Charcoal Grilled Jerk Chicken & Pork
North York's original jerk destination. Authentic flavours that will melt in your mouth — straight from the charcoal grill.
FLAVOUR
From a Closet-Sized Kitchen to Toronto's Favourite Jerk
In 1979, Mr. Jerk had its humble beginning in Toronto in the backroom of a small West Indian grocery chain called Linstead Market. The original restaurant was established in 1986 in a very small space in the Peanut Plaza in North York — so small that a Toronto Sun reporter described it as not much larger than a closet.
No one could have imagined what a phenomenon this little restaurant would unleash when they offered authentic Jamaican jerk products to Toronto for the first time outside of Jamaica. For over 40 years, Mr. Jerk's reputation has spread far and wide.
Is it any wonder why so many competitors have tried to imitate Mr. Jerk — but none have ever been able to duplicate them?
Our Meals
Prices subject to change without notice
Lunch
Mon–Fri · 10:30 AM – 3 PM
Tender jerk meat tucked into soft cocobread with Fresh Coleslaw and rich oxtail gravy — the best lunch deal in North York, comes with a pop as well!
A full Jamaican lunch — your choice of jerk pork, jerk chicken, curry goat, curry chicken, or stew chicken with coconut flavoured rice & peas, Fresh Coleslaw, a water, and oxtail gravy.
What People Are Saying
"This Jamaican spot has been my go-to for years. It's tucked inside the busy Peanut Plaza at Don Mills and Sheppard, a real hidden gem. The jerk pork is absolutely incredible — smoky, spicy, and perfectly charred. Huge portions too!"
"Absolutely delicious, enough for 2 people to eat plenty. Nice Fresh Coleslaw, easy to chew. The coconut flavoured rice and peas were cooked perfectly. Authentic Jamaican flavours you can't find anywhere else in Toronto."
"Best jerk pork in the city. Atmosphere hasn't changed in 30 years. Same retro look and feel. Love this place! The homemade hot sauce is legendary — I always ask for extra."
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3050 Don Mills Rd N · Peanut Plaza · North York · beside Pizza Pizza
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