Caribbean restaurants

Aunt Elsie Caribbean Kitchen

4.4 371 reviews 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM 2689 Eglinton Ave E, Scarborough, ON M1K 2S2, Canada

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Aunt Elsie Caribbean Kitchen, nestled in Scarborough, Ontario, is a hidden gem for Caribbean cuisine lovers. Patrons rave about the warm atmosphere and attentive service, making every visit feel like a homecoming. The menu boasts mouthwatering offerings like Curry Goat and Oxtail, praised for their rich flavors and generous portions. Evaysha Santiago-Kerr delighted in the Liver and Provisions along with Ackee & Saltfish, highlighting the authenticity and deliciousness of each dish. Arek Shashwyk noted the perfectly balanced heat in the Curry Goat, pairing it with a delectable donut, advancing him to label this spot a must-visit when in Scarborough. Johnny Stavrou echoed this sentiment, with rave reviews about the Saltfish meal and Curry Chicken, emphasizing their quality and delightful taste even through delivery. Several reviews mention the oxtail as a standout dish, alongside delightful sides like provisions and yam. Diners appreciate the value for money and the nostalgic flavors reminiscent of home-cooked Caribbean meals, primarily Jamaican dishes. While some noted the fried items could use a bit of oil management, this hasn’t deterred fans from returning for more. Overall, Aunt Elsie invites you to experience the heart and soul of Caribbean cooking in a welcoming environment—truly a culinary experience you wouldn’t want to miss.

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College students

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Reviews for Aunt Elsie Caribbean Kitchen

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Based on 371 reviews

Aunt Elsie Caribbean Kitchen in Scarborough is widely praised for its authentic Caribbean flavors and generous portions. Reviewers frequently highlight standout dishes such as curry goat, oxtail, ackee and saltfish, and traditional provisions like yam and dumplings. The food is noted for being well-seasoned, flavorful, and served hot, whether ordered in-person or via delivery. Customers consistently appreciate the warm and polite service, contributing to a welcoming dining experience. Reasonable pricing combined with quality ingredients reinforces its appeal. Overall, Aunt Elsie Caribbean Kitchen is recognized as a must-visit spot for those seeking genuine Caribbean cuisine with homestyle tastes and reliable service.

Evaysha Santiago-Kerr

May 22, 2025

Staff were warm and welcoming, very polite. I ordered the liver and provisions and ackee & saltfish w/ white rice and was not disappointed. Mom got oxtail with rice and said the food was amazing. Definitely will be coming back again

Arek Shashwyk

May 05, 2025

I’m not often in Scarborough But!!! When I’m here i must visit Auntie and Her food !! This one here is a Curry Goat which is Delicious not over hot which is great for me :) and the donut went along great with that , also 13 meal come on Its a must try People !

Johnny Stavrou

Apr 19, 2025

I ordered off UberEats. I ended up getting the salt fish meal and curry chicken. Both were absolutely delicious!!! Very well proportioned, the food came hot, and my goodness. So yummy! Will definitely be ordering from Aunt Elsie again!

Cheryl C

Apr 17, 2025

Aunt Elsie occupies space in a small Caribbean grocery store. The oxtail is delicious, the provisions are plentiful and so yummy. Salt fish so delicious. Just go and buy.

Mel C

Feb 22, 2025

This place is a solid 10 outta 10 and needed to be one of Keith Lee's Toronto stops. The food and service is giving the best authentic vibes and might even make you a little homesick for Jamaica. The prices are reasonable and the quality of food is high. I recommend the ackee and saltfish, the cookup saltish a la carte, and the okra. The cooked good was also really good; proper yam and dumplings (My only complaint is the fried cassava (yucca), fish fritter, and festival. It was really greasy (needs some paper to soak up the excess oil) . Will definitely be back to try more items! Loved it

Lorna Blake

Feb 21, 2025

Whenever I visit Toronto, I usually stop in to get some home cooked Jamaican food. As a Jamaican, I'm very discriminating about where I buy Jamaican food but Aunt Elsie's is the real deal. I picked up 2 Roots Tonic for my husband. I bought some beef veggie patties and a large king fish dinner. Everything was delicious as usual. I went back just before leaving Toronto. I got a large curry goat dinner for my husband, a large jerk chicken for me, ackee & saltfish with food for my son and veggie patties. Dee-licious! Highly recommended.

A C

Feb 08, 2025

What a delicious wholesome meal and very affordable too! I tried the Chicken stew with rice and beans. Definitely coming back to try more dishes!

Suresh Doss

Feb 06, 2025

One of the best neighborhood Jamaican shops in town. Its part grocery store, part takeout kitchen. The jerk chicken here IMO is the best in the city,. They also get a straight shipment of hard-to-find vegetables straight from Jamaica. Beats the big box stores. Also, you'll find an assortment of frozen patties here from local producers.