So so fun! I wish we has a place like this in L.A. The vibe, the energy, so much memorabilia, an…read moreextensive menu to satisfy all tastebuds, and located on the hippest street in the city (during the evening hours)...ya really can't ask for more. Honestly, I had no idea this place existed, but luckily was paying attention when our driver drove past and I saw a massive line out the door at 1am. Luck would have it our hotel was just around the corner. We walked by one evening and decided it was way to crowded. With over an hour wait and every table filled we also knew pictures inside would be nearly impossible. With a couple hours to spare the morning we were leaving, we walked over after breakfast to check it out and maybe order something small to share. Of course, the desserts caught our eye and the rest was history. 1 massive dessert later, 2 of us could not finish, but throughly enjoyed every bite we ate. A daytime visit was the best choice. We pretty much had the downstairs to ourselves for pictures and several 2nd floor areas were purposely non-seating areas so patrons could take pictures. I could have spent hours here and would definitely return. The collection is unreal. The 50's vibe/atmosphere was on point, and the dessert (the only food I can judge) was delicious. If we had a place like this in Los Angeles, it would be a total hit.

Wow! I wish I had more time to look at everything in this restaurant. There's so many cool unique…read morememorabilias. There's 2 floors but dining is upstairs. If you're looking for a cool casual fun place to eat/drink or hang out with a retro theme, you have to check this place out. It's open 24/7. This is an American diner-style restaurant. It has a unique gas station theme, with classic cars, memorabilia, and a vintage vibe. They offer American comfort food like burgers, pizza, pasta, and hearty breakfast plates but surprisingly their Filipino favorite dishes are so good. Ordered the hipon (shrimp) sinigang & the sizzling squid. Both were so good. Loved the sauce on the squid. Loved all the veggies in the sinigang especially the okra & kangkong (watercress/morning glory). This place is great for casual dining and late-night cravings. They have a bar for those who want to enjoy a drink while soaking in the retro aesthetic. I stopped in here twice during my stay in the area. I also tried their chicken & waffle. It was really good too. I wish I tried their desserts but I was too full both times. They have merchandise to purchase as well if you need souvenirs. Staff were friendly.

Looking for classic milkshakes and burgers? Jugo offers these and a lot more in Katipunan. Despite…read morea lot of (relatively) new restaurants in the area, this diner offers a unique experience that will definitely take you back to the 50's. I find their menu full of comfort food that's surely a hit to students and families as well. I personally recommend their White Cow milkshake with toppings (they have a wide range: from chocolate bars like Milky Way, Twix, KitKat to the classic brownie, cheesecake, Oreo cookies, etc.) Their restaurant has a great interior design with mementos from the past (Elvis with a guitar, diner booths, old comic books) that is a plus for me. They also have a flat screen TV that can serve as entertainment while having a scrumptious meal. The parking area may be limited, but I would definitely go back there to try out their non-dessert options, especially when I saw they serve huge fries with their burgers. :)

I know I am not the only person to say this, but Jugo Bar looks just like it came out of an 80's…read moremovie. It is just like your typical American diner, with a mix of modern and vintage themes. The walls were decorated with posters referencing 80's pop culture, which includes a picture of Elvis Presley, Coca-Cola Bottles, black and white tiles, and other images that would make you feel nostalgic. I wasn't born in the 80's but the whole place just reminded of the time when people would just dance to Jazz music in really trendy and casual diners. During my first time there, I decided to order one of their all-day breakfast meals which included four pieces of waffles, bacon, sausage, hash brown, and eggs--a heavy and satisfying meal for brunch. I felt like a fatty that time for ordering so many food, but I felt like I deserve it. I also ordered their famous milk shake, which is to die for! You might gain a few pounds after your visit here, but that just proves how Jugo Bar's food is simply the BEST.

On United street find for Ace Hotel and Water spa then look right you'll an alley of restaurants,…read morebut no signage of Diner on 16th. Trust us it's somewhere in there. The Waffle Florentine (265 PHP) 3 pieces of fried chicken that's crispy and just enough breading for some heft. Spinach, Bacon and poached egg atop a stack of 2 quarter pieces of waffles, drizzled with a subtly mix of their Hollandaise sauce. It wasn't the most savoury breakfast we'd eaten, but it certainly offers much more value than a local breakfast chain. Taste it yourself you might like the calmness of this dish. The Breakfast Bowl Not something we'd recommend, but if you just need a basic breakfast then go ahead. It's not bad, just nothing special we'd order again. Just too ordinary. The Cheesecake Milkshake (136 PHP) It won us over with its stunning presentation and affordable price. It's a light milkshakes that's great for the summer and instagram. Taste is a good as it gets for milkshake. Ambiance was great, they played a chill mix of the latest hits. It perks you up in the morning. They also have beer pong tables outside for evening activities. The booth tables are well separated (no head bumps) with power outlets on each table, perfect for everyone who has the latest shiny low capacity smartphone.

Arrived at this place a little after lunch and there were not much people - just a few that come…read moreand go. We visited this place because me and my friends wanted to try a new place to eat at. At first, I thought this place was pricey until I saw their serving size - most of the items on their menu was good for sharing. I was able to try their Beer-Battered Chicken and Waffles (Php 256.00) and it was definitely worth it. The chicken strips were moist and soft, while the waffles and its syrup were good enough- although the 2 "bacon strips" they put along with the dish were not enough. Their Chicken Caesar Salad did not disappoint as well because of its serving size, it's definitely good for sharing and they did not skimp on the chicken strips. The Poutine (Php 156.00) was disappointing because its taste and serving size isn't what we expected. It was too small - it looked like it was rushed and the fries doesn't have it's usual crisp - the "cheese curds" part of the Poutine wasn't melted at all and their gravy doesn't do much. Another item that disappointed me was their Cheesecake Milkshake (Php 136.00) because I was able to try their other milkshakes and there was no difference - only its presentation - and I was not able to taste even a hint of cheesecake - only by its presentation was I able to figure out it was a cheesecake milkshake. Overall the experience at Diner on 16th was just okay. It's a place that people should visit and get to try when they are within the area. In the afternoon, it's a good place to just hang out and chill by yourself or your friends (they have a beerpong table!). There are power outlets on each table (at the booths) however, they don't have WiFi.

The night life and the red light districts of Quezon City has brought about a lot of establishments…read morethat is centered around serving the people who are here for the night life. You've got pre and post places, not to mention the durings (I'm pretty sure that's not actually a word, much less a coherent sentence, but whatever). One of the best pre-night life places I've been to is Snackaroo. Smoky air, greasy floor, sticky tables and not enough chairs for the crowd of hungry patrons, Snackaroo is yet another place that says "Manila". You get the Filipino idea of what a steak should be: almost paper-thin, REALLY well done, and supposed to be doused in gravy. I love it. I'd like to think I'm an insufferable snob, and even then, I love it. If you're looking for a proper steak in Manila, there are other places, where the steak a-la pobre is ironically priced so that you WILL be pobre when you order it. If, however, you're looking for a proper Manila steak, then look no further.

The steak at Snackaroo is far from the best. You may stone me to death, but please hear me out…read more People constantly put Snackaroo's steaks, be it T-bone or porterhouse, on a pedestal and its legend is reaching levels of mythic proportions. I just want to say that it is decent, even good, but far from the steak diners are clamoring it to be. I'm not being a snob. I happily eat anything. It's just that I take exception in seeing them plastered on every top 10 steak list online. Now that we've got that out of the way, if you want a lot of beef swimming in gravy, then Snackaroo is just what the doctor ordered. It is and always will be an enjoyable meal at an affordable price. If you feel that steak should be enjoyed by itself, seasoned just right, and without an ounce of gravy, I feel that you'd need to eat somewhere else.

Rodic's is considered an institution among students of the University of the Philippines in…read moreDiliman. They are famous their Tapsilog (beef TAPa, SInangag or fried rice, and itLOG or egg cooked sunny side up). I studied in ADMU; going to Rodic's was a treat for me. I remember my friends and I would go there during our lunch breaks just to eat tapsilog! They've actually been around since 1949 and, to my pleasant surprise, have opened a branch in UP Town Center! Honestly, this is Filipino comfort food. Nothing says "home" like eating a good breakfast meal at any time of the day! Though the ambience looks more modern in this branch, you still get that carinderia style service. You line up at the counter to order food and see the available "ulam" on display. The favorite silogs are posted on a board. But, ask what's available just in case (though the tapsilog will ALWAYS be available). Then, you're given a number and the food is delivered to your table. Carlo and I ordered the usual tapsilog and sisig. From what I remember, the food here is a bit pricier. As far as we can remember, the tapsilog costs Php85. Here it cost us Php95. Anyway, the quality of the food is the same! The taste of Rodic's tapsilog was satisfying and brought back memories of our college days (and the crazy stuff we did!). Rodic's is definitely a must try for people who want very good Pinoy breakfast food. I know there are way cheaper options. But, for the quality, serving, and overall taste, you should go here. Also, having a branch in UP Town makes the trek to Katipunan easier! Just be sure to pick a time to come that won't coincide with the lunch or dinner crowd. :)

The food is affordable and tasty. The proportion of rice and tapa is not really balanced. The…read morelocation of the restaurant is hard to find but really accessible because it is inside a mall.

Good pizza! Especially in a small town called Siniloan in Laguna! Two floors and air-conditioned!…read moreAhhh! Free wifi if you need to do work on the internet and grab coffee and snacks. There are times they have live bands playing outside. Just beware that things get too loud. Good food though! Upstairs seating as well as on the ground floor. It's not a big place, so don't expect much. They also serve cakes! =]

I've finally found the restaurant that offers the best value for money! Their fall-off-the-bone…read moreribs are excellent, and for only Php275 for a serving? How awesome is that? The sauce is also quite different from the other sauces I've tried (in a good way). Slightly sweet and not overwhelming, you can add as many sauce as you like without affecting the flavor of the ribs. Each serving of ribs is good for two to three people. Their sampler consisting of bacon and cheese potato skins, fried cheese, and buffalo wings, all with dips offers variety without the steep price. A good choice if you want to try multiple dishes in smaller quantities. Their chocolate milkshake is also not bad. Will definitely try the huuuuge Milky Way Shake on my next visit!

When I first heard of "The Porch" from some fellow Food Crawlers, I thought it was a small…read moreestablishment, so when we got there, I was like, WHOAH. It's pretty, cozy, and has nice decor! It's like a dream house! We arrived late, prolly around 9pm, but the place was still abuzz with diners: families, friends, colleagues, etc. We tried a variety of savory dishes namely bacon & cheese potato skins, fried cheese, buffalo wings, the Count of Monte Cristo sandwich, and Brian's ribs. The first 3 are their best-selling appetizers, and I totally understand why. Even without their respective dips/sauces, they tasted great, especially the wings & potato skins! It was my first time to encounter a Monte Cristo sandwich, which has turkey, ham, and American cheese. They are inside battered and fried white bread, dusted with powdered sugar and best eaten with raspberry jam. I'm kind of torn about this because it's so sinfully good! I find the battered bread a bit thick, though. Finally, the ribs were tender and seasoned just right. They came with peppery mashed potatoes and corn-carrots (these were kind of salty instead of buttery, though). For our drinks, we had 4 kinds of milkshakes: chocolate, vanilla, strawberry, and the mother of them all - the humongous Milky Way! I love how thick the whipped cream was, it's like cake icing already! The Milky Way is meant for 3-4 people or 1 chocolate addict. We continued our sugar rush with matcha ice cream cake, Bliss o' Berry cheesecake, and macchiato (?) ice cream cake. My favorite's the matcha because hey, it's matcha!!! A close second is the berry cheesecake, which has a subtle citrus-y flavor that doesn't taste like medicine. Coffee lovers would enjoy the macchiato ice cream cake for sure. Overall, it was such a great experience, accompanied by great ambiance and awesome company. Can't wait to go back with other friends! :D I have my eyes on their burgers and pastas!

If you can't make the trek south of Metro Manila to Lucban for some of the best longanisa (spiced…read moresavory sausage) in the country, Buddy's chain of restaurants is the next best thing. Their pancit (noodles) and dozen longanisa are their top sellers. If you live in the Metro Manila area, do not pass this place up! Eat on site or Grab (rideshare) deliver it to your home. Unforgettable fast food bursting with true Filipino flavor.

After we migrated to another country, been craving for Buddy's Pansit Lucban. It didn't disappoint…read moreas to the taste is concerned. The quality of the food is still there. I ordered for pansit lucban and fried vegetable lumpia. Their pancit is phenomenal with a lot of ingredients, including lechon. Loved their vegetable lumpia, as well, with the lumpia wrapper not too thick and really tasted good esp with vinegar. The staff were very helpful as to what to order and answered all my questions. Wish there was a better location as parking is a bit of a challenge. Overall, my experience was great and would definitely come back.