Though Black History Month is a great time to learn about Black-owned businesses in your community, delicious Caribbean food is something to indulge in any time of year. Pittsburgh’s array of Black-owned Caribbean restaurants is small but mighty. Here are a few to get you started if you’re curious about Caribbean food in Pittsburgh, including one brand new restaurant.
Try These 5 Local Spots for Caribbean Food in Pittsburgh
ShadoBeni
1534 Brighton Road
ShadoBeni, one of the North Side’s treasures, offers vegan Trinidadian fare from artist Ulric Joseph. Joseph takes his inspiration from the fact that in his childhood in Trinidad, food was medicine. He uses all-natural ingredients from local farms, and his roti, plantains, and pineapple chow are legendary.
Curry Mouth
1136 Thorn Run Road
There’s a new Trinidadian restaurant in town, as of early 2025. Curry Mouth recently opened in Coraopolis, where you can get roti, pelau, and pholourie (deep fried dough balls). Curry Mouth says of their mission that “Growing up in Trinidad, food was always a celebration, a vibrant thread in the fabric of our community that brought people together. It’s this sense of community and shared joy that we strive to recreate at Curry Mouth, fueled by our desire to provide wholesome foods, from the water we use to our handmade roti.”
Pauline’s Caribbean Soul Cuisine
1204 Federal Street
Pauline’s is legendary among food scene insiders for its plantains and curried goat. Their jerk shrimp alfredo is mouthwatering—the meat is simmered to perfection, and you can practically smell the juices from the photos of their food.
Abby’s Jamaican & American Fusion Cuisine
2408 Reed Street
This neighborhood comfort food spot in the Hill District promises big portions and low prices. The jerk chicken fajitas, honey garlic chicken, and mac and cheese at Abby’s are hearty, filling, and make for a great midday lunch. Just remember to check the hours, as it’s a family-run business only open Wednesday to Friday 12PM to 8PM.
Story by Emma Riva
Photo courtesy of Pauline’s
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