The best restaurants Dominican Republic

It is to two French friends that we owe this creperie of Las Terrenas. The history of the sign begins in a food truck of Santo Domingo. At that time, one of the two friends, Marseillais, used to call his associate Victor "hey blond". So much so that the term stuck! The restaurant was opened under the good auspices and advice of the starred chef from Vendée, Valentin Morice. And the result is impeccable! Some suggestions? On the savory side, try the Paulette or the Valentina. On the sweet side, the Manzanita! Breton cider and good atmosphere!

The Palmares Bar Restaurant is the good plan in town: it is the good and cheap address of the locals and the expatriates settled in Boca Chica. This small Dominican canteen serves local specialties made with know-how and especially in generous portions! The beef fillet (ask for the rest! ) with fried potatoes is excellent for example! As for the atmosphere, it depends a bit on the day and the time, but on the whole you feel good. Perfect to have a quick meal without ruining yourself! A good plan.

It's a restaurant with its feet in the sand and open to the sea, which also offers relaxation areas with a swimming pool and whirlpools. At lunchtime, enjoy a meal while watching the prowess of the riders right in front of you. In the evening, bring the whole family and indulge in piña coladas, mojitos and banana mamas at happy hours. Their club sandwiches, fajitas and fresh fruit juices are very popular. A great value address on the most sporty beach on the north coast. Also offers apartments.

Set on the beach, this restaurant has a classy and intimate atmosphere and offers quality Italian food after the glass of prosecco served as an aperitif: a cocktail of prawns flambéed in cognac, seafood ravioli and fresh pasta with organic Italian ingredients. From 6:30 pm, part of the restaurant becomes a beach club and hosts many events during the season. We recommend the chinola ceviche, the squid ink tagliatelle or the lobster tagliatelle. A sure value!

Tex-mex, pizzas, grills, Dominican and international specialties make up the menu of this adorable hut, protected from the people who pass by, and with a friendly service. You can enjoy sitting at one of the tables on the Captain Bailee's large terrace and quench your thirst with a cold drink before moving on to the main course. From Monday to Saturday, a Dominican buffet is served at lunchtime . An excellent value for money for a tasty time.

Run by two sisters, the establishment offers typical Dominican cuisine. In a family atmosphere, you can sit on the large tables in front of the window which also serves as a bar, or on the terrace, to eat crab, shrimp or chicken empenadas. Throughout the day, quick dishes and hot or cold drinks follow one another. La Casona is a gathering place for Dominicans. Warm atmosphere and attentive and smiling service. An address to test at least once during your stay here.

Far from the hustle and bustle of the village, the Pelicano offers a calm and luxurious atmosphere. In a lounge and trendy atmosphere, you can enjoy an international cuisine with Caribbean influences, on a terrace on stilts. If you pay a little for the location at the time of the bill, it remains the promise of a romantic evening in an exceptional setting. During the day, you can also relax and sunbathe on the designer beach furniture provided at the end of the terrace. An address that is a step above the rest.

Charming bar-restaurant on the terrace (in the boutique-hotel of the same name), around a swimming pool, lounge atmosphere and a little away from the city centre and its bustle. The Mediterranean-inspired kitchen is open and you can watch the chef prepare your dish: fresh pasta, fish and especially seafood. Everything is fresh! We recommend the tuna trio and the pineapple/crème brûlée ravioli for dessert, a real treat. French-speaking welcome. From January to March, a foreign chef is invited to cook more elaborate meals.

Gérard Prystasz, former Chef of the Élysée Palace, offers you French cuisine adapted to local products. The result is an exquisite cuisine, varied and rich in flavours, as shown by the chicken leg stuffed with lobster, the sea bream goujonnettes with passion fruit and the many gourmet desserts, including a fresh fruit sabayon. All of this is washed down with a good wine and served either indoors or on the terrace in a small shady garden. A classic to be discovered in a setting as neat as it is elegant.

One of the only establishments in Boca Chica with direct access from Calle Duarte (the main street) to the beach. You can choose to eat on the street in a Caribbean atmosphere, or to eat on the beach in a more lounge-like atmosphere. You can also sip a cocktail in the deckchairs installed directly on the beach. The owner is Haitian, as are most of the employees - so you'll get a French-speaking welcome. Simplicity, good mood and typical cuisine. We like it.

This is a good Italian restaurant that stands out in the region's culinary landscape. The Italian community often comes here (a guarantee of quality?), but tourists and local residents also come to enjoy this tasty Mediterranean cuisine. The main reason for coming here is to enjoy the pasta dishes (they are homemade and really excellent!). At the risk of being disappointed, you won't find any pizzas here. This is a trattoria, in the strictest sense of the word. Worth the detour.

Excellent address, the feet in the sand and in front of a resplendent sea. The motto of the house: "Las Terrenas, like 40 years ago"! Behind the stoves, Sarah, a talented chef who works from this small hut facing the sea and in the middle of fishermen's boats. Her cuisine is delicious, fresh and of Latin inspiration. Colorful plates, with a specialty, raw fish, which is displayed on the slate. A must during your stay in Las Terrenas. Best piña colada of the village! Jose and Cantuta are at the service!

El Langostino de Oro was the oldest restaurant in the village before its emblematic French owner, the charming Denise, retired. Since then, if the place has been renovated, the soul of the place persists! The specialties - besides the excellent lobster a la plancha with aïoli sauce and other seafood grilled - have however moved to the other side of the Alps: you can enjoy good pizzas here but also successful Italian risottos! Note that lobster fishing is prohibited from March to June. A good address!

A simple Caribbean cuisine composed of fresh products that are chosen before cooking, fish, octopus, grilled lobsters, and chicken with coconut sauce that we enjoy with a cold beer in a dreamy setting. The other restaurant in the plaza, on the far east side, serves similar cuisine with the catch of the day. The Rincon Rubi is also a hotel, offering spacious and independent rooms in the middle of nature and a few steps from the dazzling Rincón beach. A quiet address, to be recommended.

At the mouth of the Rio Higuamo and near the cathedral, the Rio Mar restaurant (referred to by locals as Robby Mar) is one of the nicest places in town. Some would even say that it is the best restaurant in San Pedro de Macoris. Renowned for its marine specialties, it serves excellent crabs and lobsters, but also grilled fish and delicious and generous seafood platters. If the decoration is a bit out of fashion, the service is very friendly. THE good address in town!

In a Creole house with a green facade and low ceiling, on Avenida Libertad, at the entrance to the city, the restaurant Jalicar is a reference to Pedernales. The setting is unpretentious, you eat on plastic chairs, but the plants and red curtains are there to warm up the atmosphere. The cuisine is typically Caribbean, with an emphasis on seafood, and the service is friendly. During the week, the same menu is served every day. Good value for money.

In the street bordering the sea. Sit on the terrace upstairs, facing the palm trees and the azure blue sea, to enjoy the good Creole cuisine prepared by the very friendly Luz who runs the establishment. On the menu: freshly caught fish and seafood are in the spotlight (octopus, lobsters, shrimps...). The colourful and tropical decoration, typically Caribbean, adds to the family atmosphere to create a very pleasant atmosphere. We advise you to book because the place is often full.

One of the house specialties is mofongo, a typical Puerto Rican plantain dish. People come from all over town to enjoy it on the covered terrace with its colorful tables. The other is grilled meats, a la parilla. Also soups, pasta, marinated or filleted fish. And a few coconut desserts to end on a sweet note. The menu is varied, so there's something for everyone. A warm, Dominican atmosphere. El Zaguan is one of La Vega's finest restaurants.

Aroma de la Montaña is without a doubt one of the restaurants with the most incredible setting in the Dominican Republic: a 360° rotating panoramic view (Warning: the rotation only operates on weekends, Friday evening, Saturday and Sunday lunch). The view is really splendid. Unfortunately, it is this one that you pay for, and not what's on your plate (where the bill goes up very quickly, but not the quality). It is better to come and have a glass of wine before or after dinner, especially to admire the sunset.

Far West atmosphere and decor at Kukara Macara, a bit like a French Buffalo Grill, with the added bonus of staff dressed in period costumes. This is a family restaurant offering soups, salads, sushi, pasta, grilled steaks with all kinds of sauces, fish and lobsters. A menu, you will have understood, very diversified which should satisfy all the desires. A change of scenery guaranteed, a place that will make children happy. Warm welcome and successful service. A good value for money to try.

Vegetarian friends, and all those who like to eat healthy and balanced, this place is for you! At the back of a small shopping mall is this lovely cafe-restaurant serving fresh, organic food. Each day there are different options for creative and delicious (as well as hearty) dishes. To accompany your meal, there are many smoothies on the menu. A shop selling healthy and organic food products completes this address which is worth a visit. Smiling welcome and service.

Noah is one of Santiago's most fashionable restaurants for the upper classes. The main room is elegant, and the large terrace overlooks the monument to the heroes of Restauración . The menu is a fusion of different international cuisines (Peruvian, Thai, Creole, etc.) and also serves wood-fired pizzas. The two house specialties are Cerdo Noah and Monfongo de guinea. Cigars for sale at the counter. Noah is a small chain of restaurants that can be found in several of the country's major cities.

In just a few years, this bar-restaurant has become Constanza's most chic venue. You'll be greeted by an oversized chandelier worthy of the Côte d'Azur's palaces - the name says it all! The imposing venue features a number of different areas (bar, restaurant, terrace, private lounges), all in a modern, elegant style. International specialties, Creole dishes and pizzas are served. We recommend the Moncarlo pastelitos as an appetizer - a real treat! Karaoke on Tuesdays. Professional service and calm atmosphere.

It is on the terrace of a large chalet with a view of the surrounding mountains that Pucho welcomes you to discover one of the great specialties of the country: El Mofongo. It is green plantains, fried and seasoned with garlic, olive oil and pork. You can customize it to your taste (shrimp, chicken, salami or chorizo). Many say it is the best in the country! The bucolic setting, the warmth of the welcome and the quality of the dishes make it a must in Jarabacoa. Concerts two Saturdays a month.

Located in the small Don Jorge shopping centre, this air-conditioned café-restaurant is a great choice for eating fresh local produce with many vegetarian options. The menu consists of salads, burgers, wraps and fajitas, each dish is cooked in a healthy and balanced way (wholemeal flour used for the fajitas for example). The place is also famous for its breakfasts as well as for its fruity, refreshing and energizing smoothies. In short, a very good alternative in Jarabacoa!

A little corner of Italy in the middle of the Dominican mountains! The emphasis here is on authenticity, from the warm, personalized welcome to the exclusive Italian-language menu, including products imported from Italy. All the specialties of the Botte are on the menu: pasta, risottos, bruschettas and pizzas... Located a little way from the city center, you'll find yourself in a peaceful setting with a magnificent view of the mountains (for maximum enjoyment, we recommend the tables on the terrace). A fine wine list... Italian, of course!

The front of the establishment announces the color: "The best sandwich of Barahona", nothing but that! And we can say that the affluence which reigns in this small kiosk tends to give him reason. Here, we eat at the counter or on small tables, and the atmosphere is 100% local. There is a long menu of sandwiches, of course, but also other fast food specialities and excellent fruit juices. If you're in town, be sure to stop by Fidel's. The restaurant is housed in an orange and yellow wooden house.

This is one of the best value for money restaurants in Cabarete for late morning dining. The tables are painted in the colors of the land of the sombrero. The tacos, burritos and bowls are customizable. Ideal for vegetarians who will have a large choice of dishes. Gordito's Fresh Mex speciality is the mambo fish taco, which is delicious. Small terrace in front of the restaurant. Dynamic and fast service, just like the restaurant's spirit.

It is the meeting place of the French and the amateurs of petanque! The place is indeed equipped with three grounds of balls and it reigns there a sympathetic atmosphere, the feet in the sand... At sunset, Thierry takes charge of animating the evening by making his guests dance on rhythms other than the merengue and the batchata. For the anecdote, Thierry worked 10 years at Pernod Ricard before settling here. On the kitchen side, he proposes among others oysters from the Arcachon basin but also an excellent fish cassolette!

Dom Ham is a very popular address, very frequented by the inhabitants of La Romana, but also by expatriates living in the city and by travelers in search of meaty flavors. It is impossible to miss the large straw hut open to the four winds, serving as the main service room and decorated with flags from all over the world. The specialty here? Solid hamburgers! You can also taste good pieces of meat grilled, to be accompanied by one of the 25 international beers that the place serves. Relaxed atmosphere.

In the middle of the Malecón, this Spanish-inspired tavern prepares international cuisine and Mediterranean and Creole specialties (grilled fish, coconut fish, fried bananas, paellas, calamari a la plancha...). Plates to share will delight groups of friends or families, as well as the large outdoor terrace overlooking the Caribbean Sea. Adjacent to the restaurant, a bar belonging to the same owners offers cocktails and karaoke nights. The prices are not given on the other hand.

La Romana locals can be heard saying "if you haven't eaten at Shish Kabab, you haven't been to La Romana!". Established in 1969, it was the first foreign speciality restaurant to open its doors in this town. The walls are adorned with photos of the many national and international personalities who have eaten here (feel free to ask the owner for their names). The menu is divided between oriental dishes (the kibe is a delight) and Dominican dishes with excellent fish recipes. Large outdoor terrace, but on the roadside.

Here the chef is Mama Rosa, and you can hear it! Hola mi amor is usually the greeting of this authentic Pica Pollo, renowned for serving the freshest fish in Bayahibe! Also on the menu, solid lobsters, but also all the great Dominican specialties, prepared with love and attention and accompanied by small vegetables, wine or beer. And to conclude with a digestive mamajuana ! The small coloured hut offers a few tables outside where you can enjoy the pleasant sea breeze. A very local address that is worth a visit!

It's with joy and good humor, and a big, infectious smile to boot, that we're welcomed by the managers of La Ola. The little Mediterranean-style wooden straw hut faces the sea and enjoys a delightful sea breeze. Seafood is the order of the day, as are some very French specialties. The menu, on a slate, changes regularly and depends on the catch of the day. All this for unbeatable value for money. As you can see, this is a highly recommended stop-off in town.

A Punta Cana institution. For over 15 years, people have been flocking to eat on this sublime manglet terrace on stilts just above the sea. The ambiance is romantic and intimate, overlooking the marina, accompanied every evening by a jazz trio. The cuisine is an explosion of flavors, with seafood as the star attraction. The menu has a strong Mediterranean accent with a Caribbean touch. We recommend the Punta Cana ceviche and the Caribbean-style eggplant parmesan. Excellent wine list.

Zen Restaurant & Lounge is one of the many themed restaurants at Hard Rock Café PuntaCana. In this case, it is a lounge restaurant with an uncluttered style that offers international dishes with Asian accents. The terrace is a pleasant place to eat and drink in the evening. Excellent service. We come here mainly to taste the sushi and other well-made dishes, but also to attend the show cooking provided by the chef every day after sunset. For a change of flavour.

A real mamma italiana 's house decor for this Italian restaurant combining Mediterranean and Dominican cuisine. A true institution in the Punta Cana region, Luisa Patrovita, whom everyone calls the mamma, and her two children - Rossana and Joaquín - run the place. The great classics are there: pasta, ravioli, fresh fish, and of course a delicious tiramisu for dessert. The presentation is neat and the service impeccable. Every weekend, a jazz band plays for dinner.

Citrus is one of the most popular restaurants in Bávaro. In a simple but elegant setting, you can eat a mixture of Mediterranean, Asian and Caribbean cuisine. The dishes are delicious and excellently presented. Every Monday, it's happy hour sushi from 7pm to 10pm: better to arrive early to get a table! Finally, music lovers will be delighted as a band plays international music every Friday night. One of the best value for money in the region. An address to discover.

For many, the best restaurant in Santo Domingo. Popular with wealthy families and Dominican celebrities, SBG (Sophia's Bar & Grill) is as fascinating for its decor as for its inventive international cuisine. Inside, antiques rub shoulders with designer furniture in a fusion of details. The large sofas and atmosphere make you feel at home very quickly. In the kitchen, the house specialties are risotto de chivo (goat risotto) and rock shrimp tempura . Shaded outdoor terrace. Reservations recommended.

It's not always easy to find a good place to grab a bite to eat in the neighborhood, but at Las Cuatro Hermanas gourmands will be well served! Hearty plates and a simple, family atmosphere. Typical Dominican dishes include chicken, pork, beef or fish, accompanied by rice and pan-fried or fried vegetables. A perfect place to recharge your batteries without breaking the bank, while enjoying a taste of local life in the city.

A good, inexpensive little restaurant to eat at during your visit to San Cristóbal - a stone's throw from all the city's sights. If the service is a little slow when it's busy, it's because this place is a victim of its own success, and locals like to come here to sample the house specialties and daily specials. With its relaxed atmosphere and local cuisine, it's a good opportunity to sample local specialties and soak up the warm atmosphere of the small town. A good little address.

A tribute to Frida Kahlo and Mexico, this new restaurant in Puerto Plata has a lot to offer! Contemporary, arty (take a look at the magnificent fresco inside the restaurant) and gourmet, El Patio de Frida offers a colorful and flavorful version of the great classics of Mexican cuisine. With its careful presentation, carefully selected food, relaxed atmosphere and very professional service, this is without a doubt the address to try during a visit to Puerto Plata. At the end of the famous Paseo Doña Blanca!

The pizzaiolo and chef Damiano, originally from Verona, is responsible for the superb pizzas and pasta plates at Mambroki, a true reference point in town. The speciality of the place? The thin-crust pizzas alla romana (Roman style). As for the toppings, there are the great classics, from margharita to 4 staggioni, diavola or cheese, but Damiano also makes sublime pasta. Perhaps the best Italian address in town. A perfect option for those who are hungry (and very hungry!).

Specialized in grilled meat, this Argentinian restaurant will delight carnivores passing through the city. Red wine, various tapas(empanadas and croquetas in particular), quite successful pasta plates, carpaccios and small salads complete the picture. If the atmosphere is relaxed - wood dominates everywhere, the lighting is subdued, tropical plants are not missing and the music is quite good -, the prices are still a bit high, but the quality of the products will soon justify them. A very good address!

Tapas and Spanish cuisine for this address where the welcome is most friendly. Beautiful pieces of meat, arroz, paellas and fish a la plancha. You can choose to eat outside, in the fresh air, or in the air-conditioned room. Remember to book at weekends: the address is very popular with Dominicans who do not hesitate to make the trip! A very good address - perhaps one of the best in the area - as much for the quality of the service as for the very well prepared cuisine (which changes a little).

The name suggests it: Wacamole (for "guacamole", pronounced with a Dominican accent) is a restaurant of Mexican specialities. The atmosphere is relaxed and family-oriented, and you can eat well, very copiously, and for cheap: tacos, enchiladas and other Mexican sweets (be careful with the chilli!) will satisfy even the strongest appetite. Special mention for the quesadillas al pastor and the ceviche cancun. Nice cocktail menu (margarita and mojito are good) and frequent promotions.

The BDM (Bout Du Monde) offers a fantastic tuna tartar, fresh and refreshing dishes, but also very good cocktails and grilled meat and fish prepared with love. Sabine and Elena will be your hosts, and will not fail to give you a warm and friendly welcome. Located 100 meters from the main street and not far from the beach, the BDM has such a chill atmosphere that you'd pass by three times a day. The place also has 14 rooms with garden, barbecue and pool. We love it!

This restaurant is one of the trendiest in Santiago. We can only underline the careful decoration, at least as much as the presentation of the plates. Throughout the day, you can go here to enjoy some tasty tapas on the terrace, accompanied by an elegant cocktail or glass of wine, unless you prefer the small, modern and chic service room. The main courses are excellent and the desserts are top notch. El Tablon Latino provides a pleasant, professional and available service. A very good option.

Small unpretentious Venezuelan shop. At Arepazo Venezolano you can eat very good arepas, empanadas, tequenos and other Venezuelan specialities, or the dish of the day. For dessert, you can have a sweet banana flambé, a cup of ice cream or a piece of chocolate cake. All this at very low prices. Small budgets and big appetites will be more than satisfied. Let's not forget the cold drinks to accompany the dishes. Warm atmosphere and dynamic service in a good mood. We love it!

Careful service and chic decor for this Latin-Japanese fusion restaurant. Alvaro is the host, offering solid plates of sushi and maki adapted to local products. But Barak restaurant also offers hearty mofongos, one of Puerto Rico's specialties made from plantains. Original and tasty. You will be welcomed with a smile and will have your meal in a warm and quiet atmosphere. Good value for money.