Reviews of Paul Toussaint / Agrikol highlight generous portions and bold flavors. Griot is described as juicy with little fat, plantain is fresh, pikliz bright, and accra a welcome side. A common note is the absence of sauce with the platter, which some reviewers miss. The oxtail is praised for depth of flavor and is easy to share. Some diners describe portions as tiny for certain dishes and question value for money. L'Haitien and soupe joumou receive strong praise for authenticity and exceptional taste. The setting is a busy food court with fast service, and service quality is mixed, sometimes unfriendly. Overall, many feel the dishes are worth trying, with well balanced spice and variety, though portions and the lack of sauce can be drawbacks.
I ordered L'Haitien. I've never eaten Haitian food before (I'm from Australia) & I was delighted by the dish. The delicious pork came with rice & beans, a spicy coleslaw, & other delicious accoutrements that I didn't recognise. The service is not particularly friendly, as others have mentioned, but it's a food court & the food came out quickly. Yum yum yum!
I already adore Haitian food, so I had high hopes for this place & thankfully, I wasn't disappointed. The griot was so flavourful & the rice was delicious.
Chef Paul Toussaint is definitely a must go if you're in downtown Montreal.
Aug 29, 2025
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The food court itself has a fantastic vibe-an open kitchen concept with great energy & tasteful decor that creates a welcoming atmosphere. I was thrilled to see a Haitian spot among the options & couldn't wait to try it out. I ordered the "L'Haitienne" plate, & overall, it did not disappoint. The griot was excellent-tender, fresh, & packed with authentic Haitian flavor. The pikliz added the perfect tangy kick, & the plate also included accras & plantains, both of which were well-prepared & delicious. The rice was decent, though not a standout, & the plate didn't initially come with sauce. However, when we requested some, the staff kindly provided it at no extra cost, & it turned out to be absolutely delicious, tying all the flavors together. The service was just okay-not bad, but nothing remarkable. Still, the food & the vibrant setting made up for it. If you're in the mood for authentic Haitian food, this spot is worth checking out!
Fabulous place for Caribbean & Haitian cuisine. Located in the bustling Time Out Market, it's a popular choice. We had our favorites, jerk chicken & rum oxtail. Both were huge portions, with delicious peas & rice & crispy plantains. The ultimate was meeting & being served by the Chef himself, Chef Paul Toussaint. His kind hospitality & generous juice offering will be remembered. Amazing experience, great food, fun ambience in downtown Montreal.
BLAND. Got the jerk chicken & the rice was bland, can barely taste any spice. The plantain was neither sweet nor savory - it just tasted like starch. The chicken was cooked right but tasted just okay. The papaya salad packed a punch in terms of sourness & saltiness but that wasn't enough to save the plate.
The food was delicious! I have never tried Haitian/ Caribbean food but it was definitely amazing. I ordered this dish called " le haitien" which was pork, rice & beans. The service was not very impressive, when I asked the staff if he could recommend me some dish, he seemed to be impatient though.
Dec 30, 2023
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This place is amazing! I had the oxtail, & my friend had the jerk chicken, & we were both in genuine awe at how amazing the food was! The meat from my ox tail was sooo soft it literally peels off the bone & melts in your mouth! & the rice alone i could simply eat all day! Plus, for food this good, its so affordable! Amazing.
Got the griot - the meat had a great texture to it. That's about all the positives that I can say about the plate. The rice was absurdly salty - it just wasn't enjoyable.
Good haitian food in Montreal exists, but this certainly isn't it.
