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Santiago Province, Caribbean Food Guide: 10 Italian food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Santiago de los Caballeros
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10. Pappa Johns
Reviewed By SAMIS27
Something did not taste like the way made in the US. I think it may be the mozzarella cheese. Needs some improvement.
9. Trattoria Bio Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By MissAlyssaKiran
Like many small, non-chain restaurants in Santiago, the exterior is humble, albeit inviting and clean. Upon entry, we were greeted by a very cordial gentleman who seemed genuinely happy and excited to have us as guests. We sat at a large, possibly artisan crafted, rustic table, aside the wall of wine bottles. The scent of garlic and spices filled the air. We started with appetizers and wine. The eggplant parmesan and Caprese salad were as good as any I have had. The wine selection is vast, and working with the sommelier, we found the perfect wine after just a few tastes. He was quite knowledgable. For our entrees, we had a seafood casserole which was divine, a custom made shrimp dish which was brought about through discussion between the chef and myself, a diabla penne pasta dish, and a fragrant and flavorful fish dish (Im sorry, I forget the name, as it was in Spanish). We shared one anothers' dinners and all four of us marvelled at each of the chef's creations.This little restaurant, Trattoria Bio, is worth finding, especially if, like me, you've come to find DR food generally too bland, salty, and fatty in general. Here, you can escape all of that! The warm , friendly attitude you will find here is only enhanced by the charming, even romantic atmosphere within. It is located on a little side street, between Hotel Los Jardines and the Gran Almonte Casino and Hotel. Parking was plentiful on each visit I have made. The prices run from about 250-400 pesos per plate. The wine was reasonably priced, and many wines are available by the glass.Enjoy!
8. Lilli's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By Robert M
Food is outstanding for foodies who love an Italian fare. The lasagna and eggplant parmasiana are outstanding and our favs. Lilli's is close to home so great for a last minute date night where a quiet night with good food, outstanding service and attentive staff.
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7. Sabrass
Overall Ratings
4 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By Robert M
Sabrass is a hidden little gem close to home. There is little advertising same word of mouth for their 16 years-location. Several of my wife's students at the University kept bringing up the name and suggesting we were missing an opportunity.The restaurant is located in an upper-scale open-air mall, but litterally hidden back in one of the corners. Hours are 11A-2A. If you didn't know it was there you would pass by - as we did for the last two years. I stopped in around lunch on a quiet day to get a business card but didn't feel the expected warmth for a new potential customer when compared to other nearby restaurants. Were it not for an insistant wife, that moment almost chilled our visit two days later.Restaurant lay-out is essentially 70% outside, 30% inside. Fine dining in DR is really an evening/late evening event so an early 7PM arrival assured us solo dining inside. A great layout, clean, uncrowded. The menu is diverse but primarily Italian fare so we focused on ravioli and beef. Portions were adequate, presentation of the meal was superb, and taste was equisite. But some outside detractions pulled from the romantic interlude planned that evening.Once seated, almost 10-15 minutes lapsed before a server arrived and presented a menu and took drink orders. He was spot on with table service ettiique, well versed with the menu and able to answer any questions we had. I do not drink alcohol so measure a bartender's expertise by how well he can offer a pina colada sin alcohol. Superb.There was a long, long pause between delivery of the drinks and a return to place our dining order. I complained to my wife who reminded me this was her date night, shut up and that we had time to talk. Be good. But, she finally had to get up and go drop a hint that we were ready to dine. There was no music so this was a great place to sit and chat.It appeared to us that the outside 70% of the clientelle use the restaurant as a stop-off point after work. Our waiter was seen running back and forth outside. This perception came to a head when the music suddenly blared inside: loud, unromantic, and absent mood to even talk. We finally asked to have it turned down. I asked to speak with a manager after we finished dining and discovered that they can separate the music channels inside and outside. She adjusted it to a softer romantic mood option while continuing the louder, local bar-like choice outside. Hindsight confirms that management or the wait staff were not focused on fine dining that early.I could not understand what kind of chocolate dish my wife was selecting for dessert, but was incredibly surprised. The restuarant has taken what we Americans might call a hot fudge sundae and exploited it to famedom. Vanilla ice creams was encased in a hands-high red candy spider web they made to surrounding the icre cream and which broke away as a candy treat. The chocolate conconction was a close to a hot fudge Ive seen anywhere on the island. It was in a separate dish and could be spooned onto the ice cream as desired. I'm sure the item is not called a hot fudge sundae, but the presentation is the best I've seen anywhere in over 40 years of military and diplomatic world travel. That end-of-meal surprise is a clear indicator that on other circumstances this is a place in competition with nearby Saga - just more laid back. We'll be back to see what other tasty treats they have - and hopefully in a more romantic environment.
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6. Da Maurizio
Overall Ratings
4 based on 32 reviews
In our restaurant traditional Italian cuisine is based despite the location in the Caribbean we strive to meet all the necessary products to give you the feeling of being in an Italian home! Our dishes are processed exclusively with fresh products so some
Reviewed By Eduardolozano
Very nice place, soft music and great Italian food. Excellent prices. Ample parking with security. Many shops within walking distance.Thank you so much!
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5. Il Pasticcio
Overall Ratings
4 based on 65 reviews
Reviewed By Juan P
I had the Fettucini Carbonara and my friend the Beef Lasagna, both dishes were delicious; however, only left 3 stars because the service is horrible, drinks do not get refilled, servers do not care about giving quality service because I guess the tip is included in the check so they honesly do not care.Juan P, so sorry to hear that your experience at our restaurant wasn't top quality. Your comments our of great help, please let us know when you are in town and could visit us again.
4. La Locanda Santiago
Overall Ratings
4 based on 80 reviews
The best traditional Italian food in the country prepared with love
Reviewed By 604eileenp
Found La Locanda nearby after navigating TripAdvisor in another solo dinner working abroad. Im a seasoned foodie and world traveler. Locanda is a Neat well put simple italian cuisine restaurant. Warm bread and Good eggplant and nuts raviolis in fresh pomodoro sauce. Service was great and prices were low to moderate. Dear 604eileenp,We have read your comments with great emotion, knowing the satisfaction of clients like you, that apreciate a good traditional Italian restaurant is our best reward. We hope that on your next visit to Santiago we will see you again.Thank You
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3. RistorArte
Overall Ratings
4 based on 45 reviews
Our restaurant offers the best dishes of Mediterranean, Italian fresh and flavorful pasta and rice dishes of all kinds . New look from October 2014. The Pizzeria Restaurant is located in the structure of the old ' ' Risotto' ' . Pizza in the new wood oven
Reviewed By Raquelquesada
I just simply love this place! The Italian food is just outstanding! My fave spaghetti aioli in the whole world are in this small, not fancy but very quaint place! My favorite pizza is the "Vanesa"pizza with Italian sausage, Peperoni and blue cheese...the best! Risottos are also Yummi! I like the shrimp and pear and the sausage and four cheese is always a must at my table! The waitresses are very friendly and the service is always very good! Highly recommended!
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2. Brixx
Overall Ratings
4 based on 96 reviews
Over 25 varieties of gourmet wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas including Garlic Shrimp, Curry Chicken, Philly Cheese Steak, Chicken Parm, Baked Potato pizza, and many more. Enjoy over 30 varieties of beer from around the world, wine, and cocktails. And find so
Reviewed By raqueldowd
We travel to the DR a few times a year and were happy to find this nice place, with owner who speaks English and was very helpful.
1. La Trattoria de Claudio
Overall Ratings
4 based on 88 reviews
Reviewed By SapphireAZ
Had a very nice lunch in this restaurant. I was pleased with the atmosphere- it was nicely decorated, chairs were comfortable, music wasn't too loud. Service was great, and the food was delicious. I had the Italian sausage entrada and the porcini risotto.
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