Nyammings Fusion Bistro

Absolutely amazing….no other place in Houston has better oxtails. Literally #1 best Jamaican food Ive ever tasted in my life. Even better than my wife’s. Got a chance to meet the owners and they are absolutely astonishing and friendly, you would think they were family. When I came me and my wife ate at the restaurant side but will definitely be back to enjoy the vibe and live music on the Empire State jazz cafe side. 10 out of 10 hands down. Perfection as well as black on. Gets not better.

Food was amazing. The only reason they got 4 stars for service is because it took 45 minutes for us to get our food. But the food came out steaming hot and fresh with lots of flavor and the chicken fell right off the bone. I got the curry chicken, brown stew chicken, beef patties and coco bread. The beef Patty was mildly spicy and wish they had an option for no spice. But the flavor was delicious. FYI- The picture attached is after I started devouring it. It was much more appealing before that.

Wow, wow, wow! There is nothing I have ordered that wasn’t absolutely delicious. Now granted, it’s not a fancy spot, but it’s clean, reggae is rocking and the flavor is authentic. Best Jamaican restaurant I have ever been to Houston area - HANDS DOWN!!!

Hospitality was wonderful. The chef personally came out to greet us and provide us with extra servings on top of a free drink and apps. Will be returning. Food was flavorful.

Nora was very helpful and sweet. Customer service and food 10/10. Highly recommend. Food was very tasteful and fresh. Every bite had a different flavor and they complimented each other very well. We are traveling from out of town and will be back before we leave.

Staff are so nice and helpful! We loved our food. We had the seafood gumbo, jerk chicken plate, and Mardi Gras pasta.

Excellent oxtails, cabbage and plantains. Feel free to put more jerk in the chicken :) I’ll try the curries soon. It doesn’t seem open, but most of the patrons seem to take away. Everything I got was hot and fresh.

Listen good people of America. Now I love me some Jamaican food. When I teeeeelllllllll you this food and drinks are amazing. My first time here and the owner is super dope. They got a whole side for live jazz on Friday and Saturdays. Me and my spouse definitely coming back. Muah

Absolutely amazing....no other place in Houston has better oxtails. Literally #1 best Jamaican food Ive ever tasted in my life. Even better than my wife's. Got a chance to meet the owners and they are absolutely astonishing and friendly, you would think they were family. When I came me and my wife ate at the restaurant side but will definitely be back to enjoy the vibe and live music on the Empire State jazz cafe side. 10 out of 10 hands down. Perfection as well as black on. Gets not better.

The food was absolutely amazing. inside of the place it's very nice and clean. good lighting and overall vibe. The service was amazing. She was so nice. Also the wait wasn't too bad especially for a one woman show in the kitchen. Overall experience was amazing and definitely coming back !!

I haven't been to this restaurant since 2021 I believe and I ordered the same exact thing a few days ago which was the Browns stew chicken and my God I didn't think it was possible but they have made it taste 10 times better then before so if you're in the area, go check them out!!!!!!

I had a craving for oxtail and came across this restaurant, which is the closest to me. While the location is not the most ideal and the space is small, it's more suited for takeout than dining in. During my wait, I had the pleasure of speaking with the chef, who was incredibly kind and generous. Although the oxtail took about 45 minutes to prepare, it was definitely worth the wait. The chef made sure to accommodate our request for a milder spice level and provided a generous portion of food. Everything was absolutely delicious. Given the limited number of Jamaican restaurants in Houston, I'm grateful to have found one that offers such a fantastic dining experience.

Oxtails were seasoned well! But gravy was very thin and oily. And it was overpriced. The oxtail plate was FORTY DOLLARS smh. Def other Jamaican spots that give you better food for less

My goodness!!! I FINALLY found a Jamaica spot in Houston that is delicious! My family owns a Jamaican restaurant, so trust me I know good food. Food is fresh, hot, authentic with huge portions . Shout out to Nora the Chef. I'll be back!!! Telling all my friends about this hidden gem.

The food was good. What I remember most from this hidden gem would the drinks. There are various versions of lemonade mixture. My favorite would be the prickly pear. Yesterday, my sisterfriend stopped by for a bite. To our surprise we were the only ones in the restaurant. The lady in the front was very attentive and kind. We placed our order and found a seat. It's pretty dark inside but not bad, I think there should have been more lights on but hey we were able to see each other and our food. I ordered the Rasta pasta which was delicious. I can say, I can top it at home. I also ordered the candied yams. My sister friend ordered the curry goat and some macaroni and cheese which was also very tasty. Overall the food, the services and the establishment was good, tasteful, and welcoming.

The food is always sooooo good. So happy they opened a scratch kitchen closer in the loop. My favorite is the oxtail Rasta pasta. It is a bit pricey but is enough food for 3 servings

This is by far the BEST place I've ever eaten at! Their oxtails are full of flavor and their customer service is amazing. Great ambiance!

Went on a Friday night. Super sketch inside. First red flag it was empty on a Friday night. I was the only one there. Ordered the oxtails. Really came for the oxtail pasta but it was not on the kiosk where you order and it was nobody up front. I spent $50 on an oxtail plate and lemonade. Oxtails were not falling off the bone like some of the reviews said. It was very tough and spicy for no reason. Rice was so mushy. Cabbage was so hard I couldn't eat. I will stick to Cool Runnings. It's wayyyy cheaper and tastes so much better. Lemonade was actually really good. Won't be back. Most of it went in the trash. Such a waste of money.

Rasta Pasta always hits. The portions are big and filling and flavorful. The service was good even for how busy it was. Not necessarily a sit down restaurant but there's enough space to do so.

Oxtails..... 10/10 soooo good! Falling off the bone... rich... light spiciness, savory... lingering flavor!!!

The food is AMAZING! I was craving soul food/oxtails when I searched on yelp. I came across a few spots but something about this one stood out. When I arrived it was quiet yet welcoming. I was immediately hungry just reading off the menu! The chef truly knows what he's doing, and you can taste the passion within the food. I ordered the Chicken & Beef Gumbo, Oxtails (it came with rice and cabbage), an extra side of cabbage, Mac and cheese and candied yams with the Homemade Lemonade Caribbean Dream to drink. DELICIOUS! My friend ordered the Rasta Pasta with Oxtails and it was also delicious (I tried some lol). I cannot get enough of this place. Will be coming back to order some more Gumbo, try a new dish and come check out the Jazz lounge next door. The ambiance is very intimate yet welcoming to couples or even large groups. I would so cater this establishment for an event or party!

We came within the hour. Our first time here and I was thinking it's a fast food place but it took very long. You don't order through a person here, but through a kiosk. The machine doesn't spit out a receipt either. It was a bit confusing since what we ordered through the kiosk ended up not being available. Someone came out from the kitchen after a while and informed us that they didn't have any more of rice rudely. There are tables here to sit and eat at, but there is no real service here. Bathroom sink was a bit disappointing too without paper towels. The food warmer on the counter has some baked food or empanada looking items in it, but it looked really questionable. The best food item from what we got was the baked potatoes and $5-6 of Mac and cheese for my toddler. Beware most of the stuff is super spicy. Our group got a couple different kinds of chicken and it's all spicy. I've gotten Jerk chicken and other Jamaican food before but it wasn't nearly as spicy as this. Ordering from a kiosk with no receipt printed out can be a nightmare for a big party of people too. For dine in they still bag up all 5 of our meals into 2 bags.... and most of our entrees came out looks BROWN. Can't really tell what item is whose. I added plantains to my order but never got it in my order either. My friend got her brown chicken stuff with plantains but the other 2 box of chicken looks similar but with no plantains. One of the 3 brown box in the pic was the only one with plantains. Mine was missing it. The other 2 brown looking black boxes not pictured: Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken& Jamaican Jerk Chicken. If there was a person to help order and set spice level to mild I'd say an extra star can be earned. Also, if after we order and someone can tell us that the wait for some chicken and rice and our side dishes would take more than a 40 min wait...when we were the only table that's dining in it would also be nice. I had better experiences at another place also off Westheimer serving the same type of food: order though humans that were nicer than the lady that brought out our bags and just looked unhappy that she had to be there in the back of the kitchen. The prices seem overprice for both quality and service. I could have gotten ox tail at the other place and not have to wait as long. 3 entrees with side for us was comparable to Cheesecake factory/ Kura Sushi. But this place lacked service and paper towels in their bathroom. Makes me question how they wash and dry their hands/ turn off faucets before prepping food. Not the cleanest or friendliest place. Don't expect them to offer you even a water cup if you're dining in. My kids were thirsty and said they didn't want to go back to this place that they originally chose- supposedly she was trying to catch Pokémon here and we decided to give it a try. Not worth the 15% tip- didn't get any service whatsoever. And definitely not worth over 100$ for a few entrees. When the rude lady came out from the back,I specifically told her this was our first time for the whole group of 6 people. She seemed upset that we ordered food and that they ran out of items someone ordered & When I needed clarification cause we didn't understand what she was being rude about. We most definitely will not be coming back.

Extremely spicy . Can't even eat it at all and I love spice. Tried to send it back for an exchange or remake and was told no. Been coming here for months. This will definitely be my last time here on everything I love. Also yall keep raising prices but won't give customers the food they deserve.

Nora was the best and she knows how to cooo hands down also she communicates very well and really really kind. .Essence

I love supporting black business. But first red flag on arrival is there is no one greeting customers. It's very dark inside the restaurant & you smell zero food cooking. They have a machine where you order yourself (not an issue) it's the 2025 but have some customer service if you're gonna ask for tips. 2. The jerk chicken was so dry & basically not edible. The rice & beans and cabbage was alright but they need to improve drastically. The chicken taste like it was made this morning & set in the warmer all day and dried out! Smh for $18 a plate they need to do better. Overall I'll give this place 2/5 stars, it's drastically declined since 2022 & I hope Nyammings doesn't take this harshly just a returning customer looking for improvements from a black business.

Food was delicious. The owner Vic was very courteous and welcoming as soon as we walked in. The ambiance was great, we felt like we were like family.

I have been wanting to try Nyammings for a while now, so last night I managed to convince my wife to go there. I was so disappointed. There's no service. You enter your order on a kiosk with a long menu that you scroll through. Whether you choose "dine in" (don't) or "takeout", you are delivered a plastic bag with your food. And the worst is yet to come - We ordered an etouffee and a jerk chicken. The etouffee was inedible, and the jerk chicken was edible if you really needed to eat something, but of no particular pleasure. I won't be back.

The oxtail meal was phenomenal, each bite has an explosion of flavors and seasonings. Oxtails melted in mouth very savory 10/10 I will be returning.

Rasta Pasta was a bit oily for my liking but the flavor was Amazing!!! I typically go for my usual oxtail oxtail plate but I'll definitely be ordering this more often!

Very good!!!!!! Food comes out HOT . I was extremely satisfied!! I had fried fish, dirty rice, cabbage and Mac n Cheese.

We always start a review with 5 star then evaluate accordingly to some main items we expect. We ordered Oxtail, Jerk Salmon, Jerk chicken & beef patties Minus 1 star: Rice & Peas missing coconut milk, I'm use to coconut milk when making Rice & Peas. Also was not expecting it to be spicy. Minus 1 star: Oxtail was more sweet than savory, expecting savory & spicy. Major minus 1 start: Pattie is a store bought frozen. This made us very sad. The Salmon & Jerk Chicken were great. Both we was perfectly cooked & seasoned.

My order of their Jerk Chicken Combo earlier was very delicious, moist and comforting and the Passion Fruit Lemonade was very refreshing, fruity and tangy with good sweetness all in one. The jerk leg quarter was very tasty with a good skin layer and juicy meat sect underneath it. The flavor profile was very savory and kind of spicy. It was very well-seasoned and also very juicy in most bites. The rice with red beans as they call it rice n peas made a terrific carb pairing for this protein entree. This rice itself was very tasty, buttery, fresh, loose and like a Caribbean version of pilaf rice all at the same time. The texture was moist without being soupy. The cabbage was juicy, tasty and spiced nicely. The two slices of plantain were tasty, soft and kind of sweet. The passion fruit lemonade was a tropical shower for my palettes while eating this hot meal. Great, friendly service on this visit. I need to try their Ox Tails Meal and a mango or cantaloupe lemonade for the drink next time, js.

I've had this spot bookmarked for a very long time & I finally got a chance to try it tonight. This place is located on a small strip in an area that feels shady, so I don't recommend you going here by yourself. When I got to the restaurant, the outside looks very unwelcoming & I couldn't tell if they were opened or closed. Here's what I ordered. * Jamaican beef patties- they were decent but I didn't jump out of my seat. The crust was flaky & had a good amount of filling on the inside. 3.2/5 * Rasta Pasta with shrimp- it came out hot & fresh. The aroma was very strong. Although it was good, I thought the sauce was a bit on the salty side. Let's just say you'll need some water for this meal. 3.8/5 * Jamaican Jerk chicken- I thought the chicken was grilled nicely; it fell off the bone. The jerk sauce was intense, it packed some heat & salt. The rice was cooked to perfection, it was soft & fluffy. Even though the sauce was salty, the rice did balanced it out. The plantains were good & the cabbage added some lightness to this dish. 3.5/5 * Nyammings Homemade Lemonade- I'll have to pass on this next time because it was too sweet/sour for my liking. 2/5 Overall it was a pretty good experience, the food/service was decent. I can't wait to come back and try out their other items.

Food was so good I went back 2 days in a row! Chef in the kitchen is nice and sweet also.

Amazing food and service, the lady in the front is an absolute sweetheart, the curry chicken is my favorite!

My boyfriend brought me here to try their food. He was there earlier in the week while working, and he loved the food. We stopped by yesterday and I was not disappointed. I ordered the Rasta pasta with shrimp and he ordered the lamb chops and oxtails. When you walk I , it's not a large sitting area. There is a cooler to the left with the drinks. The oxtails were seasoned well and very tender. The lamb chops had a spicy taste and also seasoned well. The cabbage was so good and tender, which I love. My Rasta pasta had a spicy, well seasoned sauce to them. The shrimp were a very nice size. There is a 4% service charge and prices are subject to change. We will be back because I enjoyed my food, and the portions were very large. This will be our go to place for oxtails.

This place was AMAZING! I got the oxtails and they were so tender and flavorful. The plate came with delicious stewed cabbage, rice and peas that i could eat for days. I also really appreciated the plantain as sort of a palate cleanser and it paired so well with everything else on the plate. I ordered a beef patty on the side. To be honest this was the thing I was craving the most and boyyyy did it HIT!! it was the perfect texture. The flakiest beef patty i've ever had. This spot is definitely a must try if you're in the area and even if you're not, it's worth a drive. Shout out to the chef and owner, a very professional and skilled man. I appreciated everything about the service and food.

Food is good Service trash!trash!trash!even from the owner So rude as usual with Carriebean places There is no Ambiance .resturant is setup to not make you dine in

Food is delicious, creamy, spicy sauce on the Rasta Pasta. Amazing service- friendly staff!

Yeaa Monnn' !!!!! No Problem!!! (as they say) I've seen the many mixed reviews on this place and decided to try for myself praying my Caribbean craving would be met and it didn't disappoint today. Food: Oxtails plate 5/5 Finger...licking...good. I told the chef to come out because there was a problem. When he came out I told him this is a crime that the food was hitting the way it was. He laughed and gave me a fist bump Lol. The oxtails were flavorful and the gravy topped it off. The cabbage was good and the plantains were verryyy good & fresh. It really balanced the meal with its sweetness. I only wish I got more than 2 plantains in my meal. I loved the crispy edges of the plantains as well. I went to Jamaica recently and didn't think I'd find the same good food back in the U.S. but this place proved me wrong. I really hope it remains consistent with the food because I plan to return. In Other News: I removed the oxtails from the plate to see how much I had for the price of this meal (see photos). I believe this was a good amount of oxtails as I've seen reviews about having 2 or 3 which isn't fair. That wasn't my experience and I hope the consistency remains when I return. Customer service was friendly and gave good vibes. The front of the restraint was clean. The bathroom area I didn't like seeing dead crickets (about 3-4) and maybe 2 were alive. I would've turned around if I didn't have to go so badly. I hope they check that often and get those up. Well Yelpers...it's y'all turn to give this spot a try. Yeaa' Mon, No Problem !!!! Enjoy!

Freshly made .. the food did not disappoint. Restaurant had a nice chill laid back vide. The lady the waited on use was so nice. I'll definitely be back!!

Rude service, bad food and it is very overpriced in comparison to the other restaurants that sells the same type of food. The last time I ordered from this restaurant the food was so bad that I could not even eat it , i had to throw it away.

Food was incredible and service was excellent. Arrive early as some items sell out quick.

This is my second time ordering from nyammings. The 1st time was 3 months ago when I moved to Houston and I ordered the goat because that is the only meat aside from seafood and I was disappointed. It was extremely salty. I decided to give them a chance again today 04/22/22 and it was worst. As a born and bred jamaican I know what cuisines that are native to the island is suppose to look and taste like. I ordered goat, AGAIN. Took it home ready to eat. The rice and peas was smoky, it had the goat gravy on it so it was salty also. I was now ready to try the goat and realized it doesnt have the characteristics of goat meat. The bones are different, color and texture was also not curry goat like. I called them and explained and was told I cant get a refund. I stay right down the street so I brought it back. And told the chef that he knows and that I know that is not goat meat. Be careful what you guys are eating. Just a side note (lamb is often used as a substitute for goat american cuisines as they say the taste is similar - AS A AVID GOAT EATER, IT IS NOT!) There is a plaque by the entrance with the owner's bio and entrepreneurial ventures. It states he's from brooklyn, ny with no actual ties to any caribbean background. I'm disappointed. What if I was allergy to other meats aside from goat and I had an allergic reaction? Food is not something you take lightly. Know what you are consuming and hold others accountable. Another side note: I grew up in the country side of jamaica and we farmed goat, and I promise you the 1st 5 pics are not goat meat. The last pic of the meat is the round bowl is real curry goat. Start checking your food before you walk out of restaurants.

The food was ANAZING! Especially the jerk lamb chops. They were tender and seasoned to perfection very well. Definitely the best lamb chops in houston for jerk lamb. My kids said the seafood gumbo was the best they had as well. Great customer service. Owner was very helpful. Will be back again

I actually love their food However, I bought food from them yesterday and it had short pieces of hair in it. I've never complained about their food but considering I paid $23 for and drove 45 minutes twice and couldnt even get a refund after Anessa told me she would . Fuck Vic and Nyammings I hope your business get exactly what it deserves. Remember this customer service is everything and you never know who a person knows be blessed though.

I was really excited to try the food at this restaurant because it's in my neighborhood and I love Caribbean food. I must be honest and say I was not pleased with the taste of the food I order the creole shrimp. It was basically white rice with tomato paste and shrimp. It was very salty and it taste like pure a tomato paste. I'm sorry I don't think I'll be back I didn't like the food

This is my go to spot for oxtails. Probably the best in the area to be honest. I tried the Rasta pasta and that was pretty good too. The lemonade is good but a bit too sugary for me. Also, I didn't really taste the flavor that I selected. My least favorite meal was the goat meat. I think lamb was used for my plate. It kind of discouraged me from ordering it again.

I rarely write a review the same day I have an experience but I don't want to forget these good deets. I love Caribbean food and, coming from the NE corridor, transitioning to Houston's scene has been challenging. However, this was the best, overall, Caribbean plate I've had in Houston. It sits in a commercial lot with other businesses and I was a bit confused about where to enter since all the windows are covered and you have to walk through a gate. Once inside I was a little surprised at the size of the place...definitely smaller than I imagined. Anyhoo, the customer service was awesome. The gentleman who took me order was friendly and helpful. They have lots of options but I ended up ordering the jerk wing dinner that comes with rice & peas plantains and cabbage. I also got coco bread and one of their in-house made lemonades (Prickly Pear). I didn't realize, until I got home, that the wings were jerk BBQ and not just jerk. Wouldn't have been my choice but that's my fault for not asking. I liked them far more than I thought I would. They were juicy, flavorful (although a bit salty) and the spice level was perfect. The cabbage was also delicious but I was disappointed at the small amount. It was really just a couple small spoons of it on top of the rice & peas. The rice & peas were yummy. I also realized I forgot to ask for gravy on them like I normally do but they didn't need any as they were moist and flavorful too. I'm not a huge fan of plantains so I'm not the person to reviews those. Also, the lemonade was too sweet for me but I can see how people would love it. Last but not least, I was super excited to finally have real coco bread in Houston. It was good! Houston, we finally have a Caribbean food winner!

I love Nyammings the Brown stew Chicken is my favorite. Vic is the best hands down.... and don't forget your lemonade!!

UBEREATS REVIEW BASED ON FOOD ONLY: This is my 3rd time ordering from this location and the food and the portions are always very satisfying. The chicken is very flavorful and the cabbage is perfectly cooked. (Not soggy) The rice and peas is fluffy, seasoned, and has a good rice to pea ratio. I don't didn't like the coco bread I prefer mine doughier. Overall, definitely a go-to for Caribbean food!

This place is always a 5/5 for me! Today I tried the Rasta pasta with oxtails and my goodness was it Delicious! I ordered it to go and when I got home it was still smoking hot in the box. There is sooo much flavor packed into this food that anyone who complains just doesn't know good food! The oxtails were so tender and fell right off the bone! I also added a beef patty which was also delicious! I just love how flaky the crust is!! Y'all have to try this place out, they will not disappoint!

Food and customer service is really great! The owner Victor is a comedic and very friendly.

I ordered jerk chicken wings, a cajun chicken rasta pasta and the oxtail rasta pasta, Issues were as follows: 1. Ordered Jerk wings and received spicy BBq wingscalled the resturant to let them know the guy told me to bring them back and exchange the wings, I told him no as I dont live next door and that was the purpose of takeout, He then replied Ill let the litchen know. 2. the oxtail rasta pasta is $30 and they served it in a small container rather than the large white containr that they sent the wings in and that is pictured on the site. 3. the cajun chicken rasta pasta was blan, lacking tremendously in flavor annd was also sent in a small container. the only thing that was good were the lemonades but who messes up a drink thats easy to make. needless to say I had just had food from there one day before and the portions were COMPLETELY differe I will not be eating at this establishment again and wouldnt reccomend it to anyone. save your money follow a recipe and make your own. Gave one star because this app doesnt allow anything less $100 dollars later Im disappointed!!! They lost me at bring the food back and we will change

Ok so I came for what I initially wanted and I must say it's not worth the drive, unfortunately. The curry chicken was very salty. The jerk chicken was the best we've tasted in houston but it didn't allow the same meat portion amount as the curry chicken and was the same price. That's upsetting. Willing to get the jerk pasta if ever in the area.

The food is not worth the $50 for just oxtails and rice and peas! They have a new machine here and it automatically charges you an 18% gratuity tip which hopefully will be well spend on service And expenses needed. They are very friendly and it seems like a great place to chill. But i would have appreciated a heads up on the automated gratuity and again, the one plate of food was NOT worth $50.

First off, the prices reflected on the menu does not reflect the price after it has been rung in. When questioning the difference in price from the menu I was told if you look at the bottom of the menu it says, "prices subject to change." THE MENU SHOULD ALWAYS REFLECT THE CORRECT PRICE! SECONDLY, the Rasta Pasta was SALTY!! Just as the other reviews read and it was the TRUTH! Thirdly, the Jerk wings tasted like barbecue wings with a hint of spice. Fourth, the Coco bread tasted like plane ole white bread! Lastly, there was no signage about the 4% service charge prior to paying. First and LAST time patronizing this restaurant!!