I recently just went to this place today. My FIRST time I ordered a small Curry chicken with streamed veggies. The veggies were awesome.The first time I had 4 pieces of curry chicken opened the inside with a fork and it was pink and did not taste done.( didn't take pic first time but, should have)So I went back inside to ask one of the crew members was I tripping? She said she had to go in the kitchen because the lights that were inside the front you really couldn't tell. She comes back and say the cook says its done and that I cannot receive a refund and or exchange and I told her it didn't taste done, she disregarded it??♀️. Ok so I brought another curry chicken 1/4 just to see if the outcome would be the same. Went to the car opened the chicken with a fork and this is how it looked. So again I will ask is it me??♀️???? So not only that I couldn't get my money back, I had to pay again and the outcome was the same. First impressions are best but, not for me.
The food was great! Literally everything we ordered was cooked to perfection and absolutely delicious! We ordered the ackee and saltfish cups for appetizer. Delish! I ordered the steamed snapper with lobster tail, rice and peas, and cabbage. Omg it was amazing! And my aunt and uncle both ordered the curry goat and oxtail combo with rice and peas and cabbage. There was not one thing that wasn't absolutely amazing! We also ordered a side of festival which was PERFECT as well! The only complaint I have was my drinks. I ordered a mojito and was told there was nobody that knew how to make it. Which was fine, so I just ordered a jack and ginger ale. Our waitress brought me a jack and ginger beer. (I hate ginger beer lol) so I told her I'm sorry can I get a jack and ginger ale instead of ginger beer please, I don't like ginger beer. She apologizes and brings back another jack and ginger beer and runs off. So I walk over to the bar with the drink and tell the bartender listen I told her twice I ordered ginger ale, not ginger beer and she brought me the same thing twice I thought she understood me but i guess she didn't. He tells me well unfortunately we do not have ginger ale. I say, ok so I'll take a jack and cola. He pours my new drink (for the third time) I get back to the table and take a sip and it's definitely not jack and cola. It tastes like cognac (which I also hate) I tell them this was the third mistake with my drink and they said well I'm sorry but you're going to have to pay for 2 of them I can only take one off. At this point I don't even care because the food was so amazingly good. I will also most definitely be returning because of how delicious it was, but now I just know not to order any drinks from there. We drove an hour and a half for some great Jamaican food because the food in North Port, FL SUCKS, and Dunns River Island Cafe did not disappoint!
My experience with a large group (20) at the restaurant was horrible. On a day like mothers day the management should make sure that they have adequate staff to handle a large group. Our waitress was amazing at trying to accommodate. But even though she put our order in before another waitress, the other waitress took our tables food (trust we confirmed) $.after arriving at 130pm by 417p we still had not been fully served. Like I said our waitress was amazing and we felt sorry for her but at the end of the day our party was not satisfied, management didn't even come over to apologize, basically left the waitress to fend for herself. I WOULD NOT recommend dining here on a special occasion such as mothers day etc if you have a large party.
(Friday night)The drinks were good.The atmosphere was good, the crowd appeared to be 35 and up which was great.I ordered the wing basket, the fries were perfect, but I didn't like the flavor of the wings.The dj and the band were both great. I'll definitely return as I had a good time.
I called before going to Dunn’s river and was told that Brunch was in session and the usual menu was not available. Nonetheless, I would be order and get takeout from the brunch menu. On arrival, the hostess told me to go to the bar for quick service. Stood waiting and I received no eye contact from the servers bustling about, not only that, they proceeded to serve others all while ignoring me. After 10 minutes I left and got my delicious curry goat and curry chicken roti down the road at Jerk Pit. There i was promptly attended to with a friendly smile. I don’t know how the food tastes at Dunn’s river or if service is improved during the week but I shan’t be back!
The food is simply amazing. I can taste the island vibe in every bite. Outstanding customer service, quick turnaround, clean and family friendly ❤. They cater to individuals as well as large groups for parties and conferences! Dunns River Island Cafe is a whole vibe!!!
First time here with a friend. Waited 2 hours to be seated knowing my friend made a reservation and took 2 hours to order food. I can’t even make a review on the food because I couldn’t even order. SMH. Worst experience. ( took it like a racist thing I’m white so idk) maybe they didn’t think I was important like other people here knowing they saw me but they took everybody else’s orders.
3rd time having brunch, this was the worst service I've received. Long wait for food and drinks. Great setting and decor. Just need to work on menu and service.
Had Jamaican food for the first time here, it was delicious! I had a vegan patty (they were out of beef and chicken), and brown stew chicken with cabbage. It could have had more cabbage but it was all amazing! The staff were polite, helpful and professional. Excellent experience, I'll definitely be back!
Went for Sunday brunch and it was excellent. I had fried lobster tail and waffle and unlimited mimosa’s. The service was great the staff was great and very friendly. We had a group of 5 people and everyone was satisfied. I will definitely come back.