Jane C.
Yelp
What I know about Haitian food could fit the top of a pin, but if Zeke's is a fair representation, I now know that it must be flavorful. The djon djon bowl was the crowning glory of our order, and it deserves all the hype it gets here on Yelp. I was curious about what 'djon djon' was, and when we asked our server, she explained it was their version of a traditional black rice made with beans or mushrooms. Whatever was in it, it was the most delicious bed for the charred plantains, grilled shrimp, and toppings. It can also be ordered with jerk chicken, salmon, or avocado - all of which I'm looking forward to trying on return visits. The menu describes the accompanying aioli as 'epic,' which is entirely correct. It reminded me of a slightly spicier version of the white sauce that comes with Halal food, and it brought the whole bowl together beautifully.
My husband ordered a jerk chicken salad, which he praised as "fresh and tasty". We were a little less enthusiastic about the salmon dip, which sounded delicious on the menu but turned out to be a little saltier than I would've preferred.
What rounded up our love for Zeke's was the service. Our water glasses were constantly refilled, food was bussed out with efficiency, and our servers couldn't be kinder or more welcoming. The interior is surprisingly nice (in fact, as we walked in, my husband wondered aloud if this was too fancy a place for our athleisure outfits), but I agree with one reviewer about the music being a tad loud. Luckily, here are a few outdoor tables available for those who might feel similarly.