Lakou Haitian restaurant

5630 N Graham St, Charlotte
(980) 858-9556

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Robert W

Food was good. But a little high for what you get

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 3

Bertrand Augustin

I called to place an order the girl who answered was extremely professional and has great customer service. I order 2 griot. My food was ready and waiting for me. Food is delicious.
That’s the type of service i look forward too

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Green Plantain, Griot Plater, Pikiliz

Yolanda Boulware

It was crowded the only down fall is if you call your order in yiu still have to wait a while but food is always good I had the stew chicken black rice cabbage and sweet plantains.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Dolphins 72

The Boulèt is amazing it’s a spicy meat ball Haitian dish top and great portion size the restaurant best in Carolina’s 🇭🇹

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Christina Richardson

Update: This was my second time visiting this Haitian restaurant, and once again they did not disappoint! Everything was fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. The seasoning and authentic flavors really stood out, you can tell the food is prepared with care and love. The service was top-notch as usual; the staff was attentive, friendly, and made the whole experience even better. Definitely one of my favorite spots, and I’ll keep coming back whenever I’m craving Haitian food!

Overall, this restaurant continues to impress me. It’s rare to find a place that delivers on both amazing food and excellent service every single time, but they do it effortlessly. I highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys authentic, delicious Haitian cuisine, whether it’s your first time trying it or you’re already a fan, this is the spot to go!

A Hidden Gem for Authentic Haitian Cuisine!
I had the absolute pleasure of dining at this incredible spot recently, and I can’t say enough good things about it. If you’re looking for authentic Haitian food packed with flavor and made with love, this is the place.

We ordered the oxtails with black rice and plantains, along with the stewed chicken, cabbage, and red beans and rice—and every single bite was amazing. The oxtails were perfectly tender and seasoned to perfection, and the black rice had such rich depth of flavor. The stewed chicken was equally delicious—juicy, well-spiced, and comforting, with the cabbage and beans rounding it out beautifully.

We also tried the beef and chicken patties—flaky, savory, and just the right amount of spice. And to top it all off, the passion fruit lemonade was the perfect refreshing finish. It was sweet, tangy, and so refreshing.

The food was fantastic, the service was warm, and the atmosphere was welcoming. This is the kind of place that makes you want to come back again and again. Highly recommend!
Side note: I wish we had taken pictures but we dug right in as soon as we received our order.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Haitian Chicken, Sweet Plantain

Nat Cook

That food is BUSSIN

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Sania Assaf

Oxtails!!!!! I asked for my food to be spicy! I inhaled my food. Next time it’s the whole red snapper for me! Thank you Natasha!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jordan Alexis

Where’s the Epis? Where’s the flavor? Charlotte doesn’t have good Caribbean food

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 2

Gabriella Counou

Food was delicious !
😋 will be back

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Felicia Miley

I tried the ri Djon Djon with goat meat in sauce and it was very good 👍🏽. I will come back

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Alexis Janeè

Great Service! 10 out of 10 First Time Experience 🥰

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tytiana

The food was good and very flavorful. I got the stewed snapper with mac and cheese & black rice. Leyla was very sweet and patient.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Nya Black

Hands down The best Haitian food in Charlotte!! Ive ate here twice and Service was excellent, food fresh and not a crazy long wait! They had a DJ on the Sunday I went but not crazy loud DJ. Still chill vibe inside! The employees clearly love their job and care about the food and service! 100/10 Will be back very soon!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jenny Simon

Customer service was amazing!!! Food even better. I also got the soursop/ lemonade, super refreshing! The meat of the chicken and oxtail is very seasoned. Next time I’m in NC I would definitely come back here for food. Their patties are also made fresh in the restaurant.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Sporadic Travels

Service 5 stars!
Friendly, helpful, offered free sample.

Food 5 stars!
Made fresh, tastes delicious.

Atmosphere/ ambiance 5 stars!
Lots of places to sit and wait while food is being prepared. Decor/art work is tasteful and creative.

Cleanliness 5 stars!
Restroom clean and good smelling air freshener. All tables, chairs, floor were clean and tidy.

Favorites: griot pork, djon djon black rice, Haitian mac, green plantains.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Haitian Mac, Griot Plater

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