Welcome to Jay's Latin Kitchen (formerly JesseJay’s Latin Inspired Kitchen), proudly serving the Best Tacos in Maryland. Explore our menu and enjoy our award-winning Latin-inspired cuisine. Order online or reserve a table today!

Reservations are for inside tables only and are recommended. Outdoor tables and bar seats are first come, first served.

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Our current hours are:

Tues - Thurs 11am-8pm

Fri-Sat 11am-9pm

Sunday Brunch 10am-3pm

🌞Introducing

Sunday brunch

at Jay’s Latin Kitchen

Join us every Sunday for brunch at Jay’s Latin Kitchen—where bold Latin flavors meet your favorite brunch vibes.

🕙 Hours: Sundays from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Seating: Indoor dining + our outdoor pavilion at El Swampo

We’ll be serving a brunch-only menu during these hours, so come ready to enjoy something a little different (and delicious 😉).

📅 Upcoming Schedule

We will be closed on Sunday, April 19, but plan to be open all other Sundays from 10am–3pm for brunch.

Whether you're craving something sweet, savory, or a mimosa (or two 🍊🥂), we’d love to have you join us.

👉 Reserve your table and come brunch with us!

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👕 New merch just dropped…

Fresh Swampo spring colors are in 🌿☀️
AND… Jay’s tees featuring a super cute coquí frog on the back 🐸💚

All sizes available now—perfect for patio season 🙌

Come grab yours before they&r

🎉 7 YEARS… and we’re ready to celebrate BIG! 🎉

We couldn’t have made it here without YOU 💛
Our amazing community, our crew, and everyone who’s supported us along the way—this one’s for you 🙌

Join us Thursday

📣 An important brunch update…

We officially launched brunch this past Sunday (4/5) and are so excited to continue offering it every Sunday from 10AM–3PM 🥂🍳

However, we’ll need to be closed for brunch on Sunday, 4/19.
Our chef

🍫 Take a look at our latest homemade flan…

Introducing Choco-Flan 😍

Layers of rich chocolate cake, silky vanilla bean flan, topped with chocolate whipped cream and chocolate shavings…

A true party of flavors in every bite ✨

💬 Who

About our Food

We serve fresh, delicious Latin foods and drinks inspired by our Mexican and Puerto Rican heritages. Some of our favorites are Mofongo, Braised Short Rib, Cuban Sandwich & Steak tacos - just to mention a few.

The Menu

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Jesse Burger - Customizable Latin Flavor

Jay's Guac & Chips - Fresh Flavor Fiesta

Carnitas & Short Rib Tacos with Spicy Pineapple Margarita

Churrasco with Cilantro Chimichurri and Side Salad

Mofongo with Grilled Shrimp and Rice & Beans

Jay’s latin kitchen Catering

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In it’s first five years, Jay’s Latin Kitchen (formerly JesseJay’s Latin Inspired Kitchen) has won over 30 awards:

What’s Up? Media Best of Annapolis 2024 - Best Ethnic Fusion Cuisine
Capital Gazette Best of Anne Arundel Dining 2023: 3 Wins - Best Chef, Best Bartender, Best Takeout; 5 Honorable Mentions Best Burger, Best Cocktail, Best Food Truck, Best Latin, Best New Restaurant
Nextdoor Neighborhood Favorite 2020 & 2023

Best of the Bay - Bay Weekly 2021: 6 awards including Best Restaurant, Best Margaritas, Best Take Out, Best Wait Staff, Best Bang for your Buck, & Best Mexican Restaurant!
Best of the Bay - Bay Weekly 2020: 10 awards including Best Restaurant, Best Take Out, Best Outdoor Dining, Best Cocktails, & more!
Next Door App - Neighborhood Favorite
What’s Up Annapolis - Best of 2020: Best New Restaurant 2020
Chesapeake Family Life - 2020 Family Favorites: Best Place for Date Night
Eat This, Not That - Best Tacos in Every State: Best Tacos in Maryland
Best of Bay - Bay Weekly 2019: Best New Restaurant, Best Margarita, Best New Bar, Best New Business

Have questions or feedback? Contact the chef here.