Caribbean Food in Fort Lauderdale and Broward County

Broward County is home to one of the largest Caribbean communities in Florida, and the food shows it. Much of the action is in and around Lauderhill, along U.S. 441 and Broward Boulevard, where Jamaican bakeries, roti shops and Caribbean markets sit side by side.

The Dutch Pot — Fort Lauderdale

A much-loved Jamaican spot on West Broward Boulevard. Expect jerk and brown stew chicken, rice and peas, and excellent festival. Breakfast is served too.

Jamaica House — Lauderhill

Hearty Jamaican comfort food on West Broward Boulevard, with regulars praising the tender oxtail and generous portions.

PeppaSeed — Lauderhill

A casual Jamaican café on North University Drive. Fans rave about the brown stew fish with rice and peas.

Donna’s Caribbean Restaurant — Lauderdale Lakes and beyond

Open since 1995, with several Broward locations. A great place to try a traditional Jamaican breakfast of ackee and saltfish with boiled bananas and fried dumplings.

Golden Krust — Fort Lauderdale

The well-known Caribbean bakery chain, with a location on West Broward Boulevard for patties, coco bread and quick meals.

Naz Roti Palace — Miramar

A Trinidadian spot famous for some of the largest roti in South Florida.

Places, hours and menus change — please check before you go. Updated September 2026.

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