{"id":21177,"date":"2017-09-19T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-19T01:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/?p=21177"},"modified":"2017-09-20T12:07:08","modified_gmt":"2017-09-20T04:07:08","slug":"where-to-get-the-best-paella-in-manila","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/2017\/09\/19\/where-to-get-the-best-paella-in-manila\/","title":{"rendered":"Where to Get the Best Paella in Manila"},"content":{"rendered":"

When it comes to Spanish cuisine, paella is never out of the scene. This traditional dish from Spain is truly one of the best things to ever happen in the culinary world. In Manila, where the majority of the population are rice-lovers, paella is definitely a much-loved dish. Whether you like it Negra, Valenciana, or mixed, you know that it\u2019s always a great time with a plateful of paella on your table.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re a longtime paella lover or someone who\u2019d want to have their first try of this popular Spanish dish, you\u2019re on the right page. Check out our list of the restaurants in Manila where you can get the best paellas which will surely make you want to come back for more!<\/p>\n

Cirkulo<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Paella Valenciana (Php 995)<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

Cirkulo\u2019s Spanish dishes have always been a favorite among foodies and longtime Spanish cuisine enthusiasts. However, there\u2019s one thing that doesn\u2019t appear on their menu, but is worth ordering: their Paella Valenciana. This traditional paella recipe is made up of heaps of filling seafood ingredients such as shrimps and mussels. Make sure to try it to experience its authentic Spanish flavor!<\/p>\n

Read: Cirkulo in Makati: Authentic Flavors of Spain<\/a><\/p>\n

Address: \u00a0G\/F Milkyway Bldg., Arnaiz Ave. cor. Paseo de Roxas, Makati
\n<\/em>Contact: 02-810-8735 or 02-810-2763
\n<\/em>Operating Hours: 11:30 am to 2:30 pm; 5:30 to 10:00 pm<\/em><\/p>\n

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Tapella Tapas Bar and Restaurant<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Black Paella with squidlets and crab (Php 595)<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Apart from its famous tapas, Tapella\u2019s Black Paella is quite a scene-stealer among its roster of Spanish dishes. The distinct paella recipe made with squid ink is made flavorful by adding squidlets and crab on top to enhance its seafood zest. This Black Paella\u2019s flavor does not have that overpowering taste\u2014just enough that will make you enjoy the food more.<\/p>\n

Read: Tapella Tapas Bar and Restaurant in Greenbelt<\/a><\/p>\n

Address: G\/F Greenbelt 5, Ayala Center, Makati
\n<\/em>Contact: 02-757-2710 or 02-757-2711
\n<\/em>Operating Hours: 11:00 am to 12:00 am<\/em><\/p>\n

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La Tienda<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Paella Valenciana (P630)<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

La Tienda\u2019s Paella Valenciana also deserves a spot in the best paellas to get in Manila. With its classic paella recipe, you\u2019ll surely want to come and taste their bestseller made with shrimp, egg, chorizo, and clams for a perfect Spanish cuisine themed lunch.<\/p>\n

Read: La Tienda in Makati<\/a><\/p>\n

Address: 43 Polaris St., Bel-Air Village, Makati
\n<\/em>Contact: 02-890-4123 or 02-245-7181
\n<\/em>Operating Hours: 11:00 am to 11:00 pm (Mon. to Sat.)<\/em><\/p>\n

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Calderon<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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PAELLA NEGRA. Php 780 for 4-6 people, Php 1,500 for 8-10 people, Php 2,680 for 25 people<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Calderon is a Spanish restaurant tucked inside a building in Salcedo Village. It\u2019s a hole-in-the-wall kind of place but it\u2019s still worth visiting for its best-tasting paella, the Paella Negra. This all-time favorite paella dish made better with its creamy aioli and seafood toppings make up for a perfect meal. What\u2019s good is that you can order it in various serving sizes that you can share with as much as 25 people!<\/p>\n

Read: Calderon<\/a><\/p>\n

Address: [Makati branch] G\/F Classica Condominium, HV Dela Costa St., Salcedo Village, Makati
\n<\/em>Contact: 02-894-1606
\n<\/em>Operating Hours: 11:00 am to 10:30 am (Mon. to Thu. and Sat. to Sun.; 11:00 am to 11:00 pm Fri.) <\/em><\/p>\n

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Barcino<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Paella Mixta (Php 825)<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re a self-confessed paella lover, then Barcino\u2019s Paella Mixta is definitely a must-try. This Spanish paella that\u2019s composed of mixed seafood and meat makes for a great variety that\u2019s as filling and flavorful as you wish for it to be. This paella is very tasty, perfect for those who\u2019d want a sumptuous meal for sharing.<\/p>\n

Read: Barcino Restaurant: Home of Authentic Spanish cuisine in Manila<\/a><\/p>\n

With branches in Rockwell, Greenbelt, The Fort, and Ortigas<\/em><\/p>\n

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Rambla<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Paella Negra with Baby Squid (Php 790)<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

If you want something sophisticated, check out Rambla in Rockwell. Their Paella Negra with Baby Squid is one of their must-orders if you want to try their own authentic Catalan version. Aside from paella, you should also try their pulpo,<\/em> which will make you love the Catalan side of Spanish cuisine even more.<\/p>\n

Read: Rambla in Makati: Sophisticated Spanish flavors<\/a><\/p>\n

Address: G\/F Joya Lofts and Towers, Joya Drive, Rockwell, Poblacion, Makati<\/em>
\nContact: 02-823-6468<\/em>
\nOperating Hours: 11:30 am to 1:00 am (Sun. to Thu.); 11:30 am to 2:00 am (Fri. and Sat.)<\/em><\/p>\n

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Pio\u2019s Kitchen<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Pio\u2019s Kitchen Paella Bagnet<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

One of the most famous paella in Manila is found at Pio\u2019s Kitchen. With Chef Chin Bagis, who learned the recipe all the way from Barcelona in Spain, it\u2019s surely an authentic treat for anyone who\u2019d love to try this much-loved Spanish dish. Her Paella Bagnet, a crowd-favorite, is a bestseller as it contains bagnet, a deep-fried pork belly dish that surprisingly tastes good with paella.<\/p>\n

Check out her recipe here: Recipe Corner: Paella Bagnet by Chef Chin Gallegos-Bagis of Pio\u2019s Kitchen in QC<\/a><\/p>\n

Read: Pio\u2019s Kitchen in Quezon City: Celebrate life\u2019s special moments<\/a><\/p>\n

Address: 96 Scout Reyes cor. Scout Fuentebella, Brgy. Laging Handa, Quezon City
\n<\/em>Contact: 02-509-4529 or 02-501-2391
\n<\/em>Operating Hours: 12:00 nn to 3:00 pm; 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm (by reservation only)<\/em><\/p>\n

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Ilustrado<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Paella Ilustrado (Php 850)<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

Also one of the most popular Spanish restaurants in the metro, Ilustrado is known to be a go-to place for Spanish food at the heart of Intramuros. It\u2019s only fitting to order their bestseller, the Paella Ilustrado, which is a perfect combination of rich and flavorful seafood ingredients. It\u2019s different from other kinds of paella in a sense that it\u2019s a bit toasted, but still, it\u2019s as delicious as it can get.<\/p>\n

Read: Ilustrado in Intramuros<\/a><\/p>\n

Address: 744 Calle Real del Palacio (Gen. Luna), Intramuros
\n<\/em>Contact: 02-527-2345
\n<\/em>Operating Hours: 8:00 am to 9:00 pm (Mon. to Sat.)<\/em><\/p>\n

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Have you tried other restaurants that serve Paella not included in our list? Share it with us below!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019re a longtime paella lover or someone who\u2019d want to have their first try of this popular Spanish dish, you\u2019re in the right page. Check out our list of the restaurants in Manila where you can get the best paellas which will surely make you want to come back for more!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":21210,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[95,96],"tags":[3936,3939,3934,3935,3940,3299,3938,3937,152],"class_list":["post-21177","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-feature-story","category-listicle","tag-barcino","tag-calderon","tag-cirkulo","tag-ilustrado","tag-la-tienda","tag-paella","tag-pios-kitchen","tag-rambla","tag-tapella"],"acf":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2017\/09\/paella1111.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/21177","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=21177"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/21177\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":21195,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/21177\/revisions\/21195"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/21210"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=21177"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=21177"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=21177"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}