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Kerry’s Jamaican Restaurant Celebrates Grand Opening in Tamarac with Ribbon-Cutting, Food and Community Support

by David Volz March 20, 2026

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Kerry’s Restaurant in Tamarac. {David Volz}

Kerry’s Jamaican Restaurant celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting and party on March 19.

The Tamarac North Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce hosted the event, bringing together members of the Tamarac Commission, community leaders, restaurant staff, and family members to celebrate.

Chamber Executive Director Peter Mason said he was glad that Kerry’s had opened in Tamarac. “We’re thrilled to support this new local business,” he said.

Mayor Michelle J. Gomez led the ribbon-cutting and praised the new restaurant. “I want this new business to be successful,” she said.

Before the ribbon-cutting, guests were treated to food samples, including Jamaican favorites such as jerk chicken, fried chicken, jerk pork, oxtail, and more.

Kerry’s Jamaican Restaurant Celebrates Grand Opening in Tamarac with Ribbon-Cutting, Food and Community Support 5

Kerry’s Restaurant in Tamarac. {David Volz}

Kerry’s Jamaican Restaurant is located at 8425 West Commercial Boulevard. Business hours are Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

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David Volz

David Volz has worked as a writer in South Florida for 35 years. He has written for the Sun-Sentinel, Hollywood Gazette, School Transportation News, South Dade News Leaders, Observer among others. He has an MA in Communications from Florida Atlantic University and a BA in Communications from Valparaiso University. Volz teaches Communications at Miami Dade College and Palm Beach State College. He lives in Coral Springs and enjoys running and participating in 5Ks and half-marathons.