Jamaiquita

Jamaiquita is a recently opened Jamaican restaurant located in the Primer Parque area of Laureles, Medellin. The restaurant offers an authentic taste of Jamaican cuisine, featuring dishes like the acclaimed Curry chicken and the star attraction, the Jerk chicken. The jerk chicken is praised for its perfect blend of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors, with the sauce served on the side to cater to individual spice preferences.

The restaurant takes pride in using family recipes and preparing dishes with the same love and care as a traditional Jamaican family dinner. It also offers vegan options like jerk mushrooms and focuses on providing healthy, delicious fare, with most dishes being baked instead of fried.

Jamaiquita was founded by Anasia Reid, a native of the UK and Canada with Jamaican roots. Having spent six years in Medellin, Anasia was unimpressed by the lack of unique culinary experiences and the absence of Jamaican food in the city. Driven by her love for feeding people and a desire to share her family’s recipes, she took the risk of opening this one-of-a-kind restaurant in Medellin.

The gamble has paid off, as Jamaiquita has amassed a cult following and has ambitious future growth plans. To suit the Colombian palate, Anasia plans to introduce non-spicy options while staying true to her Jamaican roots and promoting healthy options, such as sweetening beverages with agave instead of sugar.

Visit Jamaiquita you won’t be disappointed. you will find English and Spanish speaking staff members.