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The Jerk Shack The Jerk Shack, a Jamaican restaurant located on the west side of San Antonio, offers Artisan Caribbean Cuisine with a Texan flare. From Jamaican-style Jerk Chicken and Oxtails to Fried Fish, Chef Nicola Blaque provides daily plate specials as well as Texas-style ordering by the pound. The grand opening is on May 11th at 6 PM. Enjoy an exciting culinary experience in San Antonio at The Jerk Shack!
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From The Jerk Shack to the Victoria’s Secret runway! 🪽💕We’re so proud to see Tatyana Tinsley🦋✨ , who joined us for one o...
10/24/2026

From The Jerk Shack to the Victoria’s Secret runway! 🪽💕

We’re so proud to see Tatyana Tinsley🦋✨ , who joined us for one of our photoshoots, walking in the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show! Congratulations on such an incredible milestone! ✨

10/09/2026

Caribbean food was made for gathering. One table, everybody close, nobody in a hurry to leave.

Three Bib Gourmands in a row, and this is still what it is about. The people around the table. The food that keeps them there a little longer.

Pull up a chair, family. 🇯🇲❤️

Three years in a row. 🫶🏾🇯🇲Our 3rd year in a row to receive the MICHELIN Bib Gourmand. We are still taking it in, and we ...
10/08/2026

Three years in a row. 🫶🏾🇯🇲

Our 3rd year in a row to receive the MICHELIN Bib Gourmand. We are still taking it in, and we do not take a single day lightly.

Since 2018, we have kept showing up. Same values. Same heart for our community. Growing and refining our craft a little more every day, one small step at a time, while holding on to who we are. Our food carries our history, our family traditions, and the love that brought us here.

To see Jamaican food recognized this way means so much. We recently learned we are the only Jamaican restaurant in the world with three straight Bib Gourmands, and that humbles us. We hope it encourages every young cook carrying their grandmother’s recipes into a kitchen: keep learning, keep growing, and trust that your food and your story belong.

Thank you to our team for the care you put into every plate. Thank you to San Antonio for pulling up a chair since day one. And thank God, from whom every good thing comes.

We are honored to carry this recognition for Jamaican food, for Caribbean food, and for our city. 🇯🇲❤️

MICHELINGuide

The holidays are about the table. The people around it. The food that keeps everybody there a little longer.This season,...
10/01/2026

The holidays are about the table. The people around it. The food that keeps everybody there a little longer.

This season, let The Jerk Shack handle the cooking. Holiday packages for your office lunch, your holiday party, your full family table. Order in store or send a catering request.

Tell us the date, the guest count, and what you have in mind. We will take it from there.

Happy holidays, family. ❤️

We’re incredibly grateful to be named  #15 on the San Antonio Express-News Top 50 Restaurants in San Antonio for 2026. ❤...
08/20/2026

We’re incredibly grateful to be named #15 on the San Antonio Express-News Top 50 Restaurants in San Antonio for 2026. ❤️

Recognition like this is never something we take for granted. The Jerk Shack was built from a love for Caribbean food, culture, and bringing people together, and we’re so thankful San Antonio continues to embrace what we do.

To our team, our guests, and everyone who has supported us along the way, thank you. We’re honored to be recognized alongside so many incredible restaurants in our city. 🇯🇲❤️

08/20/2026

Wonder if you’ve noticed our Restaurant Week menu yet? 👀🌴

Culinaria Restaurant Weeks are in full swing, and we put together a few Jerk Shack exclusives just for the occasion. Come through for a $30 lunch or $35 dinner and try dishes like our Black Eyed Pea Empanadas, Spice Bag, Brown Stew Chicken Fricassee or Crispy Branzino, and something sweet to finish!

Available through August 29 — so if something on this menu has been calling your name, now’s the time. 💚💛

📍 Lunch: 11AM–5PM
🌙 Dinner: 5PM–Close

08/02/2026

Back-to-school season is here, and we’re proud to help support our community! 🎒❤️

The Jerk Shack is now accepting school supply and backpack donations for Duece’s Barbershop 💈 ‘s Back 2 School Drive.

On August 9, they will be providing FREE haircuts for kids and distributing school supplies to help students head back to class prepared and confident.

If you’re stopping by, bring a backpack or a few school supplies to donate and while you’re here, treat yourself to one of our signature Oxtail Plates. Every donation, big or small, helps make a difference.

A huge thank you to Duece’s Barbershop 💈 for organizing this incredible event and allowing us to be part of it. ❤️

📍 Donation drop-off: The Jerk Shack

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07/29/2026

Every plate tells a story. This week’s Caribbean Soul Night menu brings together bright, fresh flavors, wood-grilled seafood, and a tropical finish that’s worth saving room for. Join us tomorrow, Wednesday, from 5–8 PM for live music, great food and a night that feels like an escape.

Caribbean Soul Night returns this Wednesday! 🌴Join us for an evening of live music by Zae Daviyd Trumpet and a chef-cura...
07/26/2026

Caribbean Soul Night returns this Wednesday! 🌴

Join us for an evening of live music by Zae Daviyd Trumpet and a chef-curated three-course menu inspired by the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean.

This week’s menu features Watermelon Chow, Wood-Grilled Green Seasoning Branzino, and Coconut & Lime Cheesecake for $35.

Wednesday, July 29 • 5–8 PM

05/01/2026

Rain on the windows, Oxtails on the stove.

Oxtail plate available every Fri-Sun 🔥

Hosted a wedding party today and we’re so honored they chose us as they celebrate their union. A room full of love, laug...
04/25/2026

Hosted a wedding party today and we’re so honored they chose us as they celebrate their union. A room full of love, laughter, and good food.
We’re grateful to be part of their story. Congratulations!

Address

10234 SH 151 Suite 103
San Antonio, TX
78251

To get to the Jamaican restaurant in San Antonio, you can take the VIA Metropolitan Transit Bus Route 22 or 26 and get off at the Intersection of N St Mary's St & E Quincy Pl. From there, walk a few blocks west on E Quincy Pl and turn left on Broadway Street. The restaurant should be on your right.

If driving, take either Highway 281 or I-35 to downtown San Antonio and exit for Broadway Street. Look for parking along Broadway or any side streets nearby. The restaurant should be located near the intersection of E Quincy Pl and Broadway Street.

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 8pm
Tuesday 11am - 8pm
Wednesday 11am - 8pm
Thursday 11am - 8pm
Friday 11am - 8pm
Saturday 11am - 8pm
Sunday 11am - 4pm

Telephone

+1 210-776-7780

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What people say

Jamaican restaurants are known for their bold and flavorful dishes that are sure to tantalize your taste buds. And if you're looking for an authentic Jamaican dining experience in San Antonio, look no further than The Jerk Shack.

This newly opened restaurant is quickly becoming a local favorite, thanks to its delicious menu of Jamaican-style Jerk Chicken, Oxtails, and Fried Fish. But what really sets The Jerk Shack apart is its unique Texan twist on traditional Caribbean cuisine.

Whether you prefer to order by the pound or indulge in one of their daily plate specials, you're sure to find something that satisfies your cravings at The Jerk Shack. And with Chef Nicola Blaque at the helm, you can trust that every dish is made with the utmost care and attention to detail.

So if you're ready to take your taste buds on a culinary adventure, head over to The Jerk Shack and experience the best of both worlds - authentic Jamaican flavors with a Texan flair.