Island Flava
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Island Flava

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.4 (458 reviews)
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← Byward Market
Dine-inTakeoutDelivery

ABOUT

Casual, bamboo-accented spot for traditional & innovative Caribbean fare, like jerk chicken poutine.

HOURS

Sunday (today) Closed
Monday 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
Tuesday 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
Wednesday 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
Thursday 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
Friday 11:30 am - 10:00 pm
Saturday 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

RESTAURANT DETAILS

🍽️ Service Options
βœ“ Dine-in βœ“ Takeout βœ“ Delivery
⭐ Popular For
βœ“ Lunch βœ“ Dinner βœ“ Groups
πŸ₯— Offerings
βœ“ Beer
πŸͺ‘ Dining Options
βœ“ Lunch βœ“ Dinner
πŸ‘₯ Crowd
βœ“ Groups
πŸ’³ Payments
βœ“ Credit cards βœ“ Debit cards βœ“ NFC mobile payments
πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking
βœ“ Paid parking lot βœ“ Paid street parking

REVIEWS

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Edgar Lozano
February 25, 2026
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Island Flava catered our office lunch this week and I think the best review that I can give is that every person who tried chef Lennox’s food was smiling and raving about how great it all was.
The curried chicken was particularly delicious.

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Henry H
February 23, 2026
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Service is friendly but the food is not good.

The jerk chicken was so dry and overcooked. It’s dark meat so difficult to obercook but texture was like overcooked white meat. Bean rice was good. Flavor of jerk chicken was ok, average. Overall for price you pay and quality, bad taste and poor value.

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Moe Benproblm
January 24, 2026
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yesss this the real deal. I really enjoyed every bite of my meal. I ordered a curried goat roti and it was just like home. amazing flavors and the price is right for the portion. I will definitely order again.

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Jennifer Damirdjian
December 27, 2025
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the amount of protein compared to the rice is so funny to me, yes it does come off as a big portion but paying almost 30$ for a plate with 3 plantains, thank god i ordered plantains on the side.. i got 2 of the same plate for 78$ total btw.. just not worth it in my opinion.
I’d rate the meal a 7.5/10
portion to price ratio needs to change!

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joy blaise
March 10, 2025
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πŸ”₯ Island Flava Got a New Spot & It’s Fire! πŸ”₯

If you haven’t checked out the new Island Flava location yet, you’re seriously missing out! The vibe? Perfect. The food? Even better. I had their jerk chicken, and let me tell youβ€”it was next level. Juicy, flavorful, and cooked to perfection with that real island spice! 🌢️πŸ”₯

The new place is bigger, better, and has the best atmosphere for enjoying authentic Caribbean flavors. If you love great food and good vibes, this is the spot to be. Go check them outβ€”you won’t regret it!

#IslandFlava #JerkChicken #CaribbeanEats #FoodieVibes

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412 Dalhousie Street
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πŸ₯— Dietary
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Halal
Serves halal meat - even if they don't advertise it
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Vegan-friendly
Has solid vegan options even if it's not a vegan restaurant
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Vegetarian-friendly
Good vegetarian options on the menu
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Gluten-free options
Has gluten-free dishes or can accommodate
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Kosher
Serves kosher food or has certified kosher options
✨ Features
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Open past 10pm
Kitchen or bar stays open late - good for night owls
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Happy Hour
Has a regular happy hour with drink or food deals
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BYOB
You can bring your own bottle - call ahead to confirm
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Wheelchair accessible
Accessible entrance, seating, or washroom
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Private dining room
Has a private space for events or groups
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Quiet / low noise
Good for conversation - not a loud scene
🍽️ Amenities
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Patio
Has outdoor seating - patio, terrace, or sidewalk
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Live music
Hosts live music or performances regularly
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Dog-friendly
Welcomes dogs on the patio or inside
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Kids menu
Has a dedicated kids menu or child-friendly options
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Full bar
Serves spirits, cocktails, wine, and beer
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Takeout
You can order food to go - call or walk in
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Delivery
Delivers directly or through a third-party app
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Cash only
Doesn't accept cards - bring cash
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