
This family-owned business whips up Caribbean fare fresh on the daily. You won’t find any eats that have grown cold, stale, or sticky under the heating lamp at this trailer. Island Flava Cafe offers up only piping hot cuisines that are the very antithesis of bland. Inspired by bold island flavor, this food’s a must for any self-respecting foodie in Gainesville, FL.
Meat-lovers will savor the mix of jerk chicken, pork loin, and more slathered in full-bodied sauce and sprinkled with rich, aromatic spices. However, don’t think vegetarians will go hungry. There are loads of dishes packed with equally flavorful meat-free options like a hearty bowl of well-seasoned beans and rice. While Caribbean cuisine is king here, you can sink your teeth into a few all-American eats like philly cheesesteak. Are you drooling? Then swing by Island Flava Cafe or book ‘em for your next event. Either way, it’s a sage decision.
MUST TRY
Jerk Chicken — You can’t go wrong with this Caribbean classic served up smoldering hot and chock-full of strong, cinnamon-rich taste.