Jamaican cuisine spread
Est. Los Angeles

Real Jamaica
Flavor on
Every Plate

From the heart of Crenshaw to your table — bold jerk spices, slow-smoked meats, and recipes passed down through generations of Jamaican tradition.

100%
Authentic Recipes
Fresh
Local Ingredients
Love
In Every Dish
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Chef preparing Jamaican food
Jamaican jerk seasoning blend
Dining atmosphere at Bouka's
Jamaican meal on a plate
Our Story

A Taste of Home,
Right Here in LA

Bouka's Jamaican Restaurant was born from a simple belief: that the bold, soulful flavors of Jamaica deserve a place at the table in Los Angeles. Every recipe in our kitchen carries the warmth of family gatherings, Sunday roasts, and the kind of cooking that makes you feel like you've come home.

Our jerk seasoning is a closely guarded family recipe — a blend of scotch bonnet peppers, allspice, thyme, and pimento that has been perfected over generations. We dry-rub our meats and let them marinate for at least 24 hours before slow-grilling them to smoky, caramelized perfection.

Located on the vibrant Crenshaw Boulevard, we've become a beloved gathering place for anyone seeking an authentic Caribbean experience — from longtime Jamaican residents to food lovers discovering the magic of island flavors for the first time.

Family
Recipes passed down
through generations
Fresh
Locally sourced
ingredients daily
This Week

Today's Specials

Our chefs craft these specials using the freshest ingredients available each day — a rotating celebration of Caribbean flavors that keep our menu alive and exciting.

Jerk platter special
Chef's Special

Jerk Platter for Two

Half jerk chicken, half jerk pork, served with rice & peas, festival, plantains, and coleslaw. Perfect for sharing.

Weekly
Oxtail special
Weekday Special

Oxtail Bowl

Our signature braised oxtails over rice & peas, topped with crispy onions and a side of callaloo. Available Mon–Fri.

Mon–Fri
Seafood special
Weekend Special

Seafood Boil

Shrimp, crab, lobster, and fish seasoned with Caribbean spices, served with corn on the cob and potatoes. Weekends only.

Weekends
Get in Touch

Visit Us

We'd love to welcome you. Stop by for dinner, call to place an order, or reach out with any questions.

Our Location

1527 Crenshaw Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90019

Phone

(323) 413-2059

Call us for reservations or catering inquiries

Hours

Monday – Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Friday – Saturday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Sunday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Send Us a Message

Have a question, want to plan a catering event, or just say hello? We'd love to hear from you.

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