Located in the heart of Kingston, New York, Toptaste Restaurant stands as a welcoming destination for those who appreciate the art of thoughtful cooking. Situated at 446 Hasbrouck Ave, our establishment serves as a gathering place for the local community and visitors alike. We believe that dining is more than just a necessity; it is an experience that brings people together, fosters conversation, and creates lasting memories. Our philosophy centers on the idea that quality ingredients, prepared with care and respect, form the foundation of every memorable meal.
From the moment you step through our doors, you will find an environment designed for comfort and relaxation. We have carefully curated our space to ensure that whether you are joining us for a casual lunch, a celebratory dinner, or a quiet evening out, the atmosphere remains inviting and unpretentious. Our team is dedicated to providing attentive service, ensuring that every guest feels valued and well-cared for throughout their visit. We take pride in our role within the Kingston neighborhood and strive to contribute positively to the local culinary landscape.
What Makes Toptaste Restaurant Unique
Commitment to Quality Ingredients: We prioritize sourcing fresh, seasonal produce and high-quality components to ensure that every dish reflects the best of what is available. By focusing on the integrity of our ingredients, we allow the natural flavors to shine through in every preparation.
A Welcoming Atmosphere: Our restaurant is designed to be a comfortable retreat where guests can unwind. We emphasize a friendly, approachable environment that makes Toptaste Restaurant an ideal choice for families, friends, and solo diners looking for a pleasant culinary experience.
Dedicated Culinary Craftsmanship: Our kitchen team approaches every recipe with precision and passion. We believe that the preparation process is just as important as the final presentation, and we work diligently to maintain high standards of consistency and flavor in everything we serve.
Community-Focused Hospitality: Being part of the Kingston community is central to our identity. We value the relationships we build with our patrons and aim to provide a consistent, reliable, and enjoyable dining experience that keeps our guests returning time and again.
Our Approach to Dining
At Toptaste Restaurant, we understand that the modern diner values transparency and authenticity. We do not rely on gimmicks or overly complex presentations; instead, we focus on the fundamentals of good food. Our menu is crafted to offer a variety of options that cater to different tastes, ensuring that there is something for everyone to enjoy. We pay close attention to the feedback from our guests, as it helps us refine our offerings and maintain the quality that our community has come to expect from us.
The culinary journey at our restaurant is one of continuous improvement. We are always looking for ways to enhance our service and refine our menu, keeping in mind the diverse preferences of our clientele. Whether you are a long-time resident of Kingston or just passing through the area, we invite you to experience the hospitality that defines Toptaste Restaurant. We are proud to be a part of the vibrant food culture in New York and look forward to serving you with the same dedication and care that we have maintained since our inception.
Visit Us in Kingston
If you find yourself in the vicinity of 446 Hasbrouck Ave, we encourage you to stop by and see what we have to offer. We believe that a great meal is best enjoyed in good company, and we are honored to be the setting for your next dining occasion. Our team is always ready to welcome you with a smile and a commitment to excellence. Thank you for considering Toptaste Restaurant for your next meal; we look forward to the opportunity to serve you and provide an experience that reflects our passion for food and hospitality.
We remain committed to our core values of integrity, quality, and community. As we look toward the future, our goal remains simple: to provide a consistent and enjoyable dining experience for everyone who walks through our doors. We appreciate the ongoing support of our patrons and look forward to continuing our journey as a staple of the Kingston dining scene. Whether you are planning a special outing or simply looking for a reliable place to enjoy a meal, Toptaste Restaurant is here to provide a warm welcome and a satisfying experience.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible seating
From the business
Identifies as Black-owned
Service options
Onsite services
Takeout
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Serves local specialty
Popular for
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Offerings
Comfort food
Quick bite
Small plates
Dining options
Lunch
Dinner
Counter service
Dessert
Amenities
Restroom
Atmosphere
Casual
Cozy
Trendy
Crowd
Tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free street parking
Usually plenty of parking
Menus
Main
Menu
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Beverage
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Reviews Toptaste Restaurant
E C
30-05-2026
Love love LOVE this place. Got a large fried chicken and beef patty with a can of iced tea for lunch - $14!! My coworker got the whole red snapper for $12. Each entree came with rice & beans, sweet plaintains and veggies. So much food, I have enough left over for dinner AND breakfast lol
Amy Silverman
30-05-2026
My husband and I just picked up a take out lunch from TopTaste. He got the jerk chicken and I got the fried chicken. Both lunches came with rice and beans, sauteed cabbage and fried plantains. We also got a side of mac and cheese. All of … More
Mike Madrid
30-05-2026
Crazy-good food! The owners are fantastic people and the feel of this place is unique. Would make this a must have stop!
Princess G.
30-05-2026
Had King Fish with rice and peas with cabbage and plantain. Worth the money food is amazing .
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Jane Davis
30-05-2026
I felt like I was in a neighborhood place in Jamaica where I used to go every Thanksgiving with my husband. I had the oxtails that came with rice and peas; plantains and slaw. Brought it home. A medium order is more than enough for 2 meals. Next time, goat curry. More
Jackie Gordon Singing Chef
30-05-2026
We were delighted! So many of my friends in the area recommend Top Taste and they always remark on how lovely the owners are. 💯 … More
kyle kelley
30-05-2026
Wonderfully satisfying and tasty food. Really nice and warm people too. I hope they are open 100 years from now, with great grandchildren maintaining the current standard. Go and enjoy. More
T.
30-05-2026
Tried Top Taste while vacationing this weekend. We got the curry goat, oxtails, and jerk chicken. They were all AMAZING! This is a must visit.
donald monroe
30-05-2026
I had the Goat Curry and it's fantastic, quite a few people I know love this place and it's their favorite.
Rob Klug
30-05-2026
Fantastic Jamaican food made with love. Jerk chicken - fish and beef patties all amazing. Nothing fancy just great food More
Frank P. Faluotico, Jr.
30-05-2026
My first stop but definitely not my last. The Jamaican jerk chicken was fabulous. Great service authentic Jamaican food with aromas that fill the place. Don't let the outside appearance fool you where this place lacks in size it makes up for in flavor.
Sarah Fisher
30-05-2026
Fantastic flavors! Fresh and cooked to perfection. Local family owned.
Order type
Take out
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$20–30
Recommended dishes
Curry Shrimp Dinner
Quentin Myers
30-05-2026
Everything was tasty, but the cabbage was superb!
Order type
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Food: 5
Service: 5
Seating type
Indoor dining area
Remidemic
30-05-2026
Quality food, quality service. Generous portions. Great location. Price is right. Only thing I regret is taking so long to walk in here. I had the oxtail with rice & peas & the steamed veggies. Poppin! Looking forward to trying the jerk chicken next time. Thanks Top taste!
Sarah Fisher
30-05-2026
Fantastic flavors! Fresh and cooked to perfection. Local family owned.
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Cashelle Rose
30-05-2026
A real community place with amazing jerk chicken. Smoked, crispy and juicy and tender at the same time. Spiced to perfection. More
Hans
30-05-2026
If you want authentic Jamaican cooking, without flying to the Caribbean, Top Taste in Kingston, NY, is as close as you're going to get. Stopped in recently for dinner and had the jerk chicken with rice & peas, which was bursting with flavor, and just the right amount of spice. The owners, who have done us the great favor of transplanting their store from the other Kingston, West Indies, bring the hospitality and warmth of the islands to every customer who walks in. They are also stocked with imported spices, snacks, and drinks to take home and enjoy. Top Taste is not to be missed.
Order type
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Chin Heirs LLC
30-05-2026
Fried shrimp. Jerk chicken. Mac n cheese. Awesome. Owners are friendly. Eat in or takeout. Very tasty. Food is always consistent. Hot. Fresh. Try top taste today. More
Jon Hester
30-05-2026
I love the authentic Jamaican food. It reminded me of the time I spent in Ocho Rios. The workers are friendly, professional, and make you feel like family. I highly recommend it.
C C
30-05-2026
We just had one of the best meals ever at Top Taste. You can smell the grill from the outside and once inside, the smells of the food are incredibly mouthwatering. We ordered the jerk chicken, curry chicken, beef patty, and jerk pork. The … More
Charisse L
30-05-2026
I love living so close to this place. I almost never want to move because I’d hate to not be walking distance from them anymore. The food is comforting, truly feels as if a friend has made you a meal. I highly recommended all their fish dishes! They buy them from the city fresh every morning!
Quentin Myers
30-05-2026
Everything was tasty, but the cabbage was superb!
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Oilda Barreto
30-05-2026
Authentic Jamaican in every which way. Don't go expecting anything fancy... But go to get good, spicy, humble deliciousness, saying "Mmm!" as you eat... More
Marissa Bowles
30-05-2026
Pretty good flavor and you have to get the extra gravy. I would say there was definitely more bone than meat and spice so that could be improved but overall a good meal More
Lainie Schleien
30-05-2026
one of the best hidden jems I have found! I have had this place saved as recommended from a local foodie and driving back down from the Catskills to the city I am so glad we stopped. We ordered one meal with curry goat and one with their … More
Dawn Iler
30-05-2026
All of the reviews are right! This place is a delicious hidden gem that deserves to be celebrated. The owners are super sweet and friendly. The food? So so good. The plantains were my favorite. We will surely be back! Thank you TopTaste! More
Trypp Adams
30-05-2026
The building is fairly simple and parking felt like a challenge to interpret the signs... it's also about 10 degrees warmer inside than out. All that considered, I'd put up with a lot more for another plate of curry goat. I wasn't expecting … More
Cece Louise
30-05-2026
Now there is Jamaican food and there is food that claims to be but doesn’t put in the hours or days into the layers of flavors. Let me start off by saying the shop is on an unassuming corner store which from the outside reminds me of London, but when you walk in you are hit immediately by spices, flavors and choice of stewed meats, fried chicken, and fish that honestly makes the only bad thing about the visit being choosing from the selection! Our server was so friendly and helpful, and talked us through everything and our options. I mean kindness AND great food, this is what is missing from the eating experience in America. I chose Jerk Chicken which comes with fried plantains, slaw and rice and peas. My friend had fried chicken, stew meat, with an impressive layered Mac n cheese.
We entered some type of numb bliss after eating and couldn’t leave this place for at least an hour lol. Not a coma, but the value for money and plate size which we didn’t even put a dent in might have something to do with it lol. Someone inject money into this restaurant (investors this is the one) and expand this place to be available in every city! My only complaint is you’re not on every corner, in every state. Thank you!
Order type
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Jamaican Jerk Chicken
Parking options
Free parking lot, Free street parking
Mathew
30-05-2026
Great friendly service. Felt like I was family. Food is excellent and flavorful. Not too spicy but just enough kick. Had Jerk chicken, ox tail, goat curry along with some sweet plantains, rice and beans and a beef patty as an app. Completely forgot to take pics of everything as we dived right into the food as soon as it was placed in front of us. The meat was Tender and flavorful, no fatty pieces .
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Nikki Pison
30-05-2026
Fabulous! Such nice people, and tasty, large portions for little $. Can’t beat it! Each serving was easily enough for two people, so we had lots of leftovers. They clearly care about quality, everything fresh and hot.
Jerk chicken and curries were the best. Can’t wait to go back!
Order type
Take out
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$10–20
Justin Scarbrough
30-05-2026
Up in the Catskills for a wedding this weekend. Made a pit stop in Kingston for some bites. Came across TopTaste and glad I did. Went a little crazy and got curry goat, jerk chicken, beef patties, and oxtail.
If you’re driving upstate, make the stop. The building looks like a Caribbean beach restaurant and matching charm inside.
Staff is very friendly and biz is booming. Did not have a line when there but it was a consistent flow. Good sign if you ask me!
Order type
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Curry Goat Jerk Chicken and Ox Tails, Beef Patty and Coco Bread
Recommendation for vegetarians
Highly recommend
Vegetarian offerings
Vegetarian menu or section
Vegetarian options
Breads, salads, and a few other sides like plantains and slaw.
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free parking lot, Free street parking
Parking
A few street spots and an old lot across the street on the side
Kid-friendliness
Fun for the whole fam
Wheelchair accessibility
I believe you can roll right in
Lorena Batres
30-05-2026
Absolutely delicious food! This is the best Jamaican food I've had. My boyfriend & I vacationed nearby for a week and came down to Kingston to eat here 2x!
We ate: jerk chicken platter, chicken curry platter, mac & cheese & beef patty.
Order type
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Curry Chicken, Beef Patties, Jerk Chicken and Rice Plate
Reviews Toptaste Restaurant