Tropical Island

I usually go to Tropical Island Caribbean in Woodbridge because it is close to work. I was thrilled to find out their was another location at Rivermede because this is very close to my home. When arriving at this location I was surprised to find the restaurant is not actually «Tropical Island Caribbean». It is actually called «Nina’s Tropical Island». This was very confusing as every directory online shows this location as «Tropical Island Caribbean». THIS IS NOT THE SAME RESTAURANT NOR PART OF THE SAME CHAIN. Nina’s Tropical Island was a huge disappointment compared to the restaurant in Woodbridge. Although the portions are fairly large, the food is not so great. I will not be coming back to this location. Furthermore, the owner should really stop advertising this location as «Tropical Island Caribbean» as it is very confusing to customers. This location is «Nina’s Tropical Island»

Hidden gem in and industrial area. The ox tail on beans and rice never fail to please. Made daily the meat on the ox tail is perfectly stewed. Don’t forget to try to beef patties.

First I am not a Caribbean food expert. Although I have had roti before a few times, I mainly eat doubles. However Tropical Island doesn’t have doubles, so I had the vegitarian roti. It was quite large, and the filling was good with lots of chick peas, and other vegetables including a couple of potatoes. It was not too spicey which suits me, but I think they have hot sauce you can get on the side. You can see the food behind the counter and it all looked good. The service was quick and friendly. I don’t live very close, but I may go back if I’m in the neighborhood.

I must admit, this is my first Caribbean restaurant that I’ve been to since I’ve moved to Toronto/​GTA over the past 15 years. I used to live in Jamaica, and this pretty much comes close to the taste, and authenticity of Jamaican/​Caribbean food.
My coworkers have been to this place many times, and I finally decided to go with them. For the first item, I ordered the veggie roti. The price was decent around $ 5.20 ish, and I picked up a Grace Ginger beer to go with it.
The portion was just right, and I must say it sure filled me up. The ingredients they used, such as the chick peas, veggies, and the sauce/​gravy was fantastic. Spice level was perfect too. The texture and flavour of the roti was perfect, and I think it was dhal roti, but I could be wrong.
Either way, it was totally worth it, and I can definitely see myself coming here in the near future.

Rich, delicious and authentic.
Excellent selection of hot sauces as well that you can purchase.
Flip side it, be prepared for some disorganization and wait times. Your best strategy is to call in and pick up your food later. This place looks nice, but it’s not prepared staff wise for the dinning room experience.

Not impressed at all
Ordered delivery, the delivery guy was the owners son who was a good dude but did not bring any change and I had to stand around for 10 plus minutes as I watched him ask everyone who passed by for change for a 20 (would have gave him a pass as he was cool but…)
I ordered two whole red snapper and food and instead got one whole and two fillets, no food whatsoever. after I tried the whole snapper I decided to not even bother calling them to complain as the food wasnt good enough to be worth the hassle
I am not slamming them, they are a solid ³⁄₅ on food taste, the rice and peas was done well, the coleslaw was decent, the brown stew fish was way too sweet but I am guessing the cut down the spice for the local demographic so it makes sense
I am also reasonably certain that aside from their lack of soup diversity that the rest of the menu is done pretty well.
I am not sure which part they are from but I would opine that curry goat, oxtail, stew chicken and roti are probably pretty good or they would not still be in business
AS long as you are not expecting good soup or fish it may be worth a visit
*Do not order delivery

Real Island Food! Curry Goat, Oxtail, rice and peas all delicious! Pepper Sauce good too! Busy but fast for lunch.

Best jamaican cuisine ive had anywhere in gta. As soon as u pull up and get out of ur car u can smell how good this place is. Only reason im not givin this place 5 stars is cuz that font have peas soup only chicken and on thursdays beef but otherwise its hands down the best to me very flavourful. Oxtail actually has meat lol and they have home made pepper sauce

Had the rice and oxtail for lunch and added some collard greens on the side.
The oxtail was great and the greens just delicious, the whole thing is simple Jamaican flavour and really authentic.
The price is not cheap compared to other Jamaican places but they really load the little takeaway container so you get a good meal for around 10 bucks.

Best Carribean food in the area! We love the Stew Chicken. All other dishes were also good. Very inexpensive and friendly staff. Busy lunch time place as it’s smack in the middle of an industrial area.

My new favorite place. Excellent food. Doesn’t look like much but the staff are super friendly and always smiling. Love this place. Get adventurous and try the curry goat. Even the coleslaw is awesome.

Best place around Thornhill/​Maple for Caribbean curry fix. Food is good, recommend the goat and chicken curries, served with a nice creamy coleslaw. Hot sauce is pretty good but is a little on the rich side (it seems to have a slightly creamy texture). I don’t rate the Jerk but then I’ve been spoiled by Shandra’s Roti Shop in Mississauga, it compares favorably to other Jerk places that are local. This is the place I go if I can’t get to Shandra’s and certainly the best in the area.

Excellent Caribbean gem. Excellent BBQ and jerk chicken (I prefer the BBQ). Ask for oxtail gravy on the rice. Roti is also great! Watch for their hotsauce — deadly ;). Home made fried chicken is nice and crispy. Overall, it’s clean and a good vibe.