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Lawndale - Ocho Rios Grill restaurant
6.8

Ocho Rios Grill

  • Lawndale
  • $
  • African
  • Quick
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    great

Food: Unforgettable flavors linger on

The oxtail plate, jerk chicken, and brown stew chicken are standout dishes, offering rich flavors and tender textures. The large portion sizes make each meal a hearty experience, though the freshness leaves a little to be desired, like leftovers from last week.

  • Great Portions

    Most reviews highlight the exceptionally generous, large portion sizes.

  • Okay Value

    Decent prices for reasonable portions, balancing cost with dining experience.

Top 3 dishes at Ocho Rios Grill

  1. 1

    Oxtails 🏆

    Cooked to perfection, greatly complements festival bread.

    Oxtails dish
  2. 2

    Jerk Chicken

    Jerk Chicken dish
  3. 3

    Brown Stew Chicken

    Expertly spiced, mouthwatering, and retains moistness beautifully, offers great flavor.

    Brown Stew Chicken dish

Vibe: Dimly lit chaos with a lackluster aesthetic

The ambiance at the restaurant feels more like a basement party than a dining experience. Dark lighting and outdated decor undermine any attempt at charm, while the loitering crowd does nothing to enhance the restaurant's atmosphere. It's awkwardly uncomfortable.

  • Okay Comfort

Perks: Accessible parking and helpful staff

Ample parking makes it easy to drop by, and the staff is consistently friendly and attentive, turning the service into a bright spot. With helpful service and quick seating, the perks bring a small sense of relief amidst the shortcomings of the overall vibe.

  • Okay Cleanliness