New York has a substantial population of Caribbean immigrants and people of Caribbean heritage. This means that the city is filled with Caribbean culture. If you plan to visit New York and are craving authentic Caribbean food but unsure where to eat, don’t worry, the ‘Big Apple’ is filled with Caribbean cuisine. NYC’s City Guide recommends these five popular Caribbean restaurants.
- Jasmine’s Caribbean Cuisine
Jasmine’s Caribbean Cuisine, located on 46th Street in New York City serves savory cuisine and fruit-filled cocktail blends inspired by Caribbean countries. Jasmine’s Caribbean Cuisine specializes in tasty Dominican, Antiguan, St. Thomas, Trinidad, and Jamaican cuisine. This restaurant seeks to spread love through an immersive culinary and cultural experience.
2. Miss Lily’s
Miss Lily’s in New York City’s East Village is another stop to enjoy Jamaican food. You may have jerk chicken, escovitch fish, oxtail, and curried goat, all seasoned with rich spices. Chef Kahari Woolcock and Culinary Director Andre Fowles, both Jamaicans bring the island’s flavors to NYC and lead Miss Lily’s culinary crew. Enjoy your lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch experience as you dine in their vibrant atmosphere.
- The Food Sermon
The Food Sermon, located at 355 Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn is another place to satisfy your cravings for Caribbean food. Chef Rawlston Williams, originally from St. Vincent and the Grenadines, produces delectable meals, using flavors and cooking techniques from various cultures. The Food Sermon incorporates such vibrant tastes into each of the restaurant’s signature Island Bowls. You may also create your meal, choosing from braised lamb, chicken, fish, or a vegetarian option, with a savory sauce of your choice.
- Freda’s Caribbean and Soul Cuisine
On the Upper West Side, in Manhattan, you can enjoy everything homemade at Freda’s Caribbean and Soul Cuisine. From their delicious brown stew chicken, candied yams, macaroni & cheese, and oxtail to their delectable cakes and pies. Stop, and get a first-hand taste of the authentic meals, rich in Caribbean flavor from Freda’s Caribbean and Soul Cuisine.
- Cuba Restaurant and Rum bar
Cuba Restaurant and Rum bar is located at 222 Thompson Street in New York City. Enjoy the wonderful aroma of its cuisine as you bask in the Caribbean culture. This restaurant serves Cuban, Latin, and Spanish cuisine along with its distinctive mojito and sangria. Others have fallen in love with their food, music, and culture; you can too!
