Where to eat Caribbean food in Las Terrenas: The Best Restaurants and Bars

September 15, 2019 Randal Brittian

Discover Restaurants offering the best Caribbean food in Las Terrenas, Samana Province, Caribbean. Located on the northeastern coast of the Samana Peninsula, Las Terrenas offers miles of protected inshore waters and beautiful, undeveloped white-sand-beaches, lined with tall palm trees and pastel-colored fishing boats. Trade winds and the warm temperature of the sub-tropical Atlantic Ocean bring this part of the island year-round balmy weather. With a year-round average of 77 degrees Fahrenheit, the temperatures vary only 18 degrees between summer and winter.
Things to do in Las Terrenas

10. TU Casa

Calle Duarte 270 En Frente de Claro, Las Terrenas Dominican Republic Caribbean, Latin, Central American, South American Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Table Service +1 829-709-6533
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4 based on 125 reviews

TU Casa

Reviewed By yachtmasterjohn

Having spent the last few nights in the fancier spots on the beachfront we fancied something more homely and made the right choice. Very relaxed, very friendly, very good had me cooking. The BBQ ribs were excellent. And the price was perfect and an added bonus is that they don’t add on the 28% tax most restaurants do.

9. Pacomer

Calle Libertad Sur La Plage Derriere Le Cimetiere, Las Terrenas Dominican Republic Caribbean, Seafood Lunch, Dinner Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Reservations, Table Service
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4 based on 151 reviews

Pacomer

Reviewed By STC101

A little tricky if you don't speak French or Spanish, but manageable. We ate here a couple of times - fish or shrimp with different sauces, rice, fries, vegetables. Reasonable prices.

8. Baraonda

Francisco Alberto Camano Deno Calle de la playa las Ballenas, Las Terrenas 32000 Dominican Republic Italian, Seafood, Mediterranean, Caribbean Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Buffet, Seating, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Accepts C [email protected] +1 809-240-5555 http://www.baraonda.do
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4 based on 276 reviews

Baraonda

The dishes you will find in our menu are a combination of traditional Italian cuisine, the new international flavors that culinary fashion brings us and memories of the fantastic Dominican cuisine. We want to offer you family warmth and a cozy place.

Reviewed By sharonz218

Last night we were so looking forward to our New Years Eve dinner with our family of 6 adults. We paid a deposit a few days ahead to hold our table as requested. The menu options looked amazing when we went to leave the deposit and the room was pretty and festive and by all accounts it should have been a delicious meal. From the very start, each corse was worse than the next. We all ordered different things so it was not one particular meal. Flavors were bland, food was very over cooked, fish and meats were dry and almost not edible. The side dishes at the buffet were nothingness yng special, also bland with no flavor. Nothing tastes fresh. The dishes reminded us of old fashioned TV dinners heated Ina microwave. It was a very expensive meal which we were happy to pay for when we read the menu. We left almost every course barely eaten. Dessert was probably the best part but hard to mess up chocolate mousse. For $600 USD plus drinks for 4 people, a real rip off. Nice people but they can’t handle cooking for a crowd. unfortunately we can not make everyone happy, in the crowd we have made so many customers happy, we had 130 bookings for that evening and we received super positive comments from our customers.Sorry for your case, surely something will happen that did not allow you to enjoy the evening.I apologize for your late reply and your bad experience which, fortunately, is a small percentage of all the service we have supported.

7. La Terrasse

Pueblo de los Pescadores, Las Terrenas 32200 Dominican Republic Caribbean, Seafood, Mediterranean, European Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Waterfront +1 809-240-6730
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4 based on 617 reviews

La Terrasse

Reviewed By John D

Very clean restaurant very good service and good food as well.A little more expensive than other restaurants but worth it. Located on the beach the night sea breeze was exceptional. Very good restaurants for special occasions as it is decorated exceptionally.We ate there twice during the week and both times found it to be a great experience.Looking forward to our return to visit this very nice restaurant.

6. Restaurant Luis

Playa Coson, Las Terrenas Dominican Republic Caribbean, Seafood, Barbecue Lunch Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Waterfront, Beach +1 829-601-8772 http://www.miplatodeldia.com
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4 based on 944 reviews

Restaurant Luis

Reviewed By havekiddoswill

We stopped by for lunch during our day trip to Las Terrenas from Santo Domingo. We picked our own fish and the kids played in the sand while we waiting for our food. Family friendly and affordable m.

5. Mojitos

Punta Popi, Las Terrenas Dominican Republic Caribbean, Latin, Bar, Seafood, Cuban, Central American Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Table Service, Waterfront http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100001719110112
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4 based on 422 reviews

Mojitos

Reviewed By Eric_Sierra

During the 3 nights, we spent on Las Terrenas, this was the only place we repeated!Food is really good, attention and service from the servers and the owner were great, they make you feel at home.On food, the absolute winner is the Guisado de rabo, a cow tail cooked with spices, tender and full of flavor.Also, the Ropa Vieja, de Moros & Cristianos, the fried plantains and yuca are great.About Mojitos, even they have an extense menu on options -we tried de passion fruit one and it was good- i prefer to stay with the original, amazing!Prices are fair, absolutely, we'll be back when we return to Las Terrenas.

4. Paco Cabana

Calle Libertad #1, Las Terrenas Dominican Republic French, Caribbean, Seafood Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Waterfront +1 809-240-5301 http://us.las-terrenas-live.com/las-terrenas/restaurants-las-terrenas/bar-restaurant-paco-cabana.html
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4 based on 422 reviews

Paco Cabana

Reviewed By HenryO608

Went with another couple. Setting is beach side and seating is comfortable. That's it! Nothing good to say about this place. Service was inattentive and lax. Food was terrible. Pass this one by. They don't want you. Staff are far more interested in gossiping than serving.

3. Le Tre Caravelle

Ave 27 de Febrero, Las Terrenas 00001 Dominican Republic Italian, Caribbean, Seafood, International Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Waterfront +1 809-917-6639 http://www.las-terrenas-live.com/las-terrenas/restaurantes-las-terrenas/tre-caravelle.html
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4 based on 782 reviews

Ristorante accogliente con terrazza al coperto, giardino con ombrelloni per cene romantiche e spiaggia con tavoli a 5 metri dall'acqua

Reviewed By 764alfredoc

We decided to try this restaurant because of its proximity to our hotel. SO GLAD WE DID. The food is as absolutely top rate. Sarted with fried cheese with strawberry marmalade and honey to dip it in. Delicious. Then a small plate of fried shrimp. These shrimp come directly from the Caribbean beaches right in front of the restaurant. A flavor that is without description, you just need to try for yourself. I enjoyed a wonderful Angus Steak and my wife had the crab filled ravioli. Both OUT OF THIS WORLD. the staff, bartender and the owner are friendly and attentive. Oh and the view of the beach just yards/meters from the table. Romantic and cozy if your on a date. Wonderful for large groups as well. 5 stars and a top recommendation. Thank you very much

2. El Lugar

Avenida Juan Pablo Duarte, Las Terrenas 32200 Dominican Republic French, Caribbean, Barbecue, European, Grill, Gastropub Lunch, Brunch, Drinks, Dinner, Late Night Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service +1 849-248-2580 http://www.facebook.com/ellugar.lasterrenas/
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4 based on 474 reviews

El Lugar

Reviewed By happykath8

We’d passed by this restaurant a couple of times, then checked out the reviews on trip advisor, there were a couple that said if you speak English don’t bother going, this very nearly put us off going, so glad we did.From the moment we arrived everything was perfect, the waitresses spoke great English although I did try my bad Spanish on them, food was fantastic we both had the local filet mignon wa amazing, Frederico the host came over and introduced himself asked how our meal was and even gave us complimentary digestifs, sorry I forgot to mention the onion rings and mozzarella sticks that arrived at the table shortly after we arrived.Will def return before we leave and thoroughly recommend giving at a try, our best meal so far in Las Terrenas

Top 7 Things to do in Las Terrenas, Dominican Republic

1. 18 El Dieciocho

Beach Garden Plaza After the police station and the park, behind Bonn Ice Cream Shop, Las Terrenas Dominican Republic Caribbean, Seafood, International Dinner Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Full Bar, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Parking Available, Free Wifi [email protected] +1 829-578-5451 http://el18lasterrenas.com/
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5 based on 218 reviews

18 El Dieciocho

Restaurant serving an interesting menu with very upscale products! The chef has 25 years of experience in the New York market and he is a culinary arts graduate - 1992 from the Academy of Culinary Arts in Mayslanding, New Jersey, US

Reviewed By Q6764GMfranks

A true gem in the middle of mediocre competitionWe had dinner at El Dieciocho twice last week while staying at the Sublime Samana resort. While we mostly ate off campus during our stay, many restaurants ended up in the 'they tried but somewhat failed' category. Not El Dieciocho though. Phil and his team 100% know what they are doing - creating a laid back atmosphere for their guests (with and without kids), an amazing service attitude, spectacular food and this special touch the overall experience only true connoisseurs will be able to provide. Phil doesn't see this restaurant as a primary source of income but one where he can share his dedication to a great culinary experience with his guests. We went there with our three kids, all with very different tastes and we all loved it so much that I begged Phil to come back to the Tristate area where he learned his trade. His wine list is small but does the trick, his cocktails are amazing, hands down. Now for the food - we ordered pretty much all starters he offers and loved them all. Just perfect, ideal to share at the table, tapas style. His chefs also didn't let us down with the mains. Did I ever think I would have Osso Buco in the Caribbean? Well, thank god I did as it was one of the best I ever had. My son's Filet Mignon - spot on! Pasta, fish, meat...whatever we ordered was top shelf. Desserts anyone? Oh yes, of course.....homemade Banana ice cream so perfect in terms of natural taste and its consistency that I ordered an extra scoop of it....Anyway - you get my drift.....amazing restaurant, run by very nice human beings who care more about you than their profits, treat their staff very well and also know how to price their menu. I am so grateful we found these guys, turned out to be the icing on the cake, literally! Otherwise I would have thought that Las Terrenas is not a place for foodies......Phil - I stand corrected!Dear Q6764GMfranks,It was with great pleasure to have taken care of your table twice during your visit to El Dieciocho and to know that you "all enjoyed" your dinning experience with us.It is great to see how well your children knows "food and flavor profiles"; I enjoyed all the questions they had for me!Thank you for recognizing the desire that I have to share my culinary experiences with my guests and for asking me to come back to the Tristate area. I look forward to your future visit to our restaurant and thank you very much for an excellent review of your dinning experiences at El Dieciocho!Sincerely yours,Philip

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