Ollie's Jerk Shack & Cocktails
297 Reviews
- FridayClosed
- SaturdayClosed
- SundayClosed
- Monday4–8 PM
- Tuesday4–8 PM
- Wednesday4–8 PM
- Thursday4–8 PM
About the Business
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Contacts
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+441273714877
5 Brighton Square, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN1 1HD
Hours
- FridayClosed
- SaturdayClosed
- SundayClosed
- Monday4–8 PM
- Tuesday4–8 PM
- Wednesday4–8 PM
- Thursday4–8 PM
Features
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
- Delivery
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safe space
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wi-Fi
- Dine-in
- Takeaway
- Fireplace
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Spirits
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Bar on site
- Toilets
- Family friendly
- Groups
- Accepts reservations
- Kids' menu
- Late-night food
- Lunch
- Casual
- Outdoor seating
- Happy-hour drinks
- Small plates
- Rooftop seating
Recommended Reviews
Megan Gill
27.02.2024
Ollie's Jerk Shack & Cocktails
Pretty quiet, even though it was a Saturday afternoon! Good cocktails but god they're overpriced, £13 for an espresso martini. We got free food because they had extra chicken and chip baskets though so can't complain too much.
elouise belcher
20.02.2024
Ollie's Jerk Shack & Cocktails
I booked here for my birthday! I asked for a table to be outside, and for 4.30. I got charged a £100 deposit to be deducted from my bill at the end. Sure no problem. When I arrived at Ollie’s, the outdoor space had been filled already by multiple hen parties. even after already securing a table and paying for it. We got told to sit inside and wait for the free space. Then proceeded to tell me that we had to order our food at the bar.Mentioning my deposit to the staff, they said I could swap to a tab instead which was not ideal.I informed the messenger chat prior our arrival a cake would be delivered before our arrival. When asking about the cake they were clueless about the cake, we had to show them proof and to find out they put the cake in the freezer, the cake was delivered at 2. By the time it came out it was frozen solid. The staff there were clueless, lacked any customer service and basic manners, they all sat round and didn’t really care. No management around, terrible service completely!Ordered a purple rain off the MENU to get told that they actually don’t know how to make the cocktail. We all ordered our food individually and there was about 15 of us. We all had our food, the food has completely changed. Arrived cold and all at different times. We all ordered drinks then for one of the young waitresses to come a delivered a potion of cold chips and one chicken wing saying that they wanted to keep this on the table to keep their licence. Honestly shocking.Overall had a really terrible experience and would never recommend again. Which is a shame because I was going regularly when first opened the food was amazing, the drinks were amazing and the staff where really friendly. To say the least DISAPPOINTED. What a let down.
Dionne Charles
11.02.2024
Ollie's Jerk Shack & Cocktails
I’ve been here before and enjoyed it, something has gone very wrong. Due an error with the ticket machine, I waited 30mins for a meal (no one else was eating) it wasn’t worth the wait. If you are looking for proper Caribbean Food this is not the place for you. Un spicy, greasy, soggy skinned jerk chicken and Goat Curry which had been bulked out with potato making the sauce an awful texture and mean meat ratio. I paid £18 to not eat. Very unimpressed.
E Cullington
05.02.2024
Ollie's Jerk Shack & Cocktails
My partner and I went to Ollie's for a quick drink and it was a pleasant experience, so we decided to book a table to celebrate her birthday. The restaurant asked for a £5 per head deposit as we had a booking for 8 people, which we sent over and the booking was confirmed.When we turned up for said booking however, the restaurant was closed... no sign up, no notice, Google and their Instagram said it should be open. We tried calling the mobile number on their Instagram multiple times and the line rang out. We ended up having to go and find somewhere else for dinner.We contacted the restaurant via Instagram and they gave no explanation and no apology, just said they knew nothing about it, but would get our deposit sent back to us within a week. Two weeks later we hadn't received the money back, we kept messaging, they kept saying they'd send the money but never did.Eventually after just over a month I had to drive back to Brighton to go into the restaurant and demand my money back. I explained the situation to the staff and they didn't seem surprised and weren't apologetic at all, just said to come back another day when the manager was in. After I pushed back a bit and explained that the business already had my details, I just wanted them to actually send the money as promised, they said they'd go and call their manager. After around 20 minutes the staff member returned and said she hadn't managed to get hold of the manager. She asked me to write down my bank details and she would pass them on. Later that week I finally got my refund.We were so disappointed by this experience as we were really excited to try the food at this place, but the customer service we received was absolutely atrocious. We never received any explanation as to why the restaurant was shut, and we never received an apology, the staff really didn't seem bothered at all. If the situation had been handled better and a reasonable explanation was given we might be returned to try again but it's annoyed us enough that we won't be returning.
Satnam Singh
01.02.2024
Ollie's Jerk Shack & Cocktails
Went for the platter and the jerk and macaroni cheese was on the point, the pork belly burnt tips also have to be mentioned as they were lovely. Only downside was we had to wait 30 minutes for our drinks which was annoying however the Mango Martini is highly recommended. Descent spot.
Abubakar Mai kahwo
10.01.2024
Ollie's Jerk Shack & Cocktails
Went in for a cocktail and we were seated pretty much right away. Told to use buzzer on table to order but after sitting there for 10 minutes I went to the bar. The team seemed very understaffed.Drinks were nice. We did not eat.Everything was clean.
Robert Bournemouth
27.12.2023
Ollie's Jerk Shack & Cocktails
WOW!! I had the jerk chicken rice and peas with coleslaw, good quality chicken well seasoned cooked to perfection. Rice and peas well made nice and soft. Homemade coleslaw was fantastic, washed it down with an amazing cocktail. Service was outstanding, the restaurant was well cleaned and smelling beautiful. Definitely a feel good feeling and vibe in Ollies. I highly recommend this amazing restaurant.
Jade Scott
20.12.2023
Ollie's Jerk Shack & Cocktails
First time trying Jamaican food, came to Ollies on the recommendation of a friend and cannot praise it enough!! Food was mindblowing, location is gorgeous and staff are so helpful and friendly. What a phenomenal place to eat, will be back next time I’m in Brighton!
Susan Christie
19.12.2023
Ollie's Jerk Shack & Cocktails
After researching carribean foods in Brighton . I planned a day out with friends last week and surprised them with what I call this lovely hideaway.Once upstairs, I saw my idea of a relaxing oasis, good music,good food, and a friendly atmosphere. The staff were very accommodating and true professionals . The food was authentic and flavoursome. I was so impressed I returned back this week, and I was greeted with the same vibe.I believe if you attend on a Thursday everything you order, you are charged only 50% of the bill, trust me it was worth it.I would recommend this place for anyone who loves reggae music, jerk chicken, and cocktails.
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5 Brighton Square, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN1 1HD
Ollie's Jerk Shack & Cocktails