El Gallego
A charming Spanish-Galician restaurant offering authentic cuisine, live music, and a choice of intimate dining spaces, from a garden to a poolside ter...
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El Gallego
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A charming Spanish-Galician restaurant offering authentic cuisine, live music, and a choice of intimate dining spaces, from a garden to a poolside terrace.
"Experience exceptional Spanish flavors and a lively atmosphere at El Gallego, a true culinary gem."
Book Ahead for Weekends
Reservations are highly recommended, especially for Sunday lunch, to secure your table and avoid long waits.
Don't Miss Popular Dishes
Order highly sought-after items like churrasco and paella early, as they tend to sell out quickly.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Spanish
Price
$$$
Phone
+1 809-689-4027
Address
C. César Nicolás Penson 76, Santo Domingo 10205, Dominican Republic
Website
facebook.com/elgallegorest/Highlights
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Authentic Spanish Paella
Savor the rich flavors of authentic Spanish paella, a must-try signature dish praised for its deliciousness and generous portions.
Vibrant Live Music & Ambiance
Experience the lively atmosphere with live music performances on weekdays, creating a perfect setting for an enjoyable dining experience.
Varied Intimate Dining Spaces
Choose your perfect spot, from a charming garden to a poolside terrace, each offering a unique and intimate ambiance for your meal.
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Book Ahead for Weekends
Reservations are highly recommended, especially for Sunday lunch, to secure your table and avoid long waits.
Don't Miss Popular Dishes
Order highly sought-after items like churrasco and paella early, as they tend to sell out quickly.
Explore Different Seating
Dine in various areas like the courtyard, back terrace, or poolside for a unique experience each visit.
Tapas for Variety
If undecided, sample a selection of tapas to experience a range of flavors.
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Book Ahead for Weekends
Reservations are highly recommended, especially for Sunday lunch, to secure your table and avoid long waits.
Don't Miss Popular Dishes
Order highly sought-after items like churrasco and paella early, as they tend to sell out quickly.
Explore Different Seating
Dine in various areas like the courtyard, back terrace, or poolside for a unique experience each visit.
Tapas for Variety
If undecided, sample a selection of tapas to experience a range of flavors.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
El Gallego is celebrated for its authentic Spanish cuisine, particularly its paella and seafood dishes, and often praised for its vibrant atmosphere with live music. While many diners enjoy the great food and varied seating options, some have noted that prices can be high and have experienced inconsistencies in service, including disorganization and issues with billing.
"One of my all time favorite places. Food is one of the best. Very fast service."
Jose Alemany
"A Spanish style restaurant with good food in general but be careful because the prices are very high.
I like their two outside areas but badly in both of them smoking 🚬 is allowed 😭"
Manuel Gonzalez
"Paella Marinara!
I'll be back to try other dishes; the Paella will be hard to beat.
Whether you dine inside, out front amongst the trees, or in back by the pool, you'll find something you'll like.
If you can't decide, sit at the bar until inspiration hits you!"
Shag Shane
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, reservations are highly recommended, especially for weekends and Sunday lunch, to avoid long waits.
Popular dishes include paella marinara, churrasco, octopus, and the Tarta de la Viña dessert. Ordering these early is advised.
Yes, El Gallego features live music performances on weekdays, contributing to a lively and enjoyable dining experience.
The restaurant offers various intimate spaces, including a front courtyard, a back terrace, and a poolside area, providing different ambiances.
Yes, its pleasant ambiance and live music make it a good place to bring a date.
Some reviews mention disorganization, inconsistent service, and concerns about undisclosed charges or service fees.
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Restaurantes donde comer paella en RD
En El Gallego tendrás la oportunidad de probar exquisitas recetas de la madre patria, entre las que por supuesto se encuentra la paella, que forman parte de la cocina familiar del chef Francis Pena.
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My favorite restaurants as of lately are El Gallego (Spanish) , Trattoria Angiolino (Italian) and Samurai (Japanese). These three, all though not local cuisine, I highly recommend.
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