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The Jerk Shack
The Basement, 16 Bangui Street, off Durban Street, Adetokunbo Ademola Cres, Wuse 2, Abuja, Nigeria
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Ch
Review №1

Maybe it’s me not them but I didn’t enjoy the oxtail at allThe sweet mash potato was basic AFStick with the fish dishes and rice…those are really goodGreat cocktails too!

Ni
Review №2

Pleasant experience as usual!! The Caribbean wash cocktail is my favourite but tried the mocktail (virgin) version called the wash and loved it! My friend had the tequila sunrise and it was all dressed up with no where to go 😁! She loved it!

Sa
Review №3

In the beginning I was wondering where I was being led to, but started enjoying my view from the steps down. The outdoor sitting, shades, some bit of murals by the stairs and flowers, I LOVE flowers. Then I noticed the hanging sign The Jerk shack. Stepped in to this rather Picturesque cozy indoor. Loved the simplicity of the designs. Greeted by polite staff, menu on a tablet and all. Had amazing goat curry sauce with basmati rice and a Guiness punch, my friend had tasty chicken wings and some citrus/cucumber/mint drink. I must mention that the music selection was so nice we were singing along at some point.

Be
Review №4

The Jerk shack is a nice quaint restaurant with a Caribbean themed menu. It’s set in the basement of the building which shields it from the hustle and bustle of the busy street.Pop into the jerk shack if you’re looking to eat something different or just in the mood for a Caribbean flavour.Staff are nice and friendly. Cash and cards are accepted. No wheel chair accessible entrance but there’s adequate parking.

Qu
Review №5

I loved it. Its a refreshing, cozy spot. Really good for friendly outings or intimate gatherings. The food was to die for!

Vi
Review №6

Tried the goat sauce somethingand it was really gooooooood 😁👍🏻 Cozy place. Loved the atmosphere. Music and all....

Iv
Review №7

It is a very small restaurant, BUT the food was tasty, the lighting and interior decoration was right and the service was top notch. Unlike other restaurants, i didnt have to wait a long time before the food arrived. I will recommend their fish and lamb steak.

Je
Review №8

Nice place, the ambience is so nice, food is fantastic

Or
Review №9

I am leaving the last star for when I actually go in and eat. Ladies and Gentlemen please help me see the size of chicken wings that the jerk shack sent me for N1,500 *screaming*It is the best wings I have had this far in Abuja ( I am an avid wings seeker and lover). So I got greedy and ate it all at one sitting. I couldnt breathe well or have dinner afterwards but we thank God for mercies.UPDATE: the food was mediocre and I need to make revisits, still maintain the wings are the best

Na
Review №10

Liked the food and the ambience, but I felt like the portions could be more, especially for the price.The food also takes a while to come out but its a very nice quiet place.

M
Review №11

Delicious food, out of this world. Great ambiance, excellent service (breath of fresh air)! Not outrageously priced! 5 out of 5!

Ad
Review №12

Nice and affordable food. Great customer service too

Si
Review №13

The ox tail is good but the mac n cheese needs more cheese, it was a bit dry.

An
Review №14

It had the Caribbean feel to it; wooden floors, glass doors, reggae music and very well designed.The staff were very courteous and helpful, plus I really liked the drinks.As for the food, it was okay and cost an average of 4,000 naira for the main course with sides (rice, plantain etc) . The chicken I ate was surprisingly well cooked, though a bit pricey for the portion served. But its worth trying out for a different experience.

Eu
Review №15

Located in AbujaCaribean and Jamaican cuisines

Da
Review №16

As a lover of Caribbean food, I didn’t hesitate to try this new joint in my city.This place has potential and I foresee them gaining prominence in Abuja. However, as much I loved the ambience and the staff who were ever so courteous, I waited too long to get someone to take the orders and after that it took another 45mins for the food we ordered. It seemed like everything we asked for, even cutlery,took nothing less than 20-45 mins to come. I was with friends so we had conversations to drown the wait but I imagine if I was dining alone, I wouldn’t have been so patient.Also, their cocktails had 0-0.1% of alcohol in them, or at least the ones we tried. With how pricey this place is, I think their food and drinks could live up to the service anticipated.

Is
Review №17

I just had dinner at the Jerk Shack.It is a Lovely Jamaican/Caribbean restaurant ticked in the back of a nice building on the food court area of wuse 2.The staff are friendly and orderly. But most significantly, the owner is a Lovely and beautiful lady, whos one on one chats are legendary, shes very nice, welcoming and always has a kind word for guests at the restaurant.No wheelchair accessible parking or entrance. The entryway is a lovely set of stairs trailed by pretty flowers.The restaurant is fairly priced with meals ranging from 2,500 up for a main course. Drinks are a bit on the high side but are served very nicely chilled.The meals are nice and if you order something to be barbecued, you can see it deliciously grilling at the open fires.Overall, its a cosy place with soft music, coolly conditioned interior and a breezy outdoor sitting area.

Ch
Review №18

Great ambience, good customer service

Mo
Review №19

Ive never had Carribean food in Nigeria so it was refreshing to find their Jerk Chicken very good. I had that with a portion of Saucy Plantain and Sweet Potato Fries. Nothing to complain aboutI had an Elderflower drink that had Apple and Mint in it (cant remember what its called) but it was REFRESHING!!I loved how quaint and secluded the place was and the service was really good too.

Og
Review №20

Delicious authentic tasting Jamaican food. A bit pricey, but so worth it in my opinion. The jerk chicken was succulent and tasty but I especially recommended the island (honey glazed) wings.Drool....Edit: Still the best tasting food in my opinion in Abuja. I also realized why its so good. The food tastes really authentic!Go for the chefs special dumplings too. Uses plantain instead of dough.

Ch
Review №21

The jerk shack was a breathe of fresh air. Everything about this Jamaican/Caribbean themed restaurant seems very well thought out and elaborate. The music were all pop hits remixed to have a reggae feel, the menu is also themed similarly and the food was delicious. I enjoyed everything about my experience, the only issue being the price point. This is not a place you can just come into and spend some loose change. A meal and drink comes to N6000, minimum. Aside from the price, everything else was well done, and they also showcased some solid customer service.

de
Review №22

A restaurant that truly focuses on the food, great food and a calm cozy ambience.

St
Review №23

The food is amazing, but the portions are small for the price

Ad
Review №24

Nice fresh tasty food, friendly staff ( went out of their way to create a keto compliant meal) and beautiful ambience. would recommend and defn come again.

Ez
Review №25

Its a cute place and the food is good, however the waiting time is a bit too long

wa
Review №26

Beautiful Jamaican and Island Food

Ol
Review №27

Nice place to be.

On
Review №28

The food is tasty!!! And customer service is so on point. Loved the environment too plus there was good music

Ch
Review №29

Very intimate, service is prompt, courteous, and they make you smile. Try the mac and cheese, the wings, the jerk chicken, and the pineapple with ginger! Yum!

Mf
Review №30

A little difficult to find but this place is a gem. If youre looking for delicious Caribbean food Jerk Shack is the place for you.

Ab
Review №31

Cute space with yummy jamaican food

Zi
Review №32

Great Jamaican food but the service needs to be improved.

AM
Review №33

Great food and tasty

ku
Review №34

Lovely place, pleasant staff and most importantly good food

Ad
Review №35

I cant get tired of the feeling there. The ambiance is good best for dinner for two.

Li
Review №36

Nice place to be with friends over launch or dinner and their steaks is really good.

St
Review №37

Excellent service, drinks and food .

Ka
Review №38

My jerk lamb was on point

Ka
Review №39

Lovely cute restaurant. Loved the food and the service was apt. Although the Lemonade had some issues but was till good all the same.

Eh
Review №40

Its cool. Underground setting and quite cozy. A cool place to sit out with friends and have a great meal with cool drinks too.

Fr
Review №41

Beautiful scenery. Good food at affordable cost. Friendly staff and owner. Had a new combo drink she plans to bring out soon...its strong and sweet. 😉. Good ambiance .

jo
Review №42

It was amazing. Great ambience for a romantic evening or lunch with friends. Friendly waiters and generally great food. I enjoyed it.

De
Review №43

Good food. Service is also pretty good as well. I love the ambiance of the place.

Au
Review №44

Quite cozy. Limited Drinks menu

Is
Review №45

Good view and nice food

Ru
Review №46

They remember faces and are kind. The food is always on point...in fact it keeps getting better. Beautiful ambiance...but the AC is usually too cold for me lol

En
Review №47

Service is apt. Food brought on time and taste delicious. Nice place to treat family and friends.

An
Review №48

Really good restaurant. Small and beautifully decorated, great customer service and amazing authentic Caribbean food. Top notch!

qu
Review №49

The food is great, d environment is cozy n clean, thier prices re very reasonable 😍😍

th
Review №50

Hanging out with friends here is amazing, we had mad fun and the meals were tasty, I was filled up from the first bite

jo
Review №51

Underrated restaurant very delicious food I will definitely recommend if you want to try something new

Ju
Review №52

Its not so big but I like the feel of the place. I however not being from the Carribbean needed a guide on the menu and had to ask a server who just recommended something basic (wings) as opposed to something more traditional.

bi
Review №53

The food was so tasty...The food reminds me of my trips to Kingston Jamaica.

Ch
Review №54

Delicious food. Extremely courteous staff

Su
Review №55

It was such a cute place. I enjoyed the food

K
Review №56

Great food, service and atmosphere!

Ol
Review №57

Nice place,small portions and pricey

La
Review №58

Well organised....

Ay
Review №59

Its cozy there but their menu is a little pricey. Theres also a tendency for it to get noisy when theres a large party of customers

Mi
Review №60

This is not Jerk Chicken. This is roasted chicken with a black exterior.

An
Review №61

Amazing food, great customer service and atmosphere.

am
Review №62

Lovely, cosy place. Food was very nice.

ch
Review №63

Nice ambience good food

Am
Review №64

Lovely ambience. Tasty meals!

ka
Review №65

Food is top notch...best jamaican dish i have ever had

Ik
Review №66

Good ambience, good meal, neat environment too. Loved the experience.

Va
Review №67

Has a cosy feel, try dining outside

Nn
Review №68

I loved my wings and mocktail. Also like the decor

Na
Review №69

I loved it. The ambience is really good.

Ai
Review №70

Twas rily quiet and nice has a homey feel to it

Za
Review №71

Well priced, tasty food. Lamb w butterbeans was excellent. Roti was beyond excellent.

To
Review №72

Nice meal and ambience

Ge
Review №73

Lovely atmosphere,great service and most importantly delicious food.Highly recommended.

Ol
Review №74

Good food but food took too long to come out.

Jo
Review №75

The elderflower gin cooler is fantastic. Try it.

Bi
Review №76

Cool Jamaican restaurant. Nice ambiance

St
Review №77

Cute little place for a romantic family dinner.

da
Review №78

Nice place for relaxation, and a cool place for family

Ha
Review №79

Nice set up and great food

Ca
Review №80

Lovely delicious food with a lot of flavour I enjoyed the food a lot

Mu
Review №81

It was good, I had meat kebab with roti

Sa
Review №82

Good experience!

Ar
Review №83

Beautiful menu, nice cocktails , conducive environment

Ca
Review №84

Good food, service could be better

Ha
Review №85

Great atmosphere and great food

Se
Review №86

Good food and courteous service

Sh
Review №87

The atmosphere homely and the food was really good

Da
Review №88

Great food in a good atmosphere

Ny
Review №89

The chicken! And the ambience !

An
Review №90

Good was savoury and unique, presentation was great

Ol
Review №91

👌👌👍👍food is fillingOthers should try the strawberry milk shake

Fe
Review №92

Didnt Love the food. It was an OK for me

ch
Review №93

Great tasty food.

Ab
Review №94

Nice meals, exceptional service

do
Review №95

Love the oxtail and plantain

Em
Review №96

Pretty good ambience

Ma
Review №97

I had a wonderful experience

Se
Review №98

Very nice food

Se
Review №99

Authentic Caribbean cuisine

ai
Review №100

I had buffalo wings and it was not so good

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  • Address:The Basement, 16 Bangui Street, off Durban Street, Adetokunbo Ademola Cres, Wuse 2, Abuja, Nigeria
  • Site:http://jerkshack.net/
  • Phone:+234 818 777 7077
Categories
  • Caribbean restaurant
  • Restaurant
Working hours
  • Monday:12–10PM
  • Tuesday:12–10PM
  • Wednesday:12–10PM
  • Thursday:12–10PM
  • Friday:12–10PM
  • Saturday:12–10PM
  • Sunday:Closed
Service options
  • Delivery:Yes
  • Takeaway:Yes
  • Dine-in:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:No
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cosy:Yes
Crowd
  • Groups:Yes
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