Dunns River Caribbean Cafe - Beltsville

Where to start with this placeMy husband and I have made a plan to buy local in support of restaurants in our neighborhood.

I ordered the oxtail dinner and was totally disappointedThe oxtail had white spots on it which I can only assume is fat (is that even possible?).

I had a great experience at the restaurant today. The curry chicken was delicious and the Pattie was cooked perfectly with a nice crunch. The decoration is outdated and could use some updating, like replacing the carpets and green seats. Adding a TV and playing some reggae music in the background would really liven up the place. The customer service is excellent, especially the older sister who is very nice. I appreciated that they served the food on plates when dining in. The food quality is outstanding and really stands out. The only downside is the decor and could use some fresh paint. Overall, it was a great find and I would definitely recommend it to others.

The restaurant is welcoming, serves delicious food, and the service comes with a pleasant smile.

The food at this restaurant is extremely greasy and almost everything is deep-fried. I ordered the fried rice and was shocked to find a pool of oil at the bottom with floating black pieces, which I assume were burnt. The meal was so unappetizing that I could only manage to take a few bites before giving up. I ended up going to the Korean restaurant next door for dinner instead. I only wanted to explore a different cuisine, but if Caribbean food is like this, it's definitely not my preference.