Came here to eat while visiting the venice mall. Its right on the outskirts of the mall not…read moreaccessible from the inside. Theres plenty of seating inside and tv screens showing the games. Their known for their lechon but unfortunately i didnt have any. Rather we tried their sinigang, bangoose, fried calamari and their eggrolls with a side of white rice. Food was ok. Calamari was crispy, the eggroll with the sauce was flavorful. The fish had no mest to it, but what i had of it tasted pretty good. The soup was warm and hit the spot. The reason for a lost of a star was because they got out soup order wrong. Therr was no protein in it. And when we asked for the meat in it, they actually made an entire new order that we didnt need cuz we already had the soup. Thankfully they didnt charge us for the second soup. Service was slightly slow in that they kept foegetting our requests, and we had to ask several times for the same thing. The food was good though but i am excited to try other food spots there as well

The food was good! I enjoyed the adobong pusit, my parents enjoyed their lechon and bulalo soup…read more The staff needed to be more attentive - we initially ordered 1 unli rice and we were given plain rice. Turned out the servings were big so we just got that plain rice and cancelled their unli rice. They also didnt have regular coke.

I'd heard about Locavore right before I left for my most recent trip to Manila and I'm glad I went…read moresince it did not disappoint. I had the Sizzling Sinigang and it was delicious - it arrived in a sizzling plate full of tender beef and various vegetables; everything was full of the tasty tamarind forward flavors. The Sinangag that I ordered with it was a perfect compliment. The restaurant doesn't really have amazing decor, but it does have the vibe of a gastropub...on a busy night, I'm sure it has a fun atmosphere. Service was nice and attentive. This is a perfect place for Filipino food with an elevated twist, but unpretentious.

Good eats with modern takes of Filipino classics…read more Went for a late dinner. Had an rsvp but ultimately wasn't needed and was sat immediately. Ordered the following: - sizzling sinigang - was a nice sizzling dish with a sinigang flavored gravy, def the best dish. - boneless lechon belly - well made pork dish no worries to accidentally biting into a bone - kare kare wings - pretty good wings with a kare kare flavor - garlic rice - pretty good for standard fare - turon - wasn't expecting a puff pastry, it was good but probably prefer the traditional style - lèche flan - very condensed milk forward, very dense but did taste good Overall, a very good spot for friends or a date!

Nostalgic Mongolian Bowls & More…read more A Katipunan classic, Sweet Inspirations is best known for its Mongolian rice bowls, where you can load up on meats, veggies, and sauces. At ₱599 for unlimited bowls, it's a great deal--pile it high and fill up to your heart's content! Beyond Mongolian, the menu has Filipino and Western comfort food, including Pork Spareribs, Grilled Boneless Chicken, and Lengua with Mushrooms. Portions are average and best for solo diners rather than sharing. Their bakery selection includes classics like Ensaymada (₱50), Spanish Bread (₱30), and Cinnamon Rolls, along with cakes such as Chocolate Decadence, Sans Rival, and Tiramisu. While the variety is nice, the cakes tend to be on the dry side. The ambience is simple, but it's a spot packed with nostalgia, especially for former Ateneans. If you're craving a customizable, hearty Mongolian bowl, this is the place to go! Verdict: Unlimited Mongolian bowls are a steal! Cakes are dry, not the best for dessert lovers Other dishes are decent, but portions are just okay Would I come back? Yes--for the Mongolian!

The cheapest buffet I've ever had at only (240 PHP or 5 USD) and it comes with unlimited coffee…read more Selection is basic, they have; scrambled egg, mixed chopped buttered veggies, crispy tawilis (salty), embutido, beef tapa, plain and garlic rice, arroz caldo, champorado, and some desserts. Their food can't be faulted at their price point and their pros out weigh the cons, but to dine here is for convenience and not as a dining destination. Look at this way, if you just want egg and rice, this is the best deal anywhere, because it's unlimited and ready for the picking. AMBIANCE Marble floor and walls designed to a homey feel, in fact it looks like a house from the outside. Interestingly enough they haven't increased their price since they opened in 1990.

My friend and I had been wanting to try Sarsa for the longest time! He is from Negros and really…read morewanted to eat food from home. We arrived at the restaurant at around 8PM on a Wednesday. We were expecting the long line but, we didn't expect to be 8th in line when we arrived. After about 35 minutes (and about 8 servings of free peanuts), we finally got a table. Once seated, we immediately ordered the sizzling kansi, tortang talong with crispy sardines and kesong puti, grilled sticks of isol (chicken tail), inasal na paa, and thin cut liempo. Yes, we were HANGRY! ALL the dishes must be eaten with rice. The dishes are rich and fatty and you really need the rice to soak up the sauce of each dish. The dishes are simple but the flavors were the right amount of salty, sweet and sour. My favorite dish, hands down, is the Sizzling Kansi. It is seerved with bone marrow and the tangy sauce is perfect with the tender meat. For rice, you have to try their ginamos fried rice. Definitely a place to visit, this restaurant serves no frills Negranese style food. Great place for casual dining with friends and family. :)

Back in the Philippines after 9 years...you can imagine my cravings and appetite…read more Here's what I tried: - Spicy Crispy Dilis: they offered to put the chili pineapple glaze on the side. I'm glad I decide to get it mixed in with the fish. It was still crispy and had just the right amount of heat and sweetness. Eat immediately! - Kare Kare: I LOVED that the tripe was grilled yet still so tender. This added another layer of flavor to the whole dish. The sauce was a smidge too sweet but that didn't stop me from devouring this. The vegetables were nicely cooked as well. Ask for an extra serving of bagoong. - Crispy Kansi: Life changing. The marrow had a slight citrus flavor that cuts through the unctuousness. Spoon some on top of some rice, and top with some gravy = the perfect bite! - Pinakbet: The vegetables were cooked just right. Somehow, the okra was not slimy! I could not really taste the aligue in this though. - Tortang Talong: I had high hopes for this because I love tortang talong. But it was a bit dry, and the kesong puti was so sparse that you don't taste it. - Piaya ice cream sandwich: they had run out of ube and quezo ice cream so I had no choice but to go with vanilla. The caramel drizzle was delicious and almost chewy! But the piaya layers became a bit difficult to eat after being pressed up against the ice cream. I'd like to go back and try the quezo version of this. I think the flavor combination would be more unique. - Crispy Buko Pie: You can really taste the Pandian in this, and you get a generous amount of buko. This should be consumed immediately as well! Bottom line: I would love to keep coming back to this restaurant! The food was delicious and I was impressed by how they made Filipino food "pretty" and not just "brown!"

Comforting Pinoy food, open 24/7. Honestly underrated…read more I swear, this place has been open for over a decade... and somehow I've been roaming Makati like a clueless NPC not knowing it existed. The betrayal. My own stomach deserved better. Solid late-night spot. Generous portions, comforting flavors, and a vibe that feels like a warm hug after a long day (or a long night out, depende sa choices mo). Alfresco dining is super chill, but be warned: it starts getting packed around 1-2AM with people who look like they've survived a full pub crawl. What we ordered: * Pork Bagnetsilog - Crispy, well-seasoned, and surprisingly generous. * Talong Chips + Tokwa - My ultimate fave. I kept "trying one more" until suddenly... nothing was left. Zero self-control, and honestly? Worth it. * Chicharon Bulaklak + Tokwa - Dangerously crunchy. Perfect with rice or on its own. * Coffee Nagaraya Sorbetes - Fun idea, but the coffee flavor needs a little more oomph. Still worth a try. * Leche Flan Sorbetes - A sinful dulce de leche situation -- sweet tooth approved. Only downside: Parking took 30 mins to 1 hour. Will we be back? Absolutely. Probably sooner than parking trauma can heal. Another late night go-to unlocked.

I had a fantastic experience at Goto Monster. The food was outstanding--everything tasted fresh,…read moreflavorful, and was served at the perfect temperature. The service was top-notch, with attentive and friendly staff who made the visit enjoyable. The ambiance was also great, providing a clean and comfortable setting to enjoy my meal. Overall, a wonderful visit that I highly recommend!

I'll admit that parking was a bit challenging, as both the street parking and the restaurant's…read morebasement parking are quite limited. That said, once we stepped inside, everything else was spot on. From the warm welcome at the door to the attentive service and inviting décor, the experience started on a high note. We ordered the Pork Sisig, which arrived on a sizzling plate, visually appetizing and even better in flavor. The Vegetable Kare-Kare was another standout; despite not having the usual meat, it was rich, flavorful, and thoroughly satisfying. The Sinigang was a little milder than we prefer, but when we asked if it could be made more sour, the staff happily accommodated our request, which we really appreciated. The restaurant has a pleasant atmosphere that makes it a great spot for lunch with friends. Overall, we had a very enjoyable dining experience and would gladly come back.

Ombu is a restaurant located at the ground floor of the Sequioa Hotel in Quezon City. It offers…read moreFilipino food or fusion but focusing on Filipino dishes. The first time I visited this restaurant was for a meeting a few years back, but didn't quite get to enjoy the food because of work. This time, I went back with my family to finally try it. The staffs are very friendly and accommodating. We brought along our nephew and the waitstaff were able to keep him busy by providing pens and paper for doodling, and even a storybook. Food has a local Filipino fare, very tasty and price is reasonable. Was just a little disappointed on the Egg Tempura that we ordered. First of all, I was surprised to see the appearance of the tempura as it looked like thin breaded shrimp. Although the salted egg sauce was delicious, it overpowered the taste of the shrimp. Gising-gising was good, but I was surprised by its level of spiciness. I love the eggplant binangoonan. They also serve mahi-mahi sisig, which is kind of a healthier version of sisig. Overall, food and service are good and I would definitely come back.

One of my goal when I visit Manila is to eat all the food that I've been missing. And one of these…read moreis Contis mango bravo. surprisingly they also have other food on the menu besides cakes. I enjoyed every bite and appreciate the great customer service.

We were invited for snack in Makati and ended to dine in this place…read more The cafe and restaurant was a place. We were seated party of 8 . We ordered regular halo-halo, fresh lumpia , mozzarella cheese and champorado with bagniet on the side. We ordered mango slice cake which was amazing . The only thing I didn't appreciate was the the only attendant inside the restaurant. She was serving most of the table. So it took awhile for our orders to be complete. We frequently asked for water, the cake came in late. Overall it was ok .

Visited here twice with my family during our visit back home to the Philippines. Both times I…read moreregretted not ordering every single dish on the menu!!! Everything we ate was so delicious. Everyone was a big fan of the lechon sampler platter. I loved that it came with all the sauces... the Mang Tomas, etc. The shrimp dish was also very tasty and seasoned well. Customer service was above average. Our waiter was attentive and pleasant. Ambiance was casual, as this is located in the mall. Will be a return customer!

Definitely *the best pig in the world" to quote Anthony Bourdain. We also tried the ensaladang…read moretalong which was excellent, and the adobong kangkong which was quite forgettable. The servers were friendly and there's enough seating, just not very comfortable seating.