Mesón de Bari

Ambience is nice. Really makes you feel like you're in historical Santo Domingo. A bit overpriced for the food portions. The goat "creole sauce" was so salty, I had to order rice just to be able to eat the dish. Entrees came with sides.

This place is awesome. The chivo guisado was one of the best things I've eaten this year. Service is great, really nice with family and friends.

Santo Domingo has long been a culinary playground, but finding a gem like Meson de Bari is a true delight. This new location offers the perfect ambiance for a leisurely lunch, a serene escape from the bustling city. The star of the show was the eggplant stuffed with lambi. At first glance, it resembled a classic lasagna, but the flavors were a delightful surprise. The Caribbean heart of the dish, infused with Italian culinary techniques, created a symphony of taste that was both familiar and exotic. It was a culinary adventure that left me craving more. If you’re seeking a unique dining experience in Santo Domingo, Meson de Bari is an absolute must-try.

Really nice spot in the Colonial Zone for just hanging around. Very affordable if you come from the States. Taste was alright. Meat are cooked to different tenderness, which is a little weird.

The food is ok, nothing spectacular but the ambiance and setting are beautiful, very calm and relaxing. It's a little bit overpriced for the food itself, but the overall experience is good. The beef dishes are better than shrimp and fish.

Disappointing Experience – Not Worth the Price and more than 40min waiting sitting on the table to get good. I had a bad experience at this restaurant and would not recommend it. We were two people and ordered three dishes: a steak, a fish and rice dish, and a goat meat stew to share. The portions were underwhelming, especially the goat stew, which came with just three small pieces of meat and mostly large bones. The ambiance was just okay—no air conditioning, which made it a bit uncomfortable, but it had a casual and lively vibe. However, the service was very slow; we waited over 40 minutes to get our food. What really stood out was how overpriced everything was. We paid 90 euros for three basic dishes, two beers, and one juice (which was not fresh and definitely not worth ordering). For comparison, a similar meal in Spain would cost no more than 20 euros per person. Also be aware of the 28% tax added to the bill, which makes it even more expensive. Overall, this place was not worth the money or the wait. There are definitely better options out there.

The restaurant has a beautiful courtyard. I ordered conch stew with fried plantain. It was good but not with the $24 price. They don’t give you a drink menu so you have to ask for the price if you care.

Very nice restaurant overall. Food and service are very good, but not great. The location is on par with the nicer restaurants in the colonial zone.