Caribbean Pleasure: Authentic Haitian Cuisine in San Diego

My review is based on take out. I’m from Haitian-Brooklyn. So I was nervous coming here thinking it wouldn’t be good. But the food was delicious. The staff is friendly and service was smooth. I ordered Griot and diri djon djon (fried pork and mushroom rice ) paid $30. It’s a lot of food. You won’t be mad I love the fact they fry the griot when you order and it’s not just siting in warmer. It tasted nice and fresh. They give a nice amount of sauce which was real tasty. The rice was full of flavor. They definitely have a the Haitian flavors. They have seating for those who wants to dine in. Looks quiet and clean. You have to go up the stairs to get into the restaurant. So if you drive by and don’t see much activity in front just keep that in mind. I will definitely be back.

Delicious food within walkable distance from home. Pleasure to try Haitian food. I got the jerk chicken and husband got the oxtail. Food was fresh and tasted authentic. The spices came together nicely in the jerk chicken and it gave the broth a kick which I liked. I would recommend this place and I like the Mom and Pop feel.

This restaurant is one of the best in town. The food has a unique taste. We, the whole family, ordered different food and had a taste from each other plate. We had fish, goat, chicken, plantain, and mixed rice. Everything was outstanding. The people are very nice. Highly recommended with five stars.

Everything we tried was amazing. My dad grew up in Haiti and he shared that the beans and rice tasted like home, and exactly how his mom made them! I can't say I have seen him this excited in a long time. We had plantains, Haitian spaghetti, and the jerk chicken with beans and rice. Along with a Malta and Passion fruit juice. The people were very kind and attentive. All food was very fresh and delicious. My niece who is often particular about what she will eat enjoyed the Haitian spaghetti. I loved the Haitian jerk chicken. If I had the room I would have eaten it all there. This in mind the portions were generous which aligns with the relative cost. When we went in end of July 23' the downstairs area was not open. They may have been doing some work or we just went in the wrong entrance to see this part. All of this to say I would call ahead to check as the stairs would have been tough for my grandmother who uses aids to walk sometimes. My pictures don't do it justice, I have a horrible camera for my phone. Also we got so excited by the aromas I forgot to take a picture until we had already begun digging in.

I adore this restaurant so much! No frills, straight to the point Haitian cuisine made with love! The husband and wife owners are so lovely and make you feel right at home. My favorite dishes to eat here are the Griot, Haitian Jerk Chicken and the Legume. Firstly, their Griot is so well prepared. You can just taste the labor of love that they put into the meal. You can taste that the meat has been cleaned properly, with citrus notes throughout. And the pork is seasoned and fried to perfection! Nice crispy exterior with the pork still juicy and tender. Perfection! The Haitian Jerk chicken was such a pleasant surprise! I expected something similar to how Jamaicans do theirs, but the version they serve here is more like a stewed chicken that is seasoned to the Gods! It's like something your mom would throw in the crock pot and let simmer for hours. MUST TRY! And lastly, the Legume stew was so rich and layered in flavor! Nicely seasoned cuts of meat, stewed in vegetables like Okra, carrot and other delicious components that made this stew amazing! All my side dishes were also tasty. Their rice and peas are almost a meal of their own, and the pikiliz always taste so fresh and tangy, with the perfect amount of spice. All in all, this is an amazing restaurant that I recommend to anyone. Your taste buds will thank you

Great food. The chicken was not dry at all, and the amount of rice I got was enough for 2 people. The passion fruit juice was super sweet.

Sooo good wow! Highly recommend this place. My first Haitian food experience and I’m so happy about it all. Everything was amazing. So fresh and made with love.

It was our first time to eat at this Haitian restaurant and we loved the food we ordered. We had the Bouillon soup and it became an instant favorite. We also had their fried plantains and pikilz and it goes really well with our food. We also had the jerk chicken and rice and beans and it's really really sumptuous and hearty. We will definitely come back.