This is the kind of place many locals visit without thinking twice after work or on the way home. As you enjoy crispy fried chicken served the local way, you'll discover why these neighborhood food businesses became such an important part of daily life. You'll also hear a local joke that every Dominican knows: if there isn't a Chinese owner behind the counter, can it really be considered authentic?

At first glance, you might think the chimi is the star of the menu. But ask a local and you'll hear a different answer. Many people come here specifically for the roasted pork leg. While you enjoy this Dominican favorite, you'll learn how neighborhood food businesses evolve over the years and become part of everyday life in Santo Domingo.

Get ready to try one of Santo Domingo's favorite street foods. At this popular local spot, you'll enjoy a classic Dominican chimi loaded with meat, vegetables, and sauces. The service may be direct and no-nonsense, but that's part of the charm. Like many neighborhood food businesses, locals keep coming back year after year because the food speaks for itself.