We needed a restaurant who actually serves "real filipino meal" and not just a snack shop so we're…read moreglad Cocina En Cantilado was close by. It was a few minutes away from the whale shark watching where we were prior so we definitely came in hungry lol The restaurant was by the road so it was easy to spot. They also have parking space so that was convenient. Be aware that the restaurant is an open one so there is no air-conditioning but they did provide us with a fan which really helped from that hot July weather. Some of the items on the menu were not available at that time like their pizzas but otherwise the rest of the filipino food were. The scallops were good but I guess it came a bit to buttery/margarine-y (lol) for me. Good nonetheless. The pork belly was tasty as usual but my favorite was the crispy pata which the staff mentioned was also one of their best sellers. Perfectly seasoned and cooked! Crispy and meaty at the same time. Writing about it is actually making me hungry. There was one on the menu which was a tad too salty but i forgot which one it was. Anyway overall we had a good and filling meal which was what we were looking for. Clean space, good food, very nice staff and had a wonderful view of Oslob's blue waters. Just be careful coz the "nest" is by the cliff, thus where they most likely got the restaurant name of "Cantilado" from.

absolutely fantastic Filipino traditional food in an open air restaurant. Prices are very…read morereasonable and they have a great ocean view. we ordered 8 different dishes and shared them amongst our group so we got to taste multiple items. Our mixed group of adults, children, Filipinos and Canadians all enjoyed the meal. the crocodile sisig is a nice novelty dish (their specialty) and i was not at all disappointed. it was very good!! I easily recommend this restaurant for anyone intereted in Filipino food and travelling in the area for the famous Oslob whale shark watching tour. 10/10

Good food. Compare with other restaurant around, it can taste great Philippi cuisine.read more

Good food at good price! Spicy noodle soup is very appetising and the crispy intestine is also…read morevery good.

Came here almost every day during my 5 nights on Suquijor. Staying close by was a lucky decision…read more The food was always tasty. Highlights were the kinilaw, Sisig, banana blossom burger(and I'm not even a vegetarian), fried chicken. Lowlights were the sizzling bulalo, seafood Kare Kare. The Friday night Lechon roast was great. Go if you can. We liked sitting in the garden for dinner but inside for lunch since there were fans. Happy hour drinks were meh but not a big deal for us. Service was always very nice. The bonus was they accepted credit cards.

With other options close by, this place would be the last on my list to go to. This place used to…read morebe good but with time, their service and their food has gone down hill.

Ven'z is the most popular restaurant in the area for a reason! They have a ton of selection, mostly…read moreof the traditional Filipino fare, and their food is quite flavorful with a multitude of ingredients, especially as it applies to a province standard. Their portions are also a bit larger than normal and for the price it is a steal! They even offer vegan dishes which is unheard of in the Philippines. Honestly though, after seeing the poor living conditions of most Filipinos -- and knowing that most would starve with the mandatory lock down that was soon to come with the pandemic -- I don't ever want to be vegan. Alas, I digress... You could tell that they place freshness in high regard as all of their seafood items must be placed well in advanced. I was sad I could not order their kinilaw in that light, but their *Chicken Afritada* (P200) did provide a superior level of comfort! They use real chicken breast, which might have been a tad over done and therefore dry, but it did not matter since the tomato-based stew was rich and well-developed. I thought it was SUPER cute how they shaped the rice into a heart. The *Mango Float* came highly recommended and the fact that most people around us were ordering it gave us high prospects. They do pre-make these and freeze them as it would be difficult to craft the mango slices into what appeared to be a rose! Super crafty and the custard on the bottom was to die for! Ven'z certainly provides a finer dining experience which isn't always the case of most restaurants and eateries in the province. They are an anomaly, but they have figured out a formula that has allowed themselves to be successful and thereby enable them to afford and source the multitude of ingredients needed to cook such tasty meals.

Great environment, and pretty good food! We wanted some authentic Filipino food while in town. The…read morereviews are correct when they say the pork sisig is fantastic. We also got a chorizo pancit dish that was a special which I could take or leave. The way the sausage was cooked was with a sweeter sauce that I didn't prefer and then the pancit itself was just fine.

One of my all time favorite restaurants! We were driving back from my Lola's and stopped by to eat…read more We all ordered chicken inato. One of the best things to get here! It comes with rice and a papaya side dish. We also ordered kinilaw to share. So good. And the chicken is juicy with a fabulous marinade on it. The kinilaw is very much the Filipino version of ceviche. Light and refreshing. We also got halo halo. Decent. Not the best I've had but it's a good option. Could use more toppings. Still refreshing to eat on a hot day! They have hand washing stations outside which is helpful since the food is sticky and a bit messy to eat. Tons of covered seating here with great views of the ocean.

I can't give this place the 5 star review. I've been…read moreeating only Jos Inato at least once a day for over a month now. This is one of the most awesome views I've ever had from a restaurant. I simply don't like the food as much as the Bayawan branch. I think this is because they served their coke in cans whole Bayawan served theirs in glass bottles. A very picturesque setting that was ruined by horrible canned Cokes. The only Cokes that are worth a damn are Mexican Coke. The Philippines should take note. Mexico made Coke only use Mexican sugar in their Coke. Their glass bottles Cokes tastes OK. The canned Coke is HORRIBLE. They both list "Sugar and/or High Fructose Corn Syrup" I still think that is why everybody in America has diabetes. Unrelated I know. I just hate bad coke.

Harolds Rooftop Cafe is located, yes you guessed it, on the rooftop of Harolds Mansion in beautiful…read moreDumaguete! What makes this place great for me are the people, the warm reception and the 'all heart' approach which shines through the picking and choosing of mixed Western and Filipino dishes on their menu spread catering to tourists from all over the world. We met families from France, based in Manila for work, who were staying at the Hostel for a couple of days as they planned their trip around Harold's extensive island trip privileges and all so affordable, like swimming with their giant turtles around Apo island. I will have a different review specifically on that experience. (Harold, the owner of the hostel and cafe) operates/owns a diving and snorkelling expedition with his shop just by the entrance of the hostel where you can book day trips and rent gear for whatever activity you choose. We had the chance to meet Harold a couple of times as he is also based in L.A but was in town for a vacay. Harold is a gregarious local who ensures your stay in Dumaguete is gravitated outside the walls of his cafe/hostel which is why his love for the open water seeps through his warm smile as he passionately shares his virtuous take on salt water adventures that will entice visitors within the Philippines and from all over the world. Diving trips has a more intricate process as there are open water courses and certificates before your first dive with the crew. (Again will go into detail on a different review) I just wanted to give readers an insight of how Harolds Rooftop Cafe is the start and end to a fun filled day. My favourite picks from the menu are the Adobong Tuna and veggie lumpias. You cannot NOT have adobo when you visit the Philippines. Adobo is the ultimate dish which has all the fixings of garlic, soy sauce and vinegar simmered to perfection with seasonings to heighten the tenderness of any meat of your choosing, in this case the tuna. Sooooooo GOOOD! The second show stopper for me was the veggie lumpias and this cafe serves them BIG AND BOLD and stuffed to the max, fried to the perfect level of crisp and washing all that down with some ice cold beer while your wifi connection has a speed advantage on that rooftop so FaceTime with the parents was uninterrupted as I showcased my sun set view and authentic, good tasting grub. I mean everything else on their menu is portioned unsparingly compared to other restaurants in the area and you can't go wrong with quality. Price point on meals is important especially when your travel budget includes island hopping, travelling with family and excursions. Everything adds up quickly when you're on vacay mode so it's best to know places where it won't disappoint pockets and taste buds.

From the owner: Serves meat, vegan options available. Cafe located on the rooftop of Harolds Hostel. Serves local…read morefood including vegan dishes such as curries and salads. Also has raw vegan chocolates. Categories: Pizza, Organic, Raw, Juice bar, Beer/Wine, Asian, Bakery, Filipino, Non-veg

The crab is just great! I wish We had ordered more. Seafood…read moresoup, BBQ fish, Shrimp Shanghai rice are great. I am not a fan of puso salad (the one with banana bloom in it). It taste like kimchi and ginger in coconut milk. The spring rolls are fine. The oyster is straight to the point. Not too impressive, compared to the later plates.

Late lunch, took an unusually long time to get our food, the calamari was okay but tasteless…read morewithout the Thousand Island sauce, the Sizzling Marlin was tasty but too salty and very dry and tough. The mango shake was great as well as the San Mig Light beer. I do not recommend this place unless you have few other choices in the area.

Lechon is one of the Filipino "Must Eat" delicacies that you should try when visiting the…read morePhilippines. If you live in America, then you may have tried Lechon if you attended a party hosted by Filipino friends. Believe me, though, Lechon tastes so much better in the Philippines. Specifically, I think Cebu makes the BEST tasting Lechon in the world!! For those of you who do not know, Lechon is a whole roasted pig!! A true Filipino Delicacy!! We stopped in at the House of Lechon in Talisay, Cebu to try their version of Lechon. They make a regular Lechon and a spicy Lechon. Both taste fantastic!! Love the mixture of spices they use to make such flavorful lechon!! My favorite was the Spicy Lechon!! It was the best I tasted during our 3 week trip in the Philippines. I tried about a dozen of them!! Hey, there were a lot of parties that we attended and each one served lechon. Anyways, the House of Lechon in Talisay, Cebu is a wonderful place to try this popular Filipino delicacy! Their restaurant looks great inside. Beautifully decorated and the staff was awesome!! 5 stars for the House of Lechon!! They know what they are doing here!!

Really good food. Order the grilled stuff as these are the Filipino delicacies. Grilled pork and…read morechicken are must trys. The place is away from touristy places but on the way to the tourist spots you will visit so it's worth to stop by. Try it out! Plus very fast WiFi in an island with slow data.

If you're a huge fan of seafood (especially of shrimps and crab), come over to Alavar's!…read more They have their own special sauce that goes with pretty much everything -- even with just rice! Their crab prices can get pricey though as their crabs are usually huge (they charge crabs by the weight) and are live before being cooked and served to you. Driving to their location can also be a bit taxing as there are not a lot of landmarks around it, and it can get a bit scary if you decide to drive there at night, since there are not a lot of street lights lit on the way there.