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Jerk Hut

1406 E Fowler Ave, Tampa, FL 33612
813-632-9551
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Ranked #307 of 1,242 restaurants in Tampa
Cuisines: Caribbean
Good for: Child-friendly, Bar Scene, Local cuisine
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Takeout, Buffet, After-hours
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Bar Scene, Local cuisine
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Takeout, Buffet, After-hours
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Dallas, Texas
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

We were just driving down Fowler and decided to try something new. Never had Jamaican food before, but was looking forward to it. Great atmosphere, nice staff, good food, and great music. I had the Curry Chicken and my friend had the Jerk Chicken our side was the Rice and Beans. It was both of our birthdays so we decided... More

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Bucks County , Pennsylvania
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37 reviews 37 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
69 helpful votes 69 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

This is one of those serendipity stories. We had our heart set on Cuban food, but by chance would up at the Jerk Hut near the Univ of So Florida. It is not for everyone, but the beans and rice, the pork, the shrimp were to die for. But the real attraction was the Caribbean rum drinks. Forget the Mohitos.... More

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Wellington, Florida, United States
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

I first ate at this restaurant several years ago and now whenever I am in Tampa I make sure I stop by and either eat there or get a couple of different entrees to go! Their extra spicy Jerk Chicken is great! The Curry Chicken, Ox Tails and patties, Oh MY! I recently tried the Brown Stew Chicken and it... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2013 via mobile

The waitress was nice but the service we had was terrible. We waited for ever for our food and when it can mine was over cooked and on a dirty plate. Our table was near the kitchen and I had to tell staff to be mindful that have children at my table because of the profanity.I should have known this... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2013 via mobile

Okay, quick review: the atmosphere is super fun and clean and unlike anything you can find anywhere else. We ordered the sampler appetizer; conch fritters - good; coconut shrimp - really good; plantains - probably good if you're into plantains; fries - standard. Entree: salmon platter - so salty it could have been mackerel, we sent it back; Florida fish... More

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33 reviews 33 reviews
32 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2013 via mobile

I have driven past this place dozens of times but never stop because I always had groceries in the car. 6 months later I finally stopped and I'm SO SAD I missed out on 6 months worth of deliciousness!!!! I went through the drive through and ordered the curry chicken. The girl I ordered from could not have been nicer... More

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Clearwater, Florida
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6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2013

I used to go here in college. The servings were big and had great flavor. Very relaxed atomosphere. It was good food, and as a student cheaply priced which was important.

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Orlando, Florida
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14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2013

I ended up eating here with two of my girlfriends who live in Tampa. We all got the Jerk Ribs and Chicken combination platter with rice, beans and cabbage. All I can say is Wow! The plate was over-flowing with food. The cabbage was really really good. The three of us were only quiet and eating away until we were... More

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Tampa, Florida, United States
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7 reviews 7 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 January 2013

... I went here today for lunch and the service was horrible. The waitress was very unpleasant, very bothered for no reason. Had to wait to get the basics like silverware, something to drink, a menu, which I never got so I just went for the buffet. Apparently the buffet was about to close so I asked for a to... More

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Tampa, Florida
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3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2013 via mobile

Food is great, staff is friendly, and the drinks are POTENT!!!! Seriously love this place! The redd sauce is a must have, as it taste amazing on EVERYTHING!!

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