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El Cocinero by Chef Arnaldo

El Cocinero by Chef Arnaldo

– Situated in the heart of Nasugbu town proper and just in front of St. Xavier Parish church is a little Spanish restaurant owned by Chef Arnaldo Limeta. With 14 years of living in Ibiza, Spain, he brought home his own take of the best Paella Valenciana the town has ever tasted. El Cocinero has made quite a name for itself with its high quality food and understated yet refreshing ambiance. The ingredients are all fresh and perfectly mixed together, providing for a mouth-watering experience. They also have excellent tapas, pizcado and paellas, all at very reasonable prices. The restaurant can only seat 20 people, so make sure to reserve […]
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  • Batangas
  • Spanish
    • Kainan sa Dalampasigan

    Kainan sa Dalampasigan

    – Entering the establishment Kainan sa Dalampasigan is almost like stepping inside a secret garden straight out of the story books. With rosal, ilang-ilang and sampaguita abound, one could easily imagine being a character in a fairytale. Owned by Normita Limjoco-Lucas, affectionately known as Tita Baby, and the brainchild of her mother Teodora (Lola Doray) Limjoco, the place has thrived from its humble beginnings. Previously a court for the sport pelota (a ball game played in a walled court with basket-like rackets attached to the hand) and a watering hole for thirsty players, the place has evolved throughout the years and became what it is now today: a haven away […]
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  • Batangas
  • Filipino
    • Pico Restaurant and Bar

    Pico Restaurant and Bar

    Located at the lobby of the Pico Sands Hotel, Pico Restaurant and Bar is a 24-hour food place that specializes in local Filipino dishes, as well as Mediterranean cuisine. They have an extensive menu, from breakfast, lunch and dinner meals up to your favorite drinks. You can choose to dine inside or al fresco to enjoy the beautiful view of Pico de Loro. – Bulalosso (P 1,700, serves 4) is beef bone marrow cooked osso bucco style and is slow cooked for hours. It is either served with rice or pasta. – Their Margheritta pizza (P325) uses freshly stewed tomatoes and mozzarella.    
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  • Batangas
  • Bar and Resto
  • Filipino
  • Greek & Mediterranean
  • Bar and Resto
    • My Bro’s Mustache Folk Bar

    My Bro’s Mustache Folk Bar

    Let this place take you back to that Golden Age of Rock and Roll. With its unique 70’s theme and bar, My Bro’s Mustache Folk Bar has been a popular hangout with the locals since its opening back in 2001. The place screams “Retro!” with its decor and ’70s music booming in the stereos. Many people come to see the live performances of the Juan dela Cruz band, often called the “Pioneer of Philippine Rock and Roll”. Their Sizzling Pork Sisig with Egg (P195) is well-suited with a bottle of beer. If you want to come and have a dish cooked flambé-style right in front of your eyes then try […]
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  • Quezon City
  • Bar and Resto
  • Bar and Resto
    • Crust Brick Oven Pizza

    Crust Brick Oven Pizza

    – A restaurant born out of necessity for thick crust pizzas in a thin pizza crust-dominated market, Ingga Cabangon Chua decided to make his Neapolitan “no borders” pizza restaurant a reality. Not laying a claim on any authentic anything, Crust Brick Oven Pizza plays with toppings, giving way to fun and creative pizzas good to eat. Having no branches at the moment, but open to the idea of franchising, the place can accommodate up to 45 guests inside and an additional of 20-30 guests plus the garden area. Ingga believes that Crust stands out from the rest because of the quality of their pizzas. Baked in a brick oven, they […]
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  • Batangas
  • Pizza
  • Pizza
    • Chesa Bianca

    Chesa Bianca

    Leave it to the Swiss to perfect the art of cheese! If one wants an impeccable selection of Swiss cheese fondue, marinated meat and impressive wine lists, Chesa Bianca along Yakal Street is the perfect place to spend a luxurious afternoon with family and friends off a gourmet adventure! Under the same company group as Säntis Delicatessen, Chesa Bianca brings the taste of the Alps to the locals with premier Swiss cooking done by a real Swiss chef. Add to that the homey, wooden interior that emphasizes the Swiss’ love for details that they believe enhances the flavor of the food. – – The latest addition to their offerings is […]
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  • Makati
  • Swiss
    • Echo Café

    Echo Café

    – – Hear the echoes of a sound mind in a sound body at Echo Café. With the head offices at Serendra and Salcedo, Echo Café set as a pro-organic ingredients shop. It is under the concept of ECHO Sustainable Lifestyle concept. ECHO stands for “Environment & Community Hope Organization”, promoting living in a sustainable lifestyle under “conscious and caring consumerism”. They grow organic vegetables in their private farms in the Amadeo provinces of Cavite and are selling them to various suppliers. These vegetables are also used as ingredients for the food offered in the menu at the café. The café is also Echo Store’s contribution to promoting the hard […]
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  • Quezon City
  • Cafe
  • Healthy/Organic
  • Cafe
  • Healthy/Organic
    • La Vie Parisienne

    La Vie Parisienne

      NO NEED TO FLY. Now, one can eat authentic French confectionery! – Vive la France! A delicacy shop that also provides wine all ordered from France, La Vie Parisienne is the place of wine, pastry, ham and cheese for Francophiles in Quezon City! It is a must-see place if you want to buy premium quality wine. They have 150 types of wine in their cellar, price ranging from P250 to P10,000. For a casual evening or dinner, the sweet and fruity Shanpelino (P290) is the perfect companion. – EFFERVESCENT. Shanpelino (P290) available in different flavors. – Their delectable Croissant (P55), delicious crescent-shaped pastry and Macaron (P49), a meringue-based dessert […]
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  • Quezon City
  • Bakery and Sweets
  • Tomas Morato
  • Bakery and Sweets
    • The Smoking Joint: Southern Pride!

    The Smoking Joint: Southern Pride!

    The long strip of Aguirre Avenue in BF Homes is a haven for foodies down south. The new kid on the block has just arrived and has packed a whole lot of punch (and spice!) with it! The Smoking Joint is changing up the barbecue game with their tasty low and slow cooked specialties! – HIGH ON BARBECUE. From outside, you can already smell what’s cooking on the grill! – The Smoking Joint may just be on soft opening but it seems like they have got it all figured out. The restaurant’s small space is maximized with strategically set tables and stools. Outside, a couple of tables are also set and […]
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  • Parañaque
  • BF Homes
  • Steakhouse
  • Steakhouse
    • Casa Verde

    Casa Verde

    Despite the Spanish-sounding name, Casa Verde is an all-out American food shop located on the second floor of UP Town Center. Stepping inside the place, it gives out the typical American casual dining vibe. Add to that the huge servings their menu offers, reminiscent of the American food lifestyle where bigger is better. Their bestseller boasting with a tagline “Once you taste me, you’ll never forget me,” Brian’s Ribs (P250) are pork ribs baked to perfection, using meat imported from the United States, served with sweet sauce, rice and a side dish of corn and carrots. – – For dessert, Lauren’s Lava (P188) would be the definite choice. Good for […]
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  • Quezon City
  • American
    • Backyard Kitchen + Brew in UP Town Center

    Backyard Kitchen + Brew in UP Town Center

    Have a taste of the food that brings all the boys in the backyard. Located on the second floor of UP Town Center, Backyard Manila is out to invite everyone to their backyard for a food fix. With an inviting wooden interior reminiscent of a picnic done in the backyard, this dining restaurant is stylish and cozy at the same time. Any trip to the place is worth it once you try their meat dishes, which are highly recommended if you are in search of a filling meal. HOLY COW. Backyard Burger (Php 285) –Their Backyard Burger is made with 100% beef patty using cow shoulder meat: brisket and chuck. […]
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  • Quezon City
  • American
  • Burger
    • Zipang

    Zipang

    Zipang brings the Japanese flavor nearer as one can now enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine as prepared by a Japanese chef. The classic sushi and the tempura, popular B-class gourmet food in Japan, can now be availed without going out of the country. – JUST LIKE THE ORIGINAL. Zipang guarantees the authentic Japanese food experience to anyone who would try their menu. – Recommended from their menu is their Sanzokuyaki (P300), a Nagano specialty of chicken marinated in soy, sake and garlic, deep-fried until golden. It is a house special of Zipang. If one is craving for fish, one must order their Shake Shioyaki (P250), which is buttered and grilled salmon […]
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  • Quezon City
  • Japanese
    • Packo’s Restaurant & Bar

    Packo’s Restaurant & Bar

    Already in the business for 15 years, Packo’s Restaurant & Bar, be it noon or night, is crowded with many locals. It has become a hangout for friends, serving Philippine cuisine in their menu. Also, Packo’s boasts of snacks, finger food, and seafood noodle dishes. The casual atmosphere of the establishment is perfect for drinking parties with close friends. Since it is open for 24 hours, it is convenient to buy food, especially cravings late at night. Packo’s Boneless Crispy Pata (P468) is a popular choice to order. – MEAT UP! Packo’s Boneless Crispy Pata (P468) –
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  • Quezon City
  • Bar and Resto
  • Bar and Resto
    • Geum SuJang

    Geum SuJang

    – A new Korean restaurant on the block, Geum Sujang opened last February 2015 on Tomas Morato. With the head office located in South Korea, it was long since founded, dating back to 1974. On a mission to provide a wide variety of Korean food, they are notable for their eel and beef. The secret to a more memorable experience is the sesame oil, garlic and special chili sauce that gives a sour and spicy taste. Their Grilled Eel is highly recommended, such as the Eel Sushi Roll (P350). Their Korean BBQ classic is also a bestseller. – SMOKIN’ HOT. Grilled Eel. (1 kg / P2, 100)  
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  • Quezon City
  • Korean
    • Victorino’s

    Victorino’s

    – Victorino’s — bringing the taste of the Ilocos region to you.   Want to travel to Ilocandia but does not have the money to do so? Worry no more! If you have a penchant for the cuisine of the Ilocos Region, Victorino’s right here in Manila would gladly bring them to you. With a remodeled store that evokes a cozy, home-y feel and styled with antiques, stepping inside Victorino’s is like the closest way to the real thing!  – Poqui-Poqui (P170) – One of the Ilocano food favorites on their menu is the Poqui-Poqui (P170), a combination of crushed grilled eggplant, tomatoes, beaten egg and onion sautéed altogether. It is […]
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  • Quezon City
  • Filipino
    • Luna J Filipino Gastropub

    Luna J Filipino Gastropub

    A lot of Philippine cuisine restaurants are opening all year round. One of them is Luna J Filipino Gastropub, serving up the popular fried diced pig delicacy “bagnet”. This, combined with another Filipino favorite food gives us Kare-Kareng Bagnet (P320). Combined with tomato and singkamas, bagnet produces a refreshing flavor. The best part? It’s either P320 or less. – CRAVINGS. Bagnet (P320), part of the Filipino cuisine –
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  • Quezon City
  • Tomas Morato
  • Filipino
    • Zaan Japanese Tea House in QC: A Japanese Home Cooking Bistro

    Zaan Japanese Tea House in QC: A Japanese Home Cooking Bistro

    You can find solace at Zaan Japanese Tea House as it reflects comfort and style in both the interior and food.
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  • Quezon City
  • Quezon City Restaurant 2019
  • Japanese
  • Quezon City Restaurant 2019
    • SUNDAYS

    SUNDAYS

    Come spend a Sunday with Sundays! SUNDAYS is perfect in a Sunday with friends and family, boasting of cute, sunny retro garden décor. Their menu offers all-American food in affordable prices with a price range of P95 to P535. – NOT FOR THE WEAK OF HEART. Classic Roasted Chicken (P399) – Their Classic Roasted Chicken (P399) browned to perfection would keep mouths watering. Add the soft and juicy meat perfect with a size of mashed potatoes, vegetables or gravy. For dessert, one should opt to have Skillet Smores (P185), you would have the chance to put chocolate and marshmallows on a cracker. – CAMPFIRE TREAT. Skillet Smores (P185) – LINGERS […]
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  • Quezon City
  • American
    • Cat Café Manila in Maginhawa, QC

    Cat Café Manila in Maginhawa, QC

    This café is permanently closed. IT’S A CAT! It’s a cat!  – Cat Café Manila all started when Anna Calvo took a cat from a shelter two years ago. From there, together with the experience of having visited a cat café in Japan, she began to be keen on opening a cat café of her own. In partnership with CARA (Compassion and Responsibility for Animals), the café gave around ten stray cats a home in the form of a café, each greeting a new customer with an affectionate purr. To keep everyone’s peace of mind, the cats were vaccinated from disease. If there is a favorite among the cats, it is […]
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  • Quezon City
  • Cafe
  • Concept dining
  • Maginhawa
  • Cafe
  • Concept dining
    • Hooch

    Hooch

    The masterminds behind the casual fine dining restaurant LULU created a new bar in town! Hooch is a stylish bar located beside LULU on the Ground Floor of V Corporate Centre along L.P. Leviste St. This bar definitely reflects Lulu’s alter ego, its interior filled with dimmed lights, soft midnight blue velvet couches, and glass windows. Both foreign and local bartenders man the bar on different nights. What takes Hooch apart from the other bars in Makati is their dedication in using fresh ingredients. Their cocktail syrups and garnishes are all homemade and they never use any form of preservative. We recommend the Harajuku cocktail, which is a mix of […]
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  • Salcedo Village
  • Makati
  • Bar and Resto
  • Bar and Resto
    • Antonio’s in Tagaytay: Hidden Gem for First-Rate Steak and Fine Dining Experience

    Antonio’s in Tagaytay: Hidden Gem for First-Rate Steak and Fine Dining Experience

    Hidden in Tagaytay’s beautiful backdrop of greeneries is a fine dining restaurant inside a grandiose Spanish colonial-style house known for its first-rate steak and splendid dining experience.
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  • Tagaytay
  • Tagaytay 2019
  • Tagaytay Restaurant 2019
  • Filipino
  • Tagaytay 2019
  • Tagaytay Restaurant 2019
    • La Creperie: Modern France of Salcedo, Makati

    La Creperie: Modern France of Salcedo, Makati

    To satisfy your crepe craving, head on down to La Creperie! With perfect ambiance plus amazing plates of crepes, what more can you ask for?
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  • Salcedo Village
  • Makati
  • Cafe
  • French 2018
  • French
  • Cafe
  • French 2018
    • Il Ponticello

    Il Ponticello

    This comeback from the 90s has a few new tricks up their sleeves. The moment you enter the second floor of the Antel 2000 Building, you will instantly see (and smell!) Il Ponticello. – REBIRTH TO THE 21st CENTURY. A more minimalistic logo for the new Il Ponticello. (Photo from EricJaz Foodies) – Il Ponticello is an Italian restaurant that has been operational since the 1990s. With the changing times and in hopes of rising to popularity again, the restaurant tweaked their menu up with new pizza and pasta dishes. Sure enough, in 2014, Il Ponticello started to gain much attention and has been dubbed as one of Makati’s hidden […]
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  • Salcedo Village
  • Makati
  • Bar and Resto
  • Italian
  • Bar and Resto
    • C ’Italian in Salcedo

    C ’Italian in Salcedo

    Love pizza but looking for something different from the usual brick-oven pizza? Roll on down to C’Italian’s at L’Ermitage Bldg, in Leviste St., cor. Toledo St., in Salcedo, Makati and try their panizzas! – ROLLED UP AND READY! Panizza prepared for your hungry self. – Panizza is made of soft and thin dough, which is very popular in Italy. Instead of munching on it upon its arrival to your table, you have to perform specific steps in order to enjoy it. First, you grab a slice from the horizontally sliced panizza. Second, grab a good amount of arugula and alfalfa and position it nicely on your panizza. Lastly, roll your […]
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  • Salcedo Village
  • Makati
  • Italian
    • The Market in Makati Offers Quality, Fresh Needs

    The Market in Makati Offers Quality, Fresh Needs

    Located at the Tiffany Place in Salcedo Village, The Market offers an array of food choices--from ham and cheese sandwiches and wine to European instant and canned goods.
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  • Salcedo Village
  • Makati
  • Market
  • Market
    • Sabao

    Sabao

    UPDATE: Sabao has already closed. Sinigang, tinola and bulalo – these are soup-based classics made special in Sabao, a Filipino restaurant in Signa Designer Residences. – Binakol (P295) – Your favorite soupy dishes are given special treatment here. The sabaw (soup) is created using meat simmered for 16 hours, giving the chicken, pork or beef stock a rich natural taste. The vegetables and other ingredients are prepared separately, ensuring that they are still of best quality when served. Savor your favorite dish from the menu with a cup of brown, red or garlic rice. If you’re not too keen on rice, go a bit unconventional and add glass or Chinese […]
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  • Salcedo Village
  • Makati
  • Filipino
    • CLOSED: Project Pie Valero

    CLOSED: Project Pie Valero

    (UPDATE: This restaurant is closed. ) The very famous make-your-own-pizza and all-you-can-eat pizza joint, Project Pie, opened a branch in Salcedo last October, 2014. – – Located at the 2nd floor, Project Pie has the nicest interiors you’ll ever see with a stylish cafe design. Your pizza can be baked inside a large pizza oven with the toppings of your choice. The freshly baked crispy thin-sized pizza, called the No. 2 is their bestseller. – – The stylish interior and friendly staff are the reasons why people love coming back for more pizza madness.
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  • Salcedo Village
  • Makati
  • Pizza
  • Pizza
    • Pablo Bistro in Salcedo Village, Makati: An International Fusion of Flavors

    Pablo Bistro in Salcedo Village, Makati: An International Fusion of Flavors

    It seems like no one can keep up with Pablo Bistro's menu as the dishes change continuously in an effort to promise fresh local ingredients as well as variety.
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  • Philippines
  • Salcedo Village
  • Makati
  • Salcedo Village Restaurant 2019
  • European
  • Fusion
  • Salcedo Village Restaurant 2019
    • Bait’s by Chef Joseph Margate

    Bait’s by Chef Joseph Margate

    Experience fresh seafood fusion in the heart of Salcedo! A new seafood restaurant just celebrated their grand opening last March: Bait’s by Chef Joseph Margate! Located in Signa Designer Residences’ Ground Floor in Valero cor. Rufino St., this seafood kitchen is charging things up, one dish at a time! –   – Joseph Margate, alumni of the California Culinary Academy in San Francisco, brought a whole new twist to the seafood dining experience. Margate, who served three years in the W hotel in Seattle, is introducing to Manila his fusion between the Californian and French style of cooking. Gourmet Magazine featured him as one of the few Filipino chefs who […]
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  • Salcedo Village
  • Makati
  • Seafood
  • Seafood
    • Ark Café + Lounge

    Ark Café + Lounge

    Drinks, anyone? Located at the ground level of Classica 1 Condominium in H.V. Dela Costa St., Salcedo, Ark Café +Lounge is a perfect place to study or catch up with friends over a cup of coffee or a bottle of wine. Ark first opened their doors to their now-loyal patrons in April 2014. – Caption: GET ON THE ARK! Take only a few steps up to Ark Café + Lounge. – Ark’s minimalistic black and white interior has a very cozy appeal. Paintings and wine bottles adorn the walls, which gives the place a gallery sort of feel. – Caption: PIECE OF ART. Crisp and white walls decorated to perfection! […]
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  • Salcedo Village
  • Makati
  • Cafe
  • Cafe