Mintos Caribbean & Grill

177 Clare Rd, Cardiff CF11 6QS, United Kingdom
+44 29 2241 1268
$$$ Caribbean restaurant
(38 Reviews)

Mintos Caribbean & Grill brings vibrant Caribbean flavours to Clare Road in Cardiff, offering generous portions of familiar island favourites that locals appreciate for both dine-in and delivery. This spot fits comfortably into the neighbourhood’s diverse food scene, appealing especially to those looking for a hearty, flavour-packed meal that feels homely and straightforward rather than flashy.

The atmosphere here leans toward casual and approachable, making it a solid option for a relaxed lunch or dinner without pretension. Given its location near where Finger Lickin Jerk Chickn once thrilled the local crowd, Mintos has stepped into that space with confidence, serving up well-loved staples like jerk chicken and curried mutton that arrive hot and satisfying.

Many patrons highlight the sizable portions, with main dishes accompanied by essentials like rice and peas and traditional sides such as festivals, indicating a menu designed for sharing or stashing leftovers. While the heat level of their jerk chicken can vary from a preference for more char and spice, the overall freshness and depth of flavour speak to a kitchen that respects authentic Caribbean cooking traditions.

This restaurant works well for anyone craving a solid Caribbean meal without fuss — families, friends catching up, or solo diners looking for something robust and comforting. The best time to visit could be early evening or ordering through delivery platforms when you want no-hassle access to something reliably tasty and filling. The friendly, hands-on customer service that some reviewers have encountered also suggests Mintos cares about getting the experience right, even when things occasionally go off-track with orders.

Highlights
Good for watching sport
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves halal food
Quick bite
Best for
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Has counter service
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Does not have assistive hearing loop
No wheelchair-accessible car park
No wheelchair-accessible seating
No wheelchair-accessible toilet

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

12:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Wednesday

12:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Thursday

12:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Friday

12:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Saturday

12:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Sunday

Closed

38 Reviews
Claire Roach

05 Jan 2026

Massive portions and OMG absolutely STUNNING food! 10/10

Aiden Farrell

22 Dec 2025

As its just around the corner from the gone but not forgotten Finger Lickin Jerk Chickn' great things were expected. This place delivered big juicy jerk wings, tasty curried mutton and delicious rice and peas. Everything arrived hot and the portions were huge. Only thing I could fault was the pot of hot sauce was quite small and I like my jerk chicken slightly over charred with a bit more pimento smoke, but that's a personal preference. This place is excellent 100% recommended. Had a delivery takeaway so can't really score atmosphere, but I'm sure it would be good.

Louise McCarthy

15 Dec 2025

This was the first time I have ordered from here and boy I was not disappointed. I ordered through Uber Eats and the Jerk chicken was missing. I contacted the store and the guy I spoke to was amazing, and brought me some more Jerk personally, talk about brilliant customer service! The mutton curry melted in your mouth and everything we ordered was so fresh and tasty. This will definitely be my go to now when I’m in need of some Caribbean cuisine. Would highly recommend xx

am O

22 Nov 2025

Top quality Caribbean dishes, best tasting i south wales, portions are very generous aswell.

Adam R

29 Oct 2025

Ordered from Uber eats, seen the rating so had high expectations- 3 curry meals (2mutten,1chicken) which we had with rice and peas (3boxes), we also thought we would try some festivals and jerk chicken. Well what can I say, whoever cooked this put their heart and soul into it. The festivals were fresh and hot and delicious, the curried mutton wasn’t too spicy and you could tell it was freshly made, the meat itself was soft and delicious, the same goes for the chicken curry, both were amazing curries. The jerk chicken doesn’t even need to be tasted to tell it’s certified fire!!! You just need to look at it and you’ll know it’s going to be good. All came to an amazing price of £33, best first experience from a takeaway I’ve had, which is why I’ve left such an extensive review, order from this place!

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