When i went here i was really surprise of the restaurant we're the only persons there at that time…read more The staffs there were great because they treat you so nice and they let us in to see how they cook those worms that we ordered. It is just too expensive. I love how they keep up to cook exotic foods and also the museum is cool very scary tho but it is actually amazing experience in there. I will go there again whenever my friend are available. The ambiance is cool too. Very old style

This is a long overdue review. I think I dined here in 2007 or 2008. The regional cuisine & artwork…read morestill resonate with me. This particular establishment stood out because I was searching for art that felt indigenous to the Philippine Islands. The paintings, woodwork, building architecture & masks here are beautiful. Having visited here in either January or February, the menu didn't have some exotic dishes available. If I recall correctly, the minaluto & singigang na sugpo were good here.

Ambiance - very humble, very basic and sparse but clean restaurant. Wish they had toilet seats in…read moretheir rest room Service - no nonsense service. You order and they deliver. Food - we ordered fried dalag fish (meaty), fried hito, tortang talong (eggplant) which was quite large and perfectly cooked, crispy pata, grilled pork belly, fresh vegetable lumpiang ubod (generous amount of crunchy ubod (bamboo shoot) sprinkled with crushed peanuts and chopped green mango with salted eggs. My favorites were the fresh lumpia and the tortang talong. The preparations were traditional and classic Filipino - no twists, no pretense. The prices were very reasonable. Just basic good food that won't break the bank.

03/01/20- We went out to Taytay today to see my buddies house. 2 years ago it was a work in…read moreprogress in various stages of construction. Today it's a beautiful 3 story house at the top of the mountain overlooking Laguna Bay, Manila & Makati. We stopped at Buhay Kawayan to grab a late lunch w/my buddy, my wife & 2 brother in laws (yes they follow us everywhere lol). Buhay Kawayan is a very popular spot in Taytay on Manila E Road Barangay Pag asa. We ordered some of our favs like crispy pata, Bangus, squid adobo, veges dish w/bitter melon, yellow squash, okra, tomato, onion & garlic. Eggplant omelette & of course rice. Filipinos seem to eat rice @ every meal. (No Carbs when I return to the US). Excellent food & service one of the few Filipino restaurants that had quick service. They operated at a slower pace (Island life).

Tahanan Bistro is a beautiful restaurant surrounded by a garden full of greenery and a koi pond…read morethis was a truly romantic setting not in luxury but in natural surrounding of wood and nature that makes you feel you are hundreds of mile away from the city, which you can still see by peeking pass the the big leaves. The presentation of the food is breathtaking, I felt guilty touching and eating from the plates. But after I did I realized it would be a crime not to indulge in the elevated flavors in it's modern Filipino dishes. I took dozens of photos with only a few posted to Yelp.

From the owner: Tahanan was built entirely from 100% reclaimed wood, salvaged from old houses and bridges from…read morearound the Philippines. Designer and woodworker Benji Reyes and his wife Carina, along with their daughters Eena and Keesha, had been dreaming of turning a portion of their home into a bistro for years. Today, Tahanan Bistro is realised as a casual fine dining restaurant serving dishes inspired by Philippine produce.

We kept passing the restaurant. The greenery blended with their sign. When we entered the…read moredriveway, we could not see the restaurant. We saw pottery on the left side. We then dad a walkway. While we followed the walkway, there were koi fish to the right. When we entered the restaurant, the very first thing we noticed was that the restaurant had fans. It gets a bit warm without an air conditioner in the Philippines. I also noticed numerous foreigners or tourists at this restaurant. My cousin said for us to take in the experience. The second floor of this restaurant would be a nice place to reserve for a party during the winter time. We ordered appetizers. We definitely ordered the Alagao, which is an appetizer that they are known for. The Vanishing Laksa was fun to watch as the server poured the sauce on a mountain of noodles. I enjoyed the pomelo in the Pomelo and Catfish Salad. The Laing in the Pani Puri was my favorite appetizer. I loved the presentation of the appetizers. The Suman Itim was fresh and I enjoyed the texture of the suman. All of us enjoyed the experience. It was a Philippine Asian food fusion fest. The customer service, food experience, and view were 5 stars. The only reason I gave this place 4 stars is because we thought it was a bit too warm, and there were not enough fans to keep all of us comfortable. In fact, my cousin had to turn on her portable fan to keep cool. Also, my cousin and I really didn't taste any bagoong in the Pork Binagoongan.

I was told that Antipolo was famous for their Suman. We ordered Suman with fresh mangoes and the…read moreSuman with chocolate tablea. Filipino mangoes and chocolate are two of my favorite things! Both dishes were tasty. I just wish that the mango dish came with more than one tiny slice. We had to order extra slices! What would be good is a mango chocolate Suman offering! Though, that may be too sweet for some people! May be one of each would be good enough to share with a couple people. We shared 2 dishes among 4 people and did not finish the entire thing. Their drinks were not my favorite. They were a bit too sweet for my taste. The calamansi drink I had was neon green, which I didn't really like. In my mind I anticipated something more fresh since calamansi is abundant here in the Philippines. My family members ordered the Thai iced tea, but that also looked green like a matcha latte! I was confused! So were they! This place also has a buffet, which looked like Filipino food. We didn't have lunch here. Just dessert! It's a cute place in the middle of nowhere. I never would have discovered this place if my cousin didn't take me here. They also make and sell their own homemade pottery! I love that! This place has that kind of artsy boho vibe to it. There are colorful textiles hanging from the ceiling. It looked like a mix of textiles from the Philippines, India, Thailand, and Bali! There's also a large mural outside when you walk in.

The first week of 2016 took me on a scenic road trip through the steep, winding roads of Antipolo…read moreto a restaurant that is gaining quite a following among diners east of Manila. What brought me and a dozen other rabid foodies to cashew nut country is an invitation to sample the menu at Marison's. But there are reasons aplenty to make the drive to this side of the Sierra Madre mountain range. The cooler climate, the churches, the waterfalls, art museums, pine trees, and roadside shops selling cashew nuts and local sweets. If you're in the market for real estate, there are more than a few gated communities you can view. And a shopping mall is never too far away if you're the type that gets anxious when retail therapy is not part of the itinerary. If you're planning a trip to Antipolo, lunch or dinner at Marison's is an absolute must. It's unique take on kare-kare is what keeps diners coming back. The kare-kare has ground cashew nuts in its stew, and is topped with deep fried beef tripe. Sooo good! For appetizers, I would recommend the deep fried kesong puti and the pork confit. The texture of the local cheese and the light crisp of the lumpia wrapper is a great combo, a step up from the usual mozzarela sticks with its half-inch thick breading. The deep fried kesong puti comes with a sweet pineapple sambal dip. If you're looking for something spicier, I'm certain Marison's will oblige if you put in a request with your friendly server. The pork confit is also a very good choice--crisp lettuce wrap topped with pulled pork, crispy noodles, and a sticky sweet dressing that has just a touch of heat. From the main entrees, my favorites are the beef tripe kare-kare, the grilled salmon with caramelized peaches, and the pork binagoongan. The kare-kare has a seafood version as well--this time with crispy squid. We were also served the crispy buntot ng tuna which is an excellent alternative to the sinful crispy pata. I found the exterior a bit tough, so carving and scraping the meaty, collagen-rich, unctious goodness of the tuna tail meat is a bit of an effort. With different company, or in the privacy of my home, it is a dish that I can go to town with. For dessert, we were served sansrival and frozen brazo de mercedes, both of which were not too sweet but really REALLY good. And I hear Marison's coffee is excellent as well.

We went to the Marison's on the second floor of the Vista Mall in San Roque, Antipolo…read more The place seems new, but is set up simply. It is well-lighted, with big windows that provide natural light. THE FOOD Friends who live in Antipolo have been recommending Marison's Crispy Tripe Kare-Kare (P330), and I'm glad I finally got to try it because it is drool-inducingly good. It is made from scratch, with no cheats! It is made from peanuts and cashew, and cooked for hours to get that thick consistency. The sauce is sweet and creamy. Also, the "tuwalya" that is usually boiled in traditional kare-kare gets upgraded at Marison's. It is breaded & fried, and if you didn't know better, you'd mistake it for calamari! Their bagoong alamang is also made from scratch. The Pork Binagoongan (P310) was also very good. It's made from deep-fried lechon kawali, which was still juicy inside. We also had the Sinaing Buntot ng Tuna (P410), steamed and then deep-fried tail end of tuna, topped with pork cracklings. This was also good, and some of our companions scraped it to the bone, saying it was really delicious. For dessert, we had Marison's Macadamia Sans Rival (P140 per slice). It has the right amount of sweetness, it's not oily, and it doesn't stick in my mouth. It is topped with buttery macadamia nuts! IMPRESSIONS Marison's was nice and bright and clean, and looks like a typical, simple cafe restaurant. However, the Kare-Kare is to die for! I really recommend the Crispy Tripe Kare-Kare, especially if you like your Kare-Kare on the sweeter side. For me, this is the restaurant worth making the trip back to Antipolo for.

The Best Traditional Filipino food...crispy pata, crispy hito, bagus sisig, baby back ribs, and…read moretheir infamous bakang maanghang...I have so many favorites here...and try their halo halo!

This place is a hidden gem located at n. pascual gregoria heights in taytay…read more If you're up for adventure for a great place with good food with an absolutely affordable price range then this can be the restaurant for you. This is a garden restaurant that serves Filipino cuisine. A place where you can bring your family for a celebration. Feel the breeze and sunshine in the morning transforming into a romantic and intimate place at night.

Sir Ryan of Palmera Dimsum is very accommodating. The food…read moreis very reasonable for the price. The place is clean, and cozy. Their butter garlic chicken is a must try. Service if fast for dine in and take out. If you are from Taytay and looking for a venue of an event, Palmera is ideal because it is hassle free, they cater for adult and children's party, wedding.