Great place on Merrick to get some good jamaican food and some drinks

Great food, good music and nice drinks!

So Truth is a nice little Caribbean spot, Jamaican to be exact on Merrick in Queens. The food was great but the service was OK because some of our food didn't come out on time but there was only one server at the time and she was also the one making the drinks so they get a slight pass on that. The ambiance was nice and is great for date night or hanging out with friends.

Amazing.... warm welcome. Customer service was top tier 👌 food was off the chains. Manager Rhoderick was so professional we definitely gonna return. It's a must go the drinks at the bar 🍸 are so good. Bar tenders were so knowledgeable.

The staff gets all the stars in the sky. Everyone was so wonderful and courteous. The finger food I had was not great but the energy and ambience was so good, I'll return and give it another shot. It's a really chill hang out spot. Multiple TVs and good musical vibes.

The food is to die for. I love their snapper in coconut sauce along with their rice and peas. The magaritas are heavenly. The staff friendly and always looking out fir their customers. I would definitely recommend this spot. The party scene and djs are the best. Go go go I can't say it enough. Love you guys. 😍 my daughter appreciate her little pretty drinks too.

Been here 2x for brunch and it is a hidden gem! The food was so delicious, the jerk steak, ackee and calaloo, ackee and salt fish, the porridge. I met the chef and had to tell him how wonderful the food was. The host Will was very gracious and friendly and professional. Absolutely, looking for my next chance to go back. Thanks for a great time!

Has a great time on a Monday this place has excellent drinks, food, and the DJ was amazing.

#LocalGem #GoodEats #theresthatfoodie Maya is an excellent bartender and conversationalist. Great spot along Merrick to watch a game, chill with friends, and forget you're just around the corner from home.

Great food, good service, and delicious drinks

Food and drinks good. But service sucks.

The music creates the perfect atmosphere for a nice chill vibe. Food was on point. The Salmon was so sweet and savory. Def would recommend. They were generous with the alcohol in the drinks too 🤗

Amazing place ! Food is great and service is outdistancing . Would go back . Lamb chops and ox tails had a nice flavor .

I’m plant-based but cheat every blue moon :). I normally don’t eat heavy food 7p-11a, but was in the freaking mood at 1a-2a. I’ve been twice and ordered Cod Fritters & Conch Fritters (better than the Cod imo), Wings: Mango Habenero & Sweet Chili (better than the Mango Hab. imo). I ordered takeout and enjoyed the food’s presentation and taste. Most of all, I enjoyed the vibe of service. The staff makes you feel like FAMILY (very rare these days). I will certainly be back. The lounge was a bit crowded for my liking, but I’ll hang out one night for the hell of it bc of the above.

My go to spot when I want to eat good. Truth stands above all other restaurants in the area. Food is CONSISTENTLY fresh and well seasoned. Staff is friendly and the service is excellent.

Chris with the beard was amazing and made a friends birthday extremely special. The food was delicious and drinks Were Amazing. I recommend you come to this restaurant and ask for Chris with beard.

We celebrated my friend’s birthday at Truth Restaurant in Astoria and had such a great experience! The drinks were on point, dinner was delicious, and the music kept the energy up all night. While our server was attentive, I want to give a special shoutout to Maritza—she stopped by our table multiple times and was incredibly sweet and welcoming. Her warmth and great attitude definitely didn’t go unnoticed. Thank you for helping make our night extra special!

I had a great experience here, Inaara C gave us the best service very fast, interacting and accommodating!

The food is EVERYTHING!! Fresh portions ate full and the waitstaff is wonderful!! This is my 1st time and I will definitely return!!!❤️🖤💚

+2

This restaurant has delicious authentic Jamaican food, strong drinks & the DJ is always on point! Highly recommend x0

My second visit here. I was needing some quiet time alone. This place offer just what I needed. I found it very relaxing and it's a comfortable atmosphere. The bartender offered quality and attentive service. They owner and I talked for a good while and discovered we have the same interest, desires and aspirations. I'm waiting to come buy fur brunch, I heard that the brunch is a must experience. I'll be back!

This is the best rum punch I ever had. The Jerk chicken is amazing and cooked to perfection

Great customer service. If you're looking for 90s R&B vibes with a bar/lounge feel and great food, this is your place!!

The food music service atmosphere & drinks are always a yes for me.

+5

The Shrimp Pasta Is My Favorite I cant wait to come back to nyc for this Kiss the chef 💋😘Also the Bartender at the time she was a young slim darkskin her service was Excellent 👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽

This place is a neighborhood gem. The food is delicious. Caribbean Menu. Definitely will be back. The Jerk Chicken is soo good.

Food was great,dj was lit❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥🔥🔥love the area ,we arrive about 8 and leave about 3am great service

Celebrated my girlfriends birthday here at the Sunday Brunch. Had a FABULOUS time! Food was amazing!

+1

I ordered food for delivery. 3 pasta dishes, jerk chicken, grilled chicken and grilled salmon. Everything taste so fresh and well seasoned. We also got a side of jerk chicken that was delicious

I love going to get food here. It's always fresh, always delicious, and I never feel like I wasted my money. The drinks are made very well. They have very good customer service with attentive bartenders and servers. Security is always professional and on point. The chef is amazing. I recommend lunch and dinner. Also, Thursdays-Saturday has a nice night-time vibe with great DJs and rhythmic atmosphere

The staff is very friendly, the food and drinks are visually appealing, flavorful and fairly priced. The environment is great for a night out or if you just wanna stop in for a quick bite, either way you’ll have a good time.

+2

Love the food, definitely my go to, its like every time I order my food is made and packed with love! Love it so much

Drudacreator

This restaurant is not just a restaurant it's a place where you go to enjoy the island in Caribbean vybz. From Jamaica to Guyana the Island Vibes in full effect at Truth Restaurant and lounge. I love their jerk, whatever they do to it, its unique flavors hit your taste buds instantly! Drinks are kind of strong And the music always make you want to move replay the right stuff at the right time I'm thinking about going back this week. Its a ISLAND THING 🏝

+15

Melora Williams

Brunch Reservation for two. My first time at this restaurant. Very nice setup.Our server was Vaneisa her customer service was excellent!!! She knew the menu & gave great suggestions. The food was good, definitely would go back for dinner. Thank you for your service Vaneisa.... your the best.

Israel Burns

Drinks were juice, no liquor in the margaritas. I basically paid $40 for two caprisuns. Went during a comedy show and immediately got targeted by the comedian. Luckily I'm tough skinned and it was about all them muscles 😆. But a bit of a surprise. After the comedian ended DJ was lit, but everyone left... it was a Thursday 🤷🏿‍♂️

Richard Robinson

My server name was Vanisha and she was amazing so friendly and check on our table so frequently and don’t forget she had more than 2 tables she is an asset to your restaurant. And I couldn’t forget Maya who was behind the bar. These ladies made my visit special. I have already told so many of my friends of this new spot I found. In case you want to feel as special as I felt you try to get there on Sundays Wednesday Thursday Friday and Saturdays. You won’t regret it.

Stephanie Bertrand

This is my 3rd time there and twice for happy hour. Happy Hour is until 7pm. Yayy. Our bartender was Chris great. Drinks were great and strong. We had margaritas, Tequila sunrise and my lemon drop with Tequila was so delicious. Now the food. Definitely worth the trip. For happy Hour the meals are like $8-$10 bucks. We had jerk Chicken euthanasia rice and peas, cod fritters, escovitch fish was nice and spicy, the peppers shrimp is definitely my favorite is just you have to peel it with your hands but if you ask for gloves you will get it and the buffalo wings with fries real good. Now as far as ambiance it's not the best but the food is worth it and the music is always on point. Let Chris know he was highly recommended.

+3

Brenda Lee

On entering the restaurant I got a party vibes, music was playing and there was an area set aside for dancing later. The waitresses were pleasant and attentive The menu items were diverse some with a touch of Jamaican cuisine. The food blew us away, the presentation was impressive and the taste was incredibly satisfying. I definitely recommend this restaurant.

Anna Kemp

Excellent food. Excellent service. I brought my mother here for Mother’s Day brunch, and it was our first time here. It’s a casual, chill, lowkey, neighborhood restaurant lounge. I will definitely be back. I can see it as a kick back spot after work or just for when you just want to get out and be in a Caribbean vibe without too much going on in the environment. The music was good - rocking in our seat to old and new reggae and hip hop music. I love regular spots with a real and down to earth atmosphere. Not pretentious. Highly recommended for any day of the week. My favorite was the oxtails and grits. Oxtails melt in your mouth!!! Mackerel is flavorful. Food is just on point.

Trudy

Very nice place to celebrate.. went for my birthday 2 days ago it was a very good experience. Staff was friendly and nice, food was great, dj did his thing ... lots of fun

+1

General Sadrac

I went to this place three times and always leave satisfied..the food is great..the drinks are great..great customer service..great music..and different crowd according to the time..early in the afternoon you got grown people crowd, couples and old friends catching up.. but after midnight that when the music and the atmosphere changes because you got the young crowd here..plenty of dancing..and plenty of people.

+2

Paola Eliacin

Thank you for honoring the teachers on the last day of school. I absolutely love the old school music and the low key vibes. My favorite part is when the owner introduced himself and told us about the many upcoming events.

+5

M McGehee

Newby Alert!!! Ample signage... parking is a little tricky but where in NY isn't. A little loud but the food is delicious and the drinks were fabulous. Service came with care and a beautiful smile. I don't particularly care for the q card deal because I am a little old school and like a menu. If I am in the area, I would definitely repeat. Thank you Truth... you definitely are THE TRUTH!!

Mariss

This lounge is the truth literally! While visiting the area back home in Jamaica Queens, my friend suggested we go for dinner and to enjoy karaoke night. They offer a few themed nights here and excellent Jamaican cuisine and cocktails. As someone who was raised by Jamaican grandparents, I know good Caribbean food. Truth offers good vibes, a trendy environment, and attracts a mature crowd that knows how to have a good time. The service here was that of a 5 star resort. The male waitstaff aimed to please here. We ordered a lemon drop and Malibu bay breeze cocktail. Drinks were good. We decided on the honey jerk and Sweet Chile Salmon dinner plates. The fish was generously seasoned and spicy. We cleaned our plates. The portions were perfect. The DJ really engaged with the crowd and performed a few songs himself. The regulars really blew me away with their voices. The staff was also talented and participated. I will most definitely return when visiting New York again. I highly recommend Truth. Perfect for celebrating a birthday or just enjoying a night out.

+4

danica webb

I had the best time at my first time last night on Juneteenth at Truth Lounge. Great customer service and even better food. I had the jerk chicken meal with plantain and it did not disappoint one of the best restaurants in Queens great music I can’t say enough positive things about this place which is refreshing because the Last restaurants I visited gave Jamaican food a bad name but not Truth Longe. Truth is the Truth Big Up Unnah Self 🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲

Octavia Cephas

The food is amazing! Very flavorful the fruits for the Sangria were fresh this passion fruit mimosa was outstanding. This place is definitely worth the money spent. The oxtail was OMG delishhhh the rice n peas were just a little to spicy for me otherwise oustanding. The curry goat and white rice was also a hit! Nice chill spot on Merrick. You can easily forget that you're on Merrick because the ambience is so calm, welcoming just right! I will be back

+8

The food is quite good. The curry goat and the lamb chops are my favorites every time.

I want to say a big thank you to all the chef's who's working behind the scenes. Especially gas, your food is top notch. Big up yourself

Was greeted immediately by the owner or manager with with kindness and courteously. The work also was very pleasant and tentative. Repeatedly checked to see if we were ok, if our needs were met. I would definitely recommend this place

The food was good just a lil too spicy so I couldn't finish it. Next time I'll order something else.

Place was a vibe only because the dj set the atmosphere. The food is nothing to rave about, I ordered the pepper shrimp and it was neither peppery nor flavorful. The flavored/seasoned fries wasn't bursting with flavor either. The drinks were OK...and decently priced but I don't think anyone in this day and age would love the idea of paying $45 for a $10 bottle of champagne, but I gave them 4 stars because it was a 1 time experience and clearly the spot has potential.

Stumbled upon this establishment while in the area on a business meeting and wanted to grab a drink and a quick bite. I enjoyed the music and the atmosphere it was a nice vibe and the bartender was super sweet and her recommendations were on point. I had some margaritas and mango habanero wings and fries but the yummiest most interesting flavors were their calamari! They looked like onion rings and were super Crunchy and flavorful and the dip went well which was shocking. I would definitely go back for some drinks and vibes as well as the happy hour menu and apps.

Came for the happy hour, received great service and the portion size is great for the pricing. Drinks were also good

Food was good. Atmosphere was lively. One negative: Food took a long time to get to our table. The chef needs to prep all the ingredients for the steam fish. I should not be waiting so long on some fish. My cousin left Brooklyn and got to Queens (45 mins) before I got my food. I almost passed out at the table.

The curry goat! *chefs kiss* also the 1st Wednesday of the month is open night mic. So it was a pleasant surprise .

Food is good I came here twice. Both times I enjoyed myself the service can take a little longer due to it getting crowded but overall a good experience.

Food was great, drinks were pretty and pricey and but could have been stronger. Music was good.

The cuisine is fresh, delicious and beautifully presented. It was challenging putting in an order. I will chalk that up to it being happy hour.

Nice local spot with calm vibes that turn into a party in the later hours. The food and the rum punch is amazing.

I'm guessing the rent on Merrick Blvd. has increased because this by far is the most expensive Jamaican lounge I've hung out at. While specialty cocktails such as passion fruit margarita are expected to be pricey I'm still trying to process the $15.54 I paid for Wray & Nephew with Coke. Still it's a fun vibe, a cute place to take lots of pics and the music is awesome. There's also a back patio for smokers.

So, I’m a returning customer of Truth as their food is pretty consistent. I typically visit during the weekday and usually order the rundown snapper with rice and peas, which is consistently flavorful and well-prepared. Unfortunately, on my most recent visit, I decided to try the ackee and saltfish and was disappointed. The dish lacked seasoning, and although I was told it would be served with provisions such as banana and yam, it only came with dumplings. Despite this experience, I still recommend the snapper dishes, particularly the rundown snapper, which continues to be a standout. Aside from the ackee and saltfish, I would give this place a solid 4-star rating.

We opted to drive down Merrick to choose a restaurant. Sundays typically offer the best dining experiences. However, upon arrival, I hesitated; the establishment could benefit from a thorough cleaning. While not unsanitary, the bar area appeared disorganized, and glimpses into the kitchen revealed some disorder. Addressing these cleanliness and organization issues could significantly enhance the ambiance. Despite this initial impression, the owner and one other staff member were exceedingly pleasant. Our waiter demonstrated remarkable efficiency, managing a larger workload than one might expect while delivering exceptional customer service. The restaurant offers an enticing brunch menu with unlimited options and mimosas. We indulged in a red sangria and the "deceitful" cocktail. For $50 per person, guests can enjoy two brunch items and drinks. We opted to add oxtail and grits for an additional $10. Our selections included chicken and waffles, jerk steak and eggs, and ground provisions—all of which surpassed our expectations. The kitchen operated seamlessly, ensuring each dish was impeccably prepared. You will leave well fed !!!

Tasty food, good music and great drinks. A bit on the pricey side, but good service and they were very attentive to detail. Plenty options on the menu and ambiance is a plus. I will return soon.

Kadian Baugh

Truth Restaurant is a nice place if you are looking for some great carribean food. Meals are a bit expensive though. Servings are small.

Lish 2X

The menue was insanely good! I was so excited I ordered my food over the phone so it could be ready upon my arrival, and they took my order after 1am on a Thursday night. The staff is so friendly. Although the place isn't my vibe, people were there enjoying themselves when I came in. I had the Jerk Snapper, and my friend had the jerk lamb chops. Very spicy!

When you are a regular for several years and then the bartender doesnt treat you as such. Been a regular since 2022. Been there/ order from there about 89 times. Found my business is not appreciated. Got it.

Drinks are really pricey and shots are extremely small. Overall the lounge is very nice. The manager is very welcoming and attentive to the customer's needs.

Good food but staff is unprofessional. We were told we have to leave because other patrons have a reservation. I understand that but it’s not what was said, it’s how it was said. Also, we were still patronizing so I felt offended. Dj was ok, can definitely be better. Forgot to mention the swat team (security) that waits outside but doesn’t search anyone. I’m talking bpv and body cams, for what!?! Overall I had an ok time but customer service definitely needs improving.

first off i wanna say i had a great experience(at first) however to be charged 3 times for a tip that was already included in my bill….Simply ridiculous, if i was aware that the tip was already included i wouldnt of given $12 in cash then you guys updated a $125 charge to $137 & took an additional tip? whos really paying tip more than once though. I simply wont be returning. I paid an additional $24 in tip in which i didnt want to, just insane.

Dess R

The vibe was cool - they have security in the front . The drinks were good not very strong though. The food could have been better. The calamari was not fresh and the Mac and cheese taste like fridegrator .

+3

Jacintha Williams

I don't normally write reviews, but this is the second time I ordered through Ubereats, and I'm beyond disappointed. I paid $33 for this. This doesn't look presentable at all. Especially when paying over $30. Whoever prepared this plate gotta do better.

Stopped in for a cocktail. Piña colada was awful. Never had a piña colada with Jamaican white rum. It totally overpowered the taste. Didn’t eat, so I can’t rate the food. Bartender wasn’t very rude. So for me, it was one and done.

I see all these great reviews and wonder who wrote them. We tried this place for a second time despite finding it rather very expensive the first time. We like to support local businesses and was looking for variety. The drinks are downright awful we paid Manhattan prices for watered down juice and I don’t waste my calories on juice! Usually we have 2 drinks each we had only one and moved along to our usual spot that never disappoints. We support other local establishments in the area and usually are pleased. The prices are too high and the quality low, not even the rum punch was good and that’s a sure thing at every Jamaican spot. Besides adding 18% gratuity they also charge a fee for using a card not cool. I’ll be sticking to where I know.

I can only give a truthful review. I have to say the ambiance was beautiful. The older I believe was okay however is the time frame that they give you it's not conducive to the time frame that it takes for them to bring out your food it took 45 minutes just for the food to come out. We found restaurant on social media we went for brunch four of us they don't offer a substitute for alcohol the mimosas not everyone drinks they don't allow you to take the food out although you're paying for it the owner was insistent that we try his oatmeal however for those that have food allergies oatmeal does not work for everyone especially when it's made with dairy. The chicken and waffles were great, did saltfish, and callaloo was just callaloo, no saltfish. Everything was full of salt, including the shrimp and grits. The waitress couldn't get the orders. The correct food was forgotten, but you have a time frame . We see another couple get up and leave. Sadly, we will not be returning. We asked for a substitute, being that something wasn't available, and he said no, we can't do that . Outside of the orange juice and champagne mimosas everything else is an upcharge but clearly on the social media page that's being advertised that is not what's being said everything is an upcharge we came with the $50 in mine the social! media page looks like false advertisement.the I

Too loud, service to slow, didnt even stay for the food. Ihear if you go early, food is good.

JV Green

Shout out to the young lady that stayed on the phone and tried to help us! My Husband and I love this restaurant and always try to support by dining in however we just have tried to order online to support via delivery and uber eats and all other apps. I tried to do delivery around 2 times on different occasions (Jerk Chicken). I have called and shared that this specific item that we want we is not an option on these apps; however they shared that it is on there end. We tried to see if we can take a different route by asking to order something that’s the same price and place in notes that we want jerk chicken since it’s not an option on the app; the manager said no. I’m not sure how we can continue to support if the customer needs are not being met.

To start off before walking in we had to get patted down.. the young lady who was checking me patted me down so hard she patted my lower area i jumped so hard! The bartender was just throwing our drinks on the counter, also you cannot start a tab in the place! Which was so annoying having to come back and forth and pay for drinks but in doing that one of our cards got blocked .The dj isn't for people who like diverse music. I ordered a Liit and it wasn't good so I switched my drink to a henny privilege with cranberry and I really didn't enjoy the drinks at all. The people were so pushy drunk. I was so excited for a cocktail I was just disappointed over all.

Truth Lounge and Restaurant on Merrick Blvd, avoid at all cost…it’s overpriced…they charged for items you didn’t have or miscounted the drinks/shots…didn’t even serve Don Julio, but charged us for it… the gratuity excessively high…I’m so done with that type of nonsense…the truth is never again will I patronize Truth Lounge and Restaurant—first and last visit…😖😖😖

Worst place ever. The bartender with the bbl kept adding drinks to out tab that we did not order and kept making a stink about it. Would not recommend.

This place needs to close down. The food is lousy. I ordered the pasta with the chicken breast and all I got was white sauce there was practically no pasta or chicken in the container. My sister ordered the jerk chicken pasta and she could not eat it either. I ordered fried Bammy and it was draining with oil. Don't try to call they do not pick up their phone. There is a girl that works there after I brought back the food and left it on the counter she tried to get nasty. I would never order from them again. I wish I knew who the owner was. The people there is going to put the owner out of business.

I went to the comedy show and the food was so delicious. I ordered the chicken parmesan encrusted and my friend ordered the jerk lamb chops. I also enjoyed my lemon drop. I am planning to go back. Comedy show was very funny 😂😂😂

I went here with my friend last night and the service was terrible. When the waitress was taking our order about two seconds later she forgot what drinks we ordered. If she wrote it down then she would’ve remembered. Our drinks took about 30 mins to come our table. Our food took almost 2 hours to get our table and my friend didn’t even get her appetizer that she ordered. Her mash potatoes were cold and we had to send it back. For $26 her salmon was a size that a 4 year old could eat. And for $30 oxtail, I literally got like 5 pieces. It also took us asking for the bill for them to make and bring out my friend’s second drink. I will never come back here again. And I’m confused on why there was a separate charge on the receipt for alcohol.

I came here with my husband on the 4th of July. Our original plan was to celebrate our anniversary. Unfortunately we walked into the lounge as it was our first time there and ordered the jerk snapper, green plantain with vegetables and he ordered salmon with sweet plantain with vegetables. Our drinks was Beyoncé, and patron margarita. Margarita was good but the Beyoncé tasted like sugar and no alcohol. First and foremost we spend over 100$ to get a little bit of nothing. 4 pieces of small plantain on each plate. When I tell you it was SUCH A DISAPPOINTING EXPERIENCE. Food took about 1 hour to come out. We was charged 1$ for half of a strawberry that was put on the margarita glass. What a joke? 18% gratuity is automatically added without your knowledge. Our server was extremely busy with everyone else. We just could not believe the charges versus what they gave us. We will not be coming back again.

Just being honest… This is MY TRUTH… Unappealing bar/lounge in an urban area. It’s no wonder these establishments don’t stand the test of time. After the mandatory pat down it was ALL downhill from there… Why didn’t I just leave???? Why?? Because Service fell flat.. waiter had a nasty disposition and was inattentive (common in plenty of carribean establishments) even though it was EMPTY on a Sunday evening. Bathroom..very poor lighting. No hand soap.. no paper towels..felt like I was using a subway bathroom during a blackout… Dark/run down dining room I must have been glutton for punishment….no I was tired of driving around looking for a quick bite so I settled and suffered. Music. TOO loud.. couldn’t hear myself think or come to my senses to run out of there. The lackluster service didn’t help either. No physical menu. They assume everyone has a smart phone. I’m on a fixed income and don’t have the luxury of using my phone to view the me menu. COVID is over but this place is still using that as an excuse to NOT provide paper menus. Had to ASK for water.. thankfully I wasn’t in a hurry because it took FOREVERRRRR to arrive. Nothing about the order was worth it. Between the taste and price, I could have just passed on dinner and saved time and money Entrees… too many bone fragments in the chicken. The seafood seafood was burnt..I did not order burnt crusty fish… Way too much butter in the rice…which tasted old…..DISGUSTING! Plaintains were saturated in oil. Yes SATURATED…Greasy. They definitely fry everything in that same vat of grease. Had to chase down the waiter for the bill who was too busy chatting…. and had the audacity to… automatically add a 18% tip AND they also charge an additional fee to use a debit/credit card… INSANE This place was a huge waste of time and money…Needless to say, I will NOT dine there again!

The service sucked! We were waiting to order drinks and food. The server walked back and forth several times, like if the table of SIX was barren. My daughter and friends went to the bar to order, only to be further ignored. The bartender was tending to himself and a few people as he had shots with them. Kind of felt like we were the wrong color, the wrong sex, or the wrong something up in this place. There was no reason to be taking pics here.

I sincerely only have a list of complaints. First we walk in and the music is so ridiculously loud that we cannot hear the waitress. We arrive at 4 and was told that we can’t order the brunch special because the chefs are transitioning to the dinner menu. Fine. We order drinks and for some reason they took 1/2 hour to arrive, at that time the ice melted and made them watery AND they weren’t close to being filled to the brim. We weren’t even offered any water! We made our food order and as I type this review at 6pm we never received anything to eat… nothing at all! We had to pay for our drinks and leave. I cannot recommend this place, and that’s hard because I like to support local spots and I want to see them thrive but this was unacceptable

Im not one to leave a review and yes I did still pay and tipped but my food came out cold, the jerk chicken was chewy and the rice was stale like picking up the bottom of the rice pot hard. The only thing that was good was the macaroni and the non alcoholic passionfruit drink.

Came here on 3/5/2025. I was just reminded after coming across the receipt. I chose to dine-in. As I was sitting waiting for my food, a huge rat ran across the floor, across the bar seats (with customers sitting there), and towards the back/kitchen. I immediately informed the employee who was attending to me. Although I didn’t cancel the order and ask for a refund, you would think she would have at least offered it to me. I didn’t end up eating the food. I guess restaurants cannot escape the rat epidemic in NYC.

I normally ever do yelp reviews but my experience was HORRIBLE. I ordered a Tito’s seltzer and a Tito’s shot A Don Julio lemonade with a shot of don Julio. & my bill totaled $78 Im confused why a short 1 oz was $20 on Merrick blvd like huh ! Yea it’s a def no for me !

Makayla Green

Came here just for drinks only. 2 glass of baileys cost me $50 with an auto gratuity of 18%. Apparently this JAMAICAN establishment doesn’t carry a standard size bottle of baileys; they charge $10 per nip and use 2 nips per drink. I was not informed prior to ordering and will not be returning.