Must-see restaurants in Dominican Republic

  • Plaza Lama La Supertienda

    Santo Domingo

    An enormous megastore occupying several city blocks located at one of the busiest intersections in the city.

  • Playero Supermarket

    Sosúa

    On the main highway, offering a good selection of local produce and imported, hard-to-find delicacies.

  • La Orquidea

    North Coast

    Directly in front of the lagoon, this place serves standard French/Dominican fare.

  • Supermercado Lilo

    North Coast

    For self-caterers, this is a decent grocery store right near the eponymous cafe.

  • Mercado Modelo

    Central Highlands

    The Mercado Municipal sells fresh fruit, vegetables, meat and other foodstuffs.

  • Super El Económico

    Central Highlands

    Across from Isla petrol station is Super El Económico, a medium-sized grocery.

  • Mini-Market

    Península de Samaná

    Good for basic sundries.

  • La Brasa

    Santiago

    An open-air downtown barbecue place, on the western side of the Monument.

  • Cheo’s Café

    North Coast

    Informal Cheo’s does familiar beef, chicken and pasta dishes.

  • Supermercado No 1

    Las Galeras

    The largest grocery store, though abysmal for fresh produce.

  • La Casona

    North Coast

    This friendly, popular restaurant serves empanadas.

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