Dominican Food in Fords

Explore Dominican food at EL Viejo Fred Restaurant in Fords, NJ, with convenient pickup options for every craving.

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Dominican Food to Try

Chicharrón De Cerdo | Pork Cracklings

$17.25

Crisp fried pork skin, a savory Dominican-style meat dish.

“Hands down THEE BEST CHICHARRON AROUND.”

Chicharrón De Pollo | Chicken Cracklings

$14.95

Crispy fried chicken pieces provide the crunchy crackling-style dish.

“We ordered some delicious chicken soup for lunch . Also the chicharron de Pollo was delicious. The soup reminded me of my mother's home cooking . Fresh chicken soup and so filling. Everything we ordered today the empanadas were delicious.”

Mangu | Mashed Plantains

$5.75+

Smooth mashed green plantains topped with sautéed onions.

“Best Dominican food around, I came here one time and haven’t eaten at any other Spanish food spots because this spot is the best🔥”

Picadera | Dominican Sample Platter

$18.40

Fried pork, chicken, tostones, cheese, and salami make up this platter.

“Best Dominican food in the area!!!”

Tostones | Fried Plantain

$5.75+

Fried green plantains require a small or large size choice.

“Viejo Freddy in Fords Has the best Dominican food around we have visited this restaurant many times for different occasions and my family as always been extremely satisfied. Everything is delicious. The service is great and the atmosphere is friendly. Today we were here and tried empanadas beef and chicken, and they were delicious. We have ordered for Christmas Eve to bring to our family dinner. You must visit and try!!! 10 out of 10!!!!”

Alitas De Pollo | Chicken Wings

$13.00

Crispy fried chicken wings are seasoned in a Dominican-style preparation.

“Best dominican food in Ford/Edison NJ”

Chofan Pollo | Chicken Chofan

$16.10+

Chicken chofan is fried rice prepared with chicken.

“Amazing authentic Dominican food. Had a great time with my friends. Really nice owner 👍”

Maduros | Sweet Plantain

$6.60+

Fried ripe plantains are sweet and come in small or large sizes.

“Delicious food! The shrimp empanadas was so tasty, made to order and worth waiting for. Rice,pork,beans and maduros were well seasoned and mouth watering. The ladies at the counter were smiling and friendly and the establishment decorated tastefully. I will be back! Go check them out.”

Something for Everyone at EL Viejo Fred Restaurant

EL Viejo Fred Restaurant in Fords, NJ serves a satisfying spread of Dominican food, from hearty meat dishes to classic plantain sides and shareable starters.

Come enjoy Dominican food your way in Fords, NJ — EL Viejo Fred Restaurant welcomes you for dine-in, and also offers pickup and delivery for added convenience.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are your most popular Dominican food options?

Our guests love these customer favorites. If you're visiting us these are some of the food options we recommend most often.

Chicharrón De Cerdo | Pork Cracklings — This specialty consists of pork skin fried until crisp, offering a savory bite in the Dominican tradition.
Chicharrón De Pollo | Chicken Cracklings — These chicken cracklings are fried chicken pieces with a crunchy texture in the finished dish.
Picadera | Dominican Sample Platter — This Dominican platter brings together fried pork, chicken, tostones, cheese, and salami for sharing with others.
Chofan Pollo | Chicken Chofan — Chicken chofan is fried rice prepared with chicken, offered in a personal or large size.
Tostones | Fried Plantain — These crisp fried green plantains are available in your choice of small or large size at checkout.

Do you offer delivery and takeout?

Yes! We offer both delivery and takeout for dominican food throughout the Fords area. Order your dominican food online for convenient pickup or delivery.