My Life in Meals

Jamaican Dutchy

I was so excited last week when I was taking my usual walk to the subway, and saw that the Jamaican Dutchy cart has now moved to 38th st between 6th and 7th ave. I’m not in the area during lunchtime, so I got some picked up for me and ate it for dinner.

So here’s what they’ve got: Goat Curry, Jerk Chicken, Stewed Chicken, Escovitch Fish, Cow’s Foot, and a few other daily Jamaican specialties. I tried the oxtails platter (large $11) and it was delicious, even reheated. First, the portion is humongous, two people can easily share a large. Second, the amount of meat they give you is highly surprising, considering that oxtails are on the pricey side. Third, the rice & “peas” they serve it with are delicious, although I’m not sure why they are called peas when they are clearly kidney beans?

The only thing that was missing was some heat! Isn’t Jamaican food supposed to be really spicy? This was SO mild that it really felt bland! Next time I will have to inquire and see if they have any hot sauce. Can’t wait to try the Cows Foot and Jerk Chicken!

Jamaican Dutchy
38th st (btwn 6th and 7th)
Website
Price: $$$ (for a cart)