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This Jamaican eatery is a local gem, celebrated for its authentic Caribbean flavors, especially its highly recommended Jerk Chicken. Patrons rave about the tender and flavorful preparation of this signature dish. While the jerk chicken is a consistent hit, be mindful that some other chicken options may be drier.
Caveats
Some customers have found chicken dishes other than the jerk chicken to be dry.
Reddit Opinions & Reviews
Top Reddit Posts About EXQUISITE JERK PLUS INC.
A user recommends this restaurant's jerk chicken, contrasting it positively with another establishment.
https://www.reddit.com/r/FoodNYC/comments/1iz5i44/what_ethnic_foods_can_we_agree_that_ny_is_a_top_3/
A comment specifically calls out the restaurant's jerk chicken as superior, noting its unique sauce compared to other places.
Another user agrees with the positive feedback, criticizing a competitor's chicken as dry.
Recent Reddit Mentions
From post: Good Jamaican In Brooklyn
"In agreement with a previous comment, this user criticizes Peppa's chicken as dry."
NegativeJul 23, 2025View Comment →
From post: Good Jamaican In Brooklyn
"This user recommends Irie Jerk Chicken on Nostrand, contrasting it with a negative experience at Peppa's."
PositiveJul 23, 2025View Comment →
From post: What Ethnic Foods Can We Agree That Ny Is A Top 3
"A user claims the best jerk chicken is at Irie on Nostrand Ave, noting that unlike Peppa's, they don't put BBQ sauce in their jerk sauce."
PositiveFeb 28, 2025View Comment →