Best Jerk Chicken in Manhattan
Based on 0 critic and audience reviews analyzed across Manhattan
Smoky, spicy, and marinated to the bone. Manhattan's Caribbean jerk chicken is fire — literally.
Jasmine's Caribbean Cuisine
“A Hell's Kitchen Caribbean spot where the jerk chicken is marinated for 24 hours in a fiery scotch bonnet and allspice blend, then grilled until charred and smoky.”View more →
Peppa's Jerk Chicken
“A Lower East Side counter delivering Jamaican jerk chicken with serious heat and a caramelized char that locks in juicy flavor.”View more →
Wan Waan
“A Chelsea Thai-Caribbean fusion spot where the jerk chicken gets an unexpected Southeast Asian twist with lemongrass and fish sauce alongside traditional allspice.”View more →
Jumieka NYC
“A Midtown Jamaican eatery serving authentic jerk chicken with a proper scotch bonnet kick.”View more →
Island Spice
“A Theater District Caribbean restaurant where the jerk chicken is slow-cooked and richly spiced, arriving at the table with a deep mahogany color and tender, pull-apart meat.”
Negril Village
“A cozy Village Caribbean spot on West 3rd Street where the jerk chicken has been a neighborhood staple for years — smoky, well-spiced, and served with warm, buttery coco bread.”
Tropical Restaurant
“A Hell's Kitchen Caribbean kitchen dishing out jerk chicken with a balanced heat that builds gradually, paired with perfectly cooked rice and peas and a tangy coleslaw.”
Jerk by Tropic
“A Midtown jerk specialist where the chicken comes off the grill with a crackling, caramelized crust and tender interior.”View more →
Patty Bun
“A quick-service Midtown spot where spiced Jamaican patties and jerk chicken share the menu.”View more →
