Bajan (Barbadian) Food in NYC
Barbadian cuisine — known as Bajan food — is a hidden gem in NYC’s Caribbean food scene. While not as widely available as Jamaican or Trinidadian food, the Bajan spots that exist serve authentic island flavors that transport you straight to Bridgetown.
Must-Try Bajan Dishes
- Cou-Cou and Flying Fish — Barbados’ national dish, cornmeal and okra with fried flying fish
- Fish Cakes — Fried saltfish fritters, a beloved snack
- Macaroni Pie — Bajan-style baked macaroni and cheese
- Pudding and Souse — Sweet potato pudding with pickled pork
- Cutters — Bajan sandwich with salt bread and filling
