ByTimothy Walton 
Tuesday, March 17, 2026 2:26PM
NORTHERN LIBERTIES (WPVI) — Bobby Flay thought the Dominican Smash Burger was so good he gave it his top prize at the 2024 Food Network New York City Wine and Food Festival. Now, you can get that same burger at El Sazon R.D. in Northern Liberties.
The new eatery has a menu featuring Dominican flavors in a takeout setting. They also feature empanadas that can be sliced open and topped taco style. There are loaded fries and house made Dominican drinks.
The restaurant has 3 locations in New York City, where it was first launched 2 years ago. This is the first location outside of New York. The Philadelphia location offers a limited menu with plans to expand in the future.
The team behind the restaurant has been in Philadelphia since 2020 with the restaurant SET NoLibs. El Sazon R.D. is right next door and brings a fast-food experience with a Dominican twist.
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1030 North 2nd Street Suite 201, Philadelphia, PA 19123
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