"This Dominican counter-service spot achieved TikTok fame for their smashburger, which they layer with a crisp, golden-brown slice of fried queso blanco. This is no cheap internetty gimmick: The cheese adds a salty squeakiness to every bite. But our favorite thing on the menu is the signature El Sazón R.D. sandwich with pernil (and a stacked cast of fried cheese, fried salami, and sweet plantains), and the more traditional Dominican fare—like the pork mofongo and creamy morir soñando—is good, too. There’s almost no indoor seating, so take advantage of their outdoor dining structure or have a little picnic at Columbus Park around the corner." - bryan kim, molly fitzpatrick, willa moore, neha talreja, will hartman
Molly Fitzpatrick
