Eat this: Jerk Chicken Roll with Boom-Boom Sauce at Evelyn & Olive

Eat this: Jerk Chicken Roll with Boom-Boom Sauce at Evelyn & Olive

Evelyn & Olive is a hidden gem of a restaurant in an unassuming building in the Edge District. The couple who owns it (from Jamaica by way of Brooklyn) serve Jamaican and Southern fare.

I've been several times, and I usually order the Black Bean Tacos (crunchy shell, combo of tofu and black beans, with kiwi salsa). Sometimes I want something different than gastropub fare. The tacos satisfied that craving and - bonus! - didn't make me feel like I needed to train for the St. Jude Marathon in order to make up for a rich, fried meal.

I hadn't been to Evelyn and Olive in a while, so when Twitterer @SarahBakerE suggested I do a post on the Jerk Chicken Roll with Boom Boom sauce, I took her recommendation and gave it a try.

The Jerk Chicken Roll, which is Evelyn & Olive's take on a grilled chicken sandwich, came out quickly and was served with a side of kettle potato chips. The chicken breast was coated with a jerk seasoning, the ciabatta roll was fresh and toasted, and the sandwich was dressed with lettuce and tomato.

Without the sauce, this sandwich would be fairly basic. It's a solid choice, though, if you're not in the mood for tofu and kiwi salsa. I'm glad for the recommendation, because it reminded me about Evelyn & Olive.

Hours:

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Friday: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Saturday: noon - 10 p.m.
Sunday and Monday: closed

Here's another I Love Memphis post on Evelyn and Olive. 

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