Cafes

Jerked meat is ubiquitous in Montego Bay as much as the rest of Jamaica, deliciously juicy chunks of chicken and pork (and on occasion, shrimp and fish) served up at street-side stands and at "jerk centres" - casual eateries with jerked meats as their speciality. Side orders often include deep-fried bammy (flatbread), festival fritters, rice and peas.

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Scotchies

The popular Scotchies is a casual affair with ample outdoor seating, an excellent pit stop for famed Jamaican jerk chicken, meat, or fish. Order the "festival" fritters to accompany the meal and go easy on the jerk sauce, which may be a little too spicty to the unprepared …

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Pork Pit

This unassuming shack isn't to be overlooked - that magnetic aroma you might have sensed walking down Hip Strip is most likely coming straight from here. The choices are plain but fabulous jerked chicken, pork, or shrimp, with the typical sides of "festival", rice and peas, and a further …

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Juici Patties

Juici Patties seem to have become a hit with both locals and visitors, and for good reason - a patty this juicy is truly hard to come by. The hot pocket types include ones with beef, chicken, lobster, and a veggie …

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Nyam and Jam Sport Bar & Pool Lounge

This no-frills eatery at the edge of the Craft Market serves up delicious, uncomplicated fare, some items listed on the menu as simply "fish", with no further detailing - trust the chef (who also takes the orders while hard at work) to deliver. Food is consistently good and significantly cheaper than at some tourist …

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