Emiel B.
7/7/2018
Headed to Chicago??? Stop off in Calumet City for this actually real actually real Jamaican food. Here's how you tell if the place is authentic...they don't serve tacos, pasta, or any other stuff...
Tropical Jerk
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570 Torrence Ave
Calumet City, IL 60409
Tropical Jerk, located in Calumet City, IL, specializes in a vibrant menu featuring a variety of jerk dishes, including jerk chicken, jerk tacos, and jerk pasta. The establishment also offers vegan options and catering services, catering to diverse culinary preferences.
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3.064 reviewsK S.
8/29/2025
Tropic Jerk has really declined over the years. I remember being referred to them 3-4 years ago by a coworker when I first started a job in the south suburbs, and I was blown away. The portion...
Tracey C.
8/13/2024
I was in the area so I decided to stop by because I like the food at the 79th street location. The food was decent I guess for lunch special but the sides seemed stingy and it didn't even come...
Jennifer T.
12/22/2024
Disgusting! No seasoning was used. Macaroni had hardly any cheese on it and the cabbage and chicken had no seasoning whatsoever
Angela M.
2/26/2024
Hands down the best Jerk Chicken in the South Suburbs, and the Jerk Catfish when they don't run out. The only thing is the yams can be a tad sweeter for my taste.
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