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Chubby's Jamaican Kitchen

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Jamaican

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2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 64 times today

Experiences are available.

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Inspired by the warmth and vibrancy of Jamaica’s culture and people, Chubby's Jamaican Kitchen is a take on traditional Jamaican cooking balanced with relevant culinary twists. Co-founded as a passion project by Gusto 54 founder Janet Zuccarini and Angela Lawrence, Gusto 54’s Chief Culture Officer, Chubby’s is a celebration of their long friendship, and their love and respect for the island’s food and all the amazing Jamaican cooks they know.

Located in a circa-1890 row house re-envisioned by Partisans Architects and interior designer Wendy Haworth, Chubby’s boasts two floors of seating, two bars, and two outdoor patios. It melds old and new, inside and out to create a transporting dining experience complete with delicious Caribbean cooking, eclectic design and soulful hospitality. Chubby's is also a Michelin Guide CA - rated restaurant.

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Executive chef: Dadrian Coke

MICHELIN Plate
2022

From the OpenTable editors: It’s always island time at this laid-back Jamaican restaurant, which draws regulars for sensational jerk chicken and oxtail stew, best paired with a hibiscus mojito or two. There’s a popular back patio for the warmer months, but the tropical vacation vibes are just as strong indoors thanks to a lush, plant-lined dining room.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Jamaican, Caribbean
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(416) 792-8105
Website
http://www.chubbysjamaicankitchen.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
Inspired by home-style cooking infused with the warmth and vibrancy of Jamaica’s culture and people, Chubby’s is a celebration of our love and respect for the island’s food and all the amazing Jamaican cooks we know. We will lovingly prepare your favourite dishes to serve at your next occasion.
Private party facilities
Immerse yourself in authentic Jamaican cuisine and vibrant ambiance. Your private space awaits, complete with custom menus showcasing our island-inspired dishes. Let us whisk you away to Jamaica's shores for an unforgettable dining experience infused with Caribbean charm.
Private party contact
Meg: (416) 792-8105

Location
104 Portland St, Toronto, ON M5V 2N2
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Neighborhood
King West
Cross street
King and Portland Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

Island Time Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Happy Hour With An Island Vibe! Join us Monday to Friday for the perfect afternoon treat. Sips and Eats starting from $6.

Popular dishes

Saltfish Fritters*CA$15.00
Mango-lime-papaya salsa
Pepper ShrimpCA$19.00
Garlic butter, scotch bonnet; house-made hardough bread points
Ackee and Saltfish Bites*CA$15.00
Sweet peppers, onions, tomatoes fried dumplings
Slow-Baked Jerk WingsCA$19.00
Wild honey, scotch bonnet dust, lime zest festival
Jerk Chips & DipCA$9.50
Root vegetables, scotch bonnet dust, spicy aioli, mango pineapple sauce

Market Fresh

Add Protein: Jerk chicken $10, Jerk chicken breast $12, Jerk pork $7, Jerk shrimp $11

Kale and Pomegranate SaladCA$18.00
Roasted squash, pomegranate, almonds, toasted pepitas goat cheese, lemon vinaigrette
Watercress and Papaya SaladCA$18.00
Avocado, papaya, toasted cashews, tamarind vinaigrette
Mixed Greens and Mango SaladCA$18.00
Mango, radish, artisan lettuce, toasted coconut chips, sweet pecan, guava vinaigrette.

Jerk Pit Grill

Jerk Chicken
Wood fire grilled marinated chicken; chubby's slaw
- SmallCA$16.00
- MediumCA$23.00
- LargeCA$45.00
Jerk PorkCA$24.00
Wood fire grilled pork shoulder, sauteed seasonal greens
Jerk ShrimpCA$24.00
Wood fire grilled jerk shrimp; chubby's slaw

Big it Up

Curry ChickenCA$19.00
House-made curry spice, pineapple chutney; jasmine rice
Curry GoatCA$22.00
House-made curry spice, mango chutney; jasmine rice
Oxtail StewCA$25.00
Braised butter beans and herbs; rice & peas
Caribbean Veggie StewCA$18.00
Sweet potato, corn, beans coconut milk; jasmine rice
Curry Shrimp*CA$23.00
House-made curry spice; served with jasmine rice
Chubby's Jerk BurgerCA$22.00
Angus beef, jerk seasoning, mango salsa, pickles, charred lettuce
Pan-Seared Snapper Fillet*CA$28.00
Brown stew sauce, sweet potato, coconut steamed greens
Port Royal Mac & Cheese*CA$19.00
Saltfish, corn, mozzarella, cheddar cheese, toasted panko
Curried Chick Peas & Plantain HashCA$19.50
House-made curry spice; grilled eggplant, roasted tomato, pickled brussel sprouts

Pon di Side

Seasonal Sautéed GreensCA$9.00
Fried PlantainCA$10.50
Jasmine RiceCA$7.00
Rice & PeasCA$7.00
FriesCA$8.00
Chubby's SlawCA$7.00
Fried OkraCA$11.00
FestivalCA$7.00
Jerk TempehCA$8.00
Fried DumplingsCA$6.00
Oxtail GravyCA$4.00

Sweet Tings

Rum & Raisin Bread PuddingCA$14.00
Rum caramel sauce; vanilla ice cream
Chubbys Rum CakeCA$14.00
Dried fruits, rum cream sauce
Carrot CakeCA$13.00
Spiced butter cream; vanilla ice cream
Cornmeal PuddingCA$12.00
Candied corn nuts, coconut corn sauce, coconut ice cream
Ice CreamCA$6.00
One scoop: vanilla or rum & raisin or coconut

What 891 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Chubby's Jamaican Kitchen delivers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing Jamaican food," a lively atmosphere, and "friendly staff." Guests enjoy "incredible cocktails" and dishes like jerk chicken and curry goat. The ambiance is fun and upbeat, perfect for a casual date or group outing. Reservations recommended!

891 Reviews

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Kemi
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I brought my family here for the Thanksgiving holiday from Los Angeles. This is our first time in Canada. They truly enjoyed this experience on the Thanksgiving holiday. The food was scrumptious party, and the portions were massive the lovely service the ambience and the playlist was fire.
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Omar
Toronto
7 reviews
vip
3.0
7 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Server crammed us between two other tables. Refused to accommodate us anywhere else despite open tables. Food was ok. Chicken was quite dry. The quality has unfortunately gone done since I first started coming year a few years ago…
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Kira
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went to chubby's for my first time yesterday, LOVE the decor, server was amazing and so helpful, and the food was delicious. Can't wait to come back here.
Chubby's Jamaican KitchenResponded 2 days ago
Hi Kira, thanks for dining with us! We're so glad you had an incredible Chubby's experience and we look forward to hosting you again!
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Diana
Greater Boston
10 reviews
vip
3.0
10 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Cute spot that has the vibe chech - I loved the detail to the decor, furniture booths and artwork. However, I didn’t get to enjoy this as much as we were cramped into a 2 seater table that really shouldn’t have been a spot. Our chairs barely fit to be pulled out against a cramped wall and the table was wobbling like crazy. The jerk chicken was the star alongside the slaw that was refreshing and brought the zing. Oxtail w rice was served in 2 separate bowls which seemed just odd not really like full entree (very pricy for a small bowl of mostly bones), I wish there was more beans to the rice. Plantains were a hit.
Chubby's Jamaican KitchenResponded 2 days ago
Hi Diana, thanks for taking the time to share your recent experience with us. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the jerk chicken and slaw, but are sorry to hear that there were elements of your visit that you felt we could improve upon. We value your feedback and will share it with our management team. Thank you, and we hope to see you again.
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Franco
Montreal
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
DELICIOUS food and STELLAR service! We loved it and will return again and again.
Chubby's Jamaican KitchenResponded 3 days ago
Thank you so much, Franco! We're so happy to hear you loved the food and service at Chubby's. See you again soon!
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shelley
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was outstanding, plenty of delicious island dishes to eat for vegetarians and pescatarians. I'm already planning my next visit!
Chubby's Jamaican KitchenResponded 3 days ago
Hi Shelley, thank you for your wonderful review. We look forward to seeing you again soon!
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Michelle
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love everything about Chubby’s. Food, atmosphere and service are 10/10!!
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Sydney
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We drive in from Michigan and we really enjoyed the food, the ambiance, and the service was great.
Chubby's Jamaican KitchenResponded 5 days ago
Hi Sydney, that's awesome - thank you so much for stopping by! We're glad you enjoyed your Chubby's visit and hope to see you again soon.
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Reshma
Toronto
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Chubby’s is one of my absolute favourite spots in the city! It gets a bit dark downstairs with just candlelight and very low lighting so you can’t really read the menu or see your food but it’s all delicious when it arrives!
Chubby's Jamaican KitchenResponded 5 days ago
Hi Reshma, we're so honoured to be one of your favourite spots in the city! We can't wait to see you again!
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Ajit
Toronto
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was incredible. I had the goat curry. The rum punch was amazing! I sampled some jerk chicken which was delicious as well as ox tail soup. Our waiter provided great service. I can appreciate why this place has so many Michelin stars!
Chubby's Jamaican KitchenResponded 5 days ago
Hi Ajit, thank you for your amazing review. We look forward to seeing you again soon!
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FAQs

Chubby's Jamaican Kitchen offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Chubby's Jamaican Kitchen also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (416) 792-8105.

Chubby's Jamaican Kitchen is rated 4.6 stars by 891 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 64 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Chubby's Jamaican Kitchen

104 Portland St, Toronto, ON M5V 2N2

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross street
King and Portland Street
Neighborhood
King West
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Jamaican, Caribbean
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://www.chubbysjamaicankitchen.com/
Phone number
(416) 792-8105
Catering
Inspired by home-style cooking infused with the warmth and vibrancy of Jamaica’s culture and people, Chubby’s is a celebration of our love and respect for the island’s food and all the amazing Jamaican cooks we know. We will lovingly prepare your favourite dishes to serve at your next occasion.
Private party facilities
Immerse yourself in authentic Jamaican cuisine and vibrant ambiance. Your private space awaits, complete with custom menus showcasing our island-inspired dishes. Let us whisk you away to Jamaica's shores for an unforgettable dining experience infused with Caribbean charm.
Private party contact
Meg: (416) 792-8105

Chubby's Jamaican Kitchen

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Why they're an Icon

MICHELIN Plate

Private dining

Additional information

Island Time Happy Hour

Jerk Chicken

Curry Chicken

Chubby's Rum Punch

Likkle Bites

Saltfish Fritters*CA$15.00

Pepper ShrimpCA$19.00

Ackee and Saltfish Bites*CA$15.00

Slow-Baked Jerk WingsCA$19.00

Jerk Chips & DipCA$9.50

Market Fresh

Kale and Pomegranate SaladCA$18.00

Watercress and Papaya SaladCA$18.00

Mixed Greens and Mango SaladCA$18.00

Jerk Pit Grill

Jerk Chicken

Jerk PorkCA$24.00

Jerk ShrimpCA$24.00

Big it Up

Curry ChickenCA$19.00

Curry GoatCA$22.00

Oxtail StewCA$25.00

Caribbean Veggie StewCA$18.00

Curry Shrimp*CA$23.00

Chubby's Jerk BurgerCA$22.00

Pan-Seared Snapper Fillet*CA$28.00

Port Royal Mac & Cheese*CA$19.00

Curried Chick Peas & Plantain HashCA$19.50

Pon di Side

Seasonal Sautéed GreensCA$9.00

Fried PlantainCA$10.50

Jasmine RiceCA$7.00

Rice & PeasCA$7.00

FriesCA$8.00

Chubby's SlawCA$7.00

Fried OkraCA$11.00

FestivalCA$7.00

Jerk TempehCA$8.00

Fried DumplingsCA$6.00

Oxtail GravyCA$4.00

Sweet Tings

Rum & Raisin Bread PuddingCA$14.00

Chubbys Rum CakeCA$14.00

Carrot CakeCA$13.00

Cornmeal PuddingCA$12.00

Ice CreamCA$6.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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