The Jerk Stop

This restaurant was recommended to me by a chef and I have to agree with that recommendation. “The food is really great” The jerk chicken has a welcoming smoke test which hints it was grilled not baked! The curry chicken is seasoned to the bone! The brown stew has a Beautiful kick of spice! The cabbage has a crunch how cabbage should! The Rice and peas have a nutty and coconut taste with a hint of ginger! The service was slightly slow and could be better overtime but no attitude was given which is greatly appreciated. Give this spot a try!

I absolutely love The Jerk Stop! The food is always fresh, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned. You can really taste the authenticity in every bite. The service is just as impressive — the staff is friendly, welcoming, and makes you feel right at home every time. I live about four hours away, but whenever I drive to Miami, this place is a must-stop for me. It’s become part of my routine because I know I’ll get great food and great service every single time. If you’re looking for delicious Jamaican cuisine and a warm atmosphere, I highly recommend it!

The Jerk Stop @thejerkstopfl 📍Pembroke Pines, FL Follow @eatzwithsweetz on ig and fb for more Swung in for a delicious Jamaican brunch. Here's what I had: Veggie Patty Peanut Porridge Fried Dumpling Ackee & Saltfish, Calaloo, boiled food Veggie Jerk Pasta Festival Saltfish Fritter Mango Lemonade @hurrycane305 Sugar Cane Juice Everything was flavorful and delicious! I enjoyed every bite! Do you like Jamaican food? #TheJerkStop #PembrokePines #JamaicanCuisine #Brunch #Ackee #Porridge #Pasta #Authentic #RealFlavor #LetsDrinkz #EatzWithSweetz #LetsEatz

Stopped by for lunch on a whim bc I was in the area and they did not disappoint. Had the jerk chicken lunch special. Ordered online and forgot to ask for gravy and the staff there (did not catch her name) definitely made sure my rice and peas were drenched with that good stew gravy. Very fresh very well seasoned. 10/10 would recommend.

Everything from the walk into the restaurant to putting the food on my table.....was Excellent! I was greeted in a timely and friendly manner. I ordered the curry chicken and steamed snapper. Portions were on point....and the taste?!?! Was was exceptional. I Goggled "steamed snapper" and Jerk Stop came up (I was leaving work and it was literally a few lights away) and so, I came in. So, glad I did; I definitely will be back.

10/10! 5 stars! Being honest I didn’t visit the location but ordered thru a take out platform, food arrived hot despite the delivery driver time being 40 mins, all special requests were honored, great value for the price and most importantly delicious! Highly recommend, great customer service, and will for sure return! One of my go to spots now!

We’re visiting Pembrook Pines and Miami area, first time visiting the area. We looked up Jamaican restaurants near our Airbnb. The Jerk Stop came up first on the list with a 4.9 star rating. So we decided to give it a try. The food was absolutely delicious. The young woman serving us was beyond polite. She even let us taste the rice before we decided which one to have with our food. I had to Jerk Chicken w/ brown rice and pigeon peas, served with cabbage and carrots and plantain 🤤my husband had the same, but his meat was Curry Goat. He loved it. I would suggest anyone traveling in the area to make this a must stop and eat🤗

🔥 Lunch at The Jerk Stop: A Caribbean Masterpiece 🔥 If you’re anywhere near Pembroke Pines and your taste buds are craving something bold, soulful, and unforgettable—The Jerk Stop’s lunch special is your golden ticket. For just $8.50, you get a choice of jerk chicken, curry chicken, or brown stew chicken, served with rice and sautéed veggies, plus a drink. But don’t let the price fool you—this isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment. The food? Seasoned to perfection. The jerk chicken hits with smoky heat and tender bite, while the curry wraps you in warmth like a Sunday hug. The service? Top-tier. Friendly, fast, and full of heart. The vibe? Authentic island energy with a side of good vibes and gratitude. Whether you’re on your lunch break or just passing through, this spot delivers excellence without breaking the bank. The Jerk Stop isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a rhythm, a flavor, a feeling.

The Jerk Stop @thejerkstopfl Pembroke Pines, FL Swung in for a delicious Jamaican brunch. Service was great. Very clean and relacong atmosphere. Here's what I had: Veggie Patty Peanut Porridge Fried Dumpling Ackee & Saltfish, Calaloo, boiled food Veggie Jerk Pasta Festival Saltfish Fritter Mango Lemonade @hurrycane305 Sugar Cane Juice Everything was flavorful and delicious! I enjoyed every bite! Do you like Jamaican food? #TheJerkStop #PembrokePines #JamaicanCuisine #Brunch #Ackee #Porridge #Pasta #Authentic #RealFlavor #LetsDrinkz #EatzWithSweetz #LetsEatz

Found this jamacian spot on yelp and went with my coworkers for lunch. Service was quick and the lunch special made sense. They portion size was perfect definitely didn't go hungry. Food was seasoned and tasty. Well go back to try other items on the menu.

While looking for a new spot to pick up dinner we decided to check this spot. This Jamaican spot has some of your favorite items. We ordered a few things for take out and the food came out Fairly quick. Staff were pleasant and grateful for the visit. They are a HALAL spot so no pork. We had the fried chicken with rice and peas, plantain and cabbage . Everything on that plate was really delicious. We order a side jerk chicken which was nicely seasoned and had a good amount of spice. The escovitch snapper with dumplings and bananas were also really good , BUT burnt my mouth of how spicy it was. But so good.

Great flavors and very consistent. If you don't like spicy stay away from the jerk. But if you do this jerk chicken has a flavorful kick. The chef is really do something special. I also tried the chicken soup and was not disappointed. Full with veggies & dumplings. This spot is also halal. Will definitely be back to try the curry goat / chicken.

The first time I've had jerk chicken from a restaurant and actually tasted the jerk. I ordered the lunch special which comes with a drink. Pack your patience it's a 2 man show and they are working to their best ability to serve the customers. Restaurant dinning area was clean and just the right size to have a quick bite.

Had the lunch special and it was really good but, be aware that the chicken is spicy so make sure you get the jerk sauce which is a bit sweet. New owner is very nice and the decor is simple and clean. Will be back when I'm in the area.

Came across the Jerk Spot in Pembroke Pines and we just had to check it out. Obviously, with a name like Jerk Spot, we figured we had to order the Jerk Chicken Lunch Special, which came with plantains, peas and rice topped with brown stew gravy, a soda, and a side of jerk sauce, all for just $8.50. Not only was it packed with flavor, but the portion was generous and filling. The restaurant has a casual, welcoming vibe. You order at the counter, and the lady taking our order was super friendly and made great recommendations for our group. There are plenty of small tables if you want to sit and eat with friends. I'll definitely be back for lunch and can't wait to try more of the menu! Also, glad I got a Jamaican Beef Patty to go too!

This place hits the spot on so many levels. The staff is friendly and attentive. The food is delicious. The place is spic and span. Even the bathroom was Immaculate. And they have very fair prices especially for lunch. Even my picky grandmother loved their spicy jerk. Chicken can't wait to come back and try to fry chicken. The brown stew is also really good. If you're in the area, you must try it even if you're not in the area, but you're craving some good jerk. This is your place

Let me start with the good! I had the rice and peas with oxtail gravy. That was delicious and very flavorful. The cabbage was cooked to the perfect texture. Not too hard, not too soft and seasoned well. However... the chicken didn't seem cooked enough for me. The staff did let me know that they smoke the chicken and check the temperature to make sure it is cooked thoroughly. I just couldn't get over how it looked and the texture. I took it home and popped it in the air fryer before eating and it was delicious. Well seasoned, authentic jerk flavor. I wouldn't go back for the chicken though because of the way it looked when served. Maybe it's just me and what I'm used to. I would try something else there though because the staff was very nice and everything else on my plate was good.

-Everything was well seasoned and cooked. -The sauce for the jerk chicken pasta was creamy, with a nice level of heat . -the jerk chicken was well seasoned, spicy, and smoky. You can tell that it's really smoked, because of the pink layer underneath the skin (smoke ring, for those who don't know much about smoking/barbecuing. -The brown stew Kingfish was more than adequate portion size. It was fried hard, without drying out, which I especially loved. Brown stew sauce was more savory, than sweet (which I really enjoyed, because too many places nowadays make their brown stew with sugar.) -the customer service was far and away better than any customer service that I've had any other Jamaican restaurants. Even if the food wasn't as great as it was, I would most likely come back for the great customer service. I'm tired of spending my hard earned money at places that treat me like an inconvenience.

MOSTLY BASED ON VALUE BUT ALSO ON TASTE. Well myself and my family were ardent supporters of the previous establishment in this location (Tropical Twist). I stopped going to establishments during the entire pandemic becauae of very major heal issues and just lately started back venturing out. When l decided this year to seek out a pan of sprat and some king fish slices, l decided driving to Coral Springs for the Sprat for $30/pan as last year was too much. So l placed my order here and was hoping with all the live videos on Facebook, l would be exceedingly happy. It was nice to see the chef l remember vaguely still there. Tricia is a very pleasant and courteous staff member. So is the owner. I thought since breakfast is served, they would have been open but apparently not till 11:30 a.m. l have to get right down to value! Value is the category where a business succeeds or fails; as is taste of course. My order was a fail specifically in terms of the Kingfish slices. The photos here shows $48 of king fish! Let me repeat; $48 of king fish. Personally, "l" have NEVER seen slices this small. I glanced at the box there but only realized how small they were when l got home and my sister laughed me to another country for stupidity. Had l taken a more critique notice, l would have left it. Even with dinner meals l have purchased recently, a single slice is 2x this size shown here. These alices are 2.5 inches across by 3.5 inches approximately as l measured a few. I DON'T MIND SPENDING MONEY FOR VALUE. BUT THIS IS HORRIBLE. VERY DISAPPOINTED. THEY HAD STOOD TO GAIN A CUSTOMER WHO SELDOM COOKS AND BUYS A LOT. Sprat 4* Festival 3* Sauce 3* and limited Kingfish slices 0* (my neighbor who ordered 5 snappers from his selected establishment in Pines got the same amount of sauce l got for two orders of fish)! Seeing most low reviews are about my same issue of price and value, l hope this serves to help management make improvements. That should be $35/pan. Yelp has worst spelling or correction capabilities.

This place is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING ‼ Very professional, polite, friendly, courteous, and knowledgeable staff. I called the jerk chicken pasta what we Yankees normally call it, "Rasta Pasta," and the staff politely corrected me and also offered a bit of education on why they'd prefer it not to be called that. I love the authenticity! I love the ambience of smooth Bob Marley playing in the background. The food was top notch. The Jerk Chicken Pasta was amazing and you guys would definitely be coming back for more; I know I will‼

I love this food;) My family orders all the time The owners are wonderful Try the curry chicken My son loves the brown stew

The jerk stop is wonderful and amazing. The food is wonderful the places super clean and the prices you cannot beat. I would recommend the spot to anyone. I had so far the curry chicken lunch special, which is under $10 and you get a drink. I've also had one of theirJamaican beef patties, which was delicious. I would recommend this spot to anyone. I apologize. I have no pictures because I ate it as soon as I got it.

STOP SCROLLING!!!! YOU MUST READ THIS REVIEW!!!! I love everything Jamaican especially their food. I travel a lot, so I make it my duty to eat at a Jamaican restaurant in every city I visit. This place here THE JERK STOP, Yoooo, hear me when I say this is the best yard food I had in 30 years!!! Mind you my husbands a Yardy and he dont like to switch up. D****s was his spot , so I had trick him to try THE JERK STOP food. All I can say now is D*****s lost 2 loyal customers & THE JERK STOP gained 2. To THE JERK STOP Chef, BIG UP to yourself you have yet to disappoint. Every time I come I try different plate of food and each one is equally as good as the last if not better. Chef you are as Ninja Man say ""Reeeeel Bad Man"". I never did a yelp review, but I felt obligated to let everyone know about this food. To the people reading this if you in BROWARD you have to eat at THE JERK STOP. Trust Me!!!

The Jerk Stop in Pembroke Pines is ! Their jerk chicken brings the perfect kick (spicy and flavorful), and everything is super consistent. The brown stew snapper and plantains hit just right, and portions are generous. The owner's warm vibe and the clean, buzzing spot make it feel like home. Always fast pickup or dine-in service. Highly recommend for anyone craving legit Caribbean flavor!

The jerk chicken is truly phenomenal. The service is great and the guy is really nice! Would highly recommend- definitely a cute family owned store to support!

Delicious, fresh tasting Caribbean food!! Really Good prices and food is so yummy and authentic...a must try. Love the vegan food options too! I'll be back often.

The curry goat was so tender! The owner is really nice and the spot is chilled and clean.