Island Breeze Cafe

Could easily be the best jamaican spot in the whole city because the food is that good! However, he has to fix a few things. If he works on timing, the line would be wrapped around the corner. I had to wait for 45 minutes, but I was prepared because I read the reviews. When I walked up, the aroma coming from the food truck smelled sooo good I woulda slapped somebody if I wasn'the only one there. I ordered oxtails and jerk chicken. If the oxtail were tender and falling off the bone, I would have had to buy out the rest of his inventory because they were seasoned to perfection. I think they weren't tender because they weren't cooked long enough. However, the jerk chicken was reaaal good and tender. I spoke with him about the wait and he said he was going to fix that, so I'm going to give him another try and see. It's definitely worth the wait though.

The food took a bit long to prepare but it was really good! We ended up getting the jerk chicken and the oxtails with side of Mac and cheese. The chicken had a spicy smoked flavor and it was a dry rub. The oxtail was cooked very well, very tender. The Mac and cheese was a bit dry but had good flavor. Called the order in and it took longer than 20 minutes waited inside for about 15 and about 10-15 on the way there.

Shout out to my server Nikia! Very friendly, attentive, and helpful. Great interaction with the chef. The staff was very welcoming. DJ was jamming. The main event (the food) was good. It's the authentic Jamaican cuisine...jerk pork was extra spicy for me ....but flavorful. Check it out all you spicy lovers. Great vibes! Get your Happy Hour drinks!

Very little food in my plate for $34 I Ordered an oxtail meal and a drink for dinner. I trusted that they would do the right thing and did not open the bag until I got home! Big mistake….I was wrong. I was supposed to have 2 sides items. I chose plantain and got a very tiny piece of plantain… It was so small that it blended in with the cabbage. Then, the Mac and cheese LARGE portion did not even fill my spoon. It cost me $34 and I am super upset. I did not want to drive back to return the food and get my money back. Customers, please be aware… don’t trust them… check your food before leaving …. The lady tied my bag so tight that I had to rip it open. It should have been a sign. I will NEVER go back there…. I feel like I was robbed in daylight. Absolutely mischievous.! Sad experience for a Caribbean restaurant in Jacksonville. I just really wanted to support the cause but, I was very disappointed. I will post photos later