The Real Jerk Restaurant

The Real Jerk Restaurant Enjoy a taste of the Caribbean
Open for lunch, dinner, take-out and catering available
Caribbean Rum Bar
Large groups are welcome
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The Real Jerk Restaurant has been a landmark restaurant in Toronto for over 30 years. The Real Jerk has developed a strong following of loyal returning customers and is a well-known name with tourists. TRJ has been serving great Caribbean food and Caribbean vibes to residents and visitors in Toronto. This award winning restaurant offers dine-in, take-out and catering options. The Real Jerk Restaur

ant has been able to capture that island vibe with great service and a wide selection of food, rum, wine and cocktail options. TRJ is a great place to celebrate with family and friends. Give yourself a treat with a taste of the Caribbean. If you're looking for a place the beast Caribbean food in Toronto with great vibes, check us out. Our loyal customers come back every time for the food, great Caribbean rum selection, tasty cocktails and great ever-vibrant atmosphere

🌴 NYAM NUFF – CARIBBEAN BRUNCH 🌴Carnival Spirit in the City 🎭πŸ₯Get into the Carnival spirit with a Sunday brunch full of ...
07/18/2026

🌴 NYAM NUFF – CARIBBEAN BRUNCH 🌴
Carnival Spirit in the City 🎭πŸ₯

Get into the Carnival spirit with a Sunday brunch full of authentic Caribbean flavours, live steel pan music, handcrafted cocktails and unforgettable island vibes at The Real Jerk!

Whether you're meeting friends, bringing the family, or kicking off Carnival week, there's no better place to brunch.

🍽️ $25.99 per person

βœ”οΈ Includes Porridge
βœ”οΈ Choose 2 Main Dishes & 2 Sides

Enjoy a delicious selection of Caribbean favourites including Ackee & Saltfish, Stew Chicken, Smoked Herring, Fried Fish, Callaloo, Liver, Boiled Dumpling, Fried Dumpling, Green Banana, Plantain and more.

πŸ₯ LIVE STEEL PAN PERFORMANCE BY DEREK AYUM

Experience the vibrant sounds of the Caribbean with acclaimed Trinidadian-born steel pan musician Derek Ayum. Sit back, relax and enjoy the rhythms of calypso, soca and island classics while you brunch.

πŸ₯‚ Sip & Celebrate Mimosas (Orange, Guava, Mango or Passion Fruit) – 2 for $10
Rum Punch β€’ Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee β€’ Lemonade & More

πŸ“… Sunday, July 26
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

πŸ“ The Real Jerk Restaurant
842 Gerrard St. East, Toronto
πŸ“ž 416-463-6055

🎟️ Reserve your table:
https://eatapp.co/reserve/the-real-jerk-restaurant-842-gerrard-street-east

Gather your crew, enjoy great food, raise a mimosa and let the music transport you straight to the Caribbean. We can't wait to welcome you!

07/16/2026

You heard it from Max himself... 🎢🍹 Maxi Priest is inviting you to stop by, try the Taste of Summer collection, and experience the flavours inspired by the Caribbean.

And while you're at it...
✈️ Every Taste of Summer mocktail or cocktail purchased enters you for a chance to WIN a trip for two to Montego Bay, Jamaica.
Come raise a glass with us and make this your summer to remember.

Contest Details:
β€’ Purchase any featured Taste of Summer drink to enter.
β€’ Trip for two to Montego Bay, Jamaica.
β€’ Full contest rules available in-store.

🌴 NYAM NUFF – CARIBBEAN BRUNCH 🌴Carnival Spirit in the City! πŸŽ‰πŸ₯Join us at The Real Jerk for a special Sunday brunch fill...
07/15/2026

🌴 NYAM NUFF – CARIBBEAN BRUNCH 🌴
Carnival Spirit in the City! πŸŽ‰πŸ₯

Join us at The Real Jerk for a special Sunday brunch filled with Caribbean food, live music and good vibes!

🍽️ $25.99 – Choose 2 Mains + 2 Sides

Enjoy Caribbean brunch favourites including Ackee & Saltfish, Stew Chicken, Smoked Herring, Callaloo, Fried Fish, Liver and more, served with your choice of sides.

πŸ₯ LIVE STEEL PAN PERFORMANCE BY DEREK AYUM

Enjoy the sweet sounds of live steel pan as Derek Ayum brings the rhythm and spirit of the Caribbean to The Real Jerk!

πŸ“… Sunday, July 26
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
πŸ“ The Real Jerk Restaurant
842 Gerrard St East, Toronto
πŸ“ž 416-463-6055

πŸ₯‚ Mimosas, Rum Punch, Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee, Lemonade & more available!

Reservations recommended. Gather your crew and come Nyam Nuff with us! 🌴🎢

Caribbean | The Real Jerk Restaurant | Toronto |The Best Jerk Chicken | Oxtail | Food | Dinner | Date Night

🎢 MONDAY NIGHT LIVE – LOGIE & FRIENDS! 🎢Toronto, get ready for a Monday night filled with LIVE MUSIC, Caribbean energy, ...
07/11/2026

🎢 MONDAY NIGHT LIVE – LOGIE & FRIENDS! 🎢

Toronto, get ready for a Monday night filled with LIVE MUSIC, Caribbean energy, and good good vibes at The Real Jerk!

Join us Monday, July 20 as St. Lucian singer-songwriter Logie & Friends hit the stage with a high-energy mix of reggae, soca, classic R&B, Motown favourites, and party anthems.

With over 20 years of international performance experience, Logie knows how to work a crowd and keep the vibes flowing. Come ready to sing, dance, eat, drink, and enjoy a proper night out!

🍹 Happy Hour: 4–7PM
🎢 Showtime: 7PM
🎟️ Advance Tickets: $20

Come early for Happy Hour, grab some Caribbean food and drinks, then stay for the show. Bring your crew and leh we vibe!

🎟️ GET YOUR TICKETS NOW:
Monday Night Live Tickets⁠

πŸ“ The Real Jerk Restaurant
842 Gerrard St E, Toronto
πŸ“ž 416-463-6055
πŸ“§ [email protected]

Caribbean | The Real Jerk Restaurant | Toronto |The Best Jerk Chicken | Oxtail | Food | Dinner | Date Night

Meet the flavours behind your new summer obsession.Enjoy them:✨ As a refreshing mocktail✨ Mixed into a custom Maxi-appro...
07/09/2026

Meet the flavours behind your new summer obsession.
Enjoy them:
✨ As a refreshing mocktail
✨ Mixed into a custom Maxi-approved cocktail

And don't forget...
✈️ Every Taste of Summer drink purchased enters you for a chance to WIN a trip for two to Montego Bay, Jamaica.
Stop by, find your favourite, and tell us which mystery flavour you think is coming next.

Contest Details:
β€’ One entry per Taste of Summer drink purchased.
β€’ Winner receives a trip for two to Montego Bay.
β€’ See in-store for full rules.

07/08/2026

Maxi Priest is bringing the flavours of the Caribbean to you.Made to be enjoyed however you like them, as a mocktail or transformed into a Maxi-approved cocktail, these drinks were created to be your official taste of summer.

✈️ Plus, every Taste of Summer drink purchased enters you for a chance to WIN a trip for two to Montego Bay, Jamaica.

Stop by, take your first sip, and enter for your chance to win.

Contest Details:
β€’ One entry with every Taste of Summer mocktail or cocktail purchased.
β€’ Trip for two to Montego Bay, Jamaica.
β€’ Full rules available in-store.

07/02/2026

Maxi Priest is bringing the flavours of the Caribbean to you.Made to be enjoyed however you like them, as a mocktail or transformed into a Maxi-approved cocktail, these drinks were created to be your official taste of summer.

✈️ Plus, every Taste of Summer drink purchased enters you for a chance to WIN a trip for two to Montego Bay, Jamaica.
Stop by, take your first sip, and enter for your chance to win.

Contest Details:
β€’ One entry with every Taste of Summer mocktail or cocktail purchased.
β€’ Trip for two to Montego Bay, Jamaica.
β€’ Full rules available in-store.

06/30/2026

The Taste of Summer is HERE. β˜€οΈπŸΉ

We're so excited to introduce Taste of Summer by Maxi Priest, a collection of delicious Caribbean-inspired drinks featuring Maxi's new juice line.

Whether you prefer yours as a refreshing mocktail or a custom-crafted cocktail, we've created something everyone can enjoy.
And it gets even better...

✨ Every Taste of Summer drink purchased automatically enters you for a chance to WIN a trip for two to Montego Bay, Jamaica.
Stop by for your taste of summer, discover your favourite flavour, and enter to win.

What happens when great music, great people, and great food come together on a Monday night?🎢 FYI SHOWCASE @ THE REAL JE...
06/29/2026

What happens when great music, great people, and great food come together on a Monday night?

🎢 FYI SHOWCASE @ THE REAL JERK 🎢

Join us for an unforgettable evening of live music featuring Gavin Williamson, touring with Motown Gold and preparing for upcoming Lionel Richie tribute performances.

πŸ—“οΈ Monday, June 29, 2026 πŸ•– Live Music Starts at 7:00 PM

✨ Irie-Hour 4PM–7PM
🍹 Food & Drink Specials
🎀 Live Music at 7PM

πŸ“ The Real Jerk
842 Gerrard St. E., Toronto

🎟️ $15 Cover

🎟️ Get Your Tickets:
https://FYIShowcaseFeaturingGAVINWILLIAMSON.eventbrite.ca

Good Food. Good People. Real Culture.

🎀 POP-UP IRIE-OKIE at THE REAL JERK! 🎀GOOD VIBES. GREAT MUSIC. EPIC KARAOKE.Get ready for an unforgettable Pre-Canada Da...
06/27/2026

🎀 POP-UP IRIE-OKIE at THE REAL JERK! 🎀

GOOD VIBES. GREAT MUSIC. EPIC KARAOKE.

Get ready for an unforgettable Pre-Canada Day celebration at The Real Jerk!

πŸŽ™οΈ Hosted by MC LYTESOUT
πŸ“… Tuesday, June 30, 2026
πŸ•˜ Karaoke: 9:00 PM – 1:00 AM
πŸ“ The Real Jerk
842 Gerrard St. E., Toronto

Whether you're taking the mic, cheering on your friends, or just coming for the incredible Caribbean food, cocktails, and vibes, this is where you want to be the night before Canada Day!

🎀 Grab your crew.
🍹 Enjoy the drinks.
🎢 Sing your heart out.
πŸ”₯ Create unforgettable memories.

FREE Karaoke β€’ Everyone Welcome!

Caribbean | The Real Jerk Restaurant | Toronto |The Best Jerk Chicken | Oxtail | Food | Dinner | Date Night

What happens when great music, great people, and great food come together on a Monday night?🎢 FYI SHOWCASE @ THE REAL JE...
06/24/2026

What happens when great music, great people, and great food come together on a Monday night?

🎢 FYI SHOWCASE @ THE REAL JERK 🎢

Join us for an unforgettable evening of live music featuring Gavin Williamson, touring with Motown Gold and preparing for upcoming Lionel Richie tribute performances.

πŸ—“οΈ Monday, June 29, 2026
πŸ•– Live Music Starts at 7:00 PM

✨ Irie-Hour 4PM–7PM
🍹 Food & Drink Specials
🎀 Live Music at 7PM

πŸ“ The Real Jerk
842 Gerrard St. E., Toronto

🎟️ $15 Cover

🎟️ Get Your Tickets:
https://FYIShowcaseFeaturingGAVINWILLIAMSON.eventbrite.ca

Good Food. Good People. Real Culture.

πŸŽ¨πŸ‘‘ Paint & Sip with Tray Arts – Let’s Paint a Legend: PRINCE πŸ‘‘πŸŽ¨Get ready for a night of creativity, culture, and celebra...
06/21/2026

πŸŽ¨πŸ‘‘ Paint & Sip with Tray Arts – Let’s Paint a Legend: PRINCE πŸ‘‘πŸŽ¨

Get ready for a night of creativity, culture, and celebration as Tray Arts brings their unique artistic experience to The Real Jerk!

Known for turning everyday serving trays into stunning works of art, Tray Arts has built a following for their fun, interactive paint events that allow guests of all skill levels to create something beautiful and functional. Whether you're a seasoned artist or picking up a paintbrush for the first time, Tray Arts will guide you step-by-step in creating your own Prince-inspired masterpiece to take home.

This special edition pays tribute to one of music's most iconic performersβ€”Prince. Come ready to paint, laugh, sing along to the hits, and connect with fellow music and art lovers.

πŸ–ŒοΈ Guided by Tray Arts 🎀 Hosted by MC LytesOut πŸ“… Tuesday, June 30 πŸ•– Paint Night Starts at 7:00 PM πŸ“ The Real Jerk – 842 Gerrard St. East, Toronto

🎢 And when the painting wraps up, the party keeps going with IRIE-OKIE Karaoke starting at 9:30 PM. Grab the mic, sing your favourite Prince songs, and celebrate the eve of the Canada Day holiday with great people, food, and vibes.

🍹 Food and drinks available for purchase throughout the evening.

🎟️ Get your tickets today: https://paint-sip-with-artist-tray-art-lets-paint-a-legend-prince.eventbrite.ca⁠

A little paint, a little music, a lot of vibesβ€”and a one-of-a-kind piece of art you'll be proud to take home.

Address

842 Gerrard Street East
Toronto, ON
M4M1Y7

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11:30am - 10pm
Wednesday 11:30am - 10pm
Thursday 11:30am - 12am
Friday 11:30am - 12am
Saturday 12pm - 12am
Sunday 2pm - 10pm

Telephone

+14164636055

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