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    Tropical House Baking

    4.4 (70 reviews)
    InexpensiveBakeries, Caribbean
    Open 9:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Divey
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    Good for kids

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    Beef patty
    Amy W.

    Get the beef patty with cheese. It's so good. I asked for a few beef patties, and somehow, the one with cheese was in the bag. I'm very glad it was in the bag, as I will make sure to get the beef patty with cheese the next time I visit.

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    Miggie S.

    This place is legendary for its Jamaican food. My favorite is the beef patties & coco bread.

    Tania C.

    * CASH ONLY* Ordered a beef patty w coco bread but No warm coco bread was waiting for me. It wasn't horrible but wasn't my favorite place in the world to come get me a beef patty. Bread was a little dry and kind of stale. The patty had an ok amount of filling and was a little sweet.

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    Aisha J.

    First time in NYC my boyfriend said I had to try the beef Pattie's OMG these suckers are delicious. Full of flavor I prefer the beef vice the chicken (was curry flavored with potatoes). Requested a dozen frozen so I can take back with me to Florida. I am told the bread is made daily it shows was very fresh and soft. Grocery store is right beside it and no parking of course so doubled parked was out in less than 5 minutes.

    Beef Patty
    Marquis B.

    Tropical House Baking is located in the heart of Crown Heights (close to Eastern Parkway) and within close proximity to other Caribbean bakeries. The prices are a moderate. I ordered a beef patty for $3.00 and veggie patty for $2.75. Both tasted freshly made. Surprisingly, the veggie patty tasted better than the beef patty. The veggie patty was well seasoned. Although good, the beef patty was moderately seasoned and could've used more heat (spice). The restaurant is takeout only; there's no indoor or outdoor dining. Staff and patrons are separated by a protective glass shield. Service is very fast. Regarding payment options, I'm not sure if Tropical House Baking accepts card payment because I paid with cash.

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    Geraldine E.

    I usually buy chicken patties. I don't know why I chose beef but nonetheless it was still worth it. The patty was fresh and juicy. You can tell it was freshly made compared to other patty places that have them their for hours. It had a hint of spice. The o lot reason why I didn't give it 5 stars is because the place looks a little dingy probably it's been there for many years. I'll definitely go back to these nearby bakery. Also it's cash only.

    Men-u should try this place.
    Yael D.

    Lately, I seem to be developing a thing for savory turnovers. First it was empanadas. From BK's lovely Empanada City, to be exact. And now patties from here: So yeah... Tried both the Chicken and Veggie Patties, and the former was definitely the winner. Especially its perfectly seasoned (read: not shy with either allspice or scotch bonnets), generous filling. The Veggie Patty was stuffed with a random-seeming mix of vegetables that included potatoes, peas, and corn, if memory serves. Filling was on the bland side; not really sure why Veggie Patties are never kicked up in the same way as the meat ones. It also featured the usual whole wheat style crust that so often encases Veggie Patties. Not a big fan. Plus they don't do Callaloo Patties here for some reason... But I digress. Interior is as tiny and closet-summoning as others have alluded to and the bullet-proof glass window that separates staff and customers is no joke. I found that it made it near impossible to communicate with the employee who was helping us, as I had some questions about some of the menu items I wasn't familiar with. Speaking of which, also tried some mystery Spice Bread that had great flavor, but was on the dry side. Bottom line: Would definitely return for more Chicken Patties and also to try the Beef-filled ones.

    PERFECTION.
    Atlas W.

    Dem patties jamaican me craaazy! Have just one, and every time you walk down Schenectady, you'll "FOLLOW YOUR NOSE!" Cause trust me- it WILL know! A one month sublet round the corner - AND being confined to crutches, has meant scouring Schenectady and the surrounding Utica perimeters (Last stop on the 4 train) for some good local treats. Even if it's a little something something to silence that hungry grrrrowl! While I've had Jamaican patties from your wah-wah-wah Golden Krust variety (multiple locations) to some random bakeries and food joints around Brooklyn (even along both Flatbush & Nostrand), boys and grrrls...(drumroll please~...) I CROWN these: THE BOMB! Baffled to see not a single review, I had to do a little extra sleuthing ... Dennis Young is "Jamasian"- a Chinese Jamaica. Speaking to his Korean wife, I found out this humble little bakery stand (it's all point and take away- no sit and eat) has been around for close to 30 years (29 and change)! I've thoroughly enjoyed my AHA moments while seated on a nearby Eastern Parkway bench savoring every tasty bite of those curry-inspired chicken patties. They're my faaaave AND... the best $1.50 you'll find yourself spending here in Brooklyn!~ Too, I've decided it makes PERFECT sense: 1. HOW one might master the art of the Jamaican patty in 3 decades 2. WHY their assortment of baked goods can be found locally within grocery stores 3. WHY this Crown Heights gem is a must-try!! While there's a large variety of breads (coco!) and treats, I'm always blinded by my passion for these patties! They're always oven hot, baked and NOT fried, and service behind the glass window is always uber-friendly! Preferring my crust less crunchy, and more hearty, one look at these picture-perfect golden pockets, and you too will be running this way for some homemade Jamaican goodness!

    Elizabeth B.

    Strongly in the running for Best Crown Heights Pattie, The dough is a smidge tougher than Silver Krust, which in this case is a good thing, as Silver Krust's excessive flakiness and tenderness has a little bit of a too-French feeling. The filling is savory and meaty. The patties are just the right size to offer the perfect filling-to-crust ration in every bite. The coconut tarts are delicious as well, with a strong hit of spice that lets you know you're eating Caribbean. You can tell this restaurant has seen 30 years of Crown Heights michegas because the friendly staff is completely encased in industrial-strength bullet-proof glass, but the food that comes through the turntable makes you glad they've survived this long and hope the encroaching gentrification doesn't kill the excellent long-time businesses on Schenectady Ave.

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    Kenny C.

    You order through bullet proof glass and place your money into a revolving platform. Delicious, juicy, moist, fluffy, are all accurate descriptions of their patties. Unlike other beef patties I had, you can actually see the pieces of ground beef when you bite inside. They are just peppery enough to have you wanting more but not so much that your mouth burns. Always served piping hot, careful if you may burn your mouth. They also serve veggie and chicken patties, I liked the beef the most They also have a large selection of sweet pastries. I enjoyed the currant roll, almoat like raisin bread. Their giant coconut macaroon was moist and chewy. Coco bread is just bread that's slightly sweet, didn't taste any coco or coconut Homemade ginger beer was had plenty of ginger but was much too sweet and not very carbonated At 1.50 a patty, I'll definitely be back!

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    I'm from New York but live out of state. Everytime I come to Brooklyn, l get a dozen beef patties frozen to take home. My son loves them

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    The best beef patties in Brooklyn! Bring cash. I highly recommend the beef patty with coco bread and a kola champagne. Respect.

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    Best patties you can find in Brooklyn, definitely puts golden crust off the map. Fresh, meaty, light crust

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    I've been going here for 17 yrs. Everything is delicious from the pudding,bulla,patties. One of my many fav resturants in bk

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    The Islands - Oxtail

    The Islands

    4.2(834 reviews)
    1.6 miProspect Heights, Crown Heights
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    Something about Caribbean food when the winter weather's frigid sounds dandy to me. Guess if you…read morecan't be somewhere tropical, eating tropical cuisine sure helps. Enter The Islands. It was sort of an odd time so the spacious restaurant wasn't very busy. We studied the menu for too long and after much deliberation, here's what we ordered, in order of spice level: - Oxtail ($35): Not spicy, super flavorful, "Trimmed and sliced chunks of oxtail seasoned freely with fresh spices and simmered to tender perfection." - Curry goat ($29): Mildly spicy, "Goat meat marinated and cooked in curry spices and herbs makes this an exotic dish." - Jerk chicken ($20): Apparently incredibly spicy so I steered clear of it, "A Jamaican delight. Spicy, delicious chicken baked with this unique combination of spices from the island." The dishes I could handle were excellent, with no drop of sauce left unmopped. On the sides front, the rice and beans, roti, steamed vegetables, and plantains were all tasty. The entree sizes were hearty. Our server seemed like a cool dude: easygoing with a sense of humor. It was kind of chilly in the restaurant, not sure if we were in a warmth dead zone or what. The bathroom was frog-themed which was a cute touch!

    "Deep in Brooklyn, hides the Caribbean"…read more Came here on sleepy Tuesday. Not many people in the restaurant but lots of take out going on. The friendly one woman staff helped seat us, recommend the dishes, made the drinks, prepped and served the food. It was all tasty. What's to cheer - Nice not to too sweet homemade rum punch - Solid, flavorful oxtail. Very island spiced and cooked well - Goat was also really strong - Reasonable prices - service with personality What's to jeer - they were out of the jerk chicken unfortunately which I really wanted to try - place is pretty low key and not swimming with ambience

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    Kokomo

    Kokomo

    3.9(1.1k reviews)
    3.9 miWilliamsburg - North Side
    $$$

    I will start by saying I love the ambiance of Kokomo. Staff here is always friendly and music is…read morealways great during service and after hours. Food took entirely too long to come out. 40 minutes for an appetizer is crazy... Once they arrived, they were all tasty. I wish I took photos of the food. We ordered the curry crab gyoza which was so flavorful and the ackee and saltfish shumai. The oxtail flatbread is very large and lots of meat. They don't skimp out. Biang biang Rasta noodles is served with oyster mushrooms (so good) and peppers. I added shrimp to mine. Very tasty and filling. But keep in mind that the noodles are not penne and they are I think fettuccine They must do better on their serving time. The restaurant was crowded. But it would be nice to have the expectation set that there will be a long wait.

    Went here for brunch with friends because the vibes looked great and reviews were solid. We had a…read morereservation right when they opened, but they were running about 20 minutes late -- not the best start. Once seated though, the space is beautiful. We were in a sunlit room and it really set the mood. Our server was great, and we ordered family-style. Just a heads up, they have a separate "Sunday drunch" menu so options are a bit limited. For apps, we got the curry crab gyoza which was a very small portion (6/10) and the roasted mushroom truffle flatbread which was the highlight of the meal (8.5/10). For mains, we tried the biang biang Rasta noodles with salmon (6/10) and the sofrino roasted chicken (5/10). Both were a bit underwhelming. I've heard their drinks are great but we didn't try any. Food-wise, I was a little disappointed, but still had a great time catching up with friends.

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    Stella's - Rice and Peas

    Stella's

    4.6(181 reviews)
    2.7 miPark Slope
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    Really yummy food. Great service! And such a lovely Caribbean vibe. I highly recommend the dinner…read morefor two option. There's a great amount of food and everything is presented so beautifully. The oxtail was everyone's favorite. Cooked to perfection. Melt in your mouth. The curry goat was finished first so that'll give you an idea of how delicious it is. The fritters were a great app and pumpkin soup was delicious too.

    We were craving Caribbean food and I've been curious about trying this spot out for a while so when…read moremy husband suggested it was an easy Yes! I had their passion fruit lemonade which was refreshing and not overly sweet. For my entree I ordered their oxtails and rice and peas on the side. Their oxtails were cooked perfectly, the meat was falling off the bones. I would like it to be a bit more spicy and some more Lima bean but maybe thats just my own preference. When I asked for some spice the server brought us some pepper sauce which was exactly what I needed! My sister tried their jerk wings and mac and cheese. Their Mac and cheese is WOW. Definitely recommend! I didn't try their wings but I tried the sauce that comes with the wings and it had a lovely kick to it. For dessert we shared the Plantain Paradise and the ice cream paired so great with the plantains. It was vanilla ice cream but didn't taste like regular vanilla ice cream.. it had a nice rich texture . Service was great, the music was nice and although it was a bit cold in there they had a blanket per table which I thought was a cool concept.

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    The Simpson Restaurant & Bar - BK - Mac & cheese

    The Simpson Restaurant & Bar - BK

    3.8(555 reviews)
    2.3 miFort Greene, Prospect Heights
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    9.5/10 for the vibe, ambiance, and service -- and a full 10/10 for the food…read more I'm not a picky eater, but I've had some really disappointing oxtail lately, so I was hoping for the best here. I'm Dominican so I know oxtail pretty well and have made it myself. Thankfully, this place absolutely delivered. The oxtail was perfectly slow-braised, tender, and falling right off the bone -- exactly how it should be. Absolutely amazing. Of course I had the rice and peas, plus some veggies. A few of the veggies were slightly overcooked, but still flavorful and enjoyable. The drinks looked incredible, but I went with the rum punch and loved it. It was a little sweet, but super flavorful, strong, and definitely worth ordering again. For dessert, I had the Hennessy cheesecake, which was rich, decadent, and unbelievably delicious. There were three of us dining, and we all left completely satisfied -- with take-home containers because the portions are VERY generous. The only thing that bothered me a bit was that our server seemed to focus most of her attention on my friend. She is Jamaican, and because I look like a white American woman, I felt a little overlooked at times, even when I had several requests myself. We also had to look for her a couple of times while she was sitting with a group nearby. That said, everyone overall was very nice and welcoming. The bussers especially stood out -- they checked on us often, kept everything clean, and even greeted me in Spanish, which I appreciated. Overall, I really enjoyed my experience and will definitely be back with more people next time.

    The moment we walked in, I knew we were in for an amazing culinary experience. It was my birthday…read moreweekend, and we were in New York for an extended stay. For my hubby, Brooklyn is home - and we always love exploring the new places the city has to offer when we visit. We had reservations, and were seated within 10 minutes, which was reasonable. The place was packed - everyone was in high spirits, and I was ready to taste some of the best Caribbean cuisine in the region. My hubby's best friend - a Brooklyn resident, joined us. He had been to the restaurant a few times - and had good things to say. We were not disappointed. I had the Brown Stew Red Snapper - *chef's kiss*. Hubby had the iconic Jerk Oxtail over Macaroni & Cheese Pie! The English language cannot convey the beauty of that combination! Tender, tender oxtail, falling off the bone with the creamy, cheesy mac & cheese! He wanted to savor that dish another day, so he got a to-go bag and took it back to the hotel! (I couldn't help but clean my plate - I was obsessed with the fish!) Our friend enjoyed the Hennessy Fried Shrimp (not pictured) - one of his favorite dishes at the restaurant. It looked delicious as well. For drinks, I had the Bob Marley cocktail. A colorful drink - flavorful - and effective! There were people celebrating their birthdays throughout the night - and the wait staff goes IN! I was enjoying watching at least 10 people receive the Stevie Wonder "Happy Birthday" song while we were there. Imagine my surprise when it was my turn! My birthday was the day before, and we had already celebrated in Manhattan. Having two special recognition events made the evening that much more special! Shout out to the Simpson crew who came with the song, the rhythm, the sparkling cake, and the good vibes! My 70th birthday was exceptional - without a doubt. The Simpson added the touch I needed. We'll definitely go back next time we're in Brooklyn!

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    Peppas Jerk Chicken

    Peppas Jerk Chicken

    3.5(26 reviews)
    2.7 miPark Slope

    Nice spot serving traditional Jamaican dishes. I know the other restaurants in Brooklyn, but this…read morewas my first time visiting this particular one. Upon arrival the restaurant is very clean, and the service was fast. There is a dine in area as well. The woman who took my order was very patient , and personable. I ordered a brown stew fish, cabbage and 3 small soups. Everything came out to about $49. The chicken soup was very good . The cabbage was also very good. The fish on the other hand was very salty and not worth the $20 charge (fish with no sides). I get it the area etc etc but for the price the food should be top notch. The other establishments are much better. Would I return.....I don't think so .

    Lunch pick up around 1 a.m. ish. Was welcomely greeted when…read moreI walked in to this small yet cozy eatery. I ordered a large Just (Jerk) Chicken with extra sauce. Escovitch fish meal which came with plantains, rice and peas, and spinach. Everything was still warm and tasty when I arrived home. The order was packaged nicely. Definitely, nice portions for the prices. Place is clean. Staff is friendly, informative, and service was amazing. It takes about 10 minutes for the fish since they make it to order. I will soon be back and may have them do some catering orders for me( usually order from the location on flatbush). Pop in if you ever get in the area and want some hot warming food.

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    Stew Oxtail with steam cabbage, spinach and fried plantain

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