Most people might not think of porridge as Caribbean food, but Potluck Restaurant devotes a whole section of its menu to the lively Jamaican staple. With mix-in options such as hominy corn, peanuts, and fish, the hot corn porridge is just one of the traditional Jamaican recipes that the authentic eatery has been serving Canadian diners for more than a decade.

Other tropical dishes dishes range from beloved jerk chicken—smoked and glazed on the grill—to curried goat, oxtail, and a whole, pan-fried snapper served with bok choy. For carryout options, the curry-chicken roti wraps make for a good, portable option for eating while playing basketball on a lunch break.