Caribbean and Haitian dishes served fresh at Smith Caribbean Lounge 1 in Hillside, NJ

Hillside, New Jersey

Taste of the Islands

Authentic Caribbean & Haitian soul food - griot, oxtail, fritay and more, cooked fresh in Hillside, NJ. Delivery & pickup available daily.

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Our Kitchen, Our Roots

Soul from the Islands

At Smith Caribbean Lounge 1, every plate carries the warmth of home. We cook proudly Haitian and Caribbean classics - tender griot, slow-simmered oxtail, crispy fritay and hearty legumes - using recipes passed down through generations. Fresh, bold and full of spice, our food brings friends and family together around one table. Come taste the flavors of the islands right here in Hillside, New Jersey.

Fritay griot — tender fried pork served with pikliz

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Fresh From Our Kitchen

Legumes w/choice of rice (medium)

A rich, slow-cooked Haitian vegetable stew served with your choice of rice.

Fritay large fried turkey with plantains and coleslaw

Fritay turkey / Large Fried Turkey

Crispy fried turkey pieces with sliced peppers and onions, served with fried plantains and a side of coleslaw.

Fritay griot

Tender chunks of fried pork, served with pikliz.

bouillon tet kabrit

Tender goat head pieces in a savory broth with vegetables and herbs.

Oxtail with choice of rice and bean sauce

Oxtail W A Choice Of Rice, Bean Sauce medium

Slow-braised oxtail in savory bean sauce with your choice of rice.

Spaghetti

Sautéed spaghetti with sliced sausages, bell peppers, red onions, tomatoes, and hard-boiled eggs, garnished with fresh mint leaves.

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When We're Cooking

Hours

Monday: 8:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM - 11:30 PM

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Find Us in Hillside

Get in Touch

1586 Maple Ave
Hillside, NJ 07205
United States

(908) 536-9049

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Good to Know

Frequently Asked

What meals do you serve?

Smith Caribbean Lounge 1 serves authentic Caribbean cuisine perfect for lunch, dinner, and special occasions. Our menu features crispy Fritay Large Fried Turkey with peppers, onions, plantains, and coleslaw, alongside tender Fritay Griot fried pork served with pikliz. Enjoy hearty Bouillon Tet Kabrit, a savory goat head broth with vegetables and herbs. We also offer Oxtail with rice and bean sauce, plus Legumes with your choice of rice. Visit us for a true Caribbean dining experience in Hillside, NJ.

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 1586 Maple Ave, Hillside, NJ 07205, United States.

What areas do you serve?

We proudly serve Hillside, Newark, Elizabeth, Union, Irvington, Maplewood, Springfield, Roselle, Linden, and Kenilworth. Whether you're nearby or in surrounding Essex and Union County communities, Smith Caribbean Lounge 1 brings authentic Caribbean flavors to your door.