYOB for a small corking fee- so when we come with a group of 10 and all bring our own beer or wine it's still only a single charge! read more

As a child of Jamaican parents, I know a lil something about Jamaican food. It's often imitated but never duplicated. I've been disappointed by many places claiming to have good AUTHENTIC Jamaican food but this place is the real deal. Even the service is good which is where alot of restaurants are lacking. I've been here more times then I can count and it's good every time. I love their fresh lemonade as well. Any time I pass thru Macon I will be stopping here. read more

Tropical Flava - Oxtails with rice and peas and cabbage - Caribbean Near Me - Macon, Georgia

I wanted to five this place a four star rating except I was not entirely happy with my curry roti. The roti skin was hard in some spots and there was a lot of oil in my plate. This could have been from them pouring curry sauce over the roti after it was wrapped. The curry was delicious though so I might go back and try their curry entree. I am also happy that they have caribbean sodas. My husband had the fish sandwich. He said it reminded him of back home. The bread was delicious too. Really yummy actually. read more

Not bad Jamaican food but not the best in the city in my opinion. Huge portions is what you get here, like enough for two full meals but that comes with a slightly higher bill than other places I've been. The goat tastes good but I'm not a fan of lamb served still attached to the bone, makes for messy eating with all the sauce it's served in. Place was pretty empty when we went for lunch, which was a little surprising based on the fact the operate on Ingleside Drive. I loved the plantains, I would recommend them when you go. TVs in a few spots in the restaurant but I don't think it's a place to go watch "the game" or anything like that. We'll go back next time we're craving Jamaican due to its proximity to our house but there are better places in Macon to get Jamaican food. read more

Absolutely the best Caribbean food in Macon. It does take awhile for your food to come... About 30 min... But when it's comes.... It's the best!! Every plate will leave you full and dessert is amazing. read more

Tropical Flava - Curry chicken & Jerk chicken w/ox tails - Caribbean Near Me - Macon, Georgia

All I can say is I've never had a bad experience at this restaurant. The food is always fresh and freshly cooked to order. The restaurant is always very clean and in the last few times I've gone, the service has gotten faster. If you want good Jamaican food in Macon, this is your place. read more

If you are ever in Macon, stop by this restaurant!!!! The food was delicious...the staff was friendly (Malik was our server)...the servings were HUGE...prices were totally reasonable! I have not been able to find any Jamaican food this good in the Atlanta area so we will be traveling to Macon whenever we have a taste for oxtails and curry chicken! Awesome spot! read more

The food here is amazing!!!! I really enjoyed the server and the DJ last night (Friday, 4.14.17)... I order roasted chicken with black beans and rice and my fiancé order jerk chicken with cold slaw and black and rice. Very tender and juicy. We will definitely be back... read more

Visited this restaurant a few months back. Hands down the best Jamaican food that I have had in the State of Georgia. We had curry chicken, curry goat, the baked chicken, oxtails, and the tropical cheesecake. Everything was perfect. read more