Dominican Restaurants in Boston, MA

“Very tasty food clean place and an excellent service. [Original] Muy sabrosa la comida lugar limpio y un servicio de excelencia.“

“The food was more than amazing, along with the prices being highly affordable especially for the size of the plates!! You won't be disappointed stopping in! 100% recommend the chicharrón!“

“Food is basic but healthy and hearty. Could use some hot sauces on the table. Not as great a selection as in Colombian restaurants, nor as enticingly sauced. And no sangria ☺️“

“A small neighborhood spot serving standard Dominican staples.

Put this place on my radar over a year ago. Dominican spots are incredibly rare in this part of town (or really anywhere near Downtown Boston). Fresh off a trip to the DR a few weeks back, I was craving a proper, heavy Dominican breakfast.

I walked in around 8 AM on a Saturday, and the hot bar was limited strictly to the usual stuff like chicharrón, fried salami, queso frito, and some wings. I was low-key hoping to load up a plate with rice, but apparently, that doesn't hit the line until 9:30 AM. Just grabbed a small plate with all the proteins stacked over a base of mangú (mashed green plantains).

Everything was decent, though naturally not as hitting the same tier as the plates I was just eating down in Santo Domingo. There are zero prices listed anywhere, which is always a bit of a gamble, but a fully loaded small plate was around $12–$13. Probably not a spot I’d go out of my way for on a regular basis, but solid if you just need a massive, good portion of Dominican comfort food.“

“Great services with delicious taste. A hidden GEM on Hyde park ave!“

“Such a beautifully maintained establishment—very clean and welcoming! To top it all off, the food was absolutely delicious, with fresh, flavorful ingredients in every bite. Everyone I encountered was incredibly friendly, and it truly felt like home. I highly recommend Bakala’o Kitchenette!“

“One of my favorite restaurants of all time, it allows me to have a piece of home in Boston.“

“La mejor comida dominicana de Boston, Buena Música, Buen ambiente, Buen trato es lo mejor de lo mejor 100% sazón dominicano 🇩🇴🇩🇴💯💯“

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“It’s a really good spot with excellent organization and marketing—both inside and out. Their prices are reasonable compared to other nearby shops selling sandwiches and similar food. The sandwich is good—not mind-blowing, but definitely tasty. However, the customer service is a bit confusing; I think there’s room for improvement in that area.“

“Food was great as always, place was clean, service was not great, but it’s the kind of spot you order and leave. Empanadas are huge, we always end up taking some home and reheating in airfryer! I prefer the JP location as service is so much better!“

“Great place to stop by and grab some Dominican deliciousness. Lots of items to choose from off their menu. Great smoothies too! It's easy to find, right across from the Franklin Park Zoo. Free parking. Your choice of eating in or taking it to go. Either way, this is a great place to do so

Parking: Either in their lot or on the street, it's FREE!

Wheelchair accessibility: Located on the first floor, so wheelchairs can enter and exit easily“