I was in town for work and I always plot my meals ahead of time. I was thrilled to find a Haitian…read morerestaurant as it's rare to find here in the west coast. I ordered a chicken dish, pikliz, and something else. I should have known by how empty it was. I had to climb stairs to get to the restaurant and there was no elevator present. I took the food to go...I got to my hotel room and opened the food and tasted it. It was a hard no...there was way too much salt. The pikliz was just okay but not what I was expecting. Luckily I'd stopped at another place to pick up dinner and ended up eating that early. It's hard when you've had outstanding Haitian food and go somewhere and it's not what it should be.

My review is based on take out. I'm from Haitian-Brooklyn…read more 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.

Amazing! Food was very tasty and cooked right at the front of the restaurant by the owner and chef…read more We ordered Griot with rice and beans, goat with djondjon (mushroom) rice and oxtail with white rice. Also tried the passion fruit juice. The whole family loved it! They were welcoming and helped my son to complete his project on Haiti with additional cultural knowledge.

So glad that they have a brick and mortar. Yes it's in DTLA and the area may scare away some. Yet…read moreI am sure that was also the issue early on in the revitalization of the downtown LA area. Think Cara Cara, Perch and even neighborhood surrounding Bottega Louie in their infancy in LA That being said you are doing yourself a major disservice if you don't stop by and order GREAT Haitian food. What sets Haitian food apart from Caribbean food as a whole are the combination of spices and delectable flavors. Black Mushroom Rice (Djon Djon). Griot (Fried. Pork chunks). Think Cuban Masitas but with much more flavor Banan Peze (Fried Plantains. But with more flavor than the tostones you may be used to) The food here is well prepared and authentically Haitian. You want good Caribbean food come here. No lie. It's located in an historic building. Original, yes old red leather seats, vintage ceiling fans as well as old wooden tables. But it provides a charm and a window to the heyday of the area. We had our food to go and were not disappointed when we arrived home to finally sample it Salmon, Griot, Pate, "Saus Pois Avec Du Riz Blanc" (Beans cooked to a sauce with white rice) another Delicacy If you call yourself a foody take the time to stop by. You won't be disappointed

The place is not real. No one is picking up and the address is bringing me to a fake back-ally…read moresuite nonsense. I drove an hour from LA and it does not exist. No signage or nothing. Do not waste your time coming here. Better off getting a tutorial from YouTube and make your own haitian food.

First let me start my saying I was very eager to try a Haitian meal from this place. My husband…read moreplaced multiple orders.He went to pick up the meal and was told the food would be ready at 12:15. He then was asked to wait another 20 mins which he was ok with because good food takes time to make. After waiting he was then told that the meals would have to be cancelled. He insisted that he would wait because he had already invested his time... only for the smallest serving of griot and white rice with subpar flavor. Save your self the trip this place is not worth it.

I ordered takeout online. I got the oxtail; it was succulent and juicy. I got plantains (nice and…read moresweet!) and greens. The plate worked so well with the rice and beans. I also got the jerk chicken. I wasn't a fan of the spices (too spicy) and the chicken was dry. I wish the chicken was on the bone. Lastly, I tried the beef patty. The crust could have been flakier but the beef was well-spiced and worked with the spicy but fruity hot sauce. Jamaican/Carribbean food is very hard to come by in CA, so I would certainly do another takeout for this special food.

Excellent Food I loved it…read more I will be back and order extra food to go I told all my friends and family

Love coming to this restaurant. I've been to a lot of them, but if you're looking for originality,…read moreexcellent food, great customer service and a family friendly environment, then this is the place to come. Always 10/10 on everything, no matter what day or time you choose to come!!

I experienced excellent customer service, but the food was a bit hit-or-miss for me…read more Starting with the highlights, the Jamaican beef patties were fire. I honestly wish I had ordered more than two. The fresh juices were also a standout; the Pineapple Ginger and Hibiscus were both spot on. Even the imported ginger beer from Kingston was really good. The jerk wings were absolutely delicious, and those small bread rolls (similar to cornbread muffins) were super tasty. The peas and rice and the plantains were also on point. Now for the downsides, the oxtails were disappointing. They weren't very meaty, and at $35 a plate, I expected more than mostly bones. I did get one decent piece, but overall it didn't feel worth the price. The vegetables were also bland. Dessert was another letdown. The sweet potato pie wasn't sweet enough and had an overpowering nutmeg flavor. The cobbler was undercooked, the crust was raw and inedible, and the peaches tasted like they came straight from a can. Overall, a mixed experience, but I'd still come back for the patties, wings, and fresh juices.

AMAZING food. I had the chicken white meat dinner plate & not even half way thru I am SO full -…read morehuge portions & such flavor! also, I am not an onion fan at all BUT the spicy onions here are amazing with the beans & rice. for my first time having Belizean food, I have fallen in love. great service & a very clean and welcoming space. I look forward to returning. thank you Indy & Akeem!!

The best staff that anyone can ask for, I've been going here for 20+ years. They always make sure…read morethat they don't cut the portions short as well and that's important for a Belizean restaurant.

Vibes are great! Open, casual, caribbean dive feel. Couple booths with pillows that are super…read morechill. Simona was our server and she was fantastic! Checked on us regularly with a great attitude. Drinks were fast and she was sweet!

Simona took amazing care of us!! We had a great time grabbing drinks and apps here, would…read moredefinitely come back for the great vibes and good service.

After a work conference, headed to Santa Monica for some R&R! A short walk away, through Yelp,…read morefound this pretty little gem. Walked right in and snagged a chicken enchilada and tostada combo! Sat on the patio and listened to reggae for a late solo lunch. Omg so good. I inhaled the enchilada, stuffed full of pulled chicken with a lovely citrusy spicy sauce that took me back to the island, mom. Don't sleep on the watermelon guava juice! So good! No alcohol but that's ok! Come here. Get some. Life is too short for boring food! Relax a moment and let the flavors take you on a little adventure.

The atmosphere is a mix of Caribbean and Latin vibes, exactly like the cuisine! They have big…read morelotería cards on the table tops with Virgin Island/Bahamas license plates and colorful details all over the restaurant. It's not overdone, the colors and details are just right :) We were greeted and helped promptly. Although it was our first time and we had many questions, the lady was patient and had all the answers. We got the coconut fried chicken (1/4) and the cha cha chicken (1/4). Bathroom is around the back. The covered outdoor eating area has total island vibes. I will be back any time I'm in the area. So delicious!

I've been on the hunt for authentic Caribbean food, especially Jamaican cuisine since moving to Los…read moreAngeles from New York and found my spot here. Delivery order included the oxtail platter, beef patties, and jerk chicken. Oxtail Platter: The oxtail was perfectly tender and juicy....and yes, got in the bones! The platter included steamed cabbage and vegetables with the bonnet peppers adding an extra kick to the flavors. I was surprised that the rice and peas were not mushy based on other spots I've ordered from so was pleasantly surprised. Beef Patties: Believe homemade and definitely not a Gold Krust type (IYKYK) of pastry aka not dry. Beef was juicy and the pastry was flaky with crunch and retained the flavors. Jerk Chicken: Chicken was tender and meat fell off the bone. The platter also included the rice and peas (red beans). Each platter included festival bread which helped to sop the juices. Hands down, the best Jamaican restaurant in the area based on my previous experiences.

I ordered jerk chicken with rice & peas unfortunately I was given brown stewed chicken, rice is so…read moresweet like honey. Like how much sugar can you add in a pot of rice. In addition, I repeatedly said " No Sweet Plantains" there they are first thing when I open my plate. Service was fast, the place is quiet. It offers both indoor and outdoor seating. This is NOT authentic Jamaican food. Bouka's still better sorry:

Ricardo is one of the owners great spot very affordable friendly staff good food if you love spice…read moreit's for you also wide variety of drinks highly recommended!!!

I stopped by to compare this spot's Jerk Chicken and Oxtail combo to my usual favorites. While, I…read moreinitially eyed the $17.99 Jerk Chicken, I opted for a combo instead. Fair warning: with tax and a 3.5% card fee, the total hit $38.34. It felt astronomically high, but I decided to bite the bullet and see if the food lived up to the price. The jerk chicken was a total knockout. I asked the chef for his recommendation on white vs. dark meat, he jokingly told me he makes both taste good -- he wasn't lying. It was fall off the bone tender with a nice spice profile that is a absolute must order. The oxtail wasn't very tender, though I had to work a bit with my plastic fork to scrape the meat off. It was good, but considering the price point. I'd probably skip it next time in favor of more chicken. The rice and beans were perfectly fluff, and the plantains were plump and delicious (though you only get two!) The atmosphere is as authentic as it gets. Between the Jamaican Patois spoken by the staff and the Bob Marley and Usain Bolt decor, you really feel transported. If you're looking for legit flavors, this is the place -- just be mindful of the combo pricing! Di Jerk Chicken Tun Up!