Preparing and offering authentic, made-from-scratch, home-style Dominican food and beverages served with loving island hospitality has been our family’s passion for over 25 years — starting with our original location, Los Hermanos in Columbia Heights in Northwest, DC and now expanding to our new location, Mecho’s Dominican Kitchen in Northeast DC.
A generous platter of rice, protein and side – called la bandera (the flag) , because it mimics the colors of the Dominican flag.
Chicharrón de Pollo (Crispy Fried Chicken Bites) are flavorful and crispy and you can find them in any humble restaurant in the Dominican Republic.
MECHO'S
4 months ago The food here is really good, authentic Dominican food. I love the pernil, pork chops, beef. Today I had the masitas. This is the only place I’ve seen in the DMV that has the real Dominican rice with pigeon peas. All of the food is in the bar so you can see and read the Spanish names along with the English names. Great spot for quick, delicious food. They also have indoor and outdoor seating.
1st time visiting this place...chose to carryout but it's nice inside. Was greeted promptly and employee was friendly. Ordered platter with Moro de Gandules, carne guisada, and mixed vegetables. Everything looked fresh, was nice hot temperature and cooked well. The stewed beef was super tender and flavorful, the rice tasted great and had good flavor as did the vegetables. Was in and out quickly as there wasn't a line at the time. Will definitely be back.
I went during lunch time and it was not busy at all. The staff were wearing masks and the restaurant was clean. Coming to the food, I got the Bandera with Moro de Gandules(5/5) my two sides were boiled yuca(5/5) and plantains (5/5) with Pollo Guisado (5/5) perfectly cooked and super tender and Pernil (5/5) the meat was super tender too. The portions were huge and you will get it for two meals. I liked the option of choosing 2 meat dishes for an extra price, which was great.
For over 35 years, our family has poured love and passion into preparing abundant, authentic, made-from-scratch home-style Dominican food and beverages. It all began at our original location, Los Hermanos, nestled in Columbia Heights in Northwest, DC. Now, we’re thrilled to have expanded our culinary journey with Mecho’s Dominican Kitchen in Northeast, DC.
Back in 1985, we started as a small “BODEGA”—a cozy convenience store selling Latin American essentials like yuca, plantains, and salami. At the tender age of ten, my brother and I joined our parents in working weekends during the school year and throughout summer vacations. Our family-oriented business thrived on hard work and dedication.
Our mom had a mission: to keep us away from fast food joints. So, armed with a tiny electric tabletop stove, she whipped up homemade delicacies for everyone—our aunts, uncles, cousins, and even family friends. The tantalizing aroma of her Pollo Guisado (Stewed Chicken) and Moro de Guandules (Rice with Pigeon Peas) filled the bodega, piquing the curiosity of our customers.
Mom’s warm heart extended to those curious souls. She’d offer them a taste of her freshly cooked delights. Little did we know that these humble beginnings would ignite a culinary revolution.
The family behind Los Hermanos sells Dominican “CHIMIS” at their new restaurant, Mecho’s. On the famous Malecón de Santo Domingo, the pier that runs parallel to the Caribbean Sea in the capital of the Dominican Republic, vendors push street carts stuffed with chimichurris, the island’s tropical take on boardwalk burgers and sandwiches that roll out once the sun goes down. For twin brothers Aris and Raymond Compres, chimis evoke memories of nighttime strolls with their parents. When they opened their second D.C. restaurant, Mecho’s Dominican Kitchen, earlier this year off U.S. Route 50 in Northeast, they wanted to serve chimis to distinguish it from their other place, the long-running Los Hermanos in Columbia Heights.
Are you planning a fiesta, celebrating a special occasion, or organizing a corporate event? Look no further than Mecho’s Dominican Kitchen! Our catering services bring the awesome flavors of the Dominican Republic straight to your table. Whether it’s a small gathering or a large-scale celebration, Mecho’s Event Catering Services is a top choice.
At Mecho’s Dominican Kitchen we’ll provide you with delicious food anywhere from a simple boxed lunch to Full Service Catering for special occasions and corporate parties in the MD and DC area .
