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This is the first time I've had Haitian food. Now I am hooked. The owner is very friendly and personally brings out the food to you. We have been here twice . The first time my wife just ordered wings and fries and she loves the BBQ sauce. The chef also came out and gave a sample of the Griot. I was sold. Told him I'll come back to get the Griot. Went again just today and fulfilled my promise. The Griot plate is amazing! The salty fried pork with the spicy slaw is a great combination. The coconut flavored rice and plantains made a great compliment. Lastly the Mac salad gives it a creamy taste. I haven't tried any Haitian place to compare to but when I do try other places they have to stand up to this place. I highly recommend it.

Okay. If I'm going to tell my story I'm going to tell it to it's entirety! I honestly was not looking to eat anything from a food vendor tonight. I was going to eat raising cane and honestly it was because I wanted to drink thier lemonade and because I was going to be there grab food after a LONG day of work. As I was about to turn into raising canes by residence in I see. That all the food truck vendors were still opened for business. So instead I went straight and parked on the side. I walked the whole walkway, there was about 5 vendors BUT the pictures of the food looked so good I decided I'm going to get their shrimp or lemon pepper wings. They didn't have shrimp tonight so they made my decision a lot more simpler honestly and I wanted the lemon pepper wings plate that came with rice. They ran out of rice so I opted in for fries instead. MY FRiENDS get there fries! It wasn't oily, it was crispy and not soggy and just heaven! He gave the box to me still opened because it was fresh of course (I'll attach picture) and I ate a couple of fries and didn't dissapoint! Then I ate into my wing................perfection. I just was so impressed! Not only was the food good, the service was excellent. I'm going to assume that was the owner that came out with the food, he was amazing and made everyone feel good. The one customer in front of me stood there and talked stories for a while and she kept repeating how much she was amazed with the customer service which is the second reason I decided to eat here! I happen to stumble on them by pure accident, but they gained a new customer. And one day I'm going to bring my other half here and I'm going to try the shrimp(hopefully they got the rice) and he's going to try that plate that had different meats on it! PS I couldn't wait to eat the food I ate it in my car and now I'm content and I still got my lemonade! Lol

As a Haitian-American visiting Honolulu, for the first time, I am always in search of Haitian food. This place is the REAL DEAL. And the food is sooooooooo FRESH. I had red snapper and the oxtail was PHENOMENAL. We ordered Haitian patties and it was good. Love the food. The staff were GREAT.

As a Haitian person, I've been craving a taste of home while visiting Hawaii. I was worried that, so far from home TK's would lack the ingredients for an authentic Haitian dish. However, I had nothing to worry about. We had the griot (pork) and oxtail plates- excellent. The rice had a subtly perfect coconut taste, the pikliz ( pickled slaw) was spicy enough to add a flavorful kick, and the banan peze ( fried plantains) were crispy and warm. A delicious meal and friendly team!

Community, I never do this, because I really try to support Caribbean owned businesses, but some things are unacceptable. I just had an experience with Tasty Kreyol food truck that was completely insane. I placed an order and was quoted 10-15 min. We were packing the car after the Hispanic Heritage Month event, so I went to get my food about 30-35 min later. I go to the window and I see the young man hand out an order to someone who ordered after me. I ask him about my order. He said they were going to start working on it now. I asked how that was possible if it had been more than 20 min past what he quoted me. I asked him if he forgot to put my order in and he admitted he had lost the ticket, but they would start a new order now. He went back in before I could respond and I waited. By the time it was 15 min past, I went to the window to just tell them to forget it, I wanted a refund. When I get to the front of the line and go to ask for the refund, he hands me the box. I tell them I want a refund and said the wait was ridiculous. A woman in the truck said "There's a line. What do you want me to tell you" in a *very* dismissive voice. I tell the young man I'm also a food vendor, and when the business makes a mistake, it's on us to rectify it with the customer. Then a man from inside who identified himself as the young man's father, starts screaming at me from inside the truck, saying they're not giving me shit and there's a line, and so what. At this point I'm completely in shock and I go and tell my husband what's going on, and this man comes out of the truck, screaming and coming at me as if he's going to hit me and then he tries to fight my husband and his employees hold him back. Long story short, no refund, and I waited nearly an hour for the driest, saddest, blandest griot I've ever seen in my life, with pikliz that's obviously been sitting out for a very long time as seen by the discoloration. The food was already cold (how, Sway?) and honestly even if I had gotten it in the original time frame, I would be *pissed* at having spent money on absolute garbage. If I had a dog, I wouldn't feed this to them. That's why I'm glad there is new diversity in the Caribbean food space, because when these places the only game in town for a long time, they get complacent and churn out trash because people don't know any better. Caribbean restaurants, we have a reputation for customer service that can be lacking, and the attitude here and there. But, if the place can't back it up with the food, this ain't it. You can't have bad service and bad food. Pick a struggle.

OMG! I did something, fam bam! I tried Haitian food for the first time When you make ungodly noises after taking a bite, you know that food hits! I tried the fried snapper plate (which came in a pan ) and the oxtail stew. Fried Snapper: The fry on the snapper was heavenly. The crispy skin paired perfectly with the flaky, tender, and juicy meat from the fish. The seasonings were remarkable. The rice and beans were full of flavor as well. The rice tasted like it had hints of adobo and chicken bouillon with maybe some parsley or thyme and pepper. Not sure what spices go into Haitian cooking, but it reminded me of the flavors of Puerto Rico. The rice and beans were delicious! And the slaw! Omg The slaw was fire, literally! There was an excellent spice level to it which I'm assuming was from scotch bonnet chilies. Last but not least, we can't forget the fried plantains. The fried plantains are addicting! I could eat them like chips and be happy Rating: 100/10 Oxtail Stew: This style of oxtail was so different from what I'm used to. It was milder in seasoning, which was a pleasant surprise. The meat was super tender, and the stew was simple yet tasty. If you asked me to describe the flavor, I'd say it would be as if you braised the oxtails in a tomato base with garlic and achiote. The oxtails paired well with the rice and beans and fried plantains. This plate of food is worthy of a chef's kiss Rating: 10/10 The owners are amazing and full of so much aloha. It was a true pleasure to meet you folks and try some of your excellent food! Be sure to follow @tastykreyol if you want to try some authentic Haitian food here on Oahu. P.S. It's almost lunchtime, so we'll be trying your jerk chicken shortly

It was the first time I've had Haitian food and my goodness they have set the bar so high. You can't go wrong with anything on their menu. Just writing this review and thinking of their food is making my stomach grumble.

I've never had Hatian food so I was excited to try. I wanted jerk chicken, oxtails, and a beef patty. The young man told me they didn't have oxtails or beef patty so I just got jerk chicken. My order was ready pretty fast, maybe 5 minutes. I went right for the rice and peas and loved them, they had more flavor than the Jamaican rice and peas I've had with a slight spice. The jerk chicken had a good flavor, I think I may have liked it better if it was wings but it was still good. The plantain was fried perfectly. The only thing I'm not sure about was the mac salad, it wasn't local Mac salad which I'm fine with but I don't know really what it was, it was macaroni noodles and maybe oil or butter? I couldn't taste anything. The one less star is only because of the limited offerings, it'd be better if they just used a board with the days options than to have the whole menu and tell people what they don't have when they have already decided their order. But I'll visit again in the hopes of getting oxtail and a beef patty (I haven't had beef patty in so long!).

This food truck sells Haitian food. There location varies but I normally see them in the Ewa Beach/Kapolei area. I was fortunate to find them at Geiger Park in Ewa Beach on a Saturday. The owner was very friendly. He let us try the plantains and different flavors of chicken wings. We decided to try the fried pork dish called Griot. The owner recommended it. The Griot was delicious. The pork was crunchy and it came with a sauce with a kick. The dish also came with rice and beans, plaintain and mac salad. The owner mentioned that they didn't have the mac salad so he gave me more plaintains. The cost of a Griot plate was $13. It was well worth the price. They take cash and card. Overall, I recommend this food truck. There are no Haitian restaurant here so this is the only way you'll get Haitian food.

Stumbled upon this food truck when I was staying at the residence inn in Kapolei. The oxtail is really good! Perfectly cooked and seasoned. Too bad this is my last night in Hawaii, hopefully get to try them when I come back

CUSTOMER SERVICE When an establishment makes you walk away feeling like family, I believe the ultimate level of customer service has been achieved. From the moment we approached the truck informing we were new they took care of us. Though we came 15min to closing and they were sold out of a lot of things, we still received superior service like sample plantains and fried pork while we waited. FOOD Our group ordered the Red Snapper and Ox Tail stew. Both came with rice mixed with beans, and plantains. OH MY GOODNESS, it was very delicious. I have tired different plantains from multiple restaurants and this is the first one that makes me wanna 'slap my momma' it was THAT good. I'm not a fan of plantains but they made me a SUPER fan! Red Snapper was a full pound (enough for two people), well-seasoned, and fried to perfection. My friend that had the ox tail really enjoyed the flavor, and tenderness of the meat. RECOMMENDATION I highly recommend visiting this locally owned Haitian food truck if you're local to Oahu or on vacation. Don't miss the opportunity to try Haitian food in a non-commercial, but amazingly authentic delicious way! Our group is going to go back to try MORE food before we leave the island. HOT TIP Get there early as they can sell out and you won't be able to experience the greatness of all their items.

Stopped by the night market to sample this pan of fried goodness. My only complaint is that I wish there was more lol. Definitely coming back to try other items on their menu
11 months ago
I don't ever review tbh but the chef at the Tasty Kreyol was amazing. He greeted my husband and I while we were looking at the menu and offered us a free sample. We ordered the fried pork (because the sample was good) and the plantain philly steak. Everything was delicious. Tbh the rice rivals my own. Also I usually hate plantains they are usually too soft or too hard but these were perfectly medium and flavored well. I will say it was all a little spicy for me since everything part of the dish had a kick to it but I also think hot Cheetos are spicy so my level of spice tolerance is low. read more
1 year ago
Just had the jerk chicken plate from Tasty Kreyol and I'm still thinking about it hours later. The flavor was unreal; perfectly spiced with that smoky heat you want in a real jerk dish, and the chicken was fall-off-the-bone tender. The sides were just as good, savory, well-seasoned, and clearly made with love. You can tell they take pride in what they serve. Everything was fresh, the portion was generous, and the vibe was warm and welcoming. This place is the real deal. If you're craving authentic Caribbean flavor, do yourself a favor and get over to Tasty Kreyol. read more
I have been waiting to try this Haitian food truck for months now but the timing never worked out. I was happy to hear they would be at the Cinco de Mayo block party downtown so paid them a visit. I got the griot which is citrus marinated pork that is fried. The plate also came with slaw, macaroni salad, red beans and rice, and fried plantains. At first the slaw was a bit too sour to me as it was piled on top the pork so that's mainly what I tasted. Once I could get to the griot underneath then the tartness of the slaw helped balance the richness of the fried pork. The pork instead was a bit dry inside but I liked the texture of the fried outside and it tasted yummy. The macaroni salad is not your typical local style version as the noodles are firmer and a different taste. The rice has a subtle flavor and would be nice if there were more beans. You almost never see plantains here so those are a treat. Nice to try different cuisines and I'm interested in their version of jerk chicken to have next time. read more
11 months ago
Food was so delicious. Had the bananachos. Chicken was very tasty and favorable. Recommend this food truck any time
3 years ago
This is the first time I've had Haitian food. Now I am hooked. The owner is very friendly and personally brings out the food to you. We have been here twice . The first time my wife just ordered wings and fries and she loves the BBQ sauce. The chef also came out and gave a sample of the Griot. I was sold. Told him I'll come back to get the Griot. Went again just today and fulfilled my promise. The Griot plate is amazing! The salty fried pork with the spicy slaw is a great combination. The coconut flavored rice and plantains made a great compliment. Lastly the Mac salad gives it a creamy taste. I haven't tried any Haitian place to compare to but when I do try other places they have to stand up to this place. I highly recommend it. read more
2 years ago
It was great having the food truck out front of the hotel. Hence the 3 stars. After a bit of a wait my order came out and was wrong. I sent it back and When it came back it was still wrong and not even warm. I gave up The food was just ok and most of it ended up in the trash. read more
3 years ago
Okay. If I'm going to tell my story I'm going to tell it to it's entirety! I honestly was not looking to eat anything from a food vendor tonight. I was going to eat raising cane and honestly it was because I wanted to drink thier lemonade and because I was going to be there grab food after a LONG day of work. As I was about to turn into raising canes by residence in I see. That all the food truck vendors were still opened for business. So instead I went straight and parked on the side. I walked the whole walkway, there was about 5 vendors BUT the pictures of the food looked so good I decided I'm going to get their shrimp or lemon pepper wings. They didn't have shrimp tonight so they made my decision a lot more simpler honestly and I wanted the lemon pepper wings plate that came with rice. They ran out of rice so I opted in for fries instead. MY FRiENDS get there fries! It wasn't oily, it was crispy and not soggy and just heaven! He gave the box to me still opened because it was fresh of course (I'll attach picture) and I ate a couple of fries and didn't dissapoint! Then I ate into my wing................perfection. I just was so impressed! Not only was the food good, the service was excellent. I'm going to assume that was the owner that came out with the food, he was amazing and made everyone feel good. The one customer in front of me stood there and talked stories for a while and she kept repeating how much she was amazed with the customer service which is the second reason I decided to eat here! I happen to stumble on them by pure accident, but they gained a new customer. And one day I'm going to bring my other half here and I'm going to try the shrimp(hopefully they got the rice) and he's going to try that plate that had different meats on it! PS I couldn't wait to eat the food I ate it in my car and now I'm content and I still got my lemonade! Lol read more
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6 years ago
As a Haitian-American visiting Honolulu, for the first time, I am always in search of Haitian food. This place is the REAL DEAL. And the food is sooooooooo FRESH. I had red snapper and the oxtail was PHENOMENAL. We ordered Haitian patties and it was good. Love the food. The staff were GREAT. read more
2 years ago
As a Haitian person, I've been craving a taste of home while visiting Hawaii. I was worried that, so far from home TK's would lack the ingredients for an authentic Haitian dish. However, I had nothing to worry about. We had the griot (pork) and oxtail plates- excellent. The rice had a subtly perfect coconut taste, the pikliz ( pickled slaw) was spicy enough to add a flavorful kick, and the banan peze ( fried plantains) were crispy and warm. A delicious meal and friendly team! read more
Community, I never do this, because I really try to support Caribbean owned businesses, but some things are unacceptable. I just had an experience with Tasty Kreyol food truck that was completely insane. I placed an order and was quoted 10-15 min. We were packing the car after the Hispanic Heritage Month event, so I went to get my food about 30-35 min later. I go to the window and I see the young man hand out an order to someone who ordered after me. I ask him about my order. He said they were going to start working on it now. I asked how that was possible if it had been more than 20 min past what he quoted me. I asked him if he forgot to put my order in and he admitted he had lost the ticket, but they would start a new order now. He went back in before I could respond and I waited. By the time it was 15 min past, I went to the window to just tell them to forget it, I wanted a refund. When I get to the front of the line and go to ask for the refund, he hands me the box. I tell them I want a refund and said the wait was ridiculous. A woman in the truck said "There's a line. What do you want me to tell you" in a *very* dismissive voice. I tell the young man I'm also a food vendor, and when the business makes a mistake, it's on us to rectify it with the customer. Then a man from inside who identified himself as the young man's father, starts screaming at me from inside the truck, saying they're not giving me shit and there's a line, and so what. At this point I'm completely in shock and I go and tell my husband what's going on, and this man comes out of the truck, screaming and coming at me as if he's going to hit me and then he tries to fight my husband and his employees hold him back. Long story short, no refund, and I waited nearly an hour for the driest, saddest, blandest griot I've ever seen in my life, with pikliz that's obviously been sitting out for a very long time as seen by the discoloration. The food was already cold (how, Sway?) and honestly even if I had gotten it in the original time frame, I would be *pissed* at having spent money on absolute garbage. If I had a dog, I wouldn't feed this to them. That's why I'm glad there is new diversity in the Caribbean food space, because when these places the only game in town for a long time, they get complacent and churn out trash because people don't know any better. Caribbean restaurants, we have a reputation for customer service that can be lacking, and the attitude here and there. But, if the place can't back it up with the food, this ain't it. You can't have bad service and bad food. Pick a struggle. read more
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OMG! I did something, fam bam! I tried Haitian food for the first time When you make ungodly noises after taking a bite, you know that food hits! I tried the fried snapper plate (which came in a pan ) and the oxtail stew. Fried Snapper: The fry on the snapper was heavenly. The crispy skin paired perfectly with the flaky, tender, and juicy meat from the fish. The seasonings were remarkable. The rice and beans were full of flavor as well. The rice tasted like it had hints of adobo and chicken bouillon with maybe some parsley or thyme and pepper. Not sure what spices go into Haitian cooking, but it reminded me of the flavors of Puerto Rico. The rice and beans were delicious! And the slaw! Omg The slaw was fire, literally! There was an excellent spice level to it which I'm assuming was from scotch bonnet chilies. Last but not least, we can't forget the fried plantains. The fried plantains are addicting! I could eat them like chips and be happy Rating: 100/10 Oxtail Stew: This style of oxtail was so different from what I'm used to. It was milder in seasoning, which was a pleasant surprise. The meat was super tender, and the stew was simple yet tasty. If you asked me to describe the flavor, I'd say it would be as if you braised the oxtails in a tomato base with garlic and achiote. The oxtails paired well with the rice and beans and fried plantains. This plate of food is worthy of a chef's kiss Rating: 10/10 The owners are amazing and full of so much aloha. It was a true pleasure to meet you folks and try some of your excellent food! Be sure to follow @tastykreyol if you want to try some authentic Haitian food here on Oahu. P.S. It's almost lunchtime, so we'll be trying your jerk chicken shortly read more
3 years ago
It was the first time I've had Haitian food and my goodness they have set the bar so high. You can't go wrong with anything on their menu. Just writing this review and thinking of their food is making my stomach grumble. read more
2 years ago
The chef is cool, he let me try a little of the pork and oxtail before I decide what to get! read more
4 years ago
I've never had Hatian food so I was excited to try. I wanted jerk chicken, oxtails, and a beef patty. The young man told me they didn't have oxtails or beef patty so I just got jerk chicken. My order was ready pretty fast, maybe 5 minutes. I went right for the rice and peas and loved them, they had more flavor than the Jamaican rice and peas I've had with a slight spice. The jerk chicken had a good flavor, I think I may have liked it better if it was wings but it was still good. The plantain was fried perfectly. The only thing I'm not sure about was the mac salad, it wasn't local Mac salad which I'm fine with but I don't know really what it was, it was macaroni noodles and maybe oil or butter? I couldn't taste anything. The one less star is only because of the limited offerings, it'd be better if they just used a board with the days options than to have the whole menu and tell people what they don't have when they have already decided their order. But I'll visit again in the hopes of getting oxtail and a beef patty (I haven't had beef patty in so long!). read more
This food truck sells Haitian food. There location varies but I normally see them in the Ewa Beach/Kapolei area. I was fortunate to find them at Geiger Park in Ewa Beach on a Saturday. The owner was very friendly. He let us try the plantains and different flavors of chicken wings. We decided to try the fried pork dish called Griot. The owner recommended it. The Griot was delicious. The pork was crunchy and it came with a sauce with a kick. The dish also came with rice and beans, plaintain and mac salad. The owner mentioned that they didn't have the mac salad so he gave me more plaintains. The cost of a Griot plate was $13. It was well worth the price. They take cash and card. Overall, I recommend this food truck. There are no Haitian restaurant here so this is the only way you'll get Haitian food. read more
3 years ago
Stumbled upon this food truck when I was staying at the residence inn in Kapolei. The oxtail is really good! Perfectly cooked and seasoned. Too bad this is my last night in Hawaii, hopefully get to try them when I come back read more
5 years ago
CUSTOMER SERVICE When an establishment makes you walk away feeling like family, I believe the ultimate level of customer service has been achieved. From the moment we approached the truck informing we were new they took care of us. Though we came 15min to closing and they were sold out of a lot of things, we still received superior service like sample plantains and fried pork while we waited. FOOD Our group ordered the Red Snapper and Ox Tail stew. Both came with rice mixed with beans, and plantains. OH MY GOODNESS, it was very delicious. I have tired different plantains from multiple restaurants and this is the first one that makes me wanna 'slap my momma' it was THAT good. I'm not a fan of plantains but they made me a SUPER fan! Red Snapper was a full pound (enough for two people), well-seasoned, and fried to perfection. My friend that had the ox tail really enjoyed the flavor, and tenderness of the meat. RECOMMENDATION I highly recommend visiting this locally owned Haitian food truck if you're local to Oahu or on vacation. Don't miss the opportunity to try Haitian food in a non-commercial, but amazingly authentic delicious way! Our group is going to go back to try MORE food before we leave the island. HOT TIP Get there early as they can sell out and you won't be able to experience the greatness of all their items. read more
1 year ago
The food was good and flavorful. I like spicy and good food and it satisfied me on both aspects.
3 years ago
Stopped by the night market to sample this pan of fried goodness. My only complaint is that I wish there was more lol. Definitely coming back to try other items on their menu read more
5 years ago
I enjoy coming to Tasty Kreyol their food is amazing. They are worth the try, you will never be disappointed. read more
6 years ago
We tried Tasty Kreyol for the first time tonight and I fully regret not trying them out sooner! My husband, toddler, and I split the Fried Snapper Platter. We all had our fill and still had a little left over. The platter included a whole snapper, spicy pickled veggies, rice, sauce, and plantains. The snapper was perfectly cooked- crispy and crunchy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Everything was well-seasoned, perfectly balanced and was mild enough for my toddler with the exception of the pickled veggies. This was my first experience with Haitian food so I wasn't exactly sure what the best way to eat everything was. All I know is that a little bit of every component made the PERFECT bite. The pickled veggies in particular gave a really nice kick; a little goes a long way. Service was excellent. The young man who took our order was very pleasant and efficient. There was hand sanitizer available, masks were worn, and there was plexiglass where you place your order. When our order was ready, the double doors of the converted bus were opened. There, we were able to meet the owners and I'm assuming their children. They were a lovely family- very appreciative of our business, friendly, and warm. I love that this is a family affair. We waited no longer than 15 minutes which, in my opinion is very reasonable for the amount and quality of food we were served. There's tons of parking available and tons of space while you wait. If you have antsy kids, it's so easy to let them run around the park while you wait. As far as the value, $28 dollars for this platter is a deal! I would pay at least double the amount for this meal at a sit-down restaurant. We had an all-around amazing first experience at Tasty Kreyol. This is a must-try establishment. I can't wait to try other dishes on their menu! read more
3 years ago
The food & service is amazing! My fiancé and I go almost every week. She gets the veggie deluxe plantain sandwich and I usually get either the TK plantain cheeseburger or the chicken en sauce plate. You can never go wrong with any of their choices! I also love the wings and the TK Steak & Cheese or TK Chicken & Cheese. Must try! read more
4 years ago
This was my 1st time here & boyyyyyyy did it top any expectations I had. I don't eat meat so I thought it'd be hard for me to pick something but the fried snapper meal was ON POINT! Seasoned well, fried hard to perfection. The rice was delicious, I love coconut milk so it was ! Thank you for feeding my stomach & soul! read more
2 years ago
This food NEVER disappoints!! The jerk chicken is reminiscent of the islands. Today I got the fried Pork with a spicy slaw!! IT WAS AMAZING!! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this place! Pics for reference read more
6 years ago
I was riding my bike home yesterday and took a glimpse at this food truck, and As a puerto rican man i love me some plantains First time having Haitian food and i just absolutely loved my experience with this food truck!! I ordered the TK Cheeseburger and the Griot Plate (Fried Pork), overall flavor was phenomenal!! I truly love trying foods from all different type of cultures, i will definitely go back p.s they have the best red beans and rice read more
3 years ago
Loooove Tasty Kreyol! Discovering this food truck at our hotel was a game-changer. Now, even though we live at Pearl City, we still make the drive just to savor their incredible food. It's that good! read more
2 years ago
What a reminder tonight, to TRY NEW THINGS! Oh my goodness, the chef of Tasty Kreyol saw us perusing his menu as well as the other trucks along the street, and he came out to greet us, and even gave us some tasters to introduce us to Haitian cuisine. Let me tell you, he did not disappoint! We were initially just looking for something light after eating all day, but wound up ordering more and more food because the flavors were unreal! Lemon pepper chicken wings, jerk chicken, fried pork, oxtail stew, the rice, EVEN THE FRIES WERE AMAZING! We highly recommend you try this menu for yourself. I look forward to the next opportunity to order here again. read more
6 years ago
I've been wanting to try this place for a while, but I always missed them in Geiger Park. But I went to the What the Truck food event and luckily, they were there! There wasn't a long line, but I think it's cause this place is underrated and people aren't adventurous enough to try new food! If you're adventurous and want to try something new, try Tasty Kreyol! I've always wanted to try Caribbean food and my friend recommended this place I couldn't pick what to get, so I made my boyfriend get the griot and I got the snapper and we went halfsies. It took a while to get the food, but it's understandable when you get it fresh. We weren't especially in a hurry anyway. When I got my snapper, the guy opened up the truck to show me; I loved seeing how happy and proud he was of the food The pickled veggies really complement the entrees, and I love the plantains! If you don't really like coconut milk, you won't like the rice, since it has some coconut flavor to it. Luckily, I do like coconut! Overall, I really like the food and the service is great! It's also awesome to support a small black owned food truck on the island I'll definitely be back for more! read more
2 years ago
Great service food came out really quick and tastes amazing the owner was absolutely kind and amazing
2 years ago
It's really good food and the service was fast. A very chill spot. Definitely the best food you ever eaten on this island
7 years ago
Carribean Cruise When theres no line at a food truck at a crowded food truck festival event, do you avoid it? Ask me that 30 years ago and I'll just nod my head and go along with it, ask me that 20 years ago and I'd avoid it to be "cool." Ask me that 10 years ago and I'd still say no because I'd know better. Ask me that now and I boldly step up to the plate! As I was cruising this Food Truck Event, I was Eggcited to see this truck because I was adventurous for some Carribean food. As my eyes cruised the menu and pictures, I couldnt decide what I wanted so I asked the guy what would be the best thing to order if I wanted to get a little taste of everything. He recommended the #1 which consisted of fried pork, pickled veggies, rice, macaroni, and plantains. I also got some Jerk Wings cause I was feelin Jerky! Here's what I thought: Fried Pork-It was hard, dry, and salty, The taste was similar to pork adobo but a little heavier on the saltier side. I felt like I was eating some pork that was cooked then reheated up too much or too long :( Pickled Veggies-I didnt get a pickled taste in it, just tasted like shredded red cabbage. Rice-Looked good, I was expecting a coconut type flavor or some bold spices in it for some reason, but nay, it was bland like sand yo. Macaroni-there was a lot of it, it was just small elbow macaroni lathered in little mayo? Plantains-I enjoyed this the most and I only wish there was some kind of dipping sauce to compliment it! Jerk Wings-The only thing that remotely tasted like I was on a Carribean Cruise to me, but the chicken pieces were too small! Very little meat. Woulda prefered lesser total quantity, but slightly larger and meatier wings so that I could enjoy every bit of its spicy goodness in all of its jerky glory! Overall I would try this truck again as it appears I am the one going against the current. If I happen to swim past this truck again, I feel I just need to find and order the right thing to better enjoy this Carribean Carb Cruise! read more
4 years ago
The chef was so kind and excited to share his amazing food! We stopped by after snorkeling around Makua Beach and we're too starving to wait until we hit Waikiki. Totally recommend, everything was seasonsed to perfection and served hot and fresh. The jerk chicken plate was a great deal and every last grain of their delish rice was eaten. The service was fantastic and you can tell the food was made with love read more
3 years ago
5/5, 10/10, 50/50... point being, I could not love this food more. I dream of the Mac salad. Every time I think I've ordered my favorite thing from the menu I have something else. Get it. I promise you won't be disappointed. You'll love it - regardless of what you order! read more
3 years ago
Tasty Kreyol is nothing short of a culinary miracle on wheels. Every dish from Chef Q and team is a delightful exploration of Haitian flavors. Their cooking is so phenomenal, it makes me consider moving 4,000 miles to Hawaii just to have these dishes as a regular part of my life! I'm eagerly looking forward to my next trip to Hawaii, not just for its beautiful sights but also for the warm hospitality of Chef Q and his mouth-watering creations. If you're hesitating, don't - Tasty Kreyol's food is absolutely worth it. read more
4 years ago
Sak pase Chef Q! Exquisite and delicious "Tasty Kreyol" delights, artfully presented curb-side fare in Kapolei, Hawai'i!?! Who knew Miami's pulsating 'Little Haiti' would have a far-flung Caribbean cultural outpost in the form of aromatic and authentic Haitian cuisine 'within-a-step' of one of Marriott Bonvoy's members. Congratulation, KITV4 in recognizing Tasty Kreyol as the 2022 Best of Hawaii - first place! Let's do it again for 2023 and (again!) - Fred Alexandre (Big Island) read more
4 years ago
From beginning to end, absolute delight. I've never had Haitian food but read the reviews and had to try it. But, I couldn't find them, then I called them and the woman on the other end said she would text me next time they were close by. I really didn't think it would happen, but today it happened. I got the call and got in my car. They were going to be by the Residence Inn, Kapolei. I got my food and everything was beautifully placed. Gorgeous presentation. Everything had its own robust flavors. Amazing flavors! I had the griot plate and jerk chicken plate. So happy! Very kind and gracious family. A must read more
7 years ago
Stumbled upon Tasty Kreyol's food truck at Waikele the other night, and wanted to give Haitian food a try because it's something I've never tried before. Tasty Kreyol is run by an adorable and friendly Haitian family that moved to Hawaii from Haiti. They were helpful and recommended that I try their signature dish: Griot (fried pork) plate that came with rice, Mac salad, and plantains. The Griot was flavorful and savory, complemented by the picked sour cabbages it came with. The Mac salad and rice both had nice flavors and spices, reminding me of Creole spices in New Orleans. Check out Tasty Kreyol's food truck if you like Haitian food, or want to give it a try. read more
3 years ago
It was a pleasant surprise to see food trucks as we drove by Residence Inn by Marriott Kapolei. I ordered Oxtail Stew Plate. When I came back to pick-up my order, Chef Gedeon asked me if I ate pork. He then asked me if I could wait for a sample. It was amazing! So ono that we placed two orders of the fried pork - one with rice and the other with plantain. I sampled a small piece of oxtail while hot and fresh - very tender and tasty. We didn't get to the rest of the oxtail stew until the following day, and it was just as good as the small piece I sampled the night before. The best part was Chef Gedeon made sure our orders were all Gluten Free for severe allergy. Food truck outdoor ambiance was good - everyone was friendly and supportive of each other since we wanted to try a few different food trucks. read more
4 years ago
The ox tails are AMAZING It was a party on my taste buds I have vowed to try EVERYTHING on the menu And Mahalo for you professional customer service read more
5 years ago
Yo! So my boy is Haitian and for his going away we came to this truck. Let me tell you something, that number 1 is number 1 for a reason! That thing is mean!! I'm talking crisp outside with the most tender inside. That bite was so flavorful and juicy I almost bit my finger. I believe that was the fried pork. Then I had the jerk chicken as well. BANGER! That jerk was money especially if you get the sauce on the rice too!!!! Highly delicious!!! The plantains, PERFECT! Just the right amount of salt and the crisp/chew ration was spot on! This place did not disappoint and the owner is a super nice guy! If you haven't, go try this place, you won't regret it! read more
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More info about Tasty Kreyol
730 Kunehi St
Kapolei, HI 96707
Directions
(808) 784-1691
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http://www.tastykreyol.com
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Hours
What time does Tasty Kreyol open?
Tasty Kreyol opens at 5:00 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
What time does Tasty Kreyol close?
Tasty Kreyol is closed on Monday, Saturday and Sunday.Tasty Kreyol closes at 8:00 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
Mon, Sat-Sun ClosedTue-Fri 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Payment methods
Does Tasty Kreyol take Bitcoin?
No, Tasty Kreyol does not take Bitcoin.
Does Tasty Kreyol take credit cards?
Yes, Tasty Kreyol takes credit cards.
Food & Alcohol
Does Tasty Kreyol have catering options?
Yes, Tasty Kreyol does have catering options.
Does Tasty Kreyol have a happy hour?
No, Tasty Kreyol does not have a happy hour.
Does Tasty Kreyol serve alcohol?
No, Tasty Kreyol does not serve alcohol.
Indoor Amenities
Does Tasty Kreyol allow dogs?
Yes, Tasty Kreyol allows dogs.
Does Tasty Kreyol have TVs?
No, Tasty Kreyol does not have TVs.
Outdoor Amenities
Does Tasty Kreyol have bike parking?
Yes, Tasty Kreyol has bike parking.
Does Tasty Kreyol have outdoor seating?
Yes, Tasty Kreyol has outdoor seating options.
Does Tasty Kreyol have parking?
Yes, Tasty Kreyol has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking
Other Amenities
Is Tasty Kreyol wheelchair accessible?
Yes, Tasty Kreyol is wheelchair accessible.
Does Tasty Kreyol have free WiFi?
No, Tasty Kreyol does not have free WiFi.
From the Business
Specialties
Tasty Kreyol is a family owned and operated business. We are introducing the delicious flavors of Haiti to the island of Oahu.
History
Established in 2015.
Tasty Kreyol started with small catering jobs and quickly expanded as the demand for our food grew. Tasty Kreyol is the first and only Haitian food truck on Oahu, bringing the rich and delightful flavors of the Caribbean country of Haiti to the Pacific. Our truck is mobile and we are mostly within the Ewa Beach and Kapolei areas however we expand to other areas for events.
Ask the Community - Tasty Kreyol
Aloha! where you guys located?
Mostly Ewa Beach and Kapolei. Best to follow the FB or IG Pages for times and locations. Tuesdays and Fridays at Residence Inn Kapolei.
Do you deliver and do you have snapper today?
Yes we will post the time. Probably about 1pm
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5 years ago
Tonight was definitely the most memorable dining experience I've had in a long long time! The family that runs this lunch wagon is surely one of the greats! You can tell they VALUE their customers and put a little extra Love in every meal they make. Tonight I took my family out to dinner and ended stopping by Tasty Kreyol in front of Residence Inn by Marriot in Kapolei I ordered Their Griot #1 plate the pork combined with the seasoned rice spicy veg and Mac salad WAS OUT OF THIS FKN WORLD! Seriously if you have the taste buds to try new things DEFINITELY give this plate a try you WILL NOT be disappointed. My wife ordered the Lemon Pepper chicken and LOVED the flavor of this carribean flavored twist. We also ordered their Jerk style Chicken which again NOT LET DOWN AT ALL it was the best Jerk style chicken we both have EVER tried. Thank you Tasty Kreyol for our Satisfying dinner tonight our whole family enjoyed the Service, The Flavors, and can't thank you all enough for going the extra mile and helping us get the plates to our car We def found a new fav spot when we're in the mood for that authentic KREYOL read more
6 years ago
Technically, this is not my first time that I have tried Tasty Kreyol's delicious food. This is the first time I have bought from their food truck though! I have only good things to say about this place. The people working there are genuinely nice. All the workers are wearing masks and take the pandemic seriously. I had a great time catching up with an old classmate of mine and as well as meeting the chef of the food truck. The chef was so cool and friendly. He even gave me a free lemon pepper wing which was ono. The food itself was just as good as I remembered it. I freaking loved the griot plate. The rice and beans are even good enough to eat alone. If you don't enjoy food with actual taste, then go to Mcdonald's or something. If you happen to be passing geiger park on a Thursday afternoon, go ahead and stop by to get some Tasty Kreyol. If you have "try some Haitian cuisine" on your bucket list, there is no better way to fulfill that wish than coming to this food truck. In summary, what an amazing place. I can't wait to come around and get some more. read more
4 years ago
I'd just like to say the family who works here are amazing. They treat every customer with respect and every order like it's a dish being served at their own table. If they don't have what you're wanting or the size they upgrade you. They present each meal to you fresh off the grill with pride and excitement. I love these guys. The owners son works the register and he's respectful and kind every time I've ordered, anyone who says different is a liar. Now the food. I'd be lying if I said I'd had Haitian meals before this place, but this is some of the best food on island. Period. The portions are huge, rice is cooked and seasoned to perfection and the fish is out of this world( oxtail too). They've won several awards to back it up. Anyone complaining about the wait needs to go back to McDonald's. Theyre making you an amazing meal, not a sloppy joe or a hot dog. This family is sharing their culture with the island and its both delicious and humbling to be apart of the experience. read more
8 years ago
I was on my way to another event and saw the Haitian flag displayed in front of the food truck's window. I did a quick U-turn and glad that I stopped by. The chef was friendly and made suggestions. The food is better than I remember from home, the portion is sufficient to 'take care' of any hunger a person may have. As of today, I have ordered seven plates of food, and they were mouth-watering-ly fantastic. I wish I had a second stomach or a bottomless pit of a stomach. You think I'm exaggerating! Try this 'Hidden Treasure' of Haitian cuisine, and you'd wonder, how you live so long without knowing/tasting this piece of heaven. I simply Love the food, the camaraderie, and the friendly, courteous Owner/Chef-ever-inventing new items on the menu. Post your view about this Tasty Kreyol treat and share with your friends on the joy of eating 'Real Haitian' food. Much respect Tasty Kreyol. Can't wait to see you, at least, twice a week. :-) read more
4 years ago
We looked over the food trucks at Residence Inn Kapolei, Oahu. Just as we were deciding what to have for dinner, Tasty Kreyol truck arrived. They literally started the generator, and opened up the converted bus as we looked over the unexpected menu. Caribbean cuisine on Oahu??!!. Definately going to give Tasty Kreyol a shot. So worth it. I'm biased, and I admit it. I was lucky enough to have been loved and fed by a Cuban second mom. This meal was like a whisper from the past. After the recent years of strain and loss and anxiety, the food was like peace, and comfort. I'd say dont go expecting fancy. Caribbean food isn't all fancy. But definately go, slow down, and if you can, take a minute. Savor some real, slow cooked, home style food. It might remind you of food like "mom" made. And near Christmas 2022, heading into winter, this will warm your heart. Compliments to the chef and family. read more
9 years ago
I think its safe to say you've just made me a regular! I seen the waiting customers and figured, "with a line like this, they better be good". Boy oh boy was this a GOOD decision. There was a short wait time but that was to be expected. There were a few ppl ahead of me and it was just the husband cooking and his wife prepping the plates but it ended up being worth it. The rice and mac/cheese was so delicious, but what sold me was the griot (fried pork) and the plantains and the spicy sauce they put on it. I cant remember the name of the sauce but if you get this dish ASK FOR THE SPICY SAUCE WITH IT, trust me--you wont be disappointed. The customer service was pretty good and they were all friendly. All and all, it was a great first experience to some Haitian food...two thumbs up from me! read more
8 years ago
I had left a review before but I needed to change it. Both reviews are 5 stars all the way. I am addicted to the Tasty Kreyol patties, but for the first time 2 days ago I had his steak and cheese sandwich.... amazing. HOWEVER! I recommended that he use the same bread as his patte's for the steak and cheese. I will try to keep this as PG as possible... BUT HOLY SHIT IT WAS SO FREAKING GOOD. Easily EASILY the best sandwich I've ever eaten in my entire life. If you have the honor of eating this mans wonderful food... ask for the Ian Special (yes he named it after me). You will not be even remotely close to disappointed. You might even have to shake his hand after just as I did. read more
4 years ago
The chef was very warm and gave us samples of the steak to let us know about the coleslaw flavoring while we were waiting for our order, and it tasted absolutely, mind-bogglingly perfect. The rice (which we were given samples of, too, while we waited) is mouthwatering and to die for. The steak is not dry and rather moist for well-done steak! The crispy skin was awesome, too. Not only are the staff friendly, they also have credibility; Hawaii's Best 1st place 2022, 2021 finalist, 2020 finalist--Best in Ewa Beach, Best in Honolulu, best in many more other regions. The chef is rightfully proud of his work! read more
6 years ago
Their delicious food keeps us coming back, but more than that is their customer service and friendliness. The owner likes to give you samples of other menu items while you wait. The portions are always generous! My favorite is the griot with the spicy slaw. The Mac salad is a refreshing side. My daughter loves the wings...she's had wings from many places, but says theirs are the best! Follow them and catch 'em when you can! Often the food sells out within a few hours! No picture of the beef patty..it was so delicious, it disappeared before I could grab a photo! read more
10 years ago
If you know Haitian food, then you'll know that this place represents well. Every time we go to Ka Makana Ali'i my wife HAS TO HAVE their beef patties. Great family running this food truck! This is the most authentic Caribbean (Haitian) food you'll find outside of a restaurant. I am from Miami, FL and I can tell you that the taste rivals what you'd find if you were there. It's nice to get a taste of home here in Hawaii. We'll definitely be back!...Oh, wait, my wife has already been there 3 times this week! read more
3 years ago
Wow! Tasty Kreyol is a must-try for anyone on the island! The best food on Oahu. Whatever you choose from the extensive menu, you won't be disappointed! The food is carefully crafted and brought to life with the passion of the chef. Never had Haitian food before this and now I'm a fan. From the plantains, to the jerk chicken, to the veggie patty, ox tail, lemon pepper wings you name it all the dishes are awesome. The coconut rice deserves a trophy on its own.... Thank you Chef read more
9 years ago
I visited Tasty Kreyol last weekend and ordered a steak and cheese sandwich and a side of plantains. The staff was very friendly, answering all my questions about the menu. I appreciated being able to pay with a credit card. It took between ten and fifteen minutes for my order to be ready. The sandwich was excellent. The steak was very tender and the sauce really made the sandwich. The meal was very filling. In fact I got full before I finished the sandwich and I finished it anyways. read more
10 years ago
I owe the cook a review as he gave me extra fried plantains! Having eaten numerous fried plantains from Costa Rica and Puerto Rico, I wanted to try fried plantains from their menu as I haven't had any for several months. Their fried plantains are delicious with the addition of the sauce made by the cook! They're wonderful people! Full of good vibes! I appreciate the awesome service that they gave me! I look forward to eating other Haitian cuisines. You'll see me coming back! read more
7 years ago
Came out to the Taco Party on Manawai street on 7 December. Had the steak sandwich and it was completely a great surprise. Had to go back and get another one. Dude was mad cool and went out of his way to make sure we liked it even though it was a street vendor. Had to go back for seconds. I think I said that already. That's my point. Whenever you get a chance you definitely need to hit them up. read more
7 years ago
Really really really really really really love this place I'm from Trinidad and this is the closest to Caribbean food I have ever gotten in the last three years of being on island. Looking to spice it up a bit try the jerk chicken. Looking for something different try the lemon pepper wing. If your looking to have a taste of Haiti get the Griot Plate. Definitely recommend this place!!! read more
5 years ago
Hey y'all! We tried the TASTY Kreyol: Deffinatly a hidden on Oahu! Wings and fried pork were packed with flavor and spice. Rice was tasty and well cooked. Plantains tasted fresh made (My personal favorite). The cool MAC salad was a great compliment to the meal! Support this Local family next time you're craving something new. Very responsive on Facebook Bon Appétit read more
7 years ago
Best food on the island. If you're looking for Carribean food, find them for sure. I've been here for a few months and am always looking for food that reminds me of home and the griot and fried plantains combo is the only thing that does that for me. If you're unfamiliar with Hatian food it's the equivalent of chicharrones and tostones in DR/PR/Cuba. MUST try it! read more
3 years ago
I had been in Hawaii almost two weeks when they pulled up outside my hotel. I've eaten a lot of good food on recommendation from family here but this was hands down the best food I've eaten on either Oahu or Kauai and it was a complete accident. The griot is my favorite, and everything had actual pika, especially the pikliz, which was a fantastic change of pace. read more
6 years ago
BRUH!!! This spot is a move. I'm talking fresh pikliz, griot was on POINT (didn't even make the photo lol)...nice and juicy, fish was seasoned like it's supposed to be, rice and platain was so good had to order an extra side for the road. & They had the Cola Champagne. I'm from Miami and this is some REAL decent Haitian food from what I've seen lately. read more
3 years ago
I cant say enough about this food. I had the jerk chicken with rice and Mac salad at the food truck just outside the the residence inn in Kapolei. Chicken was flavorful with a crisp on the outside and juicy inside. The rice was incredible. I could have had just the rice and been happy. The plantains were fried just right and were fantastic. read more



















































































