Taste of Jamaica – Caribbean
The air at Taste of Jamaica hangs heavy with the intoxicating perfume of pimento smoke and slow-simmering spices, drawing diners into a vibrant space where the soulful heat of the Caribbean takes center stage. Succulent jerk chicken charred to smoky perfection shares the table with velvety oxtail and tender curry goat, each slow-cooked until the meat yields effortlessly into rich, aromatic gravies that taste of tradition and sunshine. It is a culinary sanctuary where bold scotch bonnet peppers and earthy thyme come together, offering a deeply comforting experience that captures the true, spirited essence of island home-cooking.
5104 Mayfield Road, Lyndhurst OH 44124 http://tasteofjamaica5104.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: 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, raw-food, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Taste of Jamaica
Dairy-Free at Taste of Jamaica
Taste of Jamaica in Lyndhurst has 19 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Rice & Beans, Conch Soup (Friday) and Vegetable Patty. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Taste of Jamaica
Taste of Jamaica in Lyndhurst has 18 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Conch Soup (Friday), Vegetable Patty and Jerk Barb-Q Chicken (Tuesday). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Taste of Jamaica
Taste of Jamaica in Lyndhurst has 21 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Curry Steamed Red Snapper, Rice & Beans and Conch Soup (Friday). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Taste of Jamaica
Taste of Jamaica in Lyndhurst has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chicken Soup (Wednesday). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Taste of Jamaica
Taste of Jamaica in Lyndhurst has 5 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Conch Soup (Friday), Callaloo & Codfish (Saturday) and Chicken Soup (Wednesday). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Taste of Jamaica
Taste of Jamaica in Lyndhurst has 7 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Conch Soup (Friday), Callaloo & Codfish (Saturday) and Vegetable Patty. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Taste of Jamaica
Taste of Jamaica in Lyndhurst has 4 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Conch Soup (Friday), Chicken Soup (Wednesday) and Raw Cabbage. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Taste of Jamaica
Taste of Jamaica in Lyndhurst has 7 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Rice & Beans, Raw Cabbage and Steamed White Rice. 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 Taste of Jamaica
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Roast Chicken (Wednesday) | 0 g | 63.4 g |
| Chicken Soup (Wednesday) | 0 g | 21 g |
| Callaloo & Codfish (Saturday) | 2 g | 18.5 g |
| Red Pea Soup (Saturday) | 62.4 g | 17.6 g |
| Stew Peas (Thursday) | 11.2 g | 15.2 g |
| Conch Soup (Friday) | 0.1 g | 13.2 g |
| Beef Patty | 10.2 g | 10.7 g |
| Curry Cow Foot (Saturday) | 38.9 g | 8.8 g |
| Curry Red Snapper | 49.2 g | 8.4 g |
| Curry Shrimp | 80.9 g | 8 g |
| Steamed Red Snapper | 34.7 g | 7.4 g |
| Vegetable Patty | 16 g | 6.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Tuesday - Thursday
- 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the impressive food quality and exceptional freshness found at Taste, where every dish is prepared to an excellent standard. Guests frequently highlight the relaxed vibe and courteous service, celebrating the establishment as a welcoming neighborhood addition that promises a consistently high-quality and comfortable dining experience.
Menu
Chicken Selections
All menu selections come with two sides: a rice selection and a vegetable selection.
- Jerk Chicken (Small) - $15: Served with two sides: a rice selection and a vegetable selection Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jerk Chicken (Large) - $17: Served with two sides: a rice selection and a vegetable selection Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curry Chicken (Small) - $13: Served with two sides: a rice selection and a vegetable selection Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curry Chicken (Large) - $15: Served with two sides: a rice selection and a vegetable selection Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brown Stew Chicken (Small) - $13: Served with two sides: a rice selection and a vegetable selection Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brown Stew Chicken (Large) - $15: Served with two sides: a rice selection and a vegetable selection Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Meat Selections
All menu selections come with two sides: a rice selection and a vegetable selection.
- Oxtail Stew (Small) - $20: Served with two sides: a rice selection and a vegetable selection Available at: dinner, lunch
- Oxtail Stew (Large) - $23: Served with two sides: a rice selection and a vegetable selection Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curry Goat (Small) - $18: Served with two sides: a rice selection and a vegetable selection Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curry Goat (Large) - $20: Served with two sides: a rice selection and a vegetable selection Available at: dinner, lunch
Fish Selections
All fish selections come with two sides. Pricing is currently at Market Price.
- Steamed Red Snapper - $6: Whole fish or fillet; cooked to order Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curry Steamed Red Snapper - $6: Whole fish or fillet; cooked to order Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brown Stew Red Snapper - $6: Whole fish or fillet Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Escovitch Red Snapper - $6: Whole fish or fillet Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curry Red Snapper - $6: Whole fish or fillet Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jerk Red Snapper - $6: Whole fish or fillet Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Red Snapper - $6: Whole fish or fillet Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Shrimp Selections
All menu selections come with two sides.
- Curry Shrimp - $18: Served with two sides: a rice selection and a vegetable selection Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jerk Shrimp - $18: Served with two sides: a rice selection and a vegetable selection Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Patties
- Beef Patty - $4 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
- Curry Chicken Patty - $4 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jerk Chicken Patty - $4 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Patty - $4 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
Daily Specials
Available only on specified days.
- Jerk Barb-Q Chicken (Tuesday) - $6 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roast Chicken (Wednesday) - $6 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stew Peas (Thursday) - $6 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jerk Fried Chicken (Friday) - $6 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curry Cow Foot (Saturday) - $6 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ackee & Codfish (Saturday) - $6 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Callaloo & Codfish (Saturday) - $6 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups
Available only on specified days.
- Chicken Soup (Wednesday) - $6: Seasonal Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, 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, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Conch Soup (Friday) - $6: Seasonal 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, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Pea Soup (Saturday) - $6 Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Rice & Beans - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic 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
- Steamed Cabbage - $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
- Raw Cabbage - $5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Raw-Food, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Plantain - $5: When available Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Extra Gravy - $1 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Boiled Dumpling - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Banana - $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
- Fried Dumpling - $6: When available Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Taste of Jamaica
- Is Taste of Jamaica dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Taste of Jamaica has 19 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Rice & Beans, Conch Soup (Friday) and Vegetable Patty.
- What can I eat at Taste of Jamaica on a dairy-free diet?
- Rice & Beans, Conch Soup (Friday) and Vegetable Patty carry the dairy-free tag, out of 19 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Taste of Jamaica have vegan options?
- Yes. 7 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Rice & Beans and Raw Cabbage.
- Is Taste of Jamaica gluten-free?
- 18 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 Taste of Jamaica?
- Roast Chicken (Wednesday), at roughly 63.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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