Tru Jamaica in the spotlight
From our 2019 opening to the fire and our comeback, here's how local and Texas media have told our family's story. Media inquiries welcome — we love talking about Jamaican food, East Waco, and family business.
Tru Jamaica in the headlines
Real coverage from local and Texas media, newest first — from our 2019 opening through the December 2022 fire, the food-truck years, and our comeback.
From the Island to Your Plate
Wacoan's feature on Tru Jamaica — authentic Caribbean cooking and a warm family welcome in East Waco.
Read the story →Waco restaurant rises from the ashes after burning down 4 years ago
A feature on our reopening at 937 Taylor St after an $800K+ rebuild — powered by community and faith.
Read the story →24 Trendy Restaurants in Waco
Wanderlog names Tru Jamaica among Waco's trendy spots — a vibrant Jamaican eatery on Taylor Street.
See the list →Tru Jamaica reopens after three-year fire recovery
Coverage of our reopening after three years of rebuilding following the 2022 fire.
Read the story →East Waco's Tru Jamaica restaurant set for reopening
A look ahead to our East Waco reopening and what it means for the neighborhood.
Read the story →Owner of Tru Jamaica shares family's experience with Hurricane Beryl
Aniceto shares how his family in Jamaica weathered Hurricane Beryl.
Read the story →Your Building Is on Fire
Wacoan on how Tru Jamaica and Helberg Barbecue came back from devastating electrical fires.
Read the story →Baylor welcomes Tru Jamaica Restaurant to campus for spring semester
Baylor brings the Tru Jamaica food truck to campus for students, faculty, and staff.
Read the story →Tru Jamaica reopens as a food truck on Baylor campus after fire
After the fire, our family kept cooking — serving Waco from the food truck.
Read the story →Pair of Waco-area restaurants recovering after December fires
Tru Jamaica among the Waco-area restaurants rebuilding after the December 2022 fires.
Read the story →‘Down but not out’: Tru Jamaica finds temporary home on campus after fire
The Baylor Lariat on our move to a food truck on campus after the fire, with the community behind us.
Read the story →Fire ravages Waco's Tru Jamaica; rebuilding expected to cost $200K
The December 2022 fire that closed our dining room, and the road ahead.
Read the story →Owners hope to reopen after fire guts Jamaican cafe in East Waco
In the days after the fire, our family vowed to rebuild and reopen.
Read the story →Taste of Waco: Tru Jamaica
A "Taste of Waco" feature from the city's We Are Waco series, spotlighting the restaurant and our food.
Watch the video →Waco becoming restaurant melting pot
The Baylor student paper features Aniceto Charles Jr. and Tru Jamaica among the restaurants adding to Waco's cultural diversity.
Read the story →The Texas Bucket List: Tru Jamaica in Waco
Tru Jamaica featured on the statewide show spotlighting Texas's best eats.
Read the story →Tia Juanita's, Tru Jamaica both open in Waco this week
Our opening week in East Waco, covered by the Tribune-Herald.
Read the story →Tru Jamaica restaurant opens in Waco
Vivia and Aniceto Charles open Tru Jamaica in East Waco, welcomed by the community.
Read the story →From our kitchen
Recognized by our community
3,000+ Five-Star Reviews
Across Google, Yelp, and Facebook — earned one plate at a time since 2019.
Juneteenth Parade Business Marshal
Aniceto served as Business Marshal in Waco's Juneteenth Parade, representing East Waco's business community.
Baylor Waco Perks Partner
An official Baylor Waco Perks partner, serving students, faculty, and campus events year-round.
Licensed Commissary Kitchen
Certified by Waco-McLennan County Public Health to host and support local mobile food vendors.
East Waco Redevelopment
An active partner in East Waco's revitalization, invested in the neighborhood since 2016.
The Comeback Story
Featured in local media for rebuilding after fire and coming back stronger — powered by this community.
Media & Press Inquiries
Interviews, photo shoots, and features: email info@trujamaica.com or call (254) 304-9288.
