It is 2021, November, and I am in quarantine for 5 nights. Cartel delivered some very delicious,…read morecrispy, crunchy and flavorful French fries on my first day of quarantine. I always say, a good gauge of a deli is how good they can make a simple take out such as fries. If you fail to make the best version of French fries, how can I expect you to make complex recipe..it is all about the basics. Their fries are fresh and very good. Service was excellent and timely. I got ketchup and mayo on the side. And let us not forget the quarantine side of this, they left my food at my room doorstep,rang the doorbell, in a brown bag, well packaged and sanitary, all the way. Excellent! They also make a very good simple garlic fried rice, again simple but packed with flavor. Salt quantity was just right. The rice was well cooked and garlic to rice ratio is spot on. I will order the premium quarantine meals today and my next review will be about those 3 incoming meals. A very nice place, service and food-wise. I only hoped I was not in quarantine so I can check out the location but we take what we can during this pandemic. Give this place a try their food menu selection is varied, so much choices, so little time, so to speak. Whoever is running the kitchen at Cartel, kudos to you!

Food was amazing but price on an upscale side. We were three and paid around $200 ++. Service was…read morequick. Great ambience for catching up with friends.

Nice choices We…read morehave never been to SM City North EDSA & this restaurant is in a newly opened part of the mall. The atmosphere is relaxing & comfortable. It's a simple concept: pick out what you want & they'll cook it for you. The key is to get the freshest fish or other seafood. Spoiler Alert: The cooks do a really good job, because everything was so enjoyable. It's the Philippines so every now & then restaurants get large parties - - we had 9 - - with no issues. We had the following: Sweet & Sour Fish: the fish was fried perfectly & had a good taste. Vegetable Pancit Bihon: very nice. Vegetable Chop Suey: nice amount of gravy & the veggies were good. Chop Suey was always a favorite of my Dad when he was alive & he would have like this one. Fried Calamari: nicely done. Not overly heavy battered which was good. Tasty dish. Baked Scallops: baked with cheese. Enjoyable. All the food came out in a timely manner. Everything was cooked well & tasted great. BTW: they also have "land lover" food - - ribs, chicken, & pork. If you don't want protein (meat or seafood), you can still get a good meal - - we had veggie pancit & veggie chop suey. Enjoy.

Had lunch here today with my family and we definitely enjoyed the unique dining experience. We…read moreordered their lunch special of assorted tray of seafood and inihaw dishes for only Php 995. This has chicken inasal, grilled tilapia, baked tahong, baked scallops, longanisa from cebu, rice and a lot more. This was served by the servers chanting to hala bira. You can eat it with your hands (w/ plastic gloves) or utensils. We ordered extra clam soup and baked oysters wgich were all delectable. Would highly recommend to try it especially if you have balikbayan guests.

Went here on my second to last day of vacation in the Philippines with my parents, my cousin, and…read moremy mom's friend and her son. It was a rainy day filled with hunger and indecision until I came upon Fish & Co. I made the final decision just because I was so hungry. We ordered prawns fettuccine, grilled chicken peri-peri, crispy crablets (fell in LOVE with these during this vacation), and the big seafood platter of calamari, seasonal fish (don't remember what it was that day), prawns, and mussels. Everything was nothing short of PHENOMENAL. I'm so glad my hunger led me to this place. My desperation can lead me to fast food or settling for mediocre fare. When I return to the Philippines, hopefully within the next two years, it is a priority for me to return here!

When it comes to fish & chips, I become quite picky every time. For one, I hate fish that taste…read morelike they've been in the freezer for such a long time. It ruins the dish every time and there is nothing worst than tasting and smelling your freezer in your meal. So while lots of restaurants have tried to master their fish & chips menu, there is only one restaurant for me that perfects it ever time - Fish & Co. Admittedly, I don't really order their other dishes except for their most popular item, so I can't say much about their other dishes. Aside from their spectacular fish & chips, I especially love the garlic sauce that come with. I also ask for extra whenever I'm here. Staff members are always a pleasure making it one of my favorite restaurants in the Metro.

Whenever my family wants delicious home-cooked style Filipino food, we head on over to Cafe Via…read moreMare. My grandma was the most pleased when a branch close to home finally opened so we frequent Via Mare a lot. Most ideal for family lunches or dinner, the food here is large enough for sharing. Even the atmosphere fosters this kind of dining experience - interiors are kept light and airy for a pleasant dining experience. The food's theme is dishes with some hints of Western here and there, but is predominantly, Filipino food. For starters, they have homegrown salads and veggies, with one of these being the Ensaladang Pako. The dish uses crispy and fresh fern leaves topped with tomatoes, salted egg, shrimps and a tasty vinaigrette that ties in all the elements of the dish. As any Filipino meal is incomplete without rice, Via Mare offers three kinds - Calcag Rice, Tuyo Fried Rice, and Fiesta Rice (adobo based). My favorite would have to be the Calcag Rice - it has crunchy sun-dried shrimps, bagoong and scrambled egg, and the blend of salty really plays well in the rice without having to be extremely salty. One of the things I love about Via Mare's menu is its selection of oyster dishes. I really love their Oysters Rockefeller which is served on a bed of salt and the fresh oyster topped with spinach, cheese and bacon. The oyster itself is very juicy and fresh and they are quite large. Honestly, I find it hard to share - but as they say, sharing is caring. As for the main dishes, I really love their Krispy Pata - a deep fried pork dish that's really tasty and goes well with the Calcag Rice. The serving is pretty large and good for sharing. One order is enough for four people. I like that it comes with its own sauce as crispy pata can be pretty dry on its own. Another dish I would recommend is their kare-kare. For dessert, I love their refreshing take on Halo-Halo in the form of Halo-Halo Shooters. The shooters come in three little glasses and is more like a deconstructed halo halo but each is topped with the shaved ice and fresh milk.

Via Mare has been around for ages and the reason why is because they sort of ugraded Filipino food…read moreand we all appreciated their efforts to give us a quality dining experience. It is a casual restaurant but instead of making it seem like a Dencio's or Gerry's Grill they made it a but more sophisticated and added a touch of home. Via Mare specializes in fine Filipino cuisine. You can find homemade staples such as Kare Kare but i would say the number one thing you should try is their Crispy Pata. Man, that is a thing of beauty!! Crispy on the outside but tender on the inside. Their ensaladas are good, too. There has also been buzz about their oysters so try that if you like oysters. They also have a really good kakanin selection. My favorites include Puto Bumbong and Bibingka. This branch in UP is a nice family restaurant as it has a quiet ambiance that makes you appreciate the food even more.

After being a bit deprived of marshmallows for quite some time, I have recently been trying to grab…read morethese jet-puffed pieces of heaven into my mouth. Previously seeing a photo posted by a friend, I knew I had to try Wicked Kitchen's smores for myself. Their version is served with the chocolate topped with torched marshmallows on a hot plate, with the Graham crackers in a separate bowl. Upon seeing it, I thought the marshmallows looked like torched clouds. Needless to say, we dug in and had bite after bite (or rather cracker after cracker) of this wickedly yummy creation. I came upon the conclusion that they named this dessert Greedy because it makes you feel that way after getting a bite. At less than PhP200, it can satisfy about two to three people. Though again, you really can get a bit greedy with this especially if you like marshmallows, chocolate, crackers, or the combination of all three. It didn't just look like clouds, but tasted like a piece of heaven, too.

'I don't crave desserts most of the time, but when I do, I always think about the beautiful…read moredesserts that they serve in Wicked Kitchen. Wicked Kitchen is one of the older restaurants in the South Maginhawa area. The place serves Australian and Western favorites such as bangers and mash, fish and chips, sandwiches and their iconic desserts. These desserts are named after the seven deadly sins. My favorite is Greed, a deconstructed S'mores dessert. It has a huge serving of molten chocolate in a skillet, with torched marshmallows on top. They serve it with a couple pieces of Graham Crackers. I have gone back here several times for the same exact dessert every time, and it doesn't disappoint. I love how they turned a very popular campfire treat on its head and created a photogenic and delicious dessert dish out of it. That just goes to show the innovativeness of the chefs and the developers behind Wicked Kitchen.

Hands down to the chef of this restaurant in Taguig, Manila. Every dishes was so delicious and…read moreauthentic! When you visit the restaurant every single painting including the ceiling was thought out beautifully and all the paintings are very special. Must try the steak and fries their specialty so good! Escargot--the best one I've ever had! French baguette so airy and soft lamb so tender it comes out from the bones Squid and brie soooo yummy!!! Ask for wine tasting next time if they have the event because they have amazing wine selections! Highly recommended if you are visiting Taguig Manila check out this restaurant!!! Take a grab so its easier!!

Excellent service, tasty appetizers, awesome steak and Fritz!. Great host and waiters! Very nice…read moreoutside ambiance and indoor dining room. Highly recommend. Good bar I feel like I'm in France. Sidewalk seating for people watching. Highly recommended

I took a gamble and it paid off. The place was quiet and sparse despite the prices not being…read moreexorbitant. So I was worried about the taste but every from the soup, appetizer and main dish tasted great. Give it a go but they do take their time in preparing the dishes.

For such a posh place their pastries are not overly expensive. Their Peach Danish (60 PHP) is not…read moreonly good, but excellent with its decent price, no other pastry shop in BGC can compete. Expect a creamy and hefty pieces of pastry goodness. Their Almond Croissant (98 PHP) is more than just the sprinkle of almond slices you see, it's also filled with a sweet cream inside that just makes you want more. They only make 6 pieces a day which is odd, but hopefully more in the near future, as we certainly aren't the only fans. If you have time to splurge, suggest staying for a cup of their Hot Chocolate (190 PHP) it's served in a pot (330 ml) which is enough for 2 cups. Share it with a friend or simply indulge in the chocolatey goodness. Staff are courteous and efficient. Water is refilled timely and sometimes even before you even ask. First timers be at ease as the staff can explain fully the products they offer. Here's a tip: 50% off on all their goodies starting 9PM daily, but be quick you're going to be competing with the nearby residents for the little supply they have. We've dined here twice and when 9PM strikes the store is invaded and devoid of pastries in under 15 minutes, talk about a quick sale.

AMBIENCE Interior's beautiful, so beautiful I felt a little…read morebit intimidated to enter at first, but when we saw the menu at the entrance, we were pretty sure to try their food. It seemed their menu was for fine-dining yet the vibe was casual and classy. FOOD Pan Seared Salmon with Calamansi and Brown Butter with Steam Rice was really lovely and the salmon was packed with flavor. Asparagus was a great partner, being fresh and crunchy. Chicken A La Chasseur with Mashed Potatoes had really tender meat and finely mashed potatoes. SERVICE They provided an instructional aide for their Zomato Gold policy, which saved time for everyone. As soon as we were done with each dish, they were pulled out pretty quickly. Apparently, you must order something or melt in your seat not ordering while having your conversations. Fortunately, we were already full and billed out. Wait time was fair for just about everything.