Puerto Viejo

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"Slick and modern, Puerto Viejo in Crown Heights is a Dominican bistro that has been a part of this neighborhood for more than 30 years. The menu has the expected Dominican dishes like hearty sancocho with pieces of chicken and pork, but it also holds surprises like the encebollado steak sauteed with wine and onions. The homemade hot sauce, available to order online, is a must and adds fruity heat to the simple and satisfying dishes." - Korsha Wilson, Brianne Garrett, Ryan Sutton

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"Opened in 1986 by Cristina Abreu, this bistro serves Dominican favorites like pernil and bacalao guisado. Cristina's daughter Maritza Abreu continues the family legacy and also runs the popular spice line Pisqueya." - Nicole K. Grimes

The 18 Best Restaurants In Crown Heights - New York - The Infatuation

"Between the metal walls, barrel tables, and decorative luggage hanging by the bathrooms, Puerto Viejo looks like a shipping container that crashed on land and started serving really good Dominican food. Which, now that we think about it, would be an excellent Pixar short. This spot works especially well for a fun date night, or anytime you and five friends want to get together and drink a little too much. Just make sure that the garlicky mofongo is on your table." - Kenny Yang, Bryan Kim, Nikko Duren, Hannah Albertine, Matt Tervooren

The Best Restaurants in Crown Heights - Eater NY

"Puerto Viejo in Crown Heights is a Dominican restaurant that’s been a part of this neighborhood for more than 30 years. The menu includes expected Dominican dishes like hearty sancocho with pieces of chicken and pork, along with surprises like the encebollado steak sauteed with wine and onions. The homemade hot sauce, available to order online, is a must and adds fruity heat to the simple and satisfying dishes." - Luke Fortney, Emma Orlow, Robert Sietsema

Puerto Viejo Review - Crown Heights - New York - The Infatuation

"Between the metal walls, barrel tables, and decorative luggage hanging by the bathrooms, Puerto Viejo looks like a shipping container that crashed on land and started serving really good Dominican food. Which, now that we think about it, would be an excellent Pixar short. This spot works especially well for a fun date night and anytime you and six friends want to get together and drink a little too much at dinner in the neighborhood. Just make sure that the garlicky mofongo is on your table." - Hannah Albertine

Areri M R

Google

Not going to lie, food was delicious! But I wouldn’t order from here if you’re really hungry. Surprised to see a Dominican place with such small portions. The price seems good but once you see the amount of food not at all worth it. If you see the pics, the yuca mash was $7 (only took one bite, as you can see half the plate is empty), the fried cheese was $8.40 for 3 half pieces. And I asked for onions on my mash as a comment, assuming that like every traditional restaurant it is a standard for mashed vegetables… they adjusted my bill +$3 for the onions, when they could just not have added it or contacted me before making that decision. Didnt even eat the onions after all because they were too vinagry for my taste. Once again food was really good but too expensive for the quantity.

josh beaudrault

Google

Puerto Viejo is outstanding! Neighborhood stalwart for over 30 year, family owned and the pride shows in the dinner we had! We came in to a full house and were seated just in a few minutes. The food was excellent and the space is dark and cozy! We had a great time and will definitely be back.

Brooklyn Moon

Google

Over priced and mediocre quality of food. I could get the same Dominican food from a local mom&pop restaurant with a lot more food. The portions are extremely small and there wasn’t any “wow” factor. Very disappointed that I left still hungry and I refused to order anything else to eat because It’s expensive. Sitting outside was clean and lovely. Thanks!

Rasheeda Johnson

Google

Super cute spot I stumbled on while waiting for an event to start around the corner. I only had a glass of wine, but I wish I hadn’t already eaten, because I KNOW that roast pork was bitty bitty bang bang just by sight. I’ll def be back for some food and good vibes. The staff is super cool and I also love the decor.

Angelica Austrich

Google

We had an amazing time here in Puerto Viejo! It has the most authentic Dominican sazón and cuisine you’ll find. The food is freshly made, the service is kind and the vibe is all around a 10/10!

Dalesca castro

Google

Food was so good you can even imagined how tasty was the food my goodness love food the octopus was delicious, the pork chop really flavored as much as the grilled shirmp the black beans was 😍😍😍😍 the drinks are good too have a session with a lot of options for people how doesn’t like alcohol but I tried my husband drink was good sangria and morisonando with sake alcohol 👍👍👍 my favorite dessert was “ dulce de coco “ delicious thank for the experience gonna be back soon

Nathan Noland

Google

I love this place so much. It’s my favorite restaurant in my neighborhood and I come here twice a month or more. They have great sangria - I usually get the red. I almost always order the bistec encebollado and I get maduros instead of the tostones it normally comes with. Their maduros are done the right way - thin sliced and pan fried to utter perfection. They melt in my mouth like candy. The brown sauce with the meat is delicious and I want to take a bath in it. There’s nothing bad I can say about this place. I used to complain that they were cash only, but thanks to the plague they take cards now!!! Thank you, coronavirus!! Thank you!!! I almost never carry cash and it was a pain. They also have amazing happy hour before 7 on drinks and empanadas, which are so crispy and good that sometimes I just come and drink and eat empanadas. And that’s why I’m fat! Seriously, it’s so good. It’s on a weird bombed out looking quiet stretch of Grand just past Atlantic Ave. wait, I do have one major complaint!! And it’s actually huge. They are CLOSED SUNDAYS. I know that everyone needs a day off in the restaurant business, but I wish they’d pick Monday or Tuesday instead. Everyone in my house always craves puerto on Sundays. It’s the PERFECT day to eat their food. But you can’t. Nope. They are closed. Something to consider for them - a Sunday brunch. YESSSSSSSS. Please make it happen.

Christobel Gomez-Garcia

Google

Delicious Dominican food well worth the trip from Manhattan to Brooklyn. I loved the atmosphere and vibe of the restaurant as well. It’s a cozy spot to have a casual romantic night out or family dinner. The food hits the spot with all the best dishes like the Chicharron De Pollo, Pernil, Sancocho and more! Recommend for all and I would love to come again.

Where to Find Superior Caribbean Food Around New York

These Flavorful Foods Highlight the Best of the Caribbean — No Passport Required

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The 18 Best Restaurants In Crown Heights - New York - The Infatuation

The Best Restaurants in Crown Heights - Eater NY

Puerto Viejo Review - Crown Heights - New York - The Infatuation

"Between the metal walls, barrel tables, and decorative luggage hanging by the bathrooms, Puerto Viejo looks like a shipping container that crashed on land and started serving really good Dominican food. Which, now that we think about it, would be an excellent Pixar short. This spot works especially well for a fun date night and anytime you and six friends want to get together and drink a little too much at dinner in the neighborhood. Just make sure that the garlicky mofongo is on your table." - Hannah Albertine