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Jamarado Directory

We’re always on the prowl finding the best reggae inspired Food, Experiences, Places To Stay, Shops and more. Let us know if you make a great discovery - we'll be delighted to add it. Contact info@jamarado.com

ISLAND SOCIAL CLUB, LONDON

Island Social Club’s purpose is food and beyond. It's unique and uber creative in everything from the food to the events offered It's all about community and a vision to explore and share brilliant Caribbean heritage- from island to contemporary Black British culture. The space is designed to be a clear representation of modern London life. Island Social Club was founded by Caribbean Londoners, and aims to re-root British Caribbean culture in Hackney by producing undiluted and exciting encounters between food, drink and people. With a nightly combination of Rum and Roti from Marie Mitchell and Joseph Pilgrim, alongside a curated events programme, Island Social Club aims to fill the void left by the erosion of London’s once thriving Caribbean social scene.

FISH, WINGS AND TINGS

A long-time resident of South London, Brian’s instincts led him to open his first restaurant in Brixton Village in 2012. Continuing in the spirit of his grandmother, Brian incorporates family and community into everything he does. Located in the vibrant and creative Brixton village that fuses new wave foodie heaven with old skool Caribbean suppliers plus lovely boutique shops offering home and fashion from across the globe.

LEVI ROOTS CARIBBEAN SMOKEHOUSE

The famous Reggaepreneur, TV personality and hot sauce creatory has finally opened his dream restaurant in East London. Serving fantastic Jerk Chicken amongst other traditional Caribbean favourites, including smoked meats and vegetables all finished the real jerk pit.

MAMA’S JERK, BRIXTON

New Style Caribbean food - Mama’s Jerk BBQ prides itself on its Marinade Recipe which was originally made the founder's late Nan, Mama Charlotte. She was called Mama by every one in town, and so Mama's Jerk got its name. Excellent reputation and affordable.

BUS STOP CARIBBEAN RESTAURANT, BRIGHTON

"Brighton to Barbados." Great reputation and a Brighton favourite. As one happy customer puts it. "When your 78-year old Trinidadian mother gives the food and the rum punch her seal of approval, you know you've hit!!"

SOUL FOOD, LONDON

Located In the heart of Borough Market, Soul Food offers fresh, feel-good food with hearty ingredients and bold flavours. The food is inspired by Africa, the Caribbean and much of the Americas. Top quality street food you'll love.

THREE LITTLE BIRDS, LONDON

Three Little Birds is a stylish spot to indulge in the best in Jamaican food. Two locations - heartland Brixton and Clapham.

TRACKS AND RECORDS, LONDON

London's branch of the brilliant restaurant and sports bar from Jamaica's very own Usain Bolt, located in the heart of London's famous Spitalfields market. Expect feel good food and a great array of drinks, with all the best party beats and big chunes. Usain has this to say "The moment you step through our doors and smell the aromas of our menu, you’ll be tantalized – from our ‘pickins’ and ‘nyammins’, to our traditional soups and salads, the jerk pan, our Bolt inspired burgers and other signature dishes." Follow them on Insta for events too! Plus check out our Flava Caribbean Zone for the 3 Jamaica restaurants in Kingston, Montego Bay and Ocho Rios.

BIBLOS, BRISTOL

Lovely cafe serving Lebanese and Caribbean wraps and meze. Great value and welcoming atmosphere.

TURTLE BAY, LONDON and UK

Turtle Bay the fun and funky Caribbean social has locations across the UK from Brixton to Cardiff, including Bath and Bournmouth. Super cool decor and a chilled hang out vibe its a great place to meet friends and socialise. Good cocktails and easy food. We love the chilli squid.

  • 382 - 384, Brixton Rd, Brixton, London, SW9 7AW Brixton, Ealing, Croydon, Cardiff and venues across the UK check the website.
  • https://www.turtlebay.co.uk

RUM KITCHEN, LONDON

Fun and fabulous Rum and Caribbean food bar for a lively night out. With 2 London locations in West End and Brixton (all locations resonate with the history and culture of the Caribbean migration to UK). Rum Kitchen combines great food, drinks and dancing. It's hip and happening and we think it gets the menu just about right. We frequent both locations and haven't been disappointed yet.

PEPPERS & SPICE, LONDON

Traditional Caribbean take away serving the classic dishes. Check out the Curry Goat and Beef Patties. It's all good. Watch out for the queues they can be big.

MA PETITE JAMAICAN, LONDON

Serving authentic Jamaican food in the London since 1985. Located centrally in buzzing Camden, this little restaurant has a lot of heart and soul. Super food and stylish interiors boasting the creative vibes. Not to be missed on any trip to London.

REGGIE'S CARIBBEAN CUISINE, LONDON

Reggie’s Caribbean cuisine is a family business serving authentic Trinidadian cuisine and homemade ice cream. It's just outside historic Harlesden and definitely worth the journey. Harlesden like Brixton played a massive role in making Reggae international.

OCHI CARIBBEAN TAKEAWAY

Ochi Carribean Takeaway is a London favourite for authentic Caribbean cuisine. Rihanna is said to be a regular when in town. It opened on 17th August 1996 Marcus Garvey's earthday. They are located in West London near Shepherd's Bush Market station (Circle & Hammersmith & City lines). A few minutes walk from West Field and a short journey from London's West End.

RUDIE'S DALSTON, LONDON

The Orignial Rudie's - a fun and happening hang out. In their words "If you love the spicy-sweet taste of tender charcoal grilled and smoked jerk cooking, refreshing Jamaican beers and rums, the easy vibe of reggae music and the laid back ambience of a fun and sassy social hang out then you are gonna love Rudie’s."

RUDIE'S - BOX PARK SHOREDITCH, LONDON

Hip Jamaican bar and eaterie offering "banging" real jerk and small plates with a contemporary twist rooted in authentic flavours and using fresh ingredients. Great range of cocktails including many signature rum cocktails, all served up against a classic reggae sound track…

COTTON'S CAMDEN, LONDON

A London institution, Cottons Restaurant & Rhum has its roots planted firmly in the Caribbean. It's been serving the best Caribbean cuisine to Londoners for over 30 years. DJs on the weekend too in the bar at the front.

GUANABANA

First opened in 2007, Guanabana Restaurant was one of the first Latin Caribbean restaurants in London. It specialises in cuisine from all over South America & the Caribbean - from Jamaica, Colombia, Mexico and everywhere in-between. We rate the Jerk Chicken. Try it!

JAMAICA PATTY CO, LONDON

The Jamaica Patty Co. was founded in 2013 with the aim of bringing high-quality Jamaican food to the UK. Jamaican-born entrepreneur Theresa Roberts was determined to give UK customers the true, fresh and authentic Patty experience.

BAMBOULA - BRIXTON

With two restaurants across London – one in buzzing Brixton and one in wonderful Wembley – and with over 20 years of experience, Bamboula are passionate about serving the very best Caribbean food around. Expect jerk, curries, stews, burgers, fried chicken and plenty more besides. Plus vibrant Caribbean drinks menu loaded with fruity cocktails and plenty of rum.

BAMBOULA - WEMBLEY

With two restaurants across London – one in buzzing Brixton and one in wonderful Wembley – and with over 20 years of experience, Bamboula are passionate about serving the very best Caribbean food around. Expect jerk, curries, stews, burgers, fried chicken and plenty more besides. Plus vibrant Caribbean drinks menu loaded with fruity cocktails and plenty of rum.

NEGRIL, BRIXTON, LONDON

Excellent healthy Jamaican food in Brixton. Strong reputation and good service.

TRUE FLAVOURS CARIBBEAN CUISINE, BRIXTON, LONDON

True flavours was established in 2011. Years of hard work and dedication from the restaurants head chef and founder Junior along with a passionate team of kitchen and front of house staff allows our exuberant restaurant to offer authentic flavours of Jamaica.

MANGO ROOM, LONDON

Mango Room offers modern Caribbean cuisine at its very best, set in highly creative and colourful surroundings, a friendly and personal service complete with a menu where each dish is stylishly presented for a contemporary edge.

ALL NATIONS VEGAN HOUSE, LONDON

All Nations Vegan House was relaunched by Atreka Cameron in December 2017. After setting up her own catering company Vegan Food Planet, Atreka decided to set up roots in the heart of Dalston, sharing her passion for healthy, vegan Caribbean food. A mother of 7 Atreka has perfected the art of comforting, nutritious feel good food with wide appeal. A must if you are in Londoner or visiting.

AGNE'S SPENCERS JA CUISINE, BRISTOL

Jamaican street food at its best.

ISLAND CHOCOLATE

  • 3 Lion Yard, London

JERK GARDEN, LONDON

  • Branches in Brockley, Beckenham and Sydenham Brockley 394 Brockley Rd, London SE4 2BY

HEALTHY EATERS, LONDON

Classic Jamaican eatery at the heart of the Brixton community.

WHITE MEN CAN'T JERK, LONDON

White Men Can’t Jerk began life as a monthly party and cook out in 2012 in a local pub. Their passion was the stunning and reassuring flavours of the classic Jamaican Jerk. Since then, WMCJ has grown into a successful street food vendor, event caterer and private catering company. Check their website for Locations some are residencies and others festivals and events.

  • The Duke of Edinburgh, 204 Ferndale Road, London, SW9 8AG, Prince of Peckham, 1 Clayton Road, London, SE155JA, Dinerama, 19 Great Eastern St, London, EC2A 3EJ plus more locations, events and festivals. CHECK THEIR WEBSITE
  • http://www.whitemencantjerk.com
  • +44 7715 526 316.

ONLY JERKIN', LONDON and BIRMMIMGHAM

Only Jerkin like to put their own spin on the Caribbean classic and fuse it with other street food style.

  • Camden Lock Pl, Camden Town, London NW1 8AF and Digbeth Dining Club, Lower Trinity Street, Birmingham B9 4AG, England

ITAL FRESH, LONDON

Delicious Caribbean vegan street food inspired by the Ital food cooked by the Rastafari, which focuses on plant based food that gives strength and vitality to our bodies.

REGGAE RITA'S

Rita came to Amsterdam & saw there was a gap in the market, after all the city's people had taken Reggae music to their hearts but where was the food to go with it? So she opened Reggae Rita in Oct 2016, drawing upon her family heritage & cooking experience you'll find her offering traditional Jamaican food & a smattering of Ital, alongside wicked cocktails & rum punches in the Jamaica Lounge.

JAH JAH BY LE TRICYCLE

Started in 2017 by two Rastafari chef's this place really is a one off in Paris - following the Ital tradition you'll be treated to a plethora of Vegan delights. They also offer masterclasses in Ital cookery, educating you in the positive vibes of the Rastafari food culture.

YA MAN

Barbara Saltmann opened Ya Man in 2008 - She really is the epitome of Jamaican generosity, her spirit & love is obvious from the moment you walk in to her place, offering the most amazing food, irie vibes & rum punch cocktails, a true taste of Island life & culture.

CARIBBEAN MERMAID

Authentic Jamaican food in the seaside town of Fuengirola, excellent value for money & great jerk chicken.

EAT CARIBBEAN

Just a stones throw from the Aquarium & beautiful views of the beach you'll find Eat Caribbean - they offer a small but fabulous menu of traditional Caribbean favourites like Jerk Chicken & Curried Goat. You'll also be able to enjoy regular Reggae Nights & Dancehall evenings plus live concerts featuring African tunes & Caribbean irie vibes.

THE CARIBBEAN HOUSEWIFE

Jamain Brigitha realised when she came to Copenhagen that the food of her childhood was seriously under represented, so she opened The Caribbean Housewife - a Soul Soup Kitchen full to the brim with the flavours of her Dutch/West Indian heritage, offering vegan soups & vegetarian mains & sides. You'll need to order in advance if you want to make sure to get your first choice off the menu & to avoid those pesky queues.