First this place came recommended from both a friend and yelp so i had to try!! Walked in and was greeted by super friendly staff and took my order right away as i already knew what we wanted. Walking in the smell of the food is SOOO good, and the music playing in the background was very reminiscent of an island atmosphere. I have traveled to numerous Caribbean Island and felt like i was back on the islands!! The order was ready in about 5 minutes and i couldn't wait to get home, My wife could not stop saying WOW as she ate the oxtail dinner!! She said hands down it the best she has eaten!! Also my Curry chicken dinner looked and smelled and tasted amazing, best curry chicken i have had to include the islands!! The servings are more than ample. Definite won't leave you hungry!! I can see why it was recommended for me to try!! And i am already planning on going back later this week.

With the recent closing of a nearby favorite, Reggae Shack, I went to look for my next favorite Caribbean restaurant to meet my needs. I am pleased to report that those needs were met and exceeded. The flavors experienced in the food as well as the quantity was more than sufficient. Alas, I did indeed go for the most expensive item on their menu, the Oxtail dinner, as well as a Beef Patty. While daunting, it definitely met and exceeded expectations. The meat was incredibly tender. The Beef Patty was juicy. The spices were perfect. I also had the opportunity to try my friend's order of Jerk Chicken, a very good value option with amazing flavor still. We arrived later in the evening (they should extend their hours) and that's where the service can seem a bit lacking. The Chef/owner had a bit of an attitude but the art is separated from the artist and I'd be a liar if I said I wasn't impressed. A bit of a pricey play for a night out but one you can't replace. Will gladly return again!

My first visit to Caribbean Spice. I order the oxtail dinner, it came with a nice portion of oxtails, red beans and rice and cabbage. Very tasty fresh and hot. I like extra gravy on my rice. The wait time was not long and the restaurant was very clean and new to the area. I will definitely be back again. If you enjoy Jamaican food you will not be disappointed. 5 Stars!!!

Great tasting food and fantastic service! Super nice people and a very friendly environment as well. Also, the portions served are very generous and very much worth the price paid. Would definitely recommend! Thanks!

This is the best Jamaican food I have found North of Orlando . I had their oxtail and it was tender and flavorful. They are very polite and helpful and it made the entire experience very pleasant. They also use high quality Meat without antibiotics and hormones. Great taste of Jamaica!!.

Caribbean Spice will always be at the top of the list for me! I have memories of my dad taking me there when I was younger and have been in love with their patties and coco bread ever since. I finally made it back to Gainesville, and was able to pay them a visit. I made sure to get there as soon as they opened because I know the Pattie's go quickly! I ordered spinach patties, spinach and cheese loaf, beef and cheese, and coco bread. I was hoping to get a turkey and cheese, but they were out that day. Everything was just like I remember it. The coco loaves are my fave. I could seriously eat one every day. I will definitely be back the next time I'm in town. Caribbean Spice is guaranteed to provide good quality patties. My only regret is not ordering more!