They are my favorite jerk chicken spot in the world.Tender, juicy, flavorful, not too spicy without sauce. Can pour on sauce for more heat. Big portions, 2 sides and rice & peas (beans). delicious.
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Tyair H
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Didn't like
• 10/16/26
• DoorDash order
The food "looked" good but was very nasty and unseasoned. I mean everything was nasty, red beans and rice had no season, the Mac and cheese taste like plain noodles and the chicken didn't have any season either. Not buying from here ever again! This is actually the nastiest jerk restaurant I have eaten from and I have tried many. Tastes like a 120 year old person cooked it lol. It was fresh just didn't have any flavor at all barely taste any jerk flavor other than the sauce and even that was off. The portion size was cool for the price for sure. I ended up feeding the rest to stray dogs.
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NakiYAH Y
Emerging Expert • 37 contributions
Loved
• 7/21/26
• DoorDash order
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five Stars! Absolutely Outstanding!
If you're looking for the best jerk chicken on Chicago's South Side, look no further than Tropic Island Jerk Chicken on East 79th Street!
Every meal I've had has been absolutely phenomenal. The food is always fresh, hot, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. The jerk chicken is seasoned to perfection—smoky, tender, juicy, and packed with authentic Caribbean flavor. The sides are equally delicious, from the creamy macaroni and cheese to the sweet plantains, savory cabbage, and buttery cornbread. Every bite tastes homemade and prepared with care.
The presentation is outstanding, the portions are generous, and the quality is consistently exceptional. Based on my experience, this is hands down my favorite jerk restaurant, surpassing any jerk restaurant I've visited in Hyde Park. The flavors are bold, authentic, and unforgettable.
If you love outstanding Caribbean cuisine, I wholeheartedly recommend Tropic Island Jerk Chicken. You will tooooooo!
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NakiYAH Y
Emerging Expert • 37 contributions
Loved
• 6/9/24
• DoorDash order
Tropical Island Jerk ChickenIf you're in South Side Chicago, you have to check out Tropical Island Jerk Chicken. Their tender, moist, and fresh jerk chicken is unbeatable, complemented perfectly by their rich and creamy macaroni and cheese, delectable sweet potatoes, and perfectly steamed cabbage. Don't miss out on their mouth-watering beef patties and the best jerk sauce ever. The generous portion sizes make it an even better deal. Highly recommended for an authentic and delicious meal.🥰😋🥰
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E L
1 contributions
Loved
• 9/9/23
• DoorDash order
My 1st time eating oxtails, and I was not disappointed. The portions were huge and the curry chicken dinner was amazing. great food reasonably priced...10 out 10 must try again. Also the red beans and rice and cabbage were cooked just right, not over or under cooked. Perfect.
