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Jerk Villa Bar & Grill

3.52,020 reviews ·Opens at 12

Jerk Villa Bar & Grill delivers flavorful, authentic Caribbean food served hot and fresh, with regulars praising attentive staff like Dan and Fatima. The South Loop spot feels more like a dance-hall party than a typical dinner, thanks to energetic DJs and music that keeps guests dancing while they eat—ideal for celebrations and lively outings. Takeout and kitchen wait times can be highly inconsistent.

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2216 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60616
South Loop
Today12-9PM
Sun12-9PM
Mon5-10:15PM
Tue–Thu12-9PM
Fri12-11:30PM
Sat12-11PM
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What 2,020 diners keep saying

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Review photo by J. Stylz
Jul 2026

A Serious VIBE! The food was truly delicious and authentic in every way!!!!Take the time to come and celebrate life, RIGHT NOW🔥🔥🔥

J. Stylz

J. Stylz

26 reviews on Google

Jul 2026

Dan was very nice and patient with us. I will recommend anyone that’s traveling from misssissippi to Chicago to go by there and ask for Dan!!!!

Vanya Smith

Vanya Smith

4 reviews on Google

Jul 2026

Great service cashier Martell showed great customer service

Martell Montgomery

Martell Montgomery

2 reviews on Google

Jul 2026

I’m from Milwaukee and I love to drive here to eat the food. But today we got Dan and he did a WONDERFUL job and I will be back VERY SOON to come and eat again. Thank y’all for the wonderful service and food

Miyoshia Landrum

Miyoshia Landrum

2 reviews on Google

Jul 2026

Dan did an excellent job, he was present, helpful and precise. Eye contact and suggestion were on point. The food was excellent as well. I enjoyed myself.

Rasheida Landrum

Rasheida Landrum

4 reviews on Google

Jul 2026

First time here and no complaints. Great service, food good and flavorful and our server Dan was awesome.😊

Quashena Turner

Quashena Turner

3 reviews on Google

Jul 2026

Our Waiter/ Server Dan was excellent, professional, fast, courteous, and polite. Keep up the good work

Lakicia Douglas

Lakicia Douglas

2 reviews on Google

Jul 2026

The food was great and our waiter Dan was amazing.

Talisha Douglas

Talisha Douglas

1 reviews on Google

Jul 2026

I enjoyed the atmosphere. It was like a dance hall party along with a dinner. The DJ was amazing. I enjoyed every song that he played. I was dancing and eating at the same time. The food met my expectations and I will definitely go back the next time. I am in Chicago.

Pamela Buford

Pamela Buford

1 reviews on Google

Jul 2026

Destiny was amazing!!! Food was chef’s kiss! Vibes and atmosphere were everything!

Tohi Wellness

Tohi Wellness

2 reviews on Google

Jul 2026

Food was amazing. And the music was on point.

Andrea Pickett

Andrea Pickett

6 reviews on Google

Jul 2026

The food was very good.. it came out hot and fresh.

christina MCNEIL

christina MCNEIL

3 reviews on Google

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