by Cyn Lee

Created on: September 02, 2009   Last Updated: April 18, 2011

Ja Makin Me Crazy, is what everyone walking down Albany Avenue in Hartford Connecticut will say as they smell the fantastic aroma's filling the air. On a busy street loaded with fast food, quickie sit-downs and every ethnic cuisine available, the Northern section of Albany Avenue is quickly becoming known for the best West Indian foods sold in the state. A stroll from South to North will have you jammin in the mood as you taste the Chicken Jerk to Curry Veggies. If you enjoy tasting spices from around the world, you will love this neighborhoods gourmets.

Jahmske Caribbean Restaurant 1291 Albany Ave. Hartford (860) 246-7778

Jahmkse's is a fabulous place to start your day with an island breakfast or cap a great day off with a succulent Jamaican Style dinner. This place gets busy and fills up fast. They are only open Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. They serve Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Hurry, this place is small and in high demand. Take-out is a specialty.

Scott's Jamaican Bakery 1344 Albany Ave. Hartford (860) 247-3855

Scott's Bakery has a nice West Indies atmosphere with great food and service. Scott's serves what you are craving, from fresh designer breads to chicken or beef stews. The meals are huge and the flavors from the South Atlantic will stun your taste buds. If you have traveled the islands and miss the jerk of sole and the spices of chicken, take a walk through the neighborhood.

McGregor's Jamaican Cuisitune 1137 Albany Ave Hartford (860) 728-3479

Not just another West Indies Restaurant , McGregor's is one of the best on this long road of food establishments. Most of the food will be unique as the cooks have found their own jammin tune to your palate. This place is fantastic. The locals love it and the visitors keep coming back. Sews, soups, spicy meats, will have your mouth watering while your feet are tapping to the sounds of the islands.

When seeking Jamaican or Caribbean flair to your food, the Northern section of Albany Ave is where the largest concentration of West Indian restaurants and grocers can be found. These places are the real deal. Most of the South Atlantic food establishments are within walking distance to one another. A trip down Albany Ave will have you believing you are on a fantastic cruise and you have stopped at the best island full of culture and cuisine.

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