Explore Jamaican food at Simmer Down Bar in West Palm Beach, FL, where pickup orders bring bold island flavors right to you.
Order onlineBraised Oxtail
$22.35+
Tender braised oxtail comes with butter beans, carrots, and dumplings.
“Having Oxtail, rice and peas, & steam vegetables, It was to die for. The food nuff bad me still have dinner for tomorrow If you have not checked out Simmer Down Bar & Grill yet Hurry up! You are missing out on the Jamaican authenticity.... spice, flavors, & jerks. Finger licking good Why not stop by today once you're in the Palm Beach area..where food meets passion”
Oxtail - a La carte
$31.19
Slow-braised oxtail in rich gravy, served without sides.
“omg the oxtail with rice and peas was amazing like i would take the 2 hour drive just to eat here. the server was too kind making sure we had everything we needed and explaining the menu so we understood it, the ambiance was amazing very photogenic and cozy the music in the background wasn’t too loud or too low perfect”
Jerk Pork
$14.55+
Jerk Pork is spice-marinated meat fire-grilled for smoky flavor.
“Was at the West Palm Beach Green Market for the first time visiting from out of town and decided I wanted some Jamaican food and boy did they deliver the service the food was AMAZING I couldn’t decided between the jerk chicken or jerk pork and she gave me both and my friend had the ox tails, OMG!!! Amazing food Thank You!!!!”
Simmer Down Bar in West Palm Beach, FL serves a satisfying spread of Jamaican food, from hearty mains to classic sides that bring bold Caribbean flavor to every meal.
Standout choices include Braised Oxtail, Brown Stew Chicken, Jerk Pork, Jamaican Patties, Rice & Peas, and Sweet Plantains — each a well-loved staple of the Jamaican food tradition.
Whether you visit for dine-in, arrange pickup, or choose delivery, Simmer Down Bar makes it easy to enjoy Jamaican food your way right in West Palm Beach, FL.
Ackee & Saltfish
$19.75
Ackee with salted cod, peppers, onions, tomatoes, and Scotch bonnet.
“The best Jamaican food in the area.”
Brown Stew Chicken
$14.55+
Bone-in chicken braised with peppers, onions, garlic, and island spices.
“This was my first time enjoying the great food. It was the best brown stew chicken I've ever had this side of yaad. I couldn't stop myself. This is definitely my favorite place for authentic Jamaican food. No doubt. 🇯🇲👍🏾☺️🙏🏾💗❤️💕”
Jamaican Patties
$3.11
A flaky turmeric pastry baked around a savory filling choice.
“Tasty food, I love the rice and peas. The patties are really good too. The quantity is very reasonable. I have not had a bad experience and I don't think I will..”
Jerk Pork .5 lbs.
$14.55
Half-pound pork marinated with scotch bonnet, allspice, thyme, and ginger.
“This is the best Jamaican spot in West Palm Beach. Believe me I've tried them all. This food taste like Home, It warms the soul... I will definitely be back i tried the oxtails and my friend had the jerk pork we were both beyond satisfied with our dishes.”
Sweet Plantains
$8.31
Ripe plantains are pan-fried until golden, soft, and caramelized.
“Excellent jerk chicken, plantains were perfect, and as someone who doesn’t usually eat mac salad, the mac salad was outstanding!”
Brownstew Chicken
$20.79
Tender chicken slow-braised in a rich, savory brown stew sauce.
“The brown stew chicken is the best I’ve had. Fall off the bone!!”
Cabbage & Saltfish
$16.63
Cabbage cooked with salted fish in a Jamaican-style preparation.
“Went to my dad's funeral in Florida a week ago, and I felt hungry I Googled Jamaican food and Simmer down came up I took the chance and went there, the food was amazing the curry goat, oxtail, jerk chicken, fried children and cowfoot soup. The meals come with a decent proportion everything thing was a top tier. Simmer Down is the place to get your meal if you want real Jamaican authentic food. Shout out to JT (the tall guy with the nice smile) also the chief with the gap teeth who let me try his jerk chicken.”
Cocktail Patties Beef per DZ
$23.40
Jamaican pastry shells filled with well-seasoned ground beef.
“We eat Jamacian food multiple times a week (as you can tell from my other reviews). This place is hands down the best food we have had in ages. The jerk pork was off the grill and super flavorful. The escovich fish was fresh, seasoned and large. The rice and peas were some of the best ever. Coconut flavor balanced with perfect seasonings. Do yourself a favor and eat in. The service will blow you away.”
Curry Chicken Roti
$17.67
Curried chicken wrapped in soft Caribbean roti flatbread.
“I have not had a bad meal here. Everything has been amazing. Oxtails are the best I have had. Jerk pork best. Curry chicken best. I don't eat carbs or sugar so they give me extra veggies so yummy. And the staff so pleasant and professional. Jamaican beauties :) keep up the good work.”
Full Tray Ackee w/ veg 50 ppl
$249.60
A full catering tray of ackee with vegetables for 50 people.
“I ordered catering from them last minute and they were unbelievable. The service was incredible, they were all so kind. And then the food was literally to die for. The best jamician food I have ever had. My entire company came back for seconds and even took the leftovers to go. This place is a secret but I dont think for long they are definitely going some where. I will be back to enjoy a nice meal in their beautiful resturant soon. :)”
Full Tray Brown Stewed Chicken
$176.80
A full catering tray of chicken simmered in caramelized brown sauce.
“I never heard of or been to this restaurant before, and I came about about it because we (Ship Sticks) recently catered there for our employer at the month, Elorie. The food is kicking! I never had such a good jerk chicken or stew chicken in a looong time! As a person that knows what country food is supposed to taste like I can say that the jerk at this restaurant is jerk, not imitation. Needless to say, I'll be going there personally. Thanks.”
Full Tray Pigeon Peas and Rice
$118.56
Rice and pigeon peas simmered with coconut milk and island seasoning.
“Spontaneous stop in for a quick lunch and it couldn't have been a better experience! I had the jerk and curry chicken and both were absolutely delicious. Husband loved the oxtail too. The sides of rice and peas with cabbage had so much flavor even on the own, but with the gravies...drool worthy! Bright and clean with dancehall music playing make for a fun and tasty spot. And the exceptional service was the cherry on top. Will be back!”
Half Tray Braised Oxtail
$175.76
A half tray of oxtail braised slowly in rich brown gravy.
“Just had the braised oxtails and they were delicious! Falling often bones, seasoned perfectly and generous portions. Very cleaned environment and friendly staff”
Half Tray Brown Stewed Chicken
$99.84
A half catering tray of chicken braised in a savory brown stew.
“Great place. Food is delicious and consistent. I’ve had their curry goat, ox tail, and their brown stew chicken. All three were fantastic. Their portions are very generous too. Great for left overs. I also noticed they cook with coconut either coconut oil, water or milk and that gives their rice a nice unique flavors. Give Simmer Down a try. I don’t think you will be disappointed.”
Half Tray Jerk Pork
$99.84
A half tray of Jamaican jerk pork, grilled for smoky, spicy flavor.
“Best jerk pork I’ve ever consumed, they do a macaroni salad that is phenomenal will eat again and again”
Half Tray Plantains
$67.60
A half catering tray containing plantains for group dining.
“We ordered on Uber Eats . When he delivered our food we thought there was a mistake on how heavy the bag was . Thought there were 4 dinners in there . BUT the taste is absolutely wonderful. !! Everything. We got ox tails .. brown stew chicken plates . The Mac salad was sooo delicious. Reminded us of our mom’s recipes . Tender .. flavorful meats.. rice perfect . Plantains delicious !! The portions unbelievable!! Highly recommend this place! Very satisfied !”
Half Tray Seasonal Vegetable Medley
$56.16
A half catering tray of assorted seasonal vegetables.
“10/10 most definitely recommend!!! Everything was perfect, including the service even though we ordered to go! So good!! Authentic Jamaican. Rice and peas cooked to perfection, jerk chicken - perfection, macaroni - delicious!!”
Half Tray Simmer Jerk Ribs
$161.82
A half catering tray of ribs prepared with Jamaican jerk seasoning.
“Hands down the best authentic Jamaican food in the area!”
Jerk Pork Full Tray
$175.76
A full catering tray of jerk-seasoned pork.
“Hand down the best Jamaican food i have ever had. Jerk chicken is so flavorful and smoked, the oxtail is incredible as well. Can't go wrong with anything you get.”
Oxtail
$275.60
Oxtail is braised slowly until tender in a rich brown gravy.
“We got food catered for our company Ship Sticks. The oxtail and curry chicken was fantastic! Thank you to Elorie and Simmer Down for the amazing food!”
Rice & Peas
$8.00
Rice and peas served as a traditional Jamaican side.
“Best rice and peas in town. The goat was exceptionally good. I loved the fact that the carrots and potato were soaked in the gravy..My sister had the jerk chicken and said it was so delicious.”
Vegetable Stew
$18.71+
Vegetables slow-cooked with thyme, garlic, and Scotch bonnet.
“Best authentic Jamaican food ever!!! Our server Tish was amazing , food prepared and served quickly , clean dining room and kitchen , friendly staff . Number one Jamaican in West Palm Beach”
White Rice
$6.76
Steamed fluffy white rice seasoned with Simmer Down's herbal blend.
“The goat its the g.o.a.t. ( greatest of all time). I've had curry goat but this was different. More meat . It didn't have the small sharp bones the other places do. I got it with wite rice , good rice. Best by far”
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