I would say that when it comes to Dominican cuisine, this is one of my top three places to visit; I loved the variety on the menu, the exquisite food, and the unmatched customer service. Diría que, en lo que respecta a la cocina dominicana, este es uno de los tres mejores lugares para visitar; me encantaron la variedad del menú, la comida exquisita y la atención al cliente inigualable. read more

La Gran Parada - Camarones al Ajillo o en Salsa Roja / Garlic Shrimp or Shrimp in Red Sauce - Dominican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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This is your true Dominican food (comida criolla). I'm giving it 4 stars because the location is very casual. Food traffic is mostly take out. However, food wise this place is very good. I love all their stew and the beans (habichuelas) are fenomenal. read more

One of the best Dominican restaurants I've been too. There is a few in Boston that is good but this right here, I might have to say it's better lol on our way back from New York , we stopped by here for lunch. They have their own parking lot in the back. It's a hot bar but also a whole restaurant lol the interior is so nice that take out is a very hard option to do because you want to dine in lol For two large entrees and a large spaghetti, it came out to be $42. This also includes a drink! I got the stewed chicken, stewed goat, and spaghetti. If you never had Dominican spaghetti before, please do try! It's super flavorful, a little sweet, and a little salty. It's so good. Stewed chicken was good but not the best. What one lacks, the other compliments. The rice here is so moist and fluffy. Along with the sides they offer. I opted for macaroni salad. Highly recommended. The stewed goat was a little salty but that's up my alley lol I can see it being a little issue for some but I love salty food lol Very disappointed they didn't have oxtails though. It was only 2pm and they were out already. Overall, let's just say, I wish this place was closer to home!! read more

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Delicious and authentic Dominican food. The fried fish is amazing. When you get it with the repollo salad you will thank me later. The service is accurate as its buffet style and can pick as you go. There is indoor seating and lots of parking. read more

Great food and Beautiful young ladies behind the counter. If you want that home cook food, this is the place to go

The food is delicious! I had the stew chicken w yellow rice and gandules and maduro, fried fish to go and some chicharron which came with limes. The selection is large and a good amount to choose from. The line was hustling and bustling which means it is a popular spot to eat. There is plenty of seating. The food there for you to see and pick. Like a bodega or small to go restaurant in NY. The large passionfruit juice was delicious. No complaints the food hit the spot and was just what I needed. They had to go menus and a menu on a flat screen. read more

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We were recommended by our sons wrestling coach. Walking in there was a line. Its a buffet style restaurant. Everything looked great. We were a family of 7. We all had a plate. Also some extras like chicharrones, patelon, maduros, potato salad. I had the mofongo and the mondondo. The price we paid was very cheap considering that we are from NYC. The food is definitely home cooked. Everything was delicious. We would definitely recommend. Our server was very friendly. read more

La Gran Parada - Dominican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Sucks when a family business, doesn't have people that care about the business. In between the employees, some are good 80% not. The food was sub par Spanish food, ordered Morro rojo with pernil. The pernil was flavorless and rice was blah. read more

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Found this restaurant by chance as a backup option. I usually go to Union Supermarket & Restaurant for a combo plate, since it's right off the freeway and close to Good Fortune Asian grocery store, but none of the items I wanted were available. You order the food at the counter cafeteria-style. I would highly recommend checking out the menu online and order the dishes in Spanish. I loved that I felt like I was vacationing in the Caribbean when I entered. Contrary to some negative reviews, the people who work here were welcoming even though there were communication barriers. Excellent oxtail stew and yellow rice with beans. I'm guessing that the food is pricier than other Dominican restaurants in the area because of the nicer dining area and higher quality of the food. I paid $14 for yellow rice w/beans, one entree (oxtail stew), and 4 pieces of sweet fried plantains They accept credit cards. For take out and better value, you might want to try the other restaurants nearby, but this restaurant is a better option for dining in. read more

Expect a line when you come here but just know this means the food is good and fresh. Hot, fresh dishes are constantly coming out of the kitchen to replace empty ones. There's plenty of seating and the place is clean. It's not fancy but it's good. They've got a huge variety of rice dishes, seafood dishes (including entire fried snapper), meat dishes and sides as well as juices and desserts. They know how to do Dominican food and the 5 star reviews are well deserved. Price is right and portions are generous. You won't be left hungry that's for sure. The only critique I have is it's not clear based on the line who has ordered and who hasn't. This is a must stop when we're in Providence. read more

If have time to wait a gazillion years in their food line! Are willing to pay and arm and a leg for some mediocre Dominican food where the rice is Grainy.. this is the spot for YOU! read more

Go to Rodriguez meat market for large plate for 7$ This was not worth 23$ at all! It's just. A plate full of fucking rice. I'm not coming back ever again! Good luck with finding good fucking food in Rhode Island read more

La Gran Parada - Waste of fucking money - Dominican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Food is not properly cleaned. They saved their old pastelitos and refried them for this morning. $30+ wasted on dirty/ old food. Very disappointed w/ the food I picked up today! The food here continues to decline despite the long line and wait time. Sancocho -- the single shredded chicken wing had feathers on it. I get using fresh and authentic products but there were more than just a few feathers. It makes me question how well they are cleaning the food they service. Pastelitos -- 4 beef, all 4 were visibly double fried and we could taste the refrigerator taste that food gets when you store it in a dirty fridge or uncovered. If you choose to go here PAY ATTENTION TO WHAT YOU ARE EATING. read more

The food from la gran parada is always tasty but if you're craving Dominican food be sure to ALWAYS and i mean always wait 40 minute minimum. I tend to forget this and always show up hungry and end up leaving hangry because no matter if it's 2,5 or 8 people ahead of you it will take them no less than 40 minutes to get you out the door. The ladies are always talking about their personal businesses amongst each other, laughing, screaming silly things at the cooks, looking at posts on their cell or just moving super slow. this last time I took note and it took my server 10 minutes to serve some rice on a to go container cuz she got caught up in the salad station whispering to her coworker and side eyeing the other girls. The food is already prepared it shouldn't be that hard and everyone in line waiting and waiting is always annoyed and sharing frustration amongst one another. @la gran parada - please make your service what it's supposed to be a line service. One person serves the rice/salads and passes it off to the meats and then passes it off to the beans/soups or meat pies and finally the cashier can serve drinks. Please spare all the angry faces complaining in line an hour of their life back just to have some of your yummy food . read more

Have to say it's probably the cleanest and largest layout for this type of restaurant in the area. I just don't understand their system of ordering and how back asswards that whole process is. It's the slowest process. It's so excruciating to stand waiting in the line that never seems to move. Forget about going on a lunch break, you'll never have enough time to order and eat before your time runs out when you have to be back to work. I do have to say they do have the largest selection of prepared food ready to be served compared to the competition. The combo I ordered with the oxtail was good along with large mondongo cost me $25.00 Which seemed a little high. And I have to say the mondongo at Piti's is much better. read more

La Gran Parada - Oxtail combo - Dominican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Tasty. Better quality than a lot of other places but they are incredibly slow. Expect to wait minimum of 30 minutes.

Really great selection of food and not expensive at all! Definitely one of my favs when I lived in RI!

Yes yes yes! This Dominican spot is so good. The food is already prepared! I got their yellow rice (Moro) which was amazing. Queso frito (fried cheese) Dominican Salami, spaghetti, chicken, and all 3 different empanadas alongside with a morir soñando. I missed Dominican food so much and this spot fixed all my cravings! read more

La Gran Parada - Dominican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

My friend got charged a nearly 25% fee at La Gran Parada to use a credit card! A $45 meal ended up $56.16! All he got was a large container of oxtail, 1/2 pound of chicharon and spaghetti. This was a fav but now I feel taken advantage of & won't be going back. read more

I don't get the bad reviews. I come from Brockton for the food. Really good food, yes most servers don't speak English but someone in line ordering can help. You can always point to things too. Im obessed with the rice!! read more

Food tastes amazing. The serving size is generous. Service is pleasant. The Ambiance is fast pace and a little loud but overall real nice. I recommend 10 out of 10. read more

Great variety of delicious food. Food is fresh and staff is amazing! Ohhh...the price for the food is on point,!

One word, delicious! This is a must if you ever visit this area. The prices are great and the servers are friendly. I had to come here twice in one week because I don't know when I'll ever be back to RI. read more

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Before I begin, I want you to realize where this beautiful Afro Latino business is located. Broad street. Little Santo Domingo . The mah fucking SOUTH SIDE. This is not Thayer Street, the rules are different here. You use as much Spanish as you know, you respect the culture and if you feel out of place, it's because you are. Go back to the east side, we don't want you here!! Broad street is filled with many Dominican restaurants, but this is THE GRAND STOP!! The big papi of Dominican restaurants. IT HITS EVERY TIME!! I prefer to go on the weekend when soup is available. This is what I order. Sancocho: This right here embodies what Dominican comfort food is. A beautifully seasoned soup with multiple types of meats. Pork, beef, chicken, sausage, you name it, it's probably in there. Chunks of yucca and platano. Preferably eaten with a big ass bowl of arroz blanco (Chinos love their white rice) accompanied with avocado, it's the perfect meal to warm your soul. *Quick Spanish Lesson* Yucca = Cassava root. This shit taste like potatoes. Try it. Platano = Green plantain. It's a starchy banana that's not sweet. Try it. *Back to my review* Chicharon de cerado: 3 ethnicities in this world who make the best pork belly. Chinese, Filipinos, and Dominicans!! Crunchy pork belly chunks, perfectly crisp skin, cooked to perfection. Squeeze a little lime over the top to cut though the richness. Eat it with rice. *chef kisses* Ensalada de papa: The quince's favorite dish (behind pastilitos) What's there not to like? It's potatos and Mayo. This is a favorite among people who lack melanin in their skin. Chinola: Wash your meal down with the refreshing taste of the nectars from the gods. Passion fruit juice. (Side note)My Dominican mom nicknamed me chinola. Probably because I'm sweet and a refreshing sight to see lmfao The representation of Dominican culture is 100% spot on. Authentic, hand cooked meals straight from the source. This place smells of purple Faboloso, sofrito and chuletas in all the right ways. Enjoy your meal while listening to the harmonic sounds of bachata, merengue and possibly dembow. Cash only or pay a fee at the atm in the corner. read more

Love this restaurant! So cheap with great portion sizes. Food is really tasty & the people and staff that work here are so friendly! I will always be back due to the great prices, good portions sizes & friendly people I encounter when I go into this restaurant. I would recommend this spot to anyone! read more

First time coming here read the reviews of good food and a clean spot. Definitely can approve has amazing food and is so clean compared to other spots i have been too. Only bad thing is the long line but its worth the wait. I would recommend to call to pick up so your food is ready, place gets so packed. read more

La Gran Parada - Rice, Beans, Pernil, Tamarin Juice - Dominican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Decent food kinda gets boring after a while only speaks Spanish though kinda would recommend

They have an amazing selection of meats. If you are a meat eater - this is your spot. They have good pricing as well. I've eaten here a couple of times. They seem to have a tendency of overcoming their meats. I love their chicken. Their pork ribs came out toasty burnt - i guess some people like it like this, I don't. This is not the first time. Their coffee is some of the best that I've had. They only take cash. Plan on coming on an off time, because they're usually crowded. read more

The food is great but if there is even 4-5 people in line before u it will be about a half hour to 45 mins until u get your food, the service is insanely slow to the point of being unreasonable and irritating. 7-10 employees, always 2 eating and talking at a table, the rest roaming around doing who knows what! The owner seems clueless as to how to make it more efficient or just doesn't care. Again, the food is good if u have an hour to spare to order and eat read more

Today, I stopped for lunch and the selection was ample and yummy. I decided to get a Sancocho (Homemade soup made with chicken, pork, plantains, carrots, and other root vegetables). It was delicious !!! So nicely seasoned with the right blend of herbs and seasonings. I also got a beef empanada...the ones they sell are the dough ones not corn...then fried. It was very good, probably the best I've had in a long time.. Crisp and warm, nicely seasoned beef filling. Not greasy at all. Yummy food !!!! Cash only. read more

La Gran Parada - Sancocho and beef empanada. - Dominican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Food is REALLY good here. The portions are huge. The servers are very attentive. The space is big and they have a lot of seating, so you can sit down or take it to go. If you're eating in you get a real plate, not a to go plate, but there is just as much food. Everything looked amazing, my boyfriend and I settled on oxtail and rice and beans. It was SO good. And the chicharrón melted in your mouth like butter. We were so hungry we forgot to take pictures. But it was DELICIOUS. The pastelitos kept going quickly and I understood why. I got a fresh chicken pastel and I wanted more. There was a little bit of a wait, but they try to keep the line moving. Overall, I would travel the 3 hours for this food again once the craving hits. And Yelp is wrong. They do take card as well as cash. read more

One of my favorite Dominican restaurants in the Rhode Island, Massachusetts area. The food is always tasty and fresh. There are also a lot of choices to pick from. I took one star away because I feel at times the wait time doesn't make sense. It's a cafeteria style setup, so I have no idea why it takes so long and why the line moves so slow at times. It's definitely worth it when I have the time, but management could do better with the logistics. read more

This restaurant will not receive my business anymore! They are racist! I have been here quite a few times and they do have good food, but unfortunately they do not like white people. It's really uncomfortable and unfortunate! Everyone should be treated fairly especially in a business establishment! They probably shouldn't be in business if they are racist towards everyone but their nationality! It was several times they treat myself and my husband this way! I finally wrote a review about it! Very sad and disgusting read more

Being Dominican myself, I highly recommend the food from this restaurant. It's very authentic Dominican food. The only thing that bothers me is the functionality of this space, it's messy and the waiting time is long. Overall, the food is great. I cannot stress that enough! read more

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Well worth the wait!!!! The line was a bit long but don't let that steer you away! The food is amazing and the portion sizes are great. I got a medium plate (only $8) and it was more than enough to last me two meals. The price is unbeatable. Flavorful rice and beans, delicious roasted chicken, and the pastelitos were so good I could've eaten 5 more. The salad was nothing special so I would recommended not getting the salad and instead doing double rice. Definitely recommend making a trip here if in the area! read more

La Gran Parada - Rice and beans, roasted chicken, side salad. - Dominican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Well, my experience here wasn't great at all , 1st of all went there during breakfast hours and they was serving lunch . 2nd of all ,the employees that works there only speaks Spanish and knows a little to none of English! And 3rd found a freaking bone in my chicken empanada , and it was so dry and tasteless !!! read more

La Gran Parada - A freaking bone in my chicken empanada!!! - Dominican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

First time here - Went on a Saturday afternoon around 2:30pm and the place was packed. They have tables inside but I didn't see any waitresses. I tried asking someone that worked there but she didn't speak English very well. It is a buffet style and the staff serves you. I wish it had names in front of the food for people that don't know what the food is. There is no menu and I asked a staff member and she gave me a to go menu. The food was very good. It's authentic Spanish food. I got a large order of pernil with arroz con gandules and a side of salad. My husband got the same thing but with rice and beans. We also got a small order of ribs. These three items came out to $20 we both got two servings out of each dinner. I would definitely go back. One more thing cash only! read more

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I live in Newport and this is in Providence. Anyone who knows is islanders "we hate to leave the island" . Anyways I visit La Gran at least once a month. I recently visited and tried their Sancocho along with my regular arroz con gandules and carne guisada. I have never had a bad meal from here and you can see everyone in the back cooking so you know your getting fresh food. The only downside is the wait. There is always at least a 20-30 min wait because it's set up bedder style and the ladies plate your food. But if you can't tell I don't mind the wait heck im going back by the end of the month read more

La Gran Parada - Chicharron, mofongo, half roasted chicken, beef, yellow rice and beans with beef gravy, side of beans, and quart of passion fruit juice - Dominican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

The food here is amazing! Probably one of the best Dominican restaurants in town. The portions are huge, prices are fair. They only take cash. It's always busy here for a reason. read more

Huge portions, good prices, fast service. Got the stewed chicken and pernil combo plates with yellow rice and 4 pastellitos. Everything was delicious. The pastellitos were a little bland and the pernil was a little dry, but overall would def recommend read more