What makes this restaurant unique or special?

This restaurant is unique for its bold Caribbean flavors, knowledgeable service, and an exceptionally diverse menu accommodating over thirty-five dietary lifestyles.

How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?

Rated 4.0/5, this moderate ($$) restaurant excels with satisfying portions, knowledgeable service, and a menu accommodating nearly every dietary restriction.

What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?

Popular menu highlights include Jamaican patties, jerk chicken, curry chickpeas and tofu, oxtails, and fiery jerk-seasoned fries.

Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?

Guests highlight the inviting atmosphere and attentive service that makes every visit feel special, creating a memorable dining experience.

What are this restaurant's hours of operation?

The provided restaurant data does not include information regarding the specific hours of operation for Desert Island Eatery.

Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?

The restaurant accommodates mixed diets with vegan, keto, gluten-free, and paleo options like curry chickpeas, jerk salmon, and oxtails.

Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?

The restaurant has a website at https://desertislandeateryphx.com/ which provides information about their Caribbean-inspired American cuisine and menu offerings.

What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?

Guests celebrate the delectable offerings, satisfying portions, and attentive service, resulting in a positive 4.0/5 rating for this memorable dining experience.

Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?

The menu supports vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, keto, paleo, and dairy-free diets, with specific options like curry chickpeas and oxtails.

What's the best way to experience this restaurant?

Enjoy a memorable visit by savoring bold Caribbean flavors like jerk chicken and oxtails in an inviting, spice-scented atmosphere.

Desert Island Eatery – American

The air at Desert Island Eatery is thick with the intoxicating scent of scotch bonnet peppers and aromatic allspice, transporting diners to a sun-drenched Caribbean escape. Golden-crusted Jamaican patties and smoky jerk chicken share the stage with vibrant, spice-kissed bowls of curry chickpeas and tofu, each plate a colorful celebration of bold island soul. Whether you’re diving into a heap of fiery jerk-seasoned fries or savoring a slow-simmered veggie plate, every bite offers a warm, rhythmic journey through the heart of the tropics.

4213 West Bell Road, Phoenix AZ 85053 https://desertislandeateryphx.com/

Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)

Cuisine: American

Price range: $$

Dietary options: high-protein, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, keto, low-carb, pescatarian, heart-healthy, plant-based, sugar-free, low-fat, mediterranean, whole30, paleo, diabetic, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, weight-watchers, tlc, detox, carnivore, volumetrics, alkaline, low-fodmap, aip, mayo-clinic, macrobiotic, slow-carb, candida, lectin-free, pegan

Currently closed

Hours

Thursday - Saturday: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

What diners are saying

Guests celebrate the delectable offerings and satisfying portions, frequently noting that the inviting space creates a truly memorable dining experience. Reviewers highlight the accommodating and knowledgeable service, praising staff for their deep understanding of the menu and attentive care that makes every visit feel special.

Jerk Lentil Balls - $6: Vegan lentil balls with jerk seasoning Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
Jamaican Patties - $10: Choice of Beef, Spinach, Cabbage or Chicken (Minimum of 2) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
French Fries - $5.5: Vegan Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap
Jerk Seasoned Fries - $6: Vegan Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol

Curry Chickpeas & Potatoes - $15: Served with cabbage and choice of rice: rice & peas or yellow rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
Curry Chickpeas & Tofu - $15: Served with cabbage and choice of rice: rice & peas or yellow rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
Jerk BBQ Tofu - $15: Served with cabbage and choice of rice: rice & peas or yellow rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
Veggie Plate - $20: Mac, potato salad, plantains, cabbage, and choice of rice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
Curry Chicken - $16: Chicken in coconut cream curry sauce. Served with choice of side Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Jerk Chicken - $16: Spicy jerk chicken served with choice of side Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Atkins
Caribbean BBQ Chicken - $16: Served with cabbage and choice of rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Tri-Plate - $25: Curry chicken, jerk chicken, and Caribbean BBQ chicken. Served with cabbage and rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Oxtails - $26: Served with cabbage and choice of rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Curry Goat & Potatoes - $26: Served with cabbage and choice of rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Jerk Shrimp - $20: Served with cabbage and choice of rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Jerk Salmon - $20: Served with cabbage and choice of rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Jerk Seafood Combo - $26: Salmon & Shrimp. Served with cabbage and choice of rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Fried Chicken Combo - $16: Jamaican-style fried chicken, traditionally seasoned Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Fried Chicken with French Fries - $16: Jamaican-style fried chicken served with fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free

Apple Chutney - $5: When available
Cabbage - $4: Steamed cabbage Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
Curry Chickpeas & Potatoes Side - $4: Vegan, Gluten-Free Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
Rice & Peas - $4: Rice cooked with peas and coconut milk Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
Yellow Rice - $4: Vegan, Gluten-Free Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
Potato Salad - $6: Vegan, Gluten-Free Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
Vegan Mac & Cheese - $6: With carrot & potato base Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
Johnny Cakes - $4: Sweet fried bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Condiments - $2: Caribbean jerk BBQ, jerk gravy, or pepper sauce
Side of Oxtails - $18: Portion of oxtails Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free

Island Delight - $8: Sweet fried bread topped with apple chutney and vegan condensed milk Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol

Ginger Pineapple - $4: Vegan, Gluten-Free
Limeade - $4: Vegan, Gluten-Free
Island Mix - $4: Mixture of ginger pineapple and limeade
Mango Limeade - $4: Vegan, Gluten-Free
Guava Limeade - $4: Vegan, Gluten-Free
Fruit Punch - $4: Vegan, Gluten-Free
Sea Moss - $8: Vegan, Gluten-Free
Vita Malt - $5: Malt beverage
Fresh Squeeze - $5.5: Flavor of the day with no sugar added
Pineapple Soda - $4: Jamaican Soda
Ginger Beer - $4: Jamaican Soda
Kola Champagne - $4: Jamaican Soda
Ting - $4: Grapefruit soda

Caribbean BBQ Chicken Tray - $35: Serves 6. Gluten free Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Jerk Chicken Tray - $35: Serves 6. Spicy, Gluten free Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Atkins
Curry Chicken Tray - $35: Serves 6. Chicken in coconut cream curry sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Atkins
Jerk Salmon Tray - $70: Serves 6. Spicy, Gluten free Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating
Jerk BBQ Tofu Tray - $30: Serves 6. Fried tofu with spicy BBQ sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
Curry Chickpeas & Potatoes Tray - $30: Serves 6. Chickpeas and potatoes in coconut cream curry sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
Johnny Cakes Tray - $16: Serves 12. Sweet fried bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Yellow Rice Tray - $20: Serves 6. Vegan, Gluten-Free Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
Steamed Cabbage Tray - $16: Serves 6. With assorted vegetables Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
Rice & Peas Tray - $20: Serves 6. With coconut milk Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
Potato Salad Tray - $25: Serves 6. Vegan, Gluten-Free Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
Vegan Mac & Cheese Tray - $25: Serves 6. With carrot & potato base Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
Island Delight Tray - $50: Serves 12. Johnny cakes topped with spiced apples and vegan condensed milk Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol

Family Feast - $175: Peas or yellow rice, plantains or potato salad, cabbage, Johnny cakes, 4 Jamaican patties Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
Yard Style - $100: Rice & peas or yellow rice, plantains or potato salad, cabbage, Johnny cakes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
Ital Roots - $75: Rice & peas or yellow rice, plantains or potato salad, cabbage, Johnny cakes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber
Sunday Dinner - $75: Rice & peas or yellow rice, plantains or potato salad, cabbage, Johnny cakes Dietary tags: Nut-Free, High-Fiber

Jamaican Patties (Frozen) - $18: Minimum of 4. Beef, Spinach, Cabbage or Chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free

Frequently Asked Questions about Desert Island Eatery

What makes this restaurant unique or special?: This restaurant is unique for its bold Caribbean flavors, knowledgeable service, and an exceptionally diverse menu accommodating over thirty-five dietary lifestyles.
How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?: Rated 4.0/5, this moderate ($$) restaurant excels with satisfying portions, knowledgeable service, and a menu accommodating nearly every dietary restriction.
What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?: Popular menu highlights include Jamaican patties, jerk chicken, curry chickpeas and tofu, oxtails, and fiery jerk-seasoned fries.
Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?: Guests highlight the inviting atmosphere and attentive service that makes every visit feel special, creating a memorable dining experience.
What are this restaurant's hours of operation?: The provided restaurant data does not include information regarding the specific hours of operation for Desert Island Eatery.
Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?: The restaurant accommodates mixed diets with vegan, keto, gluten-free, and paleo options like curry chickpeas, jerk salmon, and oxtails.
Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?: The restaurant has a website at https://desertislandeateryphx.com/ which provides information about their Caribbean-inspired American cuisine and menu offerings.
What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?: Guests celebrate the delectable offerings, satisfying portions, and attentive service, resulting in a positive 4.0/5 rating for this memorable dining experience.
Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?: The menu supports vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, keto, paleo, and dairy-free diets, with specific options like curry chickpeas and oxtails.
What's the best way to experience this restaurant?: Enjoy a memorable visit by savoring bold Caribbean flavors like jerk chicken and oxtails in an inviting, spice-scented atmosphere.