Tha Cafe
Restaurant · Albans
About Tha Cafe
At Tha Cafe, we invite you to experience a warm and inviting atmosphere that sets us apart from other dining options. Our stylish ambiance is designed to make you feel comfortable and at ease, whether you're looking for a casual lunch or an evening out with friends. Our menu boasts a range of delici...
At Tha Cafe, we invite you to experience a warm and inviting atmosphere that sets us apart from other dining options. Our stylish ambiance is designed to make you feel comfortable and at ease, whether you're looking for a casual lunch or an evening out with friends. Our menu boasts a range of delicious dishes, including signature favorites like rice and peas, all carefully crafted to showcase the unique flavors of our restaurant. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional service, with a focus on attention to detail and a commitment to ensuring every guest feels valued. We also take pride in our extensive selection of great beer and cocktails, making us the perfect spot for a night out with friends or a special occasion.
What Customers Say About Tha Cafe
Tha Cafe is praised for its excellent food, service, and vibrant atmosphere with a West Indian spin. Customers rave about the flavorful dishes and creative cocktails. Some negative reviews mention issues with bar staff rudeness and order delivery problems.
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Tip: Sundays feature a live band and singer performing Caribbean classics. The food is awesome, and everything is a great choice.
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Tha Cafe Albans Reviews
Beautiful, clean environment, food and service was great....DJ was on point. Highly recommended.
Great place 1st time in New York. Great Vibes awesome Band and Singer.
Love the decor, people, music and food!! Will be back soon. we need Caribbean places like this!!
Perfect for date night and chill vybz . Food and music is great .
I try to pop in on Thursdays atmosphere is good music is great
Love this place, very warm and cozy feel. Love the mood there.
Food is awesome and consistent. Great vibe and people.
Good music, delicious food, great atmosphere.
Always ah go, especially on fridays, Chef be lit in there
This place is a hidden gem. Love the food and the staff💞
Delicious Food ❤️Good service 🇯🇲
Full of vibes . Food is fresh
Outstanding!!! All the right flavors
Awesome
The best food and the best service.
The food is great.
Niceeee
It was excellent.
Great
Lovely place to be
Awesome 👌
Went with a friend to get some food last night and we sat down . The very petite slim girl I think she always wear her lips. She’s always so sweet and always so nice. Actually all of the ladies are really nice and that’s why I always keep coming back very nice ladies it’s the main reason to keep coming back 💗
Nice neighborhood spot. Chill vibe and good food.
It was my first time at the Tha Cafe Restaurant. I enjoyed the ambiance at the restaurant. Not only were the people enjoying their meals, they were also hyped by the band on the stand.. OneLove❤️Vibez.
First time dining here and it was a great experience. The food and service were great. Music was very pleasant and playing at an appropriate volume. We will definitely return here to dine.
Had a girls night here and been going back weekly ever since. The food and mimosas are out of this world !!!! Management constantly checks in to make sure all customers are having a good time and enjoying their meals. I highly recommend this restaurant.
Great food and the Dj played the best songs. Recommend for anyone looking for a good time and vibes.
Food is amazing and the vibe is perfect. Thursday they have game nights, Weekends perfect time to get some wine, listen to music and have great food. I come here often highly recommend.
Best reggae spot i have visited in a while. Rum punch on hit. Music was great.
Food was amazing I had the jerk shrimp Rasta pasta. Drinks were also great ! And the music highly recommend coming here for a night out or birthday
The food is very good here and I love the set up in the backyard. It's a great local spot to hang out, drink and smoke hookah.
The best food ever. I ate there recently and can't stop thinking about the delicious steamed snapper I had. Definitely will be back. Highly recommended!❤
Nice friendly place. Always a good time there. They have the best Jamaican food in queens. The vibes are good any time you go.
Great place to visit There is always something every night Friday nights is live Food is good and flavorful A bit pricey but good Def a nice place to hang out and have a good time Only downfall, only beer and wine served
Food was excellent, I enjoyed the brown stewed fish and oxtails. I will be back 🔥🔥
Curry chicken is good. Curry shrimp is also bussin. Vibes are nice depending on what they got going on that night.
I had an amazing birthday dinner party & the team was supportive and attentive! Will definitely be going back
Great spot! Definitely a vibe. Very beautiful looking restaurant with an incredible staff. Thank you Ms. Hilary for being so kind.
The best authentic Jamaican food in queens . Jerk shrimp is 5 stars and jerk chicken Rasta pasta is amazing!
Looking for a spot to dine , relax, great vibe, this is it! From the bar vibe to outdoor backyard vibe.. oh and the Food HANDS DOWN! Also Great for Catering!!
This place was amazing. It was great customer service. Our server, Daa, was awesome, very nice, caring, and friendly. The food was very good and for a group of 10 we didn't have a long wait. The atmosphere was very nice and the music was great. Thank you for your great service.
First time dining in this local, super cozy hide away nook neighborhood restaurant and we were pleasantly surprised. The service was awesome and the drinks 🍷 were amazing. The table seating is nicely spaced out and perfect for dining in or sitting at the bar and soaking up the vibe. The music 🎵 was 🔥🔥 food was decent and lots of street parking. We will definitely be back. Tha Cafe gets 5 stars ⭐️ easily.
Food seasoned to perfection ! Best Jamaican restaurant I’ve been to in queens . The pineapple ginger juice is always fresh too !
I absolutely adore this restaurant! It's my go-to spot every time I'm in New York City. The atmosphere is so calming and the food is just out of this world. I can't get enough of their rice and peas with oxtail - it's heaven on a plate! And let's talk about the chef - he's a culinary genius! Every dish he creates is a masterpiece. Whether you're looking for a romantic dinner spot or just some alone time, this restaurant is the perfect choice. You don't want to miss out on this unforgettable experience!
This is a very nice lounge. I did take out but while waiting on my food I caught a nice vibe in that short span of time, the vibe is dope and you could DEFF go on a date with your lady here. Low key type of vibes. Food is great as well🔥
I had the rum punch while I waited for my food to take home. I love the ambiance, the service, the drink and food were delicious. I am looking forward to returning for a ladies night🎯
Food was on point! Service was great too! Definitely will return! I had the stew chicken with peas & rice.
First time dining in this local, super cozy hide away nook neighborhood restaurant and we were pleasantly surprised. The service was awesome and the drinks 🍷 were amazing. The table seating is nicely spaced out and perfect for dining in or sitting at the bar and soaking up the vibe. The music 🎵 was 🔥🔥 food was decent and lots of street parking. We will definitely be back. Tha Cafe gets 5 stars ⭐️ easily.
Food seasoned to perfection ! Best Jamaican restaurant I’ve been to in queens . The pineapple ginger juice is always fresh too !
I absolutely adore this restaurant! It's my go-to spot every time I'm in New York City. The atmosphere is so calming and the food is just out of this world. I can't get enough of their rice and peas with oxtail - it's heaven on a plate! And let's talk about the chef - he's a culinary genius! Every dish he creates is a masterpiece. Whether you're looking for a romantic dinner spot or just some alone time, this restaurant is the perfect choice. You don't want to miss out on this unforgettable experience!
This is a very nice lounge. I did take out but while waiting on my food I caught a nice vibe in that short span of time, the vibe is dope and you could DEFF go on a date with your lady here. Low key type of vibes. Food is great as well🔥
I had the rum punch while I waited for my food to take home. I love the ambiance, the service, the drink and food were delicious. I am looking forward to returning for a ladies night🎯
Food was on point! Service was great too! Definitely will return! I had the stew chicken with peas & rice.
One night out on my recent trip to NY and my buddy recommended that we have out here. Nice mature people restaurant and club. They had vegetation options that were good and the food was really good. The music level and selection was also really good. The friendliness and prompt service from the waitress was on point. I would certainly hang back out here the next time I am in town.
5 Stars-Tha Café Tha Café is a whole vibe. The moment you walk in, it just feels good—comfortable, stylish, and full of positive energy. Whether you’re coming to chill, eat, or catch a vibe, this place sets the tone right every time. It’s got that real West Indian flavor, both in the food and the atmosphere. The owner is cool and welcoming, makes you feel like you're part of the fam. The bartenders are fast, friendly, and on point—no long waits, no bad attitudes, just good people doing what they do best. And the food? Fire🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥. Seasoned to perfection, fresh, and full of flavor. You can tell it’s made with love. This ain’t no basic menu—every bite delivers. It’s that kind of food you think about the next day. Tuesdays between 4 PM and 2 AM—that’s when the spot really comes alive. Good music, good people, good energy. And weekends? Always lit. If you know, you know. Tha Café is definitely a go-to. Comfortable, attractive, welcoming… everything a great restaurant/lounge should be. If you’re in the area and haven’t pulled up yet, you’re missing out. QGTM Julian 226st
Superb ownership. I’ve been to their previous establishments and they always set the bar for class and style with a West Indian spin. Sundays are your day to experience a live band and singer performing great Caribbean classic songs. The food is awesome literally everything is a great choice. Why do all Jamaican restaurants have feisty workers? Why? 😆 The servers of your food are all beautiful young ladies but act like they are annoyed to be of service. I must admit it’s not all of them but the few do suffer for the many. Otherwise this is your place for a sexy date night, grabbing a couple drinks with friends or to get a great meal to stay or go.
We love the food , service, and atmosphere! Will be making it one of our go to places!!
Place nice and clean. Drinks are always good. Chef big up ur self. Every food nice, neverrrrr find a fault yet. Wish I could take u home with me to cook lol
I recommended this place to anyone and big up the chef
I used to work in restaurants, so I tend to notice the little things—the timing, the attention to detail, how the team communicates. This place runs like a dream. Every single staff member we encountered was professional, warm, and clearly well-trained. Water glasses were refilled before we noticed they were empty. Plates were cleared seamlessly. Our server described the specials with actual knowledge and enthusiasm, not just reciting from memory. It's the kind of polished, effortless service that makes you feel truly taken care of without ever feeling hovered over.
Went there for the first time last week and was pleasantly surprised. The food was EXCELLENT and the creative twist of the cocktails are beyond tasty and are NOT watered down. I will definitely be going back and frequently
Went there for the first time last week and was pleasantly surprised. The food was EXCELLENT and the creative twist of the cocktails are beyond tasty and are NOT watered down. I will definitely be going back and frequently
We love the food , service, and atmosphere! Will be making it one of our go to places!!
Place nice and clean. Drinks are always good. Chef big up ur self. Every food nice, neverrrrr find a fault yet. Wish I could take u home with me to cook lol
5 Stars-Tha Café Tha Café is a whole vibe. The moment you walk in, it just feels good—comfortable, stylish, and full of positive energy. Whether you’re coming to chill, eat, or catch a vibe, this place sets the tone right every time. It’s got that real West Indian flavor, both in the food and the atmosphere. The owner is cool and welcoming, makes you feel like you're part of the fam. The bartenders are fast, friendly, and on point—no long waits, no bad attitudes, just good people doing what they do best. And the food? Fire🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥. Seasoned to perfection, fresh, and full of flavor. You can tell it’s made with love. This ain’t no basic menu—every bite delivers. It’s that kind of food you think about the next day. Tuesdays between 4 PM and 2 AM—that’s when the spot really comes alive. Good music, good people, good energy. And weekends? Always lit. If you know, you know. Tha Café is definitely a go-to. Comfortable, attractive, welcoming… everything a great restaurant/lounge should be. If you’re in the area and haven’t pulled up yet, you’re missing out. QGTM Julian 226st
One night out on my recent trip to NY and my buddy recommended that we have out here. Nice mature people restaurant and club. They had vegetation options that were good and the food was really good. The music level and selection was also really good. The friendliness and prompt service from the waitress was on point. I would certainly hang back out here the next time I am in town.
Superb ownership. I’ve been to their previous establishments and they always set the bar for class and style with a West Indian spin. Sundays are your day to experience a live band and singer performing great Caribbean classic songs. The food is awesome literally everything is a great choice. Why do all Jamaican restaurants have feisty workers? Why? 😆 The servers of your food are all beautiful young ladies but act like they are annoyed to be of service. I must admit it’s not all of them but the few do suffer for the many. Otherwise this is your place for a sexy date night, grabbing a couple drinks with friends or to get a great meal to stay or go.
Amazing food. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. Absolutely awesome.
Had good time, staff & ppl r friendly in a relaxed atmosphere. View of the place clear and nicely lite.
Great place to go for food and drinks.
Great food!
Great customer service. A group of 10 friends when to celebrate birthdays and the staff was very accomodating and polite. Big up to staff Daa for her excellent customer service, she ensured everyone was okay. Music was very good. Food was delicious. Will definitely recommend this place.
Ok so, this is gonna be long. Ok so I'm a Jamaican and usually stay away from Jamaican restaurants because lately they seem to be cutting corners. I'm a chef and from the old school of real Jamaican cuisine. That being said, the food here has flavor, some dishes are way better than others. The thing I don't like, is the outrageous prices for such small plates. I get it, people gotta make money but when you give your customers a little more, they come back often. Also, the waitress is nice but need training on timing. Bring utensils first and if its a couple, bring both meals together, not bring one plate then 10 minutes later you bring the other.. I like the mature Reggae music played while eating on Friday evening. Oh a live band at 10pm but different genre of music so could be socca , reggae or whatever . I prefer the reggae band. Now after the band finished, the DJ ticked me off. I hate when him cut upp the music after 5 seconds. People were upset about that. Dj could be ok but have no clue how to watch the floor. If see mature people, run the music n stop the cutting up and play the song Dem. Chu man. Me vex and leff. Hellooooooo. adults spend money suh if music nice people wi spend cause Dem dance and sweat. Ok so, i went into details n hopefully the owner reads this and edit as necessary cause my presence can expand your establishment if you listen. Great location , with some adjustments this place could sell aff. I do this for a living, go into businesses, assess whats , great and what needs adjustments and make suggestions. Get it done !! Place can be better and a winner with some twerks Good luck!!👍
Delicious and "trong" rum punch, delicious appetizers! Beautiful space and great outdoor seating
4.5 The owner is a total gentleman. He welcomes all as if he knew you for years. Great vibes, excellent service, and awesome musicians.
Nice little chill spot, great ambiance with live bands. Staff is friendly and accommodating.
The food was good I took my wife there for her birthday She enjoyed herself
I went there on several sessions after work. The waitress who served us was super nice and friendly. The drinks were so good. She had me try the pineapple ginger drink! Yummy. My date enjoyed the food and drinks. Will definitely return. Older respectable crowd. Nice ambiance. The music wasn’t too loud either. You can dance or just chill. Btw there’s parking on the streets nearby.
The ambiance was great, very entertaining, service excellent, the food preparation didn't take too long. However I didn't really enjoy my meal, I ordered brown stew fish with bammy, bammy was a bit too saggy, didn't really like the taste either. The steam fish was great. Other meals was ok. Overall I would definitely recommend this place to anyone and I will visit again. The waitress was warm and friendly as well.
I went there on several sessions after work. The waitress who served us was super nice and friendly. The drinks were so good. She had me try the pineapple ginger drink! Yummy. My date enjoyed the food and drinks. Will definitely return. Older respectable crowd. Nice ambiance. The music wasn’t too loud either. You can dance or just chill. Btw there’s parking on the streets nearby.
The ambiance was great, very entertaining, service excellent, the food preparation didn't take too long. However I didn't really enjoy my meal, I ordered brown stew fish with bammy, bammy was a bit too saggy, didn't really like the taste either. The steam fish was great. Other meals was ok. Overall I would definitely recommend this place to anyone and I will visit again. The waitress was warm and friendly as well.
Birthday dinner. Jerk wings, codfish fritters and oxtail/ stew Rasta pasta was good. Drinks were delicious.
Birthday dinner. Jerk wings, codfish fritters and oxtail/ stew Rasta pasta was good. Drinks were delicious.
I came here with friends on Karaoke night. First I would like to say the prices on the food menu are astronomical. I didn't order food I didn't care to spend, so much on a mere plate of Jamaican food. Drinks, well they were $15 I asked the girl for grenadine, they didn't have any I asked the girl to shake my drink, she looked at me puzzled. I guess this was the owner a woman in stretch pants and sweatshirt and let me know she should not be serving drinks so she doesn't have the equipment. She was rude about it too. Get the proper documents for your establishment. I didn't care for this place.
This place is extremely unprofessional and dishonest. My friend bought a birthday dinner package that included a 3 course meal; we only received an appetizer and a meal. Alcoholic drinks were not included; I ordered one and thus at the time of leaving, asked for my bill. They charged me for the meal and for my drink and ALSO charged my friend for my meal. We tried communicating with them and they were unresponsive and refused to give me the money back. The food is good but it’s management is completely out of order and dishonest. They have definitely lost my business and that of my friends.
So I can't commit on the food cause I never got to eat. What I can talk about is the service. Specifically, the bartender. She was rude, aggressive, and condescending. Take your money elsewhere . Worst experience I've ever had!
Horrible experience! Sat at the bar ,after waiting 10 minutes I wave my hand to get some service..one miserable short, slim brown complexion woman looks at me turns her head and tells another woman something not sure, this woman approach us and stated this area is reserved as she puts the reserve signs down..she tells us to go on the other side of the bar that had the same amount of seating? She then walks away , leaving us w ms miserable, while we wait for some acknowledgement. After a few minutes she turns away gets a bottle of champagne and attempts to open it in front of us ,not sure what that was about , because facing a customers to pop a bottle. So we left!! So very disappointing looks like this place had great potential. We were just there to check it out , wanted to have a birthday get together. To the owner you could be great if you check your staff..you will lose money!!!! Oh I did not want to leave any stars. Had to in order to post!
🇯🇲 Nice spot close to home. The ambiance was really. My biggest issue was the staff, mainly THE BAR STAFF! I watched them be so rude to customers. It was so bad i wanted to leave just watching it happen. I would come back for the food and ambiance BUT not until i know that bar staff is gone(especially the petite girl, only because she was the worst). P. S. Please dont just change their title and hide them in the kitchen because that negative energy would not be good. Maybe she can do outside sanitation? P. P. S. Please post a sign outside letting us know shes gone. Thx
As a health department deputy for NYC, I want to share my thoughts on our recent experience celebrating a family member's birthday. We requested a neutral dinner option for a child, but the white rice was a bit too spicy for their taste. We ended up remaking the meal to make it more suitable, which I'm sure the staff would have been happy to assist with if it had been brought to their attention. Additionally, there was a small oversight with the drinks; the waitress charged for an extra additive to the Hennessey, which we didn't taste the extra shot in the drink, which we hadn’t expected plus the sweetness in the drink. Overall, the atmosphere of the restaurant was enjoyable, and I appreciate the efforts of the staff. Thank you for a memorable evening!
As a health department deputy for NYC, I want to share my thoughts on our recent experience celebrating a family member's birthday. We requested a neutral dinner option for a child, but the white rice was a bit too spicy for their taste. We ended up remaking the meal to make it more suitable, which I'm sure the staff would have been happy to assist with if it had been brought to their attention. Additionally, there was a small oversight with the drinks; the waitress charged for an extra additive to the Hennessey, which we didn't taste the extra shot in the drink, which we hadn’t expected plus the sweetness in the drink. Overall, the atmosphere of the restaurant was enjoyable, and I appreciate the efforts of the staff. Thank you for a memorable evening!
The Owner Sherman and his Daughter have disgusting attitudes. Hilary the Manager is a sweet heart and the only redeeming factor in that while establishment, She needs to run the place cause the current owner has no business sense what so ever and his daughter is nothing more than a clout chaser who is extremely rude and even more unprofessional.
Ordered via Uber, no update on app bc restaurant sends their own driver. Over an hour passed, so I called. Heard something about the system rebooting. Person on the phone seemed confused, then they said the driver arrived to deliver the food, 40 mins later, nothing. Had to cancel and just went to bed hungry. Smh. Won't attempt to order from here again
The Owner Sherman and his Daughter have disgusting attitudes. Hilary the Manager is a sweet heart and the only redeeming factor in that while establishment, She needs to run the place cause the current owner has no business sense what so ever and his daughter is nothing more than a clout chaser who is extremely rude and even more unprofessional.
Ordered via Uber, no update on app bc restaurant sends their own driver. Over an hour passed, so I called. Heard something about the system rebooting. Person on the phone seemed confused, then they said the driver arrived to deliver the food, 40 mins later, nothing. Had to cancel and just went to bed hungry. Smh. Won't attempt to order from here again
🇯🇲 Nice spot close to home. The ambiance was really. My biggest issue was the staff, mainly THE BAR STAFF! I watched them be so rude to customers. It was so bad i wanted to leave just watching it happen. I would come back for the food and ambiance BUT not until i know that bar staff is gone(especially the petite girl, only because she was the worst). P. S. Please dont just change their title and hide them in the kitchen because that negative energy would not be good. Maybe she can do outside sanitation? P. P. S. Please post a sign outside letting us know shes gone. Thx
Horrible experience! Sat at the bar ,after waiting 10 minutes I wave my hand to get some service..one miserable short, slim brown complexion woman looks at me turns her head and tells another woman something not sure, this woman approach us and stated this area is reserved as she puts the reserve signs down..she tells us to go on the other side of the bar that had the same amount of seating? She then walks away , leaving us w ms miserable, while we wait for some acknowledgement. After a few minutes she turns away gets a bottle of champagne and attempts to open it in front of us ,not sure what that was about , because facing a customers to pop a bottle. So we left!! So very disappointing looks like this place had great potential. We were just there to check it out , wanted to have a birthday get together. To the owner you could be great if you check your staff..you will lose money!!!! Oh I did not want to leave any stars. Had to in order to post!
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