Ackee Bamboo – Caribbean
Step into a vibrant island escape where the bold, smoky aroma of jerk seasoning mingles with the sweet scent of golden-fried plantains and warm festival bread. The kitchen captures the sun-drenched spirit of the Caribbean through flaky, spice-filled patties and hearty, slow-simmered soups that offer a comforting, soul-satisfying taste of the tropics. Whether tucking into savory saltfish or crisp island salads, guests find themselves transported to a coastal paradise where every dish celebrates the rich, soulful heritage of Jamaican flavors.
4305, Degnan Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, 90008 +13232957275 https://ackeebamboo.com0Cuisine: Caribbean
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
What to order at Ackee Bamboo
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Jerk BBQ Chicken | 15.6 g | 63.2 g |
| Island Salad | 28.7 g | 48.2 g |
| Curry Chicken | 0 g | 37.2 g |
| BBQ Chicken | 0 g | 37.2 g |
| Garden Tossed Salad | 30.2 g | 28.1 g |
| Vegetarian Wrap | 34.6 g | 27.4 g |
| Jerk Chicken Salad | 27.9 g | 27.3 g |
| Extra Shrimp | 0.2 g | 24 g |
| Jerk Chicken Wrap | 124.6 g | 23.3 g |
| Vegetarian Plate | 70.8 g | 22.3 g |
| Ackee & Saltfish | 35.6 g | 18.4 g |
| Festival Bread (5 pieces) | 35.4 g | 18.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Tuesday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Jamaican Patties - $5.5: Choice of Beef, Chicken or Vegetable Available at: dinner, lunch
- Festival Bread with Plantains - $7.95: Fried dumplings served with fried plantains Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jerk BBQ Wings (6) - $15.95: Chicken wings fried and tossed with jerk BBQ sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Quesadilla - $16.95: Baked chicken, bell peppers, onions, & cheese Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Saltfish & Festival Bread - $18.95: Salted cod cooked with onions and bell peppers. Served with Festival Bread Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Salads
- Curry Vegetable Soup - $9.95: Carrots, potatoes, squash, corn, and peas Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bean Soup - $9.95: Red kidney beans, carrots, potatoes, squash, & coconut milk Dietary tags: Dairy-Free, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Soup - $9.95: Chicken, carrots, potatoes, & squash Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garden Tossed Salad - $12.95: Romaine lettuce, tomatoes, carrots, red cabbage, cucumbers, sweet bell peppers, & seasonal fruit Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Island Salad - $15.95: Romaine lettuce, tomatoes, carrots, red cabbage, cucumbers, sweet bell peppers, & seasonal fruit Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jerk Chicken Salad - $16.95: Romaine lettuce, tomatoes, carrot, red cabbage, cucumbers, and sweet bell peppers. Topped with Jerk Chicken Available at: dinner, lunch
Jamaican Hot Wraps
- Jerk Chicken Wrap - $15.95: Baked chicken smothered in Spicy Jamaican sauce wrapped with a spinach tortilla. Served with Rice & Peas, cheese, and lettuce Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curry Chicken Wrap - $15.95: Baked chicken smothered in a savory Jamaican curry sauce wrapped with a spinach tortilla. Served with Rice & Peas, cheese, and lettuce Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brown Stew Chicken Wrap - $15.95: Baked chicken smothered in a tomato-based blend with Caribbean spices and herbs wrapped in a spinach tortilla. Served with Rice & Peas, cheese, and lettuce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Wrap - $15.95: Avocado with cucumbers, carrots, red cabbage, sweet bell peppers, and ranch dressing. Served with Rice & Peas, cheese, and lettuce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brown Stew Tilapia Wrap - $16.95: Browned tilapia fish smothered in a tomato-based blend with Caribbean spices and herbs wrapped in a spinach tortilla. Served with Rice & Peas, cheese, and lettuce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Vegetarian & Vegan
- Vegetarian Plate - $14.95: Rice & Peas, steamed vegetables, plantain & festival bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Plate w/ Callaloo (Greens) - $16.95: Rice & Peas, steamed vegetables, callaloo (greens), plantain & festival bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jackfruit Platter - $18.95: Choice of Jerk, Curry, or Brown Stew cooked with carrots onions, and bell peppers. Served with rice & peas, steamed cabbage, plantain & festival bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Callaloo Plate - $16.95: Rice & Peas, callaloo (greens), plantain & festival bread Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ackee Plate - $24.95: Ackee fruit sautéed with onions, tomatoes and bell peppers served with rice & peas, steamed vegetables, plantain & festival bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curried Stewed Vegetables - $18.95: Rice & Peas, curried stewed vegetables, plantain & festival bread Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Featured Plates
- Jerk Chicken - $17.95: Baked chicken smothered in spicy Jamaican Jerk sauce. Served with rice & peas, steamed vegetables, festival bread & plantains Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brown Stew Chicken - $17.95: Lightly fried chicken stewed in a savory-sweet tomato-based sauce. Served with rice & peas, steamed vegetables, festival bread & plantains Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curry Chicken - $17.95: Chicken stewed in a savory blend of curry seasoning. Served with rice & peas, steamed vegetables, festival bread & plantains Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Chicken - $17.95: Chicken baked and smothered in Jamaican BBQ Sauce. Served with rice & peas, steamed vegetables, festival bread & plantains Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jerk BBQ Chicken - $17.95: Baked Jerk Chicken smothered in Jamaican BBQ sauce. Served with rice & peas, steamed vegetables, festival bread & plantains Available at: dinner, lunch
- Oxtails - $24.95: Baked oxtails smothered in a savory blend of Jamaican herbs and spices. Served with rice & peas, steamed vegetables, festival bread & plantains Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Short Ribs - $24.95: Chunks of beef ribs smothered in a savory blend of Jamaican herbs and spices. Served with rice & peas, steamed vegetables, festival bread & plantains Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Short Ribs - $24.95: Short ribs baked and smothered in Jamaican BBQ Sauce. Served with rice & peas, steamed vegetables, festival bread & plantains Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curry Goat - $20.95: Goat stewed in a savory blend of curry seasoning. Served with rice & peas, steamed vegetables, festival bread & plantains Available at: dinner, lunch
Seafood
- Sautéed Saltfish - $22.95: Salted cod cooked in a savory butter sauce with spices & herbs Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Steamed Salmon - $24.95: Fillet steamed in a savory butter sauce with onions, carrots, & bell peppers Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ackee & Saltfish - $25.95: Sautéed over the stovetop with onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, & spices with chunks of salted codfish Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Brown Stew Tilapia - $22.95: Lightly fried tilapia stewed in a tomato based sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stewed Shrimp - $19.95: Shrimp stewed in a savory tomato-based sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jerk Shrimp - $19.95: Shrimp sautéed in a spicy Jamaican sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curry Shrimp - $19.95: Shrimp stewed in a savory blend of curry seasoning Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Specialty Seafood
- Brown Stew Red Snapper - $28.95: Lightly fried red snapper stewed in a tomato-based sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Escovitch Red Snapper - $28.95: Lightly fried and covered with a vinegar-based sauce & pickled vegetables Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Red Snapper - $28.95: Red snapper steamed in a savory butter sauce with onions, carrots, & bell peppers Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Daily Specials
- Curry Chicken (Tuesday & Saturday) - $15.95: Chicken stewed in a savory blend of curry seasoning Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brown Stew Chicken (Wednesday) - $15.95: Lightly fried chicken stewed in a tomato based sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jerk BBQ Chicken (Thursday) - $15.95: Baked chicken smothered in spicy Jamaican BBQ sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brown Stew Tilapia (Friday) - $15.95: Lightly fried tilapia stewed in a tomato-based sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jerk Chicken (Sunday) - $15.95: Baked chicken smothered in spicy Jamaican sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides & Extras
- Plantain (8 pieces) - $6.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Festival Bread (5 pieces) - $6.95 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gravy - $1.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Steamed Cabbage - $7.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed White Rice - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Callaloo (Greens) - $8.5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice & Peas - $7.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Extra Chicken - $7.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Extra Beef - $11.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Extra Goat - $11.95 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Extra Shrimp - $11.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Extra Tilapia - $9.95 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Beverages
- Ginger Beer Soda - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Kola Champagne - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Ting - $3.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Cream Soda - $3.5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Pineapple Soda - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
- Berry Berry Smoothie - $7.95
- Mango Passion Smoothie - $7.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics
- Pineapple Ginger Juice - $6.5: Fresh pineapple and ginger juice Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Sorrel - $6.5: Sweet hibiscus flower, ginger and spices Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Ackee Bamboo
- What is the highest-protein dish at Ackee Bamboo?
- Jerk BBQ Chicken, at roughly 63.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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