Aunt Elsie Caribbean Kitchen

4.4 ( 371 reviews )
Checking... 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
2689 Eglinton Ave E, Scarborough, ON M1K 2S2, Canada
+1 416-261-0250
Aunt Elsie Caribbean Kitchen, nestled in Scarborough, Ontario, is a hidden gem for Caribbean cuisine lovers. Patrons rave about the warm atmosphere and attentive service, making every visit feel like a homecoming. The menu boasts mouthwatering offerings like Curry Goat and Oxtail, praised for their rich flavors and generous portions. Evaysha Santiago-Kerr delighted in the Liver and Provisions along with Ackee & Saltfish, highlighting the authenticity and deliciousness of each dish. Arek Shashwyk noted the perfectly balanced heat in the Curry Goat, pairing it with a delectable donut, advancing him to label this spot a must-visit when in Scarborough. Johnny Stavrou echoed this sentiment, with rave reviews about the Saltfish meal and Curry Chicken, emphasizing their quality and delightful taste even through delivery. Several reviews mention the oxtail as a standout dish, alongside delightful sides like provisions and yam. Diners appreciate the value for money and the nostalgic flavors reminiscent of home-cooked Caribbean meals, primarily Jamaican dishes. While some noted the fried items could use a bit of oil management, this hasn’t deterred fans from returning for more. Overall, Aunt Elsie invites you to experience the heart and soul of Caribbean cooking in a welcoming environment—truly a culinary experience you wouldn’t want to miss.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • No wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Service options
    • Offers delivery
    • On-site services available
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
  • Offerings
    • Serves healthy options
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
  • Amenities
    • No toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
  • Crowd
    • Popular with university students
  • Planning
    • Usually has a wait
    • Doesn't accept reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For Aunt Elsie Caribbean Kitchen

Evaysha Santiago-Kerr
May 22,2025
Staff were warm and welcoming, very polite. I ordered the liver and provisions and ackee & saltfish w/ white rice and was not disappointed. Mom got oxtail with rice and said the food was amazing. Definitely will be coming back again
Arek Shashwyk
May 5,2025
I’m not often in Scarborough But!!! When I’m here i must visit Auntie and Her food !! This one here is a Curry Goat which is Delicious not over hot which is great for me :) and the donut went along great with that , also 13 meal come on Its a must try People !
Johnny Stavrou
Apr 19,2025
I ordered off UberEats. I ended up getting the salt fish meal and curry chicken. Both were absolutely delicious!!! Very well proportioned, the food came hot, and my goodness. So yummy! Will definitely be ordering from Aunt Elsie again!
Cheryl C
Apr 17,2025
Aunt Elsie occupies space in a small Caribbean grocery store. The oxtail is delicious, the provisions are plentiful and so yummy. Salt fish so delicious. Just go and buy.
Mel C
Feb 22,2025
This place is a solid 10 outta 10 and needed to be one of Keith Lee's Toronto stops. The food and service is giving the best authentic vibes and might even make you a little homesick for Jamaica. The prices are reasonable and the quality of food is high. I recommend the ackee and saltfish, the cookup saltish a la carte, and the okra. The cooked good was also really good; proper yam and dumplings (My only complaint is the fried cassava (yucca), fish fritter, and festival. It was really greasy (needs some paper to soak up the excess oil) . Will definitely be back to try more items! Loved it
Lorna Blake
Feb 21,2025
Whenever I visit Toronto, I usually stop in to get some home cooked Jamaican food. As a Jamaican, I'm very discriminating about where I buy Jamaican food but Aunt Elsie's is the real deal. I picked up 2 Roots Tonic for my husband. I bought some beef veggie patties and a large king fish dinner. Everything was delicious as usual. I went back just before leaving Toronto. I got a large curry goat dinner for my husband, a large jerk chicken for me, ackee & saltfish with food for my son and veggie patties. Dee-licious! Highly recommended.
A C
Feb 8,2025
What a delicious wholesome meal and very affordable too! I tried the Chicken stew with rice and beans. Definitely coming back to try more dishes!
Suresh Doss
Feb 6,2025
One of the best neighborhood Jamaican shops in town. Its part grocery store, part takeout kitchen. The jerk chicken here IMO is the best in the city,. They also get a straight shipment of hard-to-find vegetables straight from Jamaica. Beats the big box stores. Also, you'll find an assortment of frozen patties here from local producers.

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