Welcome to Gar & Mar Jamaican American Cuisine, located at 10 Seminary St., Berea, Ohio. We are a warm, family-run restaurant where authentic Jamaican flavors meet American comfort, created by Garry and Maria Lawson-James. At Gar & Mar, we bring the heart of Jamaica to Ohio with signature dishes like jerk chicken, oxtail, curry goat, rice and peas, and fried dumplings, all crafted using time-honored recipes. Our space is welcoming, laid-back, and colorful, reflecting the true spirit of the Caribbean and making every visit feel like a celebration. We believe in offering delicious food at an affordable price without compromising on quality or flavor. Whether you dine in, take out, or choose our catering service, every meal is prepared with care and passion. Our mission is simple: to share the rich culinary heritage of Jamaica in a friendly, community focused environment where every guest feels like part of our family. Come visit us, relax, and enjoy a flavor journey you’ll always remember.
At Gar & Mar, we take pride in providing authentic Jamaican cuisine and a welcoming experience to our guests. We would be grateful if you could share your thoughts about our restaurant with others. Your feedback helps us improve and helps new customers discover us. Please take a moment to leave a review of Gar and Mar and let others know what you think.
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The staff at this restaurant are very friendly. It looks clean. The atmosphere is lively and colorful. For some reason, the place wasn't crowded on a Friday afternoon, so the service was quick. It's right in the center of Berea, a beautiful university town, ideal for a stroll after lunch.
- Daniel D.
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One of our favorites. The restaurant serves all the well-known Jamaican classics. The food is delicious and authentic. It's reasonably priced. You get a lot of good food for the price. A sure bet and highly recommended! It's IRIE!
- Mercedes O.
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Okay, listen, this is one of the best meals I've ever had! First of all, the service and the people here are amazing! We wanted to try so many things. It smelled so good as soon as we walked in the door! We had jerk shrimp, jerk ribs, chicken curry, and fried green tomatoes as an appetizer. The jerk sauce, I'm speechless, it's phenomenal!! Thank you, Destino, Mar, and Gar! We'll be back very soon!!
- Ryan H.
