Mr.Joes Island Grill Seafood & BBQ: Authentic Jamaican Flavors and Hearty Portions in New Orleans

The people are really friendly here. I loved the jerk chicken plate with the peas and rice and a side of cabbage and greens. Absolutely delicious with huge portions. One meal feeds me twice and I’m full both times.

I really don’t know how anybody can give this place a bad review. The food is expertly prepared and very tasty with generous portions. I’m not an expert on food from the region, but I do know delicious and this food is objectively delicious.

This place rocks!!! The food is incredible - got the jerk chicken served with yellow rice and cabbage, and of course, the legendary sauce. Just a super fun place that everyone is excited to be eating at. Srsly can’t wait to return and try the ribs next time. Thank you, Mr. Joe!

Had to come find where the amazing smell was coming from walking around one night. Huge portions, my pork ribs melted in my mouth and taste even better than they smell, and a huge side of delicious rice. I'll be back next visit, thank you! There is a veggie plate available.

I found this place tonight by accident when the Saint Roch Market was closed and I was looking for something potentially delicious nearby. When I think of "Island grill," I usually think of Jamaican and was pretty spot on here. The restaurant itself is a quaint little place tucked off of Saint Claude Avenue. It's a very basic layout similar to most Jamaican places I've been to around the country. The lady at the register was very friendly and greeted me when I came in. She answered all of my questions. I could see Mr Joe himself working hard in the back. I hadn't placed my order yet and was already getting a very authentic vibe. I decided to go with jerk pork today instead of my usual oxtails. As much as I love them, they can get a bit pricey at all Jamaican restaurants. They were out cabbage and the next batch wouldn't be ready for 20 minutes so I decided to get extra rice and peas. The total for my order was $24 which is incredibly reasonable. The food itself was absolutely fantastic! Completely on point in every way. I wanted to get fried plantains but they were also out of them, but I will certainly try them whenever I visit again. That you can bet on. Overall I had a great experience. I am absolutely stuffed and still have half a box for later. Tremendous food for the value. Excellent spice selections. It was spicy but not in a hot way. I could taste the fresh ginger in every bite. If my experiences continue to be this positive then I will definitely be a regular from now on. I only took off one star because they were out of several items, but that can certainly go up to a five-star review quickly.

Our first experience here was great. It seems like a family run business with regular customers based on the warm and kind environment. The food is amazing. My kids are picky, but had no problem demolishing everything on their plates and then some; they enjoyed the bbq chicken with rice and cabbage while we enjoyed the jerk chicken with rice and cabbage. The seasoning level is amazing, food was obviously cooked by a pro. We will definitely be back!

Was in New Orleans the 49ers vs Saints game about a month ago. Uber driver recommended this place for dinner! Absolutely did not disappoint! Amazing BBQ! I have never had pork ribs done so well I thought they were beef! Don't know if I will ever be back but the food was amazing. Even the side of rice! I couldn't get enough of it!!!