QUE RICO!!!! I loved this place the grilled chicken with peppers! I usually order it and it comes with white rice, beans and a green salad. The ambiance on the exterior decor reminds me of The Krabby Patty(super cute) but I wish they would brighten up the interior just a bit! Their service is always consistent and the food is always ready at a reasonable time. read more

Visiting a friend in Rhode Island, she took us to this little gem! Authentic Dominican food -- quick, delicious, and full of that home-cooked flavor we miss when we travel. We had plenty to share (and still took leftovers!). The beans were especially delicious. We had chicken chicharrón and grilled steak forgot to take pictures everyone enjoyed the food. read more

See all

I came here because of a friend's recommendation - they mentioned it was quality food at a great price. I dont think it had a dedicated parking lot, so we parked on the street, really close to the place. When I walked in, I was drawn to the simple, yet beautiful decor. The walls are dark, which really helped to bring out the plants (plastic) they have all around. Some of the tables are a bit close together, but we secured a booth in the back. The menu offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner and has a lot of options with different meats and fish, appetizers, soups, as well as side dishes like plantains, beans, and extras. I was gravitated towards many dishes, but I went with the fried chicken with lemon which came with rice, beans, and salad (for an additional +1). The food came out after about 10-15 minutes and it was a big plate. There were about six small pieces of chicken including a wing, thighs, a leg, and breast, about a cup of rice, a cup of beans, and a handful of salad. The chicken was very good. It was well seasoned, crispy, you could taste the hint of lemon. The beans were tender and flavorful with the right viscosity in the broth. The rice, although simple, was also tasty. The salad was fresh, but I wish it came with a homemade dressing instead of just lime, and that there was more of it. Overall, I was satisfied. I tried some of my friend's fried plantain, and just by the look of it, I knew they were perfectly ripe. I was right, and they were delicious - sweet and caramelized. Our waiter was kind, and brought us everything we needed. read more

The Lunch Box - Top: rice Left: beans Right: fried plantains - Latin American Near Me - Cranston, Rhode Island

See all

The food is good and the ambiance is fine, but unfortunately, the service was awful. I came in today, August 16, 2026, and ordered a chicharrón mofongo and a glass of red wine. It took quite a while to be seated, even though the restaurant wasn't particularly busy. After placing my order, a server came to my table and told me they were out of red wine. What was confusing was that I could clearly see several bottles of red wine on the rack, so the explanation didn't make much sense. When my food arrived, the server practically threw the plate on the table and never came back to check whether everything was okay. I needed some salt and had to try to get someone's attention myself. For a small restaurant with relatively few tables, I would expect the staff to be attentive and on top of things. Unfortunately, that wasn't my experience today. The food was good, but the poor service really took away from the overall experience. read more

This is my first review ever. I've heard good things about this place and my sister had always wanted to try the food. It's my sister's birthday so I took her and my younger brother out. The restaurant looked cute and we sat in the back. I asked for water to start off and we were brought 3 water bottles. My 2 siblings had already opened them but when our waitress came back, I had asked if they serve water on tap and she answered "yes". She took my water bottle back and brought back a glass cup for me. Never have I been brought water bottles when asked for water in a sit down establishment. Water bottles are $1 each. I had to ask for 2 more for my siblings. We ordered and waited about 25 mins. 25 mins isn't an outrages timeframe for food to be prepared but we were the only ones in there and had ordered tripe soup, sausage/eggs and an omelet. Never once did our waitress come and check up on us or asked if we needed refills. No napkins to be used other than the one that came with our utensils, we had to share the water we originally was served to help quench our thirst, and we couldn't even take home the left overs as they never came to check up on us. As other customers start to come in, I noticed they received hugs and friendly conversations with laughs. I'm not one to play the race card but given then the other customers were Spanish and we were the only Asians in there, it's hard not to wonder. After 25 mins finished eating, I had to walk up to the counter to pay for my tab. For the first time in my life, I did not leave a tip and I always leave at least 20% as I know what's it like to work in the restaurant industry. If this establishment's mission is to keep the culture and food within themselves, keep doing what you're doing. Oh forgot to mention, seemed like the owner came in and she was no help either. I would never recommend this place. read more

The food here is delicious when they get it right that's why they got two stars from me. I wait for the day that they actually get an order correct. I always have to have an issue with this place cause they always forget something or do something incorrect. Do better lunch box your food is amazing! read more

Best Dominican food spot in Cranston, Rhode Island. Quick service, great prices, and amazing servers ! read more

The Lunch Box - Best Dominican food spot in Cranston RI ... - Latin American Near Me - Cranston, Rhode Island

Cute place & good food. Mostly fried & all meat dishes, but pretty yummy. The plantains were delicious as well as the fried cheese appetizer. The meat & chicken were basic but good. The music is loud but fun. Worth checking out! read more

See all

Love, love, love it here! A few times I ordered The Lunch Box for delivery and they never let me down. My family and I all love this place very much. I brag about it all the time. The food is AMAZING and the customer service is great! Also the portions are beyond amazing, and the price is great too. I really have no complaints at all! I have even come here a few times to eat outside on their little patio and I love the feeling and the atmosphere they present here. The servers are so nice and attentive. I would recommend this place if you are looking for Spanish food, such a great place and very tasty food! Make sure you try the hugo de chinola (passion fruit juice) it's so good I love it! Take out or eat here either way you will leave with smiles, a happy and full belly and you will most likely leave with a box full of food. read more

The Lunch Box - Mom and food! - Latin American Near Me - Cranston, Rhode Island

Necesito cuidar tu factura con estos tipos. Cobran propinas automáticamente sin informarte y aún así piden propinas adicionales al final. Por lo que vi cobran un 10% adicional y lo llaman tarifa de servicio. Cuando le pidieron que se retirara, la camarera me dijo que no podía. Le hice saber que normalmente dejo el 25% pero que lo dejaría como está si ella no lo quitara. read more

They don't just do Dominican food but American breakfast. This place reminds me of the Dominican restaurants around broad street Providence. I decided to check this new restaurant they i've never been to before but I always pass by when I'm driving here to go to see my dentist. walking in they have a nice patio and I was greeted in a friendly manner by the service staff. I was advised to get the 3 Golpes (Dominican breakfast or 3 hit on the heads. Yikes!): 2 Eggs, fried salami, fried cheese and mangu. I am ordering this for someone but it looked good on the menu so I decided to order myself one too. Drinks called the chinola is a passion fruit drink is something to try while here. I bought the lemonade and passion. I tried to finish but because my eating habits having drastically changed: Very little carbs, more salads and fruits. It was hard to finish my meal because of all the fried meats/cheese and carbs. The service was wonderful and breakfast did not align with what am used to but did love the drink. $6 for the large was a good deal. Give this mom and pops shop out! If you love Dominican food then this would definitely satisfy you appetite. I will definitely come back and try something else. read more

See all

Small portions. Not a lot of variety just a few Simple Dominican dishes to choose from. All female servers Have BBL.. more of vibe for Older Dominican men..Basic dishes and extremely overpriced read more

Whenever I meet a local Dominican in Rhode Island, I ask them for their favorite Dominican restaurant. Recently someone recommended The Lunchbox and I decided to try it. I had dropped off a friend at the airport and decided to try it as I was nearby. I arrived too early for lunch service, but they offered mangú (mashed plantains) a Dominican staple. It was really good with all the fixings. (Photo below) The following week I went to pick up lunch. I had the stewed chicken with rice and beans--again pretty flavorful. I'll repeat this again. Yesterday, I went for their sancocho (traditional soup/stew) the owner told me that it was the best and honestly, it was the best sancocho I've had in many years. My only complaint is that it is only available Mondays, I'd go back for sancocho any day of the week. This was full of traditional flavors, with many types of meats (beef, hen, smoked pork chops) as well as all the traditional root vegetables that other restaurants seem to not include. This is a small no frills kind of place, but if you appreciate really authentic Dominican flavors, this is the place. I hope they continue consistently cooking this delicious food. MUCHAS GRACIAS! read more

The Lunch Box - This is the sancocho, I added the traditional avocado and white rice. Fantastic! I'm craving more. - Latin American Near Me - Cranston, Rhode Island

See all

The worst food I've ever eaten. Also, very rude costumer service. I would not recommend! Just don't! read more

The food used to be good here but it was very salty, even the empanadas were ridiculously salty. I usually don't like giving bad reviews but I found a plastic within my chicken empanada. Was chewing and something wasn't right, pulled a piece of plastic from my mouth. I'm pretty sure I might have swallowed a piece. read more

The Lunch Box - Plastic from the empanada - Latin American Near Me - Cranston, Rhode Island

Delicious 3 golpes DOMINICAN BREAKFAST!! We are in heaven, huge portion, presented beautifully, great service :) read more

The Lunch Box - Tres golpes - Latin American Near Me - Cranston, Rhode Island

So this is come in sit down and wait and wait and wait, You order and wait and wait and wait and food finally comes out. You start to eat and no follow up on how the food was cooked. And if there was something not right, guess what? You wait and wait and wait then nothing. So you just eat what was delivered and you like it. So I wait and wait to try to get the check so I can leave. So I wait and wait again. So anyway I had the mofongo with octopus and the rice and beans with stewed beef. So if you have all the time in the world to waste and not in a rush, please drop in and wait. read more

The food was very good, and the restaurant was a cozy and lively area. My issue and 2 star is because of the 18% gratuity charge that they don't inform you of when paying, leaving you to tip more than you were meaning to. (Which is something I didn't find out until I got my receipt) I also found the service to be mediocre. I received my food well before my water, and my friend with me had to ask for their drink after already ordering and reminding the staff multiple times. While I'd suggest going for the good food, I'd say to keep in mind the charges you're paying while checking out. read more

I had a great first experience. Our waitress was kind and gracious. Food was great. Probably best for take out. It's a bit small. But besides that .. no complaints.. read more

The Lunch Box - Fried fish with tostones, shrimp fried rice & mondongo. - Latin American Near Me - Cranston, Rhode Island

See all

It's ok... steak tastes pretty rubbery, and tough. But one thing I have to say... beat pinto beans I've ever tasted anywhere!

MY FAVORITE DOMINICAN SPOT HANDS DOWN! The food is always fresh and hot. My favorite is the grilled chicken salad with an order of tostones! The house made pico (no other way to call it) is on point! The ladies at the front are always nice and welcoming. Also their breakfast is always great! The mangu is just right! read more

Food terrible they finally waited on us after 10 min brought coffee no milk or cream took after breakfast to bring milk. Fake sausages. Banquet dollar store hard shame ham dry and couldn't chew waitress still talking on sell phone and her baby screaming. Bacon taste like metal from cooker worst food ever never bought me change after 35.00 for 3 breakfast s meals I had hair in potatoes I showed waitress she ohh sorry never again place should be closed down no one speaks Englishot even tries read more

The Lunch Box - Hair in my food - Latin American Near Me - Cranston, Rhode Island

See all

TERRIBLE SERVICE! My boyfriend, and I called in an order which we were told would be ready in 25 minutes. He went to pick it up and was ignored for the first 15 minutes of his arrival. Other customers behind him were helped first as well as some people leaving. It was very upsetting as we were very excited to try Dominican food for the first time. The food itself was good, but the ordeal is not worth it in the future. read more

I give an average rating coz the overall experience was not too fascinating. Fried chicken was way too dry. Chicken gravy was the best among everything we ordered there. Pork was dry too. Quantity of rice is too much,so you might want to request for lesser quantity rather than waste it all. Overall they might be doing Justice to the price of the food since it is a $ restaurant serving good quantity. Btw they have plantain fries and I definitely recommend to try the sweet one. That's yum! read more

Horrible service. Totally empty when I went and yet the staff was at the register talking among themselves totally uninterested in taking my order. Food is different but not good and not worth the money. Too many other really good restaurants to go in the area than to settle on a place with mediocre food and poor customer service. I see why it's empty. read more

I decided to try this place out after seeing it for many years and never visiting. I went to see the menu and saw it was a Dominican place. Oh Wow. Let me try a Dominican Breakfast. So I ordered 4 Golpes online and asked for a side of toast. Excited!!! When I got there I did not feel welcomed at all. The owner then told me that toast did not come with the meal so it was not in the bag. I told her I would pay for the toast. I mean it's toast. You could have added it but that is that nickel and dime stuff I don't like. Paid for my toast and left thinking damn, they are not very friendly in there. Got my food back to work and open it. Took a bite of the Sausage, Salami and even the Mangu (First time trying it) and they were good. I asked for over hard eggs because I don't like runny eggs. They were not fully cooked. The cheese was hard in the middle. I then looked down at my plate and saw my food was sitting in one inch of oil. My toast was not even buttered and you charged me for that? At that point it turned my stomach and I was only able to eat the meats and the top of the mangu. I threw the rest away! Even asked me during checkout for a tip. Tip for what? Picking it up? I could and May go back and try something else. I may not. Pricey for regular food but more important I felt I did not belong there. If that is their customer service, then that would be why I never return. It is 2023 and I hope the owner reads this and makes improvements. How are you gonna make any money if you have no customer service skills? I got the feeling their own people service them so they don't too much care about anyone else. Do better! read more

Ok, so I discovered this little hole in the wall on accident. The staff is very nice but, not all are bilingual. Not too hard since I get the same thing every time. I love it so much I've not found a reason to try something new. It is a relatively small place but never packed. Food is always quick. I always get the Pollo Frito with white rice and beans. It is simply amazing and for $6, depending on the two available sizes, you get so much food. The other thing you can't deny is the price. It's cheap quick and excellent Spanish food. Go in and try it yourself. It's well worth a visit. read more

The Lunch Box - Latin American Near Me - Cranston, Rhode Island

For all the customers whom walk in that door this place is a complete rip off restaurant. What ever price you see on the menu are different from what you pay on the check. First time trying out the foods so I ordered one of the dish Fried Fish the price listed $15 on menu but when the bill came it was charged $40. Then we asked our server he is Hispanic man dark skinny tall looking, why is the dish $40 then he said we are out of small fish so we gave you the bigger fish. First of all if you gonna give us a bigger fish you should let your customers know in advance to see if they agree to pay for the price difference but none of that. Also charged 20% tip on the check for just party of 2 people. How do you stay in business if you just want to rob your customers left and right. This restaurant doesn't want return customers for business otherwise they wouldn't have used such dishonesty tactic. read more

The Lunch Box - a menu for a seafood restaurant - Latin American Near Me - Cranston, Rhode Island

This was definitely mediocre Dominican food. As a Dominican woman, I was not impressed with any element of this dish. The carne de res was cut very irregularly which left the meat stringy and unpleasant to chew. The garden salad was the best aspect of this dish as it provided a nice palette refresher with the heavy use of vinegar as a dressing. The beans were not as tender nor as thick as they should be. Really did not have any flavor at all either. The beans were definitely unsatisfactory and the worst part of the dish. The only upside? They pack this $7 plate with loads of rice that's cooked very well. Would not recommend the lunch specials, you get what you pay for to say the least. read more

The Lunch Box - Latin American Near Me - Cranston, Rhode Island

Great spot!! Recommend by a friend and did not disappoint. We tried a couple different items and they were all tasty! Generous portions! read more

Food is so good, great quality and quantity which is hard to find especially at a great price!

Paid 44 dollars for food and half of it was only given to me when I was offered a refund it was for the NEXT DAY. I called and asked for my food to be made and rushed and they could've even do that. Even after I asked for my food to be remade I still didn't get it all and practically none of it was right also didn't receive the hot sauce I asked for at the counter. I ended up late to work cause of this and honestly no one seemed to even care. Whenever my coworkers order from here too there's also an issue. Food is great service is horrible. NEVER COMING BACK read more

Best Dominican food I've had here so far in my 6 years of being a Rhode Islander. Their carne asada and steal and onions, the green fried plaintains and shrimp fried rice are A1 too. Love! read more

My family and I often pass by this place but we stopped to give it a try. It was a great experience. If you are expecting a full service wait staff, this is not the place for you. There was one very kind and helpful lady, that took orders as well as managed the check out inside. The atmosphere was very relaxed. We ate outside under the umbrellas and that was a great option for us as we have young kids. We came just before the lunch rush and never had any problems with waiting, but the many people who came after may have had to. Now onto the food: my fried fish was EXCELLENT. I'm from the Eastern Caribbean and the whole fried snapper took me back to Mother's kitchen in the islands. My husband and son had the fried chicken, which they enjoyed. The tostones were ok, I should have gotten regular fried plantains instead. Overall, a 4.5 for food, 4 for service, but a 5 for overall experience. We throughly enjoyed our lunch here. read more

See all

Small little gem in RI!!! Would definitely go back. We had about 8 people for lunch on a Sunday, pretty busy, service was ok but you can tell everyone does everything. Lastly the food was delicious!!! read more

A bad review isn't something I like to give but this was really bad zero stars is more fitting . I was surprised when my husband suddenly pulled over at The lunch box for breakfast which we had talked about trying . Red flags from the first minute we walked in ,the place was completely empty .We were thinking it was still fairly early ,maybe lunch is busier. The smell of cleaner was so bad and not in a good way,it was really really bad think Odoban cleaner drenched the whole place so much you could taste it . We ordered easy breakfasts with my hubby ordering 3 eggs over easy w/ sausage he got two I ordered scrambled eggs w/ bacon but got maybe one egg not really scrambled you could see It looked like one egg scraped off the grill with brown grill bits , not scrambled at all . Toast came out for both breakfasts in something holding the bread , barely toasted . What really got me was being ignored by the two women working that day . They couldn't be bothered talking to us or asking if everything was ok despite us being the only people in the place . Another thing is they add on tips but also got tipped on our horrible breakfasts that were really sub par by any restaurant standards . Never never will we step foot in this place again ,they definitely felt a certain way about "customers " . Save your money don't bother it's terrible . read more

The woman that was at the counter was rude. I asked for extra limes and I asked for a certain kind of sauce but did not receive either one . I ordered something that was on the menu but when I went to pick up my food I was told they didn't have any. I ordered a beef plate. It was very dry and very salty. I will not be returning to this restaurant again!!! read more

The service is terrible but the food is good. The new owner are very rude and you have to wait like 30 minutes to get a food that's already cook read more

Was hungry saw this place and said why not. So glad I did place is so good . Food reminds me of my auntie lulus food. Taste is of the charts can't really figure out the hours but hey. Staff is extremely friendly. I highly recommend this place. It's not as small on the inside as you would think read more

The food here is really good.i come here when I want the rich Caribbean taste. The space is decent and theirs almost tv on all of the walls. But the place really looks like a cute lunch box. read more