The Dominican Restaurant
If you ever find yourself craving bold, home-style Dominican flavors right in Raleigh, The Dominican Restaurant is where you want to be. Tucked away at 3601 Capital Blvd Ste 107, this cozy spot brings a genuine taste of the Dominican Republic to North Carolina — and locals can't get enough.
The vibe here is super laid-back, like you’re walking into a family kitchen. From the moment you step in, the rich aroma of seasoned meats and sautéed vegetables pulls you straight into the heart of Caribbean comfort food. It’s the kind of place where the food does most of the talking — and trust me, it speaks volumes.
Let’s talk must-try dishes. The Chicharrón de Pollo is wildly popular — perfectly crispy fried chicken chunks that hit all the right notes. If you’re into stews, the Carne Guisada and Pollo Guisado are both slow-cooked to savory perfection, loaded with flavor in every bite. Want something light and vibrant on the side? Go for the Ensalada Rusa — it’s creamy, refreshing, and totally satisfying. And don’t even think about skipping the Tostones. These twice-fried green plantains are crunchy, salty, and seriously addictive.
Service is quick and friendly, and whether you're a regular or a first-timer, the team makes you feel like you’ve been coming there for years. It’s a hidden gem for sure, but once you’ve tried it, you’ll understand why it has such a loyal fanbase.
Whether you're grabbing a hearty lunch or treating yourself to a flavorful dinner, The Dominican Restaurant delivers an authentic culinary experience that feels like home — just with a little more sazón.
Reviews
This place is a gem. Stopped for breakfast. Service was excellent. Super Friendly. Love hearing the Latin music blaring from the speakers as you walk up. Nice seating area outside. For breakfast we had a cup of Cafe Con leche. It's the best coffee I've had in a long time. Sweet and creamy. Mangu 3 Golpes was two fried/poached eggs, mofongo, fried cheese and sausage. Super yummy. Also has a glass of Guava juice. Omg it was delicious. the Empanadas was good too! Will definitely be back for lunch or dinner very soon! Check 'em out!
Empanadas are the best! Staff was very friendly. Not very expensive. Try their passion fruit juice. I would advice to double check your order if you are planning to take it to go.
I drove into Raleigh from Miami and wanted some authentic Dominican cuisine and what better place to satisfy my taste buds then here at The Dominican Restaurant. As soon as you walk in you're politely greeted and then a display of some of the finest Dominican dishes you can expect. I had the rice and red beans, chicken, salad and tostones and washed it down with a cold Modelo. What makes The Dominican Restaurant unique is its embrace of Latin culture. There's rhythmic Latin music that plays on the outside dining area under a canopy covered courtyard. They also have evening entertainment so after eating you can dance to a mixture of salsa, bachata and merengue... I will definitely be back... I would have posted a better image of my food but y'all I was hungry and it was good AF - next time I promise.
The food was as good if not better than the food I had in Puerto Rico. The service was great especially knowing how long our order takes to make we didn't expect it instantly. And the music made me feel like I was back in the tropics! My grandson couldn't stop dancing at the table. At the end we were so stuffed and there was enough food there for another meal.