The story
Tucked away on St Mary Street, Skinny’s Caribbean Cuisine is a no-frills, hole-in-the-wall Jamaican spot that has earned a stellar 4.8-star rating. As Only Scrans put it, this is “an authentic no-frills Jamaican spot serving some of the best jerk chicken and curry goat I've ever had, cooked with love.” It’s a hidden gem for takeout or a quick, street-food-style meal in Cardiff.
The menu focuses on classics done right: jerk chicken and curry goat, both praised for their depth of flavor and obvious care. There’s no pretense here—just soulful cooking that makes a strong case for this being one of the friendliest and most satisfying options in the city.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2026.
Most-loved dishes
AI summary of what 2 dish mentions say about the food
Curry goat is the standout, praised for its tender, deeply spiced richness. The overall vibe is warmly authentic, delivering bold Caribbean comfort in every bite.
“The curry goat is soft, tender goat in a rich, beautiful curry sauce. It's fire. Caribbean food is my kryptonite, and when it's done well it makes me so happy. This is done incredibly well.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Skinny's Caribbean Cuisine. Most active: Only Scrans
An authentic no-frills Jamaican spot serving some of the best jerk chicken and curry goat I've ever had, cooked with love.
Dishes mentioned
Jerk Chicken
This jerk chicken is marinated in a special spice blend, smoked in a drum in the back, and loaded with jerk sauce. It's cooked over coals, sweet, smoky, exactly what I want from jerk. Honestly, that's right up there with the best I've had.
Curry Goat
The curry goat is soft, tender goat in a rich, beautiful curry sauce. It's fire. Caribbean food is my kryptonite, and when it's done well it makes me so happy. This is done incredibly well.
