These Are The Best Caribbean Restaurants In Atlanta

Some of the best food you can find in Atlanta is of the Caribbean variety.

Because we all like curry goat, jerk chicken and such, here are the best Caribbean restaurants in Atlanta. Some very capable chefs from places like Barbados, St. Lucia, Jamaica and other spots have made Atlanta their home.

With them, they’ve bought some of their best Caribbean dishes with them. Note: These Atlanta restaurants are currently offering takeout / delivery.

Here Are The Best Caribbean Restaurants In Atlanta

We thank them very much, but new Caribbean restaurants are opening all the time in metro Atlanta, so we need to show you where they’re located:

Dat Fire Jerk Chicken

226 Northside Dr SW, Atlanta, GA 30313

Dat Fire Jerk Chicken is known for their jerk chicken and collard greens. The Northside eatery has also gained a following for authentic Jamaican cabbage salad.

Here’s what one Google reviewer says about Dat Fire Jerk chicken: “Authentic Jamaican food. My husband is from Jamaica lived their all his life, even had his own jamaican restaurant and he LOVED the food here. The owner and staff are great with SUPER customer service. I wish I could give it 10 stars.”

Caribbean Delights

576 Lee St SW B, Atlanta, GA 30310

Caribbean Delights is small counter-serve restaurant that packs a powerful punch when it comes to its culinary might. The restaurant serves Caribbean eats & vegetarian options.

One Google reviewer says aout Caribbean Delights: “I love the head woman in charge been living in the area almost 4 years and I prefer to go when she’s there and miss her when I don’t see her. And her patties, jerk chicken, plantains, macaroni, and greens my my my…. she knows I’ll come in just for her greens!”

Foxx Original Jamaican Restaurant

378 Edgewood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312

One of the more popular spots to grab some Caribbean food near downtown Atlanta is at Foxx Original Jamaican Restaurant on Edgewood Avenue. The eatery has all the Jamaican staples like plantains, stew, jerk & curry to goat, fish & tofu.

Here’s what one Google reviewer says about Foxx Original Jamaican Restaurant: “The curry goat that my husband got was great! I got a veggie plate of rice and peas with cabbage, collard greens and candied yams. It was good, but it tasted more “southern” than Caribbean due to the well-done cabbage and overall sweetness of the vegetables.”

Jamrock

111 M.L.K. Jr Dr SW, 381 Moreland Ave SE

1232 Metropolitan Pkwy SW, Atlanta, GA 30310.

This Jamaican restaurant encompasses everything we love about Caribbean cuisine: flavorful dishes, warm and inviting hospitality along with authentic Jamrock roots, mon! The counter-serve restaurant is small on dining space, but you can still get you a carryout of Jamaican jerk chicken, curry goat & other favorites.
 

Irie Mon Cafe

1800 Peachtree St NW Ste 103, Atlanta, GA 30309

Irie Mon Cafe is located in the heart of downtown Atlanta and is a favorite place for professionals working in the city’s center to find Jamaican food and other Caribbean staples.

Here’s what one reviewer says of Irie Mon Cafe. “Excellent stewed fish, very authentic. Customer service is excellent too, representative assisted with choices and made sure we were eating well.”

Island Takeaway & Dining

5540 Old National Hwy, Atlanta, GA 30349

Island Takeaway & Dining has a loyal following because of its Jerk Chicken Tacos, Stuffed Crab and Jerk Chicken Plate. Located in southwest Atlanta, Island Takeaway is affordable and has quick service.
 

Here’s what a Google reviewer says about Island Takeaway & Dining: “Great Food, Atmosphere and Service! Good Vibes Escovitch Fish Red Snapper. Fresh cooked to order. Price is excellent. Just tried the Jerk chicken Tacos with a great sauce to put on them. Homemade Fruit Punch is all natural and homemade Pineapple Ginger has a kick!!! Try everything on the menu!”

Jerk Chicken Grill

925 Garrett St STE L, Atlanta, GA 30316
 
 Located in downtown Atlanta, Jerk Chicken Grill is a modest place that goes big on the flavor. This place is known for its sauce: Peach Bourbon, Honey Lime Sriracha and Festival, among others.
 
Here’s what one reviewer says about Jerk Chicken Grill: “This place is the best! I ordered Uber eats from here several times before actually going in. The food is amazing. The jerk chicken wrap is my go to! The food always tastes fresh and their sauces are delicious. Check it out if you’re in the east Atlanta area.”
 

Mango’s Caribbean Restaurant

180 Auburn Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA | 404-698-3992

 806 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd SW, Atlanta, GA 30310 | (404) 500-2851

Matthew “True” Nelson was well known around Atlanta as a famed reggae club promoter. These days, Nelson, known in musical circles as Krushmore, is making culinary hits these days. He owns Mangos Caribbean Restaurant on Auburn Avenue next to the Royal Peacock, which he controls as well. As Mango’s jerk chicken grows in popularity, Nelson’s food empire is expanding to the West End.
Historically, those with the best food have struggled to stay afloat, either due to business mistakes are trying to survive on bare-bones budgets. That being said, there are a few joints still keeping the soul food flame alive.

Taste of Tropical

530 Joseph E Lowery Blvd SW, Atlanta, GA

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Taste of Tropical is a fast-serve Atlanta restaurant located at Oak At Ashby Street Shopping Center.  The eatery serves decent oxtail, curry chicken and saltfish to boot.

Here is what one Google reviewer says about the place: “Best Jamaican Restaurant in town also with Tofu on the menu. I’ve been coming to this place for over 15 years. Won’t catch me anywhere else but here. Introduced my friends from Philly/NJ to this place…. they’ve been loyal customers ever since.”

Final Word

Some of the best food in Atlanta is of the Southern variety, but with so many transplants from the islands, the metro area has gained a reputation for Caribbean food.

Atlanta is having a restaurant renaissance. Hot chicken is the rage in Atlanta’s dining scene right now. But so are chicken and waffles.
Fast-casual is also the dining trend du jour around metro Atlanta restaurants. The concept involves mixing the quick accessibility of fast food with the casual dining experience. Food in Atlanta is also adapting to the various tastes of the migrants that come here to live.
 
 
Patrons typically order off a menu board like they would at a burger joint, but the convenience of sitting down to leisurely enjoy their food has made the segment a popular one with the restaurant industry. The craze hasn’t escaped metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, which has seen a fast-caz explosion in recent years.
CJ Johnson: CJ is a longtime Atlantan who has written a book about Atlanta's food scene. He has also fallen in love with the city's music and sports scenes. He writes about Food, Restaurants, Travel, Sports and Atlanta Culture. Check out the book. https://amzn.to/3RPmbZM
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