Island Rootz Cuisine — Restaurant in Watertown

Where do I begin? I went in for the FIRST time excited to try something new. The Young lady at the front counter was not friendly at ALL and didn't even greet with a smile. They didn't have much to offer. I chose the Brown Stew Chicken with Veggies and Plantain. I asked for a Beef Patty. Beef Patty should've been called a SLIM patty as I couldn't even tell anything inside of it. Brown Stew was BELOW average in taste. Veggies weren't cooked all the way thru and were EXTREMELY bland. The rice and peas weren't made with ANY kind of love at ALL. I could've done a better job with that dish and CAN! I felt I was more or a BOTHER going here and I probably will NOT ever return. Not even sure HOW this place is rated a 4.8. It is by FAR a 1 star location that needs to practice smiling and greeting their first time customers and serve...

I've been waiting 8 years for a really, really good Caribbean restaurant. When I arrived, I didn't realize they were closed. They actually opened back for me and took my I order. Everyone greeted me very warmly, which I really appreciated as it is rare to get warm, friendly service. I ordered the Oxtail with Rice & Peas and Veggies. Everything about this dish was delicious. Oxtail is one of the harder dishes to perfect and let me tell you the chef nailed it. It was tender flavorful and not salty like many other restaurants. Everything was fresh, including the Rice & peas. I can't say enough good things about Island Rootz! I finally found my spot in CT so I don't have to go back to NYC for Good Jamaican food! Please support this restaurants because you will not be...

After hearing everyone in town rave about the food I had to try it out myself! The second you walk through the door you are embraced by the absolutely amazing aroma! Trying to decide was a nightmare because everything looked so good!!! I opted to go with the jerk chicken and let me tell you....it is THE BEST CHICKEN I HAVE EVER HAD!!!! The rice and beans...plantain...and vegetables all complimented each other perfectly! As if the food wasn't enough the owners / staff...well....they are just the sweetest! So welcoming and hospitable! This is going to most definitely going to be my "go to" on those nights I dont want to cook!!!! Watertown hit the food lottery with Island Rootz!!!! Please Don't Ever...