The Original Caribbean King, a hidden gem nestled at 223 Bedford Ave in Brooklyn, stands out as one of the finest Jamaican restaurants in the area. Customers rave about the authenticity and heartiness of the dishes served, with a common favorite being the oxtail. P Tre describes it as "super tender" with a rich gravy that complements the rice and veggies perfectly. Larry Stone echoes this sentiment, praising the Jamaican chicken curry for its succulent flavor and tender texture, offering a delightful culinary experience that feels both homemade and slow-cooked.
For health-conscious diners, Akhil Kumar notes that the meals are well-balanced, ensuring you don’t compromise on nutrition. Even late-night cravings are satisfied here; Brandon Robinson highlights the availability of jerk tofu for vegan options, proving the restaurant’s versatility. The service is consistently friendly, with generous portions ensuring you get your money's worth, as Haider X emphasizes the must-try Jerk Chicken and enticing serve sizes.
In essence, The Original Caribbean King isn't just about food; it’s about community, comfort, and an authentic taste of the Caribbean. Definitely, a must-visit for anyone craving a satisfying meal!
Amenities and More
Service options
No-contact delivery
Delivery
Takeaway
Dine-in
Popular for
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Offerings
Comfort food
Late-night food
Quick bite
Small plates
Dining options
Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Dessert
Atmosphere
Casual
Trendy
Crowd
Tourists
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Paid street parking
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Reviews For The Original Caribbean King
P Tre
Jun 29,2025
Long time fan... One of the best food trucks around. Service with a smile and the food is quick, unless there's a line but it's never a long wait. I'm a big fan of the oxtail, which is always super tender and the gravy is so good with rice and veggies. If the weather is warmer, go with the salad since it's lighter. But when the weather cools down or you have an appetite, go with the oxtail over rice. Prepare for a big warm meal or you might have some left overs. You notice how hefty the container is and it's the best bang for the buck. Definitely worth a try!
Larry Stone
Jun 26,2025
If I could give TEN stars, I would. The food is SO good and tastes slow cooked and homemade. The authentic Jamaican chicken curry is succulent and tender with lots of flavor - but not too spicy. You can have coconut rice with it or rice and beans. The chicken mole was smoky and spicy with large pieces of tender chicken breast. Tonight we got the oxtail and it was so juicy and complex, I wanted to eat the bones. Very generous portions too.
Akhil Kumar
May 5,2025
Good food, great service. Balanced macros- must try for health conscious people. One of the best trucks outside Mount Sinai.
Brandon Robinson
Apr 11,2025
As a vegan, finding late night food can feel nearly impossible, but Caribbean King comes thru in the clutch. Open til 3am on weekends, u can get jerk tofu, 2 choices of rice, cabbage , plantain and salad in a bowl, in tacos or as a side. I’ve been coming for years and it always hits - bday
Haider X
Apr 9,2025
OMG great jerk chicken flavors and perfect serving size. Oxtail is great as well. Must eat spot once a month. Also if you order first on the day free drink.
Joseph Tetelman
Mar 30,2025
Surprised more people don't talk about this spot. Easily one of the biggest sleeper food spots in Williamsburg. Generous portions, quality food. Really, really yummy.
Brian Deyne
Mar 21,2025
The food is amazing and tasty as hell! Its more than reasonably priced, all the while the owner and guys that work the truck are always friendly and chill to chat with while you're waiting for the food. 10/10 will eat the curry chicken again.
Michelle Cheung
Mar 19,2025
Stumbled across this food truck and I’m so glad I encountered the most incredible Caribbean food truck! I got the oxtail, the meat was unbelievably tender, it fell off the bones and melt in my mouth. Each bite is packed full of flavour, large portion and the owner is so friendly.
Reviews For The Original Caribbean King