Irie Jamaican Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4.2 (131) • $

"I was told to go here. I was also told I wouldn't be disappointed. And boy was I glad I came. This place has amazing food. I ordered the spicy chicken and it came with rice and beans. Some plantains and stewed cabbage. Everything tasted great. Everything was cooked properly. The staff was helpful and friendly. I can't wait to go back."

Irie Jamaican Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4.1 (76)

"You don't have to fly to Montego Bay to try Jamaican food, you can find it right here in Cleveland! I was on my lunch break and wanted something different, so a quick internet search led me to Irie. While not a sitdown restaurant, there are numerous dishes that are sure to suit a variety of tastes.The menu is comprised of dishes that include chicken, beef, oxtail, and sides such as plantains and mac & cheese. The portion sizes range from a bowl (small) to a box (large). Upon walking in there were a few patrons waiting in line which gave me ample time to decide on what to order. I opted for the vegan bowl, which came with rice and mango salsa and was topped with plantains. Overall, Irie serves healthy and delicious choice that is bursting with flavor!"

UJerk Caribbean Eatery

★★★★★ 4.5 (47)

"I re-tried this place after a poorly guided experience left me in pain from overly spicy foods last time. The kind owner reached out and told me there were choices when it comes to sauce here and so I chose the reggae ginger which is a sweet but not too sweet sauce to cover my boneless (by choice this time) chicken platter. The jerk spice itself was still spicy but not unmanageably so. I could actually appreciate the clove and other delicious spices in the jerk seasoning now and the boneless chicken chunks were not minefields of bone slivers and weren't dry either!! The fries were moist and lightly crispy on the outside with nothing soggy. I am so glad I returned. Two huge huge suggestions for uJerk:The menu online and in person doesn't say anything about sauce choices. This is a big miss and will lead people to choose what they don't necessarily want most e.g. me inadvertently getting the default super spicy sauce my first time as I had no idea to ask for sauce of my choice. You MUST put the sauce list on the menu!Second, there are no sugar free drinks available. There is only Jamaican soda and lemonade which leaves out a lot of customers who cannot drink the super sugary stuff."

Ela’s Caribbean Grill

★★★★★ 4.7 (42) • $$

"You don't have to travel to Kingston to savor the exciting flavor of Jamaican food - this place has exactly what you need! I found this place by chance as I was driving by and noticed the signage. Since I was hungry I decided to stop in. The interior is setup more like a takeout establishment, with roughly two tables to sit at if you want to eat inside. I had a serving of beans and rice and a Jamaican chicken patty, which closely resembles an empanada. Both were delicious and full of flavor. The best part, the prices were more than reasonable and the individuals behind the counter were friendly and cordial. I will be definitely be back soon!"

Yum Village

★★★★☆ 4.4 (37)

"HOO BOY, I still haven't been to this spot in person, but after trying their food at a catered event, I haven't been able to stop thinking about it. Everything we had was vegetarian -- and everything was delicious. In still dreaming about the ginger curry chickpeas and need to go into the restaurant for them ASAP. The akara was interesting, sort of reminiscent of cornbread meets falafel, and the spicy bean stew made for a super-cozy bowl of warmth. Special shoutout to the plantains, which served as my dessert because I couldn't get enough of them. Can't wait to go in and try this spot in person. I might just need to work my way through the entire menu!"

Bratenahl Kitchen

★★★★☆ 3.7 (45) • $$

"Bratenahl Kitchen is pretty much just that - a kitchen, behind a bulletproof window, with a table inside and a covered patio outside. Food - amazing. Vibe - shady as f***. What it lacks in hipster appeal, it makes up for with plenty of personality and flavor. I drove up to one of the handful of parking spots located right off the road and had to double check that the "OPEN" sign was lit because it didn't look like anyone was inside the tiny shack, or the decrepit, tinier shack next door. Luckily, the door was unlocked and bells jingled to alert the proprietor/cook of my presence. The menu is succinct, but it was hard not to be distracted by the graffiti covering every surface (even the ceiling), all heartily endorsing the authenticity and tastiness of the food. A good sign. All the items are competitively priced too since the menu price includes tax. (But definitely include tip if you're happy with your meal.) Going with my gut, I projected at the ear behind the plastic that I wanted Shrimp Sautee. He nodded and disappeared into the domain of his kitchen. The place has a smell like spoiled vegetables and unwashed rags, which wasn't the most pleasant to wait in, but I hoped the graffiti wasn't wrong. One of the four chairs around the lone table was my temporary perch. An unseen radio was broadcasting some Winter Olympics event, so at least I didn't have to wait in silence. You may also choose to amuse yourself by reading the various signage, including the answer to the question, "Is there a public bathroom?" on the door to the kitchen (No) and "Am I safe here?" (Yes, potential goonies beware of the owner), and a myriad of religious fixtures. In short order my shrimp came, smelling a hundred times more fragrant than the rest of the dining area. He showed me my order in a takeout box through the window, an exchange of cash was made, and I collected my goods. All the utensils are disposable, so I guess a lot of labor is saved by not having to wash anything but the cookware. Now, the food - DELICIOUS. Like, currently salivating while thinking about it delicious. The shrimp were fluffy and covered in a rich, sweet, and smoky sauce. Fresh black peppercorns added a kick to the meal, and even the rice and beans I couldn't shovel into my mouth fast enough. These portions will definitely keep the munchies away for a few hours. I will be returning to try everything on the menu."

Ocho Rios True Island Cuisine

★★★★☆ 3.5 (30) • $

"Umm Yeah.....this is GOOD stuff. The other 2 Yelpers were spot on when reviewing this place. The neighborhood is a bit sketchy and you place your order thru bullet proof glass, but the FOOD was fantastic!!I ordered the medium portion of curry chicken (sizes are medium and large). My entree came with rice/beans, cabbage and plantain bread ball which was delicious. The curry chicken, consisted of a very generous portion of whole cut-up chicken with cubes of potato swimming in a delicious curry broth. The rice and cabbage were delicious too. Everything was well seasoned, generously portioned and freshly prepared. I ordered the large portion of jerk chicken for my husband, the portion was huge! The chicken was spicy, but oh so tasty. I can't wait to return!"

Jamerican Kitchen Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.1 (21)

"One of the best Jamaican spots around. I'm happy I found this place on Yelp. I went on a Saturday and they even had a DJ, felt like I was at dance hall. Call ahead if you are getting seafood. I know the chicken curry is ready to go."

Jamaica's Drumpon Jerk

★★★★☆ 3.7 (23)

"I ordered two medium jerk chicken dinners. The chicken was very tender and seasoned to perfection. The dinner comes with rice and peas and cabbage also very good. They are very generous with the amount of food for a medium. I would dine here again. The lady at the register was friendly."

Island Cuisine

★★★★☆ 3.6 (21)

"I wanted Jamaican food, so I decided to patronize. When I entered, the first thing I noticed was no menu. There was a faded paper with a couple items listed, that was difficult to read taped to the huge glass. It was difficult to hear the worker, and since the food was covered and there were no pictures, I had to just ask which dishes were available today.The worker didn't seem very cordial, but he did answer my question. I asked for jerk chicken and he asked if I wanted spicy or BBQ, but I didn't hear him. I almost left when he asked what kind I wanted because of his tone. I mentioned I didn't hear him the first time over the music that was playing. I'm glad I didn't leave as my food was good. I just wish there was an online menu and one in the store. The music volume could be lowered and guests were not greeted when they entered. I may try them again...maybe. I will patronize some other Caribbean restaurants first."

Irie Jamaican Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4.4 (9)

"A good spot in Lakewood for a quick takeout meal! There is a small parking lot right at the front. Staff is very warm and friendly! They even let me sample the curry chicken because I couldn't decide what to get! The bowl is definitely a filing size and I'm glad I got that instead of the box (but glad we have bigger options too). They don't skimp on the portions and the plantains had a great crust and char flavor and wasn't super mushy which was fantastic. Jerk chicken has a small spicy for flavor but not too much that made it hard to eat. Cabbage was soft with a slight crunch. Overall great option to have on the west side!"

Pica Pollo West

★★★★☆ 4.3 (8)

"Delightful place! Their fried chicken is great and flavourful, of course, but don't miss out on the empanadas and the sides. Also, the desserts are amazing! I haven't tried any of the fish dishes but they seem to be popular. One tip is to ask about daily specials because they always have something that's not listed on the menu, like octopus salad. The rice changes every day, too.Very friendly people, seems to be family owned as the kids are always helping out at the counter. Bilingual as well. It's fast casual, and one of the cleanest little restaurants."

KJ's Caribbean & Soul Food

★★★★★ 4.6 (5)

"Was skeptical about ordering soul food from a spot I've never been to. But this place didn't disappoint. I ordered the Jerk Chicken, wasn't like the BBQ'd jerk like the Jamaican spot but a saucy jerk. Was really good. A healthy portion of Rice and Peace and succulent cabbage 10/10 will be ordering again (didn't mean for that to rhyme). I'm a fireman at Randell so others will be ordering too"

Palm Tree Jerk Restaurant

★☆☆☆☆ 1 (1)

"The jerk chicken quesadilla tasted like dirty dishes. It was also very small. The service was ok it could be better"