Diners' Choice: Caribbean restaurants in New York City

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Updated 05 May 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Caribbean cuisine in New York City? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyses more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favourites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Kabawa

4.8

4.8 (35)

$50 and over

Caribbean

East Village

About the restaurant

Kabawa, a deeply personal restaurant from Chef Paul Carmichael and Momofuku, offers a nuanced and distinct perspective on Caribbean cuisine. Built around a set menu with plenty of choices, it’s a place to take your time, enjoy a meal, and discover something new each time you visit.

Kabawa’s menu is a three-course, $145 prix fixe experience, exclusive of beverage, tax, and gratuity. The restaurant is divided between kitchen counter seating, an immersive experience with direct chef service, or more secluded table seating.

Structured to showcase the depth and diversity of Caribbean cuisine, our ingredients are thoughtfully procured, fusing local produce from neighborhoods right here in New York with specialty items sourced directly from the Caribbean.

Every touch point — from the custom mosaics to the ingredient sourcing to the instrumental music — is intentional, tapping into Chef Paul’s upbringing in Barbados to reflect the vibrant, welcoming spirit of a Caribbean home.

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Epiphany

Dined 1 day ago

Great food. Everything we had was delicious flavorful and unique, the chef was very nice and came over and spoke to every table, drinks are 10/10 here. Bartender put together something custom for me according to my preferences since I couldn’t decide and knocked it out of the park. A little pricey but overall worth the visit

Bar Kabawa

4.8

4.8 (13)

$50 and over

Caribbean

East Village

About the restaurant

While we do offer reservations each night, we save half the room for walk-ins too. Come on by! | Bar Kabawa is a wine and daiquiri bar from Chef Paul Carmichael and Momofuku celebrating the flavors of the Caribbean in the heart of the East Village. Drawing inspiration from Chef Paul's culinary journey, the menu features daiquiris, wines by the glass, and a compact list of patties and raw bar bites. Bar Kabawa is a place to relax, enjoy, and feel at home—whether you're dropping in for a casual drink or gathering with friends.

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Ryon

Dined on 17 Apr 2025

Exceptional as always. From the food, daiquiris, staff & music. Bar Kabawa never disappoints.

Rebel Restaurant and Bar

4.7

4.7 (136)

$30 and under

Caribbean

Lower East Side

About the restaurant

Rebel Restaurant and Bar is dedicated to going above and beyond to ensure that our customers and guests serve exceptional food at an affordable price. From our fresh Caribbean and vegan dishes to delectable Haitian food, our restaurant is the perfect place to enjoy a fantastic selection of dishes. Everything in our menu is flavored to perfection with the right balance of seasoning and spice. We look forward to seeing you soon, so please check us out at Rebel Restaurant and Bar today!

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Jimmy

Dined on 13 Mar 2025

As a West Indian individual love my Caribbean food and they always have a great environment for the music and great drinks and appetizers ☺️

The Simpson Restaurant & Bar

4.4

4.4 (800)

$31 to $50

Caribbean

Fort Greene

About the restaurant

The Simpson complements Brooklyn’s new restaurant age from Williamsburg to Prospect Park, by offering a seafood friendly Caribbean/Soul Food cuisine and an inspired Classic Cocktail menu infused with the nuances and flavors of the Afro Diaspora’s spice market. The Simpson will embody the soulful vibes and beats of the borough, while capturing the exuberance of the New Brooklyn Renaissance through Art, Music, Mixology and Cuisine. The service will be reminiscent of wherever you call home, as Chef’s “Cooking with Love” menu will be completed with with an array of delectable pastries and desserts, yummy mock tails for the non-drinker, and creative elixirs for the adventurous. Menu highlights include Hennessy Fried Shrimp, Bourbon Bbq, 5 Cheese Macaroni Pie, and Wings.

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Alicia

Dined 6 days ago

Bless you brother on ya success AC I WILL BE THERE SOON

Mango Bay

4.5

4.5 (81)

$30 and under

Caribbean

Fort Greene

About the restaurant

Mango Bay isn't just a restaurant, it's a cultural experience. With each visit, guests are transported to the sun-soaked beaches and vibrant streets of the Caribbean, all while situated in the vibrant Fort Greene neighborhood of Brooklyn. The essence of Mango Bay is encapsulated in its kitchen, where culinary innovation harmonizes with the familiar Afro-Caribbean palate. Under the guidance of Executive Chef London Chase, each dish is meticulously crafted using the freshest ingredients, ensuring authenticity and the highest quality. Signature dishes such as Oxtail, Jerk Chicken, and Goat Curry Puff Pastry showcase Chef Chase's culinary expertise and unique flair. The ambiance of Mango Bay complements its culinary offerings, featuring vibrant decor inspired by Chef Chase's heritage. We cannot wait to host you at Mango Bay's Culinary Paradise! Reservations can be found on Open Table.

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LettyVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Excellent food and drinks!!! Staff was outstanding! Beautiful decor.

Bamboo Walk

4.5

4.5 (424)

$30 and under

Caribbean

Flatbush

About the restaurant

Bamboo Walk is an upscale Caribbean cuisine with flavorful food, an elegant ambiance, and exceptional service. It's perfect for a date night, a night out with friends, and special occassions.

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Giselle

Dined 1 day ago

Roger (General Manager) was awesome… He always attends to the guests personally. We celebrated a birthday and we were treated so well. Thank you for an amazing experience! Giselle

Jalao

4.4

4.4 (409)

$31 to $50

Caribbean

Washington Heights

About the restaurant

Welcome to Jalao! Escape from the streets of New York City to the brightly colored paradise of the Dominican Republic while dining at Jalao. Enjoy authentic Dominican food and vibrant cultural surroundings right in the heart of NYC’s Washington Heights Neighborhood.

Eat surrounded by the vibrant ambiance of Taíno, African, and Spanish influences that blend together in a flavorful splash of Dominican culture. In a courtyard built for live music and dancing, experience the timeless atmosphere of the historic Ciudad Colonial of Santo Domingo.

Located in the brand new Radio Hotel, join Manhattan’s Little Dominican Republic community as they experience a taste of home. Handcrafted Dominican furniture adorns the dining area, while the walls are splashed with brightly colored murals and authentic Carnival masks.

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Jackie

Dined 4 days ago

Beautiful place, but it was loud! Both inside and outside. We kept asking the waitress and hostess to lower the music. We couldn’t have a conversation even sitting next to each other…. It was like nightclub volume! Food was tasty. From the appetizers- we had empanadas, both ceviches, truffle fries, and sliders… we had the salmon, parrillada, stuffed chicken for entrees- all very good! It was a little overpriced considering we could have gone the the neighboring restaurants in the neighborhood for the same food and less $$. I guess you’re paying for the ambience. I give 3.5-4 stars just because of how loud it was. Bring Tylenol. Servise was ok … kinda slow. But the girls were very nice, polite and professional. I guess they were super busy because we had to keep an eye out for them to order or get an extra drink. Overall, it was a nice time with good food and great drinks!! They were superb!!!

Omar's Kitchen and Rum Bar

4.4

4.4 (300)

$30 and under

Caribbean

Lower East Side

About the restaurant

Omar's kitchen is a Nouveau Caribbean restaurant in the heart of the lower east side where the food scene is blooming. Chef Omar takes dishes of his native Jamaica and delivers it with a New York twist. Omar's cuisine boosts in flavor, color and warmth. Let's not forget about the design that will take you right back to your last vacation in the islands and every time you feel nostalgic.

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Lauryn

Dined on 4 May 2025

The waiter forgot some parts of our order & accidents were on the receipt but overall the food was tasty. however, the rice & peas were tasteless/dry and they were out of macaroni & cheese so we couldn’t try it :(. Their meats are very tasty though.

Bird Pepper

4.4

4.4 (73)

$31 to $50

Caribbean

Prospect Heights

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

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MARYVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Great service ! great staff ! Excellent drinks ! Delicious food

Jasmine's Caribbean Cuisine

4.5

4.5 (469)

$30 and under

Caribbean

Hell's Kitchen

About the restaurant

A gem on Restaurant Row, Jasmine’s Caribbean Cuisine provides an escape from the city through the senses with savory dishes and fruit-filled blends of cocktails inspired by islands throughout the Caribbean.

We specialize in delectable cuisine hailing from Dominica, Antigua, St. Thomas, Trinidad, and Jamaica. These recipes have been cultivated out of love generation after generation in our family.

Jasmine’s Caribbean Cuisine is proud to be an integral part of the beautiful, tightly woven fabric of New York.

It’s the embodiment of resilience, the spirit of a kaleidoscope of New Yorkers and visitors from around the globe who believe in our city and take the lead in restoring the city’s vibrance, energy, and culture.

Our intent is to provide you with delectable authentic meals, an abundance of culture, and a feast for your senses. We want you to view Jasmine’s as synonymous with spreading love through an immersive culinary and cultural experience.

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Amanda

Dined 2 days ago

The staff was fabulous. The food was amazing. Our entire party was well pleased with their selections.

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