876 Jamaican Jerk Restaurant
876 Jamaican Jerk Restaurant draws devoted fans for juicy, authentically spiced jerk chicken, oxtails, jerk catfish, wings, tacos, nachos, beef patties, candied yams, and standout cabbage, with generous portions and affordable prices. Regulars rave about friendly service and catering, making it a neighborhood favorite worth driving for, though reviews warn of inconsistent seasoning, disappointing mac and cheese, and occasional long waits for pickup.
What 54 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“I almost ate the food before the review! Chicken 10/10. Mac was good! Hubby had some with white meat. Cabbage a bomb! My toddler ate most of it! I love that its jerked without all that sauce, its on the side so you can burn your mouth at your own leisure. This is real jerked chicken with good prices!”
“It didn’t have that jerk , taste The sauce is water down tasted like low grade a 1steak sauce The mac & cheese is generic”
“The food was horrible not a real Jamaican restaurant. I purchase a curry goat and I received curry goat in liver.”
“As an avid B.O.B. supporter, I have to remove this restaurant as an option for future visits. Upon visiting on 8/2/23 i wanted to order the jerk shrimp dinner. I wanted french fries for my side (the menu READS YOUR CHOICE OF SIDE). The associate said french fries are not a side option for dinners. I attempted a professional dialogue with her, so that she could understand what THEIR menu actually states and the equivalent prices for each small side ($3.75), but she didn't get it.”
“The food was delicious, I had oxtails and a jerk catfish dinner, everything was delicious”
“Quarter dark lunch special so good I drive all the way from Evanston”
“The food was delicious. I didn't take any pics unfortunately. I had the meat combo with oxtails and jerk wings with cabbage. Everything tasted so good. I can't wait to go back and try more food items. I am glad someone told me about this place. I got lucky. The prices are a plus.”
“Good neighborhood jerk spot Food is excellent Friendly Service We have enjoyed the goat,fish,chicken & tacos We also catered jerk chicken salad for eight people which they loved”
“Food is delicious 🤤 service was great 👍 can’t wait to try the rest of the menu ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
“This Is A Absolute Amazing Jamaican Cuisine I Drove 2 Hours Just For This Place And It Was Amazing I’m So Excited To Be Here”
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