Where To Eat in Dominican Republic (2025 Expat Guide)



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Planning your trip to the Dominican Republic in 2025? Get ready to explore the ultimate foodie guide with my personal list of must-visit spots for incredible dining experiences. From fine dining to comfort food, street eats, and desserts that will blow your mind, this video covers it all. Discover:

🍴 Best comfort food at Castaways Bistro
🌮 Top Mexican dishes at Terra Negra
🥞 Amazing breakfast options in Santiago
🍰 Desserts that redefine indulgence at SBG
🍕 The most authentic Detroit-style pizza at Republic

I’ll also highlight hidden gems, beachfront dining at iconic Jellyfish, and top fine dining at Llel in Santo Domingo. Whether you’re looking for upscale vibes or casual eats, you’ll find the perfect spots to enjoy off-resort dining.

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Chapters:
0:00 – Intro: Best Restaurants in the Dominican Republic 2025
0:39 – Comfort Food: Castaways Bistro, Punta Cana
2:01 – Date Night Dining: Market Restaurant, Punta Cana
4:03 – Waffles & Breakfast: Vagamundo, Cabarete
5:45 – Best Mexican Food: Terra Negra, Punta Cana
6:42 – Hidden Breakfast Gem: Santiago, Dominican Republic
8:10 – Iconic Beachfront Dining: Jellyfish Restaurant, Punta Cana
10:39 – Fine Dining Experience: Llel, Santo Domingo
11:40 – Top Street Food Spot: Arepa World, Cabarete
12:40 – Family-Friendly Casual Dining: Noah, Santiago
14:54 – Legendary Dominican Beachfront Restaurant: Jellyfish
17:01 – Honorable Mentions: Barbuto & Noah, Cap Cana
19:37 – Must-Visit in 2025: Detroit Pizza, Santo Domingo

26 Replies to “Where To Eat in Dominican Republic (2025 Expat Guide)

  1. I've walked by that Detroit pizza possibly 20 times but i haven't eaten there because I don't see Detroit as a place known for pizza. I also fell in love with Anthony's pizza off of Abraham Lincoln because the food is good, and it's a great spot to people watch. If you haven't already, try Lou Malnati's if you're ever in Chicago again. Great video.

  2. Jamie just learned how alta-gamma = top notch is the new B Punta Cana Airport…it is huge looks like hotel, a mall and an airport…looks good for like, to go there and have a nice walk…very very pleasent

  3. Jamie, Ill be in DR on the 3oth, landing in Punta Cana. Hope to see you around so I can say hello. i'm heading to puerto plata Tuesday the 31st. What is the name of the joint in Santiago? I want to stop there and eat while Im driving through on my way to PP.

  4. I agree with you about Castaways Bistro my favourite is the stuffed chicken and the lobstercargot its to die for. Still waiting for you to join us on a Monday night for Bbq and karaoke at Herman 311. Keep up the good work.

  5. Two in Jarabacoa…

    El Balcón (on the hills can see the whole valley. Chef from New Hampshire) Amazing in every way.

    Pele, in town. This is high cuisine and well executed. Their wine room is top notch. Service impeccable.

  6. Will you be expanding to semi annual mixers in the future? It would be great if you made a quarterly mixer (every three months) so that expats and visitors can have a chance to attend depending on when they are visiting.

  7. For food:

    Unagui in Blue Mall Punta Cana
    Curcio in Santo Domingo
    Turo in Santo Domingo
    Captain Cook in Cortecito
    KGB in Santiago
    Kyoto in Santiago
    Giulia in Santo Domingo
    Elizondo in Santo Domingo
    Oliveto in Santo Domingo
    Il Caminetto in Santo Domingo
    Dolce Italia in Cap Cana

    For dessert: green Is my thing and Pain de Sucre in Santo Domingo

    Guilty pleasure: Venezia in Punta Cana

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