Taunton Eats: Tropical Llama to be featured on America's Best Restaurants

Kristina Fontes, The Taunton Daily Gazette

Not sure where to grab a bite to eat? With lots of options around the Taunton area, it can be difficult to choose.

If you’re having a hard time, we’re here to help you narrow it down.

We've compiled a list of meal deals, special events, and mouth-watering offerings at local eateries and markets to consider when planning your next night on the town, or a quick stop for a tasty treat.

This week, Tropical Llama is going to be getting a national spotlight. Plus, we've got some new frozen treats, appetizers, pizza, and even outdoor dining.

Let’s dig in:

From left, Jendi Roque and her parents Sandra Roque and Johan Martinez stand in front of their new restaurant Tropical Llama in Raynham on Jan. 6, 2022.
From left, Jendi Roque and her parents Sandra Roque and Johan Martinez stand in front of their new restaurant Tropical Llama in Raynham on Jan. 6, 2022.

Tropical Llama visited by America’s Best Restaurants

America’s Best Restaurants, which travels the country to shine a spotlight on local eateries, recently paid a visit to Raynham.

Tropical Llama, 1470 New State Hwy., Raynham, was recently visited by America’s Best Restaurants, so they can share their Dominican cuisine with the country.

For the latest updates, including when the episode will be shared, keep up with Tropical Llama on Facebook.

Islands Cafe & Bakery By Josi Sweets, at 91 Weir St. in Taunton, on Tuesday, April 11, 2023.
Islands Cafe & Bakery By Josi Sweets, at 91 Weir St. in Taunton, on Tuesday, April 11, 2023.

Enjoy a frozen treat this summer at Islands Cafe & Bakery

Islands Cafe & Bakery by Josi Sweets, 91 Weir St., Taunton, has some new frozen treats to combat the heat of summer.

Cool off with their new “freshkinha” frozen desserts: strawberry, calbicera, tamarind, and passionfruit.

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Check out Sam’s Pizza II, now open in Taunton

Grab a slice at a recently-opened pizza spot.

Sam’s Pizza II, 94 Lawton St., Taunton, celebrated their grand opening in May.

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New appetizer at Stoneforge Tavern

Stoneforge Tavern, 90 Paramount Dr., Raynham, has introduced a new appetizer to the menu.

The Mexican street corn is roasted corn, tossed in a chili cayenne pepper mayo, and topped with Cotija cheese and cilantro.

Flash sale this week at Cape Cod Cafe

Cape Cod Cafe, 995 Broadway, Raynham, is having a flash sale this week.

Through Friday, if you buy four pizzas, you get four free, through Goldbelly.

New outdoor area at HomeRootts Bistro and Harper Lane Brewery

Feel like dining al fresco?

HomeRootts Bistro and Harper Lane Brewery, 16 Wareham St., Middleboro, have a new outside area.

Do you have a special deal, menu item, or food-related event to share with local foodies? Send us an email at kfontes@heraldnews.com or newsroom@tauntongazette.com.

This article originally appeared on The Herald News: Taunton Eats: Tropical Llama visited by America's Best Restaurants

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