DINING
Around The World Take an international culinary tour without leaving Gwinnett BY SUCHETA RAWAL
winnett is one of the most diverse counties in the nation, which is why you can find a whole world of dining options among our many restaurants. From Pakistani kebabs and African stews to Peruvian ceviche and Cuban sandwiches, you can take your tastebuds on a global tour at these affordable international restaurants around Gwinnett.
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Taste of Jamaica
Taste of Turkey
Located in a strip mall in Peachtree Corners, Kool Runnings offers authentic Caribbean flavors and a scrumptious Sunday brunch buffet. It is one of the best places in Gwinnett to try freshly made ackee and saltfish, a staple Jamaican breakfast. Looking for some more island flavor? Try the jerk chicken or curried goat at Jay's Caribbean Cuisine.
Green Olive Kabob House serves a large variety of flavorful Turkish, Pakistani, and Mediterranean dishes. The restaurant makes its own inaan—flatbread—as sides and in kebab wraps, and it’s delicious. It is also known for a variety of grilled and fried meats, such as beef seekh kebab, chicken tikka, and Lahori chargha chicken, which originates from the city of Lahore in Pakistan.
Taste of Bosnia
Taste of Africa
If you're looking for authentic homemade Bosnian dishes and pastries, Euro Gourmet has a small, family style restaurant linked to a European grocery store. For unique tastes, try the cevapcici (minced meat kebabs), sudzukice (spicy beef links), and palacincke (thinly rolled crepes with plum sauce).
Ike's Cafe & Grill comes alive on the weekends with crowds enjoying live music and delectable West African cuisine. If you are feeling adventurous, order banga soup (palm nut soup), nkwobi (a spicy cow foot delicacy), or Isi Ewu (a full head of goat). For more West African flavors, check out Honest Star Tropical Restaurant in Lawrenceville.
Kool Runnings Jamaican Restaurant
Euro Gourmet
Green Olive Kabob House
Ike's Cafe & Grill
Taste of Colombia
For the true flavors of Colombian home cooking, head to Trigos family-run restaurant and bakery. Start with a breakfast of Colombian coffee, homemade pastries, and bandeja—a platter with meat, eggs, plantains, avocado, and corn cakes. Other great options for Colombian food in the area are Las Delicias De La Abuela and Let’s Go Eat.
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Trigos Colombian Restaurant
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