Ive been a patron here almost since its opening. I love Jamaican cuisine and the week day specials are a good deal. Love to Carolina and Vilma.

The food is really good and the shelves are fully stocked with all you need to make any Caribbean dish you can think of. One of my favorite spots.

Love This Place......♥️💯👍🏾

Great food. Great service. Friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Visit here weekly.

I came from Raleigh and decided to stop by. I got 3 patties: a beef, chicken curry, and vegetable. The vegetable was moist and super flavorful. The beef tasted like every other beef patty Ive had but better in everyway. The chicken curry was seasoned amazingly with really soft chicken and the perfect amount of chicken curry inside. All of them were heckin flakey. 10 out of 10 patties. I wish I got the jerk chicken patty but they were out. Everyone at the counter was extremely nice as well.

This place keeps you coming back with the best authentic Jamaican & Caribbean eats! The jerk / stew / curry chicken here is a local stable.$5.50 lunch special is a choice of meat with two sides + can soda might be the best deal in town. If you can’t choose, just get two lunch specials and you will leave happy.

There cakes are great. Almost as good a homemade. Food was good and staff were friendly.

The food is great! Reminds me of home. Curry Roti is the bomb and they have such good customer service.

The lady with the short hair always has an attitude because she choose toccome.to work other then that get rid of her and 5 stars

Best patties outside my kitchen.

This is one of my go to Island restaurants in the city. They give you nice portions and the prices are fair. The owner is always super nice and takes care of her customers.

I’ve always known about this place for grocery but never tried the food until today. Really disappointed with the lack of flavor in my stewed chicken, rice and peas with cabbage plate. It was very bland so I’ll stick to purchasing my own seasoning and making dishes at home. However, their prices for curry powder went from $4.29 to $5.99 so unless I’m desperate I’ll get it from Amazon. I love to support my people but only when it makes sense.

Wasnt too pleased with the ox tail it was swimming in a lake of oil, i have had better

I will be back i am excited to see 👀the menu and food will taste and look like. i wonder what the food will taste like . I looked in i did not get to appreciate everything yet i also did not want to rate with stars yet but Google will not let you review with out it.

The food is great . Staff is excellent. Very friendly and inviting atmosphere.

🇯🇲 food. Jamaican market. My wife is from the islands. She loves this place because the food reminds her of home. Market for spices, bun, goat, oxtail, plantain, etc. Restaurant carryout for Jamaican favorites, thats authentic. Not much to look at with a small foot print. But if your in to island food you will not be disappointed.

PLEASE BE SAFE visiting this establishment during this pandemic. Too many customers in a small crammed area waiting on line for food or to pay for items! After an order is complete have the person(s) stand outside or stand near the door!!!!! Yes, there are posted spots on the floor to show customers the 6 feet distance but it’s not enforced. Speak up if you see people are not cooperating! There’s also a one way direction to prevent people from going in multiple directions but it’s not forced! While on line Employees are coming from the back for whatever reason which is causing more anxiety because it’s TOO MANY PEOPLE IN ONE STORE! One employee walked in with no mask on until she got to the back of the store. I suggest to have a ticketing system or individual numbers for the TO GO orders. Once the people order their food, give them an estimated time it will be finished, have them pay, wait outside (in car) and come back inside to pick up order. I’ve been to restaurants who will walk the food outside to the door. This should free up some space for your grocery shoppers!! I felt so uncomfortable being in there I had to leave.. allowing that many people in your establishment at once is not safe for your customers or employees!!!

Best Jamaican/Caribbean food in Charlotte, NC. Staff is friendly and courteous.

I had..the time of my life..this is my new favorite store!!

I Enjoy their Irish Moss and Spinach PattyI Recommend Island Grocery

Good Jamaican food and Jamaican groceries. Excellent seasoning and spices you can purchase for your own dishes.

Just regular. Seems like they always missing something off the menu.

Island Grocery has been a place where my wife and I would get certain Jamaican items when we were far between a visit to NYC or ATL. Easter bun would be one of those item we would buy from this neat little establishment. IG would be a certain stop when we do grocery shopping every other month, since we moved to Lake Norman area in 2009.Fast forward to March 29, 2021, returning a Maxfield Easter bun that was purchased by my wife from IG the previous Friday. Upon reaching home she discovered that the Easter bun was dry so she called the store and was told that IG has no control over the quality of the product, but after much reasoning with the store employee an arrangement was made to exchange the Maxfield bun for another brand. So because I work in Charlotte, I would be the one to make the switch, hence me being @ IG the afternoon of March 29.When I got there, I was told that the owner of the store turned down the offer to switch the item and that I needed to contact the manufacturer of the baked product to get a replacement. First, the manufacturer is based in Jamaica WI and was not about to be trying to contact Maxfield Bakery to get the bun replaced. Therefore I had to argue with the lady upfront about not being able to switch out a defective food item, that we should eat the $20.00 cost for this item and thats it. Not an option for me. The employee then went on the say that she will pay for a new bun from her own pocket, however I told her she should not be having to pay out of her pocket to please customers while the owner can disregard our issue. Anyway I took the bun and left but I will be making a formal complaint to the BBB about this store and their unreasonable return policy.

Good authentic Jamaican cuisine and supermarket with everything you need to cook at home

This is the best Jamaican cuisine that I’ve ever had in the 22 years that I’ve lived in Charlotte!!!! Hearty portions, deliciously prepared with all the beautiful flavors of the Caribbean islands. I will be ordering from them OFTEN!😋😋😋👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

Really authentic, delicious food. Oxtails, Curried Goat, Curried Chicken, Jerk Chicken, hard food, and all the great sides you could want. Plaintains always ripe and flavorful. Call it in, Mask up and pick up. So good!! We go almost every week. Plus all the island groceries you need. CJ and George

Looks are misleading at this location. From the outside it looks to be a small and cosey store,but inside somehow everything is well positioned and proportioned where you can enjoy the shopping of the natural and organic remedies of old fashioned Caribbean products. They are equipped with good curry jerk chicken, beef, etc. Individuals are very knowledgeable of herbs and spices that still cure.Ill continue to shop and express my appreciation. Thank you you again for your help. 😎✊🏿✌🏿

Excellent beef patties and hot food to go and the best place in Charlotte metro area for Caribbean groceries

If I could give more stars I definitely would I love you guys the food is Trey magnifique I love you from there and I promise you theyre the only Jamaican place that I go to the rest of them I love you guys everything is spiced and taste perfect season to the max

Good staff & good food

Apparently the hours of operation are not the same and when I showed up the menu was limited. I was upset because there were no more patties left.The food was pretty good though and the lady at register was pleasant.

I needed to use the bathroom, but it is closed. They said due to the virus. You still should be able to use the rest room at a restaurant..right? Even if someone has to sanitize it after you finish

Plantains sweet mah boi

Food here is great 👍 😋

Great Jamaican food at great prices! Lots of herbs and products used in the West Indies. A friend of mine in Dominica sent over a box of things to me native to the island. Was happy to find many of those products here. Staff is really nice and professional as well.

They always have what I need! Mostly Nothing in there MADE IN USA... I LOVE THAT!!!🙌🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👍🏿👍🏿

Oxtails With White Rice and Plantain from here is a sleeping pill. I love there food it’s very delicious. Shop is always Clean. Service is Pretty good.

Island Grocery and grill is the very best jamaican restaurant in north Carolina by far,i am telling everyone near and far to come, taste and see, and your soul will be filled with ultimate satisfaction in jesus holy name.

Best Jamaican food in charlotte

Great food and easter bun

Good food and island supplies

Great food great people. Due to the out brake, they have taken extra measures to make sure everyone is safe.. Awesome!!

They have hot food along with a nice variety of island style groceries

Ive passed this place dozens of times and only went when I needed cough syrup. Weird, I know, but they are the only place that sells this specific syrup in the area and came at a recommendation of a co-worker from the islands. The first time I went I was surprised that it wasnt only a small grocery but they sold cooked food to go. Alot of the island style dishes you would see on Caribbean menus and it was really good.I nice little gem tucked away that I would highly recommend. Be sure to bring your patience because you are on Island time as soon as you walk in the door.

Oxtails with rice & beans and collards. Also Rum pound cake yummy

Beautiful spiritual Black people and the food is made with Soul✊🏾Love💜. Great Prices$$. Great location, clean & organized.

Love the store, I find what I need on there.

If youre looking for authentic heart warming soul stirring good Caribbeans food this is the place!

If you cant make it to Jamaica Island grocery store has brought Jamaica to you thank you Caroline for the years of service! Keep strong hold tight!

Always good food and grocery items you cant find anywhere else.

I just moved to Charlotte from NY and had a taste for some Jamaican food l was disappointed Im a collar green fanatic and I did not care for their greens they had a little bitter taste the Mac and cheese was not all that and the ox tails were ok I expected the Jerk chicken to be spicy real hot NOT l will have to keep searching

My favorite and #1 go to for random tings ☺ I love my people 🤞🏾🔥. Soap, food, beverages, spices, etc. GREAT customer service!!!!

Best of jamaican food in town

I had a party at home and they catered the curry goat and jerk chicken. It was absolutely delicious! Got many compliments from the guests. Will definitely be using them again whenever I can and will recommend their authentic Jamaican cuisine! Well done !

Friendly staff GREAT FOOD everything on the menu 😋😍 tasty definitely recommended won’t be disappointed 💯💯🙌🏾

Wonderful lots of products directly from Jamaica and very delicious food

Love this place and the portions are more than enough

Awesome food. First time there, so I didnt know there would be a lengthy wait time. However the fish was very tasty and well worth the wait!

The fact that you can get hot food as well as certain ingredients that are not in the grocery stores is a win-win for me

Very small store BUT I got the Easter Buns I was craving!!!

Excellent service

Love this store! Brings back all the memories of my childhood and my mother. They have a wide variety of spices, dried goods, frozen food and pantry supplies. Prices are reasonable, especially for items you may not be able find easily in stores. The homemade cooked food is fantastic! I cannot leave without a Pattie and coca 🍞 bread!

Went there today for the second time. Only because this restaurant has a really cheap lunch specials. Although it wasn’t that great the first time. Thought I would give it a second chance. So, today I got jerk chicken, red beans and rice and yams. Jerk chicken tasted the same as it did the first time. Warmed up left over barbecue chicken. Rice was sub par. However, I guess if one wanted yams ..maybe this would be the place to go . They were homemade, although I fear they are part of leftovers as well.Lady up front is rude, nasty and lacks basic customer service. Especially from a hole in the wall, that should be doing everything they can to attract and keep customers!

Very good.

Great little place, selling all the island essentials, plus great food to boot!

They are only pleasant to their white and Jamaican counterparts🤔 oh well food isnt authentic no biggie.....Beef patties hitting tho/sometimes...

The food was decent! I ordered the beans and rice but received mostly rice and it was kinda dry. The cabbage and yams were also just decent.

Most authentic Jamaican food, with great options and the best prices in all of Charlotte. Best service too. Definitely #1 all-round.

The ONLY place in Charlotte that sells spice bun and harddough bread while Golden crust is in transition! Good native products in stock. My grandmother was excited about the things she found that she used back home as a girl and young woman. Surprised at the goat meat, oxtail, and variety of full sized and cocktail patties. Decent prices. Will go back to try their food at some point.

Best food in Charlotte by far.

The service was impeccable! I had the best stew peas ever! Nothing beats great service and, delicious food. Its a win-win combination!

Great service

Excellent food and service. Brings that taste and culture of Jamaica to the Carolinas.

People are excellent the 1 start is for a lack of flavor. Year ago it was better but they decided to lower the flavor due to customer request. Frozen foods are flavorful and excellent

Customer service was GREAT...I found what I was looking for and more. The cashier talked to me about some of the products I purchased. I havent tried the food yet. But I will be a returning customer.

This is a Jamaican restaurant and shopping store. The FOOD IS GREAT!!! All joke aside. I love Jamaican food. If you need Jamaican food and stuff to buy this is the place to be for your needs. This place make you feel like your at home

I love this place! I been shopping here for years.....The oxtail and curry chicken dinners is awesome ...The staff is very kind☺️

Very displeased. Got Brown Stew King fish meal. This should NOT have a tomato based taste nor be bland. Fish was dry and overcooked. This is my 3rd time trying to support this business. Please refrain from catering to everyone. As a Jamaican, I know what authentic cuisine taste like. This is NOT it. Where is the pepper? STOP with the American side options. Keep it REAL!!! In Florida and in NY, there are no Ametican options. Stay in your lane and perfect the meals. The veggies are also bland. No red peppers, no seasoning.... I am so disappointed and will not be back. Shame on you!!!

The food is always fresh. The oxtails melt in your mouth. Friendly service makes it even better. Be careful...its delicious addictive..lol my first time eating there all i could think about was what Im gonna try next.

Great place

GREAT SUPERMARKET

Best Jamaican restaurant in Charlotte!! Wish they delivered door dash ect......

This place would be wonderful except for the roaches that you see behind counter and around vegetables.. sad because they would have a great location but the vegetables are rotted, and I definitely would never eat there

I have been going to Island Grocery for well over a decade. As a Haitian patron who grew up eating all types of Caribbean foods, I can attest to the quality of Ms. Carol and her staffs cooking skills. AWESOME! Big UP to quality food.Marie

I enjoyed the meal of OxTail

The food is amazing and cost effective. Its not a big store but it is welcoming. It is also a grocery store where the prices are right and takes you back to the islands.

Island Grocery is one of the best kept secrets in Charlotte. If you are a West Indian looking for products from back home, more than likely you will find it here. They also sell authentic Jamaican cooked food like jerk chicken, curry goat etc. When I am on the go, I often stop in and grab a beef patty. Try it. Friendly staff too.

Top Notch, Authentic YARD Food.

Friendly service that reminds you of JA. Good products, pretty good prices and delicious food. I love the patties, especially the beef and jerk chicken patties. Love finding spots like this.

Great Experience and Service

They accidentally left out part of my order, but offered to wait a fw minutes for me to return or replace on Monday. They are closed on Sunday. The food was tasty and plentiful.

1st time here..wonderful atmosphere and friendly..tried a chicken and beef pattie they were awesome..they spices and other things to make Jamaican dishes..will be back

I went there today just for a belly full of the curry chicken meal. I ended taking the oxtail meal....and had more than a belly full. I enjoyed my dinner. Tnx.

Excellent Jamaican food. Love the curried goat, curried chicken, brown stew chicken and everything else! I could live there but Id b as big as a house!

The food is amazing and the staff is even better great place for authentic Jamaican food i highly recommend this place.

Home cooked meals at its finest! Everything you need to find for Authentic Jamaican eating. No place on Charlotte compares.

This store has truly come a long way. Best Caribbean food in Charlotte. I love it.

So glad I have found this place, it has authentic ingredients you cant find in Charlotte. Cant wait to go back.

This grocery store is excellent. I really like their curry goat.

They have the BEST Beef Patties in Charlotte. Service is good as well as the food