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Caribbean Restaurants in the UK
Last updated: August 2026
The UK is home to a well-established community of people with Caribbean heritage. The Windrush Generation brought with them culture, music and food from the many islands and countries that they travelled from, including Jamaica, Antigua, St Lucia and Barbados.
In the UK, Caribbean food is celebrated at large scale at events like London's Notting Hill Carnival. On an everyday level, you can celebrate Caribbean food by visiting a Caribbean restaurant here in the UK!
Below, I've listed several Caribbean restaurants and eateries from across the UK for you to explore. Including older establishments that have been essential for their local Caribbean communities to keep a connection with their home and heritage plus, new and innovative restaurants and street food vendors that are sharing new and exciting Caribbean dishes.
All in all, Caribbean cooking is about community, family and good food, so please use this list to expand your food horizons and celebrate each nation's delicious cuisine!
Photo by Samuel Regan-Asante on Unsplash
About Caribbean Food
There is so much to Caribbean food and Caribbean cooking, so it is hard to define it simply. Each Caribbean island and nation has its own unique cooking style and national dishes. Caribbean food is influenced by a mix of the food of the indigenous Arawaks and Caribs, as well as African, Indian, Chinese and European cuisines as a result of the Caribbean's rich history.
The Caribbean region spans over 1000 miles, so given this vast geographical distance plus historical differences between each nation and island, there is a clear distinction in language, ethnicity and also food. This means there is so much to explore and discover with Caribbean food. For example; Trinidad & Tobago, a nation with a large Indian-Caribbean heritage and population, has their delicious roti (similar to the Indian chapati flatbread) as a staple dish. Whereas, Antigua's national dish of fungee is similar to an Italian polenta.
A great resource to learn more about the diversity of Caribbean food is the book Caribe: A Caribbean Cookbook with History by Keshia Sakarah.
Caribbean Food In The UK
Although Black communities have been in the British Isles for centuries, our understanding of what Caribbean food is here in the UK has mainly been shaped by the presence of people from the Windrush Generation, or descendants of the Windrush Generation. This is dominated by people from English-speaking Caribbean countries like Jamaica, so it's common to find a lot of Caribbean restaurants in the UK serving delicious Jamaican food.
However, other Caribbean Islands also have delicious dishes that should also be recognised and celebrated. In this list, you will find a few of the chefs and restaurants here in the UK that celebrate and serve food from all around the Caribbean.
Find Caribbean Restaurants in the UK
Please enjoy, explore and share this list of Caribbean restaurants and eateries in the UK.
This list is not exhaustive, there are so many more places to explore in the UK. If you know of any great places that should be included on this list, please let me know and I'll try my best to include them all!
Last updated: August 2026
Listings with a star ⭐️ beside their name have been recommended by someone in the community!
Caribbean Restaurants London
Ayannas London
Lumina Building, 2 Yabsley Street, London E14 9RG
A modern fine dining Jamaican Caribbean restaurant in Canary Wharf offering fine dining menus with a Jamaican twist.
Bokit'la
337 Kennington Park Rd, London SE11 4PW
London's French Caribbean street food vendor. A family business sharing a taste of Guadeloupe.
Buster Mantis
3-4 Resolution Way, London SE8 4NT
A Jamaican cocktail bar, restaurant, event and gallery space in Deptford, South London.
Cottons Restaurant
Various London Locations
A Caribbean restaurant in London offering a modern take on authentic Caribbean food. Cottons Restaurants has rum shacks in Camden, Vauxhall, Notting Hill and Shoreditch.
Fish, Wings and Tings
Brixton Village, 3, Granville Arcade, Coldharbour Ln, London SW9 8PR
A compact Caribbean restaurant in London dishing up a vibrant menu of Caribbean meals & drinks at pavement tables.
Jam Delish
1 Tolpuddle St, London N1 0XT
An independent family-owned Caribbean vegan restaurant and cocktail bar in Islington.
Jamaican Patty Co.
Various London Locations
Simple takeaway for traditional Jamaican patties, plus soups, coffee, juice and cakes.
Limin' Beach Club
Gabriel's Wharf, London SE1 9PP
A vibrant venue on London's South Bank serving Caribbean specialities and rum cocktails. Also with vegan options.
Ma Petite Jamaica
4 Inverness St, Camden Town, London NW1 7HJ
130-132 Curtain Road, London EC21 3AR
A Caribbean diner in London serving authentic Jamaican food.
⭐️ MRC Caribbean & European Cuisine & Jerk Centre
70 Baring Rd, London SE12 0PS
A local South East London restaurant serving Caribbean and European cuisine.
Original Flava
JUMBI Unit 4.1, Copeland Park, 133 Copeland Rd, London SE15 3SN
Brothers Shaun and Craig have a kitchen residency at JUMBI Peckham, serving Caribbean food.
RapChar
30 Brixton Water Ln, London SW2 1PE
RapChar is a Caribbean fusion restaurant bringing the authentic flavours to the heart of Brixton.
Roger's Kitchen
71 Camden Rd, London NW1 9EU
A restaurant where Caribbean food meets classic dining, by head chef Roger Shakes.
The Good Front Room
Thomas Tower, Dalston Square, London E8 3GU
A distinctive concept that celebrates Caribbean culinary traditions with modern European influences. Created by Chef Dom Taylor.
Turtle Bay
Various London Locations
A Caribbean restaurant chain aiming to capture the essence of Caribbean Island culture and food. More locations across the UK.
Paddy's Yard
443 Coldharbour Ln, London SW9 8LF
Blending Irish tradition with Jamaican vibes!
14Parish Brixton
424 Coldharbour Lane, London, United Kingdom SW9 8LF
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Authentic Modern Jamaican Takeaway located in the heart of Brixton
2210 by NattyCanCook
75 Norwood Rd, London SE24 9AA
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Pan Caribbean restaurant from Chef Nathaniel Mortley, better known as NattyCanCook.
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Caribbean Restaurants Birmingham
Devon House Jamaican Restaurant & Bar
16 Hall St, Birmingham B18 6BS
Serves a wide range of traditional Jamaican dishes in a relaxed Caribbean restaurant in Birmingham, with a wine and cocktail bar.
Esmie’s Caribbean Fusion
Alfred Works, 13 Gibb St, Deritend, Birmingham B9 4DJ
Caribbean Street food.
Jamaya
126 Colmore Row, Birmingham B3 3AP
An award-winning independent Jamaican restaurant celebrating the authentic taste of Jamaican food.
Mellow's Bar & Restaurant
57 Grosvenor St W, Birmingham B16 8HJ
A modern restaurant that serves dishes with an authentic taste of the Caribbean. All dishes are cooked fresh everyday.
The Deep Experience Caribbean Restaurant
34 Bristol St, West Midlands, Birmingham B5 7AA
A Caribbean restaurant based in Birmingham city centre serving their original style of West Indian cuisine. Enjoy an all-you-can-eat buffet on Saturday and Sunday.
Turtle Bay
81-91 John Bright St, Birmingham B1 1BL
A Caribbean restaurant aiming to capture the essence of Caribbean Island culture and food. More locations across the UK.
Caribbean Restaurants Manchester
Jerk Junction
170 Manchester Rd, Firswood, Manchester M16 0DZ
A popular Manchester Caribbean restaurant known for serving authentic Caribbean dishes.
Pull Up Bar Cafe
14-16 Swan St, Manchester M4 5JN
A cafe featuring Jamaican jerk chicken, curries & sharing plates, plus veggie options.
The Drop Bar Cafe
356 Barlow Moor Rd, Chorlton-cum-Hardy, Manchester M21 8AZ
A Caribbean restaurant in Manchester serving authentic West Indian & Caribbean food.
Turtle Bay
Various Manchester Locations
A Caribbean restaurant aiming to capture the essence of Caribbean Island culture and food. More locations across the UK.
Caribbean Restaurants Bristol
Caribbean Croft
30 Stokes Croft, St Paul's, Bristol BS1 3QD
A relaxed restaurant that serves traditional Caribbean comfort dishes & draft brews.
JAMAYA Bristol
Unit 2B, JAMAYA, Millennium Promenade, Bristol BS1 5SZ
A family-owned independent Jamaican restaurant serving authentic dishes.
Nadine's Caribbean Cafe
5 Stapleton Rd, Easton, Bristol BS5 0QR
A Caribbean cafe that offers delicious and authentic Caribbean food.
Caribbean Restaurants Leeds
Ryan's Kitchen
329 Kirkstall Rd, Burley, Leeds LS4 2HD
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A Jamaican takeaway cooking Jamaican food.
Jamrock Leeds
31 Kirkgate, Leeds LS2 7DR
Delicious Caribbean cuisine in Leeds is served alongside a mix of traditional and contemporary cocktails and beer.
Turtle Bay
14 The Light, The Headrow, Leeds LS1 8TL
A Caribbean restaurant aiming to capture the essence of Caribbean Island culture and food. More locations across the UK.
Caribbean Restaurants Coventry
Likkle More
924 Foleshill Rd, Coventry CV6 6GS
A Caribbean eat-in and dine-in restaurant bringing bold island flavours, good vibes, and authentic Caribbean cuisine.
Turtle Bay
Cathedral Lanes Shopping Centre, Coventry CV1 1LL
A Caribbean restaurant aiming to capture the essence of Caribbean Island culture and food. More locations across the UK.
Caribbean Restaurants Kent
Jerk Cafe
135 High St, Rochester ME2 4TJ
Serves authentic Caribbean flavours with recipes handed down through generations.
Mullins Brasserie
6 Market Pl, Margate CT9 1EN
A restaurant with a menu comprising modern European cuisine with a hint of the Caribbean by Bajan chef Antonio Forde.
Caribbean Restaurants Liverpool
Raggas Caribbean Cafe
58 Smithdown Rd, Toxteth, Liverpool L7 4JG
A Liverpool restaurant that specialise in authentic Caribbean food.
Turtle Bay
Various Liverpool Locations
A Caribbean restaurant aiming to capture the essence of Caribbean Island culture and food. More locations across the UK.
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Caribbean Restaurants Devon
89 Mayflower St, Plymouth PL1 1SD
A Plymouth restaurant that specialises in authentic Caribbean food.
Caribbean Restaurants Oxford
64 Cowley Rd, Oxford OX4 1JB
Serves an array of classic Caribbean dishes in a modern, lively setting with a full rum & cocktail menu.
Turtle Bay
12 Friars Entry, Magdalen Street, Oxford OX1 2BY
A Caribbean restaurant aiming to capture the essence of Caribbean Island culture and food. More locations across the UK.
Caribbean Restaurants Reading
⭐️ Perry's
7 High Street, Reading, RG1 2EA
A Caribbean restaurant in Reading that offers hearty portions of dishes like curried mutton and jerk chicken.
⭐️ Dolphin's Caribbean Restaurant & Bar
59-60 St Mary's Butts, Reading RG1 2LG
A well-loved Reading Caribbean restaurant offering generous portions of dishes like curry mutton, jerk chicken and escovitch fish.
Why Caribbean Food Matters to Me
Food is one of ways I love to connect with my Caribbean heritage. My grandad came to the UK from St Lucia and my grandmother came from Jamaica, both as part of the Windrush Generation. While researching for my graduate collection, I found myself inspired by Caribbean cooking and produce as well as by the traditional Caribbean straw crafts that led me to develop raffia embroidery.
If you've enjoyed exploring this list, you might also like my Caribbean-inspired greeting cards and prints - some of which you'll have spotted throughout this page, including the Love You Like Ackee & Saltfish and Pour the Rum cards. Or if you'd like to try a hands-on Caribbean-inspired activity, I run raffia embroidery workshops in London inspired by Caribbean heritage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is considered Caribbean food?
Caribbean food is any dish or cooking style from the islands and countries of the Caribbean region, including Jamaica, Trinidad & Tobago, Barbados, St Lucia, and many more. It draws on Indigenous Taíno and Carib cooking, along with African, Indian, Chinese and European influences brought over through the region's history. It has been influenced by colonialism, the transatlantic slave trade, plantation agriculture, and trade. The Caribbean spans a wide area, so "Caribbean food" isn't one single cuisine. Instead, it's a "family" of related but distinct national cuisines.
What does Caribbean food consist of?
Caribbean food typically consists of rice dishes, plantain, root vegetables like yam and cassava, saltfish, and slow-cooked, well-seasoned meats such as jerk chicken or curry goat. Scotch bonnet peppers, thyme, allspice (pimento) and ginger are common flavours across the region. Each island also has its own specialities, for example, roti and doubles in Trinidad, fungee in Antigua and ackee and saltfish in Jamaica.
What is Caribbean food like?
Caribbean food is bold, flavourful and well-seasoned. It typically uses a lot of herbs and spices including ingredients like thyme, scotch bonnet, nutmeg, ginger and pimento (allspice). It's not always as spicy as people expect. Spice levels vary a lot by dish and by island, and plenty of Caribbean cooking is mild and comforting rather than fiery-hot.
What are doubles (Caribbean food)?
Doubles are a popular Trinidadian street food made of two pieces of soft fried flatbread (called bara) with a curried chickpea filling (called channa), usually topped with tamarind, pepper sauce, chutney or cucumber. They are one of Trinidad & Tobago's most iconic dishes, reflecting the island's Indo-Caribbean heritage.
Which Caribbean country has the best food?
The answer to that question is completely up to you! And it depend on what kind of dishes you like the best. Jamaica is often the most internationally recognised for dishes like jerk chicken and ackee and saltfish. Trinidad & Tobago is known for its Indian-influenced street food like doubles and roti, and Barbados is famous for its flying fish and cou-cou. Rather than one "best" country, it's worth trying a few different cuisines as each island's food tells a different part of the region's history.
Are there Caribbean restaurant chains in the UK?
Yes - Turtle Bay is the most widespread Caribbean restaurant chain in the UK, with locations across London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Coventry, Liverpool and Oxford. Most other Caribbean restaurants in the UK are independent, local or family-run businesses, particularly the older establishments that have served local Caribbean communities for decades. There are also lots of new exciting Caribbean chefs creating new concepts, supper clubs and street foods.
Sources and Further Reading
1. What is Caribbean Food? Read more
2. Belly Full: Caribbean Food in the UK by Riaz Phillips
3. Photo by S kelly on Unsplash
4. Photo by Samuel Regan-Asante on Unsplash
