Roxy's little Fish Shack
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Hours
Sun
3:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Mon
3:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Wed
3:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Thu
3:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Fri
3:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Sat
3:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Roxy's little Fish Shack
Ratings and reviews
5.0
RATINGS
Food
Service
Value
Atmosphere
Food and ambience
Local cuisine, Caribbean, Seafood, Jamaican, Vegetarian Friendly
Special Occasion Dining, Romantic, View, Groups, Bar Scene, Business meetings
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Details
About
Beside Hotel Reef 28 very colorful restaurant open space easy to access. and Safe
CUISINES
Caribbean, Seafood, Jamaican
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks
FEATURES
Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Street Parking, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Family style
Contribute
5.0
205 reviews
Excellent
204
Very good
1
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Detailed Reviews: Reviews order informed by descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as cleanliness, atmosphere, general tips and location information.
Lei T
2 contributions
Jan 2024 • family
Chef Marvin has done it again with his home style Jamaican cuisine! We came here for dinner tonight and it was so comforting! Highly recommend coconut shrimp (you actually taste the coconut!), fried chicken(so juicy!), mac and cheese and the ESCOVITCH FISH!!! Chef Marvin and his team are so hospitable and make you feel like you’re at their home. We love it here and can’t wait to be back!
Written January 6, 2024
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Jerome C
3 contributions
Dec 2023 • couples
Stopped by for fried chicken and it did not disappoint. Juicy and tender straight off the fryer that made for an excellent late evening beer snack.
We also ordered a side of fried plantains which were also pretty good!
Fried chicken is hard to find in Playa. This will definitely satisfy a craving.
The very friendly owner also has a sister restaurant called Rockas Jamaican Kitchen (Vietnamese-Jamaican fusion, what a cool combination) which we plan to visit soon.
Written December 13, 2023
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ScottK
Alberta40 contributions
Feb 2024 • couples
We have been fans of Rockas since the beginning before the opening of the fabulous Rockas Beach Town Grill, but I must say it is nice to go back to where it all started in the original little place that is now Roxy's Little Fish Shack.
It has all of the amazing service and flavours we have come to expect from the wonderful owners of Rockas, but on a smaller and more casual level with different menu items. We came a couple weeks earlier with family and it was outstanding, so back we went bringing friends along. Chef Marvin did it again. The food was incredible. I had the Jamaican Curry Chicken and it was a taste experience. Our server Bruce was fun and attentive as he was the time before while the bartender makes one great margarita. Chef Marvin stopped by the table a couple of times which is always a welcome touch. So do yourselves a favour and go. I know I will be stopping in again at least twice before going home.
Written February 14, 2024
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Ricky N
6 contributions
May 2024 • couples
Wow what can I say about this place. Visited 2yrs ago when it was called Rockas Jamaican Kitchen and it was exceptional then, now this place is phenomenal. Marvin the chef and his staff are unbelievable with how they cater for you. I went to celebrate my birthday with my partner and Marvin and the staff pulled out all the stops to make it a night to remember. The food is on point 10/10, the drinks 10/10 and if you wanna get mash up ask for the Fire water (Jb Jamaican rum). The escovitch Red Snapper is a must along side the fried chicken. Even man like Mr KFC would be jealous. I would highly recommend this place to anyone whom wishes to sample authentic Jamaican cooked food whilst in Playa del Carmen you will not be disappointed.
Written May 29, 2024
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Bill
3 contributions
Apr 2024 • solo
Great food with amazing music. The employees were very accommodating and provided great recommendations. The half chicken was made fresh to order, the mac & cheese was cheesy, and their passion fruit drink is excellent.
Written April 22, 2024
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Nesreen M
1 contribution
Feb 2024 • couples
Best food I’ve had in PDC since I arrived, the red snapper was full of flavor and fried to perfection!! The chicken wings were some of the most delicious wings I’ve ever had, the staff is so attentive and made the experience 10 times better!! Highly recommend you check this spot out if you’re in PDC you will not be disappointed!!
Written February 19, 2024
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kakicathy
Granbury3 contributions
Jul 2024 • couples
We had walked past here a couple of times and finally decided to pop in. First off I just wanted to say that the waitress that took care of us was so sweet and attentive. She went over and above as did every person who worked there that we encountered. Even if the food wasn't excellent the staff alone is worth the visit. We started with some coconut shrimp and it was excellent. I had the chicken curry and it was the perfect amount of heat and spice with potatoes and carrots and rice and veggies. I ate until I couldn't fit anymore in and I still have enough left over for lunch and likely dinner today. My Hubs had the grilled shrimp over potatoes and his was really good as well. Don't miss this Gem of a restaurant, it is delicious and so obviously well run by the attitudes of the wait staff that work here. Two enthusiastic thumbs up.
Written July 2, 2024
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ericmP528GV
Intercourse10 contributions
Feb 2024 • family
We have been coming to Rockas for quite a few years now. We love Steph and Marve. They treat us like family when we come. The main restaurant moved to a great new location but the old one changed focus to more fried and down to earth food. Fried fish and chicken. Good stuff. Different focus but also really really good.
Written February 18, 2024
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Kele J
2 contributions
Feb 2024 • couples
Marvin and Stephanie’s new restaurant, Roxy’s Little Fish Shack, does not disappoint! We have been going to their original restaurant, Rockas Jamaican Kitchen since it first opened on 1 Avenida Nte. entre 26 y 28 a few years ago, and absolutely love it. After moving to its new location a couple years ago on Calle 38 Norte y Calle Flamingo, We were excited to learn their plans for the original location was going to be a fish & chips shack. We went to it the other night and Marvin, Bruce, and Noel fed us like royalty. Awesome experience, delicious food and wonderful service. Highly recommend.
Written February 11, 2024
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nicole E
Stoney Creek3 contributions
May 2024 • friends
One of the best meals I've had in a very long time. Small cozy restaurant with a home-like feel. Food was incredible (had the fresh snapper which came from local fisherman), passion fruit mojito and a taste of ice cream after. Huge thank you to the staff Syanya, Mateo looking after the front of the house and mixing drinks and to Daniel and Eduardo in the kitchen making the best food. And of course to owner and chef Marvin for taking the time to chat with us and bring the flavours of Jamaica to Playa del Carmen
Written May 30, 2024
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Serges H
3 contributions
Dec 2023 • solo
Best fish dinner in Playa. I’ve also tried the chicken. Good music, food, and drinks. There isn’t much more you could ask for - do yourself a favor and order he garlic butter fish.
Written December 20, 2023
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ChrissyGirl
Whitby20 contributions
Feb 2024 • family
Best Little Fish Shack! Food was incredible. Bruce our server was top notch and very attentive with a great sense of humour! Fried snapper was REALLY good! Mac and cheese was delicious. Fried chicken was not greasy but was very crispy and tender in the inside! Marvin the owner was very kind and we had a great conversation! You gotta eat here! Loved it!
Written February 15, 2024
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Artistatravelista
New York City3 contributions
Apr 2024 • solo
5 star service and food !
I had a delicious grilled sea bass dinner with grilled vegetables and a very tasty coconut rice with peas. The staff Christian, Natalia, Marvin, and papa Noel were all very attentive and gave great service. I will definitely return to try some other dishes
Written March 31, 2024
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Shamar L
1 contribution
Dec 2023 • couples
Went on a whim walking by and tried Roxy's. Very, very impressed with the authenticity of their food. Growing up in Jamaica, the red snapper escovitch tasted just like what I would eat for Sunday dinner at my grandma's house. Marvin, the chef, and his kitchen crew really brought the island flavor to Playa del Carmen! Bruce was an amazing server with answering and recommending all the menu options. Finally, I have to shout out Noel' s bartenders service as he made a special occasion amazing drinks. The whole crew really made the experience memorable! It's a definite stop on your palate adventure when exploring Playa del Carmen.
Written December 22, 2023
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David M
Stockholm11 contributions
Mar 2024 • couples
We went as a big group and everyone was satisfied after the dinner. The restaurant serves both fish and chicken. The food is great and the personel can help with translating the menu. One of the best dinners dueing our 2 week stay in mexico.
Written March 2, 2024
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