Island Taste Caribbean Grill Menu
Introducing the Menu at Island Taste Caribbean Grill
Located at 225 E Santa Clara St, San Jose, Island Taste Caribbean Grill offers a vibrant fusion of Caribbean flavors with a focus on soul food and chicken wings. Renowned for its Jerk Chicken Wings, marinated with traditional Jamaican herbs, the restaurant elevates comfort food with a unique twist. The Island Tacos featuring both chicken and oxtail are a must-try, served alongside a zesty slaw and sweet plantains.
- Sides: Indulge in the Mac & Cheese seasoned with Caribbean spices, or try the Rice and Peas for a gluten-free option.
- Vegan and Pescatarian options cater to diverse dietary needs.
- With outdoor seating and a casual atmosphere, it's perfect for groups and offers takeout and delivery.
Experience the island vibes, where every dish tells a story of culinary heritage.
Starters
Jerk Chicken Wings (6)
Six wings marinated in jerk seasoning and Jamaican herbs and spices [Spicy]
Island Tacos (Chicken)
Two (2) tacos served with shredded purple cabbage slaw and sweet plantain bites in a flour tortilla
Island Tacos (Oxtail)
Two (2) tacos served with purple cabbage slaw, sweet plantain bites, and island aioli in a flour tortilla
Island Tacos (Mix - Oxtail and Chicken)
Two (2) tacos served with purple cabbage slaw and sweet plantain bites in a flour tortilla
Curry Chicken Patty
Curry chicken marinated in Jamaican herbs and spices in a savory, flaky, pastry crust
Beef Patty
Minced beef marinated in Jamaican herbs and spices in a savory, flaky, pastry crust
Veggie Patty
Mixed veggies marinated in Jamaican herbs and spices in a savory, flaky, pastry crust
1804 (Tasso/ Fried Goat)
Fried goat marinated in authentic Haitian herbs and spices, served with rice and peas, fried green plantains, and our in-house pickled cucumber, carrot, and red onion salad [Gluten Free]
Bang Bang (Griot/ Fried Pork)
Fried pork marinated in authentic Haitian herbs and spices, served with white rice and black beans, fried green plantains, and our in-house pickled cucumber, carrot, and red onion salad [Gluten Free]
Bolt (Jerk Chicken)
Pimento smoked marinated jerk chicken served with rice and peas, sweet plantains, and our in-house pickled cucumber, carrot, and red onion salad [Spicy]
What a Gwaan (Brown Stew Chicken)
Brown stew chicken marinated and slow cooked in traditional Jamaican seasoning and spices, served with white rice, sweet plantain, and your choice of steamed veggies OR our pickled cucumber, carrot, and red onion salad
Cool Runnings (Curry Chicken)
Curry chicken served with white rice or rice and peas along with fried sweet plantains and our in-house pickled cucumber, carrot, and red onion salad [Gluten Free]
Jamrock (Oxtail)
Oxtail and butter beans slow cooked in traditional Jamaican seasoning and spices served with rice and peas and our in-house pickled cucumber, carrot, and red onion salad
Rasta Pasta (Vegan)
Penne pasta cooked in coconut cream sauce with a blend of bell peppers, garlic and cherry tomatoes
Rasta Pasta
Penne pasta cooked in coconut cream sauce with a blend of bell peppers
Skankin Sweet (Fried Fish)
Escovitch whole red snapper fried and served with Jamaican festival bread and our in-house pickled cucumber, carrot, and red onion salad
Smile Jamaica (Coconut Curry Garbanzo Beans)
Curry coconut garbanzo beans served with basmati rice and garlic infused callaloo [Gluten Free + Vegan]
Kingston (Curry Goat)
Curry goat served with your choice of white rice or rice and peas along with fried sweet plantains and our in-house pickled cucumber, carrot, and red onion salad [Gluten Free]
Mains
Sides
Rice and Peas
Jasmine rice and red kidney beans cooked in coconut milk with Caribbean herbs and spices [Gluten Free + Vegetarian]
Sweet Plantains
Sweet, ripe plantains, lightly fried in oil [Gluten Free + Vegan]
Mac & Cheese
Baked macaroni seasoned with Caribbean herbs and spices, and cheese [Vegetarian]
Jamaican Festival Bread (2)
Slightly sweet cornmeal fritters that are perfect for mopping up jerk sauce or oxtail gravy.
White Rice & Black Beans
White rice served with our Haitian style black beans [Gluten Free + Vegan]
Bottled Caribbean Drinks
Bottled Water
Jamaican Sorrel (Hibiscus and Ginger)
Sorrel combines the flavor of hibiscus, ginger, and spices to create a tasty and refreshing beverage.
