Escovitch Snapper (Large)
Crispy fried fish topped with a tangy, spicy vinegar-based sauce made with pickled onions, carrots, and peppers.
Caribbean · Irvington, NJ
Jamaican FireOn A Plate
Slow-braised oxtail, crispy escovitch snapper, and bold Caribbean soul cooked fresh in Irvington, NJ.
Straight From The Islands
Real Caribbean Soul
At MacKariba Kitchen, every dish carries the heat, spice, and heart of the islands. We slow-braise our oxtail for 90 minutes, fry our snapper crisp, and layer scotch bonnet, thyme, and allspice into recipes passed down through generations. Rooted in Irvington and proud of it, we cook Caribbean food the way it's meant to be - bold, generous, and unapologetically flavorful. Pull up a plate.
The Heavy Hitters
Our Best Sellers
Braised Oxtail
Seasoned with fresh onion, garlic, allspice, thyme, ginger, and scotch bonnet pepper. Slow-braised for 90 minutes and served with your favorite side.
Rasta Pasta
Colorful pasta in a creamy sauce with bell peppers, onions, and spices, garnished with herbs and often paired with jerk chicken or shrimp.
Stew Peas
A hearty dish made with red kidney beans, salted meat, and dumplings, slow-cooked in a flavorful, coconut-based sauce.
Canned Mackerel
A rich, savory fish packed in oil, water, or sauce, full of omega-3s and cooked into a comforting island-style dish.
Curried Goat
Tender, flavorful goat meat slow-cooked in a spicy, aromatic curry sauce with herbs and island spices.
Come Say Hi
Irvington, NJ 07111
Find The Kitchen
Location
1080b Springfield AvenueIrvington, NJ 07111
Call Us
(917) 627-1888When We're Cooking
- Mon
- 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
- Tue
- 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
- Wed
- 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
- Thu
- 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
- Fri
- 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
- Sat
- 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
- Sun
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Delivery
Pickup
Good To Know
Questions? Answers.
What meals do you serve?
MacKariba Kitchen serves authentic Caribbean cuisine perfect for lunch, dinner, and special occasions. Our menu features bold, flavorful dishes like crispy Escovitch Snapper topped with tangy pickled onions and peppers, and slow-braised Oxtail seasoned with scotch bonnet, thyme, and allspice. Enjoy our creamy Rasta Pasta, hearty Stew Peas slow-cooked in coconut sauce with dumplings, or our savory Canned Mackerel dishes. Every meal brings the rich, vibrant taste of the Caribbean straight to your plate.
Do you offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, we offer both delivery and pickup. Order your favorite Caribbean meal with ease.
Where are you located?
MacKariba Kitchen is located at 1080b Springfield Ave, Irvington, NJ 07111, USA.
What areas do you serve?
MacKariba Kitchen proudly serves Irvington, Newark, East Orange, Orange, Maplewood, South Orange, Bloomfield, Belleville, Nutley, and Montclair, NJ, bringing authentic Caribbean flavors to communities across Essex County.
