Why Locals Love Mama's Kitchen
Located on Bayford Road in the heart of Littlehampton, Mama's Kitchen brings an authentic taste of Jamaica to the UK with a vibrant and flavorful dining experience. Specializing in traditional Jamaican cuisine, this beloved restaurant invites you to immerse yourself in a world of bold spices, tender meats, and soulful comfort food cooked to perfection.
The menu is a treasure trove of Caribbean delights, featuring popular mains such as the iconic Jerk Chicken, rich and aromatic Curry Goat, and hearty Brown Stew Chicken. For seafood lovers, dishes like Brown Stew Fish, Steamed Fish, and zesty Escovitch Fish offer a true oceanic escape, each bursting with authentic flavors and expertly balanced seasonings. Sides like sweet and caramelized Plantain, crispy Fried Dumplings, and creamy, indulgent Macaroni Cheese round out the meal and create a satisfying, layered palate experience.
Customers rave about the quality and authenticity of the food — Josh Russell praised the "delicious" curry goat and jerk wings that surpassed his expectations, while Kerrian Adair highlighted the warmth of the welcome alongside the flavorful jerk and curry chicken. Many also appreciate the practicality of ordering ahead and the friendly, familial vibe embodied by the owner, who adds a personal touch that makes every visit extra special.
The atmosphere at Mama's Kitchen is as genuine as the food itself. Although primarily a takeaway spot, the sense of community and passion for genuine Jamaican cooking is palpable. The vibrant aromas of traditional spices and slow-cooked dishes invite you to savor every bite as if dining in a bustling Caribbean kitchen. Moreover, the reasonable pricing makes it a fantastic choice for families and groups wanting to indulge in a hearty feast without breaking the bank.
Whether you’re craving the tender, melt-in-your-mouth Oxtail, the spicy kick of Jerk Wings, or the comforting richness of Mac and Cheese, Mama's Kitchen promises a captivating culinary journey that captures the true essence of Jamaican cooking. For those seeking a bold, soul-satisfying meal and a welcoming community vibe, this Littlehampton gem is an absolute must-try.
Contact Mama's Kitchen at +44 7484 329614 to place your order and bring a taste of Jamaica right to your doorstep.
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What Makes This Place Friendly
- Kerbside pickup
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Delivery
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Casual
- Tourists
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Good for kids
Real Reviews from the Community
- Mar 12, 2026
We ordered Curry goat, chicken stew, plantain, mac and cheese, jerk wings, rice and peas and couldn't resist adding the guinness punch. Everything was delicious and exceeded expectation.
- Mar 12, 2026
Food is lovely and I enjoy the jerk chicken, curry chicken, curry goat and oxtail. I am yet to taste their brown stew chicken. There's nowhere to sit and eat, if there is I have not yet done so. Overall, would recommend, food taste good and the reception is positive and warm. Owner is lovely and a sister from my country. Definitely will go again.
- Feb 22, 2026
Ordered from here recently and I was very happy with the meal. The curry goat was tasty, not too much bone and not too spicy either. I particularly enjoyed their mac and cheese side and the fried dumplings were great too. Meal for 5 came to just over £65 which in my opinion is reasonable. Would certainly order from here again!
- Jan 8, 2026
Really delicious authentic food! My husband loves the goat curry (very tender) and the chicken curry is delicious Also the macaroni cheese is to die for! Easy to message and order ahead and the ladies are very friendly and welcoming!
- Dec 30, 2025
Literally the BEST Carribbean food I've ever had. I can't express how authentic the food is. Great value for money, friendly service with a smile. I can't fault anything about this joint.
- Dec 19, 2025
Probably the best Caribbean food I’ve ever had - and I’ve tried many places! Was such a treat to stumble upon Mama’s. Authentic food served straight from a family kitchen, what’s not to love? Me and my friend ordered three small portions of the oxtail, curry goat, and jerk chicken along with a side of fried wings and plantain, and it was more than enough gorgeous food. The oxtail was incredible, and I would also thoroughly recommend the goat curry as well. The rice and peas were perfectly cooked, and the portions were so generous - even though we only ordered a small! Would highly recommend!
- Dec 8, 2025
Some of the best jerk chicken I’ve eaten. Went for large jerk chicken with rice n peas and large curry goat, 2 pieces of fried chicken and a couple dumplings was all really good decent portions plently of goat in the curry. Owners were friendly let us sit and wait as we arrived early.
- Dec 8, 2025
Stunning food. I walked past the signs on the street and it instantly caught my eye, went home and ordered with my mum, and we absolutely adore mamas food!! The curry goat is so tasty, the rice and peas is so sweet and yummy. The Guinness punch is to die for! Proper soul food is hard to come by, but mama did it!
