The Best Haitian Addresses in Montreal: Our suggestions
One of the most beautiful aspects of Montreal is its cultural diversity. This is reflected in the city’s culinary scene, which allows you to taste a huge and varied range of products and flavours. Among the many types of cuisine found in Montreal, Haitian cuisine is one that we love!
Haitian immigration to the city began almost 100 years ago. In fact, the Centre d’histoire de Montréal has recorded that, as early as 1930, many young Haitians were studying in Montreal! It was not until the mid-1940s and again in 1970 that waves of immigration to Quebec took place, mainly because of the political, economic and geological context in Haiti. Today, the Haitian community and its dynamic culture are actively involved in building Montreal’s excellent gastronomic reputation.
Here is our list of the best Haitian restaurants in Montreal, to help you discover (or rediscover) this excellent cuisine:
SPECIAL MENTIONS to these addresses:
- Steve-Anna: Steve-Anna is a very popular Haitian snack bar located in Saint-Michel. With its counter formula, the house offers a variety of dishes rich in tropical flavours.
- Fourchette Antillaise: A great restaurant located on Salaberry Street, this place offers a fine Haitian cuisine experience. Cabri in sauce, creole shrimps and beef tasso, are a few of the delights on the menu.
- Sous Le Palmier: Whether you want to eat in or take out, Sous Le Palmier offers a delicious, authentic menu in a friendly and unpretentious space.
- Chez Toutou: Chez Toutou is an address that was highly recommended by our readers! Located on Bélanger Street East, in Saint-Michel, this small restaurant invites you to enjoy Creole-flavoured dishes.
Note that the team has also prepared a list of excellent Caribbean restaurants in Montreal!
Le Rodman Bar Festif
Le Rodman is a lively Caribbean-inspired bar and restaurant located in Montreal’s Mile-End. It’s the project of Akim Acacia, co-owner of Piklìz. Chef Lordna offers Caribbean dishes with a refined twist, including beef skewers, fritay, and a standout cornflake-crusted chicken. The kitchen stays open until 2 a.m., serving a late-night menu featuring fried plantains, griot, and jerk chicken sandwiches. Cocktails by Maximilien Jean are bold and well-crafted, such as the Mai Tai Kremas and Martini Djondjon. The atmosphere shifts throughout the evening: soft and intimate at first, then picking up with an Afro/kompa playlist and a lively, festive energy.
Montréal
3 Pierres 1 Feu
3 Pierres 1 Feu is a soulful restaurant located in the Jean‑Talon Market, inspired by the ancestral Haitian method of cooking over a fire. Led by chefs Paul Toussaint and Texan pitmaster Damien Brockway, the menu blends Afro‑Caribbean barbecue with Texas-style smoke and fresh Québec ingredients. Signature dishes include jerk chicken, smoked brisket, griot, and lamb méchoui, often served with plantain fries, rice and peas, and other flavorful sides. The atmosphere is warm and communal, evoking memory and tradition through both its food and its decor, which references Toussaint’s homeland.
Montréal
Meli-Melo Market
Marché Méli Mélo initially opened its doors on Jarry Street as a small grocery store in 1984. After having been a great success with the residents of the neighbourhood, the address opened its restaurant counter a few years later. Since then, one can savour delicious Haitian dishes, to eat in or take-out. These dishes reflect the cultural diversity of the neighbourhood. We love this neighbourhood staple and their generous, delicious and affordable dishes.
Montréal
Palme
The menu at Le Palme (short for palm tree) is like a journey through the West Indies thanks to its flavours or, as in the chef’s words, a representation of the countries where palm trees grow. The destination lends itself perfectly to summer and one comes here to savour delicious accras, jerk chicken, tasso de cabri—a traditional West Indian dish interpreted by the chef—, griot salad and many others in a place that is both refined and very welcoming.
Montréal
Casse-croûte Sissi & Paul
Sissi et Paul is a very popular casse-croûte located on Jean-Talon Street east. In a cozy little dining room, the house offers a variety of delicious Haitian dishes. Griot, macaroni salad, accras and much more await you here! Our favourite: the griot. It is without a doubt a staple on their menu.
Montréal
Comptoir Plaza Creole
Kwizinn is an excellent restaurant that offers delicious Haitian dishes on Plaza Saint-Hubert. Since 2017, the house offers dishes with warm flavours, including a succulent griot, a tasty tassot de cabrit, and spicy BBQ chicken—just the way we like it. We strongly recommend that you finish your meal with their excellent banana fritters. What a treat! You can also visit their second location in Verdun.
Montréal
SHANDMAS
Nestled on Ontario Street, Shandmas stands out as one of the best Haitian restaurants in the city, serving authentic cuisine from the pearl of the Antilles. The owners, Marie-Aliette Forges and Duckens Ernest, welcome guests with warm, friendly hospitality into their little corner of Haiti.
Montréal
Piklìz
Piklìz opened in 2019, when the Acacia brothers, Akim and Abdel, decided to offer a refreshed, refined take on Haitian cuisine. The menu pays tribute to the classics — griot, riz djondjon — while exploring lighter, unexpected flavours: Lakay salad, a vegetarian bowl, crispy plantains served with guacamole, griot poutine, and many other surprises. We’re especially fond of the Ti Bato as a starter! Piklìz also offers a festive, colourful cocktail list, featuring the beloved classic Ti-Punch.
Montreal
L'Atelier Duo de Chef
L’Atelier Duo de Chef has been run by Rick-Andy Jean-Baptiste, Donald Joseph Karl-Jude Cétoute, and Rémi Jean-Baptiste since 2019. Located in Rivière-des-Prairies, Duo de Chef operates as a takeout counter and catering service. The menu features a variety of decadent dishes, generous portions, and explosive flavours. The star of the menu — and rightly so — is without a doubt the griot mac & cheese!
Montréal
Restaurant Kamúy
Kamúy, located in Montreal’s Quartier des Spectacles, is the creation of Haitian chef Paul Toussaint. Here, the menu showcases sustainable ingredients, joyfully weaving together local products, intoxicating spices, and root vegetables sourced from across the Caribbean. Every detail — from the décor to the dishes to the music — has been carefully designed to reflect Caribbean traditions. At Kamúy, you don’t just eat well; you also celebrate a rich culture and a vibrant community.
Montréal
Kanasuk Cuisine Creole
Kanasuk Cuisine Créole is the perfect spot in Montréal-Nord to enjoy authentic Haitian flavours, just like home. This warm, family-run restaurant serves all the beloved classics: crispy griot, riz collé, lalo, bouillon, Haitian patties… and let’s not forget their ultra-refreshing homemade juices. Portions are generous, dishes are made with love, and the atmosphere is as friendly as it gets. In short, it’s a true ray of sunshine on a plate — and an address to discover if you want to travel without leaving Montreal!
Montréal
Tassot Montreal
Born and raised in the heart of Haiti, the founder of Tassot Créole grew up surrounded by the aromas of cooking, thanks to his mother — a chef and proud owner of a local restaurant. It was there, among steaming pots and cherished family recipes, that he developed his love for good food: fresh, homemade, and filled with heart. Driven by this deep-rooted passion, he set out to recreate a little corner of Haiti here. Tassot Créole now has eight locations, and their menu features all the Haitian classics we know and love!
Montréal
