This was my first time trying Haitian food and I was truly blown away. I mean I could keep coming…read moreback just for the Rasta Pasta. So let me back up. I am pretty picky food eater and trying new cuisines is an extreme sport to me, I almost always have a back plan to get Chicken Nuggets on the way back home. But it's safe to say the day I tried Haitian food at Gou Philly, no chicken nuggets were purchased. The place is super cute, located on North Philly in a strip mall so parking is available. The place has a VIP section and the walls have cute pictures of the owners family. We started with the jerk chicken wings, and meatballs in a plantain cup with spicy cabbage slaw. One bite and we were dancing to the rhythm of beat ! We absolutely loved the Rasta pasta and the chicken in curry sauce with rice. Needless to say we will be back for the food and warm service! Did I mention it was BYOB?

I really enjoyed the lemonade and mango refresher drinks. They're deliciously addictive! Rasta…read morepasta is amazing! Plantain cups--I sadly don't remember craving more. And of course, I love a Haitian patê. The only downside was the fried chicken on Fritay Friday. I love fried food, it was very overcooked--where was the meat? I would NOT get that again. Service was great and the experience was exciting. The guy serving us was more like a host--upbeat, funny, and welcoming. The space is nice. It gives more of a party/club atmosphere. Definitely more than I had expected from a restaurant in a plaza.

Class participants brought everyone Haitian pastries from Bakery Lakay. They were AWESOME! Beef or…read moreCod fillings. Crisp and flakey crust, and savory tender meatiness / fishiness inside! YUM! Can't wait to go and try more!

The patties are the best I've had in Philly. Flaky, crispy and well seasoned. The food is usually…read moregood, too, and the staff is very accommodating. The menu never includes seafood dishes when I go, which is typically after work on weekdays. They do offer seafood (conch; red snapper) on weekends. It's pretty much a take away spot, just a couple of tables in the small front area. Sometimes people come in and appear to cut to the front of the line, which is annoying when there is usually a wait for your order, even when you call ahead. Perhaps they call ahead and figure they get to skip to the front, but it makes it messy for customers who have been standing in line, despite calling ahead, to wait for their food. Their price point is good.

My evening was perfect in these beautiful surroundings. The dishes were wonderful, but Le Soleil…read moreRestaurant & Bakery earns loyalty through reasonable pricing and exceptional personnel. I consider this restaurant noteworthy. The kitchen produces great results. This restaurant deserves its packed house.

Great food, good customer service. I had their fried goat with plantain and chicken Haitian…read morepatties. The food was 100% authentic for a good price. I live in MD and there's nothing like this in the DMV. I will be coming back and telling everyone I know !

The atmosphere is for a more mature crowd but still very welcoming and cozy for events like a…read morecomedy show.

I had 2 book-signings at this place. The food is good, atmosphere cozy and the music is always…read moretight. Dr LaRose is personable and worked with me when I started my poetry venue here back in 2006. I have attended many a birthday party here as well as Oldies nights. Nice place.

Me and my husband drove 90 minutes from North Jersey. And when we stepped in the restaurant the…read moreambience, the décor and lovely aroma captured me right away. It took me to tropical location immediately. The owner and his wife were so pleasant and he walked through the whole menu and made great suggestions. We got the Oxtail, fried pork, black rice, rice and beans, macaroni and cheese, creamy corn bread. The complimentary chicken Patty was delicious, so flaky, so light. We ordered additional 4 patties to go. Everything was so fresh. Everything was so seasoned. It was so good. We finished everything and ordered an additional meal to go. We definitely recommend you come out and try if you're in the area or don't mind the drive.We're certainly looking forward to his future location in central jersey **fingers crossed** Will definitely be back

Tastes like home ! Tastes just like my grandmother made it , bless her soul. So glad to have found…read morethis place . Highly. Recommend .

THE BEST FOOD EVER! I wish this restaurant was next to…read morehome. I ordered every single day via DoorDash when I stayed at the Showboat Hotel. My food was soooo AMAZING that my friend tried it and had to order as well. I had legume twice, fried snapper, stew goat, black rice, Rice, and peas and fried plantain. THE BEST BEST BEST BEST BEST HAITIAN FOOD THAT I've Had In Jersey Thus Far.

Quick stop here for some to go orders. I believe to go is…read morethe only option because the chairs were stacked up on the tables when we reached. Food took a while so it would be best to order ahead of time here. We had some wings and banan and tassot. For a $15 plate of tassot, the quantity was definitely not worth it. The wings, pictured, were tasty. Ok spot, a little pricey so be prepared.

10/10 spot!!! Great food & lovely vibes. (Make sure you got money money to spend tho lol)…read more This was my second visit(Feb 2025 + June 2025) and they didn't not disappoint each time. Received great service from the server Michel who took my order ahead of time on the phone(keep in mind he mostly speaks creole and limited English but is super sweet and tries his best)... Also interacted with Ketchry who was helpful with the WiFi password and translating for me. They have free parking. No outdoor seating. The place is kept very neat and aesthetic. Met two lovely visitors: Roudy & Joy who added to great experience and they frequently dine here on a weekly base and also had great reviews to share about their experience.

If you like Haitian Caribbean cooking or have yet to try it, this place should be on your list! The…read moreGriot (Fried Pork) was delicious, served with some of the best Black Rice I've had in a long time. Their prices are well worth the serving size. They also paid attention to detail in my order where I needed things substituted or omitted. This is a significant component of a restaurant's overall service.

Great Food, Great Location, Great People…read more The food is great and always hits the spot when I need a taste of home! The people are friendly, fast, and clean. What more could you ask for? Stop by if you love Haitian food or just need a new food experience!

Being half Haitian I always look forward to sampling foods from Haiti as often as possible. The…read moregrigot and the black rice are my favorite. And they do have many other traditional dishes and stews. Their service is always friendly.

Wanted to like this place but they didnt have alot of the items advertised, ready for take out…read more Very nice and accommodating but wouldnt go back

Baked turkey wings were dry and overcooked, baked mac n cheese was hard, flavorless and there was…read morebarely any cheese. Potato salad was watery and had an odd, sweet flavor. The collard greens tasted as if they were cooked in plain water. This place lacks every ounce of soul and I was very disappointed with the quality of food they're serving. Please do not waste your money in a place that obviously doesn't have a passion for soul food preparation.