The Jerk Pit Menu

2436 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
  • Appetizers / Sides

    • BBQ Wings

      “6-Piece Jamaican BBQ Wings: Juicy chicken wings tossed in a rich, smoky Jamaican BBQ sauce with a hint of island-inspired sweetness and spice. Perfectly cooked for a tender, flavorful bite in every piece. A delicious blend of savory and bold Caribbean flavors!”
      $11.50
    • Callaloo

      A leafy green vegetable steamed with peppers and onions. (similar to spinach).
      $8.00
    • Coco Bread

      A buttery, subtly sweet folded bread.
      $5.00
    • Dhal Puri Roti Skin

      A soft flaky buttery flatbread with ground dhalpuri inside.
      $8.50
    • Festival

      Jamaican Festival: Golden, crispy-on-the-outside and soft-on-the-inside fried dough, lightly sweetened with a hint of cornmeal. A perfect side dish or snack, traditionally served alongside jerk chicken, fish, or other Jamaican favorites. Sweet, savory, and irresistibly satisfying!
      $7.00
    • Fried Dumpling

      3 pieces of golden-brown dumplings with a soft, fluffy interior.
      $4.50
    • Hardo Bread

      A type of dense white bread, with a slightly sweet flavor.
      $5.00
    • Jerk Wings

      6-Piece Jamaican Jerk Wings: Succulent, perfectly grilled chicken wings coated in bold, authentic Jamaican jerk seasoning. Bursting with smoky, spicy, and savory flavors, these wings deliver the perfect balance of heat and zest. Served hot and fresh, ideal for a flavorful snack or meal.
      $11.50
    • Large Soup-Fish

      Features a rich broth with tender tilapia and fresh vegetables.
      $14.50
    • Macaroni And Cheese

      Mac and Cheese: Creamy, cheesy, and perfectly baked, this comfort classic features tender pasta smothered in a rich, velvety cheese sauce. Topped with a golden, crispy layer for the ultimate indulgent side or standalone treat.
      $7.50
    • Patty - Beef

      Jamaican Beef Patty: A golden, flaky pastry filled with seasoned ground beef, bursting with bold Caribbean spices. Perfectly baked for a savory, flavorful snack or meal that’s rich in authentic Jamaican taste.
      $6.00
    • Patty - Chicken

      Jamaican Curry Chicken Patty: A flaky, golden pastry packed with tender chicken cooked in a rich and aromatic Jamaican curry sauce, bursting with bold Caribbean flavors.
      $6.00
    • Patty - Jerk Chicken

      Jamaican Jerk Chicken Patty: Spiced to perfection, this flaky pastry is filled with juicy jerk chicken, marinated in bold, smoky, and spicy Jamaican seasonings.
      $6.00
    • Patty - Shrimp

      Jamaican Shrimp Patty: A unique blend of juicy shrimp, sautéed with bold Jamaican spices, wrapped in a golden, buttery pastry for a taste of the islands
      $6.00
    • Patty - Spinach

      Jamaican Spinach Patty: A deliciously flaky crust encasing tender spinach, seasoned with Caribbean spices for a savory vegetarian option.
      $6.00
    • Patty - Vegetable

      Jamaican Vegetable Patty: A savory pastry filled with a vibrant mix of seasoned vegetables, perfectly spiced for a flavorful plant-based delight.
      $6.00
    • Plantains

      Four pieces of sweet plantain.
      $4.00
    • Rice And Peas

      $7.00
    • Steamed Vegetables

      Cabbage, carrots, green beans, corn steamed and flavorfully seasoned.
      $7.00
    • White Rice

      $6.00
    • Yam, Banana, And Dumplings

      $8.00
  • Entrées - Meat

    • Quarter Jerk Chicken (Dark Meat)

      Jerk chicken grilled to perfection, marinated in our special jerk seasoning. (leg and thigh).
      $15.00
    • Half Jerk Chicken (Dark Meat)

      Jerk chicken grilled to perfection, marinated in our special jerk seasoning. (leg and thigh).
      $19.50
    • Quarter Jerk Chicken (White Meat)

      Jerk chicken grilled to perfection, marinated in our special jerk seasoning. (breast and wing).
      $16.00
    • Half Jerk Chicken (White Meat)

      Jerk chicken grilled to perfection, marinated in our special jerk seasoning. (breast and wing).
      $20.50
    • Half Jerk Chicken (Mixed)

      Jerk chicken grilled to perfection, marinated in our special jerk seasoning. (breast/wing and leg/thigh).
      $20.50
    • Whole, No Sides Jerk Chicken

      Jerk chicken grilled to perfection, marinated in our special jerk seasoning.
      $26.50
    • Wings Meal (Jerk, BBQ) Medium

      Lovely combination of drumsticks and flats grilled to perfection marinated in our special jerk seasoning.
      $15.50
    • Wings Meal (Jerk, BBQ) Large

      Lovely combination of drumsticks and flats grilled to perfection marinated in our special jerk seasoning.
      $20.00
    • Jerk Pork Medium

      $18.50
    • Jerk Pork Large

      $23.00
    • Curry Chicken Medium

      $16.50
    • Curry Chicken Large

      $21.00
    • Stew Peas (Pigtail) And Salt Beef Medium

      $17.00
    • Stew Peas (Pigtail) And Salt Beef Large

      $21.50
    • Curry Goat Medium

      $20.50
    • Curry Goat Large

      $24.50
    • Oxtail Medium

      $22.50
    • Oxtail Large

      $28.50
    • Jerk, Curry, And Brown Stew Chicken Sampler

      $23.00
    • Combo Entrées

      2 meats - chicken, oxtail, goat, or pork
      $26.50
  • Entrées - Seafood

    • Escoveitch King

      $17.50
    • Escoveitch Fillet

      $17.50
    • Escoveitch Snapper

      Served with 2 sides.
      $23.50
    • Jerk Fish King

      $17.50
    • Jerk Fish Fillet

      $17.50
    • Jerk Fish Snapper

      $24.50
    • Brown Stew Fish King

      $19.50
    • Brown Stew Fish Fillet

      $19.50
    • Brown Stew Fish Snapper

      $25.50
    • Steamed Fish King

      $19.50
    • Steamed Fish Fillet

      $19.50
    • Steamed Fish Snapper

      $25.00
    • Curry Fish King

      $19.50
    • Curry Fish Fillet

      $19.50
    • Curry Fish Snapper

      $25.50
    • Jerk Shrimp

      8 pieces
      $20.50
    • Curry Shrimp

      8 pieces
      $22.50
    • Jerk Salmon

      Serve 2 people.
      $26.50
    • Callaloo And Saltfish Medium

      $15.50
    • Callaloo And Saltfish Large

      $19.50
    • Cookup Saltfish Medium

      $15.50
    • Cookup Saltfish Large

      $18.50
    • Seafood Combo

      Jerk or Esco. Fish and Jerk or Curry Shrimp
      $31.50
  • Entrées - Vegetarian

    • Jerk Tofu

      Vegetarian.
      $13.50
    • Curry Tofu

      Vegetarian.
      $15.50
    • Vegetable Combo

      Rice and peas, steamed veg, and plantain
      $14.50
    • Callaloo Meal (Medium)

      Vegetarian.
      $14.50
    • Callaloo Meal (Large)

      Vegetarian.
      $17.50
  • Entrées - Kids Meal

    • Kids Meal Chicken

      $10.00
    • Kids Meal Pork

      $13.50
  • Salads/Sandwiches

    • Jerk Chicken Salad

      $11.50
    • Jerk Chicken Sandwich

      $12.50
    • Jerk Pork Sandwich

      $13.50
    • Jerk Fish Sandwich

      $13.50
    • Jerk Tofu Sandwich

      $12.50
  • Desserts

    • Bun And Cheese

      $6.50
    • Rum Cake

      Most ordered. will serve 12 people.
      $6.50
    • Carrot Cake

      Serve 12 people.
      $6.50
    • Sweet Potato Cake

      Serve 12 people.
      $6.50
    • Regular Jamaican Ice Cream

      $10.50
    • Large Jamaican Ice Cream

      $15.50
    • Banana Bread

      $8.00
  • Beverages

    • Hot Chocolate

      $5.00
    • Coffee

      Per person.
      $5.00
    • Tea

      $5.00
    • Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee

      $7.00
    • Tropical Rhythm / Island Vibes

      $6.00
    • Jamaican Sodas

      $5.50
    • Snapple

      Bottled drink.
      $5.00
    • Solo Apple

      $5.50
    • Pear Drax

      $6.00
    • Vitamalt

      $6.00
    • Water

      $3.50
    • Can Soda

      $4.00
    • Red Bull

      Energy drink.
      $7.00
  • Homemade Beverages

    • Homemade Cucumber

      $9.00
    • Homemade Sorrel

      $10.00
    • Irish Moss

      $10.00
    • House Fruit Punch

      $6.00
  • Extra's

    • Extra Sauce 3.25oz

      $2.50
    • Extra Sauce 16oz

      $8.50

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