Liopo Pica Pollo and Tacos

Started as a home kitchen venture by a husband-and-wife team, this spot originally focused on Mexican food before shifting to Dominican specialties. Inside, the space is exceptionally compact, meaning it helps to know your order before stepping up to the counter. The owners and staff frequently welcome newcomers with samples, and the chef often steps out to talk through the menu. Alongside the mains, the kitchen turns out pechurinas, sweet plantains, tostones, and fried biscuit-like donuts. If the display chicken has been sitting, regulars recommend waiting for a freshly fried batch.