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Aura

By |2007-03-07T13:16:13-04:00March 7th, 2007|Categories: Eat|

The hedonistic atmosphere at this chic beach house is a fantasy world away from the day-to-day realities of the city. The scene is mostly urbane capitaleños worshiping the sun in contemporary comfort while a handsome staff anticipates basic needs such as fresh towels for bathers emerging from the sea and replenishment of empty drinks with names [...]

Restaurant D’Oleo Mendez

By |2007-03-07T13:13:28-04:00March 7th, 2007|Categories: Eat|

This otherwise unremarkable restaurant is the place to go for lunch or dinner in this laid-back fishing village. Señora Bartolina d’Oleo, the proprietor, turns out delightful fish and seafood meals such as conch (called lambi locally) smothered in one of three sauces: a tomato-based creole, vinegar, or creamy garlic ajillo sauce.  Locals feast on the chewy [...]

Restaurant Costa Sur

By |2007-03-07T13:10:28-04:00March 7th, 2007|Categories: Eat|

The largely seafood menu is secondary to the primary reason people come to here; the theatre-sized beer and dance hall situated just behind the restaurant is the real draw.  The bow-tied gentleman greeting customers at the door gives the impression this is an upscale establishment, but Costa Sur is actually a very casual place to enjoy [...]

La Rocca

By |2007-03-07T13:08:00-04:00March 7th, 2007|Categories: Eat|

Located in the southwest region on the Dominican Republic, La Rocca features plenty of fish and seafood, most of which is served in a tomato-based or garlic sauce.  Checkered tablecloths set with artificial flowers create a cheery atmosphere.    

King Crab Restaurant

By |2007-03-07T12:59:47-04:00March 7th, 2007|Categories: Eat|

Basic fresh fish and seafood meals are served under a circular thatched roof canopy inside the courtyard of this family-run restaurant.  With the lively bar playing a constant strain of classic Dominican merengue, and more recently popularized bacahata, it comes as no surprise that many patrons are moved to dance while waiting for their meal to [...]

Ranchito2Rios

By |2007-03-07T12:55:38-04:00March 7th, 2007|Categories: Eat|

Take in rolling emerald green hills as far as the eye can see from any table under the thatched roof of this open-air restaurant and activity center. Dotting the sweeping vista are about twenty horses; the amicable proprietor and host Mr. Tiburcio keeps them for visitors who may want to take a guided trot around the [...]

Jarabacoa River Club

By |2007-03-07T12:50:58-04:00March 7th, 2007|Categories: Eat|

This complex caters mostly to wealthy residents celebrating weddings and birthday parties, which are both frequent and elaborate. But the El Bambú Restaurant and El Laurel Snack Bar see less commotion and are pleasant places to enjoy lunch and dinner. Both look over the river, the sound of rushing water providing soothing background noise. A sizeable [...]

Aguas Blancas Restaurant

By |2007-03-07T12:48:14-04:00March 7th, 2007|Categories: Eat|

Aguas Blancas Restaurant located in the Central Region of The Dominican Republic where dining options are far and few between in Jarabacoa and less so in Aguas Blancas location of Constanza. Restaurants in the center of Jarabacoa cater to Dominican taste while Rancho Gauraguao in Constanza features an international restaurant, café, and snack bar. Romantic Spanish [...]

Atlantis

By |2007-03-07T12:44:42-04:00March 7th, 2007|Categories: Eat|

There was a time when Atlantis was the only restaurant on Playa Bonita where one could enjoy a decent meal.  Much has changed on this tranquil strip, with options for dining expanding slightly; but Atlantis still remains one of the best choices. As with so many chefs in the area, Gerard Pyrstasz relies on whatever is [...]

Meson de Bari

By |2007-03-07T12:37:48-04:00March 7th, 2007|Categories: Eat|

Méson de Bari built its stellar culinary reputation on a matriarch's recipes handed down through generations; some of her descendants now manage the business. The restaurant is among only a handful in the colonial sector to offer local cuisine in an elegant setting, and the food is exceptionally good. Although much is made of the cangrejo [...]

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