Haitian Food in NYC
Haitian cuisine is one of the most underrated in the Caribbean — rich, complex, and deeply rooted in African and French culinary traditions. New York City is home to the largest Haitian diaspora in the United States, and the food scene reflects that with everything from upscale Haitian restaurants to neighborhood takeout spots.
Must-Try Haitian Dishes
- Griot — Marinated and fried pork, crispy and tender
- Tasso — Fried goat or turkey, seasoned with epis
- Diri ak Djon Djon — Black mushroom rice, earthy and aromatic
- Legume — Mixed vegetable stew with meat, served over rice
- Soup Joumou — Squash soup served on January 1st to celebrate independence
- Pate Kode — Haitian savory patties filled with meat or herring
- Bannann Peze — Twice-fried plantains (tostones)
Where to Find Haitian Food in NYC
Flatbush · East Flatbush · Crown Heights · The Bronx · Harlem
