Jamaica
This warehouse, left over from Black River's trading boom, is now home to a canteen-style cheapie where you can chow down on ackee and saltfish for…
Must-see restaurants in Jamaica
Negril
If you eat a patty in Negril, chances are it will have originated in Hammond's, a busy bakery with indoor seating that inhabits the small settlement's…
Jamaica
Hidden at the back of a mini-mall, on the 1st floor, is this dimly-lit, quiet and crisply air-conditioned Chinese restaurant. Large portions of mostly…
Jamaica
This colourful Rasta shack, right by the turnoff to the Peter Tosh memorial, is run by Tosh's nephew Kenial, who may well invite you to share some Red…
Ocho Rios, Port Antonio & the North Coast
This simple blue shack is the most popular beach bar and restaurant with Long Bay locals, serving up cold beer, rum and fish. The opening hours are a…
Montego Bay
On the cusp of the craft market, you can retreat to check out this truly authentic Jamaican dining experience. Settle down for snapper with a spicy sauce;…
Jamaica
Though far from the glamour and bustle of America's glitzy behemoth, this popular place rocks out in the evenings to pulsing reggae while serving heaped…
Kingston, Blue Mountains & the Southeast Coast
Gap Café is a fabulous place to take in the vistas. Dine alfresco on a wooden terrace, sampling the succulent curry goat and smoked pork chops, as well as…
Kingston
Meat-heavy menu of Jamaican and Italian dishes in an attractive open-air setting around a small pool. The steaks are good but pricey, though the portions…
Ocho Rios, Port Antonio & the North Coast
At this economical rooftop haunt, Jamaican fare – primarily chicken and fish – competes for attention alongside the freely flowing overproof rum. There’s…
Montego Bay
Popular chain and Jamaican institution serving chicken, beef, ackee and lobster patties, as well as red pea and chicken soup and three types of porridge.
Montego Bay
Dive in off the hot Hip Strip for gulps of refreshing air-conditioned air, passable lattes and sweet cupcakes. There's also wi-fi and some savory snacks.
Montego Bay
For some of the island's best ice cream, come to this little kiosk inside the shopping center. We particularly like the grape-nut flavor.
Negril & West Coast
Come here for Jamaica's default snack – a patty – plus a few sweeter treats. It's a quick skip from the transportation center.
Ocho Rios
You can buy fresh produce at the market on the south side of Da Costa Dr by the clock tower. It's a lively, local experience.
Montego Bay
One of two popular patty chains, Tastee sells inexpensive patties with numerous fillings (chicken, beef, saltfish...).
Ocho Rios, Port Antonio & the North Coast
Decent thin-and-crispy pizzas with numerous toppings, served up quickly. Next to the Shell gas station.
Kingston
Large, well-stocked supermarket attached to Sovereign Centre, with an ATM outside.
Ocho Rios
A well-stocked central supermarket that's useful if you're self-catering.
Ocho Rios, Port Antonio & the North Coast
Patties and more from the reliable Jamaican chain.
Kingston
Food court in the Sovereign Centre mall, where you can pick up anything from a bowl of curried goat to a burger or pasty, and eat at plastic mall tables…
