Hello

We are Maxine and Novlette, proud owners of Island Café Rock, located in Linden, NJ. Born and raised in Jamaica, we’ve spent over 20 years in the restaurant industry, sharing the flavors and hospitality of our island heritage. Over the years, we’ve operated restaurants in Brooklyn, NY; Upstate NY; and Morristown, NJ, always staying true to our roots and commitment to serving delicious food in a welcoming atmosphere.

The pandemic delayed our opening here in Linden and brought many unforeseen challenges. Despite these obstacles, we remain dedicated to our vision and to bringing our community together through great food and a warm, inviting space. To continue this journey, we are asking for your support to help us reach our goal of raising $50,000.

Your contributions will go directly toward stabilizing and revitalizing Island Café Rock. We would be deeply grateful for any support—whether through a donation, sharing our story, or offering a loan that we are committed to repaying.

If you prefer, checks or cash donations can be sent directly to our restaurant at:

Island Café Rock

515 East Elizabeth Ave

Linden, NJ 07036

Your generosity will help us cover operational costs, improve our capacity, and keep our doors open to the community we cherish so deeply.

With gratitude and hope,

Maxine & Novlette

Owners, Island Café Rock