Sunrise Caribbean Restaurant

Was excited to try their vegan food as they have high rankings and the food in the pictures look delicious. Was surprised when I arrived that no one came from the back though I could hear them talking. Once I looked around I knew this was not a place I wanted to eat from. The food did not look fresh and what was out seemed as if it was reheated. The place looks like it is about to close. All the while taking these pictures still on one came from the back so I left.

Astoundingly great food, atmosphere and staff. I was greeted properly and immediately! Food was 10 of 10 highly recommended. Vegan eats ✅

Today I went in for some roti and they didn’t have because it’s a weekday. so I tried the rice and peas, stew chicken and Macaroni and cheese. Boy when I tell you they sold me spoiled rice and peas I was dumbfounded, No Trinidadian would make that and sell that rice and peas that’s just 100%. So I went back to switch out my rice and let them know the rice was spoil. The owner and chef came to the front saying it’s not “that just the smell” I damn near begged him to just try it for my own sanity, this man tries it and says it’s fine. That when I knew this place was over with 😭 sadly tbh. The owner had a really bad attitude and got offended that I came back and was letting him know “hey you’ll loose customer if you sell that rice” because me I know there aren’t many Trinidadian spots that are close, being Trinidadian myself I was happy there was one close by, pretty much he got defensive and kept saying I had bad taste … mind you this is like the 3rd time I’ve been there this month alone. Tbh I’d hope if I came in respectfully they’d hear me out because I did like the some of the food prior to this. The roti and double are ok for the area but get soggy . There’s usually a lady “Mommy” who is usually there when I go and she is very sweet and welcoming but that owner is rude I won’t suggest eating here. If you don’t believe after this .. try the rice and peas 🤷🏾‍♂️. Oh also I tipped …. Waste of money. Guess American Popeyes it is lol Y’all stay safe

Vegan trini food. I was in the mood for jerk chicken but that place didn’t open up so we came down the street to here. I called to check that they were open. For 13 bucks, I got jerk chicken (not spicy) and two sides. The server said that callaloo is like spinach. It’s stewed collards. The food is plentiful and good. The AC was broken when we got in. We were given a free portion of pholari (Pollari?) which is fried dough balls with a Indian style spicy pickle. It was yummy. The counter of prepared food had many vegan options. While we ordered, a man picked up trays of food for a catered event. The man who served us had a particular casual style that some might find too personal. He then served us one at a time. Visiting Georgia avenue is a different cultural experience.

If I could rate 0 stars to submit this review I would! First off the attitude of the owner is so nonchalant and there is no customer service or hospitality. The atmosphere is not attractive and the smell that lingers in the restaurant honestly would turn anyone’s nose up. But I tried to still give this place a chance even after mixed reviews. The oxtail is tough, the smell of the cabbage I couldn’t get over to even continue to eat it, and I got more bones and potatoes than stew chicken. The only thing I enjoyed was the chicken doubles. The rice and peas, cabbage, and greens are so so. Very over priced, unseasoned, distasteful food and service.

I was so excited to find a Trini restaurant, where I could share the culture with my family. I’m so glad I chose this place. I ordered a little bit of everything and it was well worth every penny! The portions were huge, the flavor was there, and everyone was so nice. The fresh juices were also delicious. My only recommendation is to not use Seamless…there’s nothing seamless about their process (they cancel orders)! I will be back, trust!

This local family owned restaurant has Delicious & Fresh Caribbean Food and Excellent customer service. They have a variety of Vegan and traditional options with great portion sizes too. Definitely recommend checking out this Local DC Black Owned Business! I had a very tasty beef patty for a great price and friendly staff.

My wife and I were in Washington, D.C., on business. I was looking for a Caribbean restaurant so I could surprise her. I found Sunrise Caribbean Restaurant on Yelp, and it came highly recommended. I hired a lift and didn’t tell her where we were going. When we arrived at the restaurant, she was so surprised. Just seeing the smile on her face melted my heart. We ordered two chicken rotis, two aloo pies, and a slice of black cake. We spent $59.19 and were eager to return to our hotel to taste the food. I spent two months in India; I am married to a Trinidad woman who cooks curry because I love everything curry, so I speak from experience. The food was horrible, horrible, horrible. The roti lacked the curry color, and the flavors weren’t authentic to Trinidad. Additionally, the potato pieces were too big. Second, the aloo pies were full of tasteless filling. Third, the black cake was dry, tasteless, and lacking alcohol. We had to throw it in the trash because the food was inedible. What a waste of $50.19 and a $9.00 tip.

The food was great. Hefty proportions that can fill two. Probably the top Jamaican restaurant I have been to in the DC area. I have tried almost all the chicken jerked, brown stew, curry and the oxtails. Most places give you a little bit of oxtails in your order. Here they are pretty generous with the serving. The mac and cheese, cabbage, and curry potatoes sides are bombbb. Highly recommend this place.

Went recently and the service, the food, and vibes was nice. While waiting watched the greet everyone that entered, handled catering orders, help elder patrons with paying, and so much more. If you haven't been here yet def try the Trinbagonian options and also the vegan option (vegan or not).

I've been wanting, needing, and missing good Trinidadian food since I moved from Brooklyn and finally I had my tastebuds satisfied (sorry no pictures). The menu was absolutely stacked with everything you'd ever want from a trini spot; doubles, aloo pie, phlourie, bakes, sorrel, rotis done with all the curried meats-goat, chicken, shrimp etc. I knew I had to have a curry chicken roti with extra pepper and tamarind and then a couple of doubles with the same. These were not the best doubles I've had but I've had some phenomenal doubles back in my Brooklyn days but these were good enough to satisfy me. The roti, though not with boneless chicken, (perhaps I'm bougie or have been spoiled) was really good though. Now that I know this place is up there, I'll likely try to find my way back for another visit. I want to run through more of the menu and maybe even check out some of the vegetarian/vegan options as well. Service was pleasant and the wait time was pretty standard.

I wish my food experience was just like some of these other rave reviews, but unfortunately it was not. I got there a little after midday and they were out of most the items I came for (doubles, roti) so I settled for some stew chicken. The chicken was a bit overcooked; way too tough. The flavor was there, though. I am not sure if the rice was spoiled, or if there were onions in the rice that spoiled it, but it definitely had a spoiled smell to it; I could not even it. Lastly, the cabbage was not as translucent as I'm used to seeing. I am hoping to come back to try something else, but those chances are looking slim.

Great food! Very vegan friendly! Great vibe! Vegan jerk is great def need the home hot sauce so good esp with channa and potatoes!

Got a barbecue vegan beef platter for me and jerk chicken for my husband. We both loved our meals plus they were super nice. I'm glad to learn about this place, we'll definitely be back .

I ordered through DoorDash and everything came out hot. I really appreciated Sunrise calling me as soon as the order was submitted that the oxtails would take extra time. Much rather know in advance than be waiting for an order I expected 30 minutes sooner. Also ordered jerk chicken and the dishes are plentiful. I'm not sure I'd order the oxtails again, not that it wasn't tasty but that's something I might order when dining in but the jerk chicken was amazing and the rice and greens they include is abundant.

My family that lives out in Maryland recommended Sunrise so we decided to head down to D.C. to visit. I'm happy we ended up going because I'm always down for any local spots offering vegan options and delicious Jamaican food. When we got to the restaurant, everything smelled amazing and I immediately knew what I wanted to order after seeing the mac and cheese come fresh from the kitchen. There were a lot of options, but I went with the vegan jerk chicken, rice & peas and mac & cheese platter. My boyfriend decided on the oxtails, rice & peas and mac & cheese. The restaurant provided a big generous portion and the food was nice and hot. My family and I took our food to-go and we were dying to try everything because it smelt amazing. The second I opened the takeout container, I immediately grabbed a bite of the vegan jerk chicken and rice & peas and I was in heaven. The chick'n was flavorful with a nice spice and the rice & peas brought everything together, The mac & cheese was also a good side. Next time I want to try out one of the other vegetable sides, but I really enjoyed my meal and had enough for leftovers for the next day. My boyfriend said he liked his food, as well but did feel like he did not get a lot of oxtails vs. the price. Next time he said he would try out the stewed chicken so we will definitely be stopping by again next time we're over in D.C.! Shoutout to Sunrise Caribbean Restaurant for offering delicious food and a solid experience!

Had the OX tail dinner (take out) this place was very clean. The food was very tasty and soouffficiently portioned.

Excessive wait time, only one person had gloves on and the man at the register had a terrible attitude!! Never again!!

The doubles was bomb...better than Crown bakery but I still like Caribbean 2 on New Hampshire Ave even though I have not been there in a while. The stew chicken was OK...the lentils were very good and the rice and peas were not bad. I will try the paratha next time since it was a real Trini lady in the kitchen cooking...unlike Teddy's. They could clean up the kitchen though...at least sweep the floor during downtime. I'll give them another try.

The roti was great and a generous portion. 1st time experience and it was amazing. I can't wait to go back. The roti I purchased was god my uncle so I need to go back for myself. I hope it will be as good as the 1st time because I plan to go very soon. I live 35 min away so hopefully the drive is worth it. But from 1st experience my uncle and I will recommend this restaurant.

I was charged an exorbitant amount for oxtails and curry chicken dinner, side of callaloo and a beef patty. The guy serving me was extremely pleasant and I gave an exceptional tip (30%). I was caught off guard to see that the total that was charged to my card was a little under $70 ($69.95 to be exact). I only tried the oxtails and callaloo and it wasn't particularly pleasing for my palate - I ended up picking through it before eventually throwing it away. I'm not from the area but When I'm back in the area in a few months, I will try other Caribbean restaurants In the surrounding area.

I have been looking for a Trini only restaurant and I have found it. I was so excited I ordered enough food for a family of four but it was just for me. Everything was delicious! It was a drive for me but I will be back soon.

If you are nearby or far away, treat yourself to Sunrise Caribbean Restaurant! I had the Jerk Chicken, Callaloo, and Mac & Cheese. It was absolutely, positively, delectable from the first bite, to the last!!!! Since seven stars is not an option, my rating is (7 yummy emojis)!

I love this place. Family run spot and they cook with love. Great curry, buss up ... stick to ur guts authentic Trini cuisine. And they have great ital/veggie options too.

I paid $14.00 for a jerk chicken dinner. What I got was less than 2 pieces of chicken and that was mostly bone with very little meat. The jerk was bland with no Caribbean spices. I usually go to the hole in the wall down the street in 5100 block of GA Ave. called move and groove. It is 100% better. You can taste the spices. I would not recommend going to Sunrise cafe.

We had a catering order & all 8 of us were not satisfied. Regardless of the different orders they all looked the same, saturated in a Curry like sauce that was not remotely close to an island Gravy. Me & two other Vegans were pretty interested before-hand as the menu displayed a variety of plant based entrees. Again, different orders prepared & tasted the same. Another issue - 5 items that were ordered was not available at pick up. One of my co-workers who makes Oxtails in her sleep was adamant she was eating something far from the cattle norm, perhaps Goat she thought. I stayed in my Vegan lane & allowed others to share that debate...it was slightly interesting. Nonetheless, although we were appreciative for the luncheon as a collective, we did not enjoy the food. I can't say for sure if I would make the effort to visit in house.

I went here visiting DC. I was so disappointed. The food has no taste. The price was allot. I won't recommend this restaurant. A mess. Please here me when I say it isn't worth it. To go crown bakery, the portions are small however it is the closest thing to Trinidad and Tobago food.

What is the point of offering your cuisine on apps such as Yelp/Eat 24 and UberEats if you're NOT going to check your orders? I placed an order using the Yelp app about 30 minutes before arriving at the restaurant. I traveled in the pouring rain expecting to get some good Caribbean food. What did I get instead? Attitude. And lots of it. My friend and I walked in and it was a good 5 minutes before anyone even said anything to us. Oh, they saw us. Looked us right in the face, and kept right on with their personal conversation. Mind you, there were only two other patrons in the restaurant and they were seated and eating... so the joint was far from busy. Eventually the guy said he would be right with us. It was another 5 minutes before he asked us what we needed. I told him that I had placed an order for pick up on Yelp. He replied, "Yelp? We don't use no Yelp. Who uses Yelp?" (Umm... a lot of us, apparently). Then he mumbled something about them using Eat24. I showed him my confirmation email, and asked him to check on the status of my order. He checks an iPad behind the counter, with my order waiting on it, and says "Oh, we never confirmed it." No problem, mistakes happen. So I asked him about how long it'll take to fulfill my order. He then starts giving me a list of food items they've run out of... it ended up being practically half of my order. Moreover, his impatient and rude tone of voice made me feel like he had other things he'd rather be doing than getting money for his business. Fed up with the negligence and flat out rudeness, I asked him to cancel my order. He flippantly replies, "I can't cancel nothing if we ain't confirm it." I reply, telling him to do what he needed to do to ensure that my card wasn't charged, since we never received our food. It seemed like what I asked went in one ear and out the other, so I left and immediately called my credit card company to block the transaction. I also called Eat24 but no one responded. Eventually I filed a complaint online with Eat24. I don't know what will come of it, but I do know this... I will NEVER patronize that establishment again.

TERRIBLE TRASH! When you tell me what i can taste, with me mouth. IF YOU WANT AUTHENTIC CARIBEAN FOOD..... look else where. STAFF IS RUDE, CUSTOMER SERVICE ISNT A MUST THERE. OWNER HUSBAND, SON, SIDE DUDE, BROTHER was so nonchalant. .... Acted like he was unsure of any store operations. He spoke as if he was a new employee. You can clearly see dudes face in photos in shop. Restaurant isn't the correct term. Food was so bad, i was still willing to try something else. No taste. Very bland. Curry was not giving curry. Like the cook was very offended. But as a customer, i was disappointed & disgusted.

I ordered takeout from Sunrise Caribbean this weekend because I was craving Caribbean food and this was sooo good! I ordered the oxtail, which came with rice and cabbage. The portion size is GREAT, I was able to split the box into three meals for the weekend (though keep in mind, I am small and eat slightly less than the average person. The food is also SO DELICIOUS so I didn't mind eating it throughout the weekend! I highly recommend the oxtail, it's so tender and the sauce it's cooked in is amazing. The rice was also sooo good and complemented the oxtail so well. My roommate also got the escovitch fish for herself and I tried a bite of it and I definitely want to get it for myself next time to really get a taste of it! So if you're thinking you're more in the mood for fish, that's definitely a strong choice. I know it's hard right now with an ongoing pandemic, but if you are looking to treat yourself every now and then, please give Sunrise Caribbean a try!!

This is my favorite place for vegan Caribbean food! The staff is very kind and there's a great variety of food. Also, they have black cake! Next time we will try their veggie patties. Big up, Sunrise Caribbean, for bringing delicious food from my husband's home to DC!

Ordered from Uber Eats and everything came hot despite the delivery taking some time (they're far from me and probably had a lot of orders), which I was really happy with. To start, is an incredible amount of food in one meal. The jerk chicken had a lot of meat, there was plenty of rice and cabbage, and the giant mound of roti came wrapped separately. The potato and channa roti was probably my favorite. The roti comes a little shredded they give you so much potato. The jerk chicken was not too spicy or overly salty and it had a great flavor. I could've done without so much rice, beans, and cabbage but the entrees come with them as sides so I wasn't complaining. Definitely looking forward to trying more dishes from this place!

Ok, so I cheated. I've never gone here physically, can't even really picture where it's located, but I ordered through Postmates. Sidebar: Quick shout-out to Postmates. One of the items I wanted, the Curry Green Beans, wasn't available so the driver texted me to ask if I wanted a replacement or a refund. I definitely feel like that should've communicated from the restaurant and not him but I'm glad it happened either way. I ordered the jerk chicken with cabbage, rice & beans (and requested gravy on the rice & beans), replaced the order of green beans with lentils, and coco bread. Either they don't make gravy or they just forgot because there was none on the rice & beans. I wish they had added something to them. The flavor was there, slightly, but they were a bit dry and I could probably count the beans in the vat of rice. This made me appreciate the last minute change to the lentils. They were well seasoned and cooked and, simply, yummy. My favorite item was the coco bread. Not that everything else was bad, the bread was just that amazing. So much so, I didn't get a pic because I immediately started eating it. The chicken was good, plentiful, and I'd get it again. The cabbage was ok - not amazing, not bad either. Overall, it definitely did the trick and with the portions given, I was able to have 3.5 meals out of this one. Writing this review is actually making me consider placing an order right now.

I'd like to give this place another try, but after my first visit I'd have to rate them at 3.5. I really wish the double was more flavorful and fresh. The presentation of the kingfish was nice and looked really good once we finally got it. It was just lacking in flavor. There was also a lot of commotion going on behind the scenes with the staff that made the wait interesting, to say the least.

So I was initially pissed that my order took forever. And then re-pissed once I realized my order was incorrect. BUT the food was fresh, steaming hot and, most of all, delicious. The vegan prawns were so amazing. I ordered the vegan jerk chicken but they must have ran out so this is what I got and I was so satisfied.

Having been a fan of their original location (#1) at Union Station, I can't help but be stoked over the fact they've graduated to an actual brick and mortar. One could argue that they were too popular to remain in a food court, but I think that was really part of the charm. I'd still come here in a heart beat, especially given all they have to offer. To me, the food is still fabulous. Some claim they have fallen off slightly with the flavors but like anything I think that really depends what one orders. The menu is split into two main sections, vegan and non-vegan. The food is largely Caribbean fare, which I can get behind pretty much at any time and any place. I'll start with the obvious: the vegan dishes. The mock curry chicken is super flavorful and tastes like the real thing. I prefer it served over the rice and beans combo. Collard greens is still a hit, even though it tastes like there is meat in there. Order any, if not all of the paratha dishes and rock a double if around on the weekends. Vegan mac certainly looks the part, but I always prefer the real thing because .... cheese. The animal part of their menu is ridiculous. The seafood options are vast, but I recommend their red snapper, preferably grilled and served over rice. The stew chicken is ridiculously good, perhaps my favorite dish in the house. Whatever they're using to make the gravy that is coated with the chicken is crack-like. I would venture to say the goat dishes are good, but more difficult to eat because of the bones. If there is any strike to the biz, it might be the customer service. I remember the previous incarnation of Sunrise was full of smiles and relatively helpful attitudes. These folks aren't mean per se, but they not as warm as I would have hoped. No matter, I still look forward to my next visit here and am hopeful to try the rest of the menu. ____________ (#1) https://www.yelp.com/biz/sunrise-caribbean-cuisine-washington

Fantastic home-style food. Everything is made fresh daily from rote to oxtail to juices. Great vegetarian and vegan options in addition to plenty for the carnivores.

So grateful this place is a neighborhood spot for me! I love the food and the service. You get great portions of food and it's always fresh. I am on sort of a vegan - vegetarian spectrum (depending on the options available to me), but this place has delicious vegan options. I love Sunrise Caribbean Restaurant!

Absolutely disgusting customer service. I've been patronizing this business since 2006 out of loyalty to my Caribbean heritage, and they have the worst attitudes I have ever experienced. I am completely appalled that they still remain in business especially under the supervision of the woman who has always stood both in front and behind the counter with her repulsive attitude. She is more than out of line, throwing my method of payment back at me and treating my two year old son with the utmost disrespect

Listen!!! I ordered the Jerk Shrimp and a side of Mac N Cheese using DoorDash. My food took a while and my dasher had to wait a while, but it was well worth the wait! My food arrived to my door nice and hot, just how I like it! That Jerk Shrimp was so good and flavorful! The portion was also huge! My mouth is watering just writing this review. The Mac N Cheese was alright. I needed to doctor it up and I'm not use to it having carrots and corn in it, but after doctoring it up, we were good to go!

This is one of our "go-to" spots every time we are in DC. Great tastes and flavor. My fiancé is turns into a part time vegan and orders the bbq tofu which tastes really good but I'm still not leaving the jerk chicken alone.

Walking into the cozy, sunshine-yellow interior of Sunrise Caribbean Restaurant, I knew I was in for a good meal. The restaurant has only 3 or 4 tables, and the food is served cafeteria-style, with coolers on the side full of drink and dessert options. After a quick glance over the menu, I settled on the jerk chicken with sides of mac & cheese and fried plantains ($11). The person who took our order was, as others have mentioned, on the sassy side, but a nice guy. Even though they were out of plantains, he told us if we waited a couple minutes, they could fry some up for us. The jerk chicken was slightly charred, slightly spiced, and had some heat - an alluring flavor combination. The fried plantains were so good! Totally worth the wait. My friends, who are vegan and vegetarian, ordered the vegan stir fry and curry chik'n with sides of fried plantains and collard greens and really enjoyed their dishes. I also grabbed a slice of cake, which came out to $3 or so. The cake tasted and looked very, very similar to the Costco red velvet cake, which costs $10 for the whole cake. (I do like Costco cakes though, so I enjoyed the slice, even after realizing it was not homemade.) The staff were friendly, and we left saying we'd definitely have to come back again some time. Sunrise Caribbean may be a trek up from DC city center, but it's worth the trip for vegans, vegetarians, and anyone looking for a well-priced, filling, soul-satisfying meal.

Got takeout from here the other day, and it was sooo good! They have so many vegan and vegetarian options- I had the rice&beans, curry potato channa, & plantains, my bf got the vegan jerk chicken and it was delish. Plus the portion sizes and pricing were great! We had leftovers which was very exciting haha. Definitely going to come back and try all the different vegan options!

The food is so good it will have you dancing after one bite. Since I'm vegan I ordered the vegan jerk chicken and it was very flavorful and well seasoned and it comes with rice, beans and cabbage. I love the fact that you will get you money worth, I ordered this food on Uber eats and I swear my plate weighted a least 2 pounds. If you want some outstanding carribean food I highly recommend this restaurant. They have some Amazing vegan options.

I love this place. This is my go to Jamaican restaurant in DC. I usually order off of DoorDash. There's been some mishaps with that. I am not sure why? I love their Jerk Chicken with comes with rice and peas and cabbage. I also like their macaroni and cheese.

There food is horrible at this new location. It's beyond tasteless. I would not recommend anyone go here to waste their hard earned money unless they hire a new cook. The owner is very nice but they have to know that the product they are selling will have them go out of buissness really soon. I hope they read this review because I would love to see them succeed. I also would love a refund.

Ok Now that my plate is CLEAN...now I can elaborate on what a wonderful experience that I just had at this wonderful piece of Caribbean Heaven!!! This Sunshine Palace of Trini flavors has 6 tables and when I walked in, the Owner gave me a warm welcome as I stood in line, asking me what I would like...I didn't know, so he personally cleaned a table and asked me to have a seat, he then handed me a menu and told me to take my time. I made my selection, he made my plate for me and brought it to me...WOW!!! The flavors of the Oxtail reminded me of Trinidad the rice and peas was on point!! The cabbage was super yummy!!! I highly recommend that if you live here or if you visit here with a craving for Trinidadian food, THIS IS THE PLACE TO COME TO!!! And ....it's BYOB TOO!! How kool is that?? Thank you for such a pleasant welcome Mr. Ras Solo, I look forward to visiting this place again Sir, hopefully very soon. Bless 5 STARS ALL D WAY!!!

I never realized this place existed and upon learning that they had Doubles. I had to visit. So one Sat. around lunch time, I came by for Doubles but found Sunrise to not be shining. It was closed. I shrugged it off, because things happen and Crown Bakery is a block away. It was another Sat. in which I finally was able to try Sunrise's Doubles. It was kind of crowded and I was worried they wouldn't have any because it was a crowded Sat. evening and they did. The Doubles were really good. Much better than the place in Langley Park. So good I wanted more, right then and there but I was at home. Reading more of the menu and seeing the vegetarian and vegan options I had plans to make this my spot. Fast forward a couple of weeks, I come by on a rainy Friday at around noon for Doubles and they don't have any. That is really all they had to do. I was more than disappointed that they didn't have their "bread and butter." I understand if it was a Monday-Thursday thing but this was a Friday for lunch. No vale. Instead of going to Crown Bakery like I should have done in the first place, I ordered Stew Chicken with Cabbage and Rice and Peas with a Sorrel. The Sorrel was amazing. I would love to get a couple of Doubles and one of their Sorrels. The Stew Chicken could have shut me up about the Doubles but it didn't. It was pretty average. My lunch with 3 sides was pricey and the portions were good but the taste was only aight. The sorrel was great but it's too hard to get Doubles here.

Since I was on this side of town, I stopped by here on a Sunday for carryout dinner. The seating is limited to a few tables. Street parking was easy. I ordered oxtail with side of peas & rice and mac & cheese, and jerk chicken with same two sides. The food was good; service was prompt. I would give it a 3.5 overall.

Visited for the first time yesterday and I was impressed with the food. I had the stewed chicken with peas and rice macaroni and pumpkin. Very very tasty and a ton of food overall. The freshly made Sorrell and Ginger was perfect to rinse my palate after my meal. I will give everyone a heads up though by informing you that the Doubles are available on the weekend and recommend you call first to see what foods are available. Great customer service, stellar personalities, and good price point for your value you receive in the time and love they prepared your food.

I am a first-timer and late to learning about the "Sunrise Caribbean Restaurant." The customer service was impeccable. The owner/staff make you feel welcome and a part of the Trinidad community. I ordered a chicken bowl and the jerk chicken was perfectly seasoned. I like my jerk chicken a bit more spicy, but I understand that the restaurant may want to cater to an American palate. The only thing was missing was the "Roti" and I asked... and the owner mentioned that he didn't have it today. I hope that the owner will start carrying the Roti by the my next visit :). This restaurant is a nice welcome addition to the area.

In a hurry get the curry! I love their curry chicken dishes and jerked chicken. Overall a great experience and very friendly. They also have homemade juice drinks. The owner Alisa hand presses tropical fruits and ginger to create unique drinks. I had the ginger, which was great and also made for a great mixer with soda water and rum.

Important!! DO NOT ORDER THROUGH YELP, BECAUSE THEY DON'T USE YELP! I placed an order and they told me they didn't confirm my order, I told them my card had already been charged ... told me to contact Yelp. Had to pay again and prices were higher than menu prices listed. Did get my money back through yelp later for my first order. The good part is their food is bomb!.( I hope people still use that word) Try their tofu, it's what I get everytime now. U wont believe the taste.

Nope. Nope. And Nope. After spending the day at the Museums in DC we decided to check out this restaurant after reading all of the great reviews. Uhhh, did we pass the "real" restaurant because what we walked into was nothing like the Yelp reviews. When we walked in, our noses were immediately welcomed with a strange smell. The kitchen was a complete MESS!! The food displayed looked dried out and old! After spending about 45 seconds inside, we knew this was NOT a place we wanted to eat from. There are better restaurants around because this wasn't it!

The portion size is good. However, I got food poising from this establishment and I love trini food. Was really disappointed since this was my first time visiting.

My new favorite Caribbean place in the area, hands down! If you're looking for authentic, huge portions and quality food...here's the spot! I love their homemade fruit punch (I went home and mixed it with Gin...yummm), King Fish, Cabbage, and Mac & Cheese (includes veggies in it and its baked to perfection , cheesy goodness)

Wow. This was the worst meal I've had in a long time. Literally just got my uber eats order. I ordered goat bussupshut, I received three tough boney oxtails and flavorless potato and Chana curry. I'm glad Uber is refunding me for this meal. I ordered a patty, hoping this could be a snack while I waited to order dinner(wasn't going to waste calories finishing the "curry goat"), it was dry and flavorless. I haven't gotten to the sorrel yet, I'm afraid to try.

I like this place. The food is decent, owner and staff are friendly enough. They've never been rude. My only complaint is that (like most Jamaican restaurants) the owner will sometimes stop making food hours before they close. I mean like 4 hours before they close. If she's tired or just doesn't feel like it, she will not make anything that isn't on the hot bar, despite it being on the menu. Even something as simple as a roti. If you want to have access to the entire menu, make sure you go by at least 2PM. Anytime after that and you'll just have to order from whatever is left in the hot trays.