Ripe Kitchen & Bar
“We had 2 mojitos, jerk chicken, jerk rib eye, and the plantain with codfish.”
“Our entrees were Jerk Chicken, Big-Ass Jerk Rib Eye and a special – Oxtail & Bean Stew – all were amazing.”
“There were 3 additional entrees for the night which included oxtails, a pasta dish – but not like the rasta pasta.”
Ripe Kitchen & Bar
Takes Reservations: Yes
Take-out: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Outdoor Seating: Yes
Waiter Service: Yes
Caters: Yes
Price range.
$$ Price range $11-30
8 reviews
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Ripe is a hidden gem in which one of my friends brought us to one Saturday night. The outside of this spot is really misleading, especially since it looks like someone's converted house. The wait can be a little lengthy on the weekends so it doesn't hurt to RSVP.
Now on to the food…
Small Bites:
Codfish Spring rolls – We had to fight over this appetizer
Large Bites:
Yard Gone to Italy (Rasta Pasta) – This was nice and spicy!
Now on to the drinks! I had a rum punch or two… It was so good, thank goodness for a designated driver!
The staff were great and I will return!
Still good, food is still amazing, if I ever stand on death row I want their Rasta Pasta as my last meal.
I notice we were ignored at the entrance initially, but when we were taken care of, the waitress was wonderful. It was my birthday and she gave me a free slice of tiramisu. I can't remember her name unfortunately, I want to say Tangerine but I know that isn't right. Anyways, just wanted to thank her for her hospitality.
I had the jerk steak quesadilla that came with fries and some greens. The quesadilla was so delicious and I highly recommend it. The fries are not ordinary fries. It was crispy and seasoned well. This place has an outdoor garden with plenty of seating. I came with a party of 4 and we sat outside. The weather was in the low 80's and it was the perfect weather to sit outdoors.
Damn they make a good steak! These people put jerk steak on the map, its the only thing I ever order, and its huge!
I was skeptical. I'm hanging with a friend who lives not far from this place when I turn and say on a Saturday night, where are we going to eat? He immediately turns red (kinda) and begins to explain that the Bronx is not like Brooklyn and Manhattan- with lots of dine-in restaurant options. Hmmm…okay, but I'm hungry and I'd like an adult beverage to accompany my meal. I then noticed the bright light go off over his head and he says there is this one place you might like…let's head there. I arrived with low expectations that were quickly debunked. It's a small place that from the outside you may easily overlook, but once inside you'll snap your fingers a bit to the music, sit back to a rum punch and enjoy a pretty damn tasty meal. No it's not ambiance heavy, but you can sit down, be comfortable and close your eyes to forget that you ventured out of your comfort zone. I had some kind of delicious fish and to be quite honest – for all my smack talking, I'm looking forward to returning. Well done Ripe Kitchen!
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.
A friend brought me here to eat one night & I must say this is the BEST jerk chicken I've ever had in my life!!! I'm from Atlanta GA and nothing here compares to this food! The jerk chicken was amazing!! So tender and flavorful! Umm umm umm!! I also order a Rum Punch which I'm drunk off as we speak lol… But I must say if I'd take the time to write this review while extremely tipsy it must b damn good! Try this place!!! It gets 5 stars from me!
Absolutely a hidden gem in this neighborhood. In a non descript storefront you'll find some great Jamaican food. Basic decor and ambiance but the you come here for the food. Great jerk seasoning on the shrimp appetizer you just want to lick your fingers and lick off all the juices on the shrimp.
If you come here though you must order the Jerk steak. Great price on a large rib-eye steak that will gladly fill ones stomach. Generous portion at this great price. The jerk seasoning basted well with the steak and the steak was tender and flavorful. Comes with a side of rice and peas and a salad. You know it's good when afterwards you look down and all you see is a blank plate, no sauce, no gristle, nadda. Yum.
Wonderful friendly service that made the dinner enjoyable and fun.