Yah Mon

Yah Mon 10/10 definitely recommend.Drinks: passion fruit juice and Arnold Palmer Appetizer:beef Pattie, jerk wings, coco bread, and Roti for an appetizer. Entree: Caribbean chicken platter (curry chicken, jerk chicken, and brown chicken stew with rice and peas, plantain and organic salad) Everything had breath taking flavors. The ambiance was very romantic and the music was definitely on point. Felt like we were on an island eating dinner. The service was amazing super informative, polite, and personable. This was my first time hearing about Yah Mon and I'm very pleased.

My husband and I found this place by the sign out by the road and decided to give it a try. We were greeted by a welcoming and charismatic man and taken to a table. The place was nice and clean but empty of customers. We were informed that the menu was only available on their website, so we took a look and ordered a Coke ($7), a Diet Coke ($7), the (8) jerk chicken wings ($15) and the coco bread ($7) to start, at the recommendation of the server. Both were a good choice. The wings were tender, fall off the bone and seasoned well with a building heat and the coco bread was fluffy and buttery. My husband then ordered the curry goat ($39) and I ordered the oxtail ($39) for our entrees. Both were tender with good flavor, but the oxtail gravy stole the show. Deep brown in color, not too much oil rendered from the oxtail fat leftover and cloves of garlicky slow cooked goodness. The curry goat was definitely lacking in our opinion, but we couldn't place what was missing, it was just a pasty, almost grainy texture, but still tender. The rice and peas and the plantains are always a good side dish. Overall, it was a nice experience and the service was top notch, as I would hope with an automated 20% tip for all checks (this wasn't told to us directly, but is on their website when you go to look at the menu).My only complaint and concern through the whole experience is that our bill should have been around $115 before 6% tax and the automatic 20% gratuity based on the advertised menu prices which would have been around $148 total max. However, we were presented with a handheld point of sale computer at the table. The server held the handheld in front of us and quickly scrolled through the receipt before proceeding to the checkout screen and setting the unit on the table. The screen displayed a $174 total on a new tip screen and the server indicated I should leave a tip if I wanted to, I quickly confirmed that the $174 total displayed included the automatic 20% or not? He confirmed it did already include the 20% and that I could just skip. I skipped, checked out, and we left wondering how the bill got to $174 so quickly. We have been to many other upscale dining experiences and spent the same for more food. I should have asked for a receipt before we left but didn't quite register that there was a TWENTY-SEVEN dollar difference between what should have been the total vs what we were presented with as the total until I double checked our math in the truck.Overall, I'm left with an uneasy feeling that we have been taken advantage of, but I hope not and encourage customers of this establishment to PAY ATTENTION TO YOUR BILL when closing out.

We just ate here on a recent trip to Tampa. Theservice was exceptional, rivaled only by the food itself. This place is a gem.

The jerk wings were delicious! We had the oxtail and the Caribbean chicken sampler platter. The oxtail was truly fall-off-the bone and very delicious! The Caribbean chicken sampler platter had curry chicken, jerk chicken, and brown stewed chicken. The star of the plate was the brown stewed chicken. There was a tiny little salad for crunch, a couple of fried plantains, and rice. The rice needed some salt or something. Maybe it was a little overdone. I server was very nice and encouraged us to try all the different flavors. The ambience was romantic, but there were lots of tables so if it's busy, it might be loud. $$$

First time trying it and it was very nice setting, good service, but way to over priced. I had the Jerk chicken wings which was pretty good. The drink I ordered was $9 and way to small for the price. I tried the Mac and cheese and it taste like simply cheese and noodles. Wasn't a fan of it honestly. I also ordered the chocolate cake, that was pretty good. Overall I'd say it was all ok. I'll be back to try some of the other foods but overall it was okay- Just really expensive for what you get.

Tasty and unique!It's been a while since I had Jamaican food and I have no regrets in picking this place to satisfy that craving. Our waiter was very attentive from the moment we walked in and service like that must be acknowledged. He did a great job of describing the dishes and providing us with options. He checked in as necessary to ensure we were having a good time.The location is an odd place but it feels very adventurous. The lights are dim and romantic - PERFECT PLACE FOR A DATE.It's worth mentioning that the COCONUT was divine and fresh! Was it shipped from the island? I'll never drink another coconut in tampa bay that is not from here! I opted to go with the Oxtail Pasta and omgggg, the flavors were divine! I never knew oxtails and pasta could go together, but the chef has managed to create a combination that is both satisfying and tasty. The pasta was creamy, but not overwhelming. The oxtails held the flavors and juices that when combined with the creaminess of pasta, it became an explosion of flavor. My friend ordered the chicken platter and I've never seen her do the happy dance like I did that day.Be ready to spend when visiting, it is easy to go over 100 for a single person, the quality of food and atmosphere does match the cost.Look forward to bringing more friends and family to this restaurant.

This was a bittersweet experience. I am a Caribbean native so I try to support island cuisine even though I can cook it myself. Decided to try Yah Mon one evening with my family which consisted of my 2 year old. When we seated, I took out my child's sippy cup and was immediately told "no outside food or drinks". This was a sudden turn off. You never hear such ridiculous rules in other restaurants with the exception of Caribbean restaurants. Such antiquated thinking. The restaurant is supposed to be upscale Caribbean food but the appetizer plates were plastic and the napkins were paper. If the meals are over $30, cloth napkins and reusable plates should be standard. When it comes the food, again it is on the pricier side but it was extremely delicious. I had the Taste of the Islands entree which is perfect if you want to sample. The curry goat phenomenal, the oxtail, although only 2 pieces was flavorful. The dhalpouri with curry appetizer was also a great starter. I would suggest you at least try this establishment if but once. The food is good.

Some of the best authentic Caribbean food I have had, hands down. I'm from Miami and I'm Jamaican so I know good Caribbean food. Period. Had the Taste of the Islands plate which included oxtail, curry chicken (typically curry goat but it wasn't ready) and jerk chicken. The jerk was extremely flavorful probably the best I have had ever. Everything was honestly amazing. Had a beef patty and cock bread for an appetizer and both were phenomenal. The service was amazing. The blue lemonade was great as well. Family run business so everything feels very personal and catered to you. I will definitely be back whenever I am back in Tampa. Knocks jerk hut out the park, especially if you're looking for a more luxurious personal dining experience.

AMAZING FOODDD 10/10 taste just like I'm on a Caribbean island!! Amazing service! I recommend everyone to eat here

Food and service is was great! We went with a group and everyone enjoyed their food. It is a small black business that is worth supporting. The atmosphere is very beautiful and elegant.