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Jamaican delights – dining Jamaican style

One of the things that I found while visiting Jamaica was that just like anywhere else you can find everything from fast food to fine dining. KFC and Burger King aside (yes, they were plentiful), there were great local spots to grab food like Jamaican patties on the run to elegant dinners – with everything in between.

For those exploring and wanting to enjoy some authentic Jamaican patties…stop into Juici Patties and choose from an assortment of patties ranging from the traditional beef to shrimp, chicken and even vegetarian options. I can attest that the beef patties are DELISH and the Conch soup was amazing.

The lines are long with locals, and the tables communal, so not only will you get wonderful food, but you just might make a friend or two while you’re there.

All prices are listed in Jamaican Dollars

 

Jamaican beef patty

Go traditional and order a pineapple soda and eat it right out of the bag, just like everyone else.

For Jamaican JERK there’s one place that stands out – Scotchie’s, which has restaurants in Montego Bay, Kingston and Ocho Rios. From the minute you open your car door and SMELL the wood and meat cooking you’ll know you’ve come to the BEST in town. Cooked on an open fire in the traditional manner, you’ll find jerk chicken, fish and pork on the menu along with delicious roast breadfruit, festival and more. Come dressed casually and enjoy award winning jerk along with area residents…this is ONE stop you don’t want to miss.

Scotchie's Montego Bay

Jerk pork on the grill at Scotchies

jerk fish at Scotchies

If you’re yearning for home, there’s a Margaritaville available in Montego Bay, Negril and Ocho Rios. Yes, you can get your Cheeseburger in Paradise, along with loaded nachos, and your usual assortment of frozen drinks, but you’ll ALSO FIND some local specialties on the menu!

Pina colada at Margaritaville

Loaded Nachos

Cheeseburger in Paradise

Cheeseburger in Paradise

For a dinner that you won’t soon forget, that’s casual with atmosphere that’s absolutely AMAZING, head to the PushCart restaurant located at the charming Rockhouse Hotel. Head over around sunset and watch as the blazing Jamaican sun slowly sinks into the sea. PushCart is one of those places that will steal your heart.

Pushcart restaurant Negril

Pushcart at the Rockhouse hotel

Appetizers at Pushcart

A little bit of this & that at pushcart

For the ULTIMATE in dinner, you must be a guest at the absolutely gorgeous RIU Palace Tropical Bay in Negril. Since it’s an all-inclusive resort, you only have to make a reservation as a guest. You’ll be greeted at the door with a flute of champagne and from there it only gets better.

 

Greeting at Krystal

Elegant tapas

Dinner includes entrees such as lamb

Even the desserts are elegant

Whatever you’re in the mood for, or whatever your budget – you can find it while vacationing in Jamaica. Bon Apetit!

I visited Jamaica as a guest of the Jamaica Tourist Board for 5 days. All opinions are strictly my own.

Comments

  2. Yes and I only gained ONE POUND while I was there. Guess it was all of the swimming, horseback riding & walking around.

  3. You were so good. I was impressed. The 12987 lbs you didnt’ gain? I have them here if you ever want them *hiccup*

    MISS YOU !!!

  5. Wow your description of Jamaica makes me want to change my vacation plans good job. The foods and Island looks so inviting…

  8. I could eat my way through any location and be happy..LOL. I found it to be an inexpensive vacation, plus the flight is a little over an hour from Ft. Lauderdale – just a quick hop away. Wait until you see this little gem of a place to stay that I found for a VERY reasonable rate.

  9. Wow, all that food looks so amazing! I’ve never been to Jamaica but now I know if we do get the chance to go, we’ll be well fed!

    On a side note, I just read your comment and I had no idea that Jamaica was so close to Ft. Lauderdale. Now you’ve really got me thinking, maybe we’ll be planning our next big trip there.

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