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Pelican

Gloucester Ave, Miranda Hill, Montego Bay, Jamaica
952 3171
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Ranked #8 of 59 restaurants in Montego Bay
Good for: Child-friendly, Groups, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, After-hours, Dessert
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Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Groups, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, After-hours, Dessert
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Miami, Florida
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

We have nothing but fond memories of our time dining at the Pelican. On our first stop my wife had the oxtail and I had the curry shrimp meal with delicious mango chutney. (Pictures were added) The food prices are comparable and is hands down of the best quality you will find in Montego Bay. In addition to that the... More

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Miami Beach, Florida
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

It was my first time going to Jamaica and I just couldn't wait to eat Jamaican food. So we went to Pelican and I ordered the oxtail!! Hmmm just thinking about that oxtail makes my mouth water. The oxtail was very tender and it just tasted like homemade food. We also tried their fruit punch, the coconut pie and their... More

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Montego Bay, Saint James, Jamaica
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13 reviews 13 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

You can always count on the quality of the food here. Good variety, very tasty. Pleasant atmosphere and the staff is very friendly.

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New York
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19 restaurant reviews
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23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

If you want to leave your resort for a trip into town and eat some good local food - reasonably priced this is your place. Not to fancy but clean and reasonably nice it was a nice break from the hotel and they will pick you up for free...

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Brooklyn, New York
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

Took a very short 10 minute walk from our Hotel to check out the Pelican for dinner and so worth it! Amazingly tasty and authentic food! I had jerk chicken with rice and peas and sweet plantains and it was spicy and sweet, just right! Chicken was juicy and well cooked. Prices are also good, staff is super friendly and... More

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Gilford, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2013

Food was very good... the locals told us abut tis place...very happy we went the guys wants steaks and the ladies wanted mudslides....they had it all here and it was good. Great variety and fabulous service

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Moncton, Canada
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15 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2013

This restaurant was recommended by our tour guide as we were having a free time for shopping then we continued the tour .We had the conch stew for starters then we had jerk chicken ,this was very good .Service was great .

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Jamaica
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9 restaurant reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013

Food here isn't too bad but depends alot on what you order. My wife ordered fried chicken and there was blood spewing from it. In all fairness the manager didn't charge us for that meal. Not to say this happens all the time but I was one of the unlucky ones. My stew peas taste fine but portion was small... More

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South Wales
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2013

This restaurant was recommended by the hotel staff as we were having a day out in Montego bay. It is located on the sea front. The staff were helpful and the food was good value for money. It was nice to have lunch in a cool air conditioned restaurant.

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Montego Bay, Jamaica
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 March 2013

So this is a diner that just does not change. Same brown leather booths, and wood panels - since 20 years ago it seems. But the food is always hot, fresh, and really tasty. Even the coffee-try it with condensed milk - it's just really good. Burgers and shakes there too. Right on the hip strip.

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