Hours
| Tuesday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 10 AM–8 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 44768 Woodward Ave, Pontiac, MI 48341
Phone: (248) 775-5621
Website: https://puravidajamaicancostaricancuisinemi.com/
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Reviews
Harold PK
I’ve driven past by this location countless times. Often my curiosity tugged my shirt tails like a child wanting candy. I’ve held back because the location & appearance just were not the appealing. Fortunately I was refreshed with the clean & cozy themed atmosphere.
I wanted to try something different and that it was. In terms of impact & flavor impact Indian is the closest, hence often “West Indies” with a dash African spirit. I sampled the goat curry with regional rice & macaroni salad. Wow was this great! Just eat slowly as goat bones don’t fall off easily.
If you’re looking for something more authentic with some grit give Pura Vida a go. My only regret is having not gone sooner.
… moreI wanted to try something different and that it was. In terms of impact & flavor impact Indian is the closest, hence often “West Indies” with a dash African spirit. I sampled the goat curry with regional rice & macaroni salad. Wow was this great! Just eat slowly as goat bones don’t fall off easily.
If you’re looking for something more authentic with some grit give Pura Vida a go. My only regret is having not gone sooner.
Mark Thomas
24° F, windy with snow flurries. A good day to psychologically visit Jamaica, if only for 45 minutes.
Having dropped a rider off across the street, the trip was quick. Finding a place to park is harder. When pulled in there were two vehicles parked behind the building with room for just one more, mine. One could probably parallel park two more along the fence ……
This is a cozy place on Woodward. There is seating for just 16. I was the only one eating in at 12:30 p.m. though there were several orders picked up while I was there. In more tolerable weather, there is seating outside. But not today.
The two women working were friendly, jovial even. It almost felt like eating in someone’s living room.
There were four $10 lunch specials listed, jerk chicken, curry chicken, oxtail & goat but they were out of oxtail at the time. Jerk chicken is personal favorite so I went there.
The meat was fork-tender. The rice & beans delicious & the fried plantains decadent. (I’d have walked miles to eat fried plantains) Watch out for small bones in the chicken, though.
… moreHaving dropped a rider off across the street, the trip was quick. Finding a place to park is harder. When pulled in there were two vehicles parked behind the building with room for just one more, mine. One could probably parallel park two more along the fence ……
This is a cozy place on Woodward. There is seating for just 16. I was the only one eating in at 12:30 p.m. though there were several orders picked up while I was there. In more tolerable weather, there is seating outside. But not today.
The two women working were friendly, jovial even. It almost felt like eating in someone’s living room.
There were four $10 lunch specials listed, jerk chicken, curry chicken, oxtail & goat but they were out of oxtail at the time. Jerk chicken is personal favorite so I went there.
The meat was fork-tender. The rice & beans delicious & the fried plantains decadent. (I’d have walked miles to eat fried plantains) Watch out for small bones in the chicken, though.
Carter Johnson
The jerk chicken paired perfectly with sweet plantains and the passion fruit juice was refreshing and delicious. The staff had a warm and welcoming energy that made the meal even more enjoyable. The food and the atmosphere truly left a great impression.
… moreAlexandra Renny
We came for date night and it’s so intimate and cute. We tried the fish tacos, jerk chicken, and fresh squeezed juices and everything was incredible. I can’t wait to go back!
… moreBellah P
Definitely a smaller business but the food is delicious. When I was ordering the Spanish plate I generally thought I was getting rice and a side of beans with the steak LMAO but I can see the Jamaican influence in Caribbean influence. By the way it’s made and it’s delicious. I did ask for the gravy over my rice which I didn’t get so I was a little sad. Everyone seems really friendly definitely worth trying and they have lunch specials between 10 and $15 between 1130 and one.
… moreSarah
10/10 definitely coming again!! The Jamaican fried rice is sooooo good!! And the macaroni pasta salad is perfect!!
… moreFJ1967
“Pontiac’s new gem of a restaurant”. Try it you will be glad you did! A++ amazing FRESH food!! cute place, nice owners. Look forward to going again and bring friends, and going down the menu for all the great choices! Support small business! UPDATE April 2024 I’ve ate here a number of times a year for the last 4 years never disappoints or the staff . You can eat outside in the summer. They now have a bakery and cafe as 2nd location just north of here. Also excellent
… moreCarrington “the_ambiguous_vagabond” Davenport
I was recommended this place while here for work. I’m glad that I came! The Jerk chicken plate with a side of Plantain was an awesome combo & washed it all down with a Passion fruit juice! The staff had a wonder loving spirit about them & so did the food!
… moreTenacious Dennis
Fantastic place. I arrived just after opening and had the Jerk Chicken as recommended by the waitress. (She said that it was what most people wanted when they came in.)
Checking to make sure I could handle it, she asked if I wanted it spicy. I was confident and agreed.
I was half way through the meal when the heat really hit me and I started pouring sweat from my head. Fortunately for me, the macaroni salad was just the right thing to cool down the spice. The cabbage and rice were a good combination with the chicken.
I think the problem was that I ate a whole pepper during my gestation of the chicken. But it was worth the pain.
Definitely authentic Caribbean cuisine.
I’m sure I will return some time to try their agua frescas and other dishes- maybe even some of their desserts.
… moreChecking to make sure I could handle it, she asked if I wanted it spicy. I was confident and agreed.
I was half way through the meal when the heat really hit me and I started pouring sweat from my head. Fortunately for me, the macaroni salad was just the right thing to cool down the spice. The cabbage and rice were a good combination with the chicken.
I think the problem was that I ate a whole pepper during my gestation of the chicken. But it was worth the pain.
Definitely authentic Caribbean cuisine.
I’m sure I will return some time to try their agua frescas and other dishes- maybe even some of their desserts.
ilsa 4
I got the fish salad with the snapper and it was very good. The girl working inside was super nice and professional. The restaurant was clean. Definitely coming back!
… more