20+ Restaurants With The Best Jerk Chicken In Atlanta

You don’t have to be from the Caribbean islands to enjoy West Indian food locally. The best jerk chicken in Atlanta can be found in and around the city’s midsection.

One reason Atlanta has so many good Caribbean restaurants is because so many people from the islands have relocated here.

As a result, Midtown and downtown Atlanta both have some good jerk chicken restaurants in Atlanta and we’re going to show you them.

Best Jerk Chicken Restaurants in Atlanta

So you can see how real people feel about the jerk chicken, we’ve added reviews from customers….

Dat Fire Jerk

226 Northside Dr SW, Atlanta, GA 30313 | (404) 254-4494

Dat Fire Jerk is one of those downhome places that don’t look like much on the outside, but on the grill, it’s legit.

Here’s what one reviewer says about Dat Fire Jerk: “I’ve had Jamaican food all around my hometown NY/NJ, but this place is by far my favorite. They can do no wrong…from the curry chicken patties to the best Jerk chicken my taste buds have ever had the privilege of tasting. If you like Jamaican food this is the place to go.”

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!”

Conch Heaven

6035 Peachtree Blvd, Atlanta, GA 30341

Conch Heaven in the Peachtree Pavilion Shopping Center has some of the most loyal customers in the area when it comes to Caribbean food.

Here’s what one reviewer says about Conch Heaven: “The food there is so so so good, their the best, NUMBER #1 they also have different locations the food is so good.they have one in Miami that’s where I’m from the food there is all so good keep up the good work guys👍👍👍👍🙌🙌🙌🙌👌👌”

Scotch Bonnett Jamaican Restaurant

4454 Campbellton Rd SW, Atlanta, GA 30331

Scotch Bonnett is well known for its fire jerk chicken on the south side of Atlanta. The restaurant gives you a nice portion, too.

Here’s what one reviewer says about Scotch Bonnett: “Great, authentic Caribbean food. The smell of well seasoned meat cooking on the grill, let’s you know you’re in the right spot! The staff is great… down to earth, and willing to help. At time the line can look out of control, but stick around as they move quick and more so WORTH THE WAIT!”

Eats

600 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30308

One of Eats’ main dishes is the jerk chicken, which is saying something because this Midtown Atlanta restaurant has the best jerk in the area and is pretty cheap.

Here’s what a reviewer says about Eats: “Excellent quick meal. There are 2 lines. The one on the left serves pastas and the one straight ahead serves meats. I always get the jerk chicken which is always moist and flavorful. Very good value for the amount of food and great quality. Seats are first come first serve. There us a medium sized parking lot.”

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.”

Jerk Wingz N Thingz

3024 M.L.K. Jr Dr SW, Atlanta, GA 30311

Jerk Wingz N Thingz in the West Ridge Shopping Center is a great place to pick up a plate of jerk wings. 

Here is what a reviewer says about Jerk Wingz N Thingz: “I had been searching for a great jerk spot near my home and I found this little jewel. Great customer service and wonderful food the atmosphere is authentically soulful. I will most definitely be back. BEST JERK in ATL!”

Kingston Grill

1105 Main St Suite 701, Forest Park, GA 30297

Kingston Grill in Forest Park has a loyal following for people looking for jerk chicken south of Atlanta.

Here’s what a Google reviewer says about Kingston Grill: “I really enjoyed myself here. The oxtail dinner as well as the Jerk chicken spring rolls were amazing! I also enjoyed sitting out on the deck. I do hope they add sweet tea to the menu.”

Taste of Tropical

530 Joseph E Lowery Blvd SW, Atlanta, GA

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aste 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.”

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.”

The Spice House

2247 Cascade Rd SW, Atlanta, GA 30311

Vickery’s

933 Garrett St #101, Atlanta, GA 30316

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