Canje

From the menu to the decor, Canje is a celebration of Guyanese and Caribbean culture. Named after Guyana’s national bird, the Canje pheasant, the restaurant’s design makes you feel like you’ve landed in its natural habitat—think rattan chandeliers and chairs, bold prints and lush potted foliage. The menu is just as transportive, featuring spirit-forward and fruit-driven cocktails like Crushed Velvet (Santa Teresa, blackberry, raspberry and lemon) and vibrant, flavor-packed dishes. Start with the ceviche (sour orange, peanuts, sweet peppers and taro chips) and spiced Jamaican buns with the smoked cheddar cheese dip. For the main dishes, aka “suppa,” you can’t go wrong with West Indian curry, pepper fish or jerk chicken (fair warning: it’s spicy). Be sure to add a side of Guyanese roti—perfect for soaking up the curry. Whether it’s a birthday or major milestone, a meal at Canje feels like a celebration in itself.