{"id":8716,"date":"2015-05-28T17:25:41","date_gmt":"2015-05-28T09:25:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/primer.com.ph\/restaurant\/?p=8716"},"modified":"2025-10-09T14:46:54","modified_gmt":"2025-10-09T06:46:54","slug":"antonios-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/location\/philippines\/tagaytay\/antonios-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Antonio’s in Tagaytay: Hidden Gem for First-Rate Steak and Fine Dining Experience"},"content":{"rendered":"

Hidden in Tagaytay\u2019s beautiful backdrop of greenery is a fine-dining restaurant inside a grandiose Spanish colonial-style house known for its first-rate steak and splendid dining experience.<\/span><\/p>\n

Antonio\u2019s <\/b>was established in November 2002 by Chef Antonio \u201cTonyboy\u201d Escalante<\/strong> who wanted to have a place to entertain his friends and still do what he loves\u2014cooking. It was hailed as one of the country\u2019s best, an integral part in transforming Tagaytay from a weekend getaway to a gastronomic destination. With this, Antonio’s became Tagaytay’s signature fine dining destination.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The whole restaurant speaks for itself as it exudes a one of a kind elegance in every corner of the room from the chandelier, fine wood furnishings, and refined tableware.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Antonio’s take pride in their dry-aged steak\u2014an exceptional fare to try at Antonio\u2019s. Their steaks are stored in a custom-designed dry-aging cooler where the meat goes through the process of dry aging.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Antonio’s custom-designed dry-aging cooler for steaks<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Like wine, dry-aging improves the quality of the steak\u2019s flavor, making <\/span>it taste better with time. As the beef ages, the moisture is drawn out while the enzymes tenderize the meat, which brings out sophisticated notes such as hazelnut and blue cheese.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Additionally, the steaks are grilled in their own charcoal oven which combines the charcoal grill and convection oven in one.<\/span><\/p>\n

A must-try from their entree is the <\/span>40 Days Dry Aged Charcoal Grilled Angus Prime Rib Eye Steak<\/b>, a sizzling 700 grams of tender-aged Angus rib-eye beef served with eight (8) different condiments to choose from, including red wine & rosemary salt, pickled garlic, Antonio’s steak sauce, dehydrated chimichurri, chili flakes, gorgonzola hollandaise, horseradish, and Dijon mustard.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"40 Days Dry-Aged Charcoal Grilled Angus Prime Ribeye Steak (Php 12,000)<\/span><\/i><\/span><\/p>\n

Each slice of meat emanates a full-bodied smokey flavor and fire aroma that will surely entice you to have some more. Adding a touch of crisp to the meat are the potato chips on top. <\/span>Their steaks come with a choice of salad, soup, dessert, and coffee or tea. <\/span><\/p>\n

Alternatively, you may also try their Roast Lamb Loin<\/strong>, served with caramelized onion and garlic puree, orzo with aubergine, capsicum, black olives, walnuts, and herbs.<\/p>\n

\"\"Roast Lamb Loin (Php 3,500) \/ IMAGE from Antonio’s Facebook page<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

A great starter to pair with the steak is their Baked Burrata in Phyllo<\/strong> salad, made with poached orange, pear, balsamic reduction, mesclun, and peach vinaigrette for that delightful balance of creamy, tangy, and fresh flavors.<\/p>\n

\"\"Baked Burrata in Phyllo \/ IMAGE from Antonio’s Facebook page<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

To conclude your exquisite meal, indulge in the Mixed Berries Mille Feuille<\/strong>, a delicate pastry layered with fresh, vibrant berries, rich vanilla cream, and a luscious chocolate sauce. This dessert offers a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, with the flaky layers providing a satisfying crunch that beautifully complements the sweet, creamy filling and the tartness of the berries.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Mixed Berries Mille Feuille \/ IMAGE from Antonio’s Facebook page<\/span><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

As the flagship restaurant of Antonio\u2019s Group of Restaurants, Antonio\u2019s has retained its elegance and refined setting for guests\u2019 important life milestones for years.\u00a0<\/span>The <\/span>Lanai Lounge<\/b> or alfresco area is the perfect place for diners to feel the warmth of the late afternoon while sipping a fine cocktail such as Antonio\u2019s Frozen Granny Smith Mojito<\/strong> and Frozen Mango Citrus Margarita<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Guests are even allowed to book the entire restaurant for exclusive events as early as a year in advance. Special life occasions such as weddings and intimate parties are also welcome at the Lanai Lounge or at the 150-seater events spaces called <\/span>The Cabana<\/b>. They also have a new garden space, perfect for outdoor celebrations.<\/span><\/p>\n

Diners are required to make a reservation which can be made up to two months in advance from the calendar date. Also, take note of their smart casual dress code.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"IMAGE from Philippine Primer<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"IMAGE from Antonio’s Facebook page<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

How to get here<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n