Where to Eat in Altos Dechavon: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Discover the best restaurant in Altos Dechavon, Dominican Republic including La casita restaurant, Shish Kabab, Dom Ham, La Cana, Restaurant Lucas, Crema Pasteleria, Cinco Gelato, Punto Italia, Chinois Restaurant by Susana, L'Osteria Caribe
1. La casita restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 169 reviews
Reviewed By Jenndoc
Wow, try salpicón de mariscos and pulpo a la gallega, so fresh and tasty. Also tried the fresh cantaloupe juice with vodka, it was very refreshing. Even the Alfredo sauce is homemade, nothing pre-cook. The waiter very attentive he told us he works there for 20 years and he is very happy.
2. Shish Kabab
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 178 reviews
Though specialising in Middle Eastern cuisine, Yolanda and Juan's menu have a range of local (Dominican) dishes. In fact if you speak to them beforehand, they will endeavour to cater for special requests. Their hospitality is excellent. Prices are reasonable. Seating is available indoors with air-con, and also a renovated outside Terrace to watch the world go by. The recipes have been passed from generations and after 46 years, the restaurant continues to develop its menu and deliver an excellent mouth watering experience. Do not forget to try the dishes for which they are most known for, the Kipe and Catibias. The Kipe is a traditional arabic dish made out of bulgur wheat filled with meat and fried to perfection and the Catibia is their version of an empanada made out of yuca instead of flour and filled with a variety of options like meat, chicken, cheese, conch or a combination of these. They are amazing! Shish Kabab has now opened their second location on the Autopista del Coral, it's the highway that connects to the east coast of the island. Coming from Santo Domingo, it will be after the first toll, just before the second one next to the Gas Station Next. If you are coming directly from La Romana, it will be just before the first toll. The new location offers the same menu and has created a cozy, elegant and tropical ambiance that is perfect for a road trip stop for food and refreshments. Their natural juices are a must, in addition of course to the Kipes and Empanadas, which they are famous for. If you are traveling back home from the Punta Cana airport, this will definitely be the best goodbye meal of a lovely visit.
Reviewed By Francisco N
Delicious quipes a place to go with family served by its owner, typical arabic dishes, a restaurant icon of the area for many years
3. Dom Ham
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 73 reviews
Reviewed By rhmejia - Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
Simple, relaxed, tons of different beers, great burgers and a unique character: owner Carlitos. Disney have Mickey, Dom Ham and La Romana have Carlitos....one in a million....fun is guarantee I had a blast
4. La Cana
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
Experience the flavors of the Mediterranean without ever leaving the Caribbean at La Caña. Enjoy light lunches and satisfying dinner of traditionally prepared gourmet cuisine. The authentic flavors will almost make you bask the warmth of the sun on the French Riviera, see the architectural wonders of Milan, and feel the cobblestones beneath your feet.
Reviewed By Helane G
We dined at La Cana Club at The Grille. We ate there twice since it was so fabulous. The service was only exceeded by the innovative food served by Chef Santiago. When in Punta Cana, make an effort to dine here. Worth a special trip!
5. Restaurant Lucas
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By GLMARTIN_PR - Miami, Florida
This is a gem in La Romana. A little bit hard to find if using gps. Excellent service. We were greeted by owners who are very friendly and recommended some great dishes. Calamari appetizer was great. The raviolis were excellent. Pasta bolognese was also very good. Excellent italian menu. Very reasonable prices. Will definitively go back next time in La Romana. Avoid tourist traps at Casa de Campo and go to Lucas Restaurant instead.
6. Crema Pasteleria
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 96 reviews
Reviewed By AlvarOjeda - La Romana, Dominican Republic
This place serves very good coffee and has some good sandwiches, french pastries like croissants. One downside is that they seem not to have wifi for customers, in my opinion, a huge downfall. La Romana is not a very touristy city, so expect to see a lot of locals. If you are driving, use the parking lot that is beside the place. If you are walking, beware as some pickpocketing has been reported around this place. They also serve lunch, their food is good and has good presentation. Keep in mind that restauranteurs in the DR are not obligated to pu prices including taxes, so everything is 28% more of what you see in the menu. VAT Tax is 18%, and tipping is mandatory by law, that is another 10% of the check.
7. Cinco Gelato
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
BEST Gelato and Sorbets! You will love our variety. DULCE de LECHE, Chinola (Passion Fruit) & CHOCOmonster a MUST! Locations: Restauracion #15, La Romana San Juan Shopping Center, Bavaro/Puntacana Federico Geraldino #83, Santo Domingo Multicentro Sirena Churchill, Santo Domingo
Reviewed By Randy_Langton - La Romana, Dominican Republic
Simply, there is no other gelato worth your time, not only in La Romana, but in the Dominican Republic. Handmade and amazing. Flavors change frequently and they're all good. The employees are also very friendly and professional. We stop here a couple of times a month and it's always great.
8. Punto Italia
Overall Ratings
4 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By Cesarina G
This is a very good Italian restaurant, had a very good pizza and awesome pasta, the owner is always around to make sure you are having a good time. They have a very nice outside patio that makes you feel very good when having a glass of wine from the large selection that they carry.
9. Chinois Restaurant by Susana
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By kgs212 - New York City, New York
This restaurant has a lovely atmosphere -- especially being able to sit outside. Care has been taken with the decoration. Tablecloth restaurant. The food was solid. It isn't always easy to cook "foreign" food in countries like DR but Susanna manages a number of dishes. Dumplings and eggrolls were good. Pad Thai not so good. Other folks at my table loves the lettuce rolls.
10. L'Osteria Caribe
Overall Ratings
5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By cedar4604 - North Richland Hills, Texas
Just a bit downhill from the Parque Central Duarte, this restaurant/pizzeria was a great find. The patio dining was lovely and the food was delicious. I had a great pizza and my husband ordered seafood. We had noticed on the streets that many shops had generators running. When we were ready to leave, the cash register had no electricity. Didn't stop the cooking, though! The owner was so nice. We talked to his young son, who had just come home from school. The fish was not cheap, but seafood never is. The pizza was probably less than ten dollars and I could not eat it all because it was too big. The menu was in Spanish and hand written, but the owner speaks English. Ask for a table in the shade!
