Jamaica Lounge — Local services in Amsterdam

I was on a 24 hr layover in Amsterdam looking for something to do. I came across Jamaica Lounge after doing a quick Google search. I was happy to see they were having an event for Jamaica 61st independence (or something like that). I love reggae and jamaican culture, so I decided to go check it out. Unfortunately, I arrived to find the venue empty. The employees were there, but nobody else. I was disappointed but had to remind myself it was a Tuesday night. To be fair, I'm giving Jamaica Lounge 3 stars all around because I did not get to experience anything since I did not stay. I would suggest going to check it out for yourself. Going on the weekend probably also...

We arrived a little before the restaurant transforms into a Mexicana event. Interestingly, the venue is promoted and projected as a 'Jamaican lounge'. The waitress there messed up my group's order multiple times and we waited nearly an hour for our 'take away' food. We were under the assumption that we could eat in. The mac and cheese was not good. Equally, they strictly played Vybz Kartel which is obviously not representative of all Jamaican music. If you want a real authentic Jamaican experience I would...

Big up the owner,Jimmy each and every time!! Myself and my partner spent THE BEST 2024 Xmas eve at the Jamaica lounge. The rum punch took us right back to Jamaica,the welcome and hospitality we experienced, really made us feel at home. My request for steamed veg with my meal was accommodated,even though it wasn't on the menu! The vibe,the music, were unmatched we went twice in Three days :) Curry mutton,rum punch & Jamdown vibes...