Jamaica Restaurants
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1. Boston Jerk Centre
$ | |Actually a collection of about half a dozen open-air stands, this is a culinary landmark thanks to its popular jerk pits. Stroll up to the open pits, fired by pimento logs and topped with a piece of corrugated roofing metal, locally known as zinc, and order meat by the quarter-, half-, or full pound. You'll find all the traditional Jamaican meats sold here, along with side dishes, soups, and local beers.
Hwy. A4, Port Antonio, Portland, JamaicaKnown For
- Local beers
- Stands selling jerk meats
- Delicious local side dishes like festival and rice and peas
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2. Ocho Rios Jerk Centre
$ | |This canopied, open-air eatery is a great place for island fare like fiery jerk meals, wings, and burgers, or seafood such as fish and shrimp, which are perfectly complemented by frosty Red Stripe beers and signature cocktails. Milder barbecued meats are sold by weight (a quarter- or half-pound makes a good serving). It's busy at lunch, especially when passengers from cruise ships swamp the place.
14 DaCosta Dr., Ocho Rios, St. Ann, Jamaica876-974–2549Known For
- Jerk pork
- Specialty cocktails
- Curry goat served with rice and peas
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3. Scotchies Drax Hall
$$ | |The Ocho Rios branch of the longtime Montego Bay favorite has been lauded by international chefs for its excellent jerk. The plates of jerk chicken and pork and a variety of other dishes like sausage, fish, and ribs at this open-air restaurant are all accompanied by classic Jamaican side dishes such as festival and bammy. Be sure to step over to the kitchen to watch the preparation of the jerk over the pits.
North Coast Hwy., Ocho Rios, St. Ann, Jamaica876-794–9457Known For
- Jerk chicken
- Fire-breathing hot sauce
- Rum Ribs on Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
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4. Sweetwood Jerk Joint
$ | |Located next to Emancipation Park, this jerk joint specializes in spicy jerk meats. It's the perfect spot to relax and dine after a busy day or to take food to go.
78 Knutsford Blvd., Kingston, Jamaica876-906–4854Known For
- Jerk lamb and chicken
- Great post-work spot
- Relaxed atmosphere
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5. Ultimate Jerk Center and Rest Stop
$$ | |A favorite with locals traveling the North Coast Highway, this open-air eatery across from the Green Grotto Caves serves a variety of jerk dishes well as fish and traditional Jamaican side dishes. A separate bar—housed in a colorful rondavel (a round hut with a thatch roof)—serves beverages.
Main St., Runaway Bay, St. Ann, Jamaica876-973--2054Known For
- Popular Jamaican soups like mannish water (goat soup) and red peas soup
- Jerk rabbit
- Lively bar
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6. Ultimate Jerk Centre and Rest Stop
$ | |A favorite with locals traveling the North Coast Highway, Ultimate Jerk Centre is an open-air eatery, across from the Green Grotto Caves. Jerk meals are on the menu as well as fish, and the traditional Jamaican side dishes. A separate bar, housed in a colorful rondavel (a round hut with a thatch roof), serves drinks and sodas.
North Coast Highway, Runaway Bay, St. Ann, Jamaica876-973–2054Known For
- Jerk rabbit meat
- Popular Jamaican soups like mannish water (goat soup) and red peas soup
- Jerk chicken and pork
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7. Woody's Low Bridge Place
$ | |Positive vibes and burgers are featured at this roadside eatery. Charles "Woody" Cousins and wife Cherry serve up simple fare from a whitewashed shack whose walls bear Cherry's handwritten affirmations. Besides quintessential American fare like fries and hot dogs, you can order smoked meats as well as a traditional Jamaican dinner made to order. There's also a full range of blended drinks to choose from.
Drapers Main Rd., Port Antonio, Portland, Jamaica876-993–7888Known For
- Homemade ginger beer
- Delicious hamburgers
- Veggie burger with plantains
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