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Omar's Kitchen and Rum Bar, New York, NY

Omar's Kitchen and Rum Bar

4.6
4.6
294 Reviews
$30 and under
Caribbean
29A Clinton St, New York, NY 10002

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2 people
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
19:00
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Great for live music
  • Neighbourhood gem
Omar's kitchen is a Nouveau Caribbean restaurant in the heart of the lower east side where the food scene is blooming. Chef Omar takes dishes of his native Jamaica and delivers it with a New York twist. Omar's cuisine boosts in flavor, color and warmth. Let's not forget about the design that will take you right back to your last vacation in the islands and every time you feel nostalgic.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Caribbean
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 16:00–23:30
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Omar Walters

What 294 people are saying

Omar's Kitchen and Rum Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New York City

    Caribbean

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Omar's Kitchen and Rum Bar offers a vibrant Jamaican escape with "amazing food," "great service," and "delicious cocktails." Indulge in standout dishes like the Honey Appleton Wings and Lamb Sliders while enjoying reggae beats that transport you to the islands. Perfect for lively gatherings, but reservations are recommended due to its cozy size.
294 Reviews
  1. JasonC

    Washington DC7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Friendly service. Fun part of town. I recommend it.

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  2. Richard VIP

    New York City21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Omar’s Kitchen is a tropical escape tucked right in the city. We kicked things off with a Hibiscus Martini and a spicy June — both dangerously delicious and full of island flair. The Honey Appleton wings were sticky, sweet heat perfection, and the Lamb Slider? A juicy little flavor bomb. For mains, the Red Snapper Escovitch came with that perfect tangy kick, and the Sorrel Lamb Chops were pure, tender magic. No room for dessert — portions here mean business. With reggae beats and laid-back energy, it felt like we skipped TSA and landed straight in Jamaica. Vibes and bites, unmatched.

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  3. Richard VIP

    New York City21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an incredible dining experience at Omar’s Kitchen and Rum Bar! The Frozen Rum Punch was amazing, and the Tamarind Punch was out of this world—both perfectly balanced and refreshing. We started with the Honey Appleton Glazed Wings, which were packed with flavor, and the Salt Fish Fritters with Plantain served with garlic aioli, which were crispy and delicious. For mains, the Jerk Chicken with Jerk BBQ Sauce was unbelievably tender, and the Rice and Peas were flavorful and well-seasoned. The Deep Fried Red Snapper Escovitch with sweet plantain and festival was a standout crispy, well spiced, and perfectly cooked. Portions were generous, and while we didn’t have room for dessert, we’ll definitely be back to try them next time.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    1.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    The service was terrible here that we left right away. We weren't greeted and told we could sit anywhere. After we sat down, the waitress didn't speak and started wiping off the table (which I appreciated, she just didn't say excuse me or let me wipe the is down while our phones were on the table) she then threw an iPad on the table that had the menu and didn't say anything to us and walked away. That's when and why we walked out and dined next door. It left such a bad taste in our mouth.

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  5. alastair

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved everything from the service to the food to the ambience. Five stars all across the board

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  6. Dwayne

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Took my nephew who was visiting from Dallas and a good friend. It was Valentines Day and Pre-Fixe menu which I usually don't like, but they have a nice selection of offerings in each category. I had the stewed oxtails and they were delicious! Our server was great and very attentive. Will go back.

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  7. Tamiera

    New York City8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was a last minute reset for my daughter and I. I live in the neighborhood and wanted to stop by over the summer but never got a chance to. This past Friday night was the perfect opportunity and we both jumped on it. Virgie doubles are my favorite and theirs didn’t disappoint at all. My drink was delicious which was the rum punch. My entree was of course glazed lamb chop and I couldn’t have been more pleased. Thanks Omar’s for a great dinner.

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  8. Shedee

    New York City1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service and vibe. I enjoyed the plantain grits. Would cone back.

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  9. Shae

    New York City3 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 14 October 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    If I could give zero stars I would. The food was gross. Old tasting no flavor on the jerk chicken at all. Smh. Don’t go here you won’t get an authentic Jamaican food experience.

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  10. Quincy

    New York City2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 11 October 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Drinks were good. It wasn’t busy when we went but took forever to get my drink. Was also given the wrong food order but was just fed up at that point so I left it alone.

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Omar's Kitchen and Rum Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 294 OpenTable diners.

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  3. New York City
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  5. Lower East Side

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2 people
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
19:00
Booked 4 times today
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29A Clinton St, New York, NY 10002

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Lower East Side
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 16:00–23:30
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Caribbean
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Omar Walters
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wine
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