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Restaurant 4.3· 23 reviews $10–20

Ryan's better taste

New Jersey, United States

Discover Ryan's Better Taste, a casual seafood and Caribbean restaurant in East Orange, NJ. Offers dine-in, takeaway, and delivery with family-friendly dining and live music.

4.3 / 5

Guest rating

23

Reviews

Restaurant

Cuisine

New Jersey

City

$10–20

Price level

Closes at 9:00 PM

Overview

About Ryan's better taste

Located in East Orange, New Jersey, Ryan's Better Taste specializes in seafood and Caribbean-inspired dishes, serving comfort food and small plates in a casual, trendy atmosphere. Guests can enjoy popular offerings like shrimp scampi, curry goat, and brown stew chicken alongside sides such as collard greens and rasta pasta.

The restaurant caters to various dining preferences with options for dine-in, takeaway, no-contact delivery, and traditional delivery services. It welcomes solo diners, families, and groups alike, featuring live music that enriches the dining experience.

A wheelchair-accessible entrance and car park enhance convenience, while free street parking is available nearby. Meals are priced between $10 and $20, with payment accepted via credit and debit cards.

Live music Comfort food Lunch & Dinner Family friendly Wheelchair accessible $10–20 price range Dine-in & Takeaway

Quick facts

  • 253 Rhode Island Ave, East Orange, NJ 07018
  • +1 973-704-3504
  • Accepts credit & debit cards
  • Delivery & no-contact delivery available
  • Free street parking
  • Good for kids
  • Black-owned business
Amenities & features

What's available at the restaurant

Grouped by category — each group lists what's available and what isn't at Ryan's better taste.

From the business

  • Identifies as Black-owned

Service options

  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Live music

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance

Offerings

  • Comfort food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates

Dining options

  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Counter service
  • Seating

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Family friendly
  • Groups

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • Credit cards

Children

  • Good for kids

Parking

  • Free of charge street parking
Hours

Opening hours

When Ryan's better taste is open during the week.

Closes at 9:00 PM

  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Wednesday 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Thursday 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Friday 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Saturday 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Sunday 11:00 AM - 08:00 PM
Location

Location & Nearby Places

Central New Jersey, with cafes, shops, and other restaurants within easy walking distance.

Reviews

Reviews for Ryan's better taste

What recent guests say after dining at Ryan's better taste.

4.3/ 5

Based on 23 guest reviews

Rasta Pasta Jerk Chicken Collard Greens Turkey Wings Mac N Cheese Oxtail Rice And Peas Catering Portions Food

Rating distribution

5 74%
4 9%
3 0%
2 4%
1 13%

KevLar Da Don

Jun 22, 2026

"This place is fantastic! The other day I tried, Ryan’s Better Taste, for lunch. It was a real treat! I had ordered their Brown Stew Chicken w/ Collard Greens, Rasta Pasta (instead of rice), & Baked Mac n Cheese. The stew chicken had great flavor and was extremely juicy. Loved the brown stew chicken. The collard greens were some of the best I’ve had in a while from a Caribbean place. They were tasty, tender, and just what I needed. The Rasta pasta tasted creamy and complimented the meal really well. I was surprised at how good the baked Mac n Cheese was. Usually at Caribbean places the “macaroni pie” is not typically tantalizing. It’s usually just plain tasting noodles and bland cheese baked together. Theirs was extremely flavorful and you can tell they put a lot of love into it! The lady who took my order was really nice, and attentive to my order. I can not wait to try this place again. I’d HIGHLY recommend, Ryan’s Better Taste, to anyone in the East Orange area and is looking for excellent Caribbean food!"

Jarred Scents

May 26, 2026

"Tried this yesterday before closing and I was a bit nervous but it quickly went away. I got jerk chicken with Mac & Collards and my boyfriend got Oxtail with Rice and Mac and there was truly no complaints. I’m always a little iffy with Mac and it was done perfectly. Very pocket friendly and the food was fire. Definitely trying something new next time."

michelle james

May 10, 2026

"My sister and i stopped by here and we were very satisfied with our purchase. My sister had the turkey wings, rice and peas, and collard greens 10/10. I had the jerk chicken wings, rice and peas, and mac n cheese. 10/10.The food was delicious, and the portions were generous. You get alot of bang for your buck, we will most definitely be back to try more of the menu."

Welton Corbin

May 02, 2026

"I know this husband and wife duo when this restaurant was just a vision-whwn they were catering-They like family to me.Best west indian/American food in NJ"

NLIS ESTATES BUILDERS [Pronounced: In·Lay]

May 02, 2026

"We have nothing else to say: except perfect food perfect service and perfect atmosphere. Families, Businesses (for Your catering) and Real brickzcity big city Repzent@Z. Feel free to stop by at Ryan’s better taste at the corner of Telford and Rhode Island Ave in illtown ;-) For those that know !!"

Amya Gilliam

Mar 01, 2026

"Amazing food. Very nice owner. Love it. Planning to come inside one day and meet her and thank her for the wonderful meals. I’ve had Oxtails from here 10/10. Also,Jerk chicken with Mac and Yams 10/10! Sides I’ve had: Rice and peas, Cabbage. 10/10!!"

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about dining and services at Ryan's Better Taste.

The restaurant offers a variety of Caribbean and seafood dishes, including shrimp scampi, curry goat, oxtail, and collard greens, along with comfort foods and small plates.

Free street parking is available close to the location, and the facility has a wheelchair-accessible car park for added convenience.

Visitors can choose from dine-in seating, counter service, takeaway, delivery, and no-contact delivery services to suit their preferences.

The venue includes a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking to accommodate guests with accessibility needs.

The restaurant is family-friendly and provides a welcoming environment suitable for kids and groups.

Orders can be made by phone or through supported delivery platforms, with options for contactless delivery to ensure safety.

Meals are generally priced between $10 and $20, offering a range of affordable choices for lunch and dinner.

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