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Claire's Korner, LLC. — a quiet caribbean spot in Evanston with a growing reputation. Flavors stay true to the source. You're greeted like a regular, even the first time. "Absolutely delicious food from an unassuming place, the jerk chicken was tender, smokey, spicy" — Nickolas Demertzis
Jamie Hamilton
229 reviews
“The meat was fall off the bone tender, the flavors all blended together in what I would call heaven in my mouth”
No recurring complaints found across reviews.
1827 Emerson St, Evanston, IL 60201
“Great food & service!”
Roger Dababneh
Jan 2026
“My frist time try Jamaica food.”
My frist time try Jamaica food! People are friendly, the food is amazing. And the ginger beer (first time try it) is awesome.
Ziyi Guo
Nov 2025
“love some authentic Jamaican.”
love some authentic Jamaican. While not ideal for dine in, the tables are small and there’s only a few seats, the staff is so friendly and welcoming. And it goes without saying the food was excellent. Will be back for takeout
Victoria Logan
Oct 2025
“Let me tell you about Auntie Claire!!”
Let me tell you about Auntie Claire!!! Her food is 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥. Worth the wait, and she’s such a sweet soul.
Ivi Dennis
Oct 2025
“When my kids were little we used to come here all the time.”
When my kids were little we used to come here all the time. Now they’re grownups, and I’m old, and I make my husband grab it for me When I want Jamaican, this is the best in a town where there are like 3000 places. It’s so so so so so good. The goat curry is the best best best in the universe. I just love it. Love it. You will too.
S
Oct 2025
“I order the jet chicken dinner with Mac and rice and beans food is very delicious.”
Myra Williams
May 2025
“It’s rare to find a place where both the food and the atmosphere are equally outstanding.”
It’s rare to find a place where both the food and the atmosphere are equally outstanding. I’ll definitely be back and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a vegetarian and non vegetarian great meals and a genuinely inviting environment. The food was thoughtfully prepared and full of flavor. What made the visit even more special was the kindness and care of the two lovely ladies who prepared and served our meals.
anabel bahena
Apr 2025
“Jerk chicken was great: tender, juicy, and fragrant from the generous coating of spices.”
Jerk chicken was great: tender, juicy, and fragrant from the generous coating of spices. As expected, it was deliciously smoky, bursting with layered flavors, and had such a satisfying kick of heat. Absolute perfection with the jerk sauce. Excellent collard greens and cabbage also!
Christina Huynh
Apr 2025
“My first time having Jamaican food and I was so blown away that I HAD to immediately come onto Google to post a review.”
My first time having Jamaican food and I was so blown away that I HAD to immediately come onto Google to post a review. This is one of the most delicious meals I’ve had in my life, and I’m not exaggerating. The stewed oxtail was rich, fatty and melt-in-your-mouth tender; the steamed cabbage was so flavorful, and the plantains were sweet, caramelized and so delicious. While a little pricey ($30+ after tax for a Large), the portions are generous and worth every cent. The service was warm and lovely too, and they made me feel so welcome 🥰 This was my first time at Claire’s but I’ll definitely be back to try their Jerk Chicken, Jerk Pork and Goat Curry!
Kai S
Apr 2025
“Absolutely delicious food from an unassuming place, the jerk chicken was tender, smokey, spicy, and well seasoned.”
Absolutely delicious food from an unassuming place, the jerk chicken was tender, smokey, spicy, and well seasoned. The beef patty was rich and luscious without being too fatty and The pastry itself was perfectly crisp. The collard greens had just enough tang and were perfectly balanced with the fatty piece of pork as well. The rice and beans was great to soak up the gravy - I only wish there was more gravy. I'm coming back here for lunch and more. Lovely spot keep it up.
Nickolas Demertzis
Apr 2025
“I am writing this review as I’m savoring the last bite of jerk pork and let me tell you…I am...”
I am writing this review as I’m savoring the last bite of jerk pork and let me tell you…I am already plotting my 45min journey back. I will be thinking about this meal for a long time. My husband got the curry goat and absolutely loved it. Also, the cabbage is perfection.
Jessica Andre
Mar 2025
“This food had such good flavor.”
This food had such good flavor. Curry Chicken was AMAZING! Employees are super friendly and you can tell they take a lot of pride in their food 🙌
Danny O'Malley
Aug 2024
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