The story
Located in Scarborough, Wicked Carob has become a go-to destination for those seeking authentic Trinidadian comfort food. The restaurant is celebrated for its warm, welcoming atmosphere, with creator Luke Martin noting that the owners are "super friendly" and dedicated to serving nostalgic dishes that capture the true essence of Trinidad.
The menu is packed with Caribbean staples, including flavorful oxtail, curry goat, and classic doubles. While the entire selection earns high marks, the pepper cheese pie is a particular standout that shouldn't be missed. Whether you are stopping by for a hearty meal or a quick bite like their popular fried fish sandwich, Wicked Carob offers a genuine taste of the islands right in the heart of Toronto.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2026.
Most-loved dishes
AI summary of what 5 dish mentions say about the food
At Wicked Carob, the oxtail is hailed as a deeply savory, fall-apart triumph, while reviewers agree the overall vibe is one of bold, comforting soul food done right.
“The oxtail is just phenomenal. So many seasonings in there — Trinies pack everything with so much seasoning. It's super tender, almost like liquid. I'm suffering a bit from the pepper sauce from the doubles, but this is wow.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Wicked Carob. Most active: Luke Martin
Wicked Carob in Scarborough serves authentic Trinidadian nostalgic food with super friendly owners, and the pepper cheese pie was the standout dish.
Dishes mentioned
Doubles
This double is phenomenal. The bar is beautifully thin and fluffy like a pillow, and the chana chickpeas are packed with flavor. I told Annie to make it spicy, and it's hot but perfectly balanced — sweet, savory, spicy all at once. The texture of the bar is unique; no other country has anything quite like it. It's heavenly.
Oxtail
The oxtail is just phenomenal. So many seasonings in there — Trinies pack everything with so much seasoning. It's super tender, almost like liquid. I'm suffering a bit from the pepper sauce from the doubles, but this is wow.
Curry Goat
The goat is unreal. You wouldn't even know this is goat if you just ate it — it's beautifully tender, no sort of goat flavor, just like beef. Super tender, just as tender as the oxtail. The green sauce really soaks in. Amazing.
Fried Fish Sandwich
This fried fish sandwich is so good. Crispy, crunchy, saucy, messy — the best foods are always messy. It's like a sloppy joe Trinidadian fish style. Perfect watching-the-game food.
Pepper Cheese Pie
This pepper cheese pie might be the best thing out of them all. It's loaded with peppers and back home seasoning. The pepper flavor is strong but not super spicy because the cheesiness fills it out — well balanced. It has a really strong pepper flavor, almost like stuffed peppers and cheese. The batter on the outside is thin, so it's not very heavy. This needs a beer.
