Jamaican Jerk Pit

314 S Thayer St, Ann Arbor
(734) 585-5278

Recent Reviews

Chiara N.

steps away from the diag is the jamaican jerk pit. the jerk chicken was incredible- meat falling right off the bone and the plantains were delicious (medium spice is a must!). service was very friendly and attentive. so happy to have tried this gem in the middle of ann arbor!

Ken Bobicz

The food is great, service is friendly. Only downside is if they are busy you will have to wait a while for the food. It is worth the wait and people are friendly while you wait.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Jerk Chicken Sandwich

Jen H.

Way better than I expected! The flavors were unreal! My mouth is watering just thinking about the food, lol. I loved everything! So, so good.

M Weaver

Had the jerk chicken w vegetables and reds skins and the jerk chicken pasta. Delicious!!! Quaint seating. Excellent service. Tee took great care of us.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Di Jerk Chicken, Fried Plantains, Jerk Chicken Pasta

Timothy Forbush

Absolutely delicious, very helpful staff. It's a little weird, nothing but empty tables when you walk in...everything is downstairs. But it's worth it. That's the jerk chicken, we got it w low spice. There was heat, but just there for

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Alora Truss

So friggin good…just from the smell alone I knew it was gonna be good…got the jerk chicken plate. Y’all the chicken fell off the bone ? so good. And the chicken and veggie patties perfect for the windy weather we experienced today…I told them that I would be back when came through again…I will be holding my promise of that.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Jerk Wings, Veggie Patty

Cheyenne M.

First time trying Jamaican food and I have zero complaints. I got the chicken on pita and I typically don't love lots of onions but they were flavored great and super tender. The service was nice and sociable too. Would come again and try something else.

Natalie Quinn

Been a couple of times and everything I’ve gotten so far has been delicious & flavorful (vegetarian delight - excellent, those plaintains…! , festivals - great server rec! , pineapple ginger beer - love, beef patty - perfect heat & spicing ?, veggie patty, & coconut cake)! Service was fast both times (I’ve gone in the evening, dine in & take out). Staff is lovely, attentive & friendly. Interior is relaxing and colorful—love the vibe. Look forward to trying more!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

E.C B.

Hands down thee best Authentic Jamaican Cuisine I've found. Searched high and low and Jamaican Jerk Pit was worth the ride. From the first bite to the last bite. The beans and rice were perfection along with the cabbage....... My taste buds had being longing for a taste of such exceptional cuisine. I drove from Oakland County to Ann Arbor to get more than my tummy satisfied, but my longing for great food..... Ambiance is very West Indies and befitting of the cuisine and homage to a people.... P.S. Chef we could use a restaurant of your caliber in the Southfield/Detroit area.......

Faraz Habibi

Best chicken in A2. Friendly staff treats you like family. Lots of variety on

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Coco Bread, Jerk Wings, Red Potatoes and Cabbage, Jerk Chicken Pasta, Jerk Chicken Lunch, Jerk Chicken

Lena Bouwens

Incredibly delicious! We each ordered our own meal and ended up sharing, so we could try a bit of everything. Our favorite was the jerk chicken pasta! Our server was lovely and the restaurant has a fun island

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Anshuman Swain

Great food and service! I ordered the jerk pork and it was fantastic.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Jerk Pork

Jada Prathinthong

I will die about this place. Tee was so amazing and the chefs were phenomenal. Been eating here for over 10 years and they have NEVER disappointed me, ever. I will have them cater my wedding for sure, that’s how amazing this place is. Bbq jerk wings, oxtail pasta, and jerk chicken pasta.. MWAH CHEFS KISS!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Jerk Wings, Jerk Chicken Pasta

InThe D.

Fun. Good food. Nice workers. Place is a bit of a dump, but that adds to the character of things. Jerk pork and jerk chicken are amazing. Fried plantains are solid. Always get medium or high spice. Plan on a wait and don't be mad when it's slow - you're on island time, so live that way for the moments while you are there.

Fiona Lunt

Finally got the chance to try this place and it did not disappoint! We dined in and tried the jerk chicken and curry chicken entrees, which were both delicious, and we had plenty for leftovers. Servers were very kind too! Not bothered at all by the wait time-- they told us 45 min and it was about that long, but you can tell they're working hard in that kitchen!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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