Bronx Jamaican and Soul Food Plates on Gerard Avenue
Rice and peas, braised meats, greens and macaroni share the counter at 854 Gerard Ave with fresh juices and smoothies.
🍛 Rice and Peas and Braised Meats
At 854 Gerard Ave, this Bronx counter serves Jamaican classics and soul food in a casual, generous format. The spread runs from rice and peas and braised meats to greens, macaroni, pasta, and bright vegetable sides. Fresh juices and smoothies widen the lane beyond a single plate.
Reviews are mixed on authenticity, with praise for tender, well seasoned meats and fresh cabbage alongside criticism of frozen beef patties and uneven oxtail and macaroni preparation. That contrast is worth keeping in mind when the tray looks especially abundant.
The appeal is the range. You can build a comforting plate around a saucy meat, a vegetable side, and rice, then keep the order easy with a juice or smoothie for the full spread. The room reads simple and welcoming, with the food counter doing most of the visual work. The setting stays casual, with generous portions and familiar sides keeping the meal easy to approach.
