Chimi Alexander El Rubio — Restaurant in Santo Domingo

This is an authentically Dominican food truck experience. It's located off of JF Kennedy in or near the Los Jardines neighborhood, located next to a nice public park. The Chimis are awesomely good and the portions are super large, so bring an appetite. However, the weekends are extremely busy and tables are in high demand. This was the only reason I reluctantly gave 4 stars. The atmosphere is very lively in a typically Dominican chaotic and fun way. Parking is an issue, but there are many guys "helping" you to find a space. But what really shines are the Chimis at El Rubio. Really tender meat with marinated flavor, cooked over wood coals. Very good fresh pan de agua and great sauces. Grab a Presidente, chimi or platter and a table if you can, and enjoy the festive mood. Plenty of families with kids replaced later by people leaving or going to the clubs or just...

The place is fun and cultural. The chimi, although it was delicious, it was a hassle to get. Almost 45 mins waiting and then rained on! The girl kept messing up my order, and once she got it right, she gave it to someone else to the point the chef got annoyed at her too. Super good and super busy, but probably need to stand right where the guys are cooking if you dont want your order to be given to someone else multiple times.. once you are sitting at a table waiting for your dinner...

Its a tiny fast food for those who need some munchis after party hard and get a little tipsy after midnight, El Rubio, the owner, will make you a good packed Yaroa, a dish made with friend fries mixed with beef or chopped chicken breast, and condiments. Hamburgers, its cheap, clean and its located at the side corridor of the Autovia del este highway. Passing the Fruisa greenlight, you keep your right and take the lane when you see the...