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These are Miramar’s Jamaican restaurants generating social buzz. You tried any?

Check out some of the most popular Jamaican restaurants in Miramar.
Check out some of the most popular Jamaican restaurants in Miramar. Courtesy of Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival

Miramar has one of the highest Jamaican populations in Florida. So where do they dine?

We asked artificial intelligence to scan social media buzz — especially Instagram and TikTok — along with Yelp ratings and customer review volume to find the most popular Jamaican eateries in Miramar.

The goal: identify the spots people are posting about, tagging, reviewing and lining up to get inside.

From jerk chicken and curry goat to flaky patties and oxtail platters, these restaurants — some are homespun, some are chains — rose to the top based on online engagement, customer ratings and digital chatter.

Here’s what AI came up with. Do you agree?

Island Tings
Island Tings Courtesy: Island Tings

1. Island Tings

  • Rating: 4.3 (1,300+ reviews)
  • Atmosphere: Casual Caribbean vibe with relaxed seating — great for groups and family dinners.
  • Price range: $10-$25
  • Address: 12318 Miramar Pkwy.
  • Website: islandtingsmenu.com/islandtingsmiramar
  • Of note: Broad menu of classic and fusion Jamaican dishes such as jerk chicken, oxtail, curry goat and fish. Highly popular on social feeds for vibrant plates and generous portions.
Juici Patties
Juici Patties Courtesy: Juici Patties

2. Juici Patties

  • Rating: 4.8 (400+ reviews)
  • Atmosphere: Casual, trendy patty shop with dine-in and takeaway options — ideal for lunch or quick bites.
  • Price range: $10-$20
  • Address: 11735 City Hall Promenade
  • Website: juicipattiesusa.com
  • Of note: Famous chain known for flaky Jamaican patties and coco bread. Huge local popularity and strong delivery reviews with social shares.
Go Jerk Restaurant
Go Jerk Restaurant Courtesy: Go Jerk Restaurant

3. Go Jerk

  • Rating: 4.9 (80+ reviews)
  • Atmosphere: Authentic, family-friendly neighborhood grill spot with plenty of flavor and laid-back seating.
  • Price range: $15-$30
  • Address: 6438 Pembroke Road
  • Website: go-jerk.com
  • Of note: Smaller but highly rated local favorite known for jerk chicken and pork with amazing spices.
Barbican Square Restaurant
Barbican Square Restaurant Courtesy: Barbican Square Restaurant

4. Barbican Square Restaurant

  • Rating: 4.2 (400+ reviews)
  • Atmosphere: Cozy take-out and dine-in counter restaurant with friendly service and traditional dishes.
  • Price range: $15-$20
  • Address: 11030 Pembroke Road
  • Website: barbican-square-jamaican
  • Of note: Celebrated for authentic Jamaican classics (jerk chicken, oxtail, curry goat) at affordable prices.
Courtesy: People’s Choice

5. People’s Choice

  • Rating: 4.4 (70+ reviews)
  • Atmosphere: Local favorite Caribbean-Jamaican spot with home-style cooking and friendly service.
  • Price range: $10-$25
  • Address: 8874 Miramar Pkwy.
  • Website: ubereats.com/store/peoples-choice-restaurant
  • Of note: Known for well-seasoned rice and peas, curry gravy, and fish — frequently recommended on delivery menus.

Tips before you order or visit any of these eateries:

  • Best for quick grab: Juici Patties — Great for takeout or delivery. A single pattie is $3.99
  • Most social buzz: Island Tings — A popular choice on Instagram for vibrant Caribbean dishes.
  • Highly rated for authenticity: Go Jerk and Barbican Square
  • Home-style cooking favorites: People’s Choice offers classic Jamaican comfort food.
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This story was originally published February 23, 2026 at 5:12 PM.

Luisa Yanez
Miramar News
Luisa Yanez is a reporter for the Coral Springs News, the Pembroke Pines News and the Miramar News. In her work, she will be using both traditional reporting and AI tools.