K & J Caribbean American Diner – Caribbean
K & J Caribbean American Diner serves as a vibrant crossroads where the soulful heat of the islands meets the comforting heart of a classic neighborhood eatery. The air hums with the smoky aroma of jerk-spiced chicken and tender BBQ beef ribs, while morning light catches the steam rising from bowls of creamy porridge and savory plates of ackee and saltfish. Every plate offers a rich, home-cooked embrace, inviting guests to savor a spirited celebration of Caribbean heritage in a warm and welcoming space.
5603, Greene Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19144 +12158490235 https://kjcaribbeanamericandiner.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, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at K & J Caribbean American Diner
Dairy-Free at K & J Caribbean American Diner
K & J Caribbean American Diner in Philadelphia has 29 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including String Beans, Okra and King Fish (Small). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at K & J Caribbean American Diner
K & J Caribbean American Diner in Philadelphia has 27 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Okra, King Fish (Small) and Mixed Vegetable. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at K & J Caribbean American Diner
K & J Caribbean American Diner in Philadelphia has 27 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including String Beans, Okra and King Fish (Small). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at K & J Caribbean American Diner
K & J Caribbean American Diner in Philadelphia has 5 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Whiting Fish (Small), Stew Beef (Small) and Catering Stew Beef. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at K & J Caribbean American Diner
K & J Caribbean American Diner in Philadelphia has 9 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shrimp & Vegetables / Curry Shrimp, Whiting Fish (Small) and Stew Beef (Small). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at K & J Caribbean American Diner
K & J Caribbean American Diner in Philadelphia has 14 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shrimp & Vegetables / Curry Shrimp, Catering Curry Goat and Whiting Fish (Small). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at K & J Caribbean American Diner
K & J Caribbean American Diner in Philadelphia has 7 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shrimp & Vegetables / Curry Shrimp, Whiting Fish (Small) and Stew Beef (Small). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at K & J Caribbean American Diner
K & J Caribbean American Diner in Philadelphia has 8 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including String Beans, Okra and Mixed Vegetable. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at K & J Caribbean American Diner
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Catering Jerk Chicken | 7.2 g | 62.6 g |
| Barbecue Chicken (Small) | 59.7 g | 59.3 g |
| Catering Brown Stew Chicken | 40.9 g | 54.3 g |
| Catering Curry Chicken | 10.3 g | 43.6 g |
| Catering Barbecue Chicken | 7.1 g | 41.6 g |
| Catering Stew Beef | 3.1 g | 40.6 g |
| Stew Beef (Small) | 2.8 g | 40.1 g |
| Catering Honey Roasted Chicken | 62 g | 37.9 g |
| Catering Baked Chicken | 0.3 g | 37.7 g |
| Catering Curry Or Vegetable Shrimp | 14.6 g | 32.4 g |
| Whiting Fish (Small) | 0 g | 28.4 g |
| Jerk Chicken Salad | 27.9 g | 27.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 10:00 AM - 8:30 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 10:00 AM - 9:30 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Menu
Breakfast Specialties
- Ackee & Saltfish (Medium) - $16 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Alkaline Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Ackee & Saltfish (Large) - $19 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Callaloo & Saltfish (Small) - $13 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Porridge (Small) - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Porridge (Large) - $10 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
Main Courses
- All Breast White Meat - $16 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Barbecue Chicken (Small) - $13 Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Beef Ribs (Medium) - $23 Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Jerk Chicken Platter (Small) - $13 Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Jerk Wings Platter (Small) - $14 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brown Stew Chicken (Small) - $13 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curry Chicken (Small) - $13 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curry Goat (Small) - $18 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Chicken (Small) - $13 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Honey Roasted Chicken (Small) - $13 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jerk Breast Platter (Small) - $15 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jerk Chicken (Small) - $13 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Oxtails (Medium) - $23 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pepper Steak (Small) - $18 Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stew Beef (Small) - $18 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Platter (Small) - $13 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lunch Special (Small) - $12 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: lunch
Seafood
- King Fish (Small) - $18 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Okra Slime - Red Snapper - $18: Cooked by order Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roast Fish - $18: 1 hour wait, cooked by order Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, 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, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon - $24: Ready Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Selection - $17: Escovitch Fish, Steam Fish, Stew Fish, or Fried Fish Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp & Vegetables / Curry Shrimp - $20: Cooked by order Dietary tags: 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 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whiting Fish (Small) - $18 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, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers & Snacks
- Patties - $2.5: Beef, Chicken, or Vegetable Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jerk Wings (4 pieces) - $9 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Dumpling (2) or Festival (2) - $1.5 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jerk Chicken Salad - $14 Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Cabbage - $6 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
- Candy Yams - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Collard Greens & Smoked Turkey - $6 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mac & Cheese - $7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Vegetable - $6 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
- Okra - $6 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
- Plantain - $7 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
- Potato Salad - $7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice & Bean - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- String Beans - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Rice - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup (Small) - $6 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Catering Menu
- Catering Baked Chicken - $50 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Catering Barbecue Chicken - $50 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Catering Brown Stew Chicken - $50 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Catering Callaloo - $75 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Catering Curry Chicken - $50 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Catering Curry Goat - $150 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Catering Curry Or Vegetable Shrimp - $250 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Catering Honey Roasted Chicken - $50 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Low-Sodium, Renal, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Catering Jerk Chicken - $55 Dietary tags: South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Catering Oxtail - $150 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Catering Pepper Steak - $150 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Catering Stew Beef - $150 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Catering Whiting - $65 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about K & J Caribbean American Diner
- Is K & J Caribbean American Diner dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. K & J Caribbean American Diner has 29 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including String Beans, Okra and King Fish (Small).
- What can I eat at K & J Caribbean American Diner on a dairy-free diet?
- String Beans, Okra and King Fish (Small) carry the dairy-free tag, out of 29 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does K & J Caribbean American Diner have vegan options?
- Yes. 8 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including String Beans and Okra.
- Is K & J Caribbean American Diner gluten-free?
- 27 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at K & J Caribbean American Diner?
- Catering Jerk Chicken, at roughly 62.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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