Caribbean Restaurants in Elizabeth, New Jersey

Did you know you can find excellent Caribbean restaurants in Elizabeth? Caribbean food is as diverse as the people who inhabit the various island nations of these waters. Get ready for restaurants specializing in bringing the fresh flavors from these vibrant islands to your plate.

First Republic Lounge and Restaurant

showcases Haitiian strength and resilience through its fabulous food. You might try items such as beef tasso (fried beef) or chicken piké (smothered Haitian-style chicken) and a cool Prestige beer. If you’re feeling a bit more adventurous, try a Kreyol or Republic Punch. For a starter, order a refreshing and traditional pikliz: a kind of tangy Haitian coleslaw. Don’t skip the macaroni au gratin with it’s baked, crunchy potato wedges and creamy cheese center. You’ll enjoy it with anything from griot (pork) to chicken dishes, alongside tasty plantains holding a sweetness that complements the savory proteins. Then again, you can always skip the meat and enjoy an incredible dish of Akra, another traditional Haitian food staple consisting of either Taro Root or Mangala and spices.

MamaSushi

The Caribbean-Latin fusion restaurant which made its mark in the Manhattan neighborhood of Harlem, now has a location in Elizabeth, NJ. Combining the cuisine of Asia, especially that of Japan, with the Latin flavors of the Caribbean, MamaSushi takes ingredients like plantain, yuca, avocado, and pico de gallo (and so much more), and combines them with fully cooked proteins for truly transcendent sushi and rolls. Choose from a variety of tempura dishes, bento boxes, or go straight entree with Kobe beef burgers or Wagyu steaks. Buy a pitcher or two of Caribbean punch cocktails for the table, and you’ll have a new favorite cuisine!

Take a deep breath. Let the sights, sounds, smells, and tastes of the Caribbean swim through your senses and lead you where you want to eat. Allow Elizabeth, New Jersey’s panoply of dining options to open the door to any culinary trip you want to take, especially if it involves a slower pace, a coconut-infused drink, and the soft sounds of a steel drum.

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