I am Haitian and love haitian food. But this??? Absolute garbage food. The fish was off tasting and extremely bland. The "Diri Jon Jon" was oily and dry at the same time!? The chicken was dry asf and also had no seasoning. Not sure if the normal cooks were sick or gone but that was a terrible experience. Not one of the staff spoke a lick of creole. I paid $70 bucks for haitian food that felt more like a joke or gimmick. Do better yall... read more

Zeke's Kitchen & Bar - New American Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

I really enjoyed Zeke's . My cousin recommended this place to me when I needed some dinner the other night. I had no idea where to go since I've been living in the Lithia Springs area, but Smyrna was only 20 mins so decided to try something new. I went in thinking I was going to order to go but as soon as I walked in I saw that Zeke's was a vibe so I decided to turn this take home night into a solo date night for myself. My favorite part about this experience was the really amazing bartender. I never grabbed his name but he was bald and had the friendliest personality. Their service was great and the food came out exceptionally fast. I could have used a little less dressing on my salad and usually prefer greens rather than iceberg lettuce but it still was pretty good. Will definitely be back to try their other menu items! read more

Zeke's Kitchen & Bar - Jerk chicken salad and yucca frites - New American Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

Great food, atmosphere and service. I eat here whenever I'm in town and they never disappoint.

Love this place!! My hubby and I are regulars!!! My face is the Jhon Jhon bowl with salmon. My husband has tried many dishes on the menu and loved them! read more

What I know about Haitian food could fit the top of a pin, but if Zeke's is a fair representation, I now know that it must be flavorful. The djon djon bowl was the crowning glory of our order, and it deserves all the hype it gets here on Yelp. I was curious about what 'djon djon' was, and when we asked our server, she explained it was their version of a traditional black rice made with beans or mushrooms. Whatever was in it, it was the most delicious bed for the charred plantains, grilled shrimp, and toppings. It can also be ordered with jerk chicken, salmon, or avocado - all of which I'm looking forward to trying on return visits. The menu describes the accompanying aioli as 'epic,' which is entirely correct. It reminded me of a slightly spicier version of the white sauce that comes with Halal food, and it brought the whole bowl together beautifully. My husband ordered a jerk chicken salad, which he praised as "fresh and tasty". We were a little less enthusiastic about the salmon dip, which sounded delicious on the menu but turned out to be a little saltier than I would've preferred. What rounded up our love for Zeke's was the service. Our water glasses were constantly refilled, food was bussed out with efficiency, and our servers couldn't be kinder or more welcoming. The interior is surprisingly nice (in fact, as we walked in, my husband wondered aloud if this was too fancy a place for our athleisure outfits), but I agree with one reviewer about the music being a tad loud. Luckily, here are a few outdoor tables available for those who might feel similarly. read more

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What a hidden gem! I have been here a few times but usually get it to go. We had one little mishap but the waitress took care of us so well that we forgot about it. Bees knees is always my go to cocktail and theirs has fresh squeezed lemons in it! We only got appetizers because they are too good to just get one. The salmon dip has large amount on the crostinis they do not skimp! Griot tacos were so good their sauce on top is beyond amazing. Better than most taco places! You can never go wrong with the conch fritters they are crunchy and have some cabbage and sauce. We also got the plantain nachos and they are just too filling. We actually had to take some home. The jerk chicken is seasoned so well with a fresh pico. If you havent been here. Go! read more

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Not only was the food amazing but I had such a great experience thanks to my waitress, Star! She was incredibly nice and pleasant from the moment I sat down. Her positive attitude and friendly smile made me feel truly welcome. What stood out the most was how attentive she was..she checked on me regularly without being overbearing, always making sure I had everything I needed. It's rare to find such genuine and consistent service these days. Star really made my visit special, and I'll definitely be coming back because of her! read more

Zeke's Kitchen & Bar - Tasso Griot (Pork) so good!!!! - New American Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

Did a to go order for small bites .... I was greeted upon entering. Very cute and laid back. I loved the black and white photos in the restaurant: the Haitian patties with pikliz and conch fritters were delicious. The djon djon was flavorful. I can't wait to return and dine in. read more

Zeke's Kitchen & Bar - New American Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

One of the best rum punches I've ever had! The flavor was perfectly balanced--strong but smooth, with just the right amount of sweetness and tropical taste. It was refreshing and clearly made with care. Definitely a must-try if you visit. I'll be coming back for another! read more

This was a fantastic experience!! I was so excited to find this restaurant on YELP, the menu took me back to my favorite shores of the BVI. The conch fritters were delicious and the griot tacos were on point! Have the bartender mix you a painkiller, it was even better than ones I've had on the island. Great atmosphere and friendly service. read more

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My friends and I visited on a Thursday evening. I had never been to Zeke's, but had heard great things about the restaurant, so it's been on my list for a while. Our server was named Jessica, and she was awesome! We let her know as soon as we sat down that we'd be a slow table, since we know we like to take our time and talk - she laughed and told us it was perfectly fine with her. The Rum Punch is delicious, and was the drink special of the day - a win-win for us. Plantain Nachos - these were probably my favorite thing I ate that night. The Tostadas went really well with the toppings (jerk chicken, pico, and a sauce). I thing it came with 5 good-sized tostada nachos, so it's a nice starter for sharing. Ceviche - this appetizer also came with tostadas, but I think plantain chips would've paired better and would've helped with scooping the ceviche for sure. Tasted solid though. Conch Fritters - I think these were my least favorite, mostly because of texture, not taste. The flavor and the accompanying sauce were good Oxtail - They do not skimp on the oxtail at Zeke's. They don't use thinly-sliced oxtails like some other places, and the oxtail is meaty and tender. They tasted very good and the rice and peas was really flavorful. My only complaint was that some of the fat could have been trimmed off - so it made the plate pretty oily. Rasta Pasta - My friend ordered this and enjoyed it. It wasn't spicy at all, so if you're sensitive to heat then you'll be fine with this dish. Overall, we really enjoyed our experience and the food and I would recommend. I'm definitely going back to try some more Haitian dishes on their menu! read more

Zeke's Kitchen & Bar - Dinner menu - New American Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

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Great service - the waitress (Megan) was not only a wonderful waitress but a delightful individual who made our visit even more enjoyable. The appetizers were delicious. The hardest part was deciding which to order. I suggest they offer a sampler plate to allow guests the pleasure of each. The Zeledon "Old Fashion" was a scrupulous drink specialty I highly recommend. As for the entrees, we had four different ones and each was a treat. Try them all! Definitely coming back again - well worth the trip for us! read more

Zeke's Kitchen & Bar - Conch Fritters (yep- they were delicious!) - New American Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

I dined in at Zeke's Kitchen & Bar with a group during lunch yesterday. The Yelp reviews really had me excited to try it out and the food did not disappoint. Our server was friendly and attentive. The menu was easy to digest and the prices were fair for the portions offered. We shared a few appetizers: the plantain nachos, salmon dip and conch fritter and the salmon dip was my FAVE. It was smoky, flavorful and cool! I would def. recommend it if you like salmon! The conch fritter was pretty good as well. I liked the jerk chicken on the plantain nachos and crema sauce, but thought the plantain needed a touch of salt. I would not order that appetizer again. For my entree, I had the Rasta Pasta with a side of sweet plantains and I enjoyed the flavors on the chicken and in the sauce. The shrimp were large and of good quality. It tasted even better the next day as leftovers. Every one seemed to enjoy their food. I would definitely return and try other entrees. read more

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Food was great. If you love Caribbean food you won't miss a beat and the bar is quaint and the drinks are really good. Solid 10/10 . Will be back This place should be more busy, ask for Rachel read more

Okay. Was part of a party of 10 that went to celebrate a bday. The food was solid: I had ox tails and plantain that were both excellent, and others in my party had salads that looked amazing! The bar drinks certainly let you know you were having an adult beverage! Unfortunately, in spite of attentive service by our wait staff, points points were lost on how they handled the check; the first check we received was inaccurate: it had double charged items (glad we checked, suggest you do the same, sometimes we don't!) The bigger issue was that the establishment only will accept two credit cards per table and did not tell us until the check was presented. Chaos ensued. We eventually paid our $367 or so bill with cash and 1 credit card-which then made me question the tacked on service charge which I assumed was the credit card fee. Anyhow, summary: decent place, with good to superior food: generous portions, moderately priced. I'd encourage the management to focus on better communications with your large parties reservationists to ensure they are aware of your 2 credit card max PRIOR to arrival so they can plan ahead accordingly. read more

Zeke's is a neighborhood spot we've been wanting to try. The decor is sorta black modern farmhouse, dotted with Caribbean paintings. We went during the lunch timeframe so it was fairly empty. Or server was nice and described features on the menu. We ordered the plantain nachos as an appetizer. It was flavorful and I appreciated the spin on classic nachos. I personally would have liked more pico on top or something to just give it more of a kick. I ordered the Djon Djon bowl and my partner ordered the Rasta Pasta. I REALLY liked the Djon Djon Rice Bowl, which came on a large plate. Now this dish took me to Flavor Town. The black rice base was well seasoned. The toppings were good. All the flavors came together, which was nicely rounded out with a cilantro and crème based aioli drizzle. I tasted the pasta, and in my opinion, it was a little heavy on a white cheese. Not sure how to describe it but it wasn't a good white cheese flavor. That didn't stop my partner from eating every bite. He also ordered an Old Fashion, which was too sweet for him, but I liked it. We will definitely be back and will have to save room for their rum cake. read more

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Came here on a lunch break and literally half of the menu was out. We spoke to the manager and asked what was going on and all she said was sorry they didn't get a truck. I would probably never come back which is unfortunate because I had high hopes. read more

Overall a very good experience. Pleasant hostess and waitress plus the owner (or possibly chef) came out to check on us, he was very engaging. My wife had an excellent drink and one of the bowls, she was super happy with both. I had the blackened grouper. It was a generous portion and very tasty. Came with yucca frites and a dipping sauce that were also very good. Perfect seasoning level on both. We were late for an appointment and had to hurry out, so I didn't have time to question the extra fee on our bill. Forgot if it was a transaction fee or processing fee but it seemed odd. read more

Zeke's Kitchen & Bar - Blackened Grouper - New American Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

I've been searching for authentic rasta pasta for at least a few months now - you know, the kind with peppers, onions, and a dynamite sauce. After lots of searching, I stumbled upon Zeke's and decided to give it a shot. I'm glad I did because the rasta pasta was flavorful and needed nothing added. The chef did me a solid by adding corn and peas since I'm a veggie guy. It was so good that even my picky son liked it and said he's getting it next time - and oh yeah, there will be a next time. The price was right, and the service was even better. I loved how open and airy the place was, with a nice selection of music that didn't overpower the atmosphere. All in all, give them a shot if you want good Jamaican food. Oh, and we also got the oxtail - they were the biggest (no diddy lol) we've had in ATL since moving here. I highly recommend Zeke's! read more

Zeke's Kitchen & Bar - Oxtails over rice. - New American Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

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Zekes is a place to get authentic Haitian food with flavor! Ambiance is great. Haitian music plays while you eat and frankly the playlist is great! The service is good, admittedly they were busy but I'd like to think that's the service standard regardless. Table of 6 + a kid Conch fritters Plantain nachos Griot tacos -- this was my favorite 2 fish sandwiches on Cuban bread one with the yucca is comes with and one with rice and beans (diri kole) 1 Haitian sandwich with yucca 2 Tassot plates - griot Rasta Pasta Extra pikliz Cocktails Haitian crémas - think coquito with chocolate as a twist (this is a restaurant thing, it doesn't usually have chocolate) 1804 (tasted like more purée and juice, no alcohol flavor) Verdict: go especially if you want to try Haitian food, everything was good except the drink 1804. I'd be back if I was in Smyrna. read more

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I discovered this place online, and a person I mentioned it to couldn't stop raving about it. They highly recommended the Djon Djon Bowl and the Rasta Pasta, so I ordered both--and they were absolutely fantastic. I also tried the yucca fries and the salmon dip, both of which were excellent. The salmon dip came with a side of baguette, though I would have preferred the baguette to be toasted a bit crunchier. As for the yucca fries, they were seasoned lightly, cooked to perfection, and paired with a delicious dip. My only complaint is I really wish the portion of fries had been larger. From the moment I walked in, the service was outstanding. The young lady at the front desk was bubbly, friendly, and genuinely excited to take my order. A gentleman who assisted her was also attentive and welcoming. The vibe of the place was fantastic--cool music, a calm atmosphere, and an overall positive energy. Although I don't live around there anymore, I'm familiar with a lot of options nearby, but this spot is now an absolute must-visit whenever I'm back in the Smyrna-Mableton area. If you're looking for a great meal, this is the only restaurant you need to find. read more

We were in the area for a work trip and stopped in for lunch. This was my first experience with Haitian food and I loved it. The djon djon bowl with jerk chicken had so much flavor, and I loved the black rice. It has a spicy kick to it which I appreciated. It was a great lunch and I enjoyed each bite. The service was great and the waitress was patient with all of our questions. My coworkers loved their dishes as well. My boss ordered the whole fish and was raving about it. The vibe is modern and they have a good looking drink menu too. read more

Kevin was fantastic!!! Food and service were both spectacular. It's always the best vibes and energy whenever I go to Zeke's and today was just the same. Everyone that comes to town to visit, I bring to Zeke's and they share the same appreciation that I do! Try the griot tacos, conch fritters, djon djon bowl, Tasso plate with griot or cabrit, and the rum cake - those are just a few of the dishes I've had but everything has always been a hit. Anyone that has a chance to come here, please do - you will not be disappointed!! read more

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Although I previously wrote a review for Zeke's Kitchen, it has disappeared. Here's my second review. I returned to Zeke's with my husband after trying their food at Taste of Smyrna for two consecutive years. My first visit was over a year ago, and I had their Stewed Chicken, which they unfortunately no longer serve - a disappointment since I loved their rice, chicken, and sauce. This time I ordered the Djon Djon Bowl with Pork, it was okay. I should have tried it with the Jerk Chicken. The server we had was nice enough for me to try the Goat before I ordered my meal, but unfortunately, I did not like the Goat. So I decided on the Pork (going with my servers recommendation) not knowing it would be cooked the same way as the Goat. Both Pork and Goat are deep fried or over cooked which makes it hard to eat and are hard to chew. At Taste of Smyrna, I tried the Djon Djon Bowl with Jerk Chicken which I should have ordered from the get-go. My husband and I did like our appetizer which was the Shrimp Ceviche, so they have that going for them, but unfortunately they were out of their Roasted Chicken, Bronzino (Sea Bass) and Red Snapper that day - it was a Monday. I would have loved to try their Roasted Chicken, maybe next time! read more

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Great Cultural Cuisine! Nice intimate atmosphere! Great Customer Service! In regular rotation within my house hold food options!

A hidden gem for sure. Found this place on Yelp and arrived as soon as they opened. We started with drinks and the plantain nachos and chilled salmon dip. All were spot on. For my meal, I had the Rasta Pata. It was SOOOOOO good! I had enough to take home for leftovers. It had a little kick but it wasn't too spicy. The food and drinks were good enough for us to return. read more

Zeke's Kitchen & Bar - Plantain nachos - New American Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

Small quiet place. Good food great service. We will be back. .......... Why does a review need to be so long?

Absolutely delicious food served by the extremely friendly waitress Starr. She recognized us from a previous visit and made us feel welcome again. Excellent portion sizes. The must haves imo are the plantain nachos (tostones), the Haitian pulled pork tacos (griot) and the rum cake is knock your socks off. Great spicy margs as well! read more

Zeke's Kitchen & Bar - Rum cake - New American Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

Loved this spot! Got the traditional Haitian plate with griit (Tasso plate). Honestly best fruit I've had in a very long time, it was so moist and flavorful. Banan peze were delicious as well. Tried the Rasta pasta, so good! Will maybe have that next time even though it isn't Haitian. 12/10 recommend Reservation was easy to make and very accommodating for a larger party on a Saturday read more

Zeke's Kitchen & Bar - So so good - New American Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

Omg, so good! I ordered off of UberEats and was not disappointed. To go service: food was packaged well, no spilling in the bag or messy containers. Meal: I got the Djon Djon with salmon. It had great flavor and I love the kick of spice, the only critique is the salmon was on the dryer side. I do wish they included two limes with the dish in stead of one. I got a side of the jerk sauce and wasn't the biggest fan. Overall, good comfort food and I would definitely order from them in the future. read more

Zeke's Kitchen & Bar - Djon Djon Bowl with Salmon - New American Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

Went here for the first time today. We were seated quickly. And we were able to order right away and the food arrived quickly. The waitress was very nice and explained to us what some of the items were since we had never had Haitian food before. I ended up getting the djon djon bowl with jerk chicken and it was delightful. I really liked the aioli and the plaintains were amazing! It was ask my first time trying the djon djon rice and it did not disappoint. The jerk chicken sandwich also looked good! I'll have to be back. There was also plenty of parking and the ambience was classy and casual. It would be a good spot to go to for a date or even to celebrate a special occasion or just casually with family or friends. The only thing I would add is that the music was a bit loud, but overall it was a great experience. read more

Zeke's Kitchen & Bar - Jerk chicken sandwich - New American Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

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This is a decent Haitian restaurant In Atlanta. It's more Haitian fusion. The griot was pretty good., the white rice and chicken was pretty good. They had a long wait for food. We walked in with no reservations. Will try again. Place is pretty clean and simple . read more

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The food is flavourful and the atmosphere is pleasant. The customer service was also very good.