Island Grill
African

Island Grill

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.4 (461 reviews)
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← Centretown
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ABOUT

This African restaurant in Centretown specializes in grilled meats and traditional dishes at moderate prices, with a strong 4.4-star rating from nearly 460 reviews. Island Grill offers vegetarian options alongside its main offerings and has a selection of beer and wine. The location on Bank Street makes it accessible for both neighbourhood diners and those visiting the downtown core.

HOURS

Sunday (today) Closed
Monday Closed
Tuesday 2:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Wednesday 2:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Thursday 2:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Friday 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Saturday 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm

RESTAURANT DETAILS

β™Ώ Accessibility
βœ“ Wheelchair-accessible entrance βœ“ Wheelchair-accessible seating βœ“ Wheelchair-accessible parking lot
🍽️ Service Options
βœ“ Dine-in βœ“ Takeout βœ“ Delivery
⭐ Popular For
βœ“ Lunch βœ“ Dinner βœ“ Groups
πŸ₯— Offerings
βœ“ Vegetarian options βœ“ Beer βœ“ Wine
πŸͺ‘ Dining Options
βœ“ Lunch βœ“ Dinner
πŸ‘₯ Crowd
βœ“ Groups
πŸ“… Planning
βœ“ Accepts reservations
πŸ’³ Payments
βœ“ Credit cards βœ“ Debit cards βœ“ NFC mobile payments

REVIEWS

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Danielle Goodall
January 19, 2026
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My company orders from Island Grill almost every week and the food and service are amazing! The Chef brings us a different variety of food each week, and we can always count on it being delicious.

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Marc Byzenko
November 12, 2025
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Since I have left Toronto. I haven’t found my favorite dishes available until I found Island Grill. The Goat Roti was flavorful and tender the Curry Chicken Roti had bite. Our favorite so far is the Oxtail, rice and peas. We will return again. Hopefully chef will visit Nova Scotia. We would love to see you.

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Mohsin Bhujwalla
June 20, 2025
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Curry chicken roti extra spicy was such a joy to eat! The hot sauce lingered, but not in a way that is uncomfortable. Decent filling of chicken, chickpeas, and potatoes. Nice roti shell that absorbs the flavour of the curry. It’s not a dine in place, but they do have an enticing assortment of seasonings and hot sauce for purchase.

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Namrata S
May 25, 2025
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Tried this place for the first time and was not disappointed! The jerk chicken was delicious, would have preferred more sauce but that’s fine. Curry goat was even more delicious than the chicken, it came with a good amount of curry. The meat was cooked and seasoned well. Both came with coleslaw and a side of plantain. The tropical salad with mango dressing also tasted good; bonus points for the grated fresh coconut on top! Their prices are fair too for the quantity and I’d say we got 1.5 meals out of the food.

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Jacob Devine
February 26, 2025
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Had the oxtail, first time ever trying oxtail. Needless to say but it won’t be my last! Absolutely delicious. The meat was super flavorful and melted in my mouth. The sauce was rich and had deep beef flavor. The rice was delicious and full of beans. The plantains were done perfectly. Lastly the coleslaw was a nice compliment with a lovely black pepper taste. Super friendly service in a small restaurant. Highly recommend

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324 Bank 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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Confirmed Vegetarian-friendly
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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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Confirmed Accessible
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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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