Flavors of the Isle, Jamaican Soul Food & Bar

I stopped in for lunch and had a GREAT experience! I got a to go order and it was absolutely delicious. The woman working was so friendly and helped me decide what to order. I had wanted to try the salad and didn't see it on the menu, and she offered to make me a half order as a side. The dressing was so good and I ate every bite. I also got the chickpea curry and side of rice. The curry was so flavorful! The rice with black beans was probably the best rice I've ever had, and my boyfriend went back to ask what the seasoning was because we couldn't stop eating it. The prices were reasonable and portion size was large. It was very filling and they have a bar with cocktails. They have lots of vegan options as well. I am so glad we discovered this place, and I will definitely be back!

We were looking for dining option around Findlay market. Originally wanted to try Essen Kitchen but it was their break time, and this place had vegan options so we went in. We ordered vegan Platter, chickpea curry and their frozen Rum cocktails. It was very good and filling. So delicious. We really enjoyed cocktails too. (their frozen Rum cocktails are vegan too!) Very clean place, nice bathroom is always a plus score. Nice vibe going on too, the person who helped us was friendly and attentive. Will definitely come back for food! Nice vegan food, actually filling and worth every penny, I can see they put a lot of effort on this food and taste was awesome.

Amazing food, friendly service, and relax atmosphere. The owner was very personable and you can tell. She’s proud of her business. Bowl of curry chicken was spicy but flavorful. The collards are excellent. Eat this food!

If you’re looking to feel at home in Cincinnatti, you should check this place out located across the street from Finley Market! I’m from Louisiana and was looking for some food that tastes like home. I was extremely pleased with the service, atmosphere, and every item on the menu! From the Oxtails, to the Brown Chicken stew, and even the catfish was amazing not to mention the plantains DONE RIGHT! I will return and I will bring a friend!

i had the jerk stew and mac and cheese!!! SOOO YUMMY. love this place, my hair dresser eats here all the time and i can't wait to come back. the young men are polite and the service was timely. 10/10 recommend

Yo, I'm not even finished my meal and I'm writing this review. The best brown stew chicken I've had since I've been to Jamaica. Even the places in Philly don't even get it this right. The rum punch is good too

This spot is amazing! I literally don’t eat out anywhere unless I don’t feel like cooking. This is the only place that I go to for the fix! & they do the job justice!!! We eat plenty and it’s delicious 😋 I trust no other kitchen/restaurant to cook my food, only Flavors Of The Isle! ❤❤ I carry out most the time bc I’m always busy but we have dined in and it’s literally no difference in the service or food! Perfect date night place, colorful atmosphere, vibrant music and perfect service. They treat everyone like family and I appreciate that the most 🙏🏽

The food was DELICIOUS ANS phenomenal both times I’ve had it. The customer service is great as well the young boy from north Carolina is the sweetest . He was so attentive.

Small place, like most restaurants in OTR, but had around 7 tables and a walk up counter as well. Service was amazing and quick, and the food was very fast considering jerk takes a little while - the wings had amazing char on them and tons of meat and the side I got was the Collards (some of the best collards and pot liquor I’ve ever had). Highly recommend the plantains, they weren’t too sweet and had great caramelization all over them. They are a little understaffed, so make sure to show some local love.

Have not been there yet. I was at my cousin 70th birthday party, it was catered. The 2 ladies there did a great job on the food. Very good, I should visit soon. Happy New Year 2024.

The collard greens and plantains are incredible! The curry was super flavorful and delicious as well

College student at Cincinnati. Best food and hospitality while I’ve been here in the city. For sure my go to spot. Amazing mixed drinks as well.

They were super friendly greeted as when we walked in it smelled delicious they have vegan options truly glad we walked in.

Ms. Ebony prepared a large pan of cabbage for my organization the Unspoken Diva's for our Anniversary party and it was simply DELICIOUS, TASTY and HOT when I picked it up. You could taste the seasoning that was used.
It deserves an A+ rating our guest loved it.
Thanks for your great Customer Service. I will be back!💙

Came here for lunch with a large group and it was super delicious! The staff is very friendly as well. Definitely recommend!

This is a great place to get authentic Jamaican food. I can recommend this to those of you out there who want great food with friends. The owner is friendly and professional. You can ether eat outside or inside. Stop by when you have the chance. Have a great day, everyone

Bori Man

This establishment has won me and my wife over on our first visit 💪🏾. We walked in at 6:30pm with them closing at 7pm at we were told we may dine in and was assured it was no bother. The hospitality that we received was awesomely fabulous!!! They were warm and inviting, all while being attentive to us while we waited on our food. Our drinks were flavorful and tasty…straight delish and just what we were looking for, we had the Passion Rum Punch! The catfish was fried to perfection, the macaroni and cheese was homemade👍🏽, greens were heavenly and the cornbread was scrumptious!!!! The food looked so good I told my wife that my food would be done before she got back to the kitchen after we were served 😂😂😂. After we were finished eating I let them know that WE ARE NOW FAMILY!!! Plus the overall vibe was what I needed from a place that cooks for you!!!

Food and staff were amazing! Delicious food and great seating area. There was a somewhat strange smell inside so we ate outside in the nice seating area. Would definitely come back.

The best Jamaican food I have had in 20 years. The oxtail, rice & peas, cabbage, and plantains were amazing. Everything we had was great. The service was good too.

Good Jamaican food across from Findlay Market on Elm Street. I had a half pound of the Smoked Jerk Chicken Salad, which was authentically delicious.

My friends' Jerk Chicken Wings dinner platters took longer, but that's probably because it's the most popular food on the menu - looked like everyone in line before and after us ordered it. The prices were fair.

There's four tables inside that seat about a dozen, plus you can also get it to go and use the sidewalk seating or the tables outside Findlay Market.