Gou Restaurant

I visited Gou a while ago, and as a Haitian, I was happy to see an authentic Haitian restaurant where you could sit down and enjoy genuine Haitian cuisine. When we arrived, there weren't many people, so the service was fast and efficient. I wanted to order macaroni, but like many Haitian restaurants, they didn't have it, which was disappointing. Although I was told it could be made in 30 minutes, when I asked again later, the answer was the same. However, the food we did order was great, and all my friends agreed that the flavors were truly authentic and delicious. The restaurant's ambiance was welcoming, and although we were the only customers for a while, it allowed us to enjoy our meal without feeling rushed. Despite not being able to order macaroni, the overall experience at the restaurant was positive and enjoyable. Hopefully, I can visit the restaurant again when it's lively to see the difference in atmosphere. I will definitely come back with my family so they can try the food too.

Me and my girlfriend were here. This is the first time we came here. The food was very good. We both ordered oxtails. This is the first time I had Haitian oxtails the food was very good. I do plan on coming here more. I love the oxtail so much. I was so happy I had leftovers to eat the next day. I really like this restaurant one of the best I’ve been to.

I’m from NY and it is very rare that I go OT and find good Caribbean Food…. This place was IT FOR ME!! The food was sooo good!! They have good food presentation, our server was kind and pleasant, plus the music was good it was such a vibe… I love it and will be back.

If it is on the Menu....JUST GET IT. The food is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. Jerk wings, Hot & honey wings, Plantain Cups. Then I had an oxtail taco.....INCREDIBLE. For the main course, I had the Chicken and Shrimp Rasta Pasta. I do not regret a single dollar spent. And you MUST get the homemade passion fruit drink. When they gave me the check, I asked how much was the rent because I was ready to move in the food is that good. The ambiance and the DJ keep the vibes just right all night.

It’s rare you can come across a Haitian owned business that provides the service we received today! The food was superior, the owners were beyond kind and truly cared about talking to us as customers! I hope They expand and open a chain is south Jersey! Businesses like this need to get as much business and attention as possible because it’s rare you will get food and a vibe like this anywhere else! Flavors like NO OTHER! The best Haitian food in PA and better than anything in Jersey! And there is something for everyone no matter what cultural background you come from NOTHING on the menu is nasty! All GREAT FOOD.. I pray God expands them and their business continues to flourish ! Yall have gained customers for LIFE!! See you again soon! I’ll never eat from any other Haitian spot again unless it’s here 😂🙏🏾 🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹

On Saturday night, I finally decided to try out a Haitian restaurant in Philly that I’d been eyeing for a while. I called ahead to place my order, aiming for a platter of griot (fried pork) with fried plantains, and lambi (conch) with rice and beans. However, when I arrived 25 minutes later, I was disappointed to hear they had run out of lambi. A tip for future diners: if you’re visiting on the weekend, get there early because popular dishes sell out quickly. Instead, I ordered a fried goat platter with fried plantains, a griot platter, a side of Rasta pasta with shrimp (and chicken, which was added by mistake), a slice of Gou! Cheesecake with butterscotch sauce, and a drink called Sunset, a refreshing blend of passion fruit, lemonade, and cranberry. Both platters came with gravy and a side of pikliz (a spicy Haitian slaw). The food was absolutely delicious. Both the fried goat and griot were perfectly seasoned and juicy. The star of the meal, though, was the Rasta pasta. Even with the accidental addition of chicken, the flavors were bold, and it had a nice kick to it. Both the shrimp and chicken were cooked perfectly. The Sunset drink was light and refreshing, and it paired wonderfully with the meal. I was also lucky enough to grab the last slice of their Gou! Cheesecake, which was the perfect sweet ending. Although the wait for my food was longer than expected, the customer service was excellent. I appreciated how they took the time to present the food for me to inspect before I left, catching and fixing any small issues on the spot. I’m really glad I visited and I can’t wait to go back and dine in to enjoy their ambiance. I’m especially excited to try their brunch (if they ever decide to do that), which I think would be a fantastic way for people to experience authentic Haitian breakfast and lunch dishes, taking the dining experience to the next level. I

The fried snapper with black rice was a standout dish for me at this Haitian restaurant. The snapper was perfectly crispy on the outside and the black rice was the perfect complement. The overall presentation was impressive, but it was the service that was much more impressive. 5 star. A memorable meal that I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a unique and delicious dining experience. I met the owners and this family business will be around for awhile because they offered me a Haitian experience without ever having been to Haiti.!

Please anytime youre in Olney, check out this wonderful Haitian restaurant. Ive visited a total of 3 times and every single time the staff was friendly and made me feel comfortable. The food is very good and I had the best Haitian mac n cheese and Accra there. The place is also decorate beautifully. Thank you for the great service -The fake Haitian 💁🏾‍♀️😌