Dominican Food in NYC
Dominican cuisine is a cornerstone of New York City’s food landscape. With one of the largest Dominican populations outside of Santo Domingo, NYC offers an incredible range of Dominican food — from quick colmados to sit-down restaurants serving traditional home cooking.
Must-Try Dominican Dishes
- Mangu — Mashed green plantains with onions, cheese, and salami (La Bandera breakfast)
- Mofongo — Mashed fried plantains with garlic and chicharrones
- Sancocho — Hearty seven-meat stew with root vegetables
- Chicharrones de Pollo — Dominican fried chicken bites
- La Bandera — The flag: rice, beans, and meat — the national lunch
- Pastelitos — Fried pastry pockets with meat or cheese
Where to Find Dominican Food in NYC
Washington Heights · The Bronx · Williamsburg
