1st Colonial Grill to open first branch in Manila
1st Colonial Grill, a famous restaurant offering authentic Bicolano fusion dishes, and home of Sili Ice Cream is opening its first branch outside the Bicol Region at NAIA Terminal 3 by the end of the year.
Also read: 1st Colonial Grill in Albay, Bicol
The restaurant, owned by Mr. Elmer Boy Aspe, has been serving sumptuous Bicolano dishes since 2004. Currently they have 6 branches, located at Daraga, Pacific Mall Gaisano Legazpi, Ayala Mall Legazpi, SM Naga, Centro Naga, and in Sorsogon.
PASTA BICOLANA, Php 115
KANDINGGA, Php 195
What makes them stand out from the rest is that they have their own take on making traditional Bicolano dishes more flavorful without losing its natural flavors. Because of their affordability, their food has become a favorite not only among tourists but also for locals. To keep that authentic Bicolano taste, 1st Colonial Grill sources their ingredients from Bicol itself. In that way, they can also help promote Bicol harvests as they support local farmers.
TINAPA FRIED RICE, Php 255
TINUTUNGANG MANOK, Php 259
Make sure to also try their bestsellers like the Tinapa Fried Rice topped with red egg, tomatoes, and tinapa. Then order their famous Tinutungang Manok, a savory Bicolano chicken dish with toasted coconut milk.
SILI ICE CREAM, Php 110
Afterwards, you should order their signature ice cream, which is the Sili Ice Cream which comes in three different levels, with Levels 1 to 3 at P89.00, and Volcano level, the hottest of all, at P110.
