Twin Isle

East Austin just got a serious upgrade with Twin Isle, the new brick-and-mortar from Chef Janelle Romeo (of Miss Shirley’s food truck). She’s a native of Trinidad & Tobago, and the flavors here taste exactly like sitting in a family kitchen back home. The space is small and cozy, with bright carnival colors (yellows, blues, oranges) that set the mood. It’s counter-style with just a few seats, but honestly, the food is the main event. The menu is a mix of street food favorites (doubles, aloo pie, roti wraps) and comfort mains (macaroni pie, stew oxtail, curry goat). Prices are mid-range, portions lean smaller, but everything is fresh and made from scratch. I ordered a mac pie + curry chicken bowl with fried plantain, pineapple chow, pepper sauce, and culantro sauce plus a cold cream solo. My husband had the goat roti wrap (medium spice) with sorrel to-go. Both were flavorful, authentic, and worth every bite. Yes, the food took a little while to come out, but they had a small staff working hard and the quality made it worth the wait. Having tried most of the Caribbean food in Austin, I can confidently say Twin Isle is the first place that can stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Canje when it comes to food quality. Open Tues–Sun 12–5pm Street & lot parking available If you’re craving real Trinbagonian flavor, this is the spot.

With Soca music in the background, helpful staff, and a chef with a sweet hand, if you like Caribbean food and particularly Trini food you HAVE to try Twin Isle. I went during the soft opening but If the absolutely delicious oxtail sandwich, ¡doubles!, and aloo pie are any indication the full menu is worth exploring, especially since starting today the full menu is available everyday. I haven't had food like this since visiting T&T, worth visiting and returning

I recently tried Twin Isle and, unfortunately, it didn’t meet expectations. We had a lamb bowl and a veggie wrap. The lamb bowl’s rice tasted off, and the lamb had bones and was quite bland. The veggie wrap was extremely dry, almost powdery inside, which suggests it had likely been sitting out and drying for some time. Considering we spent over $50 for these dishes, the quality just wasn’t there. I hope they can improve on freshness and flavor in the future.

Twin Isle is delicious. And the bowls are very filling. Great mix of flavors. I would buy their sauces by the bottle if they sold them!

Twin Isle Caribbean Restaurant, a new gem for my wife and me, offers an authentic taste of Trinidadian cuisine with just the right amount of love. The owner chef and her staff are incredibly polite, courteous, and engaging, making every customer feel valued and appreciated. The ambiance is reminiscent of a cozy Caribbean restaurant nestled on a Caribbean island, creating a truly immersive dining experience. If you’re a fan of authentic Caribbean cuisine, Twin Isle is a must-visit. I wholeheartedly recommend giving it an A++. You can call ahead and order your food for pickup.

I 10/10 recommend Twin Isle - the food is outstanding! So much flavor and everything was cooked just right! My friend and I both got bowls - I got steamed rice, curry chicken, sautéed spinach, with tamarind and hot sauce. I'll definitely order this exact same combination again :P My friend got steamed rice, oxtail, and sautéed spinach - I forget which sauces she got but she also loved her bowl!

Alright, guys this place is straight 🔥 👌 💯 🙌 😍 The food is amazing, flavors that touch your soul! I really enjoyed my bowl. Everything that I could have imagined and more! It really want to go back to the Caribbean! 🙏🏖🌞 A chief that had a dream which has become reality! So happy for Chef Janelle Romeo to open a store front! Show her some love and give her place a try! Support Small Austin Business friends! Thank you, for my bowl I cannot wait to go back!

Growing up with parents from the Caribbean I was so excited to see this place.!! We went to grab lunch from here today. This place is a gem!! Food is absolutely delicious, prices are great and the staff is amazing!! We will definitely be going on a regular basis.

This place is amazing! The chicken curry was absolutely delicious & tender despite it being end of day (tgtg) I'll be returning to try more of their delicious menu!

Please take my advice and just go! Words cannot describe how excited I am that Twin Isle opened in East Austin. Having followed them from Shirley's food truck days, I knew the food was going to hit the spot and that it did. The service was amazing, and everyone was so friendly, answering my questions and just chatting with me. As someone born and raised in Jamaica, I have to say the curry goat is a must try, packed with flavor and the perfect level of spice. Honestly, everything I had was delicious from the Mac and cheese to the perfectly sweet plantains. I can't wait to go back and work my way through the rest of the menu!

Ordered a day in advance on the app Too Good To Go and walked 30 minutes from my house to find out they canceled my order 5 minutes before I arrived and after the pickup time begun. The owner said there's no food as there's 4 people inside waiting for their food. Management needs to have respect for their customers' time. I liked this place until now but won't return.

Came during their soft opening but the full menu was available since it's the weekend. Got the oxtail sandwich and curry chicken roti wrap! Both were pretty good, and the roti wrap is a huge portion that I think can be shared between two people. Oxtail is tender and there's lots of cheese in the sandwich. Tried the sorrel drink for the first time and I loved it! Sweet and tart. The inside is small with limited seating. There's limited parking. I think the restaurant has potential but I wish they had pictures on the food menu

Finally made it!! It's officially open...food truck is now a restaurant. Eat in or sit outside. My husband is Trinidadian & he says food is on point!! Even if you aren't ... try it! But maybe go easy on the pepper if you dont like spicy!

East Austin just got a serious upgrade with Twin Isle, the new brick-and-mortar from Chef Janelle Romeo (of Miss Shirley's food truck). She's a native of Trinidad & Tobago, and the flavors here taste exactly like sitting in a family kitchen back home. The space is small and cozy, with bright carnival colors (yellows, blues, oranges) that set the mood. It's counter-style with just a few seats, but honestly, the food is the main event. The menu is a mix of street food favorites (doubles, aloo pie, roti wraps) and comfort mains (macaroni pie, stew oxtail, curry goat). Prices are mid-range, portions lean smaller, but everything is fresh and made from scratch. I ordered a mac pie + curry chicken bowl with fried plantain, pineapple chow, pepper sauce, and culantro sauce plus a cold cream solo. My husband had the goat roti wrap (medium spice) with sorrel to-go. Both were flavorful, authentic, and worth every bite. Yes, the food took a little while to come out, but they had a small staff working hard and the quality made it worth the wait. Having tried most of the Caribbean food in Austin, I can confidently say Twin Isle is the first place that can stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Canje when it comes to food quality. Open Tues-Sun 12-5pm Street & lot parking available If you're craving real Trinbagonian flavor, this is the spot.

Food is delicious!! Tried the bowl with rice and peas, jerk chicken, fried plantains and added the mango salsa on top (extra) Service is order at the front and they will call your name when ready Pretty quick, less than 5-10 minutes or so. Overall everything was delicious - it all went so well together!! Very limited space for seating inside but there is some outdoor seating available too! Great food! Spent around $20 for bowl with extra salsa and water bottle

The owner and chef of the former food truck, Shirley's Trini Cuisine has opened a brick and mortar across the street from where the truck was located and also across the street from my house. Yay!! Chef Janelle Romeo is bringing all of her flavors from Trini to Twin Isle for a full-fledge Caribbean experience. Woo-wee am I lucky to be so close to this incredible restaurant. The menu offers meals from family-style to building your own bowls and more. Jerk chicken, Trinidad street food, and so on. The chickpea baras are to die for-fluffy fried bread with sauces, chickpeas, chutney, and herbs. We were lucky enough to stroll by the soft opening and get a taste of the goodness. It's an absolute elevation of the already amazing food that was coming out of the food truck. Can I eat here everyday? Yes, please! Grand opening is 9/1/25.

Flavorful, spicy, so many layers of flavor. We got the chicken curry roti, the roti was more like a thin tortilla, and the jerk chicken with fried plantains. I'm so glad we have a new awesome Caribbean spot in Austin!

We went on opening day, and after going to Trinidad this summer, I have to say that the food at Twin Isle was much better! So much flavor! Not as spicy, but so so delicious! I will be coming back for more, and adding extra Peppa! This place is simply fantastic!

Twin Isle's jerk chicken is my new favorite meal as of recently. I was lucky enough to sample the oxtail & that too was just as delicious. Service was warm and friendly. Best to take the food to-go or sit upfront since the interior is compact.

Amazing food and great price. One of my new favorite places in Austin. Highly recommend