"Although it’s one of the best Puerto Rican spots in the city, there’s never a wait at Freddy and Tony’s in Kensington. This means you’ll feel like you snagged the number one ticket at the deli when you come in for an order of crispy chicken pastelillos or beef stew, white rice, and beans. You can always count on this place for excellent pernil that’s well-seasoned—which is even better as a sandwich on a long, toasty roll—so it has a salty, sweet pop to each bite. You’ll encounter families who’ve been here three times this week and friends pulling out rum for piña coladas (it’s a BYOB) while they wait for a roasted chicken platter to share." - candis mclean
Nicole Guglielmo
