Jasmine's Caribbean Cuisine

"This is where first time restaurateur Jasmine Gerald, and longtime chef Basil Jones, show off the multitudinous flavors of Jamaica. Lightly smoked jerk wings are a good place to start. Then move on to tender brown-stew chicken dripping rich sauce. Don’t overlook the creamy rasta pasta flecked with peppers, jerk seasonings, and Parmesan." - Robert Sietsema, Melissa McCart

"This restaurant brings serious Jamaican fare to the Theater District, including a legit rasta-style pasta, tender brown stew chicken, and very good rendition of ackee and saltfish. One would be mistaken, however, to overlook the simple jerk wings. Jones lightly smokes then grills the marinated bird, which packs subtle aromas of hardwood and allspice. Expect a kick on the finish and a hint of sweetness from molasses." - Eater Staff

"If you're looking for a pre-theater spot that isn't boring, come here. Jasmine's is a colorful place where you can sit under some hanging plants and drink a rum punch or a piña colada. The food is broadly Caribbean, and you can stop by for some empanadas and a plate of well-seasoned jerk chicken before or after The Book of Mormon. Jasmine's is open until at least 10:30pm every day except Monday." - neha talreja, bryan kim, hannah albertine, sonal shah, will hartman, molly fitzpatrick

"Restaurant Row in the Theater District is where first-time restaurateur Jasmine Gerald and famed chef Basil Jones show off the multitudinous flavors of Jamaica and the larger Caribbean. Smoked jerk wings, spicy and pungent, are a good place to start. Then try out some tender brown stew chicken dripping in rich sauce. Also don’t miss the jazzy pasta, a creamy rasta pasta-style classic laced with peppers, jerk-style seasonings, and parmesan. Accepts reservations." - Eater Staff

"Whenever you’re in Midtown and get an overwhelming desire to drink rum and eat Jamaican escovitch fish, check out Jasmine’s on West 46th Street. But, this Thursday in particular, stop by Jasmine’s for all of that plus stand-up comedy. There’s no admission charge, but you’ll have to meet the two-drink minimum. Get on the waitlist for a reservation here." - hannah albertine