Albuquerque, NM
For Caribbean in Albuquerque, the local food press points to A Taste of the Caribbean and Island Vibes Cuisine. Picks from Gil's Thrilling (And Filling) Blog, updated July 2026.
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Press picks, until locals rank their own Top 5s. Sourced from the local food press. As seen in Gil's Thrilling (And Filling) Blog. Updated July 2026.
A Taste of the Caribbean · Nob Hill
A Nob Hill Caribbean spot on Central Avenue that Gil's Thrilling Blog reviews for its island cooking across the West Indies. The kitchen runs mango-habanero wings, Virgin Island spicy ribs, jerk chicken, and curried goat, with fried plantains alongside. Order the jerk chicken or the curry goat with plantains, and start with the mango-habanero wings if you want some heat up front.
Island Vibes Cuisine · Talin Market
A Jamaican family kitchen inside the Talin Market complex on Louisiana Boulevard, covered by Gil's Thrilling Blog for its home-style island plates. Expect spicy beef patties, curry crab, and fried chicken with plantains, finished with a gizzada coconut tart. Order the curry crab or a plate of jerk-spiced chicken and plantains, and grab a beef patty to eat on the way out.
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