Wow. I haven't had much Dominican food in the past to compare this to, but this was GREAT. The…read moreportion sizes are huge and the prices are so affordable - I will absolutely be coming back here again and again. This time, I ended up getting the Chicharrón with spaghetti instead of rice and beans because I had heard that Dominican spaghetti was something I had to try, and I didn't regret it at all. For the price of $14, this was probably 1.5-2 portions of food. I will be having this for dinner later on today! Chicharrón ($14) - These were deep fried pork belly chunks and they were pretty much cooked perfectly. They were seasoned well and just so crispy and juicy. When you deep fry pork belly in chunks, it's really easy to overcook them and dry them out, but this was just wonderfully lightly crispy on the outside and still so juicy and moist on the inside. Biting into each chunk was like a wonderful burst of flavor - really amazing job on these. Spaghetti (side) - Ah yes the Dominican spaghetti. If you want Italian pasta, this is not it, but it had a certain home-cooked charm and was a type of spaghetti I had not tasted before. It was creamy, tomato-ey, and buttery. The closest I can compare is that it had the texture of chef boyardee pasta, but the taste was much more smokey with hints of sweetness and umami. It was really filling and delicious! All in all - a great deal. $14 for that much food and meat is amazing, and everything tasted really fresh and well-cooked. I will absolutely be returning!

Another day, another Spanish restaurant!…read more It's a true blessing to live around wonderful Dominican/Puerto Rican restaurants. My son loves arroz con pollo. He can eat it everyday. When I walked in, it was a little cozy restaurant with 6-7 seatings. It was lunch time so there were a few tables occupied. I was there to get lunch to go. I wish I took more pictures of the hot bar. The two lovely ladies there were nice and helpful. I wish I knew they had a lunch menu because the gentleman that came in after me, he asked for the lunch portion. Next time! I got stewed chicken and white rice/beans for $19. It's the dinner portion. Not sure if I could have gotten sides like sweet plantains or yucca. A little language barrier. For $19, I'm assuming it should come with it but didn't. That's ok! Next time ima make sure to ask. One of the ladies that came out after knew English but it was too late because I already paid for my order. My whole order came out to be $30. This included the stewed chicken, side order of spaghetti, and side order of tuna mac salad. Everything was delicious. The stewed chicken was good but compared to my other places, this is probably 4th on the list. A little too salty. The spaghetti was really good. If you never had Dominican spaghetti before, I highly you to go try! Tuna salad at this spot was really good. So far the best I've had. Will definitely come back here to try other things! Especially the lunch menu. Downfall was, I didn't see a menu. Looked around for 5 minutes but couldn't find it lol

Came here as a recommendation from an aunt and did not disappoint…read more As soon as you walk in you can feel the energy and vibes, the music mixes playing in the background a real honey vibe our waitress was very attentive and super kind The churrasco was perfectly seasoned and cooked pretty well. I've been on the hunt for a banging churrasco dish since coming from PR and had yet to find one but this place did just that! The pulpofongo was soooo good and the pieces of chicharrón adentro muah My son loved the rice and beans and so did I Definitely can't wait to come back

I liked my dinner here. It's simple inside but nicely decorated, was a little cold inside with the…read moredoor opening and closing quite frequently. You look at the menu via QR code but someone comes around to take your order. Our waitress was really kind. My food was really tasty. However I will say our meats were cold for some reason, despite the rice and beans being piping hot. It felt like the meats were reheated from the fridge, but didn't quite get there. This did lose a star. But the sauce on top and the beans and rice all did offer lots of flavor, just wish it was hot. We were there pretty late on a Sunday and it was busy for it being smaller inside. Lots of people grabbing takeout orders and people eating around us too. Note: I've seen old pictures where food seemed to be scooped in front of you at the counter, but I did not see that in my recent visit. Not sure if this changed. What we ordered: -Churrasco, served with Garden salad, White Rice and Green Pigeon Peas -Full plate - White Rice with Red Beans, Res Guisado (Stew Beef) -Tostones

Went there today very rude service and the patties were cold…read more If you do not speak Spanish you will get ignored and they basically ignore you. Next time I'll get my patties at island style or murls kitchen.!!!

Second time this month I've had Santo Domingo restaurant. Both times I ordered online and was…read moredelivered within an hour. Second experience was much better than the first lol both times was a big order so I get there could potentially be items forgotten. My first order, desserts were missing (flan and tre leches cake). This time, we got both our desserts. I requested for hot sauce and never got any on the first order. This second time, each order received hot sauce. Thank you ! Food - the yellow Spanish rice is amazing! So much flavor. For $10.99, such a good deal for lunch menu price. I got their stewed beef with yellow rice. Added Potato Ball / Bollo de Papa for $2. (Also added Potato Salad / Ensalada de papa $3 , was not great . I don't recommend) lol Overall, this place is decent. I do recommend trying if you're looking for something quick and simple!

The food was really good and we'd definitely come back for that. The atmosphere was nice -…read morecolorful room and pleasant music that was at a nice moderate volume. However, in a nearly empty restaurant the service was SUPER SLOW, to the point of being dissapointing. There was literally one other patron in the restaurant at the time. This gives me pause about coming back, especially in light of other comments about the service. Would not want to eat here when it's more than a little busy.

I came for ropa vieja, but based on the other menu items it reminds me more of a Puerto Rican…read morecuisine. Rustic food. I liked the rice and red beans but the beef tasted a bit stale. As if they shredded it ahead of time for later use. Also the base needed more flavor. I ordered a mofongo to go, which was decent but desperately needed a sauce. In and outdoor seating available. It can be very loud inside.

Dominican food favorites well prepared and priced to sell right in the heart of eagleston sq. They…read morenow accept ebt cards for payment as well one of the few restaurants in the MA that do.

Service was great but the food put me out of commission for a couple days…read more For context I got my food on Too Good To Go so it may have been older options I'd like to go back someday to give it another try

Picalonga is a strictly takeout hole in the wall type restaurant serving traditional Dominican food…read morecafeteria style although I'm sure they also have an a la carte menu. Tasty Dominican standards like stewed meats with rice and beans all types of fritters etc. I think you'll like it and the portions are generous and the food is fresh.

The thing about these restaurants these days is they have to be sensitive to other ppls dietary…read morerestrictions. So the food had no flavor it was bland. The ordering line is chaotic. There is no organization to it. There is seating but it's so weird so basically it's not a sit down restaurant. The ppl in there are nice. The prices are great.

Food is delicious, service is great we tried almost everything and all very authentic also good and…read moretasty. Great job keep it up

" Here for years ; Dominican take out " We have came here…read morethrough the years when in the area . It's a Dominican restaurant ; or more of a Take out place. The food is ok . It fils you and the portions are big. It's no frills ; just a quick bite kind of place. The service is very friendly and welcoming. They have been here for a long time ; and they love servicing the community. You can feel it.

Came in from Texas and stopped in at Bani on our way to our hotel. Girls were so sweet and helpful…read more I've never tried Dominican food before and I'm so glad I did. It was delicious. They even whipped up some grilled chicken for my friend who was unsure about the menu options. (It can get overwhelming ordering new food!) Thank yall!

"Hi! I highly recommend this place [ BANI RESTAURANT ]. The food is simply delicious, the dishes…read moreare exquisite and the atmosphere is charming. Thank you very much for your attention BLESSINGS