TapTap Cuisine — Restaurant in Portland

If you're searching for the best Haitian restaurant in Portland, look no further than Tap Tap. This vibrant spot isn’t just about incredible Haitian cuisine — it’s a full cultural experience that blends delicious food, stunning Haitian artwork, and energetic nightlife. This is easily one of the best Black-owned restaurants in Portland that offers an authentic taste of Haiti’s rich heritage right in the heart of the city.

From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted by colorful, eye-catching Haitian art that sets a unique, welcoming atmosphere. The menu features traditional Haitian dishes crafted with fresh ingredients and bold flavors, making it a top choice for foodies like myself who are seeking something different and unforgettable.

What truly sets Tap Tap apart is its lively nightlife, especially the Kompa Haitian dancing nights. This energetic music and dance scene invites guests to immerse themselves in Haitian culture while enjoying great food and drinks (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic). Whether you’re out for dinner, a night of dancing, or both, Tap Tap is the best place to experience Haitian culture in Portland.

For anyone looking to support Black-owned businesses while enjoying exceptional food and an unforgettable cultural vibe, Tap Tap is hands down the best restaurant in Portland for a genuine...

During my recent birthday celebration road trip to Portland, Oregon, I had the distinct pleasure of dining at Tap Tap Cuisine. The culinary experience was truly remarkable, and the customer service was exceptional. The restaurant's location is also highly favorable, contributing to its overall appeal.

As a Jamaican who grew up in the Miami neighborhood known as "Little Haiti," I have had ample exposure to Haitian cuisine, particularly griot. My childhood memories include saving my allowance to purchase griot from a Haitian lady's house on Fridays, with the assistance of a neighbor who spoke her language. My first taste of griot occurred when I was 11 years old.

I felt compelled to share this background information to establish my credentials in assessing the quality of Haitian cuisine. Tap Tap Cuisine proved to be an exceptional gem in this regard. Also my 2 friends who accompanied me are of Haitian background. We all gave it a 10 out of 10! Highly recommend 👌

From the moment we arrived, we were warmly welcomed by the owner, creating an immediate sense of camaraderie. By the time we departed, we felt like part of the restaurant's extended family.

If your travels bring you to Portland or if you live in the area. Check out this fine establishment. You won't be...

We’re from out of town visiting Portland and on whim decided to look for Haitian food. Found a restaurant on yelp and called Tap Tap Cuisine to confirm their hours. At the time they were closing within 40min. Spoke with the owner and he decided to deliver our order to my hotel which was about 1mile away. Customer service rating is impeccable!!!

Now to the food: it smelled so good! Other guests in the lobby were staring at the bag. We forgot to take a picture of both containers just what was left 😂 We ordered djon djon rice (black mushroom rice), griot (deep fried pork chunks) bannan (fried plantains) and pikliz (spicy coleslaw topping). I am Haitian and my husband isn’t - naturally he waited for me to take the first bite, once he saw my reaction he dug in too. The food reminded me of home! seasoning was perfect, pork wasn’t fried too hard, rice was cooked to perfection. We are planning on going to the restaurant in person to eat before we leave. Although, I didn’t go to the restaurant, I gave the atmosphere a 5 because their rating would be low if I didn’t....