FriTai, New Orleans, U.S.A

Follow me into Fritai!

Drink Special - Papa Kokoye (Clarin Sajous, Lime, Passionfruit, Coco Lopez) Food Special - Lambi kreyol

AKRA - Spiced root vegetable fritters served with pikliz dip (spicy)

Griyo - Crispy pork with rice and beans, fried plantains, pikliz and sauce creole

FRITAI
During my last visit to New Orleans, I wanted to eat off the beaten path, and my favorite stop was a solo dinner date at Fritai.

Fritai (Chef - Charly Pierre) boasts classical Haitian Street Food with a twist and imaginative cocktails.

Sitting at the wooden bar counter, amongst the zinc and colorful décor, and laughter allowed me to, if only for a minute, feel like I was having dinner at my great-grandmother's house in Grenada. 
 
It's an intimate but lively nook with a consistently good playlist. The knowledgeable service made from scratch sauces and syrups added a truly special touch to all I sampled.
 
Features:
Haitian spirits (alcoholic)
Traditional Haitian dishes
Music
Dine-in
 
Price Point:
10-16 USD per beverage (averaging)
15> USD  per meal (appetizer included)

Pros
Great atmosphere
Interesting drink menu
Small plates are an option now
Friendly service
Décor
 
Cons
It's essentially one room, so spacing is intimate; it can get a bit noisy.

​Let me know in the comments if you have r will be trying Fritai or any other Haitian inspired restaurants in the comments.

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