Reviews of Ripe Kitchen & Bar. (Restaurant) in Yonkers (New York).

Ripe Kitchen & Bar

750 Reviews

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Caribbean restaurant

151 W Sandford Blvd, Mt Vernon, NY 10550, United States

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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended

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Reviews of Ripe Kitchen & Bar

Nickesha Asphall

Kerri is such an awesome waitress. Great customer service and just a wonderful energy to be around. The wait for Ripe to reopen was worth the it. The food is always on point and the drinks complimented my meal well.

Donovan Scott

After reading mixed reviews, I decided to try Ripe to see the improvements since the renovation. Much to my surprise, the atmosphere and ambiance was perfect for my date night with my fiancée. The bar was festive and the back a more calmer area. The space is very intimate but even with the seating arrangement patrons seemed well comfortable in their space. The food... the food... the food. Omg. I'm sorry, don't laugh. I haven't had oxtail and rice and peas more well seasoned my whole life. I never eat the fat off the oxtail since me born. All down to the fry plantain was properly fried and delicious. I even joked that for the price, they probably give you two piece a meat and half a cup of rice. A full plate a food them serve. My fiancée had the snapper and we exchanged samples and believe me she's not easily impressed and she was wowed. I definitely will be returning and if you haven't already been here; you're already missing out. They are cash only but provide an atm so that's not an issue to worry about if you ran out without.

Tosha Parson

So it has been a very long time since I've eaten there. All I can say is, that it was the best steak that I have had in a very long time. I am not much of a steak eater. But that steak right there is EVERYTHING!!! SO worth the drive. And the bedroom bully is definitely a great choice. The customer service was as great as the stake. It was a wonderful experience.

Joyce Anderson

Food was good but certain items not available. No desert available. Gone is the spread of the seasoning they once placed on the steak. Stand up table in bar area was "rocking" and very unstable even to a slight touch.

JAN NIXON

I'm so glad they are back open. I have been going to Ripes for over 10 years, and the great service and family atmosphere from the team was truly missed. Those Drinks Donna !!🍸🍹🔥💞😍

Tashina Haywood

This was my first time patronizing Ripe's since the reopening. The food was pretty good (jerk chicken). However, the atmosphere was bland!!! No decor or pictures, it was very quiet.

Ronald Wilson (Bronxvinylfunk, on IG)

The pics I have are from 2012. I've been back many times since. I get the jerk chicken. I'm not a steak person but, they're known for their jerk steak. Ths drinks are tasty. The ambience, is like a Caribbean island spot. Good vibes. On this trip I only had fries and Sauteed Spinach. They had run out of the jerk chicken bowl.

Priestly Canty

Small place in size, but the service was good. Our waitress Kerry explained everything thorougly in detail. The homemade Fruit Punch tasted like rum punch, except it had no alcohol in it. Very tasty! I am not a fan of Spinach, but their Sauteed Spinach was amazing. The Red Snapper took a long time to make but it was worth it. The Jerk Chicken Quesadilla, Oxtails, and Plantines were all on point. Everything we had was good. No compliants!

Chevy Bee

Absolutely loved it here! It was on my list of places to eat for a long time and I finally went and took my girl with me. We had an awesome time just drinking, eating and being our silly selves. We sat at the bar for their happy hour and we were not disappointed. The drinks were strong and the food was delicious. Donna our bartender, Kerrian the waitress/hostess and Courtney the waitress/whatever else were such great hosts and made us feel like family. We had the curry goat, fish tacos (major highlight/must order), jerk chicken quesadilla, mango and passion margaritas and the bedroom bully. I definitely felt like I was in the Caribbean here & I really loved that vibe. It's a small place that seems to draw a fun & hip crowd & I can't wait to go back. P.S. the outside of the place is very nondescript so look closely or utilize GPS if driving or you might miss the place.

Yamilette Ortiz

The rum punch here is a must have! It takes happy juice to the next level. Stuffed cod fish and jerked chicken were really good too. The dim lit ambience inside is cool. However, it’s cash only so come prepared as there isn’t a bank within walking distance.

toni whyte

The experience was so good that the food was awesome. I will be going back,however, the music could have been batter.

Devi R.

Amazing atmosphere and food. The staff were very courteous and prompt. We sat in the backyard and enjoyed the music, drinks and food. Everything was delicious. Favorite was the pepper shrimp.

Davey Wright

Fantastic, perfect, awesome!!! Arguably one of the best steaks I've had. Our server Kheri, is warm, intelligent, with impeccable service and excellence!!!

Sharon Ali

My favorite chef works there and the food is tasty, presentation is on point and the atmosphere is bubbly, friendly. You can find alone and enjoy

Melvyn Massy

No wait @9pm on a Sunday, Surprised... Food always Great, Service Some times Can be Slow but when the wait is long is well worth it, Price is Good, Drinks, Well if you have 2 Rum Punch, you wont be Driving 😉, Enjoy the Food & Drinks Pretty Darn Good & I know MY steaks... …

Samantha Angel Pryce

Food was excellent, rum punch was great

Lala A

I came here for dinner with my boyfriend on Saturday night. We got there around 6:30. It was about a 30 minute wait. Places small but they are pretty organized and keeping track of the patrons. We ordered drinks while waiting to be seated. The bartender was professional friendly and definitely knows how to make her drinks. We got the Mojito which was pretty potent as we were both a little tipsy from one drink after finishing it which is a good thing LOL. We ordered the crab cake saltfish fritters it was pretty good I enjoyed it. they only serve oxtails on Saturday and Sunday so I had the oxtails as recommended the our waitress, honestly it was okay it was good but I feel like I've had better. My boyfriend had the rasta pasta. It wasn't what I expected it was good just not the typical rasta pasta with the penne noodles they use linguine and mushrooms it was honestly okay not my favorite. For those reasons I give it 3.5 Stars. I will be returning because I want to try their fish options and I also want to return for what I hear is beautiful outdoor setting that they said they start setting up for that in May. Otherwise great establishment I love to support black-owned businesses, I recommend it.

Armand Salmon

In the several times I've been to Ripe the food never disappoints. By far my favorite meal to order is the Big Ass Jerk Steak. A large, juicy, perfectly grilled rib-eye topped the secret chandon beni sauce. I cannot express my love of this meal enough. The steak comes with a choice of rice & peas or French fries. Simply writing this review is making me salivate over it. But, no trip to Jamaica or Ripe for that matter is complete without an authentic Rum Punch. Ripe's rum punch arrives at your table garnished with fruit and the signature aroma of Wray & Nephew White Overproof Rum. The reason it's called punch is because of the knockout effect. When mixed correctly, a punch goes down effortlessly because of the sweetness of pineapple and orange juice, but can sneak up on you. So drink it slow. You may know the old rhyme associated with Caribbean drinks, "one of sour, two of sweet, three of strong and four of weak". Well, I don't believe there is anything at all weak in this Punch. (Keep in mind, Ripe is cash only, so hit up the ATM before your visit.)

Shelly Platinum

Very nice Jamaican restaurant! Top class, with inside and outside seating. Very romantic with cool vibes.

Ann Serrano

Jerk chicken and green salad. It was good. Pan fried snapper. Oxtails. Cozy and small. Friendly staff.

Tobias Timothy

The place was cool. Small and quaint. Their refrigerator had busted so they didnt have fried plantains, french fries or curry shrimp. They dont really have any vegetarian options either. But their rum punch was good ... and their rice and peas were tasty. Its a cash only place which is kinda odd.

Alexander leviton

Not your average Jamaican restaurant. They play with fun concepts like Jerk Chicken quesadilla or Jerk Steak Ribeye. Staff is knowledgeable and courteous! Will be back again. A must see in the Bronx.

Envizion Photography

Loved the food here. The jerk borders on the best tgat I've ever had.

Ali Fernan

We tried this place for the first time recently. I was pleasantly surprised!

thaydene dunn

I love this spot, makes me feel like Im in Montego bay JA. A relaxing laid back spot with excellent drinks and sexy names such as bedroom bully. I love their signiture Mojito and Pepper shrimps!

Jose Laverde

Best Jamaican jerked steak ever. Amazing ox tails too.

SHAY 4RSK 4LYFE WILLS

The snapper was amazing. Would definitely go back!

Anthony MyName

Great food and drinks. Nice low-key atmosphere. My friend and I had the pan roasted snapper and both thought it was excellent. We had crab cakes and the stuffed plantain as appetizers and they were good also. The rum punch is good.... It creeps up on you 😁 Service was also very good. …

Nicole Nicole

The food is good and it is consistently good. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu. The jerk hanger steak is a must. There is outdoor seating in the back. But when you plan to go, put lots of time aside service is slow and the kitchen has been known to get backed up, to the point where they suspend seating. So if you take patience, a sense of humor, lots of time and a laid back island attitude, you'll have a great time! Five stars, otherwise.

Mr Brick

I live in northern CT. The 80 minute drive the dozen or so times were well worth it. I hope that they reopen soon so that we could return for their Amazing Jerk Ribeyes

J Ubiwa

Tuesday night this is my spot! I love the rum punch. My family will dine here whenever they stop in town. The bar section is kind of tight so I always go to the dining area. Service is average, nothing special and no one goes out of there way. However the food more than makes up for it. I enjoy the plantain boat, jerk chicken or the steak.

A. D.

5 stars because the food is delicious . Top notch cuisine and ample portions. Everything on the menu looked appetizing. However, the wait staff needs help , it takes a while to receive your order and drinks which is understandable , since there's only 1 waitress and busboy for 10+ tables. Also , the place could use a little bit of tidying. [Silverware, floors , tables etc. ] I'm sure with more staff & a little more attention to detail would make the experience even better.

Karen ARM

I am in love with the Jerk Steak and rice & peas. I have eaten at Ripe at least 10 times within the last 3 yrs, and I am never disappointed with the food. The place is small and crowded but worth the wait. The drinks are strong. They mastered their steak recipe and it is awesome. I love their appetizers and curried goat as well.

Jane John

It's like taking a teleporter with destination set to the Caribbean. That's how I felt when I hopped into my car & entered the doors of the Ripe Kitchen & Bar. I was greeted with warm smiles & a cozy Caribbean vibe. The food is like what you dream Caribbean food should taste like - delicious! The prices were very affordable for the taste & presentation. The spring rolls are a must have. They are spring rolls with a West Indian twist. I really enjoyed this restaurant, I will return. This is one of the best Caribbean restaurants I have dined at in NYC. The space is small, but surprisingly not too crowded on that Saturday I visited, but I imagine for such a good restaurant, that's not always the case given the small space, might be crowded, so keep that in mind.

cynthia anderson

I live in NC and was in NY for Thanksgiving visiting friends. A friend recommend this spot for some good Caribbean food. There was six in our party. The atmosphere is small and quaint. The food was very good . My favorite dishes was the crab cakes and jerk chicken. $$

Ronnie D

The food in this place is incredible. The flavors and spices just makes your mouth happy and your heart sing.. The steak is my favorite, followed by the peppered shrimp.. I use the juice from my shrimp over my rice and beans.. HEAVENLY, I TELL YOU!. If you haven't been go.. It's worth it..

Orion Starr

I would have given them a 4 star but the take out serving is super small, I could eat it in 5 'forkfuls'. Their half Jerk Chicken is served in a regular small sized white dinner box with what appears to be a half spoon of Rice 'n' Peas on the side with a little veg...that my dear will set you back a good $14...when you're done you're still starving. The one positive...the flavors are REALLY great!

Jennita Coates

Small place but the food is amazing! I love coming here to eat.

Roan Lewis

I must say the drinks are always on point. Th service has gotten lot better. The only poblem i had was that they over cooked my steak. But they fixed it and it was great. Definitely going back.Visit sweetspyce.home.blog for more

Demisha Nesbitt Brooke

Very good food. It's a bit of a hole in the wall but I mean that in the most amenable way possible. The drinks are a great deal during happy hour because they are STRONG! Friendly enough staff. I would d Go back. Not many options for vegetarians

Cheray Black, RN, BSN

Location is close to my house. The wait was shorter this time around (probably because we got there earlier on a Friday). Staff service is average to good (depending on how busy they are). Food (jerk steak) is always great, drinks are strong, but good.

Maria Williams

Good place good service great food awesome drinks

Juma Sooknanan

I love their fish and steak tacos. Overall their food is delicious. Their steak is famous being the recipe that beat celebrity chef Bobby Flay in iorn chef. Good atmosphere. May be a wait but its really worth it.

Jeffrey F

The food was so tasty and flavorful and the service was exceptional

Errol Boreland

Really great food. Was recommended to me by a friend. I ordered their fish, jerk chicken, and curried goat. Nigel was really helpful and he didn't disappoint at all. Will be recommending them to anyone looking for authentic Jamaican food.

9one4 Media

Love this place. Nice intimate spot with big flavor menu items. They have a famous steak. It may not be the best cut of steak but it is cooked to perfection and the chimi sauce is to die for. Signature rum punch will have you feeling irie.

Byron Lopez

This place is authentic Jamaican food. The menu is small but it allows them to be good at everything they make. The drinks are good and really strong. One drink will have you feeling pretty buzzed.

Joanne Antoine

I Love this spot Food is absolutely delicious

elijah callender

I ate there several times and I love the order out but they had a fire and they’ve been closed for almost a year now please open again soon

Lis

This review is for the outside seating. The inside needs a major face lift. The outside ambiance was super cute! I ordered the rasta pasta and a flavored margarita. Both were good. I will come back when the weather is nice.

Saint Chris

Don't be fooled by the location and appearance. This is, in my opinion, the best restaurant in Mount Vernon. The drinks are strong, the portions are large and the atmosphere is cozy, yet comfortable. The Jerk Steak is so good, it bested Bobby Flay on his television show "Beat Bobby Flay."

Michelle Anthony

I once had here one of the best Jerk Rib-eye i ever had. I haven't been here for a while and last week we decided to check it again. They still offer great food, but i must be honest and say that something was missing. But i just have great memories from this place, that i will check it again, and i promise to update.

Terrie Williams

Ripe is a great place for Jamaican style dishes with a twist. The food is not that spicy as would be expected at a traditional Jamaican restaurant. The roast fish is my favorite and drinks from the menu are worth trying, but I prefer to have the bartender make my own mix. The service is good and comes with a bit of personality or spiciness, if you are lucky both. The atmosphere is cozy with good music.

nicholas lee

Always an amazing night out. The fish tacos are excellent.

Kaye-De-Ann

They catered a recent event for me and my guest absolutely LOVED the food. The large trays are REALLY large, I had plently of food left over, even after second and third helpings from all my guests. The RICE staff was also very kind and professional. Thank you for the great food and service.

Nykia Gibson

It was okay the customer service was good but I had to ask 3 times for water, something that should have been placed on the table upon arrival. My fiancé ordered oxtails and said it wasn't what he anticipated or heard from others and also he found a piece of FOIL in his food!!! However my stew red snapper was delicious and cooked perfectly. THE drinks are strong which is fine by me. The place is nice but narrow and kinda tight not enough space. But overall it's nice and DIVERSE. And the salad Omg is very good and the dressing tastes amazing.

Bad Milli

A must visit. Wonderful place with great drinks and dishes. Especially Taco Wednesday where the steak tacos are to die for. My my my. Small bar area but there is plenty of seating. Amazing rum punches as well...

Leah Z

The ambiance, the food, the drinks. It’s all so good! Compliments to the chef who makes the most tasteful food ever. I love the drinks from here. I love everything about this place and highly recommend if you want tasty food and great drinks!

naturals_hairloome “SabrinaBloome” Sabrina.B

The Best Jamaican style cuisine in Mount Vernon hands down! The dining experience is just top notch. Ask to be seated outside for a breath taking atmosphere touched with hints of pepper lights and green foliage mimicking the tropics.

Namic Gryndhard

Cash only with atm on premises - Dimmed lit & intimate feel of Jamaica. Food is fantastic. Servers are great(the 2 of them). I will come back to that establishment. The steak is slamming!

Dennis Scott

My Wife and I visited Ripe October 24, 2017 at evening. We were excited to finally try this restaurant. Here’s our thought: Parking: Street, lots of parking in the evenings. The Building: Dated and in need of a little facelift but I’m sure the owners are aware. The Interior: Small, the ambience dark. The Staff: Not attentive. Waited for a moment before seated as the waitress was sitting having a personal conversation by a table. Food: - Order: Curry Goat served with Lettuce and dressing (me) and Jerk Chicken Rasta Pasta (wife) - Taste: Certainly not better than other Caribbean Restaurants to justify the High cost of the meals. It would be nice to serve the curry goat meal with some good coleslaw or allow choice of dressing for the lettuce. Drinks: - Order: Red Stripe (me), Fruit punch (wife). Fruit punch was overloaded with Ice, some removed, definitely not worth the $11 tab. Weakest drink even though menu said it was strong. Note, price of drinks not shown on the menu. Overall: If you’re a foodie and haven’t tried Caribbean cuisine then this is the place to try. If you have had some good Caribbean food, it will be hard to find reasons to justify the cost of the food and drinks.

Ian Fulton

After hearing so much about this place, I gave it a try. Service was prompt (maybe due to the time of night). Food: B- , B (depending on what you order and your personal taste) Decor: F . a complete failure. Inside is dark and who thought it was a good idea to use a dark red bulb for the restroom. I didn't like the layout or decoration style at all. Too many Jamaican places don't take the time to invest in making their place of business look welcoming. Invest in making this place look like a top restaurant. I have only seen 2 other Jamaican restaurants do this. WARNING: This place is CASH ONLY!!

Sharry E

I just want to say.. that for the 1st time in my life i could honestly say that it was %100 worth the wait to get my ribeye jerk steak from here ... The rice and peas were amazing, the salad was dressed perfectly, and the steak was cooked to perfection. The only reason im giving a 4 star is because I wanted to pre-order but their phone gave a busy signal..but i can understand why now lol

Stacie Lewis

It was a little bit of a wait to be seated about 25 minutes, but after we got our table out waitress was awesome and oh my God the food was the best I've had in a restaurant outside of Jamaica will definitely be going back. Only thing I would go a bit earlier

Monirick3

Seems disrespectful to call this place a hole in the wall... Just show up with cash in hand, order a Big Ass Jamaican Jerk Steak and some rum punch, and thank me later. It's a party in your mouth for sure. It's got a nice outdoor patio in the warmer months and the cozy inside is dimly lit. Great place to take a date or visit with some friends. I have never made reservations, but you may want to depending on when you go. Even if you decide to go without reservations and have to wait a little, it is well worth the wait! If you forget your cash, they do have an ATM. I have taken four different sets of friends to RIPE as well as brought food home for my family, and the consensus is in: as long as you like spice (if you're ordering jerk) and can afford to spend approximately the price of three general admission movie tickets, then this place is for you. Portion size will not disappoint either. I learned of this little gem by watching some late night segment that Bobby Flay was on. Although, Flay has earned his accolades, he isn't exactly the singular reason I was sold; it was moreso the food porn :)

Brown Sugar

So I've been coming to Ripe. Not impressed with the server. She was very disengaged yet we gave her a lofty tip. Very disappointed that the weekday menu is so sparse. The fish entree selection soo limited. Ripe would do better to have your servers in proper uniform. Our served looked like she just came off the street and jumped in to help. Not a good look. Much more is expected.

Wilson Santiago

Excellent food. Don't let the exterior of the restuarant guide you; this place is a true culinary pleasure. The crowd is high tempo-ed and lively. Not a quiet place but fun to be at

Eli “BizziBeth”

Such a nice place . The crowd is so nice love carribean owned restaurants with a friendly welcoming atmosphere. Seems like "CHEERS" everyone knows your name. The bartender Donna is very efficient..surprisingly too bc she doesnt write down your order, shes awesome. No attitude just friendly!!!

Yesenia Fernandez

This place was amaaaazing, omg just thinking about their food is making me hungry! No, but seriously, if you're visiting Mt. Vernon you have to make a quick stop here, if not you can make reservations. The place is cozy, small, and makes you feel as if you're home or better yet, waiting on grandma's delicious jerk chicken/steak. I went for my husband's friend dinner party, and I was overjoyed by the customer service. This was my firt experience, and will be coming soon!

N Porter

Decor isn't the best but the food and drinks are phenomenal. Guests that patronize this prized Caribbean restaurant know it's all about the taste, textures and vibes. Bring a yard man or two fi a gud time! Cash only.

Kelly Vasquez

I feel like I am in the islands when we go here. It is small on the inside but that is what makes it comfy, cozy, sexy. Every plate taken from a table is cleaned of the orignal chef's creation!!!! IT IS THAT GOOD! And the drinks. Yes island rite! Please visit during the weekend, the menu gets special. I find myself craving their "Big ass jerk steak". And the tacos are perfection! GO!!! Hurry! And if your are trying to impress your date during these summer nights, sit outside and enjoy the vibe!!! Tellem Kelly said everything is Irie

Roan Lewis

The food is really great. It's a cash only restaurant. The decor is nice it has a real Jamaican authentic restaurant feel. The service on the other hand could be better. I have tried all there food and it was excellent. You have to try the steak. Overall its a really nice place

Jody Manning

My experience last night was awesome. We came in the door partying giving it a little life. The waitress came to seat us and we were like we ain't ready yet. The food was excellent and the vibes.

Celeste Brown

I learned about this restaurant from a friend/co-worker who speaks very highly about this restaurant. After hearing about it so much from her I decide to stop by one Thursday after work. We arrived at 5:00p when they opened because my friend warned that it could get crowded very quickly and that they took cash only. The restaurant resembles local food spots that you might see in Jamaica - very simply made of wood and not fancy at all. Once you enter you walk into the bar area and can either dine there, order take out or wait to be seated. The drink and food menus were very simple. Also, because it was weekday we were able to order mojitos at half the price. The mojitos were offered in various flavors (I chose Mango) and it was VERY strong but got sweetened the closer I got to the bottom of the glass. For appetizers, my friend ordered the codfish spring rolls and I ordered the jerk chicken quesadilla. I wasn't impressed with either appetizer but the quesadilla was best out of the two in my opinion. For our entrees, my friend ordered the rasta pasta with shrimp which I have had at footprints in Brooklyn but this version blew footprints version out of the water. It was absolutely delicious and the shrimp complimented it perfectly. I am not a steak lover but after seeing all the yelps about the jerk steak I had to give it a try. I personally haven't had a steak like that in a longtime. It was very meaty and extremely tender but not overly seasoned. It comes with a salad and rice and peas or white rice. I didn't care much for the rice and peas at all. I am definitely returning for that steak and the rasta pasta although I would love to try the oxtails also. Before leaving my friend and I had already made plans to return with our other co-workers.

Reds Fraser

My cousins and I met there, not having seen each other in some time. The staff was so friendly and catered to our every need. And they even let us stay for a short while even after the restaurant closed and we had finished our meal. Thank you!! Oh and the food and drinks were on point too!!

Jason Martin

The food here is phenomenal; they really know how to throw in down in the kitchen. On the other hand, the customer service is horrid for no reason. For a restaurant to have so much respect for its meals, the owner should really put an emphasis on explaining to their employees the meaning of customer service. The young Coolie/Indian girl that they have worker there is in for some real life lessons if she carries on like that in her everyday life; the girl needs some correcting and training on the importance of customer service. I could easily say that its a Jamaican establishment, what should I expect? I'm just saying that the food shouldn't be the direct opposite of the service provided.

Randolph Clarke

The atmosphere, food and drinks were all spot on. It caught me by surprise because once you entered the doors you're in a completely different world from what it's surrounded by outside. It's like an oasis in the middle of a dry neighborhood !!

Jessica F.

The experience was like no other. Both Courtney and Spirit were attentive to all of their customers. These ladies were even engaging with a baby and the couple next to us. They made my husband and I feel like family. It was our first time at RIPE and Courtney gave us her favorite suggestions and was patient with all of our questions. These ladies were in sync with their service. The drinks were PHENOMENAL, both the mango mojito and the rum punch!!! That coconut and garlic fish was beyond DELICIOUS. Make sure you get the rice and peas... oh and the maduros... plantains. As well as the cod fish spring roll. This has become our OVERNIGHT FAVORITE place to go to... we went three nights in a row... and it was great every night.

Dionne Castillo

Taco Wednesdays a wonderful experience. Passionfrit Margarita recommended. We had a wonderful server Kerry, who is amazing. Ripe is a diamond in the ruff with consistently kind, quick, and courteous service

C. Lolita

Crowded but worth it. Food are in large portions and delicious. Fine Carribean music, drinks, dining experience. Outside patio as well. Beautiful ppl and awesome Rum Punch drinks. A must go to at least once in life. Luckily, I stay near by lol

Tabitha Dorcas Bonsu

Great place for a nice, well seasoned meal, customer service was good too, the place is really small though, I didn't really like the ambiance, I believe it has an intimate feel to it but guest were on top of each other not enough space for room.

Joseph Vernon

Can sometime get crowded, but only because they have good food (And since the place is not huge). Food made from the heart, and you can taste the love in it. Little poetic I know, but this place is unique enough for me to stop here once in a while.

Jaison Panacherry

Ribeye jerk steak is amazing. Also tried the rasta pasta also very good love the flavor, the food and drinks here are solid, highly recommend. Location of the restaurant is not your neighborhood Applebees.

Adam Harvey

Cash only, but WORTH IT for that award-winning rib eye. Most tender fat you can find on a steak. And I do not like fatty steaks...

Natasha DeLeon (Miss. D)

Very small restaurant very low lighting steps to go up restaurant... But excellent food and drinks. There were only 2 servers on the floor but they were great pleasant and patient.

Andrew Taverner

This place is great. Steak is delicious. I cannot convey to you how excellent the food here is so you should just come to experience it for yourself.

C Wyatt

The food is great and makes the long wait for the food worth it . If there was a negative it would be the wait but I would recommend to anny and everybody to go here. I had the jerk steak for the first time and I'll be getting that again

Helena Grant

Absolutely DELICIOUS each and Everytime. Small inside so prepare to wait. Can get crowded. The Escovitch Fish is my Favorite here!!! TRUE Island Vibes!!

Whitney Davis

I absolutely love thier food it's so tasty! The Big Ass Rib Eye Steak, the cod fish spring rolls and cuban boat, oh and we can't forget about the rasta pasta. Its small quaint and I love it.

Lauren singleton

The food is amazing and the service is great. It just needs a bit more moving room but other than that... No complaints!

Nico “Nico”

Food, great atmosphere, great drinks, great My only issue is the premises is small so when everyone wants to come, (and they will because its great) it can be difficult to come in and have a proper meal or drink but really I loved it the bar just felt a little crowded

Dr. Robert Bennett

Food is always good, service can be spotty when crowded but can't put 100% on wait staff since it's only one person taking all of the orders and doing as good of a job as can be expected. Would give 5 stars, if they get that worked out.

Lizzett Campos

this place is amazing but to be honest the cheff was on vacation and the food knew it.we knew it there were dishes like the rolls wer not being served I'm gonna go back again I've been going for over 10 years always with New friends.

Alyssa Coverdale

Great spot!!!!

Charnay Phaire

Jerk Rib Eye is amazing along with the rum punch! Makes you feel like you are on vacation. Be sure to book early. There is usually at least a 45 minute wait.

John Dice

They cook really good. I don't go out a lot and eat, because I end up wasting money on bland and tasteless food. This place is 100% worth it. 😋 …

Tanisha Torres

Drinks are so good and the red snapper was tasty!

N Titus

I haven't been in years, but I see after last night there are regular folks hanging out by the bar making it super tight. Didn't like the crowd!

oneladychef S

Home of the best jerk ribeye steak. Saw this place on "Beat Bobby Flay" and have been going ever since (at least 7 years). We travel an hour to eat this food. DELICIOUS!

Greg Clarke

Authentic Jamaican food. The jerk chicken is flavorful and tasty. The service was standard and the drinks were smartly named. Very cozy restaurant.

Doll Unicorn Robinson

The food was awesome and the drinks are amazing pricing is good. I have been here more than once and I am never disappointed .

Marcus Denny

Service and atmosphere was great, i was very comfortable. Howeverii i think renovations need to be gradually done for this restaurant to really thrive. Unlimited potential!

Kieanna R Jackson

Well the food was more then what I expected. Presentation was superb. Staff could of been more talkative to customer, the they make it up in the unique taste of the dishes. I will be coming back

Michelle Puma

Love their happy hour, staff is nice and friendly. Food is delicious but should have more options in the menu

Antoinette Bakayoko

I've been here several times prior to having my Birthday dinner here April 2015 the ambiance and service was spectacular not to mention the food was delectable . I would recommend this Restruant as a date night with friends or as a couple. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Alicia Simmons

I always get the steak so I decided to try something different. The rasta pasta was excellent! I got the chicken and shrimp. A lot of food for the money.

Cleatus Gibson

One of The best tasting Caribbean food in the Mt Vernon. It a different spin to the normal foods that we love from back home.

Sinnamatic

Excellent food, the atmosphere is reminiscent of an old time back good Jamaican hole in the wall, which adds to the charm,I highly recommend the Big Ass Jamaican Jerk Ribeye Steak

Allyson Washington

The food was fantastic but the service was a bit slow and the wait staff were arguing in view of the customers. Nothing that really ruined our meal but it was still strange.

Kenneth McNeil

You can smell this place several blocks down the road the jerk pork enter chicken is delicious. They have a parking lot and it's a little tight but it's worth it especially at night to go in there and try their food.

Nikisha Richards

I love the food here. Omg the stake and the spinach heaven. Be careful with the drinks they crepe up on you. Nice, quiet ambience

bronx finest

I love this place..I am not going into full details. If you never go here, your loss. The food and drinks are magnificent.

Cyril Wyse

Really good food but loust service. The staff seems disengaged and allof. No one answers the telephone no matter what day or time you call.

Dj BangsWell

food is great, service could be better but thats what you get when you dealing with Jamaicans in ny lmao ..(NO OFFENSE) ....overall great atmosphere, & great food! For first timers order the BIG ASS STEAK .....wont be disappointed !

Nakeda Garricks-Smith

I went on a Saturday night so very busy, so the service was kind of slow but they were still kind patient and the food was excellent and the drinks were strong.

Lori Myvett

The food and service was fantastic! I would definitely have dinner and drinks here again...cozy place to hang

Kiy Jones

The food was pretty good. I ordered the Rasta pasta, jerk chicken, and oxtail takeout. I've had better but this is a decent substitute.

Christine Richards

The food is very delicious.i order a rasta pasta.also have a rumpunch with jamaica rum in it.the place is very small.i have to wait almost 2hrs to get a table to have my dinner..

Teir M

The atmosphere was good but the attitude from the hostess/waitress was horrible. Will make one more attempt to visit as everyone has a bad day sometimes.

candy Lawrence

The food is great, the settings reminds me of back home, the staff is pleasant and did i mention the food is devine. Not to mention the alcoholic beverages, they are not shy with the alcohol

Truely Best and Blessed

Had a great time at happy hour with the plantain boat and peper shrimp. My mango mojito was amazing thanks to donna.

Frederick Chambers

Nice place to go.. The food is good and the ambiance is cosey. Finding a spot like this in the Mount Vernon Westchester area was wonderfull. Its just across the Bronx Border Line.. North on Pitman ave.

Shatner Pierre

Nice neighborhood spot I usually get the ox tails. You should order something else so when I go they will always have enough oxtails for me.

Oneale Yearwood

Nice, nice and nice. Food was excellent. That was my first time and I would go again. I wish that credit cards were accepted.

Alrick collins Sr.

Great food. You can get a chance to meet the chef, and owner, good mood, I recommend checking it out.

LiJuice Thomas

Ordered the Jerk chicken to see what all the hype was about. Tender and well seasoned. Some good stuff but a little on the expensive side. Have had better jerk on white plains rd...

keisha lewis

I went here last night with my husband. Nice ambiance, the rib eye steak was excellent and also the rasta pasta.

Michael T

Great food great service they have the world's best crab cakes, plaintain with saltfish mad , nice ambiance the only drawback is it's cash only.Totally Jamaican love it will tell my friends.

Michelle Williams

The curry goat was tough but the employees were nice. I will try the spot again. I just won't order the curry goat.

Nicki T

Good food and great service. Every time I go, the food is delicious!

Mr. “HVACIZME” Turnbull

COD fish spring rolls are to die for. The drinks are great and the lighting in the restaurant is excellent. I'm always there.

Adrian Clarke

I eat there Tuesday 8/28/18 food was great but one of the workers was wearing sleeveless over my food don't think that's appropriate

Sharon Burgess-Blades

This is one of my favorite spots. Drinks are always on point. Food is good. Never disappointed.

Shelly Shell

No questions about it, definitely the spot to be, great food and vibe. Best steak and absolutely best rum punch around!!

Lady E

Great food, service, atmosphere and drinks were amazing!

Josh Pumper

This place is great for food but males sure you clear a full 24hrs because the wait is all day unless you take out thank me later

tonesha francis

Great food and atmosphere also nice drinks and portions. Reasonable prices

Terri ann Edwards

One of my all time favorite places. I have been going here since its inception and they have never disappointed.

Sim Mena

The Food is great! Dimmed lit atmosphere; a nice setting for a romantic date.

Tasha BK

Love this place... wish it was a little roomier , but the awesome drinks and great food is the reason I keep coming back !

Ezekiel Valdez

Absolutely the best Caribbean cooking in the city, truly a Gem in Mount Vernon/the Bronx. Do not take my word for it, go and see for yourself

Jerome Green

When here once food was so good when I got home I've been back 3 times in less than a week.

Corey Pierce

If you you are looking for a traditional Jamaican restaurant with an astomphere of be in the island. This is a great place to get away and enjoy a go meal.

Leilani Lebron

Service & food are always on point. Steak cooking as requested. Staff is very nice & welcoming

Yvonne Evans

Food was great and service was great.... drinks was not watered down! Love this place

Emanuel B

Great food! Try the Rasta pasta and the jerk chicken wings. You won't regret it!

Ma Dukes

Lovely place,food is delicious, service is great and the ambiance is everything..

Carlos Justiniano

Had a real good time Everyone was nice Friendly. food was phenomenal..

shamori kennings

Great food and music... lovely atmosphere....great for a date night or a lil ting with friends

Jovan PRICE

Whaaaa I had them cater my engagement party I was so in love with the food here!

daniel bowen

I had pasta steak and rum punch Donna is my best friend in the whole wide world

DeeAnn Phillips

This restaurant is CASH ONLY. Very important since there aren't any banks close by if you only have plastic.

Salima Levy

Amazing as always. Be prepared to wait for food. Wish they'd give you bread or chips or something to nibble on

Sandra Reyes

Great place:) food is wonderful. Thanks to my in laws for bringing me here!!! Will be back

Zalika Taylor

Amazing, amazing food!!! You have a bit of wait time but totally worth it🙂 …

Crystal Young

The best jerk steak I've ever had, on the weekends there is a long wait but it is worth the wait & the money

Tre Johnson

Good food indeed, service a little crazy lol but still go thru

Sarah

Great food, great service the staff serve you with a smile and always remember your name.

Roxie

Excellence service. Awesome place to relax and have great time. It makes.me.feel like I'm back in the Caribbean.

Xell52

Food is very good, services is so so, atmosphere, while authentic, leaves a lot to be desired

Jannette “Badia” Coleman

Best oxtails around And steak

Slimbean17

Great food and all around experience authentic jamaican cuisine highly recommended

Biko Stevens

Food is amazing but need to work on the kitchen start and prep times. Waiting time is ridicoulus.

jinjah bread

Great place for a date. It has a feeling of being in the city or the village. Great atmosphere and good food.

Jeffery Staten

This restaurant is the best of the best, friendly staff , nice and warm atmosphere, clean, and the food is amazing.

Tiffany EL

Chicken Rasta pasta was on point.....nice place great food 5ive stars for sure

Alexandra A

Friendly staff and good service in the bar area. Good happy hour specials.

Aubrey “Mark” Roache

My favorite spot in Mt Vernon. It feels like home where conversations are bountiful and the food is incredibly delicious...

Sheriece Scarlett

Wonderful cuisine with a authentic twist of Jamaican food. Great ambience

Laurel Haye

Food was very good I felt like I was back home in the islands J .A for real feels very homie

KATANGA JOSEPH

Food was good but the wait time to long need more staff.

Marie Rowe

The fried fish was so good. My mango martini was good and strong 👍 …

April Young

My favorite Caribbean spot. Especially in the summer months. I love the outside dining!

Toure Gardiner

I've been coming to ripe since 2003. The service is top notch and food is second to none!

Maureen Maitland

The food was tasty, but the service was very very slow.

Yannick Crawford

Great food, but it's the 21st century and still cash only. I understand why but it's an annoyance.

Louissa Simmons

Love the food, the atmosphere and the service,.... the rum punch the ultimate best

Keith G Lewis Jr.

Fantastic food! Ok service. Great cozy environment.

Phil Foster (Philtu2)

Damn good Jerk Ribeye! The rear of the menu is great as well. Always a good time at Ripe.

Daniel Abillama

Good food....rasta past with chicken is amazing...but the server Courtney is incredibly rude and unprofessional.

Carmen Jackson

Its is nice little laid back spot....Real jamaican style cooking n feel. Must go and I will return

David Markowitz

Great ambiance, friendly service, loved the food. Generous helpings.

Kandes Francique

Best food hands down am very happy with the staff and the food total deliciousness

Romeo Howard

There food is wonderful and there service is great I felt very welcome there

Mariam Sane

Food was delicious as always definitely try the jerk steak

Michael Trinidad

Jerked ribeye steak is one of the best steaks I've ever had!

Dallas Melendez

Simply put, the best jerk chicken i've ever had! Just make sure to bring some paper money.

Georgia Panton

Exquisitely prepared food, I always enjoy my time here.

T Nelson

Food was good. Service was not the best. Place is very small

nashema rivers

Steak was amazing. Drinks were ok. Could be better

Janice Burroughs

This is one of the best rib eye steaks I've ever had!

D Andre

Food was good, no major complaints. Also was fulfilling.

Clayton Dixon

Food was surprising good. Service was fast . Cozy Spot

manuel gomez

Excellent food, great vibes, did I say awesome food

Leon Gary Pinkston

Nice atmosphere food is wonderful. What a hidden gem.

Larissa

Food was great the vibe made me feel like i was really in the Caribbean.

Luisa Fuentes

The food was incredible and the service was outstanding.

Sharon Randolph

Very good Caribe food large portions ,good service

Cecile Lindsay-Smith

Nice rustic little restaurant. The curried goat and the braised oxtail were mouthwatering.

Donalee Thomas

Great experience. Staff was very attentive! Would highly recommend

Mel Ri

The food was excellent but it took forever to get the food.

Auds Smith

Lovely home feel and vibe and fantastic serving staff and great food

Humberto Rivera

Food was great and don't forget the great drinks

Sharlene Fagan

Great food and drinks, will be returning soon

Sandra Woods

Love the food, nice & cozy atmosphere.

J. Foy

Food was o.k. service was good. I wouldn't go back tho.

Lasherne Dickson

I LOVE LOVE LOVE the staff!!!! So welcoming!!! Food & drinks are awesome!!!

Tai Matthews

Great food, great atmosphere especially in the summertime

David Hinds

Best kept secret of My. V. Food waz outstanding & superb service

Audrey Murray

It is so good except for the wait and it does not take cards

Alexandrea Hall

Small restaurant but the big ask jerk steak is AMAZING

Victor Alcalde

Good Jamaican food and drinks in a nice relaxed environment.

Samantha Goyburu

Great food!

Cedrick Niles

A Nice Contemporary Setting, Great West Indian Food and good Service.

susan.t d

Great food, cool vibe. Cash only

tarshika e

Good Food, Great Atmosphere , Drinks on Point

WAED Communications (Waining thru the City)

Food was delicious loved the Codfish spring rolls.

Mike Drys

Food was good. Very tight spot though.

Mak McAvoy

Great food. Nice quite place

kareemallah wiggins

Food, drink and service were very good

Yaw Affum

Great spot. Good food, good drinks, good vibes.

Alejandro Middleton

Amazing drinks and good-looking. Getbthe rib eye.

Mark Brown

Rasta pasta is delicious. Rum punch is authentic.

Maiysha Bedford

There is always a wait, regardless of when you go. But it's worth the wait

A. Dacres

Wonderful as usual. Great food and family

Kente's Daughter

The Rasta Pasta is E-V-E-R-Y-T-H-I-N-G!

Antoinette King

The best steak hands down! They can't be beat.

Badih Ameen

they make the best spiced ryobe steak.

Keisha Armaud

AH-MAZ-ING FOOD! Plan to return and become a regular! So good!

lovine dellophine

The food was good but The vegetables was poor

Alethia Jarrett

Small and cozy restaurant and the food is awesome.

Pierre Brooks

Awesome steak and I need to get the other stuff

Samuel Petit-Homme

The best in Westchester. Lay back Caribbean vibe. Love it!!!

Mia Chaney

Steak is so good. You have to try it

Winsome Sharpe

Good is great! It's a small restaurant

Greg Fishman

Jerk steak is ridiculously good and totally unique.

Latin Flayva

Service sucks BUT the food is phenomenal!!!

Edson Salomon

I'm Eddie I love your food guys keep it up

Carlene McFarlane

Food is very tasty wonderful staff

Kenneth Johnson

Wonderful flavors!...good food.

S. Campbell

Cozy and can be quiet...Food could be better...a little salty

Shereen A

Good food especially the Jerk steak!

Warren Gordon

The food was good i enjoyed the stake

Arthur Hurley

Best food, great atmosphere.

Michelle Brown

Spicy Jamaican meals. Cozy hangout with Jamaican vibe.

robert marshall

The food is well-made and delicious

Aaron Waldron

Excellent jerk chicken with outstanding customer service.

Nathaniel Wood, Jr

Great food and drinks with great service 👍 …

renee thompson

The atmosphere is lovely ...I'll be bck soon

amethyst vicens

Not a wide variety of things, but the food is okay

Roschelle Salmon

Excellent food, rich in flavor and quality!!!

Julius Nwosu

Just what the chef have ordered, delicious food

Ty Ron

Doesn't matter what u order......EVERYTHING there is good!!!!!

Anna Schermerhorn-Collins

Food, drinks, ambiance and company. I love Ripe!

L Palmer

The steak was on of the best I ever had

MANNY STYLES

Great food, service is ok

Lorraine Muir

Transports you to Jamaica visually viscerally and taste

Dominique Ofa

Love it! Jerk wins 3 my goodness so good!!

K Rhooms

A hole in the wall with urban/ghetto Jamaican vibes. Food is ok

Angela Green

The food was good and the service was right

dana ntim

Really good. They just need to except cards.

Darlene Scott

Don't have enough room to sing praise about this place love love love it

Thalian Rojas

Awesome and delicious jerk chicken wings!

LA Green

Great food and atmosphere!

Mr Kelvin

Small but nice, staff was great !

Dionne Coke

Currently undergoing renovations after a fire...looking forward to the reopening

Terrence O. James

The food quality has declined and the operation is very slow.

Bridget LeGare

The food is delicious and beautiful!

Dakarai Maynard

A taste of Jamaica right here in westchester.

Marlene Smith

Love this small intimate restaurant and lounge.

Daniella Teape Njeba

Great food, long wait !

Fypm Skrillz

Nice and cozy. Good eats

Steve Spencer

Good hospitality and great food 💖👍🏿👍🏿 …

Fari Taylor

Intimate setting makes you feel right at home

Evelyn Funderburke

The food was great as always.

Vera Allen

Best Jamaican food outside of Jamaica.

Marlon Smith

Nice food I can't stop eating it.......

Michelle Khan

Good food, always busy

GARRY ASHBY

KERRI was very nice and the food was very tasty

Eleno Grant

Curry goat and jerk chicken was great.

A J

It was fun after being stuck in the bridge for an hour

Diana Wright

Quaint and sexy and the food is savoring.

Cleon Spencer

Good food and great service...

Idowu Odubanjo

It's a calm and traditional restaurant

Daphney Boutin

Delicious authentic Jamaican food!

Linda Akuamoah - Sarfo

Nice food and great service

Simplest Sophie

The food was just okay to me.

millz millz

Nice rice and peas good food

Cynthia Martin

Food and drinks are excellent!

Sheena Moultrie

Tiny place, good food.

Alexander Brathwaite

Nice intimate spot very crowded

saundra crews

Good food, people and vibe!

Keitha Campbell

Excellent appetizer and drinks.

Colin Allum

That Jerk Steak was EVERYTHING! Irie!

Crist Ortiz

I miss you guys is been to long close

Robert Williams

Best steak in the area.

eva forde

The plantain boat is the best!

Cedain Smith

Love the food, and the environment.

cassandra ambersley

Great place to have dinner

Shante Holmes

Nice spot good vibes and ppl

Duane Turner

Great food and service

Rich McLymont

Insanely good eats!

Der Worth

Jerk Steak on point! Nuff said

Robert Neal

great food

Brian Bennett-Easy

Very Good Steak

Danica Ward

Taco Wedensday and rum punch!

Miss Slim

GOOD FOOD

Missy L

Good food

Cliveth Reid

Food and Beverage is LIT. 100%

Cleon Spencer

Good food and service.

April Smalls

Drinks on point, the tacos are the biz

Angelo Blue

Great food and drinks

pamela fernandez

Good food

Carlos Campos

The food is great.

don esqwire

BIRTHDAY DINNER WAS GREAT

Maurice Carter

Food was very very good

George Hughes

Great food and drinks

Nellie Phillips

I love the jerk steak

Deenolise Carrasco

Food and drinks excellent 😋😋😋😋 …

FrankJames dibrino

Love ❤ the jerk steak

Tea Samuel

Food was delish.

Jay AutoBody

Good food and service

orville morgan

The food too hot

Les Grossman

Jerk steak best ever

Rose's R Redd

Food was amazing!!

Jup Rob

Great date spot

joe joe

Food and drinks are on point

TONI VAUGHN

Food is delicious!

Amir Mohammed

Excellent food!

jdorset1 (That Dude)

Good good

Shatekwa Cunningham

Jerk Ribeye was everything.

Jerome Fisher

Fine jamaican cuisine.

tivon neal

Nice and low key

Beat

Good food and drinks

Cheerup Cheerup

Great food.

Tahlia Tanner

Food is so good

Taniedra M

Food is great!

Latasha Hall

The food is amazing

Jilian Acevedo

Simply delicious

D Coore

Really good food

Francina McGriff

The STEAK IS UNBELIEVABLE!!!

Veronica Bennett

Good food and drinks ...

Joseph E Mason

Classic island food

Jan C-G

Superb food & drink!!!!

M Garcia

FANTASTIC Food & Ambience

Francine Finley

Food was good

Rafael Roa

Great!!

Damany Grant

Fabulous. Heart breaken

Kev Tomlinson

Dope!

Ivan Muniz

Ok

Richard Kelly

Excellent

Evrit Graham

Food is amazing

Audley Fraser

Food no good

christine morris

Worth it

Sher fabulous

Good

Ms Mac

Pure Yumminess!!

stacy Cain

Loved the food

Tamesha Coleman Manifestation

THE FOOD IS DELICIOUS

Latoya Case

Excellent food

Jwhite mobay

Wonderful

ronald green

Relax atmosphere..

Noel Henry

Awesome

Cathy Francavilla

Awesome

Ayoka Whittaker

Great food

Mr shim

Excellent food

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