Food
Entrees

Oxtail
Select cuts of beef oxtail slow-braised for hours in a rich natural reduction with butterbeans and allspice.OUT OF STOCK$29.00
Curry Goat
Bone-in goat meat slow-stewed in yellow curry gravy with potatoes.$25.00
Half Jerk Chicken
Half a jerk chicken marinated in scotch bonnet and pimento.$18.00
Jerk Snapper (Small)
Whole snapper marinated in our signature jerk seasoning for a bold, smoky finish.OUT OF STOCK$32.00
Jerk Snapper (Medium)
OUT OF STOCK$38.00
Escovitch Snapper (Small)
Crispy fried whole snapper smothered in a seasoned pickled vinegar dress of carrots, onions, and scotch bonnets.OUT OF STOCK$34.00
Escovitch Snapper (Medium)
OUT OF STOCK$39.00Large Snapper
OUT OF STOCK$65.00XL Lobster
OUT OF STOCK$85.00XL Snapper
OUT OF STOCK$75.00
Tapas
Brown Stew Snapper
$15.00
Curry Lobster
Succulent lobster gently simmered in a velvety curry sauce infused with aromatic herbs and warming spices.$15.00
Curry Shrimp
Tender shrimp simmered in a fragrant curry sauce with fresh herbs, garlic, and bold spices.$12.00
Curry Mussels
Fresh mussels simmered in curry coconut sauce infused with aromatic herbs and warm spices.$9.00
Salmon Bites
Bite-sized salmon, lightly seasoned and seared, finished with a signature house glaze.$12.00
Jerk Wings
Crispy chicken wings coated in a bold jerk seasoning.$12.00
Chicken Patties
3 mini flaky pastries filled with savory seasoned chicken, onions, herbs, and spices.OUT OF STOCK$9.00
Beef Patties
3 mini flaky pastries packed with richly seasoned ground beef, herbs, and spices.OUT OF STOCK$9.00
Oxtail Fried Rice
Savory wok-fried rice loaded with pulled oxtail, sweet carrots, peas, scallions, and spices.OUT OF STOCK$16.00
Jerk Lamb
Perfectly grilled lamb seasoned with our house jerk blend, delivering a bold balance of smoky heat and savory richness.$14.00
Cabbage
Crisp cabbage lightly sautéed with julienned carrots, onions, and mild spices.$8.00
Plantain
Ripe plantains fried until caramelized and golden around the edges.$5.00
Mashed Sweet Potato
Velvety mashed sweet potatoes, lightly seasoned and whipped until perfectly smooth.$7.00Spinach & Butter Beans
Fresh spinach lightly sautéed with tender butter beans, garlic, onions, and herbs.$10.00Charred Broccolini
Roasted broccolini finished with garlic-infused olive oil, sea salt, and a hint of citrus.$7.00Sautéed Okra
Fresh okra lightly sautéed with onions and signature spices.$7.00
Gungo Peas & Rice
Fragrant rice simmered with tender gungo peas, coconut milk, fresh herbs, and spices.$9.00
White Rice
Fluffy steamed long-grain white rice infused with thyme.$5.00Jerk Fries
$8.00Festival
Sweet Jamaican fried dumplings with a golden, crispy finish.$7.00Ackee & Saltfish
Tender ackee sautéed with flaky saltfish, onions, tomatoes, sweet peppers, and fresh herbs.$15.00lobster & shrimp fried rice
$25.00
Dessert
Catering
The Lime (Serves 8-10)
A complete Port Royal spread made easy. Includes 1 standard entrée tray, 2 side trays of your choice, 24 Maroon Bites, and 1 Caesar salad. A simple, well-rounded selection for sharing.$315.00The Yard (Serves 8-12)
More variety for the table. Includes 2 standard entrée trays, 3 side trays of your choice, 24 Maroon Bites, and 1 Caesar salad. Designed for groups who want a little more of everything.$525.00Royal Spread (Serves 18-20)
The full Port Royal spread for larger gatherings. Includes 3 standard entrée trays, 4 side trays of your choice, 50 wings, 48 Maroon Bites, and 2 Caesar salads. A generous selection with plenty to share.$995.00Oxtail Tray
Select cuts of beef oxtail slow-braised for hours in a rich natural reduction with butterbeans and allspice.$225.00+Curry Goat Tray
Bone-in goat meat slow-stewed in yellow curry gravy with potatoes.$195.00+Jerk Chicken Tray
Jerk chicken marinated in scotch bonnet and pimento.$145.00+Brown Stew Chicken Tray
Tender chicken braised low and slow in a deeply savory brown sauce with onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, and fresh herbs.$135.00+Curry Chicken Tray
Tender bone-in chicken slow-simmered in a rich, aromatic curry sauce with potatoes, fresh herbs, and spices.$135.00+Oxtail Fried Rice Tray
Savory wok-fried rice loaded with pulled oxtail, sweet carrots, peas, scallions, and spices.$120.00+25 Jerk Wings
Crispy chicken wings coated in a bold jerk seasoning.$75.0050 Jerk Wings
Crispy chicken wings coated in a bold jerk seasoning.$140.0025 BBQ Wings
Crispy chicken wings tossed in a rich, smoky barbecue glaze.$70.0050 BBQ Wings
Crispy chicken wings tossed in a rich, smoky barbecue glaze.$130.00Saltfish Fritters
Golden, crispy fritters made with seasoned saltfish, herbs, and spices.$65.00+Maroon Bites
Handcrafted plantain dumplings, golden fried and served with a signature dipping sauce.$55.00+Beef Patties
Flaky pastries packed with richly seasoned ground beef, herbs, and spices.$50.00+Chicken Patties
Flaky pastries filled with savory seasoned chicken, onions, herbs, and spices.$50.00+Gungo Peas & Rice Tray
Fragrant rice simmered with tender gungo peas, coconut milk, fresh herbs, and spices.$65.00White Rice Tray
Fluffy steamed long-grain white rice infused with thyme.$45.00Fried Cabbage Tray
Crisp cabbage lightly sautéed with julienned carrots, onions, and mild spices.$55.00Fried Plantains Tray
Ripe plantains fried until caramelized and golden around the edges.$55.00Mashed Sweet Potato Tray
Whipped mashed sweet potatoes, lightly seasoned.$60.00Spinach & Butter Beans Tray
Fresh spinach lightly sautéed with tender butter beans, garlic, onions, and herbs.$65.00Rainbow Carrots Tray
A vibrant medley of sweet rainbow carrots sautéed in olive oil with fresh herbs and spices.$60.00Caesar Salad Bowl
Crisp romaine lettuce served with shaved Parmesan, garlic croutons, and Caesar dressing on the side.$55.00
All hours
| Sunday | 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm |
| Thursday | 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm |
| Friday | 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm |
| Saturday | 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm |
Restaurant info
Port Royal Tapas and Cocktails is a Caribbean restaurant and upscale lounge in Washington, D.C., serving bold island flavors, handcrafted cocktails, and a high-energy nightlife experience. Perfect for lunch, happy hour, and late-night dining, we offer a relaxed yet stylish atmosphere for any occasion. Looking for the best Caribbean food in DC, a spot for after-work drinks, or a late-night restaurant? Port Royal delivers with great food, strong cocktails, and a vibrant vibe.
Location
1118 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001


