In search of a new favorite Caribbean spot?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable Caribbean restaurants around Boston, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to satisfy your cravings.
1. Mana Escondido Café
Topping the list is Mana Escondido Café. Located at 68 Aguadilla St. (between Pembroke and Brookline streets) in South End, the Spanish, Puerto Rican and breakfast and brunch spot is the highest-rated budget-friendly Caribbean restaurant in Boston, boasting 4.5 stars out of 77 reviews on Yelp.
The menu offerings include mofongo, pork shoulder with a side of plantains, Cubano sandwiches, rice and beans and more.
2. Singh's Roti Shop
Next up is North Dorchester's Singh's Roti Shop, situated at 692 Columbia Road (between Cottage and Elder streets). With four stars out of 205 reviews on Yelp, the Caribbean spot has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for an affordable option.
The business offers jerk chicken, Jamaican beef patties, fried dough and more. Sides include collard greens, potatoes, pumpkin and spinach.
3. Borinquen Bakery & Cafe
Borinquen Bakery & Cafe, a bakery and Latin American and Puerto Rican spot in North Dorchester, is another inexpensive go-to, with four stars out of 40 Yelp reviews. Head over to 112 Stoughton St. (between Bakersfield Street and Windermere Road) to see for yourself.
On the menu, look for natural fruit juices, Spanish omelets, stuffed sweet plantains, flan and more.
4. La Lechonera Restaurant
Lastly, over in Roslindale, check out La Lechonera Restaurant, which has earned four stars out of 36 reviews on Yelp. Dig in at the Latin American and Puerto Rican spot by heading over to 342 Cummins Highway (between Canterbury Street and Mount Calvary Road).
Dishes include bacalao (salted cod), pernil (roasted pork leg) with yellow rice, roast suckling pig and chicken stew. There are also sandwiches and smoothies.
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