Dominican Restaurants in Brooklyn, NY

“such a great gem in the heart of Brooklyn. cocktails are great. nice happy hour.“

“Es el mejor, la atención, la amabilidad 💯“

“Hands down, I drank one of the best mixed cocktails ever (see my photo). The food was excellent too! The atmosphere is very intimate, great for any group size. Definitely make a reservation for a table. Bar area is great too. This is one of my new fave spots. Looking forward to dining here again, especially for the beautiful cocktails.“

“Absolutely delicious food & great service! We come from Smithtown Long Island and it’s worth the trip every time never disappoints!“

“I was working in brooklyn for the day. I searched up Dominican food, and El Manjar came up. I live in CT and i will be returning. That food was the closest tasting to how my grandmothers cooked. The service the food and the environment were to notch.“

“I went today and omg it was great. Delicious fresh empanadas. I highly recommend empanada city ❤️“

“I stepped in here because I wanted a coffee but it was a pleasant little surprise. The lunch special is reasonably good. Rice , beans and chicken for $10 in dumbo? That’s a deal. It was seasoned well and tasty. I had some coffee too. Would absolutely come back here again if I’m in the area.“

“July 8 2024 order some rice and 2 porkchop the lady gave me 2 ham steak which was very salty not too please at all so when you order make sure it's what u ask for I don't speak Spanish!!!!!“

“In love with this place could eat here everyday omg I dream about this place often the sauces the ribs the chicharrones omg so crispy so juicy can’t wait to have the brisket they was out when I went but most def soon will try, oh and the freaking corn bread beyond amazing“

“I’m Puerto Rican and when I’m feeling homesick (often lately) I come in for a feast. Best rotisserie chicken, perfect seasoning, tasty crispy skin. Arroz con gandules is my favorite but the congris (black bean rice) is a close second. Also, I have a severe gluten allergy and have never had an issue! Love this place!“

“Punta Cana is an absolute paradise for anyone looking to enjoy delicious food in a vibrant and relaxing atmosphere. From the moment we arrived, the friendly staff made us feel welcome and ensured our experience was nothing short of perfect.

The menu offers a wonderful mix of Caribbean and international flavors, with fresh ingredients and beautifully presented dishes. I opted for the grilled mahi-mahi, which was cooked to perfection — tender, flavorful, and served with a side of tropical salsa that added just the right amount of zest. My partner went for the jerk chicken, which was smoky, spicy, and incredibly satisfying.

The cocktails deserve a special mention — the signature rum punch was refreshing and expertly crafted, making it the perfect complement to our meal. The lively music and warm decor create a fun and inviting vibe, ideal for a casual night out or a celebration.

Overall, Punta Cana delivers an outstanding dining experience with great food, attentive service, and a fantastic atmosphere. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, this place should definitely be on your list. We’ll definitely be back!“

“I can't believe I almost walked past this amazing place. This spot creates the perfect feel. The service speed impressed us. They're inconsistent with warmth but consistent with service. This restaurant exceeded expectations and I can't wait to return!“

“I'm used to seeing pork legs only with potatoes and carrots, but these have everything, I saw it differently, but when they gave me a try, uffff, what a surprise, I couldn't resist and bought it, yummy, I would go back to buy it 10 out of 10“

“Great food with solid flavor and generous portions. The service is excellent—fast, friendly, and attentive. The atmosphere is simple and could use a bit more comfort, but the quality of the meal and the service make the visit worthwhile. A dependable spot for tasty, well‑seasoned dishes.“

“This place is a cute little hole in the wall but this is my weekly go to and my daughter loves it as well. The food there is amazing, the ladies there make you feel welcome and at home (memories of my many trips ton D R) with excellent service. The atmosphere is perfect, you feel more like at home than a restaurant. You know that it's good because that's where the hard working Spanish families who work and live in the community eat. Go try it out you Will not be disappointed.“

“Excellent customer service from A to Z, thanks chef PaPi food 🥘 and drinks amazing 😉!!“

“It’s absolutely perfect. The food is made quickly, and it’s exquisite. Every dish they have is made with the ideology of perfection. The cooks and servers and kind, regardless of the time of day. They always have great manners, and they’re always welcoming! Whether you’re dining here, or ordering to go, this restaurant is amazing. Top tier service and food. Would recommend“

“Oh, this place has delicious Dominican food! They season their food just right, not too salty or too bland. My friend and I always come here because the food is amazing and it doesn't upset their stomach. We're both addicted, I might go there later today..“

“Muy buena atención y la comida muy rica“

“The Dominican food is delicious very authentic 🇩🇲🥘🥩“

“El Sabor de la Esquina is a fantastic find! The food was fresh, authentic, and bursting with flavor — truly felt like a taste of home cooking. The staff was warm and welcoming, making the experience even better. Highly recommend for anyone craving delicious, genuine dishes in a friendly, casual atmosphere.“

“Park Avenue luncheon was great. However, they are no longer in business here at this location. Currently, there is new management and the restaurant goes by a different name now that serves halal Spanish American food. There is no pork chicharon or pernil or pork menu items. I know because I discovered this when i made my latest order there and found out about the new management/ownership“

“These folks work HARD in here, cranking out some good hot meals for the community.

I needed something good and comfortable, not fancy and expensive, but was stuck wandering the snow in Wberg. Quite the challenge! Very glad I found this place.

I got an egg & cheese with some home fries - the lady at the counter asked if I wanted them on the sandwich. She know's what's up!

The GOOD kind of home fries too - orange with seasoning! Tip these workers good!“

“Guys so first of all I googled this place I went of your reviews thank you and it did its job it was delightful the rice nice and fluffy well done the beans smelled like grandma had just made them the baked chicken was good and a side of salad“

“I visited El Ambiente Restaurant and Lounge on 4/14/24 for Latin Karaoke. We enjoyed our visit very much. The ambience is family oriented, nice decor, food and service was excellent, affordable, I highly recommend. I also found parking on the corner, which was convenient. Will definitely return to Eddie’s karaoke night!? My type of vibe!“

“food service environment clean good prices“

“They don’t serve food, but she said you can order or bring outside food which is why they only got 2 stars in that regard. The place itself is a calm spot I think it’d be better if they did serve at least finger foods & had more hookah flavors (all they have is mint), but they make it really good & it last a while! It’s greatly priced at about $36 refills being $12 I believe. I also believe that it’d be better if they played a variety of music. She did allow us to play our own music for a little while maybe about 20 minutes, but they cater to Dominican music more. Overall I’d go back for a quick night out for drinks & hookah.“

“It is my favorite place, I love it ? the service, the excellent food and the employees treat you as if you were family ? may the Lord Jesus bless you greatly.

Kid-friendliness: You can go with children ? it is an excellent place.“

“The food was great !! The owner is a really nice guy I previously had a issue with a employee of his but he rectified the situation !!
Note from wife>the food here is soooo amazing it literally made her cry (shes pregnant lol) 🤰 and says she would 10000% recommend...the chicken BTL is fireeee
Home fries amazing
Empanadas boooommb
Steak shrimp even my picky 8 year old loved it. I love the burgers 🍔 😋 worth every penny ..“

“Take it from a Dominican. Best Dominican food I’ve had in Brooklyn! Good atmosphere and great food. My wife ordered steak tacos and fried platanos maduro. I ordered Chicken pechurina mofongo with fried cheese and a chicken empanada. All of it was so good and rich in taste!“

“For good spanish food on the go Jenny 2 restaurant is awesome and these are the reasons. The food is not salty at all very tasty. One can taste all other condiments, not overbearing well manged in taste.Their seafood doesn't taste fishy at all. Their price went up just like everything else in live but Jenny 2, the restaurant the food is worth every penny, awesome food made by Dominicans.

Kid-friendliness: The ladies and men who serve the food are very kind and pleasant, and they don't take a year to serve one.“

“My favorite place to get food in Crown Heights. Perfect flan. I haven’t had anything off their grill because I go for the steaming buffet that’s by the window. You can see the steam rising off the meats from the sidewalk, and smell it too. Right away you know it’s gonna be good. I’ve had the ribs, roast pork, and beef stew, but my favorite is the baked chicken. Try it over the mangu. Nice staff. Good price. :)“

“I've tried to find something they don't do well, but failed. This place maintains cleanliness and the proprietors are friendly, attentive and honest. The restaurant proprietor displayed sweet consideration. I'm still dreaming about those flavors. I voiced appreciation for this spot.“

“I love this place but on Uber eats nah, they will not do your food for Uber eats after 8:00 and if you feel like walking to the spot and you’re close by excellent service but don’t order food after 8:00-8:15 they will definitely cancel your order!“

“This was another happy discovery, and a nice place to stop in for old-fashioned Spanish comfort food. My favorite dish from here is the garlic chicken with rice and beans, as well as the fresh juices. One can make a dish off of the snack foods and smaller dishes by themselves; the standard rice platter that came with the aforementioned chicken lasted me for a few days, there was so much. They also have a wide variety of breakfast dishes and don't mind customizing them as needed.“

“This is a small restaurant but full of flavor, the food is very fresh and delicious. A breakfast ? or lunch is perfect here, it is not expensive, I highly recommend the meatballs, they are delicious and when they make tail, my mouth waters. I recommend you try it, and the ladies who serve are very nice and attentive, they don't make faces or have an attitude at all, I really love it“

“Great little local restaurant. Was staying in Brooklyn for a bit and there’s nothing like these type of spots. Great home cooked type food! Came here twice, once for some quick empanadas for breakfast and the other for lunch. Rotisserie chicken, rice, beans and vegetables for $20(USD). Great price, great portion, great food & great people.“

“I don’t know what people are talking about ! The food service was amazing the food was fresh and did not feel out of place.Being a person of color I felt comfortable going in and trying Dominican delicacies. Y’all stop lying ! That might have been the previous owner but this place is under new management!Came all the way from melrose in the BX, this place is 100%“

“The food is fantastic ! Order the beef stew with yellow rice and beans. The place is always busy“

“One of The best Spanish food restaurants in Sunset Park 😍 food has flavor and it’s very tasty. I have gotten the chicharrón de pollo with bone in and without really good! The shrimp with rice soup, is off the hook good!!! Tostones, maduros whatever u get steak is Good Dominican Food not salty - just on point!!! Good Food here and eating again thx for your service Buen Gusto ♥️👏🙏“

“They sell super authentic, affordable and super flavorful pastelitos (Dominican fried empanadas), but don’t let the fact they’re fried scare you away! They make them with different fillings, and they truly don’t disappoint. With many empanada spots opening up, they do not compare because the pricing is high or the flavor is lacking. Here the experience is worth every penny, especially the pastelitos de cangrejo (crab empanada) they make.No hay nada más auténtico que un pastelito hecho con mucho amor. No te arrepentirás, te lo aseguro.“

“It's tastey food...only thing was the one day I went it seems only 2 of their steamtable items were "fresh" the Rice with beans " aka "Morro"..and the chicken sauteed with veggies which I enjoyed with a side plate of Avocado slices“

“The food is delicious, everything is seasoned well, tender meat (pernil, chicken, stew beef) etc.. However, those little Spanish chick's are rude racist and make you feel uncomfortable when you dine in. The chef is a wonderful, friendly man.“

“The menu here gives me new things to recommend each visit. The staff offered remarkable customer attention and the food was exceptional. El Monumento uses ingredients worth the effort. The buzz about El Monumento doesn't do it justice. This place gave me a smooth experience.“

“I have gotten food to-go from here a few times and every time is has been delicious, generous servings. The spaghetti is reliably very good. I’ve had the grilled chicken and the beef stew over rice and beans, both very flavorful. I haven’t dined in hit the women who work there have been friendly during every visit.“