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Overall Total Score
4.1 out of 5
Impressive | 1467 reviews

What Sluggerrouge doesn't like about A Taste Of The Islands:
I ordered takeout from this restaurant. The Jerk Chicken and pork were perfectly spicy and cooked just right. The portion sizes were decent overall, but the greens were lacking. The side of fresh vegetables and coleslaw that came with our dinner entrees were extremely small, only giving us two bites worth. The salad entree felt more like a side dish in terms of size. View all feedback. What Sharon C likes about A Taste Of The Islands:
I had the chicken curry roti; it was delicious and reminded me of the great rotis I had in Kensington Market decades ago. Great flavour, soft flour rotis with the ground chickpeas between, a generous portion of tender chicken. I will definitely order from hem again and will try out other items on their menu. View all feedback.

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Heyrestaurants
2.7 ★ from 486 reviews
Hannah
23.09.2024 - 06:18

The best jerk chicken I have in Newmarket, I have tried other restaurants but only A Taste of the Islands met my expectations. And Richard is very...

Casey
23.09.2024 - 06:18

A taste of the lslands is probably one of the best island restaurant that I have been to ever and I've been to quite a few different ones the menu is...

Scott
23.09.2024 - 06:18

The food and the service are great. If you like Jerk you'll love this place.

Adrian
23.09.2024 - 06:18

Great decor, fantastic location, and most importantly, delicious food

Louie
23.09.2024 - 06:18

The food at this place is fantastic family-owned and always tastes the same every time I visit. I like that being that there's no surprises. Guys keep...

A Taste of the Islands offers a mix of fantastic and disappointing experiences according to various customers. The food, including the jerk pork, curry chicken, and curry goat roti, is delicious but portions can be small for the price. The service and ambiance can leave something to be desired, with slow service and a run-down appearance in need of repair. The atmosphere and friendly staff are highlights, with flavors that transport diners to the islands. In conclusion, the restaurant receives mixed reviews with a focus on flavorful dishes but improvements needed in service and overall experience.

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4.0 ★ from 13 reviews
Willy
22.01.2018 - 14:48

Super yummy! Love their jerk pork, it basically melts in your mouthAnd the roti is jam packed with deliciousness.

Walton
22.01.2018 - 14:48

My top Jerk spot in Newmarket! Chicken is so juicy and flavourful! Spice is on point! I recommend calling ahead of you're getting take out..

Ila
20.01.2018 - 18:47

Took 70 minutes to get to roti dinners was not a happy camper , only one table of 4 in front of us ,

Mia
20.01.2018 - 18:47

Just ate lunch here, and we are Stuffed! We enjoyed the Jerk chicken Cesar salad and the Curry chicken dishes. The rice and homemade coleslaw are fantastic. The...

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Ines
20.01.2018 - 18:47

If I'm on my own for dinner, caribbean is my go to. Been here a couple times now and so far it hasn't disappointed. The oxtail is awesome, jerk chicken also goo...

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Tripadvisor
3.9 ★ from 60 reviews
Garnett
22.07.2023 - 12:24

Very generous and authentic curried goat with rice and peas and coleslaw was delightful. Brought home a mild and a spicy patty for breakfast should have bought...

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Garnett
22.07.2023 - 12:24

Today, I visited this restaurant for the first time. I used to travel to Parkdale occasionally to dine at a West Indian restaurant when my son lived there. The...

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Sharon
22.07.2023 - 12:24

I had the chicken curry roti; it was delicious and reminded me of the great rotis I had in Kensington Market decades ago. Great flavour, soft flour rotis with t...

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Garnett
22.07.2023 - 12:24

Proper jerk pork and curry goat. I would eat here a million times over. Absolutely delish...and that’s coming from a Caribbean person!

Sluggerrouge
22.07.2023 - 12:24

I ordered takeout from this restaurant. The Jerk Chicken and pork were perfectly spicy and cooked just right. The portion sizes were decent overall, but the gre...

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