JAARAE Restaurant & Lounge

Jamaica, NY · West African restaurant

Rating
4.9/5
★★★★★ 4.9
Reviews
20
Rank in Jamaica
#4
of 787 restaurants
City Percentile
91%
rating percentile
Address
JAARAE Restaurant & Lounge, 107-35 Sutphin Blvd, Jamaica, NY 11435
Phone
(718) 535-3078
Status
Closed · Opens 11 AM

JAARAE Restaurant & Lounge is a restaurant located in Jamaica, NY. It is one of 787 restaurants listed in Jamaica. Its 4.9-star rating is above the Jamaica city average of 4.0 stars. It ranks #4 among Jamaica restaurants by combined rating and review volume. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About JAARAE Restaurant & Lounge

JA ARA E is your Afro restaurant and lounge in Jamaica, Queens, blending West African and Afro-Caribbean cultures to create a lively space of fun and community. With roots in Benin, we serve authentic dishes and offer warm hospitality. Unwind in our... More

Hours

Saturday11 AM–4 AM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Tatiana Taylor · Feb 2026

I truly enjoyed my visit! Hubby and I came and the food is quality Naija flavor. It’s a straightforward establishment with popping music. I was giving shoulders the entire time! I truly enjoyed everything I consumed!

★★★★★ 5.0 Ashley Augustin · Jan 2025

The vibe here is relaxing. The staff is friendly and very helpful about suggesting new menu items. I love their cocktails! They have fresh ingredients and everything taste like home. I will definitely be back again for dinner or Taco 🌮 Tuesday

★☆☆☆☆ 1.0 Apple Lewis · Nov 2025

I went into restaurant, to experience good authentic African food. I called prior. Their hospitality was horrible, very rude, wasn’t greeted , not friendly @ all. They was fixing stuff during business hours. It smelled like cigarettes from workers in restaurants. We decided to leave and go to another African restaurant on Linden Jollof Cafe & Grill Excellent Service

★★★★★ 5.0 Moussa Bikienga · Oct 2025

I love this restaurant for the great customer service and the good and tasty food they are serving,very clean and comfortable,highly recommended

★★☆☆☆ 2.0 Olivia Early · Jun 2025

Food: The quality of the food was disappointing. The dishes lacked flavor and presentation was unappealing. The menu options were limited, and the ingredients didn't seem fresh or well-prepared. Overall, it failed to meet expectations in taste and quality. Service: The staff appeared inattentive and unfriendly. It took a long time to get ordered drinks and food was served inconsistently. There was a lack of professionalism and responsiveness, making the dining experience frustrating and unwelcoming. Atmosphere: The ambiance was dull and uninviting. The decor was outdated, and the noise levels made it difficult to have a comfortable conversation. Overall, the environment didn't contribute positively to the dining experience and felt neglected.

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating ✓ Assistive Hearing Loop ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot

Services

West African restaurant

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