. "3"^^ . . "1"^^ . "Breadfruit filled a vacuum in Phoenix by creating authentic Jamaican food and drink for a downtown that has suffered from a dearth of interesting restaurants. \n\nWe ate there once several months ago. In fact, I think it was their first week open for business. My girlfriend and I were impressed, and did come back, even though their tasty veggie meat was out of stock, and couldn't make us the veggie meals we came seeking that day.\n\nFast forward to last weekend. Some friends scored four Diamondbacks tickets, and I thought, since we'll have some drinks at the stadium, why not try Breadfruit again? We could take the light rail, and it's only two or three blocks from the light rail station.\n\nWe brought a six pack of Red Stripe to complete the experience, and it was a delight to be back. We saw one of the owners, who we recognized and liked when we met her, but didn't see her partner, who is the cook and is Jamaican. Our friends were impressed by the food, which held it's own.\n\nWe had fish escovich, jerk chicken, coconut curry tofu and side orders of plantains. All hits. Everything was cooked to order, and impressed our friends. The steamed veggies and rice and beans on my plate were delicious, and complimented my coconut curry tofu (it's actually a little more like seitan). Their BYOB policy worked well, as we were able to finish off a six-pack and get back to the light rail to head to Chase Field.\n\nGood people, excellent food and an ambiance that is worthy of a downtown Phoenix revival. Good work, Breadfruit. I wish others would take your lead."^^ . "3"^^ . . "2009-06-16T00:00:00"^^ . "4"^^ .