Lechonera DMV

My goodness!! What a treat! La Lechonera transports me back to Guavate, PR! The food is amazing, that lechón skin is as crunchy as can be! Got some house made Longaniza and that was probably the best roasted chicken I have ever had! So seasoned! 🙌🏻

Lechonera DMV is a hidden gem for authentic Puerto Rican cuisine! The lechón was perfectly seasoned and tender, with crispy skin that’s full of flavor. The arroz con gandules was spot-on, and the portions were generous. You can tell everything is made with love and tradition. The staff was warm and welcoming, making the experience even better. If you’re craving true Puerto Rican comfort food, this spot is a must-visit. I’ll definitely be back! 10/10

Let me tell you, my recent experience with Lechónera DMV was nothing short of spectacular! Their lechón was, as expected, absolutely divine. Tender, juicy, with that incredible authentic flavor and perfectly crispy skin – it's the real deal. And yes, their limber was a delightful surprise the kids loved it! However, while everything was fantastic, the arroz con gandules truly stole the show for me. The gandules were tender, and the sofrito was clearly made with love. It was the kind of arroz con gandules that takes you right back to abuela's kitchen – simply unforgettable. And let's not forget the guineitos! They were so tasty – perfectly cooked, with a wonderful texture and subtle sweetness that complemented the other dishes beautifully. It was clear that every element of the meal was p

I visited a month ago and it was sooo delicious. This food is exactly what I would get back home in Puerto Rico. I had the lechón bowl and the coconut limber as dessert. It was THE BEST. I can’t wait to drive up to Woodbridge again just for this!

We were only in the area getting gas when we caught a whiff of the smoke billowing out of a smoker across the street. We chose to go check it out and we were so glad we did The whole set-up is an interesting-cool food truck eatery. You order from a well decorated converted short bus. Attached to the bus is a whole separate smoker that is open so you can see the variety of meats that are available on the menu (whole pig rotating on a spit, Ribs, whole chickens, sausage). They also provide 4 folding picnic tables set under a tent in the parking lot, with Puerto Rican music playing on their speakers. Considering it's a parking lot, they've done a great job offering an option to sit and eat. We ordered two of the bowls which come with rice & beans, Yucca (not fried, which is how we're u