I loooove this place! It's so hard to find Haitian food in Los Angeles, let alone GOOD Hatian food and Island Flavors is definitely that spot. I've been here plenty of times now and love the staff as well as the party vibe ambiance especially when watching Haiti compete in the World Cup.
I have ordered multiple dishes here and everything is delicious! I've had the Griot, Oxtail, Tasso Kabrit, Pate, Bannan Cups, Djon Djon Rice (black mushroom rice), Sweet Plantains, Bannan Peze (pressed plantains) and Passion fruit juice...basically the whole menu lol. Oh and can't forget my fave the pikliz!!!
I haven't been to Haiti, but the owners are from there and brought their unique spices and flavors to Los Angeles. Whether I'm getting take-out or dining in, this food definitely hits the spot!
We loved the food.
First time trying Haitian food but not the last. Every dish was freshly cooked right at the front of the restaurant.
The ambiance was very authentic and we enjoyed the music too.
The owner and his staff were extremely welcoming and nice.
5
Okay, to preface i know basically nothing about Haitian food or afro-caribbean food in general, but this was one of our first stops on our way to learning more.
Not only did we get some great conversation with the chef-owner, met his mom, and learned quite a bit about the cuisine and the chef's personal history, the food is amazing. If we lived anywhere near here we'd be ordering or visiting all the time.
The door is not easy to find, as they don't have their sign up yet (picture attached), and the neighborhood can seem a little rough around the edges, but the food is 10/10 worth just about anything you need to do to get it, and everyone we talked to was incredibly warm and friendly.
We tried:
Tasso kabrit (fried goat), which was perfectly seasoned, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The gaminess of the goat was beautifully controlled.
Oxtail, which was braised perfectly. The meat was tender and fall-off-the-bone without being crumbly, and the seasoning was amazing.
Djon djon rice, which i don't even need to discuss; just get it because it's incredible.
Black beans and rice, which was so savory i wouldn't believe them when they told me it was vegan. The texture of the rice was also spot on; tender with a bit of a chew.
Sos pwa, a thin black bean sauce which went perfectly with the rice dishes and meats.
Pikliz, which added a lovely crunch and spicy, briny brightness to anything and everything on the plate; I asked for extra and wished I had gotten even more.
Bannan peze, which were crispy fried plantains; a really nice starchy complement to the meats and rice, with a touch of savory and sweetness that kind of brings everything together.
If you're at all curious about Haitian food (and I kinda feel like you should be), this place should be on your radar.
5
I love Haitian food! I ordered so much and the food was amazing. The owners are kind and was able to teach us a lot. I felt very welcomed and left with extra food for later! This is true authentic Haitian food.
5
5-Star Review – Island Flavors Caribbean Cuisine
If you’re craving authentic Caribbean food that tastes like it was made straight from the heart, Island Flavors Caribbean Cuisine is a must-try. I just ate here, and from the first bite to the last, everything was bursting with flavor. You can taste the love and tradition in every dish — this is the kind of food that brings you home, even if you’ve never been to Haiti.
The service is just as incredible as the food. Warm, welcoming, and attentive — they treat you like family. The atmosphere strikes a perfect balance: comfortable, with a cool, hip vibe that makes you want to stick around a little longer.
Whether you’re new to Haitian cuisine or grew up with it, this place hits the mark. Don’t sleep on Island Flavors — this is real Caribbean soul food done right.
