Beryl's Pepper Pot in Ajax

The jerk chicken and chicken roti are amazing

Order through Uber oxtail was amazing goat was tough but taste was amazing.

Tried a half dozen Caribbean/Jamaican restaurants in ajax. This place hits right, good flavors and right amount of heat.

Chicken curry Roti was amazing!

The service and quality of food us always on par. They are always parking available and convenient.

On Uber the prices are double the amount than listed in store!!! Not worth it! Also its mostly rice for that double price ...Again not worth it .

I heard nothing but good things about this place but opening my food of container counting 3 piece of oxtail never again

Food is ok but not for those prices and the might not even have dat on certain days. If your in Durham u mite have no choice but theres way better Jamaican food out there

Food is good but the waiting time is too long, have a 20 minutes lunch break but it took me 30 minutes to get my order. They need to do better to service the customer. Parking: Parking is good

Always great food. Go early if you want soup. Parking: Its in a complex so parking is shared, but usually available Food : 4/5 |

I ordered Ackee and saltfish on Uber eats and the ackee and saltfish was so salt I turned fool smh $24 for the meal and they spoiled it smh what s wrong with these Jamaican restaurants in Durham ? Only Myrtle s kitchen in Ajax alone is doing well with the food man every where else in Durham the Jamaican food is whack !!! Y all need to do better !! Y all can t cook !!! Close down already !!!! Kmt cho !!!

Food always tastes good and fresh, and I havent had a bad experience yet.The cashier is friendly and patient . Thank you, Beryls Pepper Pot. Parking: Lots of parking even when busy

I didnt take any picks....the food is pretty good....nice tasting rice and peas...stew chicken nice. I have been here a few times for takeout only. Parking: Easy peasy

The most disappointing meal I ve had in a long time. The rice and peas was like soup it was so soft had to throw it out. The fish had no flavour of any kind. For 27$ it s criminal. Times are hard, money is valuable. Do better. Better yet, taste the food first before selling.

I got the oxtail with rice and peas and coleslaw for lunch. Very delicious and good service.

The front end staff were very friendly and efficient in taking our order. Our order came within the time promised, however, there were no chairs for waiting and we are seniors so it was a bit tiring to stand and wait for 15 mins. However, when we got home we were all thrilled with the tasty foods. We had ordered curry goat, oxtail, fried snapper with rice and peas and ground provisions. We also ordered pumpkin soup which tasted like homemade. I would recommend Beryl s takeout with no hesitation. This was their take out facilities on Westney but I heard they have a facility on Kingston road which has a dine in which I hope to visit before I go back home on the West Coast

Beryls in Ajax is the BEST period!

Large Jerk chicken...more like large rice chicken.

Awesome food!!! Nothing more to say.

Best food ever , very clean place & the service is great .My favorite is , curry goat . Its a 5 star for me

Wait time takes forever. I got chicken roti and it was horrible in every way. The chicken didnt taste like chicken, it was very saucey and no curry at all. It was super sweet like sugar. Im Guyanese and I know this is not Caribbean food Im use to eating. I actually felt sick and put more than half in the garbage. Island Spice in Scarborough Maccowan and Pitfield is real Caribbean food. Island mix in Pickering and Oshawa is also alot better.

Honestly I really like this restaurant. Im a Caribbean lady and like my West Indian food! So my provisions is a must as well as my traditional dishes. Beryls is my go to for stew peas, chicken, beef or red pea soup, mackerel run down so yum!! The food is always on point!!

Nothing but the best! Foods amazing, staff the friendliest and man is that jerk and fry chicken tasty!!

This place never disappoints! Great flavour - they have very good and flavourful Jerk Pork plus the Red Pea Soup is amazing! Check them out!

Nice food!!!

Amazing

Excellent food good price

Horrible service -5 I ordered my food and people came in after me and got there food first. Ask for extra gravy on the food not all in the plastic bag. Paid close to $40 for two small meals and thats with no drink. Lord have mercy what has this place come too. Its sad this place has been my go to for years seeing that I work down the street.Im sorry to say this will be the last of that. When I realized it I was over charged. Just horrible

Good food great service

Great food

Check them out

You will not be disappointed with anything you order. Even at the end of the day, the food is still amazing. GO HERE!!

Just ordered a fish dinner and couldn t even eat it, tasted terrible . So disappointing!

Great experience as always.

Oxtail has declined!! Ive ordered here before and the quality of food was alot better then. Oxtail needed to be cooked more as it was hard and it was a struggle getting the meat off the bone. I can honestly say it was not worth the $18!! The coleslaw was the only thing I enjoyed unfortunately.

Perfectly seasoned had the oxtail rotunda and red bean soup

Had an event catered over the weekend. The food was ready for pickup at the specified time. Let me just say, I was extremely impressed with how tasty the food was. Felt like a home food. Staff was friendly and courteous. I will be back and will recommend them again. Blessings

Not sure if they know how to cook or what

Real flavor of the Caribbean. Guarantee belly pleaser.

The food sizes have gotten smaller and therefore you are getting less food. Though they have lowered the price to reflect this. $15 for a such a small amount of curry goat is not worth. Not going back. Food

Always love thier food reminds me of Jamaica

Went here on June 29th , 2023 and had the worst experience.. so unprofessional and no customer service skills and I will never go back the servers name was Suelaine and she is rude and argumentative.. I was very very disappointed.. and the food doesnt taste good anymore.

Ordered stew chicken with white rice and coleslaw. It was flavorful. Price was the going rate. Service was friendly and quick. Wish there was seating in the store front

Food is pretty good but I thought it was super weird that I was told I couldn t sit down to eat my food they have a dine in area that was closed so I ate in my car outside seems silly that they don t let you order and just sit down to eat inside, you must leave once you get your food

Grate food, clean place, slow and over price food.

Had this for the first time. I didnt even know this place existed due to the terrible location. Im giving it a generous 3 stars based off the high price and very small portions. Overall the food was pretty decent but again the portions are tiny. Based off portion size and price I likely wouldnt return again. Also the atmosphere is terrible theres lines up of people waiting for food in an extremely tiny space. There is also no seating inside at all

The food was great as per usual! I highly recommend the curried goat!

Stew Chicken lacked seasoning, I forgot why I dont usually order Caribbean food in Durham. Definitely not authentic.

I bought 2 small curry on white rice when I got home sat down for dinner I could not believe it was so salty we couldnt eat it, I did call back around 7.50 an I got the poorest answer, it was I will let Miss Berryl know nothing like I am sorry or anything like that I am not looking for a free meal but when you paid almost $32 you expect something good. I was a regular customer but no more the portion are way smaller for the price taste and customer service is way down. No stars.

Listen you wait real long for the food and the only thing hot is the rice ... If your serving cold food why people gotta wait sooooo long .... Front cash lady always pleasant ...thank you for that

this location is very clean. The staff are pleasant and work fast from what I can see. It wasn t too packed.. I ordered a small stew chicken, rice and peas andcoleslaw. Not pleased with the taste of the food at all missing flavor, spice everything.... Would not recommend.

the portions has too much rice. they should put more of what you ask for. more equal portion too much rice for the price. Price is too much and I paid that much for 1 person

New special size... smaller box more money! Times are tough I guess!

Food is fantastic...the only thing that irks me is being West Indian I understand creole and Ive heard them make fun of me from time to time

Food here is superb but its unfortunately getting too costly. They have lunch specials but would be nice if they included a full day special even if it was just for 1 day per week..

The fried chicken and fish are pretty good. The sides and other dishes, not so much.

Highly recommend

This place is the bomb on every section of the menu their soup alone is better than everywhere Ive been ( even in all of Virginia) dont mention the rest cause it just gets better!! Dem ting tun up !!!

Food is top tier, one of the best in Durham. Unfortunately the portions have gotten smaller and the prices are increasing.

Friendly staff, small place and a quiet location but once found its a great vibe and atmosphere. The people are very welcoming and the food is very tasty.

Portions are smaller than before for a higher price. I understand inflation, but there needs to be some value for the amount that is paid. Was a regular customer before. Will try again in a bit to see if they read the reviews and get back to the quality they used to be!

One bad experience ever in my life, I don t know if they have a new worker, but there was literal blood in the jerk chicken oozing out. Not impressed as this is my favourite restaurant

Amazing customer service

Overpriced. The food is mediocre Not worth it. Food

Was feeling under the weather and their soup was exactly what the doctor ordered. Amazing food and very hearty for a good price

Honestly I have no idea what their food tastes like but it looks like a lot of other people do. There was a steady stream of customers picking up food here on a Sunday afternoon. Some were eating it as soon as they got back to their cars.

BEST JAMAICAN FOOD IN TORONTO HANDS DOWN!!!!!!!!!!

Food was hot and delicious. Ordered oxtail with rice and peas, curry goat with white rice, dumplings and soup. Everything was hot, fresh, food had spice and all the wonderful aromas. Def will go back.

Loooove the jerk chicken and rice at this place :)

Was feeling rundown and wanted soup. Luckily, Beryls soup special was chicken and pumpkin :). The staff were courteous and the soup really hit the spot! I usually order stew chicken. I am so glad I tried the soup.

This was my first time coming to this spot, they have good flavor and seemed fresh. The rice could use some help, needs some more flavor, but we come for the chicken. We ordered jerk chicken and for Ajax it was ok. We have to ask before ordering to put oxtail gravy or else you will miss it. There is extra charge for oxtail heavy and could not tell the difference. It was a good experience. Prices are reasonable and they will fill you up.

I was introduced to Beryl s by a coworker and is now my go to place to go! Their lunch specials are delicious and filling and are at a great price! The service is warm and welcoming <3

Amazing food friendly staff

I ordered a large oxtail with rice and peas the taste was pretty good, I couldn t eat over half the oxtail cause it was tough like a rock so that was disappointing. My hubby got the curry goat and said it was good. Only suggestion is too cook the oxtail way longer cause it wasn t edible.

Excellent customer service. Great tasting food!

Food is delicious and reasonably priced considering other takeout. I would say the oxtail is a bit boney they could cut it differently or get a different supplier. One negative is they usually do not have everything on the menu,I m not I m sure if the time you come plays a role (I ve been there weekday evening and weekend afternoons). They usually have staples like jerk chicken/pork but I ve been there and there s no oxtail or goat. The food is good so it s probably selling out so maybe try to come early ! The food itself is authentic, every time I go there s a line I don t mind waiting as the cashiers are very friendly !!

So so

Amazing food for great price

Best Jamaican food in the GTA

Great customer service

The absolute BEST jerk chicken in Durham Region. I miss when they had a location in Oshawa as it was less of a drive however the food is worth it. Staff are always so happy and friendly, the food is on point and I leave with a full belly and a big smile.

Went with a group of 7 ppl, the best service and food.

Ordered for 15-20 ppl and let me tell you.....the food was on point (Service too) Each dish was delicious. Thanks you!

Food is great, a smile would be nice.

Awesome place for a quick snack.

Pepper pot

Parking: Ample parking

First time, so far so good... Didnt have soup though which was disappointing.

Wow wow just cant stop go back every time the food is the best jamaica style food recommended

If youre in the East end of the city/Durham region? Look no further for fresh, well seasoned and NO attitude customer service....Well, let me tell you about Beryls. Its located in what appears as an industrial area, but its very clean inside/modern. No area to sit in and eat was observed, but a stand up counter area was available....BUT, with all the goodness you wont need to sit.....Youll be dancing as you enjoy their many Jamaican options. I ordered the oxtail and they definetly didnt skimp me...Meaty pieces and well tasty and creamy coleslaw. It definetly had me dancing as I ate in happiness.

The food here is very tasty but the service is quite slow. Vegetarian options: I would like to see a wider variety of vegetarian options

Food is amazing but the customer service sucks. Front staff need to be trained on proper customer service. Rude and indifferent !! I used to be a loyal customer but Ill definitely take my business elsewhere.

I just ask for a chicken order and the food bring a insect. Make sure you not buy food in here. That is so nasty

The food is amazing & the workers seem to vibe well together and the atmosphere always seems friendly.

Best home cooking away from home

Best Jamaican restaurant in Ajax. I been eating here for years.

The best Jamaican cuisine outside of Jamaica!

Pricey and just extremely disappointing and the food was just not good super super disappointed because I heard so much good stuff about this place

They stew chicken is horrible. Taste like someone just starting out to cook made that stew chicken I dash way today.!

I definitely prefer the original Ajax location to the Pickering. Something about the service and the food are different. Ajax location the employees are warm and friendly. I think thats why the food taste better. Lol Both locations deliver fantastic food . I simply prefer the cozyness of Ajax. Food

Very good food don t try anything else best place in the region

Best Jamaican food I ve had in my life

Best food in town

Their service is extremely frustrating, anytime I ask to order food in advance they say no, only for me to arrive within 5 minutes and have to wait an additional 15-20 minutes for the food. I only get the jerk pork for my partner otherwise I would NOT ever patronize this establishment.

I used to come here very regularly but the quality of food (oxtail) had declined, so I started going to Scarborough for my Caribbean cuisine fixes. I was placing an large order today for my mom for her coworkers and was sent to beryl s. I used to come here just for the food (the servers are usually short and not friendly - the typical Caribbean shop stereotype service) but I haven t even received the food yet, and I will be back for the service I got today. The cashier/server Shania took my order with such care and patience, so I wanted to take the time to shout her out! She did her big one with her service answering my questions and waiting for me to get all the order details together and to process my delayed payment. Stellar service - thank you for making my day Shania! She s a keeper Ms. Beryl! Happy holidays Shania!

Line up outside of the store. But the food was worth it.

So good

The food and portion was very good. I love the goat roti most of all. We look forward to ordering food from Beryls again.

Its okay.... for ajax

Great authentic food!

My fav Caribbean restaurant. I come every week for the stew peas w/pigtail. Im sure they know me by know. This location is WAY better then the Pickering location. The staff here is sooo much nicer then the Pickering location..the other locations staff always has an attitude and its like theres always a few ppl not sure whats going on when they walk in. Were all asking eachother if theyve been serve and most of the answers are no. They waiting to be seen. Just want to say keep up the good work Ajax location. Stew peas ,curry goat, oxtail and the soups are always on point.

Amazing food, but waited nearly an hour to get my order. Go on a weeknight, when its not so busy.

I spent over $100 to be given the wrong item(fried dumpling) instead of provisions like specified and then when I call I m challenged on what I said! Like really ?? Support my black restaurants all day but I can t with the customer service!

I am a soup, curry goat, oxtail guy. I have fallen in love with Beryls Pepper Pot kitchen.

If there was one word to describe Beryls it would be CONSISTENT. Consistently hot, fresh and delicious food, consistently pleasant staff, and a consistently clean restaurant! Ive never had a bad meal at Beryls and they serve up some mouth watering Jamaican dishes! Try the soup of the day, never disappoints!

Food is garbage

Ok, I gotta say... Im West Indian and Ive eaten at a number of Jamaican joints in Durham and none ah dem could stand up against Beryls. The portion, the taste, the ambiance and the staff...man look...I tell ya. THE BEST!!!

Oxtails are amazing. Could give a bigger portion of coleslaw.

Chicken roti and oxtail both great. Can order online.

One of the best places for Caribbean food.

THE BEST OUTSIDE OF MY OWN COOKING.

10/10

Cant even lie the food is always on point here and the food is always really good! I like to order my food on the app as its way quicker than walking in and placing an order because of wait times and line ups!

Ridiculously over priced and average tasting food. Charged me almost $20 for a plate and all i got was rice and a pile of bones. Oh and they charge extra for gravy. I get theres not many places around with similar food but they go wayyy beyond taking advantage.

Pleasant staff,food is well seasoned,clean environment. There ackee and salt fish is amazing and the salt fish is not substituted with onions and sweet peppers.Best tasting boil dumplings since primary school!!!

Awesome jamaican food. The best in Ajax

I love how they pile the oxtail gravy very fresh very tasty food recommend it to lots of people don t like the prices a little too high so four star

Very good food

Great food just needs fry dumplings throughout the day.

Food is good never disappointed

Food great nice place

Great food with great customer service and, best jerk pork in town. Get yourself some Beryl s, you won t be disappointed!

I ve ate here many times and they always have great food. Love their potato pudding and cornmeal pudding! Wish it was available during the week also! BrownsRUs:YT

I LOVE Beryls! Personally I prefer the Ajax location than the Pickering but thats just me, theyre both great! Their Red pea soup is top tier and a must when available! My go to dish is the curry goat and the taste never disappoints! All the other dishes are on the same level and Beryls is my family go-to when we dont want to cook. I do feel the portion sizes could be a tab bit larger and are not consistent so this might be a turn off for repeat visits but I highly recommend at least giving this place a try! *Recent Review October 2021* My last two orders from Beryls in Ajax had things in them. I first ordered a soup that had plastic in it. Then I ordered a fried chicken that had hair in it! Be aware when ordering from the Ajax location and always check your food before you leave! I am very disappointed because Beryls is my favourite Caribbean restaurant but this...*

Whomever is cooking this food is a genius..Hands down top 3 Ive had. Magical Delicious Curry Goat, Rice and peas. Coleslaw.

Food is amazing. Only disappointment is Ajax location has limited selection of food. No curry chicken and no dumplings.

Food ok but the price of #15 for a( small),,curry goat ,. Hmm Can you imagine the cost of oxtail or fish,,,I know money cant eat but I try spend within my budget

Yummy food,very popular

Always the same great taste when I eat there. A bit pricey but probably still in the range of other establishments.

Great food with great customer service