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We are located in the center of South Providence, in the capital of the State of Rhode Island. We serve authentic Dominican food, made with fresh ingredients to ensure the best flavor. We offer varied dishes, generous portions and affordable prices. Our goal is to keep our customers happy! If you want to eat an exquisite steak, mofongo, sancocho, or any other traditional Dominican dish just visit us.
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Address: 937 Broad St, Providence, RI 02905
Phone: (401) 941-4610
Website: http://www.lagranparada.com/
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Marilyn MC
2/25/25—-they take credit cards now
I decided to try a Dominican breakfast, but I wanted a place with a good ambiance where I could sit and enjoy the Tres Golpes breakfast with mangú. I had been craving this meal because when I visited Puerto Plata and went to Cayo Levantado in the Dominican Republic, I arrived too late for breakfast, and I had to return to my cruise the same day on the explora 1 . MSC so I didn’t try breakfast there only lunch !
I chose La Gran Parada after reading that they now accept credit and debit cards, as well as the usual cash—something they didn’t do for years. Because of this, I’ve only visited once every ten years. When I walked in, Las Chicas del Can was playing in the radio . Unlike Colombian restaurants, where the staff greets you with a smile, here, the first thing you hear is, “What do you want?” But I didn’t let that bother me. The staff isn’t expecting a tip, so there’s no real incentive to go above and beyond and people usually if they don’t own the business will never go beyond and above cause you know they don’t have to pay overhead .
This restaurant has been around for years, and I’ve always liked how it looks. As for the coffee—it’s passable. I had amazing coffee in the DR, but here, not so much. It’s drinkable, but imagine if they invested in a proper latte machine. A secondhand one would probably cost around $500–700, and it could really make a difference, it would be a nice change
Anyway, the breakfast was great. If you come here expecting friendly service, don’t. But if you don’t mind that, you’ll survive.
This is not how people in the Dominican Republic are—the restaurant I visited people were very courteous, and in turned got great tips from us . Allowing employees to accept individual tips makes a big difference, rather than using a tip jar where everyone gets the same amount. I don’t agree with that system. If you treat me well, I’ll give you a good tip—that’s just how I am.
That being said, the food here is great, and the place looks clean. Since it was morning, there was no rush, which made for a nice, relaxed experience.
… moreI decided to try a Dominican breakfast, but I wanted a place with a good ambiance where I could sit and enjoy the Tres Golpes breakfast with mangú. I had been craving this meal because when I visited Puerto Plata and went to Cayo Levantado in the Dominican Republic, I arrived too late for breakfast, and I had to return to my cruise the same day on the explora 1 . MSC so I didn’t try breakfast there only lunch !
I chose La Gran Parada after reading that they now accept credit and debit cards, as well as the usual cash—something they didn’t do for years. Because of this, I’ve only visited once every ten years. When I walked in, Las Chicas del Can was playing in the radio . Unlike Colombian restaurants, where the staff greets you with a smile, here, the first thing you hear is, “What do you want?” But I didn’t let that bother me. The staff isn’t expecting a tip, so there’s no real incentive to go above and beyond and people usually if they don’t own the business will never go beyond and above cause you know they don’t have to pay overhead .
This restaurant has been around for years, and I’ve always liked how it looks. As for the coffee—it’s passable. I had amazing coffee in the DR, but here, not so much. It’s drinkable, but imagine if they invested in a proper latte machine. A secondhand one would probably cost around $500–700, and it could really make a difference, it would be a nice change
Anyway, the breakfast was great. If you come here expecting friendly service, don’t. But if you don’t mind that, you’ll survive.
This is not how people in the Dominican Republic are—the restaurant I visited people were very courteous, and in turned got great tips from us . Allowing employees to accept individual tips makes a big difference, rather than using a tip jar where everyone gets the same amount. I don’t agree with that system. If you treat me well, I’ll give you a good tip—that’s just how I am.
That being said, the food here is great, and the place looks clean. Since it was morning, there was no rush, which made for a nice, relaxed experience.
Nicole B Garcia
Fantastic. I loved it! We would definitely come back. The food was great. It’s like Chipotle style ordering where you come down the line with them and choose what you’d like. The stew beef was amazing. It was pretty busy but the line moves quickly.
Fun atmosphere. Lively music. Great portion sizes. Plenty of staff working. We were served fast. Most of the staff have minimal English but they were able to talk about the food easily in English.
Plenty of seating. Large parking lot in the back, accessible by bus and there are bike lanes all around as well.
We split a plate for two and had leftovers for around $22. You can pay on card but they don’t accept tips that way so you need to remember to bring a little cash if you like them!
… moreFun atmosphere. Lively music. Great portion sizes. Plenty of staff working. We were served fast. Most of the staff have minimal English but they were able to talk about the food easily in English.
Plenty of seating. Large parking lot in the back, accessible by bus and there are bike lanes all around as well.
We split a plate for two and had leftovers for around $22. You can pay on card but they don’t accept tips that way so you need to remember to bring a little cash if you like them!
Melissa Da Graca
This place was once a very friendly and inviting family type of atmosphere! They’ve become careless with the appearance of the dishes, a bit messy and sloppy and I feel like they took complete and total advantage of the price hikes. A plate of white rice, a couple chicken thighs cut in pieces and maybe a small potato fir $16-$18 yeah when does greed take over providing fair prices, good food and especially providing lower quality dishes? All bones and less flavor! Highly disappointed!!
… moreAngelus Your Local Guide
If you’re not from the area, it may seem strange to get there, and you may even doubt if you should be there . They have their own private parking space at the back of the building though. Which was great since the area was …too busy. But all joking aside, once inside the place, you’re like in a different place all together. My pictures can explain. Beautiful decor. Very typical decor and service if you’ve ever been in Dominican Republic. The place is buffet style, but the ladies there serve you what you like to get, and then you can choose to take your food home, or stay in, and get a table. Then they bring your food to your table, and you can ask for any of the Island’s typical juice drinks. Like Chinola, Tamarindo, etc. The bathroom is for just one person at a time, and it was very clean. I only gave 3 stars to the service because I could not tip the girl who helped us, and someone else gave us coffee in a Styrofoam cup to drink in, instead of a ceramic cup. The food was great though. Very tasty. And they had an ample selection of food. It was a good surprise to find this spot, on our way to the bike trail nearby.
… moremariana Lopez :3
We were in Providence for the day and had heard good things about this place. It was busy when we arrived. Mostly with take out. You make a line to order. Then, they brought our food over. The server was very nice and attentive. The food was very good. The only thing was the bathroom. They need a place to hold the toilet paper. They have it on the sink.
… morePriscilla Cuevas (Priwalki)
Really good Dominican Food. Ordered at the counter, service was good and fast. Restaurant is very clean.
If you are looking for genuinely Dominican Food this is a good spot to go!
… moreIf you are looking for genuinely Dominican Food this is a good spot to go!
Esther P
The food here is tasty and you definitely get a bang for your buck. We all had leftovers! Whenever I’m in the area, I’ll be back!
There’s street parking available, however the restaurant has a parking lot! You pick your food from the buffet like arrangement and choose your seat. The employees are friendly, the music was bussin’; all in all a good vibe and authentic Dominican food!
… moreThere’s street parking available, however the restaurant has a parking lot! You pick your food from the buffet like arrangement and choose your seat. The employees are friendly, the music was bussin’; all in all a good vibe and authentic Dominican food!
Mr Smith
This was our first time at this restaurant, with this said, I am giving it four (4) stars because of their setting that I wasn’t expecting, line set up (make a line, place your order for take out/dining in – specify).
If you’re taking out, this is an ideal place.
If you plan on dining in, personally, I wouldn’t do it again, however, I would definitely order take out!
Food is delicious, atmosphere is nice with music. Overall, very nice.
The customer service was awesome. Just keep in mind that the bill is verbally given to you and then they give you a receipt.
We ordered non alcoholic beverages. I did not see any beer/alcoholic beverages in their menu/displayed in their refrigerators.
If you wish to give gratuity, it has to be in cash.
It was busy on a Saturday afternoon. At the time of this review, their (restaurant’s) parking lot was not opened for customers. I believe there was construction going on (not sure though), there was yellow tape around it It wasn’t anything bad though..
… moreIf you’re taking out, this is an ideal place.
If you plan on dining in, personally, I wouldn’t do it again, however, I would definitely order take out!
Food is delicious, atmosphere is nice with music. Overall, very nice.
The customer service was awesome. Just keep in mind that the bill is verbally given to you and then they give you a receipt.
We ordered non alcoholic beverages. I did not see any beer/alcoholic beverages in their menu/displayed in their refrigerators.
If you wish to give gratuity, it has to be in cash.
It was busy on a Saturday afternoon. At the time of this review, their (restaurant’s) parking lot was not opened for customers. I believe there was construction going on (not sure though), there was yellow tape around it It wasn’t anything bad though..
Cole Philip
Was looking on Google for Dominican Food. Found this restaurant, checked out their menu, and took my wife there for Mother’s Day. It was an absolute hit! The food is flavorful. I was a big fan of their rice with pigeon peas. We also had an order of the tostones which was delicious. My wife said the food reminded her of the food her mother made, before she passed away. The portions are large for the price. Very affordable.
Could actually afford to feed my family of 7 for under $100. Definitely will be back. Cash Only!!!
… moreCould actually afford to feed my family of 7 for under $100. Definitely will be back. Cash Only!!!
Dennise D
First, I had a minimal wait (5 mins)on a Wednesday at about 5:30pm. The service was friendly. I pointed to a rice & my server told me the name of it & explained all the ingredients in the ‘Chofán’ rice: chicken, shrimp, longaniza (a particular sausage that I hadn’t eaten in years!), salchichón/salami (similar to a summer sausage), peas, corn, AND fried sweet plantains—-Whoa (I’ve never had sweet plantains in a rice dish). When she said platano maduro- it was like “You had me at hello!” She asked what size I wanted “medium or large?” I selected medium. She asked if I wanted a salad and gave me 3 choices- I went all in and got the potato salad and added 3 BBQ wings. No drink, my total was $16 & change (?) When I ordered the wings my server noted that there was meat in the rice so adding more meat would be extra $. I was not leaving without some of those wings and I’m glad I didn’t- they were delicious. The potato salad was good. My favorite part of the chofán rice was the chunks of sweet plantain. The chicken was dry and the salami/salchichón was extremely dry, a bit burned. The shrimp was just ok. The rice itself was very tasty which didn’t surprise me given all the flavorful ingredients. This rice dish must be amazing when it’s right out of the big pot it’s made in. Overall, this restaurant offers A LOTA of authentic Dominican/Criolla food. Definitely worth a visit. I used to go often when it was a smaller joint. I’m no longer in the area often, but when I am its hard not to stop in. It’d been way too long since I’d been here. I’ll have to visit soon with the kids-although I can hear them now saying how their Mamá (grandma) & aunts cook way better. Well, I don’t, so eat up kiddos.
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