Cooked the Right Way

Bold Flavor, Island Soul, Every Single Bite

Bringing Authentic Jamaican Cuisine and Vibrant Caribbean Flavors to the DMV

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The Secret's in the Preparation

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24-Hour Jerk Marinade

Fresh scotch bonnet peppers, all spice, thyme, scallions, and island herbs. Every piece of chicken is marinated for a full 24 hours. before it ever touches the grill.

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Slow-Cooked Oxtail Daily

Our Oxtail, are slow-braised for hours until the meat is fall-off-the bone tender, then finished in our Rich house-made blown GRAVY with butter beans, CARROT and Island herbs: Prepared fresh daily.

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House-Made Island Sauces

Our signature Sweet Island Sauce, Jerk BBQ, and our Rum Pepper Glaze are Made in-house from scratch. We also offer customer favorites like Mango Habanero for even more bold island flavor.

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Fire-Grilled to Order

Every order is grilled fresh over an open flame, creating smoky flavor, beautiful char, and a finishing glaze that's brushed on Just before serving.

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Built From Friendship, Fueled by Flavor

Island Smoke & Grill was built from friendship, passion, and a deep love for authentic Caribbean cuisine. What started as conversations between two close friends, Vanessa Powis and Kevin, turned into a vision to bring bold island flavors, culture, and community together through food.

Savor the Islands

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Jerk Chicken

Slow-marinated, wood-fired, and seasoned with authentic island spices.

Jamaican oxtail with rice and vegetables.

Oxtail

Tender, slow-braised oxtail in a rich, savory Caribbean sauce.

White rice with green stew, avocado, plantains

Curry Goat & White Rice

Tender goat slow-cooked in a rich Jamaican Curry Sauce with island herbs and spices, served with fluffy white rice.

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Island Flavor in Greenbelt

Serving Greenbelt and the surrounding DMV community with bold Caribbean flavors.

  • Business Hours

    Sunday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    Monday: Closed
    Tuesday – Saturday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

  • Lunch Specials

    Tuesday – Friday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Feed the Whole Crew

Planning a party, corporate event, or private gathering? Island Smoke & Grill brings the full Caribbean experience to your event - bold flavors, generous portions, and island vibes that make every occasion unforgettable.

Foil trays with rice, fried fish, and stews