Caribbean feast at Pimento Bay Kitchen with jerk chicken, rice and peas, and island sides

Caribbean Kitchen & Marketplace · Monroe, NC

"A taste of the Island to go"

Authentic Caribbean kitchen & marketplace in Monroe, NC - slow-braised oxtail, jerk chicken kissed with smoke, and snapper fried golden. Real island cooking, made fresh daily.

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The Kitchen Behind the Bay

Pimento Bay Kitchen and Marketplace brings true island cooking to Highway 74 in Monroe. Every pot starts the Caribbean way - oxtail braised low and slow until it falls off the bone, chicken marinated deep in jerk spice, and whole snapper fried to a golden crackle. Plates come piled with the sides you grew up on, from rice and peas to sweet plantains. It's bold, soulful food made fresh daily, served with the warmth of a neighborhood market.

Authentic Jerk Spice Slow-Braised Daily Delivery & Pickup
Caribbean plate from Pimento Bay Kitchen with seasoned meat, rice and peas, and plantains
Straight from the braising pot - Monroe, NC

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From the Braising Pot

THU · FRI · SUN ONLY Tender braised oxtail and beans in rich Caribbean gravy

Oxtail and Bean - Large (Available THU, FRI and SUN)

Tender oxtail and beans, braised prepared with rich flavors and bold caribbean spices. Served with 3 of your choice of sides. Available THU, FRI and SUN

Golden fried snapper with crispy coating and tender flaky fish

Fried Snapper

Our fried snapper features a golden, crispy coating that encases tender, flaky fish, Served with your 3 sides of choice.

Jerk chicken seasoned with bold Caribbean spices, served with sides

Jerk Chicken - Small

Seasoned jerk chicken, offering an authentic Caribbean taste with bold, flavorful spices. Served with your choice of 2 sides.

THU · FRI · SUN ONLY Slow-cooked curried goat with rich curry seasoning

Curried Goat - Large (Available THU, FRI and SUN)

Tender curried goat, prepared with flavorful curried seasoning with its rich taste and slow-cooked to perfection. Served with your 3 choices of sides. Available THU, FRI and SUN ONLY.

Jerk snapper marinated in robust jerk seasoning, cooked to perfection

Jerk Snapper

Fresh snapper, marinated in a robust jerk seasoning blend and cooked to perfection. Served with 3 sides.

Neighbors Talking

Word Around the Market

4.5 out of 5 · 69 ratings

This was so good!!! Highly recommend I got the jerk chicken, rice and peas, and plantains. I usually don't like spicy food but it was really good. 10/10 no notes
Leah M
Beautiful and friendly staff and chefs. The food is authentic and delicious! Would order everyday if I could! Beef patties and coco bread , roti and Mac and cheese,oxtail are crazy good
Maria A

Before You Order

Good Questions, Straight Answers

What meals do you serve?

Pimento Bay Kitchen and Marketplace serves authentic Caribbean cuisine in Monroe, NC, perfect for family dinners and special occasions. Our menu features bold, flavorful dishes like tender Oxtail and Beans braised in rich Caribbean spices, crispy golden Fried Snapper, and slow-cooked Curried Goat. Jerk Chicken lovers will enjoy our authentically seasoned, spice-forward preparation served with your choice of sides. Several specialty dishes, including Oxtail, Curried Goat, and Oxtail and Beans, are available on select days. Visit us for a true Caribbean dining experience in Monroe.

Do you offer delivery or takeout?

Yes, we offer both delivery and pickup. Order conveniently online or by phone.

Where are you located?

We are located at 3306 W Highway 74, Suite B, Monroe, NC 28110, USA.

What areas do you serve?

We proudly serve Monroe, Wingate, Marshville, Waxhaw, Indian Trail, Matthews, Stallings, Mint Hill, Unionville, and Hemby Bridge, NC, bringing authentic Caribbean flavors to Union County and the greater Charlotte metro area.

Highway 74, Monroe

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Find & Call the Kitchen

Pimento Bay Kitchen and Marketplace
3306 W Highway 74, Suite B
Monroe, NC 28110

(704) 441-5832
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Hours

Monday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Oxtail & Curried Goat specials run Thursday, Friday & Sunday.

Special Requests?

Do you have dietary concerns? Questions about catering? Drop us a line at [email protected] and we'll get back to you soon.

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