Dropped into Quezon City for a bit and decided to have lunch nearby. We ended up at a place called…read moreLola Ote--and damn, am I glad we did. From the moment you crack open the menu, you know what you're getting: no gimmicks, just real-deal Filipino comfort food, with a nod to the streets via a proud offering of isaw. We went for the classics--nilaga, lechon kawali, grilled tuna belly, Java rice, garlic rice, and pork BBQ. Heavy hitters, all of them. I don't usually go for huge portions, but here? Resistance was pointless. Every bite hit like a memory you didn't know you had. The ambiance walks a fine line: traditional roots with just enough of a modern pulse to remind you where you are. Nothing sterile, nothing fake. Just good food and good people. The staff? Polite, attentive--like they actually give a damn. This is the kind of place I'd come back to without hesitation. No pretense. Just food that tells you a story. Lola Ote--my new favorite go-to in the Philippines.

We stopped by hoping for a late breakfast, but unfortunately arrived after breakfast service had…read moreended (they only serve breakfast from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM). We ended up pivoting to the lunch menu, and it turned out to be a great decision. The standout dish was the Pork Barbecue. It had the perfect balance of sweetness and savory flavor, and the meat was cooked just right. The Inihaw na Tenga ng Baboy (Grilled Pig Ears) was equally delicious, featuring the same excellent seasoning and smoky flavor in a different cut of pork. The Inihaw na Liempo (Grilled Pork Belly) was another winner, tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. We also enjoyed the "Bakuran" Salad, a refreshing combination of local vegetables, salted egg, and alamang (shrimp paste) that complemented the grilled dishes nicely. A special shoutout to our server, Joy, who was incredibly friendly and attentive. She got us seated quickly, and our food arrived even faster. The restaurant itself is clean, well-maintained, and thoughtfully decorated, creating a welcoming atmosphere. Overall, it was an excellent dining experience. We'll definitely be back and would happily recommend this place to friends and family.

One of the most famous BBQ restaurants, Reyes Barbecue, has a great reason behind its fame: their…read morequality food and affordable meals! If you wish to delve away from the usual American fast food or other conventional food chains, go for Reyes Barbecue for a Filipino treat that not only will you be satisfied, but be encouraged to try their meals again. Go for the classic, two barbecue sticks and java rice with sweet sauce!

This is my go-to place for lunch ever since I became just another mindless office drone. Granted,…read morethe branch I went to at work was the one at Greenbelt 1, but the last Reyes Barbecue branch I was able to sample was the one at Trinoma, hence this review. I'm glad that they brought back chicken ass (for lack of a better name) to the menu because, weird as it sounds, it is my favorite dish, and I was genuinely saddened when they removed it a while back. But now it's back. I guess I'm not the only one hankering for a piece of that action, eh?

Try this restaurant you get the best aunthentic korean recipes...savory & side dishes are…read moreunlimited. You wont regret dining at Soban SM North Rest. Absolutely soooooo yummy

I was unfamiliar with the place so I trusted the recommendations of the server. She made us pick…read more₽700 per person and suggested to add another dish to make it good for 5. We had 3 adults and 2 kids. We had more than enough for all of us and felt duped for trusting the server.

The first time I was able to try Grill Queen was on one of the most unconventional dates I had with…read moremy then-boyfriend-now-husband. I was bound for Cebu in a week and he wanted to take me somewhere different. So we headed towards Visayas Avenue is one of the few Grill Queen branches that had a decent dining area. His introduction was that this is the same food concept I'd find over at Salinas St in Cebu City (incidentally, I was staying at a hotel located beside one of those local barbecue places). I love the simplicity of the dining experience. Pick your raw food, they'll cook it for a good 15 to 20 minutes, get rice, get a bottle of soda and enjoy. Their barbecue is pretty good -- savory, tender, adequate size with about an 80-20 lean versus fat distribution. I love the grilled chicken, too. It's a big, juicy piece combining the thigh and leg part. My favorite though is the Cebu chorizo, this is their version of longganisa which is in small round portions and is available in sweet and spicy flavors. The only downside to dining here, the serving of rice is so small. It seems like they use an ice cream scoop to measure it. If you want a filling meal, go with two orders of rice.

First time I've had Barrio Fiesta in a long time, as in several years ago. I remember it tasting…read morebetter than this in the past. The lumpia shanghai, kare kare, and crispy pata were pretty good but nothing overwhelming. The pork bbq was honestly a disappointment. It was just sour, not sweet and tangy like it should be. Service was decent and portions are generous but in terms of the taste there are many other options for traditional filipino food.

B A R R I O F I E S T A…read more 3/5 stars This Barrio Fiesta is situated on the 2nd floor of the SM mall. The sign was brightly lit up and the area was buzzing with plenty of locals. Prepare yourself for a wait during a holiday weekend. Lunchtime hour was about a 25 minute wait. They had plenty of traditional Filipino dishes to try. The family combo was our final choice since our group was over 10ppl. Family combo was sure a great option to share. There was sinigang, karekare, seafood and bbq plate to stab at, gulaman, fried fish. Leche flan dessert was delicious. There was plenty of food with just a bit to take to go. Everyone had full bellies. (Whew at least there's that lol) Bathroom isn't appealing prepare yourself to get toilet paper at the cashier next to it. Broken stall but the stall next to it was fine. It's cool they have a hand washing sink just outside the bathroom, which is super convenient. The tastiest plate of the order was the sinigang. Everything else was good as well not so bad !

I was actually debating with myself whether I should share this place or not. But, fine, I'm…read moresharing one of my favorite drinking joints in the QC area! I discovered this place because a friend (who also didn't want to share it with me!) was having a super duper BAD day. Of course, I suggested we drink somewhere near his place. He said that he wanted to get wasted and that we should drink at his "secret place." So, why is Coal awesome? Be here on Sundays to Thursdays from 5-9PM to avail of their "Drink All You Can" Promo! It's only Php99 (2.11USD)! On Fridays and Saturdays, the same promo is Php168 (3.58USD); just stick to the weekdays! In the promo mechanics, you have to order a "pulutan" that will cost you about Php200 (4.26USD). But, still, all the beer you can drink for Php99. Looove it! It is such an awesome deal. I know that they just started this promo in September 2015. So far, they've kept extending it and I hope they will keep on extending it! :D About the food, it's your typical pinoy bar food. I recommend you try the Baked Mussels, Crispy Pork Strips, Chichaocoal Bulaklak, and the Coal Pork Sisig! If you wanna go cheap when you avail of their promo, here are the "pulutans" you should order: Onion Rings, Sweet Spicy Chicken, Smoked Hungarian Sausage, and Inihaw na Liempo! It's a bit difficult to get to but the trike drivers and guards in the area know the place very well. Also, they have private KTV rooms! Perfect for barkadas or an after office chill out session. :)

Good to enjoy w/ friends in very noisy open are environment. They also have individual rooms. We…read morecan watch sport TV programs there. Foods are not but and low price range. Consequently, their customers seems young people who easily get fights such environment.

Went here straight from the airport after an 18 hour flight from Los Angeles. Ordered Kare Kare,…read moreboneless chicken BBQ, boneless crispy pata, fresh lumpiang ubod, pork BBQ & pitcher of ice tea with calamansi. This is our first Christmas vacation to the Philippines in 15 years so I ate my heart away. I have dieted and lost 20 lbs in the last 5 months in preparation for this vacation so all gloves are off. Good food, good service, plenty of parking so highly recommend.

I've eaten at different Aristocrat Restaurants including the Original on Roxas Blvd. They were…read moreexcellent. This location's (EDSA NORTH MALL) dishes are not laid out the same. The chicken and pork meat quality is questionable. Diarrhea resulted. No just one person- whole group. We are never returning to this location. Service was fair. Ambiance was good.

Chicken Barbecue at its best is what you'll encounter when you dine at Aristocrat. Seriously, it's…read moreone of the dishes Aristocrat is known for, so you absolutely have to try it. The flavorful and well-cooked chicken is paired with soft Java rice, and it's not possible to leave unsatisfied. At least, that's what I've experienced so far, 'cause every time I leave Aristocrat it's always with a full belly and satisfaction written on my face. Aside from the Chicken Barbecue, they also have other Pinoy dishes such as the Sinigang, Crispy Pata and Kare-Kare. So if you're not in the mood for Chicken Barbecue (as if), then you'd still be able to sate your hunger with these delicious dishes!

The ribs is roasted in barbeque sauce served with a slice of pineapple on the side. The large slab…read moreof Ribs is priced at P990. I am buying the idea of caramelized Spam and Fries paired with barbeque sauce. It is served with the actual can. The service is prompt but I still find the menu overpriced. There are other restuarants that offers dishes with the same adequate taste at a more reasonable price. It shares the same space with Pamana Restaurant where guests can cross-order other filipino dishes. The other branch is located at Tagaytay City.

The place is nice with a simple design and is actually a joint space between Hawaiaan Barbeque and…read morePamana. What i enjoyed was the liempo dish having a good amount of seasoning and great tasting dippin sauce. The fish and chips is disappointing in every way possible (looks, flavour, texture, etc). The fisherman's catch on the other hand is average at best. I would place the garlic rice ahead of these two dishes. Iced tea was good, and one thing that is nice but not exactly redemption is the sight of ABS CBN's tower right across the restaurant. Ambience: Good, nicely decorated without being excessive Taste: Subpar, definitely below expectations Presentation: Great Value: Good portions for the price Service: Great, they are responsive and agile Overall: Average, at least based on what we ordered (prolly not advisable to get their seafood dishes).

**During COVID** Ate here with my bro and his gf. Took some…read moretime to get seated and for our order to be taken but the servers were very nice. Don't know why but we received free Radish cake with our order (no pic) and it was heavenly! Wish I could have had more Anyway, I ordered the spare rib rice topping for 155 pesos. It was served hot and I truly loved it! The spare ribs were soft and together with the seasoned rice, everything was flavorful! The pork and shrimp dumplings were also great! I asked for some chili sauce as a side and it's very good with both dishes! I feel like coming back here to try a different set of dishes! Overall, great price, serving size and awesome flavor!

I have to admit, this place ruined me. I'm very discerning when it came to Chinese food. Growing up…read morewith a large Chinese family, my life did not lack authentic Chinese food, and I hated big-name restaurants with their bland food and exorbitant prices - such a shame on our heritage, they are. But man, Tim Ho Wan is on a whole other league. The momentI but into their signature pork buns, I had to physically stop myself from crying. THIS is pure bliss, I thought. THIS is what real happiness feels like. But the happiness didn't stop there. We ordered hakao (wow), congee (it had SO MUCH century egg - it was amazing), and chicken mushroom rice (kinda meh, but it was in good company so it hardly mattered). The service was amazing as well - our orders arriving in record time and always with a smile. And you'd think that because it was a Michelin-star restaurant, you'd break the bank with one order, but the food is surprisingly cheap. Less than Php200 for each order? Yes, please.