Rockin' Chair - Cafe / Bar / Diner

Fab food music and friendly staff true caribean food home made enjoyed

Friendly and helpful staff, they can't do enough for you. Even though I didn't hear a single Caribbean accent, which I was looking forward to (missing it) these guys were so lovely.
The place is clean, comfy and welcoming. Tables are nicely spaced out for social distancing, it wasn't crowded. Music was good and set the ambience. You can see into the kitchen through a window and watch chef work his magic!
I was hesitant because many "Caribbean" restaurants, anglicise the food and ends up tasting unauthentic, but I was very pleasantly surprised with The Rocking Chair. It tasted so close to home, best I've had in Wales. I would just add, you should know Caribbean folk like a bit more gravy. 😁. I judge Caribbean restaurants by their jerk chicken, once they get that right I will try other dishes. Ital next for me!
I would definitely recommend, it ticks all the boxes. (Except please make more veggie and beef patties! 😂)
Tip: on the menu it just says "plantain", the whole plantain is sliced and fried. I was curious how many pieces, but it was enough to satisfy this fried plantain lover.
Another Tip:the takeout menu is cheaper than the dine in.

Very tasty food, friendly and nice staff. Good value.

My friends and I had a fantastic night here. From the moment we walked in all the staff made us feel so welcome. The barman made us a special Caribbean cocktail 🍹which was so good. We headed here before a big night out so also had some food. Soul in a bowl. Delicious. Food and drinks were so reasonably priced. Music was great too. We felt like we were on holiday. We danced and laughed the whole time we were there. Thanks so much to all the staff who work together to make this place great. We will be back for sure and next time we will bring all our friends. Xx

Amazing atmosphere, authentic Jamaican food and the best host experience I have had in Cardiff

Absolutely stunning food, gorgeous restaurant and fab staff

I moved from London to Cardiff 4 years ago. My family is Jamaican. I had given up of getting any authentic yard food. That was amazing. Perfectly spiced, fall apart meat and so much food I have lunch for tomorrow. I will definitely be back to try everything. Thank you. I'll actually take my Mum. Best compliment I could ever give!

Was a lovely chilled atmosphere with great music.. staff were polite and friendly. Food looked amazing (I didn't eat but some of the girls did) .. will be going back again :-) x