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La Casa del Chimi Restaurant

4.1 · 2.077 reviews

402 Franklin St, Reading, PA 19602

8 AM – 12 AM

About this spot

Welcome to La Casa del Chimi Restaurant – Your Taste of the Dominican Republic in Reading!Step into a warm, flavorful experience right here at 402 Franklin St, Reading, PA. At La Casa del Chimi, every dish is made with passion, tradition, and a little island soul. From our famous chimis and juicy grilled meats to crispy tostones and fresh tropical juices, every bite celebrates authentic Dominican street food. Whether you’re joining us for a family meal, a quick lunch, or a night out with friends — you’ll always be welcomed like family.

What's available here

College students
Family-friendly
Groups
Tourists
Free street parking
Good for kids
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Usually a wait
Gender-neutral restroom

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Guest reviews

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Christina Chen
Apr 21, 2026

The food was a little cold cause ot was freezing out but once the heated it up it was so good . This location is very busy . Be ready to order .Noise levelLoud, but you can still talk

Macc Steppn
Feb 21, 2026

Best food I taste in the city you just gotta wait sometimes, it’s worth it for the price!

Eddie Reeves
Dec 21, 2025

This truly was a great place to eat. Affordable prices, and delicious food. I highly recommend the Chimi sandwich.

Ervie Walraven
Feb 21, 2026

Fantastic food. The staff really cares and helped me get what I wanted. I don't speak Spanish but I love the food. This place has it, I am so happy that my client sent me here. I was working and I saw that they were eating something that looked delicious. I asked them where did you get that food. They put the address in my maps and off I went.That being said, maps has no idea where this fine establishment is located. I used the address.Highly recommend this restaurant!

Joseph Guerrero
Feb 21, 2026

My goodness the staff here is so friendly. They have many choices in soups, stewed meats and rice and beans among other Latin foods.For those who wish to try adventurous eating, come here and try their pigs feet stew. The pigs feet are full of delicious textured collagen, which is very good for beautiful skin. I had it with white rice and beans. Different kinds of yellow rice are also availableThe place has a crowd and thus the food is constantly being refreshed which gives their food that freshly made quality.

Pamela Perez
Jun 21, 2026

Really guys?! An hour waiting for delivery and by the waiting time the food arrived was cold. Fried plantains are cold and hard without salt, and the service should have a mayoketchup but nothing. Thanks for making my friends experience HORRIBLE as the food!Attitude and service POOOOOOOR. You DON'T sell Dominicans Chimi. You guys sell hot sandwiches.The ribs were HARD, and the fried plantains weren't good at ALL. The mangu with the 3 strikes SALTY and OILY... 0 and, 0, AND 0 AGAIN!!!

Dean Knepp
Mar 21, 2026

The most delicious food you can find...very traditional and helpful.

Christine Falu
Jan 21, 2026

Wait too long for a fried red snapper. 45 min. I even called 15 min in advance. Still got the order wrong & waited another 20 min just for fried plantains. The price for the fish was $30!

Don Linares
Jun 21, 2026

Phenomenal Dominican food! Many fresh dishes available with generous portions and cheap pricing. I made 3 meals out of my plate!

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Location & hours

Hours

Monday 8 AM–12 AM

Tuesday 8 AM–12 AM

Wednesday 8 AM–12 AM

Thursday 8 AM–12 AM

Friday 8 AM–12 AM

Saturday 8 AM–12 AM

Sunday 8 AM–12 AM

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