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Order the best Caribbean near Troy, NY

Best Caribbean Restaurants Nearby in Troy

Irie Vybez

Irie Vybez

4.3
(4k+)
• Jamaican • Dessert
$0 delivery fee • 7.7 mi • 38 min
"Jerk Chicken was insane! fresh, full of flavor and big portion sizes. Been going here for over 10 years. Always amazing!"
"The food is good. I will say, the portions is 90% rice 10% proteins. It tastes fresh and and authentic. However I could have my gal make better food. It's not worth $60, probably won't order again unless I'm craving a heap ton of rice. The plantains were really good. Other than that, have your own cook"
Oxtails
Includes rice and peas or white rice, steamed vegetables or plantains.
$28.91
Jerk Chicken
Includes rice and peas or white rice, steamed vegetables or plantains.
$19.44
Curry Chicken
Includes rice and peas or white rice, steamed vegetables or plantains.
$17.57
Curry Goat
Includes rice and peas or white rice, steamed vegetables or plantains.
$19.67
Hot Spot Jamaican American Cuisine

Hot Spot Jamaican American Cuisine

4.1
(2k+)
• Breakfast • Soup
$0 delivery fee • 7.5 mi • 42 min
Farther away
"Was missing the corn on the cob, but I've been ordering this soup lately and this time it was so much better. It was so delicious this time more than 1 piece of chicken more veggies and more dumplings. I love this soup I got this time."
"Chicken Soup was very flavorful and delicious but I come from a Jamaican family and am used to very hearty soup. The portion could've been larger for a $14+ soup, considering it was mostly liquid. There were a few small dumplings in there, chicken, carrots and potatoes but there should've been more. The Boiled Daumplings are overly priced at $8 for three boiled dumplings. Typically, my soup is made with these sized dumplings in it. The 2pcs Fried Dumplings were pretty small for the price but everything tasted delicious. I just think the portions don't justify th high prices but the quality is there and the flavor is unmistakably delicious. Everything tasted very fresh & was def authentic."
Chicken Soup
This Jamaican Soup is a delicious hearty, warming soup with authentic flavors
$10.31
Beef Patty
Jamaicas 1 Fast food- filling is spiced and baked fresh daily
$4.63
Jerk Chicken
A Jamaican staple- chicken marinated in a spicy blend for hours and slow- grilled to perfection
$24.68
Fish Fry
Light, flaky and never greasy fish on a bun
$7.56
Amanecer cafe

Amanecer cafe

4.6
(40+)
• Caribbean • Coffee Shop
$0 delivery fee • 0.3 mi • 22 min
$5 off on $40+
Dulce De Leche Iced Coffee
Dulce de leche ( milk- based caramel ), coffee and whole milk. topped with whipped cream and dulce de leche
$3.7
Birria Tacos
3 crispy corn tortillas dipped in birria broth, filled with melted chihuahua cheese, tender, slow-braised beef birria, onion and cilantro. served with consommé for dipping, salsa and slices of lime
$12.66
Chilaquiles
(Red or Green) Crispy tortilla chips in salsa, two eggs your way, topped with Oaxaca cheese, Queso Fresco, Mexican cream, pickle onion and cilantro.
$17.14
French Toast Combo
2 eggs cook on your way, 3 slice of french toast top with powdered sugar, and 3 bacon.
$14.25
L'Roca Restaurant & Lounge

L'Roca Restaurant & Lounge

4.5
(100+)
• American • Bar and Grill
$0 delivery fee • 8.1 mi • 43 min
Farther away
"Literally amazing! The small L'Roca Feast Platter feeds 3 people easy! I've dined in and receive great service and atmosphere! Definitely go, their chicharrons and yuca fries are the best I've had in Albany!"
"The food was very good! We don’t have many good Dominican restaurants upstate and so far this is the best one I’ve tried. Everything had great flavor. My only suggestion would be a little less fat on the oxtail, but overall, I really enjoyed the food and will definitely be back."
Oxtail Delight
a tender, slowly braised oxtail stew pulled and tossed with its own juices, mixed with mascarpone and pecorino. Served as pasta or a creamy risotto. A versatile and flavorful dish that blends classic and modern tastes
$25.39
Empanadas Trio
Three handmade empanadas made with wheat or gluten-free dough, perfectly golden and crispy, filled with juicy, perfectly seasoned ingredients. Served with the sauce of your choice. Irresistible in every bite
$12.42
Beef Stew
Tender beef cooked in a flavorful tomato and spice sauce, perfect to pair with rice or mashed potatoes.
$20.13
Passionfruit Juice
Chicken with fresh herbs, garlic, and lemon, served with your choice of sides
$6
Organa Juice Bar

Organa Juice Bar

4.7
(300+)
• Juice Bars & Smoothies • Sandwiches
$0 delivery fee • 0.8 mi • 26 min
"8 Piece Boneless Veggie Wings were bigger than I thought they would be and did not have a flavor that made you think they were anything but boneless wings. I am not vegetarian, but I prefer these. With boneless chicken, it can be a hit and miss with the texture, shape, and dryness. These wings were consistent with each bite. Peanut Butter Pump I could taste the banana and peanut butter. The flavor was good but not overpowering. I have tried from other locations and they were usually bitter. I will order this again. Sweet Potato Fries were standard. I would rate them a 3 out of 5 on their own. I will probably heat my own fries when ordering to save some money. Additional notes. I was worried I would be hungry afterward, but I was satisfied with the amount given."
"NEVER MISS!! Owner actually cares how the food goes out!! I swear they don't make small businesses like this anymore!! Breakfast, Lunch and dinner they do it all! Taste amazing for all! Vegans vegetarians or not you'll love it here! Because I do!"
Classic Chic'n Sandwich
Almond based Belgian waffle, plant based Chic' N, Veggie bacon with fruits.
$10.58
Vegan Chic'n & Waffles
Boneless Veggie tenders with your choice of sauce. (Garlic Parm, Buffalo, Organa sauce, Mango habanero, Plain)
$14.63
Vegan BLT
Seasoned fries, drizzled with vegan ranch, cheese sauce ,topped with veggie bacon and green onions.
$10.46
Goodway Gourmet Bakery

Goodway Gourmet Bakery

4.7
(40+)
• Bakery • Cakes
$0 delivery fee • 1.1 mi • 24 min
"The absolute BEST rum cakes in the history of everything! Lol! Seriously, everything they make is delicious!"
"Amazing rum cake! My favorite is the gluten free rum cake you would NEVER know it’s gluten free. "
Coconut Butter Rum Cake
Talk about comfort foods, this is a comfort cake! Savor every bite of this luscious rum cake made with real coconut milk.
$18.82
Gourmet Caribbean Rum Cake
Our original Caribbean rum cake made of only the choicest ingredients. Hand baked from scratch with our own special recipe, this flavorful cake is made with real butter, pure Madagascar vanilla, and real dark Bacardi rum.
$19.48
Mini Carribean Rum Cake
You’ll go bananas over our moist, rich buttery cake bursting with mounds of banana flavor. Our one of a kind banana sauce using real rum makes it…well, you be the judge!
$8.94
Ripe Banana Rum Cake
Decadent brownies.
$15.58
I Love Rosa

I Love Rosa

4.8
(900+)
• Mexican • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 4.9 mi • 30 min
Rave Reviews
"So much food for only $10! And delicious to boot. I highly recommend the empanadas. The meat was very juicy and well seasoned and the outside was fried to perfection. I got the burrito bowl for lunch and that was enough food for me for at least two meals. "
"Literally the best food spot in the 518. Obsessed with the pepper Rotisserie Pepper Chicken . You get a HUGE piece of chicken plus sides for 9.99$. So flavorful, fresh herbs , Rice is just like how my mom makes it ❤️ & big ol plantains 😋🤤"
Mexican Churros
Crisp, golden wonders, lightly kissed with cinnamon sugar and accompanied by rich chocolate, caramel, and sprinkle.
$5.07
Enchiladas Supreme
Three homemade tortillas stuffed with your choice of braised chicken, beef, artisan chorizo, or mixed veggies, smothered in melted cheese, supreme sauce, sour cream, and pico de gallo.
$12.34
Burrito Bowl
Yellow rice, beans, pico de gallo, cheese and your preferred filling braised chicken, beef, artisan chorizo or mixed veggies, served with pico de gallo, sour cream and salsas.
$10.87
Burritos
A hearty, fresh tortilla wrapped around yellow rice, beans, pico de gallo, cheese, and your preferred filling, braised chicken, beef, artisan chorizo, or mixed veggies, served with pico de gallo, sour cream and salsas.
$10.73
Grill and Wraps

Grill and Wraps

4.5
(100+)
• Mediterranean • Halal
$0 delivery fee • 10.1 mi • 37 min
Farther away
"The gyro was good and hot, the fries have A LOT , you get quite a good amount of food"
"Food was fresh and well seasoned. Fries were soggy but not a big deal since it was delivery. My Mango pineapple Smoothie was so delicious and enough to split with my two boys as a sweet treat. Pricing is fair and portions are perfect. "
23. Beef Gyro Meal
Served with fries and choice of 20 oz. soda.
$11.16
24. Lamb GyroMeal
Fresh lettuce red onions pickles mayonnaise and ketchup. served with fries and choice of 16 oz. soda. choose a soda pepsi diet pepsi 7up mountain dew.
$10.93
Cheeseburger Meal
French fries, Onions Rings, Cheese Sauce, White Sauce, Pico de gallo( red onion, tomato and cilantro) jalapeño pepper
$10.41
Food Land Deli & Grocery (The Red Store)

Food Land Deli & Grocery (The Red Store)

4.4
(100+)
• Wings • Deli
$0 delivery fee • 2.8 mi • 39 min
"Their Beef Gyro with Fries & Soda was delicious!"
"The sandwich was so disgusting. It was why it was so soggy and I barely had a meat inside of it. "
Beef Bacon, Egg & Cheese
Steak cheese and caramelized onion sandwich.
$5.91
Chop Cheese with Fries & Soda
4 pieces. breaded or battered crispy chicken.
$11.97
Mozzarella Sticks (6 Pieces)
Poultry sandwich.
$7.28
Sabroso Birria Tacos

Sabroso Birria Tacos

4.5
(700+)
• Tacos • Sweets
$0 delivery fee • 0.3 mi • 18 min
"The Mexican Nachos with vegetables was delicious! It included lettuce, fresh made salsa, beans and I think minced stir fried onions, peppers, and zucchini all well seasoned with black pepper. I also love the Jamaica from here and order it every time! The taste of hibiscus is there but the sugar added counteracts the tartness. "
"I don't usually write reviews but this is one of my go to places. They have great variety and the food is always on point. There's always a promotion going on and a rewards system that helps you save when you're consistent. I live pretty close by and my food is always on time. The burritos are always stuffed and the nacho portions are pretty good. Writing this review as I eat my go to burrito and nachos!!"
Birria Tacos
Handmade corn tortillas filled with oaxaca cheese and birria, garnished with onion and cilantro, served with dipping broth, lime, and salsa.
$12.33
Quesadilla
A large handmade corn tortilla filled with Oaxaca cheese and your choice of protein. Accompanied by lettuce, pico de gallo and salsa and lemon
$14.22
Burrito
Large flour tortilla stuffed with rice, refried pinto beans, your choice of protein, pico de gallo,, salsa, sour cream, add shredded american cheese and lettuce for an extra charge.
$14.95
Churros
Deep fried dough, sprinkled with sugar, cinnamon and chocolate.
$6.08
Chipotle Mexican Grill

Chipotle Mexican Grill

4.4
(300+)
• Mexican • Bowls
$0 delivery fee • 3.4 mi • 34 min
"Past 2 times I've ordered a double wrap burrito. Wasn't even full of the stuff. I ordered a more wrapped than anything and they will not even let you leave a memo because they choose not to, but you're spending all this money"
"The burritos are always top-notch… But for some reason, the chips are constantly over salted and sometimes stale… Why are we so heavily salting? The chips lay off the salt guys. Half of the bag is generally inedible because there's so much salt on them. Otherwise great work on the main course because the burritos are top-notch. Thank you."
Burrito Bowl
Your choice of freshly grilled meat or sofritas served in a delicious bowl with rice, beans, or fajita veggies, and topped with guac, salsa, queso blanco, sour cream or cheese.
$16.55
Burrito
Your choice of freshly grilled meat or sofritas wrapped in a warm flour tortilla with rice, beans, or fajita veggies, and topped with guac, salsa, queso blanco, sour cream or cheese.
$16.68
Chips & Queso Blanco
Cheese in a Flour Tortilla with your choice of meat, sofritas or fajita veggies and three included sides.
$6.61
Quesadilla
Your choice of freshly grilled meat, sofritas, or guacamole, and up to five toppings served in a soft or hard-shell tortilla.
$15.25
South Troy Deli & Grocery

South Troy Deli & Grocery

4.5
(100+)
• Deli • Breakfast
$0 delivery fee • 1.4 mi • 34 min
"top tier wings 10/10 order from this store!!!"
"Regular fried chicken combo is always good, Bacon Egg and Cheese is on a roll but it's too thick. egg/bacon isnt proportionate feels like youre just eating the bread. "
Chopped Cheese
Served with fries and a soda.
$14.95
Beef Patties
Submarine Sandwich Cold cuts subs with choice of various of boar’s head meats including honey turkey, buffalo chicken, ham, salami, and more.
$6.15
Cold cuts subs (BOAR’S HEAD)
Served with fries and soda.
$12.59
Chicken Sandwich
Served with fries and a can of soda
$13.36
Buffalo Wild Wings GO

Buffalo Wild Wings GO

4.1
(1k+)
• Wings • Burgers
$0 delivery fee • 1.3 mi • 28 min
20% off on $30+
"The wings were done to perfection👌 Who knew you could order all flats, a win for me. I'll definitely be ordering again."
"Ordered 20 wings. They were so skimpy with meat and over cooked. Out of the 20 there was maybe 5-6 out of the 20 that were decent"
6 Boneless Wings Combo
6 juicy, lightly breaded boneless wings hand-spun in your choice of sauces from sweet to spicy and everything in between, or dry rub. Served with crispy-battered French fries and a Pepsi® drink. A perfectly portioned B-Dubs boneless wings lunch combo.
$12.01
20 Boneless Wings + Fries
20 boneless wings hand-spun in your choice of sauces and dry rubs, from sweet to spicy and everything in between. Served with crispy-battered French fries. The ultimate 20-wing deal for game day, family night, or feeding a hungry crew.
$22.83
All-American Single Cheeseburger Combo
Crispy-battered French fries seasoned with sea salt and coarse black pepper. Our signature B-Dubs fries—the perfect side or snack.
$13.89
Buffalo Ranch Chicken Wrap Combo
Boneless or pulled chicken hand-spun in your choice of sauce or dry rub, wrapped with cheddar-jack, shredded lettuce, and tomatoes in a flour tortilla. Every wing flavor. Now in a wrap.
$12.69
Red Lobster

Red Lobster

4.2
(3k+)
• Seafood • Family Meals
$0 delivery fee • 8.8 mi • 36 min
Farther away
"The crab was succulent and juicy 😋 The spicy was not as spicy as I thought it was just right! The potato had amazing flavor and the broccoli 🥦 had good flavor. I would order it again!"
"5 and change for 6 pieces of Seasoned Broccoli was crazy. same with the hushpuppies they were tiny and only recieved 6. the caesar salad consisted of cheap bagged iceberg lettuce which was so brown i threw out almost half of it... the shrimp and pasta was good but for the price i wont be ordering from here again"
Half Dozen Cheddar Bay Biscuits®
All entrées come with two warm, house-made Cheddar Bay Biscuits. Not enough? Order extra here. 970 Cal
$7.56
Shrimp Linguini Alfredo
Shrimp in a house-made creamy garlic Alfredo sauce on a bed of linguini. 930 Cal
$28.83
Create Your Own Ultimate Feast®
Choose 2 Premium and 2 Classic selections. Served with your choice of two sides. 960 Cal - 2100 Cal
$65.34
Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo
Spicy chicken in our house-made creamy garlic Alfredo sauce on a bed of linguini. 1060 Cal
$26.91
Hot Dog Charlie's

Hot Dog Charlie's

4.5
(700+)
• Hot Dogs • Burgers
$0 delivery fee • 3.2 mi • 36 min
"Added my own lettuce just because I got some from the farmers market however the burger was great without it of course. I love me a good burger didnt even hesitate to pay doordashprices even tho in person is wayyyy better. However just wish it got more fries for 3.55 which why it's mot 5 stars and also wish the hotdog was cooked more well done. Fries very good tho so thank you "
"Mini Pork & Beef Natural Casing I had a craving for hot dogs, and heard great things about Hot Dog Charlie's. I decided to go all in, clicking everything for toppings to the eight hot dogs I ordered, including sauce. I saw their picture of the hot dogs and had another craving doe chili dogs, so I said in my request that "if some of your chili should fall on my hot dogs at some point, I wouldn't mind." This comment prompted the manager to call me and tell me that their sauce is what I thought was chili. I had asked for regular sauce on all eight, but I asked for them to add hot sauce to one of the hot dogs, but keep it a secret. My food arrived hot and beautiful, they were delicious, and the hot dogs were nice and snappy. I started my set of eight from upper right to left, and quickly found that the second from the right on the top row was the hot sauce (I marked it with a red arrow). Bottom line: delicious hot dogs for a good price, and conscientious staff who make sure you will be happy with their product. What else can you ask for?"
Cheeseburger
With side of honey mustard, BBQ or ranch.
$6.37
Milk Shakes
1/4 1b. W/Fried Onions and ketchup.
$6.19
Popcorn Chicken
Served with chili or tartar. W/Chili or Tartar Sauce.
$6.17
Quicky mart - 149 2nd Ave

Quicky mart - 149 2nd Ave

$
$0 delivery fee • 8.7 mi • 37 min
Farther away
Chop Cheese Hero
Savory ground beef mixed with onions, topped with melted American cheese, lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise on a hero roll.
$10.99
6 Chicken Wings/fries
Crispy chicken wings served alongside a generous portion of golden fries.
$9.99
Turkey Hero
Thin honey turkey slices and creamy American cheese, layered in a soft hero roll.
$9.99
Cheeseburger Combo
Juicy beef patty with melted American cheese, crisp lettuce, ripe tomato, and onions in a toasted sesame bun. Comes with golden fries.
$10.99
Ships Pub

Ships Pub

4.4
(300+)
• American • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 6.4 mi • 41 min
"Even though I could leave a note for extra crispy Ships didn't not disappoint!!! Wings was great the onion rings was perfect. I love ships!!! Great food never an go wrong, lovely staff!"
""Kennebunkport" Clam Chowder broth was a bit thin but had huge chunks of potatoes. Pulled Pork Sandwich was a substantial portion. I like that you can choose between regular or Carolina style BBQ. I chose the regular which was sweet but not too sweet. I appreciate the sandwich wasn't smothered in sauce so that I could taste the pork and cole slaw. I substituted onion rings instead of fries. I would definitely order this sandwich again."
Wings
Traditional wings served with carrots, celery and your choice of ranch or blue cheese.
$16.6
Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap
Freshly chopped romaine lettuce, croutons, Caesar dressing, and shaved Parmesan.
$15.69
Fish And Chips
12oz Fried Haddock Filet, French Fries, Choice Of Tartar Or Cocktail
$19.77
Pub Burger
A pub classic, seasoned with our signature grill rub and char grilled. Served on a toasted country-style bun with lettuce, tomato, onion, potato chips, and pickle wedge.
$18.39
City Line Bar and Grill

City Line Bar and Grill

4.5
(2k+)
• sports bars • American (New)
$0 delivery fee • 11.2 mi • 44 min
Farther away
"Buffalo Mac was good with generous portion, not a lot of chicken though. The Lemonade Cake was a super tiny slice considering it cost $11 "
"ordered the Caribbean Nachos ... hardly any chicken... barely any sauce... the chipotle ranch... definitely needs more. don't be stingy..... basically just chips, with very little toppings. I don't know how his Fish & Chips are.... he hasn't eaten yet. 5/10 stars."
Muther Clucker
Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Brie, Arugula, Melba, Garlic Aioli, Ciabatta, Sweet Potato Fries
$17.28
Wings
10 Wings Grilled or Fried. Served with Carrots & Celery and Choice of Blue Cheese or Ranch. Sauce Choices: Buffalo • Sriracha • Whiskey BBQ Moonshine • Garlic Parmesan Memphis Dry Rub
$16.41
Southwest Rolls
Pulled Chicken, Jack Cheddar, Cilantro, Roasted Corn, Black Beans, Chipotle Ranch
$14.69
Buffalo Mac
Grilled Chicken, Mild Buffalo Sauce, Béchamel, Jack Cheddar, Parmesan, Blue Cheese Crumbles, Elbow Pasta
$17.75
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

4.1
(1k+)
• American • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 4.3 mi • 27 min
"thank you Popeyes you just don't know you guys really saved my family last night food was great me and my children thank you very much"
"crispy and juicy. but, if i wanted flavor that bland i'd go to Walmart and get a whole chicken for a third the price. Will not order again portion was fast food order appropriate. 4Pc Signature Chicken"
Classic Chicken Sandwich
A juicy chicken breast fillet marinated in Popeyes seasonings, hand battered and breaded in our buttermilk system, fried until golden brown. Sandwiched between two buttery toasted brioche buns, topped with our barrel cured pickle slices and classic mayo.
$8.18
Spicy Chicken Sandwich
A juicy chicken breast fillet marinated in Popeyes seasonings, hand battered and breaded in our buttermilk system, fried until golden brown. Sandwiched between two buttery toasted brioche buns, topped with our barrel cured pickle slices and spicy mayo.
$8
Homestyle Mac & Cheese
Homestyle Mac & Cheese made with real butter and cream, topped with shredded cheese and baked until golden brown.
$7.19
Biscuit
Warm buttermilk biscuit.
$3.25
Mexican Express

Mexican Express

4.5
(100+)
• Mexican • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 6.2 mi • 35 min
"Pork quesadilla always is solid and very fresh ingredients!"
"When i bit into the Elote (1) just for a moment i felt my body transport all the way to Mexico. The flavor is outstanding ! Then i tasted the Chicken and Rice Soup and my Flu went away i think it cured me. The soup arrived hott and well packaged im extremely happy with what i ordered today everything was magnificent. Cant wait to order again "
Birria Tacos (NEW)
Three cheesy Birria tacos filled with tender shredded beef, onion and cilantro with a side of consomé dipping.
$17.11
Bowl
Create your dream burrito bowl.
$16.11
Crunchwrap Supreme
A soft flour tortilla filled with a tostada, your choice of meat, rice and beans. Sour cream, lettuce, tomato, Shredded Cheddar cheese, cilantro, crispy tortilla stripes, and onions with a side of salsa.
$19.91
Empanadas
Your choice of beef or chicken with a side of our pink dipping sauce. 2 pieces
$10.38

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