Best Jamaican Food in Los Angeles

Jerk chicken, oxtail, and dumplings — made by hand in L.A.

Wah Gwaan Jamaican Kitchen & Bar - Crenshaw

Location 4371 Crenshaw Boulevard, A Los Angeles, CA 90008 Phone +13234032050 Hours Sunday: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Monday: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

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Right in the heart of South LA

We're on Crenshaw Boulevard, steps from Leimert Park Plaza and Da Poetry Lounge — one of LA's most celebrated cultural corridors.

Real Jamaican food, made with love

Every plate is hand-prepared using authentic family recipes. Guests keep coming back for the jerk chicken, oxtail, and island beverages.

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A spot built for good times

Sports on the screen, a welcoming atmosphere, and generous portions that hit every time. Come hungry, leave happy — this is Crenshaw's Jamaican kitchen.

A taste of Crenshaw

Find our other location too

Wah Gwaan also serves the San Pedro community near the LA Waterfront. Two neighborhoods, one family kitchen — always the same love in every plate.

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