Description
Happy Time Food Mart is located at 3200 Elm Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23704, United States. Specializing in Caribbean cuisine, it has attracted 878 reviews. Featured dishes include Oxtail Rice and Peas with Macaroni Cheese, Curry Goat, Stew Chicken, Red Snapper, and Jerk Chicken with Rice and Peas and Macaroni Cheese. This venue experiences peak wait times of up to 15 minutes throughout most of the week during lunch and early evening hours. It's a vibrant choice for those wanting authentic Caribbean food with a comprehensive selection of hearty, flavorful meals.
Amenities
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Fast service
- Serves local specialty
- Solo dining
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Assistive hearing loop
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Comfort food
- Healthy options
- Vegetarian options
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Table service
- Restroom
- Accepts reservations
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Good for kids
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Parking
FAQs
(1) What are the opening hours of Happy Time Food Mart?
If you're planning a visit, Happy Time Food Mart is open during these times: Monday - Friday (10:00 AM - 08:00 PM), Saturday - Sunday (11:00 AM - 08:00 PM).
(2) Where is Happy Time Food Mart located?
You'll find Happy Time Food Mart at 3200 Elm Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23704, United States, in a convenient and accessible area.
(3) How can I contact or make a reservation at Happy Time Food Mart?
For bookings or questions, simply reach out to Happy Time Food Mart at +1 757-606-2545.
(4) When is the best time to visit Happy Time Food Mart?
If you're planning a visit, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday usually offer a nice balance - there's some activity, but it rarely feels overwhelming.
Reviews (878)
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Don't skip this spot! Holy smokes, the food is absolutely delicious and authentic! We ordered the jerk chicken (10/10), stew chicken (10/10), curry shrimp (10/10) yellow rice, rice and peas, cabbage and mac and cheese (unbelievable flavor)- this was perfect home-cooked, comfort food on a rainy, cold day! We will be back! Try it all, you can't go wrong. Service is quick and with a smile!
Jerk chicken is always a great choice. Sometimes the sauce can be spicy, however I love it. You can get it on the side. The sides are always flavored well. Absolutely do not forget the cornbread. It is hitting on all cylinders!! I've tried other things and I have no complaints here. They have Jamaican drinks as well. Stop in and give it a try I definitely recommend!
Everything was well seasoned. Even the rice. The stew chicken was juicy! It tastes like it was marinating. The green beans were perfectly salted. The mac and cheese looked good. I'm going to have to try that next time
I saw this place on TikTok and headed over the next day. I ordered a large portion for lunch (which was way too much food), . I ended up getting three meals out of it. Four pieces of jerk chicken (all thighs) a very large portion of delicious rice and green beans. The jerk chicken was a little strong, but it was really good and the baked the green beans were delicious. Its a small shop, not much on atmosphere but the people were friendly and they handle your order quickly. Price was fantastic for the amount of food I got. I’ll be going back very soon. I want to try their mac & cheese next time.
A hidden gem. My sister recommended this place and I was very happy with my oxtails and jerk chicken. The owner was very nice and gave me a healthy portion. Great authentic flavor
Great place to get authentic Island take-out. The Oxtail is definitely on the money. If love good Jamaican eats this is the place to try. You can thank me with a thumbs up. Enjoy.
I JUST SHIFT TO PORTSMOUTH VIRGINIA FEW DAYS AGO SO I WAS SEARCHING FOR FOOD AND I FOUND THIS PLACE MY GOD BEST FOOD IN PORTSMOUTH VIRGINIA GOOD QUALITY FRIENDLY SERVICE ALL DISHES ARE AWOSOME SPECIALLY JERK CHICKEN AND YELLOW RICE SO DEFINITELY I RECOMMENDING THIS PLACE TO ALL MY FRIENDS HERE THANKS SO MUCH HAPPY TIME FOOD MART
Passed by a few times and wanted to stop. Friend said goooooooo! So I popped in for the Jerk chicken, green beans and yams. Y'all....... it was so much food and tasted wonderful! I'll be back!