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Stepping into Caribbean Paradise on South Pennsylvania Avenue feels like a mini-vacation right in Wilkes-Barre. The moment you walk through the door, the vibrant colors and warm, inviting atmosphere set the tone for a truly relaxed dining experience. The menu is a lively mix of traditional Caribbean flavors with modern twists, offering everything from jerk chicken that’s perfectly smoky and spicy to tender, flavorful oxtail stews that are slow-cooked to perfection. Seafood lovers will find plenty to delight them, with dishes like coconut shrimp and curried shrimp that are rich, aromatic, and balanced beautifully with fresh sides like plantains and rice and peas.

What stands out immediately is the consistency and care in every dish. Portions are generous without being overwhelming, and each plate is thoughtfully presented, showing attention to both flavor and visual appeal. The service matches the food, with staff who are genuinely friendly, attentive, and eager to guide diners through the menu, offering suggestions and explaining the nuances of Caribbean spices and cooking styles. Whether you’re a regular or visiting for the first time, the team makes you feel right at home.

The ambiance is casual but full of character, with touches that celebrate Caribbean culture-from colorful wall art to rhythmic background music that adds a subtle, joyful energy without ever overpowering conversation. It’s a space where you can linger over a meal or grab a hearty takeout order, both of which come highly praised in local reviews. Speaking of takeout, the efficiency and care in packaging mean your meal tastes just as vibrant at home, which makes Caribbean Paradise a favorite among locals for quick lunches or family dinners.

Drinks are also worth exploring here, with tropical-inspired options that pair beautifully with the menu’s spices-think fresh fruit juices and rum-infused cocktails that complement the richness of the food without being overly sweet. The location is convenient, nestled in downtown Wilkes-Barre, making it easy to pop in after a day of exploring or shopping. Overall, Caribbean Paradise offers a genuine taste of the islands with the kind of warmth and hospitality that keeps people coming back, making it more than just a meal but a small, flavorful escape.

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What People's Say About Place

Good food, and good quantity, at really decent prices. I really wish I lived closer to supporting this business. There is NO inside seating. If your ordering more than 1-2 dishes, I would advise calling ahead to place the order as they are a small operation. I really enjoyed the food. Ordered the Medium Jerk Chicken with rice and peas (beans), greens and jerk sauce over it all! very tasty They also have some unique import food and drink items on the shelves inside. See the picture of the menu for items available as of this review (Feb 2025)

I love during the winter time where he makes different soups. I got the cow foot soup today which is always really good. The service is great and they are friendly people. I also got the jerk chicken and asked for some of the stew chicken gravy on top so it's not as spicy for me and it was really really good i've had their mac & cheese before which is delicious as well. I would definitely recommend.

Jerk chicken is fantastic here. Oxtails are my second option. Rice & beans, cabbage & collard greens all very good. This is the ONLY Jamaican spot where I actually enjoy the collard greens (I'm from NY). Cabbage also cooked in a sauce that makes it delicious for those who don't normally eat cabbage like myself. Staff is always friendly here and it's a nice, quiet atmosphere for such a busy city. Their ordering on DoorDash is amazing, in the sense that you can choose what sauce you want. For example, You have the option to get Jerk Chicken, but with Oxtail sauce. Portions are good, I usually get a Medium size for myself and you'll be stuffed if you can finish all that. Everytime I'm in Wilkes-Barre, this is my go-to. South of Wilkes barre the options are slim to none for this kind of food

I was in the mood for Jamaican food and ordered from this restaurant. I called because I couldn't find it. They relocated nearby. When I arrived I parked in the plaza lot. I walked in and ordered the curry chicken and rice and peas large. I also got the chicken patty. I paid and left. The patty was super delicious! The rice and peas was good as well. All in all I had a good experience.

Perfect platter lots of food for the price and people are friendly food was definitely on point

A wonderful bunch of people, who cook a cuisine that i miss. I think my Jamaican mother is back there in that kitchen.

Was in the area at the beginning of the month, so I stopped in for the first time. Ordered the large oxtails, collard greens, and bean/rice. Oxtails were soft and had tons of flavor. Collard greens were some of the best I’ve ever had. Beans/rice were good. Service was awesome. The guy and his dad were super friendly. Definitely will be stopping by again!

Food was really good. Oxtails were well seasoned and fell OFF the bone. Came with rice and peas with some cabbage which was really good. Service was good & place was clean. Would recommend. Also they aren’t stingy with the oxtail gravy !

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