- Please note if you have an allergy: all orders are cooked in an area that contains all ingredients and no delivery orders are free from allergens. If you require more info please check the Restaurant Info at the top of this page.
- Please be aware that due to current circumstances, this site is operating on reduced open hours: Weds & Thurs - 4pm-9pm, Friday - 4pm-10pm, Saturday- 2pm-10pm, Sunday - 2pm-9pm
- Adults need around 2000 kcal a day
About Turtle Bay - Colchester
Caribbean cooking is all about unique west indian spices, mixed with flavours from all around the world, to create truly unique food that’s great for sharing or keeping to yourself! cool cooking with hot flavours
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Curry Goat
597 kcal
£15.00Trini Curry Chicken
678 kcal
£14.70Mo'Bay Plant-based "Chicken"
£14.50Jerk Chicken Breast
327 kcal
£14.50Brown Chicken
806 kcal
£14.70Mac & Cheese + Jerk Chicken
659 kcal
£14.50Seafood Soul Bowl
1336 kcal
£16.00Jerk Pork Belly
1248 kcal
£17.00Beef Cheek Stew
735 kcal
£16.00Curry Goat Hash
1184 kcal
£16.00
✨Bundles✨
Indulge in our special bundle for two, featuring a delicious blend of flavours with both vegan and non-vegan options!
Vegan Bundle
Enjoy our flavoursome bundle for two with a succulent vegan jerk chicken, hearty vegan chickpea curry and small plates of appetizing sweetcorn fritters and plantain.1522 kcal
£34.00VeganClassic Bundle
Enjoy a flavorful feast for two with our special bundle! Savour the rich taste of our succulent Jerk chicken breast, Curry Goat, small plates of Mac & Cheese, and our new Jerk corn on the cob.1485 kcal
£34.00
🍗STARTERS & SMALL PLATES🍗
Known as ‘cutters’ in the Caribbean - tasty small plates served from beach shacks & street vendors all over the islands. Perfect as a starter or to share.
Garlic Flatbread
Fire-grilled until light and fluffy, topped with garlic butter.293 kcal
£5.50VeganCrispy Chilli Squid
Strips of squid, marinated, crumbed & crisped, with mango mole & mild jerk mayo449 kcal
£7.90Dairy freeGarlic Pit Prawns
Inspired by Jamaican pepper prawns - whole king prawns, chilli & garlic butter with grilled roti782 kcal
£7.90PopularMac 'n' Cheese Bites (v)
Crispy balls of fried macaroni cheese topped with sweet chilli mango mole478 kcal
£6.80VegetarianSweetcorn Fritters
Crunchy on the outside, fluffy on the inside - sweetcorn, onion, & chilli fritters, topped with mango mole259 kcal
£6.80VeganJerk Pit Wings
Fresh chicken wings, marinated in our homemade rub, chargrilled, & topped with fiery jerk gravy734 kcal
£7.30Gluten freeRum BBQ Wings
Crispy, breaded chicken wings fried ‘til perfectly golden, topped with rum BBQ sauce836 kcal
£7.29Dairy freeAckee & Saltfish Roll
Inspired by the national dish of Jamaica. Tender ackee and flaky saltfish, wrapped in roti, mild pepper salsa£7.00Dairy free
🥘WEST INDIAN CURRIES🥘
Slowly simmered, rich in flavour, & uniquely Caribbean. Served with coconut rice & peas.
Curry Goat
Tender goat marinated in toasted aromatic spices, green seasoning & scotch bonnet597 kcal
£15.00PopularTrini Curry Chicken
Marinated chicken thighs with a tropically sweet mango, coconut, garlic678 kcal
£14.70Gluten freeBrown Chicken
Marinated chicken thighs, slowly braised with onion, a blend of spices and tomatoes for a deep and rich flavour. With sweet plantain and coconut rice & peas806 kcal
£14.70Gluten freeBeef Cheek Stew
Our take on a classic oxtail stew, slow cooked and served with creamy mashed potatoes or coconut rice and peas - the ultimate comfort dish735 kcal
£16.00PopularCurry Chickpea & Callaloo
Rich curry packed with greens and chickpeas, slowly simmered in a creamy coconut sauce with aromatic spices.594 kcal
£14.00
🔥JERK PIT🔥
Marinated for 24 hours in our aromatic spice rub, fire-grilled & basted to bring out the unique flavours – the ultimate Caribbean BBQ. Served with slaw & either coconut rice & peas or spiced fries.
Mo'Bay Plant-based "Chicken"
Plant base "Chicken", topped with our signature creamy and mildly spiced Mo’Bay Sauce. With sweet plantain and coconut rice & peas or spiced fries. The sauce contains cream.£14.50VegetarianJerk Chicken Breast
Succulent marinated & chargrilled chicken breast topped with our rich jerk gravy327 kcal
£14.50Gluten freeJerk Pork Belly
Succulent marinated & chargrilled pork belly topped with our rich jerk gravy. Served with our rich jerk gravy, roasted greens & choice of side.1248 kcal
£17.00Rum BBQ Ribs
Slow roasted and falling off the bone. Whole rack of fire-grilled pork ribs, covered in our rum BBQ sauce. Served with pineapple chow and either coconut rice & peas or spiced fries.728 kcal
£18.00Dairy freeMo'Bay Chicken Breast
Chargrilled chicken breast topped with a mildly spiced, creamy sauce & served with sweet plantain462 kcal
£14.50Gluten freeJerk Lamb
Tender lamb rump steak marinated, fire-grilled and slow roasted. Served with our rich jerk gravy, roasted greens & choice of side.794 kcal
£19.50Jerk Chicken Half
Smoky, chargrilled half chicken covered in our rich jerk gravy, with hints of thyme, allspice & scotch bonnet897 kcal
£15.70PopularJerk Sharing Platter
A combination of our favourite jerk dishes, ideal for two to share. Half Jerk Chicken, half rack of BBQ ribs, jerk sausage, coconut rice & peas, spiced fries, & slaw.2735 kcal
£32.00Mo'Bay Chicken Half
Classic jerk chicken, topped with our signature creamy and mildly spiced Mo’Bay Sauce. With sweet plantain and coconut rice & peas or spiced fries£15.70Gluten freeJerk Plant-based "Chicken"
Marinated plant-based “chicken” breast, chargrilled & topped with our rich jerk gravy. Served with pineapple chow394 kcal
£14.50Vegan
😋SOUL FOOD😋
Made with the same love that cooks in the Caribbean put into everyday meals.
Seafood Soul Bowl
King prawns, squid, & salmon in a mild and creamy coconut sauce. with coconut rice & peas and roasted greens.1336 kcal
£16.00Mac & Cheese + Jerk Chicken
This is mac & cheese on another level - indulgently cheesy, pure good mood food, topped with pulled chicken & jerk gravy.659 kcal
£14.50PopularCurry Goat Hash
Rich classic curry goat, mashed spiced fries topped with crispy fried eggs & pickled veg1184 kcal
£16.00Gluten freeKingston Fried Chicken + Mac & Cheese
Tender chicken thighs marinated in coconut milk, spices & seasoning, fried ‘til crisp & golden. Served with slaw & mac & cheese768 kcal
£14.50Mac & Cheese
This is mac & cheese on another level - indulgently cheesy, pure good mood food.517 kcal
£13.50VegetarianKingston Fried Chicken + Spiced Fries
Tender chicken thighs marinated in coconut milk, spices & seasoning, fried ‘til crisp & golden. Served with slaw & spiced fries815 kcal
£14.50Dairy freeMac & Cheese + Jerk Bacon
This is mac & cheese on another level - indulgently cheesy, pure good mood food, topped with bacon & jerk gravy.763 kcal
£14.50
🍔🥙BURGERS & ROTIS🥙🍔
Flame-grilled, juicy burgers on brioche buns or soft, golden roti filled with tender jerk chicken or sweetcorn.
Vegan Motherclucker
Fried “chicken” style patty, stacked with smashed avo & jerk tomato sauce645 kcal
£13.30VeganShack Stack Burger
Fully loaded with a juicy beef patty & jerk bacon, smothered in melted cheese, with jerk tomato sauce & jerk mayo976 kcal
£13.30Hot Chick Burger
Golden & crispy fried chicken & a kick of hot sauce for a fiery, flavour-packed burger515 kcal
£13.30Dairy freeFresh Roti - Sweetcorn
Packed with crispy sweetcorn fritters, smashed avo, pickled veg, crunchy lettuce, mango mole, & jerk mayo. Served with slaw and fries763 kcal
£13.30VeganFresh Roti - Jerk Chicken
Succlent pulled jerk chicken, smashed avo, pickled veg, crunchy lettuce, & Jerk mayo. Served with slaw and fries562 kcal
£13.30
🥗Sunshine Salads🥗
Buddha Bowl Chicken
A vibrant combination of fresh, wholesome ingredients. Plantain, corn on the cob, roasted greens, avo, tomatoes, seasonal leaves, mixed beans, creamy dressing, & coconut rice & peas topped with pulled jerk chicken.1008 kcal
£14.00Gluten freeBuddha Bowl Plant-based "Chicken"
A vibrant combination of fresh, wholesome ingredients. Plantain, corn on the cob, roasted greens, avo, tomatoes, seasonal leaves, mixed beans, creamy dressing, & coconut rice & peas. Topped with plant-based "Chicken"1097 kcal
£14.00VeganBuddha Bowl Halloumi
A vibrant combination of fresh, wholesome ingredients. Plantain, corn on the cob, roasted greens, avo, tomatoes, seasonal leaves, mixed beans, creamy dressing, & coconut rice & peas topped with halloumi slices.1181 kcal
£14.00Vegetarian
🍟SIDES🍟
Sweet Plantain
Island life is better with plantain to share.275 kcal
£3.90Spiced Fries
Crispy, skin on & tossed in our spice mix.291 kcal
£4.00Dumplings (Festivals)
Dumplings, fresh to order, perfect for mopping up.491 kcal
£3.50VeganMac ‘n’ Cheese Side
This is mac & cheese on another level - indulgently cheesy, pure good mood food.254 kcal
£4.50Coconut Rice 'n' Peas
Basmati rice & peas, coconut milk, scotch bonnet & thyme.206 kcal
£3.50Grilled Halloumi
Thick halloumi slices, grilled with jerk sauce.388 kcal
£4.90Sweet Potato Fries
Rough cut sweet fries.307 kcal
£4.30Jerk Corn on the Cob
Fire grilled corn on the cob, with spiced garlic butter.307 kcal
£3.90VeganSlaw
Sliced white & red cabbage & vegan jerk mayo.193 kcal
£3.30VeganRoasted Greens
185 kcal
£3.50Creamy Mash
155 kcal
£4.00
🍪DESSERTS 🍪
Indulge in our tempting treats and sweet endings, the perfect finish to any meal.
Salted Caramel Chocolate Brownie
The ultimate indulgent treat318 kcal
£6.00VegetarianCheesecake
Buttery toffee cheesecake, topped with a vibrant mango coulis.593 kcal
£5.70Vegetarian
🍷🍺ALCOHOL🍺🍷
Turtle Bay Pale Ale (440ml)
Zesty lager made especially for us in by Drygate Brewery.£4.95VeganTurtle Bay Pils 440ml
Brewed to our recipe by Drygate, an easy drinking IPA.£4.95VegetarianInch's Cider (440ml)
A lightly sparkling cider with a fresh apple aroma£4.95VeganCarib Lager (330ml)
£4.95Vegan
🥤SOFT DRINKS🥤
Ting
53 kcal
£2.50VeganOld Jamaica Ginger Beer Can (330ml)
66 kcal
£2.50Coca Cola
139 kcal
£2.50VeganDiet Coke
1 kcal
£2.50Vegan
