Curry & More: 24-Hour Roti Fix in Nieuw Nickerie
A no-frills curry stop on Emmastraat that keeps the kitchen open around the clock.
Why Go
In a town where most kitchens shut by 9pm, Curry & More is the place locals remember at midnightΓÇöwhen the craving for a proper plate of Surinamese-Hindustani curry hits and nowhere else is answering the phone.
The Experience
Nieuw Nickerie sits deep in Suriname's rice belt, and the town's food scene leans hard into the Hindustani heritage of the surrounding farming villages. Curry & More lives right in that tradition: a compact, unpretentious eatery on Emmastraat where the aroma of masala, garlic, and slow-simmered kip (chicken) pulls you in from the street. Expect a casual, order-at-the-counter vibe rather than a sit-down restaurant experienceΓÇöthis is somewhere you come for the food, not the ambiance. Portions are generous, prices are keyed to local wallets, and the fact that they run 24/7 means it doubles as a lifeline for late-arriving travelers off the Guyana ferry, night-shift workers, and anyone who has just finished a long drive down from Paramaribo. Call ahead on +597 860-8473 if you want your order ready to grab and go.
What to Try
Go straight for a classic roti kipΓÇösoft, pliable dhalpuri roti wrapped around curried chicken, potato, kouseband (long beans), and a scoop of tangy amsoi or masala aloo. If you want to explore beyond roti, ask what curries are on that day; bara (savory split-pea fritters) and a cold Parbo beer or a fresh dawet make the meal feel complete.
Insider Tip
Nickerie's Hindustani cooks tend to bring the heat, so if you don't want your face melted, ask for it 'zonder peper' (without pepper) and request the fiery madame jeanette sauce on the sideΓÇöyou can dial the burn up one dip at a time.
The Practical Stuff
Address: Emmastraat, Nieuw Nickerie (plus code W2R5+WHP). Phone: +597 860-8473. Hours: reportedly open 24 hours dailyΓÇöstill worth a quick call late at night to confirm the kitchen is actively cooking rather than just taking orders. Payment is safest in Surinamese dollars cash; card acceptance in Nickerie is patchy. Takeaway and delivery within town are the norm; seating is limited, so plan to eat back at your guesthouse or on the Bendrede riverfront.
Pair It With
- 101 Suites Guide — A convenient Nieuw Nickerie stay just minutes awayΓÇöhandy for grabbing a late roti and walking it back to your room.
- 4x4xJankie Guide — Rent a 4x4 here and you can fuel up on curry before heading out to explore the rice polders, Bigi Pan, or the Corantijn riverfront.
- Aanansi ATV Tours Guide — A dusty morning ripping through Nickerie's back trails pairs perfectly with a hearty curry lunch to refuel afterwards.