Miss Lily's 7A Cafe

Yard & Abroad party used to be fun and filled with people from all over the diaspora there to enjoy music and dance, went to my first party this year on thursday and ✋🏻yt kids started a literal MOSH PIT to dancehall ruining the whole vibe. The venue was empty not even 20 mins after which was a whole 2 hours before the party even ended. Sad to see one of my favorite weekly events turn into what it has💔

Stopped in for happy hour during the week. The rum punch is strong but really good fruity flavors and is on the happy hour menu. The ox tail spring rolls had lots of flavor and the cod fish fritters delicious loved the curry sauce.

We had a wonderful experience. Friendly and attentive service. Delicious food. We had a group of 10 and sampled several entrees and appetizers. Everything was on point. Great tasting food cooked just right. Classic old school reggae was a pleasure to hear and elevated the experience. Will definitely go back again.

Very tasty dishes. Great for sharing.. loved the cook on the Snapper and Jerk Chicken was fall off the bone. Personally would like more spice or a spicy sauce on the side but still was a flavorful dish. The cod fritters was not a fan because it was doughy and not much cod in there. Always a great vibe/music, highly recommend for date nights or group outings.

We had a very nice dinner. The food was delicious and the service was friendly. Very cute spot.

The atmosphere was pretty chill. The service was great. The appetizers were pretty good, but the salmon tasted pretty bland like it wasn't seasoned properly. I also thought the food would be more spicy.

The food is extremely amazing here, however I could not get past the sarcastic host, and I noticed how my boyfriend & I were greeted versus white people that came in… I’m from Texas so that’s common just not from people who look like me…. The server was very dull to no enthusiasm but overall I wouldn’t dine here again id definitely order to go because the food is amazing

Really enjoyed my experience at Miss Lily’s 7a. I came here for the first time in 2018foir a birthday brunch and remember the food and drink being fantastic. Today (2026), I came again and was happy to see that not much had changed. Today I had the jerk chicken and the tamarind glazed plantain. My husband did the restaurant week deal with codfish fritters, jerk hash, and coconut cream cake. We also indulged in the boozy brunch deal for $25 bottomless drinks.<br>The jerk chicken was really good, and a great portion. The sweet potato jerk hash was a little lighter but it still was a nice serving. Everything we had was delicious. The best drink was definitely the rum punch.<br>The only problem with the restaurant is that it’s pretty small and there are some tables that feel on top of each other. Otherwise the staff was friendly and the music was good.

A great, casual spot with cool vibes for Jamaican food. We went for brunch and loved it. I've had my fair share of Jamaican food in NYC and Jamaica and will share that while there was a different twist, food flavors were on point.<br><br>We shared the Jerk Chicken roti - a burrito stuffed with all the Jamaican flavors - and the Jamaican breakfast. The ackee and saltfish, steamed veggies and plantain were great. The only thing we didn't love was the festival (it was a little heavy...I prefer fried or boiled dumplings with this kind of breakfast).<br><br>We both had sorrel ginger beers to drink. These were fine (light on the sorrel flavor).<br><br>Service was lovely and the decor and music just right.

Miss Lily’s is one of the most consistent Jamaican restaurants you’ll find in Manhattan. Everything on the menu is always available which is rare for a Jamaican spot! The food is very good, and you can tell they take pride in maintaining quality.<br>The aki and saltfish leans more on the saltfish side they’re not too heavy on the aki but it’s still delicious and well-seasoned. The roti is always soft and fresh, which is a big plus.<br>The decor really captures the vibe of a bar straight out of Jamaica colorful, lively, and full of energy. On weekends, there’s usually a live DJ playing great dancehall and reggae, adding to the island feel.<br>Overall, Miss Lily’s delivers both in atmosphere and flavor a must-visit if you want a true taste of Jamaica in NYC. 🇯🇲🔥

Came for the restaurant week brunch. Excellent ambiance, DJ/music, food/drinks, and service! I enjoyed a three-course meal — Codfish fritters, Jamaican breakfast, and coconut cream rum cake. I drank a rum punch. Everything was flavorful! Definitely returning for brunch and other dining times.

I can’t say enough good things about the good eats, service by our waitress Bri, and atmosphere at Lily’s Restaurant. As a person that has to eat gluten free foods, I was pleasantly surprised to find several GF options on the menu! They were all YUMMY!!! They even have a chocolate GF dessert option that was rich and plantain based! I can’t wait to go back there. Great experience!

I’ve visited for brunch before, but I’d always wanted to experience dinner here—and during Restaurant Week, it did not disappoint. The thoughtfully designed décor and inviting ambiance set the perfect tone for our meal.<br>We dined later in the evening, which gave the space a calm, relaxed energy, complemented by the smooth sounds of old-school reggae playing in the background. The cocktails were both strong and well-crafted, adding a nice touch to the evening.<br>I wouldn’t recommend this spot for parties larger than four indoors, as the space is more intimate. The outdoor seating can accommodate groups up to six, though it did appear a bit snug.<br>If you’re craving authentic Jamaican cuisine, this is a must-visit. According to my partner—who may be slightly biased as a proud Jamaican—it’s home to the best jerk chicken in all five boroughs.

The BEST meal I had during my last visit to NY!<br><br>I had the pleasure of dinning at this gem during restaurant week! Everything about it is a win!<br><br>Let’s first start with the amazing service! Every staff was friendly and provided recommendable service from the moment we walked in!<br><br>The ambiance : they have a corner spot so it’s perfect for those that like to enjoy a meal outside. The patio area is cute as is the indoor area. Think bright colors and carribean vibes!<br><br>Now for the food- simply put, I was blown away! Admittedly I was not expecting much from this spot, but boy was I wrong!! I started with a watermelon salad and ordered the jerk chicken with veggies as my main meal! Now I know you are thinking what can be so special about a watermelon salad? It was just good! I appreciated every ingredient included ! It was very refreshing. My favorite part of the meal was the jerk chicken. Hands down the BEST jerk chicken I have ever had! It is tender and full of flavor !! When I say I finished this meal and left no crumbs it was that good!!!<br><br>My sister had the jerk mushroom lettuce wraps. Her entree was the friend snapper and to end it off she had rum cake! I have to admit I enjoyed my meal more ! However her food was good too! I really enjoyed the aioli sauce that accompanied the fish entree.<br><br>NOTE: for restaurant week you can opt to order off the restaurant week menu. It is 3 courses for $45!<br><br>The only item I would not order again is the rum cake! It was not your traditional Caribbean rum cake. It is more of a white cake with coconut flavors. I could not taste the rum. While the cake was moist and generally a good cake/ it was just not what I expected for rum cake.<br><br>To sum everything up, you MUST visit Ms. Lilly’s!! It’s 10’s across the board for me ! I will be stopping by the next time I am in the city? There is so much I want to try!

An authentic experience.<br><br>We came here for brunch and had such a great experience.<br><br>Ambiance: Feels like a Caribbean diner. They play great music. The booth were comfortable to sit in and half are right by the window so it’s nice to look out.<br><br>Service: service was fast and efficient. Food also came out within reasonable time.<br><br>Food: We got all the veggie options on the menu. The coconut pancakes were good but I think they needed more coconut. The coconut part felt like only the flakes on top so once those were gone you were just eating regular pancakes. The pancakes were nice and fluffy. We also got the jerk corn, it was so well flavored. Note, it comes on the cob. The jerk fries were good, the jerk seasoning was yummy but the fries felt a little average. We also got the vegetable roti. That was definitely the highlight of the meal. I loved the variety of vegetables in it and they were all well cooked. The curry was on point and the loved the texture of the roti.<br><br>They have a great bottomless brunch deal, $25. We didn’t try it this time but will definitely try next time.<br><br>Insta: @TheShahLALand