New York City is an amazing melting pot of cultures, and if you dive even deeper, you can find yourself some interesting niches. The soul of the Caribbean has called many parts of this great city home. From Port-au-Prince to Havana to Santo Domingo, we’ve scoured “The Big Apple” for the best Caribbean restaurants to ease your island cravings. The next time your travels carry you to the “city that never sleeps,” be sure to break up your day with a little flavor from the Caribbean!
Ms. Lily’s 7A
109 Avenue ANew York, NY 10009
Notable Dishes: Jerk Corn, Sorrel Glazed Pork Spare Ribs, Jerk Ramen, Oxtail Stew,
Traditional Curry Goat Stew
Can’t Miss Cocktails: Mr. Boombastic, Lily’s Punch, Pineapple Gingah Mojito, Coki Beach
Sisters’ Caribbean Cuisines
47 E 124th StNew York, NY 10035
Notable Dishes: Jerk Chicken, Oxtails, Yams, Ackee & Saltfish, Curried Goat, Roti
Glady’s Jerk Center
453 Rogers AveBrooklyn, NY 11225
Notable Dishes: Spicy Smoked Fish Scramble, Breakfast Roti, Jerk Lobster, Guyanese Chow Mien, Peppered Shrimp
Can’t Miss Cocktails: Hot Steppa Punch, Devil’s Acre, Lovely Day, Dark N Slushie
The Door Restaurant
16307 Baisley BlvdJamaica, NY 11434
Victor’s Cafe
236 W 52nd StNew York, NY 10019
Notable Dishes: Salmon Carnaval, Ropa Vieja, Lechón Asado, Churrasco Con Chimichurri, Ceviche de Pargo
Margon
136 W 46th StNew York, NY 10036
My Cuban Spot
488 Carroll StBrooklyn, NY 11215
Notable Dishes: Oink Oink Babe, I’m Broke Bitch, The Boss, Some Bread and Steak, Breakfast Fritz, Pork Crack-lins
Pro Tip: Grab a cafecito and live your best java life!
Harlem’s Floridita
2276 12th AveNew York, NY 10027
Notable Dishes: Antojos Para Dos, Cubano Especial, Pan Con Chorizo, Pan Con Bistec, Arroz Con Pollo
Can’t Miss Cocktails: Canchanchara, Cuban Punch, Classic Caipirinha, Honey Sangria
El Lina Restaurant
500 W 207th StManhattan, NY 10034
Notable Dishes: Sopas de Camarones, Big Lina Steak, Bistec Salteado, Fish Lina
Malecon Restaurant
4141 BroadwayNew York, NY 10033
Notable Dishes: Rotisserie Chicken, Oxtails, Chofan Mixto, Seafood Grill, Mofongos
La Caye Restaurant
35 Lafayette AveBrooklyn, NY 11217
Notable Dishes: Lanbi Boukannen, Fritay Platter, Poisson Rose, Kabrit La Caye
Can’t Miss Cocktails: Good Night Kiss, Passion Fruit Sakepase Mojito, Lil Spritz, Ginger Mint Sangria
Grandchamps Kitchen & Market
197 Patchen AveBedford-Stuyvesant, NY 11233
Notable Dishes: GC Signature Griot, Tassot, Lambi, Marinad AK Morue, Whole Fried Snapper