Philadelphia/ Food & Drinks
Published on May 04, 2020
Philadelphia's 3 best spots to score cheap Caribbean eatsParada Maimon | Photo: Ashley S./Yelp

Looking to satisfy your appetite for Caribbean fare?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable Caribbean restaurants around Philadelphia, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to fulfill your urges.

1. Parada Maimon

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Topping the list is Parada Maimon. Located at 345 N. 12th St. in Callow Hill, the Dominican spot is the highest-rated affordable Caribbean restaurant in Philadelphia, boasting 4.5 stars out of 184 reviews on Yelp. 

This spot offers a wide selection of Caribbean dishes like seafood stuffed in sweet plantains and shrimp in Creole-style sauce. There's also American bites like pancakes, omelets and French toast.  

2. Reggae Reggae Vibes

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Next up is Old Kensington's Reggae Reggae Vibes, situated at 517 W. Girard Ave. With 4.5 stars out of 98 reviews on Yelp, the Caribbean spot, which offers cheesesteaks and more, has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for an affordable option. 

This spot offers Caribbean and American-style cuisine like oxtails, jerk chicken cheesesteaks and veggie burgers. 

3. Quality Taste Jamaican Restaurant

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Quality Taste Jamaican Restaurant, a Caribbean spot in Haverford North, is another budget-friendly go-to, with four stars out of 85 Yelp reviews. Head over to 4002 Lancaster Ave. to see for yourself. 

At this spot, look for breakfast dishes like porridge or saltfish paired with okra. There's also curry chicken, oxtails and fish stew. 


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