Coctel del mar — Restaurant in Santo Domingo Este

Ok I will not be visiting again. Seafood is expensive of course but it is way too overpriced for what you receive. There are my pros and cons: The pros first..the atmosphere is nice; the restaurant decor is photo worthy there was a fishing show playing on the tv outside the bar area while we waited; it’s plenty of seating with an indoor/outdoor option. Family friendly is also a plus. The waiter was good and the food is well seasoned. The cons: We arrived at 8:45pm seated quickly and ordered mozzarella sticks while going over the menu. An hour and a half later our order ,Atlantic 6900 pesos, comes out and as he opened our bag to pour in our tray cameras out we realized we did not order crab legs and disappointed with the portion of the dish and quickly placed another order, Ocean 6250 pesos, we were hungry and prepared to eat. The waiter said it’ll be an hour to prepare and we explained that we would be eating the first dish while we wait for the crab legs. As our next order came out I thought we were being pranked because there were only 2 crab clusters in the dish and no clams, it was mediocre at best although seasoned well definitely not worth the 18,500 pesos $300+ USD spent. I questioned the portion of crab legs and was told it was 2lbs. the waiter apologized and returned with one and a half crab clusters. None of which are large in portion. Yes I am a foodie and my husband and I go to various restaurants across the island and was very dissatisfied with this one. I haven’t had crab legs in over a year and was happy to find a good spot and the money was no issue we just wanted to get what we paid for. I messaged with management the next morning and after a long back and forth debate about it she realized there were no clams told me to stop by to get the clams that were left out of the meal but we decided to move on. That much arguing over clams that they forgot to add we decided to let them keep...

I recently dined at Coctel del Mar and it was truly a delightful experience from start to finish. The atmosphere was inviting and elegant, setting the perfect tone for a memorable meal.

The service was impeccable; the staff was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable about the menu. They went above and beyond to ensure our comfort and satisfaction throughout the evening.

Now, let's talk about the food. Every dish we tried was exceptional, bursting with flavor and beautifully presented. The ingredients were fresh and expertly prepared, showcasing the chef's talent and creativity. Whether it was the appetizers, entrees each bite was a culinary delight.

I must also commend the restaurant's attention to detail. From the elegant table settings to the thoughtful presentation of each course, it's evident that they take great pride in providing a top-notch dining experience.

Overall, my visit to Coctel del Mar exceeded all expectations. It's clear that they are committed to excellence in every aspect of their operation. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience. I can't wait to return and sample more of their exquisite...

Great place in this busy part of town. Fresh seafood like just pulled out of the ocean and flavorful. The waiter was friendly and funny. My husband had the whole chillo fried fish, which had this special sauce on top, uff, it was incredible. I had the crab monfongo, and that was so delicious and garlicky, my sister in law had the grilled chillo, and she raved about it too. I couldn't get additional pictures because everyone couldn't wait to dig in. I only have one complaint, they have a beautiful patio area, but there isn't a smoking space, there were a couple of guys that were huffing and puffing all the time we were there so it took away from the experience. My suggestion is to have a smoking section at the back of the patio so that it doesn't affect other customers. Other than that, ...