“I was very pregnant while we were developing these recipes,” she said with a laugh. “We have one ultimate fish sandwich, and it’s this gorgeous piece of pan-fried mahi mahi with yummy ...

Bonney’s also had a special during my visit, a smoked adobo brisket ($22) — a take on the beloved Filipino dish that braises meat in a sauce of vinegar, soy sauce, peppercorns and bay leaves.

The area is filled with restaurants like Fred’s Downhome Burger, Master Burger, numerous fast-food chains, and A1 Burger; Tev’s home-style Jamaican dishes are a refreshing break from the usual.