Oh my god. The moment the oxtail entered my mouth, my world was forever changed. An explosion of…read moreunique and heavenly flavors. It was so tender and flavorful, literally falling off the bone. The curry goat as well was incredibly good, very tender and a lot of meat. Rice and peas was the best side I tried. Some of the best food I have ever tasted, I am not exaggerating. Portions were great, left feeling STUFFED. Service was kind, professional, and actually very quick. Menu was super straightforward and easy to understand, even for someone who has never eaten Jamaican food before. It's extremely clean and professional inside, very welcoming. And prices are very reasonable, especially considering the size of the portions. Would definitely suggest getting the oxtail with rice and peas and some sort of vegetable for the best all around eating experience. Jerk chicken patty is also a nice option if you're looking for something quicker. Please try this place. You will NOT be disappointed.

I waited 30 minutes on Friday, only to be told that my order had never been picked up or processed…read more The situation was handled very matter-of-factly, with little concern and delayed apology for the inconvenience. I then waited another 45 minutes for the food and was told it would take an additional seven minutes - -turned into 20mins for the beef patty. The restaurant clearly has high customer traffic, so I hope the food is good enough to justify the excessive wait. However, the lack of communication, urgency, and any attempt to compensate for the delay made the overall service experience extremely disappointing. Food satisfaction: Pending.

Horrible experience due to the owner's lack of accountability, follow through, communication and…read morecustomer care. I had a negative experience at their newly opened location and the owner never bothered to speak with me about it or make things right despite good faith efforts to reach him. My order was cancelled after already confirming with their staff that the order would be made. Then they cancelled it saying the items were out of stock after waiting an hour. How is that even possible? I guess you don't cook the food or check until the dasher arrives? I am appalled at the way the owner treated the situation by ultimately deciding not to make things right. I left messages and made good faith attempts to contact the owner to ask if I could discuss my experience. He decided to call me once during a time when I said I wasn't available (which I told their staff to inform the owner) and when I tried to contact him at the agreed upon time he didn't respond. The most shocking part is that the manager told me the owner is ultimately not going to address the experience due to a negative Google review I posted. Reviews are supposed to be honest experiences of customers and not be held or used against the customer in an effort to make a bad experience right. With Jamaican breeze, they do NOT care about the customer experience and take reviews too personally, which is alarming. This is unprofessional and disappointing and not at all how you attract or retain customers. For the prices they charge it's not worth your time, money, or the hassle to deal with poor service such as this. I would NOT recommend if you want reliable, cheaper, better value, and tastier Jamaican food go check out Jammin Island BBQ in Springfield they have never disappointed.

This came recommended as the best authentic Jamaican restaurant for Rasta pasta in all of DMV…read more Absolutely NOT. The salmon Rasta pasta first of all was priced one on the menu but at the register $3 more. They weren't hearing it and not gentle or caring so I just hurried and ordered. Well, turns out they're not worth it nor a return visit anyway. The Rasta pasta was gross. It was literally SO SALTY and spicy I couldn't enjoy or finish it all at home. Not to mention I've never seen Rasta pasta topped with shredded mozzarella cheese it looked strange. Nothing is beating nyc Rasta pasta. I don't recommend this restaurant.

Disclaimer, I am a Caribbean national living in the DMV and a true foodie…read more I saw their sign yesterday on my way to Old Town and had to give it a try the following day. The new location is spotless and has plenty of seating inside with a clean, no nonsense aesthetic. Old school reggae and dancehall pumps out steadily from the sound system and the staff are polite and friendly. They have delicious natural juices in the coolers and freshly baked patties which are light, flaky, juicy inside and full of flavor, as they should be. (I ordered two spicy beers) I ordered the jerk pork ribs and curry goat with a side of rice and peas ( with curry gravy on top of course). The curry goat was the best I've had in the area, the meat was fall off the bone tender and the curry had deep, rich flavor, I honestly felt like I was at home. Rice and peas were delicious with plenty of coconut milk in the mix. The jerk pork was a little more of a fusion between BBQ ribs and jerk pork as it had a BBQ glaze. I will say that the traditional jerk flavor was there but I felt like the sauce overpowered it a bit. It was still incredibly tender and my American partner enjoyed it. I think it can cater to less familiar palates well. Over all I'm overjoyed to have a proper Jamaican restaurant close by and I'd give them a solid B+ rating overall. I've had less tasty Jamaican food in the Caribbean and also slightly more authentic Jamaican food in the UK so go figure. I look forward to going back again, can't wait to try the rest of the menu and bring my friends along too. Bless!

0 stars if I could. Extremely poor customer service. I usually support local and small businesses…read morebut my last experience left a horrible taste in my mouth. I ordered to go from here via DoorDash, and called the restaurant ahead of time to confirm the order. The lady who picked up confirmed my order and items. Then after waiting an hour, my dasher call me to tell me they were completely sold out of oxtail at 8pm on a weekday. They then cancelled my order after I waited so long. They didn't even check to see if they had oxtail when they confirmed the to go order apparently. I get that mistakes happen, but the way the owner and manager later handled this was completely unprofessional and is in line with the negative reviews of this place. I called the restaurant multiple times to try to contact the manager because that night I didn't end up eating since they cancelled my order and it was too late to get other food. The owner never responded despite texts and calls, ignored me and ultimately told his manager that he would not offer anything due to my review on Google. This felt very petty. Other reviews mention they run out of stock of things so seems like they have poor inventory control. As a first time customer who loves Jamaican food, I am genuinely shocked that this is how they treat customers. Manager was rude and it seems like they don't really care about customer service here. If they did they would have addressed the negative experience I had. Due to the lack of accountability, apology, and empathy from the owner I would not recommend this restaurant to anyone. They do not seem open to feedback or improvement. Be warned if you order DoorDash or Uber Eats your order may be cancelled on you due to being sold out after you've already waited a long time. I cannot honestly recommend this place because regardless of the food, service also matters and I cannot endorse a business that would treat customers in this manner. I can say that this was one of the worst customer experiences I've had from a restaurant.

St. James is a very special place. We had heard of the great reviews and entered this place with…read morehopes and dreams of leaving with full tummies and satiated souls. This place did not disappoint. First, make a reservation. I cannot stress this enough. It gets packed. Second, come hungry and with a group if you want more options to try. This is definitely a place where sharing makes sense. The oxtail was extremely tender and flavorful, with that rich, slow-cooked depth you want from oxtail without it feeling heavy. The jerk wings are a must-have. Perfectly seasoned with that unmistakable jerk flavor and just the right amount of spiciness. The dipping sauce helps temper the heat without completely taking away the flavor. The fried snapper with rice was exceptional. The whole fish was beautifully crispy on the outside while remaining tender inside, and the coconut-based sauce/chutney brought a bright, tangy contrast to the fried fish. The roti comes with options for proteins. We picked the goat and beef, along with chickpeas and pumpkin. The tender, savory meat paired really well with the creamy, curried chickpeas and slightly sweet pumpkin. It also came with three dipping sauces and roti, giving us plenty of different flavor combinations to try! As for sides, absolutely get the plantains and macaroni pie. The plantains were cooked perfectly and beautifully caramelized, with a ginger glaze that was not overwhelmingly gingery. Even Michelin specifically calls out St. James' sweet plantains finished with candied ginger. The macaroni pie is basically macaroni and cheese's Caribbean cousin ! It is creamy, cheesy, baked/grilled until you get those delicious browned edges, with seasoning that gives it a distinctly Caribbean character. St. James was added to the MICHELIN Guide Washington, D.C. selection, so apparently our hopes and dreams were not misplaced. It isn't Michelin-starred or a Bib Gourmand; it's a Michelin Guide Selected restaurant. Reasonable prices for sure! Absolutely amazing meal! 10/10! 5/5! Whatever the metrics are!!!

This was a pleasant surprise. Walking in I was really excited that this restaurant was on the…read moresmaller side. Music was playing but it wasn't super loud, I could actually hear my conversation. We came for happy hour and had the jerk wings, pork buns, and the crab accras. Everything came out piping hot. You can tell the food was made with love and passion, delicious. Our waiter, Tim was so knowledgeable. He spoke about the food like he was invested. The excitement in his voice when we spoke about how much we loved the food was cool! He even recommended that we try one of their sister restaurants. We will be back for sure.

Second visit was better than the first! The first time was similar in that the service was great,…read morethe atmosphere and just the vibe was excellent. The food the first time was good but not great, I did several small plates. This time it was absolutely amazing! Rumhouse has hit its stride and may be the best restaurant in all Of Annapolis! See more from me on IG: @banksfamilycompass And @mouth2yum

We were greeted warmly by the hosts as soon as we walked in. The restaurant is owned by a wife…read moreand husband physician team. The decor envelopes you with an embracing tropical feel. Authentic subtle Caribbean foliage and wall paintings. The owner Ed, engaged us in nostalgic Trinidad stories. We started our meal experience with doubles and corn soup, served with all the fixings. Be sure to ask for the pepper on the side. Our entree was Lo Mein and escovitch red snapper. Be sure to add pepper. The accompanying vegetable was fresh and crisp with the perfect blend of vinaigrette sauce. Loved the ambiance and will definitely return. This is a great Caribbean venue if you're looking to connect with your roots. The back patio is perfect as an after glow. Beautiful landscaping and decor. The Rumhouse was a real vibe. To top it all off, the executive chef, Natasha, stopped by to greet us. She is a riot and her warm greeting made the evening everything we desired.

Would recommend! They have a lot of different meat options and I got the oxtail with rice and…read morecabbage. The portions are huge and enough for two meals. Flavor was perfect, oxtail was tender, meaty and spiced well.

Omggg this spot is soooooooo gooooood!!! I get it on Tuesdays at the Farmers Market in Pentagon…read moreCity. They STACK your plate, the price is a little expensive, but you get a lot of food so it's worth it. If you don't eat a lot you could probably make two meals out of it. I've enjoyed everything from the beef patties, the jerk chicken, the brown stew, the pea rice, and the veggies / plantains. Those are my go to options here. They grill all the meats so it has that nice touch to it. It's casual and the staff are super kind. I will continue going here.

All the things. 1) food: flavor/texture/portions/authenticity all spot on regularly 2) service:…read morepolite/poise/friendly/collaborative you love to see it 3) atmosphere: live/open/plenty of seating/smell the food from the street! everything you would dream of in a regular joint, MY regular joint.

No, this is not jerk chicken at all…read more I really wanted to enjoy Jerks of the Caribbean, but unfortunately, this was one of the most disappointing jerk chicken meals I've ever had. The chicken itself was moist and juicy, but it had virtually no flavor or depth. Jerk chicken should have layers of seasoning and that unmistakable jerk flavor. This tasted bland and, honestly, nothing like the jerk chicken I know and enjoy. I have nothing positive to save about the shrimp tacos on cold tortillas. Sauce tasted like Italian dressing lol The best thing on my plate was the potato salad. Unfortunately, even the mac and cheese had a problem: the noodles were severely overcooked.

Let's just start at the front door ... The owners/chef and staff were so friendly and genuinely…read morecare about their customers. It was our first time here and we couldn't decide what we wanted. After drooling over the plates that went by, we asked the owner to help us narrow down our options. We landed on the Chicharron Sampler for an appetizer. For our main courses, we had the Bandeja Paisa and the Paella Caribena. We were also eyeing the Dominican-style beef stew and the Sancocho Soup. We asked for a sample of the Sancocho soup and that's when we found out they make everything to order - including the soup! His wife went into the kitchen and whipped up a sample of the soup ... we didn't mind the wait for the sample as we knew she was working her magic! It did not disappoint. We ordered a large soup to go! It'll be cold later this week and this will be perfect in the rainy weather. This place reminds me of home - the way my mother cooks ... the flavors are developed and everything was cooked to perfection. I did a little dance in my chair with each bite! The portions were large - we'll have left overs for the next several days! And I CANNOT wait! We're looking forward to coming back and trying something new! PHOTO DISCLOSURE: We dove into the Chicharron Sampler before we took the photo. What you see is just a small portion of the actual serving size. Also, the photo of the soup was the made from scratch made to order sample of the Sancocho soup.

We are always looking for Dominican food or Puerto Rican food in our area. We stumbled on this…read morerestaurant one day while driving. We stopped in today. Its a DR and PR restaurant specializing in that cuisine. Menu was limited not alot of either cuisine. The server was very nice and made sure we were sat right away. We ordered and the food was good. Simple dishes and everyone enjoyed there meal. For a Puerto Rican and Dominican Restaurant the restaurant didnt have alot of decor that indicated it was that type if restaurant with that type of cuisine. Overall a nice place with decent cuisine.

Que Rico received a 10 out of 10 because the food was delivered at the right temperature and ready…read moreto chow down. My friend and I ordered two Abuelo's Favorite Plate and the rice and peas were proportioned, the shredded pork succulent and the ripe plantain sweet and delicious.We topped our order off with two guava and sweet cream pastelillos - pastry nice and flaky and the filling just the right sweetness to end this delicious meal on! Thank you Que Rico for a meal reminiscent of my childhood Sunday dinners!

Pretty good food if you have a craving for Puerto Rican food…read more The Pastelillos were delish. I ordered a ground beef and a chicken with cheese. They were crispy, good amount of filling and nice flavor overall. Fantastic. I think they should serve the meal with a bit more rice. The Pernil, pulled pork was sort of dry and unfortunately the large side of garilc mojo sauce (garlic oil) was sideways in the bag and by time I got it home, the oil had all leaked out into the paper bag and onto the floor mat inside my car. The mofongo bites listed as 5 bites, however I only received 4. They were on the sweet side. The masa from the plantain taste too ripe for my liking. I prefer more green plantains in my mofongo. The tostones were pretty good. The pictures made them look a bit larger, but oh well. This was my first time ordering from a ghost kitchen, and the concept is a brilliant idea because you can order from so many cuisines! You can try so many restaurants in one place. Quite amazing.

Got the chicken stew…read more Excellent flavor and fair portion. I only took a star off because the chicken wasn't super tender... some hard pieces, but overall, I enjoyed my meal. I much prefer this spot over the other Jamaican spots in the immediate area. I hope to try more menu items so I can update my rating!

Food always on point. Service is top notch. Will definitely recommend to friends and family.read more