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.
After a few weeks, Mom had a wild idea: why not sell her food? Despite lacking restaurant experience, her Dominican flavors proved irresistible. The bodega couldn’t compete, and soon we needed more space. Families traveled from as far as Frederick, Maryland, craving the taste of home. Our demand for rice skyrocketed from 25 pounds a week to a whopping 300-400 pounds including our catering events.
Now Mecho’s is a prominent culinary haven for Dominicans and Dominican food lovers in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.
At Mecho’s Dominican Kitchen, we live by a simple rule: cook as if you’re feeding your own family. Our goal is to make every guest feel like a cherished family member, savoring a delicious meal in a true Dominican home. Whether it’s a formal event or an intimate gathering, our catering services bring the heartwarming flavors of our heritage to your table.