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Image: Out of its shell and sauced. Last Updated: April 2025 Overview: An add-on space off the backside of the Wagshal’s deli in Spring Vally puts out really good Trinidadian comfort food. Staples like doubles folded into taco form with side sauce and slaw to add on, or hot pepper shrimp and jerk chicken that […]
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Image: Vaca Frita, Arroz Congri, Tostones. Last Updated: September 2024 Overview: [NOTE: They closed in summer 2024] Mi Cuba punches above its weight, serving classic Cuban dishes that are hearty and heart-warming. Come for the Cubano sandwich, stay for the plates of lechon asado or beef. The level of care is underlined in the sides […]
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Image: A full table. Last Updated: December 2022 Overview: The details add up to an impressive whole at St. James. From the name, to the space, to the menu, to the beverage program, it appears as if each element was thought through, then pieced together to form a coherent, vibrant experience. It is named for […]
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Image: Pernilicious. Last Updated: January 2026 Overview: A bit like the little engine that could, Qui Qui just keeps moving forward, increasing in renown as it does. The festive, bright corner spot in Park View packs them in with big portions of Puerto Rican favorites. It is a great place to satisfy your plantain-based cravings […]
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Image: Tripleta Sandwich Last Updated: July 2021 Current Status: Open for sitdown, inside and outside. Take-out and delivery also available. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Overview: Holding down a back corner in Navy Yard, this open, sunny spot serves Puerto Rican food with care. The marquee item is the three-meat sandwich (which is not […]
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Image: Mofongo and Chicken Last Updated: May 2021 Current Status: The fact so many Dominican pro ballplayers happily eat from Los Hermanos is a pretty good endorsement. The gem of Dominican favorites in Columbia Heights has taken out its seating (at least prior to May 21 DC re-opening). But they do have lots of good […]
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Image: Jerk Chicken Last Updated: 8/18/20 Current Status: The small, bright-yellow storefront on Georgia Avenue currently has no seating, but there is a counter holding trays of stews, veggies, and a bunch of jerk chicken. The place prides itself on vegetarian options. The jerk chicken has a little kick but much more on the enjoyable […]
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Image: Ribs and more. Last Updated: March 2026 Cane serves classic Trinidadian dishes out of a boxcar-sized space on H Street. If you are looking for jerk chicken wings, doubles, and tiffin boxes of spicy comfort food, look no further. We skipped the wings (marinated for 12 hours and smoke) on a recent visit, though […]
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