
Top Haitian Restaurants in Miami You Need to Try in 2025
, by Seo Guy , 3 min reading time
, by Seo Guy , 3 min reading time
Miami has long been the heart of Haitian cuisine in the U.S., and 2025 is no different. From griot platters in North Miami to garden-side plates near Little Haiti, the city serves soulful classics alongside modern Caribbean takes. Use this list as your eat-local roadmap—and if you love the flavors, rep the culture with tees, kitchenware, and more at CreoleSizzle.com.
A Little Haiti institution for 30+ years, Naomi’s combines homestyle plates with a leafy outdoor patio. Expect generous portions of oxtail, legim, fried fish, and weekend specials. Order at the window, then head to the garden and let the music and aromas set the vibe. Address: 650 NW 71st St, Miami. (naomismiami.com)
Chef Creole is practically synonymous with Miami Haitian seafood. With multiple locations across Miami-Dade, it’s a go-to for fried snapper, conch, and shrimp plates, plus griot and pikliz. If you want quick service and huge flavor, this is it; check the site for the location nearest you. (chefcreole.com)
Cash-only, no-frills, and beloved for its authenticity, Piman Bouk draws a loyal crowd for breakfast, fritay, and late-night cravings. The griot is crisp, the spaghetti is properly saucy, and portions are generous. Address: 5932 NE 2nd Ave, Miami. (Yelp)
This cozy North Miami spot keeps things classic—think tassot dinde, pâtés, soups, and daily specials. It’s the kind of dining room where you settle in and let the kitchen cook what they do best. Address: 13315 W Dixie Hwy, North Miami. (Yelp)
What started as a food truck now serves some of the city’s crispiest akra and griot from a brick-and-mortar with backyard energy. Late hours, hearty platters, and that unmistakable North Miami buzz make Lakay a staple. Address: 12325 NE 6th Ave, North Miami. (The Infatuation)
Hidden-gem status with a cult following for seafood stews and langue de boeuf, Fidele focuses on flavor over frills. Pop in for takeout or a quick sit-down and let the steam from the kitchen convince you. Address: 12391 NE 6th Ave, North Miami. (The Infatuation)
Modern Caribbean with Haitian soul, Manjay serves “fast-but-crafted” bowls and plates—from jerk to one of South Florida’s best griot. You’ll find them at The Citadel and in Doral; it’s a great intro for friends new to Haitian flavors. (manjayrestaurant.com)
Breakfast, Haitian lunch plates, juices, and smoothies anchor this low-key North Miami spot. Come for a comforting midday stew and stay for the neighborhood feel. Address: 176 NE 167th St, Miami. (legenierestaurantmiami.com)
Naomi’s is more than a restaurant; it’s community. The “garden” is a stage for culture, the menu reads like a family album, and the portions feel like a hug. If you’re mapping one stop to feel Miami’s Haitian heartbeat, make it Naomi’s—then bring that energy home with culture-forward merch and kitchen essentials from CreoleSizzle.com. (naomismiami.com)
Start around Little Haiti for Naomi’s and Piman Bouk, then head north on Dixie Highway for L’Auberge, Lakay, Fidele, and Chef Creole locations. Wrap with a modern spin at Manjay, and you’ve tasted the arc of Miami’s Haitian flavors in a single day. (chefcreole.com)
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