The Tastiest Caribbean in Orlando

Paradice Cafeteria

★★★★★ 4.5 (29) • $

"Wow, what a find in Ocala!! Authentic Cuban food. They have a cafeteria-style section of roast chicken, rice, beans, yuca.. you name it. We went for the Cuban sandwich and steak sandwich. So much flavor!!! Delicious. Can't wait to come back again for lunch.. Not to mention they are a bakery sooo hello tres leches, flan, ect.Try this place!"

Montego Bay Caribbean Takeout

★★★★☆ 3.9 (27) • $

"I have gotten food to go from here twice last week. Both times I had the oxtail, my only complaint with the dish is there is hardly any gravy. It is a bit dry.The macaroni is delicious despite it being served broken up. I also tried the beef patty and it was perfection!Every time I have called the phone it has been answered promptly and the service is fast. I found the staff to be polite as I was polite to them, however I dis witness them shame a few people who were rude.I would recommend this place and plan on visiting again."

Island life cuisine

★★★★☆ 3.7 (3)

"I was at @tollroadbrewingcompany and the jerk chicken was really good. It's a deep heat that doesn't distract from the juicy dark flavor of the sauce. The Mac was a traditional béchamel with cheddar so good. Oh and the people are lovely!"

787 Mofongo

★★★★☆ 4 (36) • $$

"We had driven past here multiple and times and today we finally decided to stop. We weren't trying to eat a lot so we decided to share a chicken mofongo! The dish came out so quick like in less then 5 minutes and it was nice and hot, juicy and full of chicken with it still only being $11. They have some outdoor seating which is perfect with this weather we currently are having. You can also take your food to go!We will definitely be back to check out the other stuff they have to offer."

Simply Delicious Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4 (14)

"I have been on a hunt for authentic Jamaican food and the hunt is officially over! The food is fresh and full of flavor. My first dish was the oxtail which I devoured before taking a picture lol tender, seasoned to perfection with the perfect amount of sweetness. So of course I went back and had to try the Ackee and Saltfish and Beef Patty another winner! Can't wait to return and try everything else!!! Extra perk - they have a cute table/chair set up ideal for the days it's not too hot"

Lumene’s Catering Services

★★★★★ 5 (3)

"Lumene's Catering Services - Food TruckThe food at Lumene's Catering Services - Food Truck was great! Tasty - FULL OF FAVOR! The team was very nice and helpful! My order: Oxtails with Macaroni & Black Rice. Fried Pork (Griot) with Black Rice & Sweet PlantainsThe atmosphere: Friendly and invitingMy Review:The food was great. Those oxtails were tender and had SOOO much FAVOR! The fried pork (griot) was just what I need !The wait time was a little long; but who care when the food is #GREAT! This food truck is must try! Enjoy and thank me later! Overall Score: 9/10"

Indra's Kitchen

★★★☆☆ 2.8 (8) • $

"This is the home of 2010 Duck Curry Competition Winner!Okay let's check 'em out. Look carefully in this strip plaza along Old Winter Garden Rd. at Hiawassee Rd.or you may pass it by. There are no bright visible signs on the building's structure, just the neon "Open" sign and a painted sign in the window. Regardless, the space is rows of tables and chairs with a counter at the end. Decor...move on.On this Saturday night, at about 8pm they were almost out of everything. There was no roti, no dhal puri, and the fried rice would have taken 45 mins to cook. Must be yummy. Ok, whats left? Curry duck and rice. Okay one order please. The very straight faced, non interactive, no words, just head and hand gestures counter person disappeared through a door. I could hear the curry being reheated in a cooking vessel. He came back out 10 mins later with a to go bag and two containers. While I was waiting, I glanced around at the couple of tables with men sitting around with numerous beer bottles on the tables. What is it with West Indian men hanging out in restaurants and guzzling dozens and dozens of beer? I also peered in the beer display cooler and to my surprise for a place that boast "We serve beer and wine" on their flyer, there were no West Indian beers and one bottle of White Zinfandel. Maybe they stored them somewhere else? As I looked around the tables there were Heineken and Bud Light. I did not want to ask just in case the counter person chased me with a cutlass.The serving portion was very generous. There was ample rice, packed separately. The duck meat was tender fall off the bone goodness. Skin was definitely browned before simmering in the curry sauce. The sauce's consistency was very balanced not too watery but not too thick. However, the flavor profile was lacking. Maybe I was expecting for a "Duck Curry Competition Winner" that there would have been a distinctive taste or something special. Nada, Nothing, Flat. It was extremely mild and lacked the punch a West Indian curry should carry. There was an underlining heat that was all pepper and no spice. Heat level was quite distracting from the curry and duck flavors. Almost masking the flavor profiles.If this is the gold standard of Duck Curry in Orlando, then this upcoming 6th Annual Central Florida Official Duck Curry Competition is wide open for the taking."

Flavors of Jamaica

★★★★☆ 4 (69)

"First of all, I just moved here from the Brooklyn / Flatbush area where the soul of Jamacia resides. I've been on the hunt for an authentic Jamaican restaurant and this one was recommended by a friend. Little did I know my taste buds would be BLOWN AWAY! :P I ordered Oxtail with rice + peas, a side salad with french dressing, and beet carrot juice. Sweet Baby Jesus that oxtail was BUSSIN! The oxtail pieces were juicy and cooked to perfection. There was an abundance of sauce, exactly the right amount to soak the rice in with each bite. I haven't had oxtail like this in years and I couldn't have been happier. It was so good I had to stop myself from eating everything in one sitting simply so I can have it again later in the day haha. Definitely recommend trying this place out, especially for their oxtail."

Reggae Riddim Jamaican Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.6 (53) • $

"One of the best Jamaican spots in the Orlando area, and in Apopka, FL, in particular. Food is always fresh, great variety, and soups available daily. Breakfast is even offered into the afternoon. I came at 1:30pm and there was still ackee, liver, and hominy available. I had stew peas with white rice for lunch (Wednesday special) and it was the best I've had in a long time (don't tell my mother lol). Also, the restaurant is clean, well kept, and offers entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights, which gives it an added flare. It's a nice size establishment as well. Despite other reviews, the workers and owners are absolutely nice and personable. Love Reggae Riddims!"

Caribbean Grill & Roti Shop

★★★★☆ 4.1 (62)

"I have Caribbean parents and this restaurant was not up to my standards. I drove out of my way to try this place out. The oxtails were soft but lacked that deep flavor. There was also very small amount of meat on the bones. The curry chicken was alright again lacked flavor. The wings were the best item from my order, but honesty no one really goes to a Caribbean restaurant for wings."

Caribbean Sunshine Bakery

★★★★☆ 4.1 (40) • $

"Starting to become a routine for me now, coconut bread with beef patty! That's all I have tried so far but they have some good meals at decent prices. I recommend this place you will be in and out!"

Caribbean Quality Plus

★★★★☆ 4 (1)

"Really good food, but the jerk chicken is not typical jerk spices. Still falls off the bone and worth trying."

Golden Krust

★★★★☆ 3.8 (131) • $

"Come for the patties and the patties won't disappoint. The rest of the options have much to be desired, but the patties are solid and what they're built on. Most have a golden crust (imagine that) which is a container for various fillings. 5 Stars for the patties.They also have a bunch of sides (what I tried was 2-3 stars) and at times, their LTOs (Limited Time Offerings) can be good. We went when they had the vegan meat patties and they were out of them. I wish they had all the time. They have some veggie patties but I tried a bite and wasn't a fan. Their meat Patties are good too though. My visits here may be few and far between, especially with Island Thyme within walking distance to my home, but it's a solid place to stop for a snack if you're visiting Home Depot, Sleep Number, Michaels, or something else in the most inconvenient plaza in Waterford.I think they were on Undercover Boss one time, and they also have their products in the frozen food section of grocery stores, In fact, I just scored their Beyond Meat patties at Publix so now I may never have to endure the logistical nightmare of going here."

Kalalou Caribbean Bar and Grill

★★★★☆ 3.7 (159) • $$

"If you are looking for good Caribbean food Kalalou is the spot! It is mostly Haitian cuisine with a few Jamaican influences. Food 5/5- I had the creole stew chicken with black rice and it was very tasty. The chicken was literally falling off the bone and it was so flavorful. My friend had the griot (fried pork) and let me tell you I could not keep my fork out of his plate. The pork was literally perfect. We also had some fresh passion fruit juice which was a good added touch. Service 5/5- Our server was very nice and knowledgeable about the menu. She also told us they have live music on the weekends so I will definitely be back to check it out. Ambiance 5/5- It is more of a casual environment but a great place to go on a date or just hang out with your friends. They also have an outside patio with a TV which would be great for watching games. They also do bottomless brunch on Sundays for $15 and they have happy hour M-F 5-8pm."

Jonae's Island Twist

★★★★☆ 3.8 (111) • $$

"I ordered pickup: jerk chicken, curry goat, and plantains. The jerk chicken and curry goat were amazing, and the chicken had a really nice heat to it. The plantains weren't the best I've ever had but I still enjoyed them. The order was ready pretty quickly. I would not go there to eat in the restaurant--wasn't the greatest vibe and the person behind the counter didn't seem the nicest. It's definitely more of a take out joint."

Jamaican and Soul Restaurant

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (13)

"I'll start with the positives. The food, overall, was exactly what I thought it would be-true flavors of Jamaica! Or at least, how I imagine Jamaican food would taste. Everything was hot and fresh and had spices that aren't typically used in American cooking. My favorite item was the curry chicken. It fell off the bone, was spicy but not too spicy. The rice and peas on the side paired perfectly with it! The best positive is that you get a ton of food for a "small" plate and price. I've uploaded pictures of my food and bill-check it out! Also, a gentleman called me from the restaurant to let me know they were out of the collard greens that I ordered and offered to give me another side, instead. I chose the slaw. It was nice of them to give me a heads up! We also ordered 5 wings, teriyaki, and those were huge and delicious! Here are the negatives. First, I placed my order at 5:02 using the Grubhub website and as you might see from my screenshot, by 7:09 the food wasn't delivered. Grubhub said it would be delivered between 6:40 and 6:50, so I already knew it was going to be at least an hour and a half, so they weren't terribly late. When the delivery driver arrived, he was extremely kind and apologetic for being late. He explained that the restaurant got my order wrong and that he had them re-make everything.Next, the order I received still wasn't correct. Although they were kind enough to call me about the collards and exchange them for the slaw, I still didn't receive the dumplings and instead, I got yams. Last thing might be more of a preference. The yams were a bit too sweet for my liking, but that might be the traditional way Jamaicans cook them, I don't know. The cole slaw was hot and I prefer it cold and on the side, not on top of the hot food. The french fries were drowning in grease so I tried a few but ultimately didn't eat them. The jerk chicken was a bit dry but the flavor was spot-on! I had high hopes for the beef patties but they, too, were dry.Overall, my favorite was the curry chicken and the rice and peas. I'll probably order the jerk chicken again but ask for extra sauce. Next time, I'll skip Grubhub and just go to the restaurant, myself. It would be quicker and my order would probably be correct."

Kayos Jamaican Grill

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (6)

"My husband and I stumbled across the Great Southern Box Food Hall while looking for a spot to grab lunch the other day and he was excited to see Kayos Jamaican food. They have a variety of Jamaican fare from jerky patties, jerk chicken, ribs, plantains, macaroni and cheese, and much more! He started with a sweet tea, a spicy jerk patty, curry chicken with rice, plantains, macaroni and cheese, and a side of jerk sauce. The meal was a good size and came with a plastic lid in case you have leftovers. The curry chicken was tender, flavorful, and delicious. The jerk patty was warm, crispy outside, and had just the right amount of heat. The jerk sauce had good flavor and wasn't too spicy. My husband likes his jerk sauce hot, so he asked if they had one that is hot and they made him a hot sauce that really packed a punch! Great service!Rating from F to A+++, we give it an A++."

True island grille

★★★★★ 4.6 (7)

"This place has so much potential. The food was delicious and the venue is so big! I was excited to see a large open downstairs with stage and upstairs was said to be available for private events!"

Nightowl Caribbean Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.2 (47) • $

"If you're looking for a Caribbean Restaurant, these are the greatest hits:*GIANT servings*FLAVOR that hits your mouth every bite*LOTS of Caribbean classics availableNightowl hits these out of the park! My ox tails were generously portioned and heavy with meat. They were piled on a huge serving of red beans and rice, and the fatty juices permeated through the whole plate (just how you'd want it if you're ordering ox tails.) The macaroni and cheese is with big noodles and thick sauce. It was just an all around perfectly done to go order of what I was craving."

May Pen Cuisine

★★★★☆ 4.3 (4)

"May Pen Cuisine is a very humble Jamaican restaurant located on Silver Star Road in the same shopping plaza as the Save a Lot supermarket. As I said, this is a very humble establishment. There is absolutely nothing fancy about it. However, the staff us warm and friendly and the food is pretty good. Especially when you consider that they ha r lunch specials at about five dollars ($4.99 to be exact). Oh, I think it also bears mentioning that the lunch special came with a can of soda or a bottle of water.I opted for their jerk chicken lunch special and also treated myself to a Jamaican beef patty. They put my food in a to-go container (again, nothing fancy about this place), rang me up and I grabbed a table.The jerk chicken was definitely good and the price was even better. The beef patty was generic. Not bad, but I could have opened a box that I bought at the supermarket and had the same experience. All in all, this is a great place for lunch (or dinner). I would definitely recommend here."

Topclass Jamaican Bar & Grill

★★★★☆ 4 (55) • $

"A lot of the Jamaican restaurants near me are closed on Sundays but I've dined here before and the food was good. I ordered the curry chicken but they were out so I got stewed chicken instead. Stewed chicken, cabbage, rice and pear with oxtail gravy. I also got a side of mac and cheese. The entree was delicious, the only downside was the amount of tiny bones that were in the meat. The Mac and cheese looked like it had been sitting out for a while but it was hot and pretty tasty. Just tasted like they used a different kind of cheese than regular macaroni. The girl that took my order was very nice and made sure my order was fast and correct. The inside was empty but it was pristine; very clean and nicely set up. I would go and dine in for lunch or dinner."

Caribbean Sunshine Bakery & Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4 (52) • $

"Why is this place not busy on a Friday night?? The food is good! We had the oxtail with white rice and the curry goat. They both came with cabbage which was delicious and fried bread thing which I didn't like- it was hard and greasy and I would have preferred a plantain or something. Both main dishes were really good and the portion is generous. I was a little skeptical because it was totally dead at 7 pm on a Friday but the food did not disappoint! The gentleman that brought out the food was very nice and opened up the carryout boxes and showed me the food before he bagged it. First class service! I am docking a star because there was no one at the front to greet and when she did come out she pretty much rang me up and went right to the back again with few words spoken. I think a little more customer service would go a long a way and help the business. Who knows how many customers may walk in, don't see anyone and walk back out. Especially with a cuisine like Jamaican which is probably not as popular in the Winter Garden area. Long story short-- go try it! Support the small business. I will be back when craving ox tails again! And I want to try the jerk chicken and fried chicken!"

Caribbean Eatz

★★★★☆ 4.4 (14)

"I Just ordered food from here on door dash and man!!!!!! It was very delicious!! Great food with A LOT of FLAVOR!! This was my 1st time trying this restaurant BUT IT WON'T BE MY LAST!! Well Done Caribbean Eatz!!"

Bob Marley-A Tribute to Freedom

★★★★☆ 3.7 (499) • $$

"If you've ever been to Jamaica, this place is pretty authentic. The live band was phenomenal and kept the vibe going. Service was friendly. I was mostly taken back by the price of the meals considering the quantities and location. This is the cheapest dinner I have had in a while, let alone in city walk. The cocobread was delicious and the chicken was perfectly spicy. The stuffed peppers were only $13 and probably the biggest dish I've had in a while!?!"

Jerk Spot Lounge

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (23)

"The food was so good the first time that I had to bring my family when they came in from out of town. This time we sat in and had the jerk oxtail and curry chicken patty. The service was excellent and the food was even better than the first time and I didn't think it was possible. They had a steady flow of customers and door dashers. You really need to check them out. Clean place and great staff."

Sherry’s Trini

★★★★★ 4.7 (49)

"Randomly driving by Sherry's Trini restaurant while heading to Costco and was pleasantly surprised. This restaurant is located inside of a gas station. Sounds really crazy, I know! Truthfully, the food is absolutely delicious. I started with the doubles, wow! I visited Trinidad a few years back and let just say it was pretty close to the one I had in Trinidad. I also tried the curry chicken with potatoes and vegetables which was flavored perfectly and not over seasoned. The bus-up-shot roti was soft, light and flaky, exactly what you want as a vessel to the perfectly seasoned curry. Outside there is a young man grilling chicken and lamb, the lamb was my favorite but the fries could be better. They're just frozen fries. Overall, the service is ok, food amazing and ambiance well....definitely different. I got all the food to go. I can't wait to return to try other items."

Chez Joly

★★★★★ 4.7 (11) • $

"As authentic as it gets. My husband has been dying for some Griot and we came up here after my daughters tournament one day. Chez Joly is a little hole in the wall, and if I've learned anything, it's that little hole in the walls are usually the best food you'll ever eat. I was right. We had the griot with some peas and rice and tostones (plantains) Listennnnn, the meat was fried to perfection and tender on the inside I (ahem WE) will be making the track here again from Lake Mary the next time we're in the area for a tournament Delicious delicious delicious!"

Dumpling Spot

★★★★☆ 4.3 (8)

"I just so happen came across this place what a hidden gem. with one sample of their curry chicken and I was hooked it's so good. I also received a free drink with my meal which was their one of a kind fruit tea it's so delicious I couldn't stop drinking it. The staff was very pleasant and helpful. I look forward to going back to try new dishes. They also cook to order seafood on Friday nights. Give this place a try you'll be happy you did."

Flavors of Heaven

★★★★☆ 3.5 (6)

"The food was good and authentic. Pork was crunchy and chewy. The shrimp was good. It was accompanied with mashed green plantains. The shrimp and plantains were drizzled with a garlic sauce. It's a little food truck outside of a gas station. If you want a drink you'll have to buy it from the gas station. They have a little patio area to eat."

Sebastian's Bistro

★★★★☆ 4.1 (134) • $$$

"This was now my 3rd visit to Sebastian's and it remains one of my top favorite restaurants on Disney property. I didn't take photos this time because the food looks the same every time... The service remains outstanding with friendly and helpful wait staff. The speed of service is also quick without feeling rushed. It was quiet for our 7:50pm reservation, as it is both past the dinner rush and also a bit of an off season for Disney. When the restaurant is full it can be a bit louder but not anything unreasonable. As usual, I highly recommend this restaurant both for the quality of the food and also the price point. The only sad thing to report is that they do not have the passion fruit iced tea which was truly the best thing to drink with the food. I would definitely suggest they bring that back ASAP!!!"

Alez Caribbean Cusine

★★★★★ 5 (1)

"listen this was the best food i've had while visiting orlando!!! i was looking for someplace open late besides fast food. wasn't expecting it to be this good, yet it was amazing. i didn't get a picture of it before i started eating but this is after i stuffed myself silly. i had the goat with rice and plantians. my friends had the red snapper and it too was outstanding (i tried it myself)."

340's Caribbean Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.1 (7)

"If you want that Authentic Virgin Island cooking, this is your spot!! After hearing so much about this place, I Finally made my acquaintance with said establishment July 2015. Upon arrival it doesn't look llike much, but like the saying, don't judge the book by it's cover. I come here for one thing and one thing ONLY, CONCH!!!!!!! Well I'm in Fla for the Holidays and I'm back @340(area code of The VI). Ordered A large Conch meal, with rice, vegetables, plantain and fungi, S0 G00D!!! The only downfall, they didn't have any tarts available, I really wanted A coconut one. Overall 340 is A satisfying little upstart buisness with Great flavorful food, decent prices and generous portions. Food GR8, ambience could be better, so overall 3.5 star(S) if I could!!"

Bobbie’s Roti Hut

★★★★☆ 4.4 (50)

"Hands down- 5 stars!! We had the doubles which were cheery and delicious with just the right amount of sweetness and heat!I had a curry goat roti, stuffed with potatoes, chick peas, cabbage, and lots of scotch bonnet sauce (home made!).My wife had boneless chicken curry also with potatoes snd chick peas... and spinach! It's nice that they offer boneless chicken just in case you don't want to deal with bones in your roti.It took very little time to get our order, and took it to go, although we could have eaten in as well... they have booth seating around the perimeter inside the restaurant.We also got a sorrel drink.. tart with spices and not too sweet- very tasty!"

Olivia's Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.7 (316) • $$

"Quietly celebrating our anniversary here at Olivia's. LOVE eating here whenever we stay at Old Key West. Ross, our waiter, started us off with their pineapple bread and butter. It was sooo tasty. Ross' dinner suggestion was the shrimp scampi as he said it would no longer be on the menu tomorrow. That's what I ordered and the husband had the pork chops! As always they never disappoint. Portions were large and flavorful. Dessert was their bananas foster. OMG! SO GOOD!"

Negril Spice

★★★★☆ 4.3 (121) • $$

"5 Stars for great Jamaican food in Sanford that's easy for pick-up or delivery and packs TONS of flavor! Plus- Vegetarian meat options (soy-based)!I was getting together with some friends and we ordered from Negril. Luckily, a couple of my friends are Jamaican and they helped steer me to some new faves!Food I'd highly recommend:- Brown stew chicken meal with rice and peas, fried plantain, and stewed cabbage. This dish is rich and has the potential for leftovers if you're not starving. For the uninitiated, Jamaican rice and peas consist of red kidney beans and rice that's cooked in broth, coconut milk, and tons of aromatic spices. This isn't your white rice and green peas type of situation. I could have eaten this rice on its own, but add in the brown stew sauce and WOW. Also, I love the cabbage side because it adds a vinegary note that offsets the rich stew. Note: The chicken is cut up and includes bones. - Coco bread: This is a Jamaican style bun baked with coconut milk. It's especially good when paired with a patty in the middle (yes, the coco bread around the patty! Carb heaven!).- Festival: Jamaican festival is a sweet fried dough made with cornmeal, flour, sugar, salt, vanilla extract, and milk aka a dumpling. Yes this is as good as it sounds- especially for soaking up brown stew gravy!I was BLOWN away to see an entire veggie section of the menu (for online ordering) featuring soya veggie chunks (a soy based option with the consistency of chicken). That's a HUGE deal for those of us with vegetarians in the family. Overall, delicious Jamaican food that I'll definitely order again!"