I will always have pleasant memories of Buon Giorno. After all, it's where my wife took me on a…read moresurprise date (actually a double date with one of our favorite couples), it's where my family went for Christmas dinner several times before I got married, and it's also where we went for Christmas dinner for our first family trip after I got married. With a view fronting Taal Volcano (get there early or make a reservation so you can get a table outside), there's nothing much that can top good Italian food and a hot cup of coffee with the cool Tagaytay breeze blowing around you. My personal favorites are Buon Giorno's risottos, specifically their salmon and sausage ones. Not too dry but not too moist, with just enough meat so you don't feel like you're just eating wet rice. Oh, and just like a lot of other good Italian places, fresh unli-bread while you're waiting for your food is a big, big plus.

Once upon a time, my sister, brother, his family, and I all got in a car and drove nearly three…read morehours to Tagaytay to eat. We literally did nothing else there except eat. We didn't even go to Antonio's. I would have lamented the fact had Buon Giorno not stepped up to console me. First times always have the greatest impact, and just so everything is clear, I have patronized Buon Giorno since and there were hits and misses. But that first time was perfect. The lamb was cooked to perfection, the salads crisp and bright, and the drinks were refreshing and well-concoted. The interiors are really pretty without screaming for attention. While it's not exactly a place people go to see quirky decor, the restaurant is tastefully and interestingly designed. The pastels and somewhat shabby chic interiors make everything feel cozy despite the slightly cramped restaurant floor. If you prefer to eat al fresco, they have many tables outside. View + fantastic food = worth the drive.

Surprisingly, mine is only the second reviewer. This is such a great restaurant located in…read moreTagaytay. For starters the bone marrow is excellent and huge! The lobster bisque is good and the foie gras soup is great the steak is amazing

I seriously think some people were sent to earth to make other people's lives better - the same way…read moreI think I was born to eat and enjoy life at its fullest. There are a lot of reasons I'm glad I'm alive, and one of them is Restaurant Verbena. One really can't expect anything less than wonderful from the restaurant of one of Tagaytay's premier luxury bed and breakfasts, so I have been longing to try their take on country fare with a local twist. I certainly wasn't disappointed with our meal, which started with their mozzarella and tomato starter, served fondue style with warm focaccia. We then had Caesar salad, which was interesting because the lettuce leaves was still intact with the stem (not entirely sure if it's called the stem though). We chopped the leaves and mixed the dressing and thin slices of cheese before devouring the delectable salad. For our mains, we had their brick chicken, which as we were told is cooked in a pan and having a hot brick placed on top of it for it to have its distinct flavor. It's served with sweet potato puree and a mix of capers and sundried tomatoes that was incredibly yummy. As if that wasn't enough, we got the black truffle mushroom risotto with bits of bacon. Goodness gracious, it was one hell of a dish. To end our meal, I felt like I had prima ballerinas dancing in my mouth when I devoured their chocolate marquise with pistachios, which was a cross between a chocolate mousse and a creamy ganache.

Steak photo on their menu look's appetizing. What I got looks something else it seems. It looks…read moresad. Taste was fine maybe because I was starving. It was cooked medium and I guess I shouldn't ordered medium to begin with and a steak on a filipino guised italian restaurant. Service of course is not good but works when I wave my hand for 2 minutes :)

I'm not usually a fan of thin-crust pizza, but Mama Lou's changed my mind…read more Me and my fabulous hubby were in the mood for some pizza, and Mama Lou's had captured my husband's interest for a while. We visited it for our anniversary, and the Italian bistro interior was truly captivating. They had some watercolor advertisement prints, a nice wine rack, and other touches to sell the bistro atmosphere. The supervisor, Mark, was extremely engaging, and along with our server, Aira, made sure that our visit was stellar. We enjoyed talking with Mark very much. We chose to eat the spinach and artichoke dip, the mozzarella sticks, and two fourteen-inch pizzas. I LOVED the pepperoni pizza. It had a spicy, addictive sauce that really gave it oomph. The assorted meat pizza was great, but I'm not the biggest fan of Canadian bacon. It was still delicious but didn't wow me as much as the pepperoni did. The thin crust delivered on its promise: tender dough under the toppings with a crisp, cracker like crust. We truly enjoyed the experience. The dip had this baked cheese crust that really elevated the taste, and was served with fluffy, flour tortilla, fried chips. This dish was my second favorite next to the pepperoni pizza. The mozzarella sticks were also amazing, with what seemed like hand breading. I'm used to the kind of mozzarella sticks you get in diners, so these sticks tasted a bit... classier? I think that's how I'd describe it. Anyway, I invite you to give Mama Lous in the Nuvali Solenad Mall a try. I think you'll be happy you visited.

So you're probably looking for a nice place dine with a view, this is the place for you. Taalena…read moreoffers one of the most breath taking views of the lake and volcano. Reserve a table on the outside terrace for the best experience and avail of their bottomless ICED TEA the best I've had so far, it's super refreshing. Crispy Crablets (220 PHP) Order this for a good start. It won't disappoint. Crispy Tawilis (210 PHP) The Tawilis sardines are found only in the Taal Lake. This is a must order when visiting Taalena. Ensaladang Talong (135 PHP) A fresh and healthy dish that you eat in between the rest of their food. I find it as a good palate cleanser. Kare Kare (450 PHP) The sauce was thin and could use some improvement, which I'm sure has improved with our suggestions. Crispy Pata (595 PHP) Decent crisp and meat to bone ratio, and enough flavour to be considered good. It remained crispy despite the wind and cool weather which should consider when dining in Tagaytay in general. Tortang Talong (215 PHP) It's not going to be something you'd remember or even rave about it's just that ordinary with an elevated price. So the food isn't the best in Tagaytay, but don't let that discourage you from experiencing their wonderful ambiance. They have a band that goes around each table playing various melodies from the oldies to the current hits. It's a nice addition to their already outstanding atmosphere. They even a large green space on the lower floor for kids to run around and play.

Great authentic, no nonsense Philippine cuisine with a great view of Taal Lake and crater. The…read morebangus, gambas , and fresh buko were perfect.

We arrived at 3:00pm after a check-up. We are seated at the comfortable couch dining area. Staff is…read morefast and our meal is served in no time. Ordered the Italian Trio Platter for P745 with Mozarella Sticks with red sauce dip, Margherita Pizza, and Carbonara. The set meal comes with a pitcher of Ice Tea. The pasta is not creamy and savourless while the pizza is not promising. Tomato is the only dominant taste in the pizza. Not satisfying meal after a long day at the hospital.

Sorry but the Italian food here is way far removed from Italy. Soggy pizza and Alfredo sauce ladled…read moreover the lasagna. Unnecessary. Friendly and swift service made for the extra star.

Food orders & rates: DRINKS…read more1. Raspberry Ice Tea 2. Nonna's Lemonade APPETIZER 3. Mozarella Sticks 4. Wild Arugula Salad PASTA 5. Nonna's Truffled Pasta PIZZA 6. Nonna's Special Pizza 7. Pepperoni Honestly, didn't expect Nonna's to be this good! Really love the ambiance and food selections they have! Top highlights were Nonna's lemonade and their truffle pasta, something you MUST order when at Nonna's. Overall, they definitely are one of thoss underrated Italian restaurants and I recommend to those who love pizza, pasta!

Wonderful service, beautiful grounds & relaxing atmosphere. The food was hot & tasty. Good sauces &…read moreseafood. Wondered why there was no bread or breadsticks?? Good portions & nice presentation.

the food was so amazing and delicious,and the service of this was fast, ambiance was perfect while…read moreeating