Jamaica Restaurants

Learn how to find your favorite fare in Jamaican restaurants

Dine Like a Local
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Dining at restaurants in Jamaica offers a slice of island life, as well as a culinary treat. Explore Jamaica's culture from a table - or just on the side of the road.

One dining option is to stop at one of the many roadside vendors that are a tradition in Jamaica. There, you can find some of the best, old-fashioned cooking from the oil drum grill. There are many great jerk huts on Boston Beach. However, if you are not in Portland, you'll most likely come across a roadside vendor anywhere. In Kingston on Knutsford Blvd., vans offer satisfying meals at a low rate.

If you are looking to have a casual sit-down experience as you enjoy your Jamaican delicacies, you'll find a wide range of establishments, from local watering holes to fine restaurants. Laid-back Margueritaville Sports Bar and Grill (with locations in Ocho Rios, Montego Bay, and Negril) and Marguerite's offer the best of both culinary worlds. Evita's in Ocho Rios combines Jamaican cuisine with Italian flavor, bringing an international flavor to hometown spices. Chances in Negril serves up good pizza along Seven Mile Beach.

The restaurant experience is just that: an experience. In Jamaica, the restaurant is a social scene where friendliness is appreciated. Although punctuality and politeness are staples of Jamaican culture, most restaurants are still a casual affair. Relax as chefs tell you stories about Jamaican life and culture and prepare for you some of the tastiest, most flavorful cuisines in the world.

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