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5 Rue Tiquetonne, 75002 Paris, France · Caribbean restaurant, Bar & grill, Caterer · Bonne-Nouvelle

Big Black Cook is a lively, small-footprint Caribbean spot in central Paris that wins on bold flavors, friendly service, and fast-moving comfort food, though crowds, occasional service lapses, and consistency complaints mean it’s best visited with realistic expectations.

Our take

Big Black Cook delivers strong food quality anchored by crowd-favorite chicken, plantains, and bowls that consistently impress across its diverse menu. Warm, attentive service and fair Paris pricing round out a reliable experience, though modest space comfort and occasional consistency gaps in execution prevent a higher tier.

One caveat: The dining room is small, so peak-time waits and a cramped feel come up often enough to matter.

Standout dishes

• Sweet Chicken
• Jerk Chicken
• Plantains

What people love

• The sweet chicken gets talked about like the house addiction: sticky, rich, and hard to stop eating.
• Plantains earn genuine affection, with multiple reviewers calling them the best part of the meal.
• People love the fast pace when it’s working, especially the short wait once seated.

Opening Hours

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