Don Henrico's is a cautionary tale of how being too aggressive with expansion can lead to ruin. Years ago, they were at the top of the world, with practically everyone wanting to eat there and queues snaking outside each branch. Nowadays, they are a mere shadow of their former self. Only a handful branches remain, each one struggling for relevance in a new age. The branch in Tomas Morato used to be really big with two floors. Now, they just occupy the top one.
Since their heyday, I've never heard anyone suggest eating there aside from myself. I couldn't care less about their pasta and pizza, though. Oddly enough what I love about them is just an appetizer - the onion rings. Their version of onion rings, together with its tangy sauce, is one of the best.
It's just sad how much I want the onion rings but no one wants to accompany me. I guess I'll be dining alone then. read more