Reviews for The Islands in Brooklyn, NY
Our friend brought us to The Islands and she said it?s her favorite Caribbean Cuisine in the neighborhood. The decor is humble,... simple and wide-spaced with plenty of seating. There are limited but signature options on the menu. We got Ox Tail with Rice &Bean, Curry Chicken with Steamed Veggies and Salad with Jerk Chicken. The portion was huge with a reasonable price and we left alot to go. Food was amazingly delicious, especially the jerk chicken, which was extremely tender and juicy. We also wereimpressed by their rice & bean, surprisingly appetizing and smelled so great. Read more
The Islands is a cozy, home kitchen vibe restaurant. Went on a Sunday night and lots of families from the neighborhood were... there. There was a lot of activity in the take-out area. Service was a little slow, but very friendly and nice. The food wasgood, but did not wow me. The space could use some maintenance, the entrance door is cracked and some tables seemed very old. Read more
My experience was a good one; customer service was terrific. I thought I was in a different country for a moment, couldn?t... believe I was in the U.S! As for the food, the oxtail was ok, tender, and flavorful. The jerk chicken had a good flavor but nota good texture, it seemed like it was sitting too long, and it was tough and dry, yet it was drowning in ?gravy!? It?s missingthat grilled crispy texture that a broiler or grill would give. I would go back and eat in I want to try their other dishes. Read more
THIS PLACE IS BOMB!! I had roti with curry chicken and I cleaned up that plate! The waitress was so sweet and the food came out... fast! I?m definitely going back here! Read more
Amazing food. Super fresh and flavorful. The mac and cheese was a 10/10. The coffee was also great comes in these cute little... carafes! The server was so sweet and just a great comfortable vibe all around. Read more
Got the goat curry and tried the plantains. Fabulous flavor and abundant portions! Very homey feel to the restaurant, though on... a Tuesday night it was very quiet (just one other table was occupied). The menu is not long, but what they make they do verywell. Good prices and bonus, it?s BYOB! Read more
We arrived as a group of four and saw that there wasn?t any free outdoor tables, so we had expected a wait. However, after... putting our name down, one of the waiters brought out tables and chairs for us, so we were basically seated immediately. Notonly that, but this place lets you drink your own wine AND WILL GIVE YOU WINE GLASSES FOR IT! The liquor store is literally 20feet away and most tables had bought wine there for the meal. So you are supporting TWO local businesses ? VERY NICE! Now forthe food, I highly recommend the jerk lamb / chicken or the curry chicken. Meat is literally fall off the bone tender and HUGEportions ? we were literally cleaning the place of the jerk lamb, and it?s just spicy enough for you to feel the heat but stillkeep you coming back for more. The roti is BOMB though, and would definitely recommend getting this to compliment your meal andjust help sop up the sauce. The plantains and steamed veggies included in each plate are also delicious :) However, if theyoffer you the Mac and cheese as an add-on, I would say to pass: it?s decent but not worth the price. Service could have beenbetter while we were dining; we didn?t get any water refills or check-ins, and had to flag down a waiter to order and get thecheck. However, for their initial service + the treat of being able to drink your own wine with the meal + the portions andquality of the food, I am still more than happy to give this place five stars. I will definitely be back the next time I?m inthe city. Read more
I don?t normal write reviews but this was a must.. I ordered a oxtail with rice and peas . They charged me $29 I thought it?s... probably going to be worth it .. I got home started eating and IMMEDIATELY REGRETTED IT ..the rice was so pasty with no flavorand the oxtail was as tuff as if I bought it uncooked . Like I would need to throw it back on the stove ? I love to support myfellow black business but this was not it and I?m extremely disappointed. My suggestion get a chef that is actually from theislands and learned to cook from there cause whomever made this definitely missed the point Read more