The food here was overwhelmingly salty. They definitely overdo it with the salt, Maggie, and…read morevarious spices. My grandma's blood pressure spiked because of it. We've been chugging down water non-stop. I can't even finish my meal; it's making me feel lightheaded. I ordered a side of avocado, and they just threw it on top of the box in an open bag, with nothing to protect it. It was touching everything else and was also hard, so I couldn't eat it at all. I really wanted to enjoy the food, but my chest is burning, and my head is pounding from all the salt in the gravy. That's $30 wasted. On the bright side, the service was excellent. The waiter was friendly and accommodating. Service rating: 8/10! Food rating: 2/10! Ambiance 7/10

I've been craving some authentic Haitian cuisine, and Le Goût Des Caraïbes came highly…read morerecommended--so I had to give it a try. From the moment I walked in, the energy was inviting and refreshing. The staff were welcoming and friendly. They made sure I had everything I needed and explained the menu well. You could tell they take pride in their food and culture. The inside of the restaurant is painted a bright, vibrant green that immediately catches your eye. It feels fresh, clean, and full of life. Kompa music plays in the background, setting the perfect mood--it honestly made me want to dance while waiting for my food! The vibe is effortlessly Caribbean, transporting you without ever leaving the city. Portions were generous, and for the flavor and quality, it's more than worth it. Great value for an authentic Caribbean experience. You won't leave hungry! I went with my go to meal , which never disappoints! * Dinde Tassot (fried turkey): Crispy on the outside, tender inside. Seasoned to perfection--savory, flavorful, and with that bold Haitian kick. * Black rice (diri djon djon): Rich, earthy, and aromatic. You can tell it's made with love and tradition. * Macaroni with cheese: Creamy, cheesy, and made just right--comfort food at its best. Not baked, but still Great. I always order extra ! * Fried plantains: Golden and sweet with a perfect crisp on the outside. * Pikliz & gravy: The pikliz added that tangy, spicy crunch that ties everything together beautifully. The gravy? Poured it on everything! Can't wait to explore more on the menu !

Pearl of the Island in Margate is a hidden gem for authentic Haitian food. The portions are…read moregenerous and the flavors are rich, fresh, and absolutely delicious. Everything tasted well seasoned and made with care. My o ly issue was the macaroni was sooo cold, as if they didn't even bother to warm it up and the griot was really dry. Overall, If you are looking for great Haitian cuisine that leaves you full and somewhat satisfied, this spot is definitely worth a visit.

I haven't had a lot of Haitian food before, so I wanted to give Pearl of the Island a shot as I…read moreheard it was good. The ambiance is that of a fast casual restaurant with and order counter and tables lining the outer perimeter of the restaurant. There are TVs playing as well. The service wasn't particularly friendly, the two ladies up front seemed more interested in chatting than helping me with the menu. The lunch special came with a soda but they do not offer diet soda and they will not substitute bottled water. I walked in for pickup, and the two lunches probably took 15-20 minutes to be prepared. My husband got the griot, which was flavorful but dry. I got the stewed chicken which was slightly overcooked and underseasoned. I did enjoy the fried smashed plantains, but the rice and beans tasted weirdly ashy? We barely touched those. The pikliz was only ok. Overall, I would not return as I was disappointed.

Food fire if you like Haitian food. They're nice people. Make fire legume, griot and rice is nice…read more If you like Turkey, they got good fried turkey too. Would 100 percent recommend and it's affordable.

I went here for the first time with my hubby to pick up some takeout and I was afraid because it…read morewas 30 minutes prior to closing that our food would be stale, but it was fresh and delicious as of we'd ordered during normal hours. I'll definitely go back a second time.

This place did not disappoint! We ordered the Jon Jon rice, wings, and griyo--and everything was…read moredelicious. From the moment we walked in, the service was excellent. There's a small seating area with a few tables, and the food came out pretty quickly. You could tell it was fresh and made to order. Let me say this--and I mean it in the best way possible--for a Caribbean restaurant, the service was top notch. That's not always the case, so it was a pleasant surprise. Highly recommend!

This place is a gem . Go find out why and let me know! It's in a small size plaza. Inside is super…read morechilled. Good kompa and amazing service. The: FoodServiceAmbiance

I was really happy to find this spot. I've been familiar with Haitian cuisine for many years, so…read moreI'm always excited when I come across a place serving good, authentic Haitian food. The grill tasted very fresh and flavorful. They also serve a gravy on the side which was surprisingly good -- and that's saying a lot because I'm usually not much of a gravy person. The pikliz was tasty; my only complaint is that I would have liked a little more of it, although that may have just been something I should have checked before leaving. The rice was excellent. It had a really nice flavor with a slightly peppery finish and honestly stood out as some of the better rice I've had at a Haitian restaurant. They also offer a house tea that goes along with the name Choublak (which the owner Marcus mentioned means hibiscus). The tea contains sorrel and is definitely worth trying if you visit. Another thing I appreciated was seeing a hands-on owner. Marcus is both the owner and the chef, and it shows in the attention to the food and the way he interacts with customers. Overall, if you're looking to try Haitian food, this is a great spot to check out. They have a small sit-down area and offer lunch specials Wednesday through Friday, which is a good opportunity to stop by and try the menu.

Called in the order and was told 20mins but did not get my food until 40-50mins then when I went to…read morepay they then said after I was waiting for half hour that their credit card machine was down. Very unprofessional

Tried the griot, black rice, rice and beans and pressed plantain. The griot was fresh and very…read moretender. The black rice could've had more flavor. The rice and beans were flavorful and the rice was cooked perfectly. I could've had two orders of the plantains. They were fried just right. The few times I've been, you can tell they know when to change their grease.

I called this resturaunt at 9:25PM yesterday and asked what time they close. They said they close…read moreat 10 PM and I said i was on my way but I was going to call back at 9:35 once I got my family's order together which was going to be over $200. I called back 3 times at 9:35 and they didn't answer. I proceed to drive to Le Chic and I arrived at 9:47. They refused to take my order because the person in the back no longer wanted to cook. They wouldn't serve me or another patron. I asked to speak to the owner because your employees were turning down orders and they stated he wasn't in. It was my first time at the establishment and I will never return.

They have the best legume and grio. Their meat is well seasoned and cook perfect. Couple minutes…read moreago I order some meatballs and macaroni and some beans and rice. Wow I can't believe I so full right now I can't even finish studying for my exam. Also their lemonade is the best only need some more ice. But after that their food is the bomb. You should try them to see guys.

Food service ambiance All of them was good it was a good…read moreexperience though! I recommend you guys to go find out by Ourselves

This plate was $15......somebody make it make sense. I know the economy is bad but charging $15 for…read morea lunch special plate that is pretending to be a dinner plate is embarrassing!

My long time college roomate came down for our friends wedding this weekend. Being hatian and all,…read moreI wanted to take him to an authentic spot so he can get the real SFL experience. Going in, the interior was very clean and clearly gave off carribean vibes. The tables inside were jumping with other patrons, but we were seated rather quickly. For dinner, we ordered 1x griot dinner complete (meaning the platter; rice & peas, pikliz, plaintains), 1x lassot complete (fried turkey), and 2x pate codes (think of a loaded hatian empanada; we ordered 1x fish and 1x chicken). Moving on with our review; everything was excellent! The griot had a nice crispy exterior but was tenderly seasoned inside. The lassot was surprisingly moist and crispy too. To include, the contrast of the onions marinated with the green seasoning on top. The rice & peas were cooked perfectly as they were light as air and plantains were crispy & salted nicely too. The pate codes were huge in size and flavor as well! My preference would be the original over the fish, but they both packed a tangy, savory, and spicy punch! Moreover, we had the pleasure of meeting and being served by the owner, who was very friendly and attentive. Overall, we were highly satisfied with our experience and would definitely recommend this spot for anybody who's looking for quality hatian cusuine. Final verdict 5/5!

Absolutely delicious foods! Ordered from here today for the first time, kind patient front staff…read morewho helped me choose my order as I'm not too familiar with Haitian foods. Large dinner take out portion--served in an aluminum half sheet covered tray! I work next door at the CMVC Nursing School and will definitely be ordering again

ZERO stars! First time trying this place. Unsuccessful at calling in order bc phone ringer was on…read moresilent. No greeting or customer service. I ask what food was available she went to the back and said all are ready. Ordered after 5 mins she said if I paid it'll would be quicker. I pique at 2:52. At 3:08, she said food will be ready in 10 mins. At 3:25 she told me they didn't have any griot. Only 1 plate was served to a food delivery person while I was waiting. I was so disappointed in the experience. Waited 30 + mins to say they were out of my food w no apology. I requested a refund and left. Be careful choosing this place to eat and be ready to wait.