Atlanta is a melting pot of culturally authentic restaurants, especially when it comes to the Caribbean community. In and around the city, you can enjoy oxtails, jerk-seasoned meats, rice and peas, and other staple dishes. What’s more is that much of the Caribbean food in Atlanta is prepared by natives and chefs from Jamaica, Trinidad, and other Caribbean islands.
The best Caribbean restaurants in Metro Atlanta and its surrounding areas offer fresh, hot island cuisine — and lots of it.
Chef Rob’s Café & Bar
Robert Gayle is an award-winning celebrity chef from Jamaica. He brought flavors and food from the islands to Atlanta with his signature jerk seasoning and four different flavors of roti. The restaurant has since expanded with a food truck hitting the metro area, and its also available for rental. The café is available for parties, comedy shows, and other events.
- Location: 5920 Roswell Rd. Atlanta, GA 30328
- Chef & Owner: Robert Gayle
- Type Of Cuisine/Food: Contemporary Caribbean
- Menu Spotlight: Jerk egg roll, crab cakes
- Before you go: This establishment serves hookah.
Eat Right Caribbean Restaurant
Eat Right Caribbean Restaurant serves meals from two locations in the ATL area. Dedicated to the community it caters to, this establishment is known to celebrate its customers on social media and IRL.
- Location: There’s a location in Decatur and another in Lithonia.
- Owner: Sophia Eubanks
- Type Of Cuisine/Food: Caribbean/Jamaican
- Menu Spotlight: “Oxtail & Beans,” jerk chicken
- Before you go: The Decatur location serves an All You Can Eat Sunday Brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Foxx Original Jamaican Restaurant
Curry goat with yellow rice and cabbage is one of Foxx’s most requested meals, according to their Facebook page. Here, you can enjoy a nice ambiance, chill vibes, and tender jerk chicken that keeps customers coming back.
- Location: 378 Edgewood Avenue SE, Atlanta, Georgia 30312, United States
- Type Of Cuisine/Food: Jamaican
- Menu Spotlight: Beef patties, coco bread
- Before you go: This establishment is closed on Mondays.
Irie Mon Cafe
Don’t expect your normal chicken and waffles brunch here. It’s ackee, saltfish, boiled green bananas, yellow yam, and a bunch of other goodies when you dine at Irie Mon Cafe.
- Location: Multiple in Atlanta
- Chef & Owner: Father and daughter Christopher and Payton Williams
- Type Of Cuisine/Food: Authentic Jamaican cuisine
- Menu Spotlight: Cabbage, brown stew
- Before you go: This is a late night spot, open till 1 a.m. from Monday through Wednesday and 3 a.m. on other days of the week.
Jamrock Restaurant
Customers recommended the beef patties and rice and peas with oxtail gravy. One customer said every time he steps into the restaurant, something just takes over his soul and draws him to flavorful its authentic food.
- Location: 111 M.L.K. Jr Dr SW Atlanta, GA 30303
- Owner: Dexter Goodhall
- Type Of Cuisine/Food: Jamaican
- Menu Spotlight: Jerk or curry chicken
- Before you go: Parking may be limited.
Mangos Caribbean Restaurant
Mangos Caribbean Restaurant is the perfect blend of entertainment, food, and island culture. They host weekly Caribbean karaoke sessions and pop-ups in the local community. At night, the club comes alive. Rapper Kevin Gates and former Mayor Kassim Reed are previous visitors.
- Location: 180 Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30303
- Owner: Matthew Nelson
- Type Of Cuisine/Food: Caribbean/Jamaican
- Menu Spotlight: Mango lemonade, red snapper
- Before you go: The establishment is open till 4 a.m. from Thursday through Sunday.
Natty’s Jamaican & Soul Food Restaurant
This spot is regarded as the best Caribbean restaurant in Marietta. They’re known for their fall off the bone oxtails and out of this world cabbage. Satisfy your sweet tooth with the pineapple upside down cake. We heard it’s to die for.
- Location: 680 Powder Springs St SW #108, Marietta, GA 30064
- Chef & Owner: Louis Sherrod
- Type Of Cuisine/Food: Jamaican/Soul food
- Menu Spotlight: Baked mac and cheese, collard greens
- Before you go: Try out the menu’s signature jerk chicken dressing.
Negril ATL
The jerk chicken and waffles is my favorite dish from the brunch menu. The pineapple syrup gives a sweet taste to the spicy chicken. The plates are large and the food is filling.
- Location: 999 Chattahoochee Avenue, Atlanta, Georgia 30318
- Owner: Sim Walker (Every1Eats Hospitality Group)
- Type Of Cuisine/Food: “Jerk, delicious handcrafted mocktails, and Caribbean vibes”
- Menu Spotlight: Waffles, oxtail pasta
- Before you go: This establishment is closed on Mondays
Scotch Bonnet Jamaican Eatery
You know the food must be good when damn near the entire plate of curry chicken is gone. Their seafood is made fresh to order, so you may want to call ahead.
- Location: 4454 Campbellton Rd SW, Atlanta, GA 30331
- Chef & Owner: Scotchie Salter
- Type Of Cuisine/Food: Jamaican
- Menu Spotlight: Jerk ribs and wings
- Before you go: Check this establishment’s Facebook account for the lastest updates.
Spice House
Get a taste of Haiti at this restaurant every Saturday and Sunday for brunch. If you haven’t been here already, this is about to become your new favorite brunch spot in the ATL.
- Location: The Midtown location is 375 14th St. NW Atlanta, GA 30318. There’s another location in Lithonia.
- Owner: Lino “LJ” Joseph
- Type Of Cuisine/Food: Caribbean, Haitian
- Menu Spotlight: Black rice, rasta pasta
- Before you go: This is a late night spot on the weekends.
Sunshine Jamaican Restaurant
Voted best in Atlanta in 2008 and 2010, this Jamaican spot offers a half a pound of jerk chicken for $8, and a large selection of Caribbean drinks and treats for even less.
- Location: 5998 Memorial Dr, Stone Mountain, GA 30083
- Type Of Cuisine/Food: Jamaican
- Menu Spotlight: Coco bread, plantains
- Before you go: This establishment has a rewards program.
Tastee Spoon
The jerk salmon pasta combines my two favorite meals into one. It ended up being my lunch and dinner. It was too much to devour at once, but too good to save for the next day.
- Location: 4745 Ashford Dunwoody Rd Suite C, Atlanta, GA 30338
- Chef & Owner: Raymone Williams
- Type Of Cuisine/Food: Jamaican
- Menu Spotlight: Cornbread, jerk salmon pasta
- Before you go: Don’t be surprised if you’re served by this spot’s unique robot waiter.
Mobay Spice
This vibrant Jamaican spot is hands-down one of the best Caribbean restaurants in Atlanta. There are classics of the cuisine — but some of the menu’s dishes offer a fun and unique twist. The beloved bartenders will also guarantee you have a good time.
- Location: 2957 North Druid Hills RD Atlanta, Georgia 30329 #220
- Owner &Chef: Co-owned by Wynter Lii and her daughters Ashante, Neirah, and Kenecia. The chef is Kevin Willis.
- Type Of Cuisine/Food: Jamaican comfort food
- Menu Spotlight: Rasta pasta, oxtail taco
- Before you go: This establishment is closed on Mondays.
Tropics Jerk Center
Tropics is a growing powerhouse in Atlanta’s food scene. It’s a Black woman-owned Jamaican spot offering signatures of the cuisine. Sorrel, homemade lemonade, and fruit punch are available to sip on.
- Location: 6453 Chupp Rd, Lithonia, GA 30058
- Chef & Owner: Tanya-Marie Godfrey
- Type Of Cuisine/Food: Jamaican
- Menu Spotlight: Jerk chicken, festival
- Before you go: This establishment is open Thursday through Saturday.
Island Vibes Caribbean Grill
This restaurant has many options for vegetarians, vegans, and pescatarians who want to enjoy island flavors. Definitely check Island Vibes Caribbean Grill out for their lunch special, which serves up big portions.
- Location: 655 N Central Ave, Atlanta, Georgia 30354
- Type Of Cuisine/Food: Jamaican
- Menu Spotlight: Patties, roti
- Before you go: Get there early if you want some patties – they might be sold out later in the day.
Juci Jerk
Located just outside of Atlanta, Juci Jerk offers flavorful Jamaican food for reasonable prices. This is also a standout pick for its grilled, not baked, jerk chicken.
- Location: 5503 Memorial Dr, Stone Mountain, GA 30083
- Chef & Owner: Don Roberts
- Type Of Cuisine/Food: Jamaican
- Menu Spotlight: Jerk ribs and salmon
- Before you go: This establishment is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Tropical Cuisine
Tropical Cuisine has been holding down the ATL area since 1998. Check them out if your looking for a little taste of everything, including Caribbean, Jamaican, and soul food flavors.
- Location: 4899 Old National Highway, College Park, GA 30337
- Owner: Amyn Akbarali
- Type Of Cuisine/Food: “Caribbean cuisine with an international twist”
- Menu Spotlight: Collard greens, Alfredo
- Before you go: Head here for lunch to get the best bang for your buck.
APT 4B
Visitors will love the aesthetic and ambiance here for brunch, a birthday celebration, or a night with friends. The dishes on the menu are unique fusions blending the best of Caribbean cuisines with contemporary favorites. Come for the delicious food, good vibes, and on-point DJs.
- Location: 2293 Peachtree Rd, Atlanta, GA 30309
- Owner: Sim Walker (Every1Eats Hospitality Group)
- Type Of Cuisine/Food: Afro-Caribbean/contemporary
- Menu Spotlight: Cornbread, oxtail pasta
- Before you go: Check out The Bassment speakeasy here during its open hours.
Papi’s Cuban Grill
If you’re in Midtown, check out this spot for top-tier Cuban food. Taste some of the best of the Caribbean country’s cuisine, including ropa vieja, tostones, and arroz con pollo.
- Location: 216 Ponce De Leon Avenue Atlanta GA 30308
- Chef/Owner: Co-owner Rey Regalado and his wife co-owner Chef Teresa Regalado
- Type Of Cuisine/Food: Cuban/Caribbean
- Menu Spotlight: Vaca frita, jerk chicken
- Before you go: There are other locations in Stockbridge, Kennesaw, and Lawrenceville.
Rock Steady Atlanta
If you want a more upscale Caribbean dining experience, Rock Steady Atlanta is the place to go. The moody interior includes dim lighting, warm wood tones, and captivating artwork. Music lovers will enjoy this spot too, thanks to the fantastic DJs and the music gallery on the upper level.
- Location: 907 Marietta St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
- Chef & Owner: Joe Russo
- Type Of Cuisine/Food: Afro-Caribbean
- Menu Spotlight: Jerk lamb eggrolls, shrimp and grits
- Before you go: There’s valet service for $20–$30.
Miss Conduck
Fairly new to the city’s Caribbean food scene, this Black woman-owned spot is already making name for itself as one of Atlanta’s best. The decor is as vibrant as the food, so be sure to have your camera and tastebuds ready.
- Location: 357 Edgewood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
- Chef/Owner: Mother-daughter duo Chef Emily James and LaToya Franklyn
- Type Of Cuisine/Food: Trinidadian/Caribbean
- Menu Spotlight: Oxtail, curry goat
- Before you go: Free parking before 9 p.m. is available through the alley on the building’s right side.
Wylie & Rum
Of course, the best Caribbean restaurants in Atlanta includes a rum bar with island-inspired cocktails as good as the food. At Wylie & Rum, expect enticing flavors and dishes of Cuban cuisine on the menu.
- Location: 45 Moreland Ave SE Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30316
- Owner: Co-owned by Tony Lewis, David Lewis, and Jose Lopez
- Type Of Cuisine/Food: Cuban/Caribbean
- Menu Spotlight: Cuban sandwich, rum punch
- Before you go: There’s lots of games to play and trivia night, so this could make for a fun date night.
J’ouvert Caribbean Kitchen & Bar
If you’re in or around Lindbergh City Center, this restaurant is buzzing with vibrant Caribbean culture and cuisine. This is a must-visit if in the Buckhead area.
- Location: 558 Main St NE, Atlanta, GA 30324
- Chef & Owner: Owner Tasha Cyril (Every1Eats Hospitality Group) / Chef Rory Grange
- Type Of Cuisine/Food: Afro-Caribbean
- Menu Spotlight: Chicken and waffles, oxtails
- Before you go: This establishment is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
