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Ying Ying Tea House in Binondo: Great Chinese Food at a Reasonable Price

Ying Ying Tea House in Binondo: Great Chinese Food at a Reasonable Price

Binondo's Ying Ying Tea House boasts Chinese specialties and their own blend of delicious milk tea.
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  • Manila
  • Binondo
  • Chinatown x Divisoria Restaurant 2020
  • Chinese
  • Filipino
  • Chinatown x Divisoria Restaurant 2020
    • Tasty Dumplings in Binondo Serves Delicious Dumplings and Tasty Porkchops

    Tasty Dumplings in Binondo Serves Delicious Dumplings and Tasty Porkchops

    Sample delicious dumplings and more at Binondo's Tasty Dumplings!
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  • Manila
  • Binondo
  • Chinatown
  • Chinatown x Divisoria Restaurant 2020
  • Chinese
  • Filipino
  • Chinatown x Divisoria Restaurant 2020
    • Lan Zhou La Mien in Binondo: Home of Hand-Pulled Noodles

    Lan Zhou La Mien in Binondo: Home of Hand-Pulled Noodles

    Famed for serving one of the best noodles in Binondo, Chinatown, Lan Zhou La Mien takes pride in their hand-pulled (la mien) noodles as the key ingredient in the success of the well-loved restaurant.
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  • Manila
  • Binondo
  • Chinatown
  • Chinatown x Divisoria Restaurant 2020
  • Chinese
  • Chinatown x Divisoria Restaurant 2020
    • Wai Ying Fastfood

    Wai Ying Fastfood

    Experience a classic Chinese diner at Binondo, Chinatown with Wai Ying Fastfood. The seats can get filled quite fast during lunch hours so it’s recommended to drop off in the early afternoon.     Get a quick meal with Wai Ying’s Beef Wonton Noodles served with generous portions of beef and dimsum and complement it with Hakaw or shrimp dumplings.   Beef Wonton Noodles (P110)     Hakaw (P70 / 4 pieces)   The price at Wai Ying is unbelievably cheap for something authentic and delicious. It’s one of the best places for a quick bite of Chinese food for workers nearby.
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  • Manila
  • Binondo
  • Chinatown
  • Chinese
    • Ohsama Ramen

    Ohsama Ramen

    Adding more flavor to the ramen scene The sister company of the already established and more popular ramen house in Makati City Nihonbashitei, OHSAMA RAMEN which started in January 2015 serves a wide-range selection of delectable ramen especially created to excite more lovers of the iconic noodle staple in and around the metro. The ramen house’s interiors has the Japanese minimalist vibe with its generous space, clean lines, contemporary tables and chairs setting, subdued, easy-on-the-eye colors, high ceiling and roomy loft-type second floor which also has function rooms for small and big events like meetings, birthdays, and other occasions. The location is also a big draw because it is right […]
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  • A. Arnaiz Avenue
  • Makati
  • Japanese
  • Ramen
    • Kabila Filipino Bistro: A Taste of the Finest in Local Gourmet Cuisine

    Kabila Filipino Bistro: A Taste of the Finest in Local Gourmet Cuisine

    Kabila Filipino Bistro is another innovative concept of Raintree Restaurants serving exquisite and modern selections of locally sourced and outright Filipino cuisine with modern impressions. Here, you can explore the Philippines through your palate with dishes from the different regions of the archipelago. Kabila is prominently located at the Ayala Museum Complex just beside (‘Kabila’ is the local translation for ‘the other side’) Museum Café, also under Raintree. Kabila is like a world-class showcase of Filipino ingenuity in terms of cuisine and artistry as the restaurant’s design incorporates native Filipino crafts with a very 21st century vibe. And yes, the sophistication of the traditional also translates to the menu offered […]
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  • Makati Avenue
  • Makati
  • Filipino
    • Sincerity Café and Restaurant in Binondo: Home of the Mouthwatering Sincerity Fried Chicken

    Sincerity Café and Restaurant in Binondo: Home of the Mouthwatering Sincerity Fried Chicken

    Sincerity Café and Restaurant serves delectable Chinese eats and the famous Sincerity Chicken.
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  • Binondo
  • Chinatown
  • Chinatown x Divisoria Restaurant 2020
  • Chinese
  • Chinatown x Divisoria Restaurant 2020
    • Dong Bei Dumpling in Binondo Serves Delectable Dumplings and Chinese Favorites

    Dong Bei Dumpling in Binondo Serves Delectable Dumplings and Chinese Favorites

    Binondo's Dong Bei Dumpling serves up delicious Chinese favorites that are worth the journey!
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  • Manila
  • Binondo
  • Chinatown
  • Chinatown x Divisoria Restaurant 2020
  • Chinese
  • Chinatown x Divisoria Restaurant 2020
    • Quick Snack (CLOSED)

    Quick Snack (CLOSED)

    UPDATED as of January 15, 2019: This restaurant is CLOSED. Quick Snack is located along the quaint street of Carvajal in Binondo Chinatown which is reminiscent of the old Hong Kong market alleys. No cars can pass the narrow streets of Carvajal. Be prepared for a long walk although the effort will definitely be worth it upon arriving at Quick Snack. Interior Start with Kuchay Ah, which simply are chives in Chinese. It is a fried pastry with chives as its filling. It is pretty delicious and can easily be eaten; it’s literally a quick snack. Kuchay Ah And then delve into the Indonesian Tauhu which looks like a mystery dish […]
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  • Manila
  • Binondo
  • Chinatown
  • Chinese
    • The Original Salido Restaurant in Binondo Serves Flavorful Chinese Specialties

    The Original Salido Restaurant in Binondo Serves Flavorful Chinese Specialties

    The Original Salido introduces you to the diversity of Chinese cuisine, which is one important component of China's rich culture.
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  • Binondo
  • Chinatown
  • Chinatown x Divisoria Restaurant 2020
  • Chinese
  • Chinatown x Divisoria Restaurant 2020
    • Brotzeit® German Bier Bar & Restaurant

    Brotzeit® German Bier Bar & Restaurant

    The biggest consequence one could think of when leaving home for work or any other reason is missing home itself. This is what a group of friends from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland felt. They longed for their home so much they decided to open a restaurant that would eventually heal their homesickness especially their longing for Bavarian food and beverages. Brotzeit which originally began in Singapore opened its first store in the Philippines last 2013 at Edsa Shangri-La Mall. The name of the restaurant comes from two German words: Brot for bread and Zeit for time, and when combined, expresses an invitation for a meal. Thus, making it a direct […]
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  • Mandaluyong
  • Bar and Resto
  • Shangri-La Plaza
  • German
  • Bar and Resto
    • Stella Wood Fired Bistro

    Stella Wood Fired Bistro

    Roasted and Fired Up at STELLA Stella is a wood fire bistro located at Bonifacio High Street where you can savor a fresh cuisine of West Coast, the Mediterranean, and South America. The dishes are cooked using natural wood, a cooking technique that allows the flavor aromas to bloom. Dig-in to their Black Pepper Crab Cream (P295) a light and refreshing pasta consisting of malagos pecorino and a fresh lemon that makes the difference. Taste the difference of a wood fire pizza such as their Cured Bacon (P350) consisting of double smoked bacon, maple cured, carbonara cream, and eggs. Enjoy a heartful snack with their Piri Piri Chilean Mussels (P550) […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Greek & Mediterranean
    • Masuki in Binondo Serves Timeless Chinese Favorites

    Masuki in Binondo Serves Timeless Chinese Favorites

    With at least 90 years in service, Masuki never ceases to serve the best Chinese dishes in Binondo.
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  • Manila
  • Chinatown
  • Chinatown x Divisoria Restaurant 2020
  • Chinese
  • Chinatown x Divisoria Restaurant 2020
    • Calderon

    Calderon

    Say ‘Hola!’ to one of Makati’s Spanish mainstays!
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  • Feature of the Month
  • Makati
  • Pasig
  • San Juan
  • Spanish 2017
  • Spanish
  • Feature of the Month
  • Spanish 2017
    • Patio de Conchita

    Patio de Conchita

    A quaint restaurant, Patio de Conchita— takes the carenderia concept to a whole new level and is charmingly located in a Spanish house in Intramuros, Manila. Its ambiance and cheap price have made it a favorite amongst the workers and students in the area during lunchtime. The process of ordering is called turo-turo where customers point with their fingers which food they want on their plate. Patio de Conchita serves everyday Filipino dishes and with the myriad of choices, customers can keep coming back and get something new each time. Patio de Conchita may not boast the same sophistication as the upscale establishments around Intramuros, but the cheap price tag […]
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  • Manila
  • Intramuros
  • Filipino
    • Marso Café and Restaurant

    Marso Café and Restaurant

    Get your money’s worth with affordable and delightful meals at Marso Café and Restaurant located at Intramuros, Manila. Marso serves classic Filipino dishes paired with classic Filipino desserts. A quintessential dish in any Filipino household is the Pancit Bihon that is believed to grant people with a longer lifespan, it has become a tradition to serve this dish during celebrations. Pancit Bihon/Canton Guisado (P120)   Sizzled in perfection, the Sizzling Seafood is a mainstay dish for any occasion. Topped with seafoods such as shrimp and squid, this dish is perfect partner for a bottle of beer. Sizzling Seafood (P155)   Don’t forget to order the Halo-halo, a classic Filipino dessert. […]
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  • Manila
  • Intramuros
  • Filipino
    • 9 Spoons and Sky Deck View Bar in Bayleaf Intramuros

    9 Spoons and Sky Deck View Bar in Bayleaf Intramuros

    Dine at 9 Spoons—a chic and elegant restaurant located at the penthouse of the Bayleaf Hotel serving heritage dishes. Those seeking for an al fresco dining experience can opt for the Sky Deck View Bar (given that it’s not raining) where guests can enjoy their food with the panoramic view of the Manila skyline.     And for those looking to fill their hungry tummies—a buffet lunch is offered from Mondays thru Fridays at 9 Spoons, whilst a dinner buffet is also present and is best enjoyed in the Sky Deck accompanied with live performances suited to complement the dining experience of the guests.     Enjoy this sumptuous buffet […]
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  • Manila
  • Bar and Resto
  • Intramuros
  • Romantic Restaurants 2017
  • Filipino
  • Bar and Resto
  • Romantic Restaurants 2017
    • CaliBurger

    CaliBurger

    California-styled burgers and sandwiches right within our very own metro. CaliBurger is an international brand of US burger joints established in California known for its “Cali-inspired” burgers, sandwiches, fries and milkshakes. It offers premium burgers made from select fresh ingredients and 100% pure beef worth raving about. The good news is, CaliBurger Philippines currently has two outlets, one in Century City Mall Makati and another in Timog Quezon City serving both the south and north parts of the metro.     Cali Burger in Century City Mall has some cool semblance of sunny California (of course!) with a modern, stylish design and a free spirit vibe. It has a nautical […]
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  • Makati
  • Quezon City
  • Desserts
  • American
  • Burger
  • Desserts
    • Rafaelle Woodfired Pizza

    Rafaelle Woodfired Pizza

    Delve in a gastronomic western journey at The Raffaele Woodfired Pizza located in the 3rd floor of The Bayleaf Intramuros where guests can enjoy a sumptuous feast of Western comfort food.     Start the meal with a delectable dose of Gamberetti consisting of white shrimps drenched in a mouth-watering sauce consisting of preserved lemons, garlic, chili, and an ingredient that adds twist—almonds.     Gamberetti (P380)   Living to its name “woodfired”, Raffaele serves guests the quintessential Florentine dish—The Bistecca, a carnivorous Florentine steak that has been cooked to perfection using a wood-fired oven.   Bistecca (P1,700)   The dining experience won’t be complete without another quintessential dish—pizza! The […]
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  • Intramuros
  • Italian 2017
  • Pizza
  • Seafood
  • Italian
  • Italian 2017
  • Pizza
  • Seafood
    • FAT Restaurant

    FAT Restaurant

    Unique Concept, Substantial Flavors One of Manila’s breakthrough restaurants centrally located in Burgos Circle in Bonifacio Global City offers the quirky concept of comfort and unapologetic food combined. FAT (yes, the unhealthy stuff) Restaurant has been creating buzz among the growing foodies population in the metro. This new fat-themed restaurant helmed by Chef Khel Zaguirre of the famous Locavore in Kapitolyo Pasig City introduces popular all-time favorite dishes with interesting twists that are rich and tasty in a substantial way. The look of this modern 2-floor restaurant is simple, stripped-down, and straightforward with a contemporary feel. Its themed paintings, plain tables and wooden chairs and subdued hanging lamps give the diner a […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Concept dining
  • Filipino
  • Concept dining
    • Ilustrado in Intramuros

    Ilustrado in Intramuros

    Experience the beautiful flavors of the Spanish-Filipino cuisine inside Ilustrado, one of the best restaurants in the Walled City of Manila.
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  • Feature of the Month
  • Intramuros
  • Intramuros 2018
  • Spanish 2017
  • Filipino
  • Spanish
  • Feature of the Month
  • Intramuros 2018
  • Spanish 2017
    • Yvan Navy

    Yvan Navy

    A one-stop diner for burger and shawarma cravings—Yvan Navy is located in IntraMall at Intramuros serving workers and students alike with guilty pleasure comfort food. From exterior to interior—Yvan Navy is a no-nonsense comfort food place. Get your fix with a Quarter Pounder, and don’t forget to drizzle some hot sauce on it for that kick. Quarter Pounder (P100) Yvan Navy gets jam-packed during peak hours, so the best time to go would be in the afternoon when the crowd is not as heavy.
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  • Manila
  • Intramuros
  • Burger
    • Barbara’s

    Barbara’s

    Celebrate the rich history of the Philippines in the company of delectable food in Barbara’s—located at Intramuros where the seat of government used to reign. Guests can immerse themselves in the charm of the centuries past with Barbara’s Spanish colonial interiors while savoring the Spanish-Filipino cuisine accompanied by live music and traditional Filipino dance. Barbara offers a lunch buffet and a dinner buffet, but guests can also opt for the ala carte menu. A recommended dish is the Chicken Flambe—infused with the aroma of spirits by bursting it into flames. Chicken Flambe (P490) Head to the cafe after a sumptuous meal and enjoy a cup of coffee—a good and relaxing […]
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  • Manila
  • Intramuros
  • Filipino
    • Bondi & Bourke in Makati: A Place for All Things Aussie

    Bondi & Bourke in Makati: A Place for All Things Aussie

    The new Aussie food joint’s very name screams Australia as it comes from Sydney’s popular Bondi Beach and the Bourke Street line of restaurants.
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  • Legazpi Village
  • Makati
  • Legaspi Village Restaurant 2019
  • Australian
  • Legaspi Village Restaurant 2019
    • Spring by Ha Yuan

    Spring by Ha Yuan

    Enjoy a modern twist to Chinese cuisine at Spring by Ha Yuan located in the vibrant Legazpi Village. Spring by Ha Yuan’s concept is simple, it offers a fresh take on Chinese classics. This no-nonsense diner creates and provides lighter and healthier versions of traditional Chinese favorites that today’s generation of foodies can easily appreciate. Formosa (Taiwanese) Lumpia (P95) Spring by Ha Yuan’s menu makes you feel like being in Chinatown except that you need not go there because the food is as good here – authentic, modern, healthy, innovative, easy on the pocket, just the perfect ingredients to satisfy your Chinese food cravings. Classic Hong Ba Cua Pao (P70) […]
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  • Legazpi Village
  • Makati
  • Chinese
    • Bistro Pamana in Makati Offers Timeless Dishes and Old-Fashioned Filipino Dining Experience

    Bistro Pamana in Makati Offers Timeless Dishes and Old-Fashioned Filipino Dining Experience

    Bistro Pamana, located along Perea in Legaspi Village, offers an old-fashioned yet sophisticated Filipino dining experience with its timeless dishes and heirloom recipes that have been preserved and passed on by generations.
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  • Legazpi Village
  • Makati
  • Filipino Food & Restaurant Guide 2020
  • Legaspi Village Restaurant 2019
  • Filipino
  • Filipino Food & Restaurant Guide 2020
  • Legaspi Village Restaurant 2019
    • One Way Street Restaurant

    One Way Street Restaurant

    Inspired by the one-way streets of Legazpi Village is One Way. An Italian restaurant whose frontage is painted black and white meant to mimic the colors of a one-way sign. And it is worthwhile to take the way that leads here because it is a dining destination that is sure to please diners in more ways than one. The black-and-white theme follows inside the interiors of the restaurant. One Way is a corner lot making it spacious enough to hold small gatherings. It offers an authentic Italian experience at the heart of Legazpi Village with its fine menu, good service, and characteristic, stylish décor. Seafood Cioppino (P290). Distinct appetizer containing […]
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  • Legazpi Village
  • Makati
  • Italian
    • Your Local in Legaspi Village: A New Take on the Familiar Flavors of Asia

    Your Local in Legaspi Village: A New Take on the Familiar Flavors of Asia

    Giving a new take on familiar flavors, Your Local is able to draw foodies in its abode with an Asian fusion cuisine that makes its customers come back for more! Find out more about it with Philippine Primer.
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  • Legazpi Village
  • Makati
  • Legaspi Village Restaurant 2019
  • Fusion
  • Legaspi Village Restaurant 2019
    • Laid Back Café G at Taal

    Laid Back Café G at Taal

    Café G is homey café at the heritage town of Taal in Batangas where one can peacefully revel with a cup of coffee. It’s also an ideal resting place for those who just finished the Taal Heritage Tour and are looking for a place of refuge. If you find yourself exploring the beauty of Taal then spend your time at Café G—a cozy café serving entrees to light meals ranging from pies, snack platters, sandwiches, pasta, and a good selection of refreshing drinks—totally a place to be after a tiring day exploring Taal. Café G’s interiors is welcoming making guests feel at home the moment they step-in. Its ambiance is […]
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  • Batangas
  • Cafe
  • Filipino
  • Cafe
    • Taal Bayview Bistro

    Taal Bayview Bistro

    Albeit not necessarily a bistro in its physical form, the cozy restaurant Taal Bistro in Taal, Batangas remains to be one of the favorite luncheon spots by tourists and locals alike famed for their hearty home cooked dishes and relaxing ambiance. A spacious and grandeur facade that has more to offer inside including great food and service The establishment can seat around 500, ideal for hosting wedding receptions and other banquets. But let’s talk about what really makes Taal Bistro stand out: their food. Bistro Chicken. The secret behind this amazing chicken is the marinade sauce that coats the chicken, hints of oyster and sugar for that distinct sweetness makes […]
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  • Batangas
  • Filipino