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Caribbean, Jamaican
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Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
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Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
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Reviewed 18 April 2023

We came for lunch on recommendation and we were not disappointed, The food was absolutely delicious, all the traditional favourites, authentic and home made. the Mac and cheese and the jerk chicken are to die for. Generous portions and good value for money. Will definitely...visit again.More

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed 23 January 2023

I ordered food for a small gathering and I always knew it was going to be great. The curry goat curry was so tasty and tender. I loved the rice and peas as well. My favourite would be the ackee and salt fish which was...delicious. I love the fact that I can get some home cooked Caribbean food locally. The staff were great as well. I only wish it was easier to park close by. Thank you Jemz!More

Date of visit: January 2023
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Reviewed 18 January 2023 via mobile

I've just recently came out of hospital all I craved was some good soul food firstly the owners made me feel very welcome polite courteous couple secondly the food where do I start it was outstanding I had jerk pork which melted in your mouth...rice and peas coleslaw and salt fish fritters I salivated every mouthful thankyou to the amazing team at jemz for satisfying my craving it was spot on I can't wait to eat here again 😋 lynnxxxMore

Date of visit: January 2023
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Reviewed 26 July 2022

to me, a good meal is obviously around the food, but if the welcome and the atmosphere is nice then you enjoy the experience even more. My wife and I popped into this little gem and enjoyed the experience. The owner spoke and explained the...menu, the food and service was good and I enjoyed it. Nice background music and a nice cafe/restaurant feel. Good luck.More

Date of visit: July 2022
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Reviewed 2 August 2021 via mobile

Oh my goodness! Amazing food. I enjoyed the next jerk chicken ever and my partner had oxtail which was so beautiful. I can’t wait for our next visit.

Date of visit: August 2021
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Reviewed 28 June 2021

Great food. Generous portions. Friendly staff. A definite Gem of bedford. Loved sitting next to the happiest fish in Bedfordshire (peach).

Date of visit: June 2021
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Reviewed 13 February 2021

Awesome food, everything we tried was amazing. Made with love and passion, great friendly and knowledgeable staff. I had dinner for 4 people and the portions were generous and tasty. The only downside is we could not find a menu either online or printed so...hd to guess what they did. Their Instagram is mainly a lot of pictures (fairly useless and no real information), Facebook was very out of date and their website pretty poor. Having said that, we will be back. Thank youMore

Date of visit: February 2021
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Reviewed 11 December 2020 via mobile

As a curious person and love great taste good woman I decide to visit "Jemz" very spontaneously, while for reason God show me this place. In first option I find myself very happy about atmosphere and music 🎶 there ! Something what my soul needed...😂👌💕 Those people are very friendly and they have a wall of achievements what shows that they work smart for what they have today and they succeed for sure . So I do not only have occasion to try dilicious ,home prapare Caribbean food, but also as a vegetarian I made my self full 😂🤫🤭 Each bit of food was for me as a step to paradise 😍 I love food haha 😂 so it was double pleasure 😋 I ate rice with beans - mmmmm mniam !! 😍 I do not remember all names while I will attach photo . Even side salad 🥗 was very creamy and perfect for this dish . On the end I blow my tongue 😂 with carrot 🥕 cake 🎂 and apart from very sweet top I do enjoy 🤠 Thank you 😊❤️ Happy customer 👌✨💃More

Date of visit: December 2020
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Reviewed 10 October 2020 via mobile

Amazing goat curry, so tasty and tender. Personally I prefer it a little more moist but when it packs flavour like that, who am I to argue. Rice and peas cooked just right and the Achee and salt fish just as delicious. Lovely place, great...food and fab staff!More

Date of visit: October 2020
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Reviewed 30 September 2020

Nice food friendly staff, Customer service was very good,owner builds a rapore with customers. Good range of dishes. I bought a few dishes all tasted good, fritters where top notch. Shop decorated to a good standard, Would recommend this shop 100%

Date of visit: September 2020
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Reviewed 22 August 2020

Why going elsewhere? Jemz is the best, portions are amazing, the curry, fried chicken, and jerk are the best! Their fish is so tasty and the fritters and side dishes are to die for. We have been coming here for years and despite trying other...Caribbean restaurants locally once, Jemz wins hands down every time. Thank you Jemz, keep up the good work.More

Date of visit: August 2020
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Reviewed 29 July 2020

I have been eating Caribbean food at Jemz for the past 4 years and want to recognise the quality cuisine provided by this Caribbean restaurant which is mainly influenced by the Jamaican culture. The food might seem pricey but the portions sizes match the price....Best of all the service is exceptional, professional and always with a smile. My favourite by far is fried chicken with rice and peas. They have the best fried dumplins in the country. Definitely worth a visit.More

Date of visit: July 2020
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Reviewed 9 January 2020

When i get dj jobs in Bedford or Luton, i always visit Jemz, delicious food, and great service, wish it opened on sundays, so i can get my sunday dinner, and worth travelling 40 miles to sample quality food.

Date of visit: December 2019
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Reviewed 8 January 2020 via mobile

First time visiting this place and was really impressed. Friendly staff, really tasty food, huge portions, and great value. Will definitely go again.

Date of visit: December 2019
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Reviewed 13 November 2019

Amazing food, good portions, great service. Just moved to Bedford recently & thought ide try it out, Definitely will become a regular.

Date of visit: November 2019
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Jemz Caribbean is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 5
  • Service: 5
  • Value: 5