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Portlander Jamaican Restaurant Our goal is to continue to serve our customers the finest Caribbean cuisine from the freshest ingred

Here’s what’s cooking at the Portlander today! 🇯🇲🍽️Today we’re offering Sri Lankan Chicken Patties, along with all your ...
10/30/2026

Here’s what’s cooking at the Portlander today! 🇯🇲🍽️

Today we’re offering Sri Lankan Chicken Patties, along with all your favourites from our regular menu!

🍗 Jerk Chicken

🍛 Curry Coconut Chicken & Butter Chicken

🐟 Fish & Chips

🥟 Beef Patties – single or as a meal

🐟 Fish Cakes – single or as a meal

🥣 Red Bean Soup

🥗 Jerk Bowls your choice of beef, chicken or pork, served with fresh veggies and our in-house garlic sauce.

And lots more!

Come on down and see what we’ve got cooking! There’s something for everyone! 😊

Just finished frying up a new batch of Yardstyle chicken!
10/29/2026

Just finished frying up a new batch of Yardstyle chicken!

10/28/2026

A Little Update on the Shelter Situation in Amherst

I wanted to share some encouraging news with everyone who has been following what’s been happening with the shelter here in Amherst.

As many of you know, a petition was started because of the concerns affecting our businesses, residents, and the community as a whole.

I’m happy to say that things are finally moving in the right direction. Town Council has voted to take steps toward addressing the situation, including asking the province to provide oversight of the shelter and working toward a more suitable location.

Of course, these things take time, and nothing is going to change overnight, but at least we’re seeing some progress.

I also want to acknowledge everyone who signed the petition and all the local businesses that made it available for people to sign. It showed just how many people in our community shared these concerns and wanted to see something done.

And I want to acknowledge the members of Council who listened and took these concerns seriously.

This was never about one person or one business. It’s about our community and finding a better way forward, not just for the people living and working in the area, but also for those who depend on the shelter.

There’s still work to be done, but I believe we’re finally heading in the right direction.

Hopefully, this is the beginning of some real, lasting change for Amherst.

10/28/2026

Along with our regular menu items, we’re once again offering our popular Yard-Style Jamaican Fried Chicken today! 🇯🇲🍗

Enjoy it with fries or rice topped with our delicious coconut curry chickpeas sauce.

🥗 Our Jerk Bowl Salads are also available, with your choice of jerk chicken, pork, or beef, served with fresh vegetables and our homemade garlic sauce.

Come on in and let us take care of lunch today! 😊

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Good morning!Christmas may still be a little ways away, but we’re getting an early start on taking orders for our delici...
10/28/2026

Good morning!

Christmas may still be a little ways away, but we’re getting an early start on taking orders for our delicious Jamaican Rum Cakes!

Once again, my friend Stacy will be making her delicious Jamaican rum cakes, and we’re happy to bring this Christmas favourite back for our customers!

We’ll also be taking orders for our Pecan Pralines, another sweet treat for the holiday season!

We’re accepting pre-orders now, with pickup available around mid-December.

Whether you’re treating yourself, sharing with family, or looking for a special Christmas gift, these delicious treats are a wonderful way to add a little sweetness to the holidays!

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Some of our menu options
10/27/2026

Some of our menu options

10/25/2026

Something New at Portlander Jamaican Restaurant! Home-Cooked Meal Plans!

I’m looking at offering meal plans for seniors, busy families, working people, or anyone who just doesn’t have the time or energy to cook every day.

The idea is simple. You choose your meals ahead of time, whether you want enough for two days, three days, or even a full week, and we’ll do the cooking for you!

Here’s how it will work:

You choose your protein, your carb, and your vegetables, and we’ll put your meals together.

To start, we’ll be offering:

Proteins: Roast chicken, roast beef, or pork.

Sides: Rice, potatoes, broccoli, carrots, and other vegetables.

These will be traditional, home-cooked meals, not spicy. However, if you prefer something with a little Jamaican flavour, like jerk chicken or curry chicken, we can arrange that too!

We also understand that some people have special dietary needs. If you require a low-sodium meal or have other dietary restrictions, let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate you.

Meals will range from $12 to $14 each.

Meals can be picked up, and for those who are unable to come to us, delivery can also be arranged.

My goal is to make good, affordable, home cooked meals available to people who may not always have the time or ability to prepare them for themselves.

I’d really love to hear your thoughts. Is this something you or someone you know would be interested in?

❤️ Portlander Jamaican Restaurant

Well, we don’t usually do fried chicken on Fridays, but after so many calls yesterday asking for it and us not having an...
10/23/2026

Well, we don’t usually do fried chicken on Fridays, but after so many calls yesterday asking for it and us not having any available, we decided to make some today!

So yes, our yard-style fried chicken is on the menu today, along with all our other regular menu items!

Hope to see you all today!

Address

12 Prince Arthur Street
Amherst, NS
B4H1V4

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11:30am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 11:30am - 6:30pm
Thursday 11:30am - 6:30pm
Friday 11:30am - 7pm

Telephone

+19026602890

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