Carifesta Restaurant

Name: Carifesta Restaurant
Address: 4251 White Plains Rd, Bronx, NY 10466, Bronx, NY, 10466, US
Telephone: +17183252261
Price range: €€
Rating: 4.2

Fast food · Bronx

4.2 · 228 reviews Google

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About Carifesta Restaurant

At Carifesta Restaurant, we're passionate about sharing the bold flavors of Guyanese cuisine with our Bronx community. Our halal cooking is made with love and care, featuring popular dishes like jerk chicken that's sure to tantalize your taste buds. We've perfected a fried rice recipe that's both satisfying and addictive. Step inside our cozy eatery, where vibrant colors and warm decor create an inviting atmosphere - perfect for family dinners or casual nights out with friends. Our friendly staff is dedicated to providing exceptional service, so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy every bite of your meal.

What Customers Say About Carifesta Restaurant

Carifesta Restaurant is known for its flavorful Guyanese-Chinese cuisine, especially the fried rice and oxtail empanadas. Many reviewers praise the friendly staff and generous portions, but some have experienced long wait times and inconsistent food quality.

Popular Dishes

chicken fried rice (7) oxtail empanadas (3) House Special Fried Rice jerk chicken pepper shrimp

Best For

Locals Quick Bite Casual

Tip: Consider visiting closer to opening time on a Sunday to potentially avoid long wait times and ensure fresh food.

Features

🅿️ Parking 🚗 Delivery 🍽️ Lunch 🌙 Dinner 🥗 Vegetarian 🌱 Vegan

🎯 Casual 🛋️ Cozy

What to see nearby

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Explore the area around Carifesta Restaurant

Carifesta Restaurant is located in Bronx, surrounded by cultural and historical points of interest. Here are some of the most notable places nearby.

Religious Buildings

St. Frances of Rome's Church (A 276m) — church building in New York, United States of America

Parks & Gardens

Rienzi Playground (A 824m) — park in the United States of America
Wakefield Playground (A 856m) — park in the United States of America

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Frequently asked questions about Carifesta Restaurant

Carifesta Restaurant is located at 4251 White Plains Rd, Bronx, NY 10466, Bronx.

Near Carifesta Restaurant you can find points of interest such as St. Frances of Rome's Church, Rienzi Playground, Wakefield Playground.

Carifesta Restaurant offers fast_food cuisine.

Carifesta Restaurant has regular opening hours. Check their profile for updated schedules.

Carifesta Restaurant offers the following services: dine-in, takeaway, delivery.

The most recommended dishes at Carifesta Restaurant based on customer reviews are: chicken fried rice, oxtail empanadas, House Special Fried Rice, jerk chicken, pepper shrimp.

Carifesta Restaurant is ideal for locals, quick bites, casual dining.

Consider visiting closer to opening time on a Sunday to potentially avoid long wait times and ensure fresh food.

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Carifesta Restaurant Bronx Reviews

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Reviews (24)

Mailoyn Davis

Saw it on social media and had to go. House fried rice, oxtail empanadas, pepper shrimp YOWZERZ! DELICIOUS! All the rice dishes are something special. That freaking chicken is the best roasted chicken I've tasted! Needs to be in a Michelin star restaurant..go try this place..you won't be disappointed..

Jess

I've been trying to get here for some time now and all I can say is that it was definitely worth the wait. The oxtail empanada.....BEYOND AMAZING!!!!! The pepper shrimp and chow mean to die for. I will most definitely be back. Can't wait for the summer time to roll back around so I can try their famous soursop and passion fruit slushies.

sean O'Reilly

Had the jerk chicken fried rice.

Chanecia Allen

The best Guyanese/Chinese food I’ve ever had to date!! When I go I buy in bulk and share with friends and fam. One of my fav restaurants. #ajamaicanhastrieditandloves it

Azad Khan

Carifesta Restaurant is one of the best spots in the Bronx! The food is full of flavor, the atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and the staff make you feel right at home. You can taste the love and culture in every bite. BIG respect to the crew , This spot will never Disappoint you.Definitely a place I’ll keep coming back to — highly recommend!!!!!

Taskin Forkan

Didn't know I needed jerk chicken chow mein until now.

Sue Que

If you're in the mood for some mouthwatering fried shrimp, this is the ultimate spot! The cherry on that would be the tarter sauce which they don't carry. Trust me, takeout is the way to go! I was blown away when the young lady at the front actually remembered my name—what a delightful surprise since I don't visit often! And let me tell you, I also indulged in a pineapple cake that was absolutely delicious! 🍍🎉 Definitely a must-try!

Pierre Reviews

Carifesta Restaurant is a true hidden gem, especially if you’re craving authentic Chinese-Guyanese cuisine. The flavors took me straight back home — everything was seasoned perfectly and made with love. I tried the lo mein, fried rice, and pepper shrimp, and each bite was better than the last. The fusion of Chinese and Caribbean flavors is unmatched, and the portion sizes are more than generous. The staff was super welcoming and made the whole experience even better. Definitely a spot worth visiting if you want real, flavorful food that hits the spot! OH LAWD‼️‼️

Víctor O Pérez

Probably because I got there on a Sunday by 12:30PM which is close to opening time but not only was the food great, the service was great too. I guess I got lucky in that regard after reading the reviews prior to my visit. The mixed fried rice was a delight and that oxtail empanada was phenomenal so highly recommended! Coconut buns are really good with some warm milk in my opinion.

VA Pyro

So I went here for the 1st time the other day, and my experience was absolutely wonderful. Staff was very nice, explained a couple of dishes. Very professional. I had to wait about 15-20m because the oxtail empanadas are freshly made. So I ordered 2 oxtail empanadas, and chicken fried rice. 1st of all that fried rice had to be one of the best I've had in a decade!! Chicken very juicy and flavor town did not disappoint!!! Empanadas are great too butter beans in it and the spice was spicing!! Tasting pepper throughout. Wonderful experience!! Definitely going back probably today 😂😂

Shania Harry

As a Guyanese, I’m always on the hunt for the BEST Guyanese Chinese food in NY, and they did NOT disappoint! 🇬🇾🔥

Samina Chowdhury

This place is truly a hidden gem! Such a great find in the neighborhood. Everything I tried was amazing, from the classic chow mein to the flavorful pepper shrimp and the delicious jerk chicken loaded fries. And you have to try The oxtail empanadas! I’ve never had anything like them before, and they are an absolute must-try! The ambiance is cute too! The wall art and the beautiful green floral wall make for some great photos. What makes this place even more special is that it’s a family-owned and operated business. The owner is incredibly kind and welcoming, making the experience even better. If you haven’t been here yet, you’re seriously missing out!

Sonia Thompsson

The restaurant is very clean. The young lady that took my order did an amazing job. The chicken fried rice was excellent!! Very very tasty….the taste of Guyana 🇬🇾 I would say. I am always looking for that authentic Guyanese chicken fried rice and Carifesta delivered! Yummy! Now I am eager to try their other dishes, including their chicken curry. I haven’t tasted a good one yet in NY. We shall see 😉

xiomara ellis

This was my first time eat from here...and I must say it did not disappoint. My food was amazing , Jasmine and Arianna was so pleasant. By far some of the best customer service I have ever had. I purchased 2 chicken fried Rice, Lamb fried Rice, 1 House special ...I highly Recommend

PETRINA SEALEY

I'm never having regular Chinese food again. My sister sent me this place on IG and I went the next day! OMG the food is so flavorful and delish. Well done, I'll definitely be coming back!! I had the house fried rice with chicken..yummy.

Darryl Griffith

It's was great just not enough chicken with my rice to go around this time 🤷🏿‍♂️

LaDon

I have to amdit that the shrimp fried rice and regular fried rice was delicious. The fried chicken was really good. However, the BBQ chicken was actually jerk chicken that they cooked in bbq sauce as you can see that it was burnt, that was disappointing. I would recommend double checking your food before leaving to make sure you have the right order. Overall, I enjoyed the meals I had. This place is truly a hidden gem! I would definitely give it a second try.

Andy Singh

I have ordered from this restaurant several times. The House Special Fried Rice is usually my preferred dish. Sometimes it is very good, especially when it is made fresh. Other times, it is just okay, likely because it was sitting out or reheated. The quality seems to depend on the day and how busy the restaurant is. The restaurant has no seating and is intended mainly for take-out. It is important to call and place your order before arriving. If you do not call ahead, you will likely wait close to an hour for your food.

La Thomas

I visited Carifesta in the Bronx recently and was extremely disappointed. The wait time was excessive, ranging from 30-45 minutes, which really put a damper on the experience. The chicken fried rice was soggy and overly soft almost to the point where it didn't require chewing, which is definitely not how fried rice should be. Additionally, the prices have increased to about $15 per box of chicken fried rice since my last visit, and they pass the credit card fee onto customers, so it's actually better to pay with cash if you can. I used to really enjoy this place, but the quality of the fried rice and the long wait time make it hard to recommend now. By the time I got my large order, the other food was sweating and losing its appeal. I hope they improve because I really wanted to love this place again.

Kuntie Singh

Order from this! Order my food! NOOO FORKS NO SAUCE ! I called and the girl had a whole attitude on me because she messed up my order! DONT BUY FOOD HERE! TRASH!!!!!!! the staples of Guyanese food is the sauce that comes with it but it’s disappointing! THANK YOU!

Afeefa Bacchus

If you saw their TikTok videos and are thinking it’s a new place to try, don’t do it. It’s not worth it or the hype. The food is basic, and most of the menu items weren’t even available. I went right when they opened at 12:30, and still had to wait 45 minutes to an hour for my food. Overall, a very disappointing experience.”

Farzana Islam

I had high expectations from this place. Placed order for pick up.. I ordered their fried chicken. On the website/ menu the price was listed as $11 but l was charged $13. The chicken was not crispy and portion was extremely small for the price. The chicken has an off taste to it and was missing a sauce on the side. Unfortunately I won't be back.

Jay NYC

I wanted to try this guyanese restaurant today but unfortunately I was disappointed in their portion size for 14 dollars I got literally 4 pieces of chicken. The only thing I can give any kind of credit the curry had decent flavor

Julie Rampersaud

Food was horrible, rice was stale and chicken was burnt. Went back and they had the audacity to argue with me saying the food was okay. If this restaurant thinks this is good quality, then they should'nt be in business.