Yardies West Indian Cuisine

If I could give this place zero stars, I would. Here’s a quick summary: the food is severely overpriced and lacks basic seasoning, which is disappointing for Caribbean cuisine. The wait was also far too long—50 minutes just to end up throwing the meal away. Do yourself a favor and just cook at home if you want to avoid wasting your money!

The food is fantastic, and the staff is incredible! They always go above and beyond, whether it's accommodating special requests or extending their hours. This is genuine Caribbean cuisine, not the modified versions that Americans usually encounter, like overly sweet sauces. My favorite are the patties, but everything on the menu is delicious. The drinks are excellent too! The restaurant itself is impeccably clean. And don’t miss out on the desserts—they're absolutely addictive! Give them a try, and you’ll find yourself coming back for more.

Although I didn't have a full meal, I still believe a 5-star rating is deserved. I stumbled upon this restaurant while heading to another place in the same plaza. The lobby was very clean and well-lit, with plenty of well-maintained plants adding to the ambiance. There was a wide selection of beverages available. The owner presented her business with great enthusiasm, sharing the day's menu and dessert options with me. I chose a slice of Banana Pineapple Walnut Cake, which was both flavorful and moist, and the portion size was generous. As I left, I wished them continued success and felt glad to have discovered this place. I will definitely return when I don’t feel like cooking!

I hate to give an ehh review especially to a Jamaican establishment. I ordered oxtail rice and peas and it just tasted like I was eating regular old beef. Ordered rasta pasta as well, which was okay. Lastly, I also ordered beef patties (spicy beef) and was not disappointed at all. I don’t think the food was bad but when you have a taste for something and desire that specific flavor, it has to be there and it just wasn’t for me with the oxtail. It could have been that since it is being made in large portions, not everything is getting the flavor. I definitely want to give it another chance. Everything was well cooked and great portion sizes. Beef Pattie’s were on point though

Restaurant has THE best Jamaican food in South Jersey and the employees are so friendly.