Red Brick Cafe — Restaurant in New York

The guy was very nice. I asked for steamed fish. He said there was porgie available. Then he told me they only have steamed snapper. Excited because that’s what I had in mind I said that’s perfectly fine. I asked for okra and pumpkin to go with it. When I got I was very disappointed. This fish doesn’t look like snapper. Instead of a whole fish which I’m used to getting at other Caribbean restaurants I got filets and a whole bunch of rice and vegetables covered on top of it. I see why they covered it. Really was thinking I found a good place but don’t think I’ll ever go back.

Edit in response to the reply- that’s a passive aggressive response and who knows what you would do to my food. I’ve never seems snapper fillets look like what you gave me. Looks like a different type of fish & you definitely gave me extra vegetables to cover up the two little pieces of fish you gave me for the price I paid for. I’d be better off going to the places I know paying for a...

How have I missed this? I’m on this block every week but never tried this Carribean kitchen. Dropped in yesterday because I was in the mood for a hot Jamaican lunch. I ordered the curry goat, because I still haven’t tried cooking this at home. Guys, simply delicious! The steamed veg and pigeon peas and rice, also delish! The place is small and has like 3 places to sit (be warned) but I had myself a lovely time. Adding to my catering options and delivery list. It’s very mom and pop,sales me feel like they were here years ago when my relatives lived locally and from the other patrons, you know they are locally loved! I felt like I had stopped by my favorite aunt’s home and she just so happened to have just cooked curry goat. Down the the napkins, it all gave home cooked (cooked with love) vibes. Will def be...

A small place that is easy to overlook and you would be sad that you did. The food here is outstanding; they put real effort to make sure each of their dishes is packed full of flavor / seasoning (as any self respecting Caribbean restaurant would!). The staff is very friendly and will happily engage you in conversation during free moments.

There are only two things to give you a heads up on. First: Cash only so come prepared for that. And Second: Their seafood dishes are popular and can be bought out quickly so if you want to try their lobster (for example), plan that trip accordingly and maybe call in a phone...