Dine in, take out or delivery

Jamaican cuisine in Bennington, Vermont

Where the warmth of the Caribbean meets the charm of Vermont. A family-operated, women-owned café, open for lunch and dinner.

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Find us

1001 Main Street, Bennington
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Hours

Tue, Wed, Thu & Sun: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sat & Mon: Closed

Pick your main dish

Braised oxtail Curried goat Curried chicken Jerk chicken Stew chicken Fish Vegetarian

Braised oxtail $17.50–$23.99

Slow-cooked to tender perfection with traditional Jamaican spices, our braised oxtail is a true taste of the Caribbean.

Curried goat $16.40–$18.49

Succulent pieces of goat meat simmered in a fragrant blend of curry, creating a dish that is both comforting and full of zest.

Curried chicken $12.50–$17.99

A classic. Chicken pieces marinated and slow-cooked in a savory curry sauce, creating a dish that is bursting with flavor.

Jerk chicken $13.40–$18.99

A signature dish. Marinated in a fiery blend of herbs and spices, then grilled to perfection.

Stew chicken $12.50–$17.99

Chicken pieces marinated and slow-cooked in a rich and savory stew, resulting in tender meat that falls off the bone.

Fish fillet or whole fish $25 or $30

Steamed fish, Esco fish, Curried in coconut milk fish.

Vegetarian Changes daily

Each dish is crafted with fresh, seasonal ingredients to offer a flavorful journey through vegetarian delights.

Curry tofu, BBQ in pineapple juice tofu, Veggie balls, Veggie lasagna, Veggie pasta – Buffalo or BBQ.

Each meal comes with rice and peas or plain rice, steamed vegetables (cabbage) and plantain. Or ground food.

Anique Gilpin and her mother Joan in black Island Flavor shirts, in front of a painted beach with palm trees — Anique Gilpin and her mother Joan, who founded Island Flavor. Photo: Danielle M. Crosier, Vermont Country Magazine

Welcome to Island Flavor

We’re a family-operated, women-owned restaurant in the heart of Bennington. Whether you’re craving a taste of the islands for lunch or dinner, Island Flavor is your go-to destination.

With our Caribbean-themed dining room, you’ll feel like you’ve stepped into a little slice of Jamaica right here in Vermont. Or take it home: we offer take-out, and delivery through DoorDash, so you can enjoy our food wherever you are.

Our story: Anique, Joan and the family recipes

Open for lunch and dinner: dine in, take out or delivery. The menu is a mix of Jamaican regional cuisines, sweet and savory!

Savory

Main dishes: Braised oxtail, curried goat, curried chicken, jerk chicken, stew chicken
Fish: Fillet or whole fish: steamed, esco or curried in coconut milk
Vegetarian: Changes daily: curry tofu, BBQ in pineapple juice tofu, veggie balls, veggie lasagna, veggie pasta
Sides, soups & patties: Festival, codfish fritters, fried breadfruit, bammy, chicken and pea soup, beef, chicken and veggie patties

Sweet

Bingsu: Korean shaved ice: mango, strawberry, matcha chocolate or mixed berry
Cake by the slice: Peanut butter chocolate, rainbow layer, berry mascarpone, Almond Joy, strawberry, pineapple upside-down
Drinks: Peanut punch, creamy mango, beet & carrot, guava & pineapple; add boba pearls for $2

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More at the island

Dine in at the island

Our Caribbean-themed dining room. Take-out and delivery available.
Souvenirs section
Game night & events

Jamaican trivia, board games, card games, dominos and ludo.
Produce section

A produce section, right here in the café.
Catering

Ask about our catering menu, and about whole cakes.

Catering inquiries