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After moving from New York City where there are many Caribbean food options, I was excited to know that there was a restaurant not too far from where I lived in Maryland that had really good food. My first few stops were during the day or during their off peak times because we got everything in a really good time and the flavors were amazing. Since then, it's been everything but. Don't get me wrong the food is still good but the last time my wife and I tried to get food from there it was a circus. It was a Saturday evening and we knew there would probably be a lot of traffic so we decided to put our order in on Doordash so that we would spemd minimal time waiting on line or waiting for our food. Well the order went in around 7:45 and we were coming from a march in DC and had to drop off a friend on the way. We got to the restaurant at 9 pm and didn't leave the restaurant until after 10:30pm. Worst part is that I witnessed the ladies at the front desk have lie to people about how much time their order wait time and then after continuing to hold off waiting customers, to then have to tell them that the food they've ordered and paid for wouldn't be available. I believe on that day, they ran out of goat and/or oxtail. I completely understand food running out but don't have people pay their money and wait over an hour only to be disappointed. Figure out your inventory system. On top of that there's an influx of delivery drivers trying to get their customer's orders in as well and they're dealing with the ridiculous wait time as well which I'm sure is horrible for them. I think it's unfair to the ladies at the desk and to the kitchen staff to manage all of these orders without a proper system to manage them all. You have a long line of customers who also have to wait outside because of limited people inside, a steady influx of delivery drivers, and then people like me who try to order ahead to avoid all of this but none of it works. We've called ahead and used both grubhub and doordash all ending the same way..waiting extra time for our food. No one should have to deal with that stress; not the customers nor the workers. There's a pattern here and I'm not a fan of it. I want to continue to support this local black establishment but for right now I can't do that because they don't respect me, my money or my time. I wish this business all the best and maybe things will get better but for right now, I can't commit over an hour of my time for $20 worth of jerk chicken....I just can't do it.
Miguel SerrantMiguel Serrant
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I’ve always heard good things about this place but it’s a little ways out for me to get to. Today I wanted some jerk pork and saw they delivered via Uber Eats. After waiting approx 90 minutes and paying $92. The food arrived and it turned out to be such a disappointment. The jerk pork was super salty, It was difficult to consume it. The rice and peas (without any pea, not even one) was hard (rice grains was stiff) and didn’t even have any sauce or gravy to accompany it. The best thing was the plantains. The mac and cheese, hmm never seen Caribbean mac and cheese done in this style before. Sad to say the Jerk Pit ain’t for me. In response to the owners reply: Evidently there is a known issue with your Jerk Pork dish being way too salty. Just take a glance down the review page to everyone who has ordered this dish. You will find a reoccurring theme of Jerk pork being way too salty. Instead of making excuses, just access the seasoning or the preparation of the dish and make the necessary adjustments. Why would everyone who ordered this dish leave the same comment. We do not know each other. Also we ordered at different times. Some years and months ago. I purchase the 2 platers for my mom and I. My mom even called to ask if I wanted to raise her blood pressure with the salty food. I have no reason to lie to you or on your dishes. It’s still uneaten hours after delivery. I do however appreciate you taking time to respond tho. It shows you care. Best of luck to you too. Like I said before, I’ve heard lots of good things about your establishment, which is why I had no vice spending $92 on two jerk platters and some juices. Esp since I’m a Guyanese and can prepare all these myself.
cafiann morgancafiann morgan
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Soooo good! I was visiting the area and my coworker recommended this place. He’s from Jamaica. I had the oxtails, rice and peas, and mac and cheese. All top tier. Be prepared to wait! But it’s worth it. They also have fresh juice. Try the pineapple/ginger. It’s awesome.
cecily turnercecily turner
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Always on Point with much Flavor & Drinks
Corlina WillisCorlina Willis
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Pros: I don’t usually leave reviews but this was really good! I got the large curry goat and oxtails combo for $19. My sister also got oxtails and jerk chicken combo and jerk wings and there were also really good. The beef patty was really good too. Good portion sizes Cons: it was a 40 minute wait but there were a lot of people there and the food came out hot.
Simisoluwa AwolowoSimisoluwa Awolowo
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If you're looking for authentic and delicious Jamaican food in Maryland, The Jerk Pit is a must-try. The curry goat was incredible – perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection. The rice and peas and mac and cheese were equally impressive. I was so pleased with the quality of the food. Be prepared for a potential wait when you first arrive as the staff was occupied with other tasks when I walked in. But the food is worth it.
TASHI LUMITASHI LUMI
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9078 Baltimore Ave, College Park, MD 20740
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(301) 982-5375
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myjerkpit.com
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Casual Jamaican restaurant specializing in jerk chicken, pork, seafood & tofu.
attractions: Village Pump Liquors, Super 8 by Wyndham College Park Wash DC Area, Uptown Cheapskate College Park, Los Amigos, Budget Inn, College Park parkrun, restaurants: Sakura Seafood Buffet, College Park Diner, Azteca Restaurant, Tacos a la Madre - College Park, LaTao Hotpot College Park, MeatUp Korean BBQ & Bar, China Buffet, The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill - College Park, MD, Denny's, Cuppa Tea

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