Foodis a basic necessity for human beings, but for some people, it often becomes a passion, a way of life—and I really don’t blame them. Especially when it comes toDominican cuisine, which features a wide variety of indigenous, Caribbean, and Spanish influences, with green plantains, rice, beans, and meats such as chicken, pork, and beef taking center stage.
In many places, these ingredients are served to the diner separately, whereas here they are all on a single plate, which makes the dish look very colorful and aromatic—but above all, delicious.
A very typical dish from Quisqueya la Bella is mangú. It consists of green plantains mashed into a purée and is served with cooked onions, fried white cheese, fried eggs, and sausages such as fried salami. This dish is popularly known as“Mangú con los Tres Golpes.”
In this article, we'll tell you about some restaurants around the island where you can try these traditional dishes, and how we've fused dishes from other countries and adapted them to our own style.
The market is practically a mini-store that also features a buffet and serves exquisite dishes. It's one of the most famous places in Santo Domingo, since you can shop and enjoy some delicious Dominican-style lamb ribs at the same time.
Located on the Duarte Highway on the way to the island’s second-largest city, Santiago de los Caballeros, this restaurant is known for serving all the traditional dishes with a more gourmet twist in their presentation. It’s a favorite among those who enjoy a good goat stew or a hearty salcocho. And you’ll definitely find the “Mangú de los Tres Golpes” here.
Located in Plaza España across from the Alcázar de Colón in Santo Domingo’s colonial district, this restaurant brings together history, culture, and great music—but above all, dishes inspired by Mediterranean cuisine without limits, that leave you wanting to gain weight nonstop. Its chef, the renowned Saverio Stassi, has created a menu where you can enjoy his famous appetizers, includingthe SARTEN DON QUIJOTE(shrimp and artisanal Iberian chorizo in port wine with peperonata al aglio e olio).
A beautiful restaurant where every dish pays tribute to the songs of the most important Dominican artist Juan Luis Guerra. Located in Punta Cana, just minutes from the Punta Cana International Airport, here you’ll find a wide variety of dishes, from fried yuca to a nice cut of meat.
