A Caribbean restaurant is set to open in Round Rock in the next few weeks, bringing cuisine and culture from the region.

About the business

Island Riddim Jerk & Grill will open in the University Commons retail center near the northwest corner of I-35 North and University Boulevard mid-October. The restaurant will combine Caribbean cuisine, such as it's signature jerk chicken, oxtails, curry and familiar favorites like barbecue.

About the owners

The restaurant is locally owned by husband-and-wife duo Dianne and Wayne Anderson, who are from Jamaica. Wayne will be the chef at Island Riddim once it opens, Dianne said.

Previously, the couple operated a Jamaican and Caribbean franchise restaurant in New Jersey, called Golden Krust. The pair moved to Texas to be closer to their adult childr

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