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    Aplaya

    3.8 (18 reviews)
    PriceyBars, Italian, American
    Open 8:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)

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    APLAYA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Touristy
    DJ
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Arnel E.

    Our party of 12 got accommodated on the 2nd floor partitioned room, which had more space than the crowded ground floor. It had a beach view, but it didn't really matter with the moonless and cloudy night sky. Aplaya has lighting and decor, which looks really good in photos. We sipped through the refreshing happy hour BOGO Mai Tai, Sex on the Beach and Mojito. The group consisted of three families, so we pretty much ordered stuff to each his own. Our entrees were the Blackened Seafood Risotto 4/5, Mango and Shrimp Salad 5/5 and a Four Cheese Pizza 5/5. The salad was just enough for dinner to accompany the cocktails I've had. Great service and location. Truly a nice resto-bar within the Station 1 area of Boracay's White Beach.

    Tuna tartare
    Keentraveller 1.

    We were looking for a place to have dinner having been disappointed by the restaurant we had wanted to go to nearby. My sister suggested Aplaya as she had read about it. When we got there, we were warmly welcomed and also greeted by the owner. We sat upstairs which was nice and bright. I had the tuna tartare as my starter and the tuna onion pizza as my main. Both dishes were very good. The waitress was nice, having to go up and down the stairs due to an issue with the wine that we wanted not being available. Overall, a nice atmosphere for dinner on the beach.

    Spaghetti Carbonara delicious!
    Kevin C.

    Great location in Station 1 area on Boracay! Drinks & food were great! We will be back again.

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    Kevin B.

    Good food, great atmosphere! Near the middle of station 2, making it very central. Service was good, and the restaurant was fairly clean. Looks like a good place to get Drinks at night!

    KevinTawny T.

    Good Italian food, which is surprising for being in the Phils. Pricey as it is custom here to overcharge the tourists on White Beach. Good spot for people watching. Hookah is offered at the bar so if you don't like smoke, this place is not for you.

    Shona F.

    I was in boracay for 8 nights and I visited Aplaya 6 times! Loved the beach vibe, the drinks, food and location. The pizza is especially delicious - really authentic and light. Aplaya has happy hour (which is really happy hourS) from 4-9pm each night. You can get 2-4-1 San Miguel lights. Ideal for the boracay heat! Staff are friendly. Music is very Ibiza-esque (house). Toilets are relatively clean. You can order a sisha (so?) pipe if that's your thing. If you're on white beach make sure to check out aplaya!

    Great place at station one. The area outside at the beach has a great atmosphere. Good to know the DJ there is mixing Deephouse to Techhouse and no fucking mainstream boom boom Techno. You can order Italian food there. The quality is very good and the value for money is great. Try a pizza. It's delicious! The selection of drinks is huge. From a beer over cocktails, shakes & smoothies to simple water. The staff is well organizied and they have fun by doing thair job! GREAT PLACE! MUST DO :)

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    Ambiance was great. The food was good and service was fine. We ordered pasta, pizza and salad. Happy hour was the bomb!

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    Pricey as it is custom here to overcharge the tourists on White Beach.

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    Johnny Rocket - Better be worth the price!

    Johnny Rocket

    2.7(3 reviews)
    0.7 km

    Let me get this out there first - their burgers are expensive! There I said it!…read more Anyway, thenprice is worth it as they have really great tasting burgers! I tried out their Bacon Cheddar single and it was delicious! It was a bit oily so those with hypertension or those with high-cholesterol have to avoid or else they'd land in the hospital pretty soon. The place has this all American vive with vintage karaoke machine on display. Service is superb - fast and efficient plus the staff are really friendly! All in all, this is a good place to visit if you love premium burgers. They have all day burgers on sale starting at php129 on both weekdays and weekends so you might wanna check that out too. The only negative thing I can say about this burger joint is that it doesn't come cheap so be prepared to shell out around php500 (fries and refillable iced tea included). If you want to experience how premium burgers taste like, then by all means check Johnny Rocket out.

    Spend your money elsewhere, as it's definitely not worth it. We ordered chicken wings 5 pcs (200…read morepesos) with the hot sauce and the double cheddar burger (forgot the correct name already 599 pesos) and a water (65 pesos) The wings came and the taste was awful. 10 minutes later the burger and here the same. The meat was dry and no taste. The onions cut much too thick. The fries not crunchy at all. The worst thing the service charge was nowhere mentioned but at the end we paid 1010 pesos for that meal. Totally not recommended from our side.

    Supermagic Burgers - Couldn't go through with it, as starving as I was. The fries were great!

    Supermagic Burgers

    4.0(3 reviews)
    1.7 km
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    Supermagic Burgers is one of my favorite spots in Station X, if not in all of Boracay. There was a…read morepoint in the trip where I saw fellow Americans eating hot dogs and BLT's around town and thought "what a waste- they're not even eating Filipino food!!" After several days of burying my face in delicious sisig, adobo, and lechon, I realized that perhaps it wasn't such a cardinal sin to try American cuisine out here on the island. After trying Supermagic I'm glad we gave it a shot! The burgers and ice cream here are so friggen delicious. The burger was incredibly juicy and flavorful without being too salty. The homemade custard with cookie dough was of the perfect sweetness and smooth consistency, perfect after a day of soaking up the sun. Service was pretty slow, but then again everything is when I compare the pace to the breakneck speeds of home: San Francisco's crazed Financial District. Boracay is all about laying back and relaxing, so go in with the intention of laying back, people watching, and giving that juicy burger the right amount of time to cook!

    3 stars for decent fries and sweet iced tea, otherwise, it would have been 1 star. I ordered the…read moreUmami Burger The Burger was saltier than a salt lick! (That's how salty it was). I was famished from a day of activities and heard this place was decent. I must've caught it on a bad day. I don't think I could get past a second bite if I wasn't starving. Do better, Supermagic! You served a lackluster burger.

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    Supermagic Burgers - Homemade custard and cookie dough! So delicious!!

    Homemade custard and cookie dough! So delicious!!

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    Obama Grill - Superbowl Monday

    Obama Grill

    3.7(6 reviews)
    0.9 km
    ₱₱

    food is ok - but the music is boring…read more Karaoke music how many more words does Yelp think I need to provide to say that the music sucks..?

    why is it still a thing (not even closing in 2017 despite trumps taking office for his first term…read moreand not even closing in 2021 after biden was inaugurated), despite obama not being the president anymore? the food is mostly good except the misleading ones like "tuna belly" that the other person reviewed in 2022, the service is good, the people are okay. they should close on january 20 (january 19 american time) the day before trump gets inaugurated and renovate/rename it to be themed around trump. if they want to keep it open, it'll be one of the world's only places (along with the white house itself, grant park where mr.obama did the victory speech, various locations associated with dnc 2008/2012 or obama's rallies for both presidential and campaign, his presidential library in chicago opening soon, and finally his 2008 and 2012 campaign hqs) a reminder of obama's legacy and impact as the president. i wish there's a trump, biden, george w bush, or even a bill clinton grill somewhere the music they should play is unfitting, they should play obama's official theme song (city of blinding lights) and more obama-related songs like signed sealed delivered. some of the food should also be (added) obama's favorite american food like the ones they served at the white house for obama but now serve for mr.biden and eventually for trump starting in january

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    Vintana Cafe

    Vintana Cafe

    4.1(7 reviews)
    2.8 km

    Vintana ended up being one of our favorite meals in Boracay Island, especially since it's located…read moreright inside the Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa we were staying at. The restaurant has the most beautiful tropical view, lush greenery, open air, and such a relaxing island atmosphere. It honestly makes the meal even better. I ordered a burger with fries, and it was exactly what I was craving. The burger was juicy and flavorful with fresh toppings on a soft, lightly toasted sesame bun, and the fries were perfectly crispy and golden while still fluffy inside. The vibe is relaxed but elevated, and the service was friendly and attentive without feeling overbearing. It's an easy place to sit back, enjoy the view, and take your time. If you're staying at the Shangri-La or visiting the area, Vintana is absolutely worth a stop. It has great food, incredible views, and a spot you'd happily come back to.

    We took a vacation in Boracay, Philippines and stayed at Shangri-La for a few days. Aside from the…read moreamazing customer service from people who are always professional, the stunning views of the ocean and the island's beautiful beaches were breathtaking. The entire resort is relaxing and elegant, with a great view of the ocean, coupled with lush green coconut trees. But the experience would not be complete without the brunch buffet offered complimentary at Vintana. The restaurant has a relaxed yet elegant vibe, with a modern design that feels both welcoming and classy. The food is authentic, offering various cuisines, but primarily Filipino dishes that change from day to day. There are Filipino flavors and international dishes, as well as breakfast options like fresh fruit, pastries and many other choices. I had my all-time favorites, like Kare-Kare (oxtail curry), Sisig (chopped pork parts with chicken liver and onions, seasoned with calamansi and chili peppers), Lechon, Mahi-mahi fish in broth, Pansit, a variety of noodles, fried rice, eggs to order, and Lumpiang Sariwa (fresh spring rolls). There were so many more dishes to try. For drinks, I ordered a flat white coffee one day and enjoyed a variety of their fresh fruit drinks, like watermelon, cantaloupe and mango. For desserts, the Taho (soft soybean pudding with mini boba) brought back memories, as I ate a lot of this growing up. They also had Crepes with various fillings, Kalamay's (sweet sticky Filipino desserts) and Puto (rice cakes). What we loved about this place was the hospitality of the staff. They were all attentive and very respectful. We felt at home and were accommodated nicely. They all gave their best and always with a great smile. Vintana Cafe is a must-visit while staying at Shangri-La. Everything, from the food and customer service to view, was top-notch.

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    Vintana Cafe
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    Aplaya - bars - Updated May 2026

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