Welcome to Ocho Rios Grill
At Ocho Rios Grill, the essence of Caribbean cuisine comes alive in Lawndale, CA. This charming eatery beckons diners with a rich tapestry of flavors, from tender oxtails to spicy jerk chicken, each dish crafted with love and authenticity. With a menu that caters to both meat lovers and vegetarians, Ocho Rios offers comfort food that feels like home. Guests rave about the generous portions and the vibrant, flavorful sides, like rice and peas and fried plantains. The warm, welcoming service enhances the experience, making every visit memorable. This hidden gem proves to be a must-try for Caribbean food enthusiasts.
- 14400 Hawthorne Blvd, Lawndale, CA 90260 Hotline: (310) 675-7467
Welcome to Ocho Rios Grill, a delightful spot nestled in the heart of Lawndale, California, that brings the vibrant tastes of the Caribbean straight to your plate. Known for its authentic Jamaican cuisine, Ocho Rios Grill has become a beloved destination for locals and visitors alike. Whether you're craving a hearty dinner or a satisfying lunch, this gem located at 14400 Hawthorne Blvd is sure to deliver.
The menu is a tapestry of flavors, offering everything from the classic Jerk Chicken to the rich and savory Oxtail. The vegetarian options are equally alluring, such as the Vegetarian with Callaloo served with rice and peas, cabbage, and your choice of a delightful side. Prices range from a modest $5.40 for Sour Soup to a feast-worthy $36.50 for their famed Fried Chicken, always made to order for optimal freshness.
- Highlight Dishes:
- Oxtail: Tender, juicy, and falling off the bone, this standout dish is cited in multiple reviews as a must-try.
- Jerk Chicken: While there are some variations in taste over the years, many still rave about this smoky and spicy dish.
- Curry Goat: A rich and aromatic choice that has captivated the palates of patrons all over.
- Patties: Not to be overlooked, the patties are praised for their perfect spice and flaky texture.
Customer reviews echo the restaurant’s strengths, highlighting not only the flavor but also the warm, inviting atmosphere. One diner particularly noted that the staff is like family, enhancing the dining experience with their friendly service. It's a place where flavor meets home-like warmth, ensuring that every visit feels like a special occasion.
While the interior may align with typical Jamaican restaurant aesthetics, it is the food that truly shines. Many diners opt for takeout, bringing home generous portions that never fail to delight. A harmonious blend of succulent meats, fresh vegetables, and traditional Caribbean sides such as fried plantains and festival make Ocho Rios a favorite.
So whether you're in the mood for breakfast featuring Ackee & Saltfish or a fulfilling dinner plate, make your way to Ocho Rios Grill. Dive into a culinary journey filled with flavors that dance beautifully on the palate. As countless satisfied customers have shared, you'll be drawn back time and again, eager to relish the Caribbean charm that this restaurant embodies.

Needed my fix and what a great lil place. They have a great menu for lunch and dinner. The food is delicious and will definitely return for the customer service just like home. The dinner specials a vegetarian plate was delicious. The combination plate of curry goat and oxtail. Sides callaloo, rice and peas, fried plantains, festival.

I ordered the oxtail dinner with red beans & rice & Mac n cheese. The oxtails were very flavorful but could have been more tender, the red beans & rice was really good, the Mac & cheese was just ok. I'd come again, the staff is super nice & friendly, that goes a long way.

Best Jamaican food in this neck of the woods. Love their oxtail and curry goat, but other entrees are solid too. Patties are the best, perfectly spicy and full of flavor. All the sides are great, too, always hard to pick just three. The place is kinda meh inside, but similar to other Jamaican restaurants. We usually get take out.

Ocho Rios was a pleasant surprise. The place was kept clean and the food was amazing. I had the oxtails and the goat curry and they were both delicious. The portions were also generous so I had food to take home. The owner/cook was also very pleasant to talk to. Will definitely come back again.

If you're looking for the best oxtail plate in LA, Ocho Rios is the spot! The oxtail is always tender and juicy, with large, flavorful pieces of meat. The rice is perfectly fluffy, the cabbage has a light, fresh taste, and the plantains are soft and sweet--everything on the plate is simply amazing. This has to be one of my top meals, hands down. On this particular visit, however, I had an issue with the ginger pineapple juice--it was bad. This was surprising, as I've never experienced anything like that here before. It took me a few sips to realize, and unfortunately, they were closed by the time I got home, so I couldn't report it. Hopefully, they'll make it right next time with a replacement. Despite that hiccup, this is without a doubt the best Jamaican spot in LA. The patties are good and flaky, but the real star is the oxtail plate. Highly recommended!

They say, "You are what you eat"... does that mean I'm a jerk or a chicken? Put those words together and you got a delicious Jamaican dish. I used to come here 7 years ago and they had the best jerk chicken. Sad to say, but I think the recipe changed from back then. It was good but not great. The dish that did get better was the oxtail. The meat was Fall off the bone and it had a delicious flavor. The ladies that work here were real nice and sweet. I will have to come back to try their other dishes.

My mom and I used to eat here often before I moved from CA. Now I'm back, and I'm so happy that the food is still really good. I got the curry chicken, mac, rice and peas, and cabbage. All were very good, and I truly regretted not getting a side of Yams for a sweet balance to the savory. The chicken was all thighs on the curry plate which was fine with me but just a note if that's not your thing. My mom got the jerk chicken plate and was pretty happy but preferred that the sauce be cooked heavily on the chicken vs served on the side. Pro tip mix the ginger pineapple with lemonade it's delicious! Friendly service, quick turnaround for food we ate there and still had half a container each of leftovers!

Yum!!!!! My grandson and I weee looking for a place to have lunch. He had a taste for Caribbean food. I wanted to try something new and found Ocho Rios. The woman behind the counter was extremely patient with us as we figured out what we wanted. I was also placing an additional order to take away to my daughter. My teenager grandson was in search of oxtails. They only served it from their dinner menu which supplied different sides. He had macaroni and cheese, yams, and rice and peas. I had brown stew, chicken with plantain and order of cabbage. My daughter's order was jerk chicken with cabbage, plantain, rice, and peas. My grandson described his food as fire. My daughter said it was the best jerk chicken she's had. I concur, my food was amazing. In fact, it was so good I forgot to take a picture. Lol. Happy my grandson did. I will definitely be going back. No