Miami is the cultural, entertainment and financial hub of Florida and it is known for many things. Miami has amazing beaches, warm weather, great shopping and entertainment as well as some of the best Latin and Carribean food you can find anywhere in the United States. The Haitian population of Miami grew exponentially over the years and eventually the community of “Little Haiti” emerged in Miami with numerous art galleries, institutions, schools and restaurants offering authentic Haitian cuisines. If you’re visiting Miami and want a taste of the delicious traditional Haitian food offered then check out these delicious restaurants across Miami.
1. Cecibon Restaurant
For some of the most delicious Haitian dishes in Miami, check out Cecibon Restaurant. This place is a no-frills casual dining spot that offers amazing Haitian food including griot (fried marinated pork), poulet (chicken legs stewed in a red gravy sauce), tassot cabrit (deep-fried marinated goat meat), stewed turkey, Haitian-style fried chicken, fried red snapper, ke beef (stewed oxtail), fried shrimp, fried tilapia fillet, Cajun meatballs, and more.
Make your meal more complete by getting a slice of luscious cake or an order of that tasty sweet plantains.
Cecibon Restaurant
Address: 1 NW 54th St, Miami, FL 33127, United States
Website: Cecibon Restaurant
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 10am - 9pm; Sun: 11am - 5pm
2. Chef Creole
Chef Creole is a popular restaurant and one of the top places to go in Miami when it comes to Haitian food for more than two decades. The place has actually attracted some celebrities such as Floyd Mayweather Jr., Dwyane Wade, Anthony Bourdain, Kevin Hart, and the Obamas among many others. What makes people come here is the food of course—from fried shrimp to oxtail stew, all perfectly cooked and seasoned with that rich authentic Bahamian and Creole flare.
Chef Creole
Address: 1392 NW 119th St, Miami, FL 33167, United States
Website: Chef Creole
Opening hours: Mon - Wed: 11am - 9pm; Thu - Sat: 11am - 10pm (closed on Sun)
3. Ivan's Cookhouse
Ivan’s Cookhouse serves some interesting takes on both traditional Haitian and Asian cuisine. Asian fusion isn’t exactly anything new but very few chefs tend to blend it with traditional Carribean fare. Chef Ivan Dorvil is a Cordon Bleu graduate and he will make your taste buds salivate with amazing dishes like braised oxtail and island ceviche.
Ivan's Cookhouse
Address: 14815 Biscayne Blvd, North Miami, FL 33181, USA
Hours: 8 am - 10 pm
Website: Ivan’s Cookhouse
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4. L'auberge Restaurant
L'auberge Restaurant serves some classic Haitian and Carribean food that will warm the soul. The atmosphere is really more a fast food/casual place so don’t worry about having to sit down and spend lots of time here if you’re short on time. The portions are huge and every dish comes with a side of rice, rice and beans and fried plantains. The fried pork is a local favorite (called Griot) and the goat stew is to die for.
L'auberge Restaurant
Address: 13315 W Dixie Hwy, North Miami, FL 33161, USA
Hours: 11am - 11pm
Website: L'auberge Restaurant
5. Tap Tap Restaurant
Tap Tap Restaurant is located in Miami’s illustrious South Beach neighborhood and it has been a staple of classic Haitian dishes there for over 20 years. Guests will notice the vibrant colors and murals on the walls and their large neon sign out front. Tap Tap specializes on seafood as it is a main staple of Haitian cuisine, so definitely try the shrimp in coconut sauce or grilled fish with lime.
Tap Tap Restaurant
Address: 819 5th St, Miami Beach, FL 33139, USA
Hours: 12pm - 11pm
Website: Tap Tap Restauran
6. Lecap Restaurant
Lecap Restaurant is a casual eatery in the North Miami part of the city. The restaurant is a great place to go if you’re craving some classic Haitian dishes without having to spend some time waiting at a table for your food. Fast, easy and delicious is the name of the game here and you won’t be disappointed with the roast pork, oxtail or the plantains.
Lecap Restaurant
Address: 13639 NW 7th Ave, North Miami, FL 33168, USA
Hours: 10:15am - 11pm
Website: Lecap Restaurant
7. Piman Bouk Haitian Restaurant
Piman Bouk Haitian Restaurant is a great authentic Haitian restaurant that serves some amazing fish platters and stews giving you a full stomach and a taste for some real Haitian delicacies. The restaurant is located right in the heart of Little Haiti so make sure to take in some of the cultural attractions before or after you eat. Piman Bouk is favorite among locals so don’t miss out on this spot.
Piman Bouk Haitian Restaurant
Address: 5921 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33137, USA
Hours 7:30am - 11pm
Website: Piman Bouk Haitian Restaurant
8. La Fourchette Restaurant
La Fourchette Restaurant will satisfy those fast food cravings you get at a great price. And best of all, it’s not your classic fast food but some amazingly fresh Haitian classics. La Fourchette delivers as well so if you’re lazy and still want a taste of Haiti, you won’t have to miss out. The restaurant is not so much a place to sit down and order but more of a place to order and leave with your dishes afterwards. No nonsense, only delicious dishes.
La Fourchette Restaurant
Address: Dummy Full Address
Hours 9am - 11pm
Website: La Fourchette Restaurant
9. Manger Creole
Manger Creole translates to “Eat Creole” and we think that’s some pretty good advice. Manger Creole takes some Crraibean and Haitian classics and reimagines them into new modern and contemporary dishes. This restaurant has been a cornerstone restaurant for several years now and they offer both in-house dining and take-out options as well.
Manger Creole
Address: 1051 NW 14th St, Miami, FL 33136, USA
Hours: 9am - 8pm. Closed on Weekends
Website: Manger Creole
10. Lakay Tropical Ice Cream
Now after eating all that delicious Haitian food why not stop for a little dessert? Lakay Tropical Ice Cream is an easy to miss spot so make sure you’re on the lookout for it. Known as a local favorite, Lakay Tropical Ice Cream serves some deliciously fresh pressed tropical fruit juices, ice cream and some classic Haitian snacks and desserts.
Lakay Tropical Ice Cream
Address: 91 NE 54th St #2, Miami, FL 33137, USA
Hours 8am - 7:30pm. Closed on weekends
Website: Lakay Tropical Ice Cream
11. Chez Madame Johns Restaurant
The story goes that Madame Johns used to sell Griot (a fried pork dish) out of her home in Little Haiti. Business was good that on weekends, cars would line the streets creating tons of traffic, just to get a taste of Madame Johns delicious meals. And now, she has her own restaurant. This restaurant is primarily a take-out counter but there are a few seats in the restaurant and a TV tuned to Haitian TV channels and if you’re lucky, you might not have to wait in line. The service can be a little slow but there’s a reason why it’s so busy here.
Chez Madame Johns Restaurant
Address: 975 NE 125th St, North Miami, FL 33161, USA
Hours 8am - 11pm
Website: Chez Madame Johns Restaurant
12. Naomi's Garden Restaurant & Lounge
Naomi’s Garden Restaurant & Lounge is the perfect spot for an afternoon or evening meal. The restaurant has a casual vibe and, on top of serving some typical Haitian fare, there are also some amazing barbecue dishes as well as Carribean seafood and classic plates. Dishes can be made for take-out orders as well as dining in-house, either on the terrace outside or indoors in the dining area.
Naomi's Garden Restaurant & Lounge
Address: 650 NW 71st St, Miami, FL 33150, USA
Hours: 8am -9pm
Website: Naomi’s Garden Restaurant & Lounge
A taste of Little Haiti
Miami has an amazing food scene and among its most delicious is the amazing selection of Carribean food available. Make sure to visit Miami’s Little Haiti and get a taste of some of the best Haitian food, outside of Haiti.