I wouldn't call Las Paellas' food traditional Spanish, but it'll do; everything here is updated to…read morebe a little more modern and friendly to Filipino taste buds. Their paellas, of course, are a must-have every time my family eats lunch here. We usually go for the negra or marinara, or both if we're a big group with relatives from outside the household. And if I remember correctly, they've got killer french onion soup, with bread and melted cheese on top that singes your tongue if you bite into it while it's still hot. Their menu is very kid friendly, with calamari and yummy mozzarella sticks as some of their best selling appetizers. When I eat here, I usually get some kind of steak (see, so un-Spanish) that comes with creamy mashed potato from scratch, a fair sized serving of steamed vegetables, and gravy galore. I generally leave pretty satisfied with my meal.

Earlier I ordered the plain churros to kick off the "first timer" treat and I wasnt disappointed at…read moreall. We had 18 pcs in a paper cone. For 6 of us and we couldnt even finish it. The chocolate dip was so strong. They offered so much flavors but if you wanted to start off slowly, i recommend getting the plain one. Its so affordable!

Don't be intimidated by the sound of its name and how swanky it looks from the outside. The place…read moreactually feels homey (in a rustic kind of way) inside and their staff, courteous. The food? Delicious and surprisingly, affordable. They serve their classic churros fresh and hot, and the hot chocolate dip dark and rich. Everything about it makes me think of #rainydaygoals hahaha. Their chocolate-covered churros are served cold, which can be paired perfectly with their latte. We had those big order of classic churros (around 12?), a couple of flavored ones (Dulce de Leche for the win!) and some choco-coated churros for a little over 500 pesos. Not bad, eh? I must say, I'm quite impressed with their menu and value for money. I'll definitely be back soon to try their breakfast sets (French Toast sounds good!).

It's been 5 years and I'm still dreaming about their paella negra. Can't wait to go back on my next…read moretrip to the Philippines. Definitely stopping by for that and more

As a first time visitor to the Philippines and eating out I can say the food was good . The quality…read moreand quantity was above and beyond . The service thou could be a little better . Yes it is time of Covid but the servers never came to check on us. Never asked if we needed anything else . Plus on the ordering of the food there was a lot of items on the menu was not available. I would eat here again thou because the food was good .

Paella was worth the long wait...very good, plenty of ingredients. The bolognese was also…read moreokay....pollo frito was not good, it actually had very little actual chicken meat. Leg/thigh fried, came with gravy, I ate skin and gravy...the little chicken meat there was had black things attached to it, kind of disgusting. Pollo al Asillo (chicken spicy garlic sauce) was tasteless, not good. Linguini al pesto had a lot of a tomato sauce on top, took away from the pesto flavor...bottom line , come for the paella...that's it!!! Very good service.

Who does not like Spanish tapas? It is one of my favorite foods and when in Manila, Philippines, I…read morewas luckily invited for a dinner party at Alba Restaurante in Makati. On entering the restaurant, one cannot but notice the well-appointed red tablecloth tables with cloth napkins. The dishes at our disposal were many. They were Gambas (shrimp) in garlic and oil, potato croquettes, Spanish sausage, baked oysters, mushrooms, crostini with dip, chicken, spinach pizza and of course, seafood paella. To add to the cozy ambiance of this restaurant were three singers with Spanish guitars, serenading the audience in the restaurant. Our group got several renditions of Spanish ballads including, "Guantanamera". We sang along for this one. All the dishes were prepared well and highlighted their own distinct taste and flavors. My favorites were the croquettes, the baked oysters and the seafood paella. The croquettes were crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. The oysters though small, came 12 to a plate and were moist and well charred to bring out the baked parmesan fragrance. The seafood paella was the crown jewel of the evening. It contained several seafood varieties and was made fresh. It came out slightly charred at the bottom, as does any good paella. When scraped, mixed with the other contents, and eaten, one is rewarded with several bursts of aroma and taste. Table service was excellent. Muchas Gracias, Senores y Senoras.

Alba Restaurante Español has been serving traditional Spanish food in Manila since 1952. It's one…read moreof those old-school Spanish restaurants with wooden furniture, traditional interiors and a cozy, relaxed atmosphere that's nice for family lunches. We ordered the Paella Negra, Callos, Gambas al Ajillo and Chorizo. Of everything we tried, the Paella Negra was definitely the standout. Very good, flavorful, with a rich squid ink taste and nicely cooked rice. I can understand why Alba is known for its paella. The Callos, a traditional Spanish stew with tripe, chorizo and chickpeas, was good, although I enjoyed the paella more. The gambas and chorizo were okay naman, nothing particularly memorable, but we enjoyed the meal overall. For dessert, we had their famous Canonigo with vanilla sauce, which I really enjoyed. It was light, fluffy and airy, with just the right amount of sweetness. The creamy vanilla sauce went really well with it, especially after all the rich Spanish dishes. They also have a deli where you can buy Jamón Serrano, Chorizo, Salchichón, Lomo, Spanish sausages, cheeses and other imported products. There's a separate dessert counter with cakes, brownies, pastries and their Canonigo, which you can also take home. Service was attentive Overall, a nice place for a relaxed family lunch. I enjoyed the meal, but the Paella Negra and Canonigo were my favorites and the two dishes I'd definitely come back for.

I would have given it 4 stars if not for the pricey items on the menu. I paid 1500 pesos for 2…read morepeople ($45 CAD). If the portions were bigger, I wouldn't complain of the prices. But if you check the pictures I posted you can see how small the portions were. We didnt even order any drinks. We only had tap water! In fairness to Alba, the food were delicious. The beef salpicao was my favourite. The beef tenderloin was so juicy. It was perfectly cooked. The chorizo and tostados quezorizo were yummy. The chorizo was a perfectly blend of sweet, salty and spicy. The quezo on toasty was so creamy. If ever I come back I think I will go for the buffet for 695 pesos ($21 CAD). You get value for your money. The service was so so. Our server didn't check on us until we call to ask for our bill.

We had lunch here the other day with friends and family…read more This restaurant serve Spanish cuisine and is inside La Bella Residence. It's a huge commercial and residential compound, its developer set it up like in a Santorini Mediterranean style of buildings and a boutique hotel all painted in white. The place is kinda hard to find if you're an out of towner. You may try using Waze GPS, it might help. We ordered Paella de Marisco, Sulpicao, Callos and Gambas. They offered as starter freshly sliced baked baguette with 4 special dips specially made by Chef Arnaldo. I liked the aioli and balsamic dips. Their Gambas as an appetizer were made of seasoned grilled mushroom, tomatoes and succulent shrimps. It's delicious. The Callos were made from scratched. Taste great. The Paella de Marisco a seafood with chicken mixed seasoned yellow rice and chorizo served on a pan is delicious. Their Sulpicao is the authentic Spanish dish. The beef is tender, soft and moist. The mushrooms were marinated, soft and tender. It's delicious! Serving staff are helpful and courteous. Their food is pricey, serving is small. The developer requires that no trees should be cut within the compound to give way to the structures. Don't be surprised if you see a living trunk of a tree inside El Cocinero's bathroom and dining area. Small clean neutral gender bathroom.

Nestled away from the hustle of the Tagaytay main road, in the fabulous La Bella boutique hotel…read moregrounds, reminiscent of the pacifying azures and whites of the Cycladic islands, the El Cocinero serves unique, tremendously delicious Ibiza inspired food. The condiments for the bread were varied - sweet, tangy, creamy - it was tempting to stuff yourself before your meal arrived. We had some nice and light chicken soup with Jason Iberrico. The paella marisco was tasty and well done and the salpicao was delicious. All in all, worth a trip off the beaten path if you're not staying in the hotel!

Food is delicious . Friendly staff. Huge portion. Must try: Paella Negra, Gambas Au Ajillo, Lamb…read moreShank , Ox Tail and Osso Bucco are all fall-the-bone tender. It is now my go to place whenever I'm in Angeles.

Food is mediocre. We ordered the Lamb Shank and Osso Buco and it tasted as re heated meat. I dont…read morethink it was freshly made because the inside was at room temperature and the outside wasn't even warm enough. We ordered the calamari as well but it was all batter. We tried it but wouldn't come back. Very basic.

As beer lovers - we couldn't pass up the opportunity to try the Perfect Pint while on vacation…read more Such a spacious atmosphere and very welcoming staff! As an IPA lover, I tried all of their IPAs. I found them to be a bit too malty and heavy for me. I did enjoy their Honey Wheat Ale - which was fruity and more on the earthy side.

Stopped here to sample some local craft beers while staying at a hotel about a 10 minute walk away…read more Ended up choosing this place based on a recommendation from a waitress at another restaurant. The atmosphere and decor were great, with a very modern and date I say American craft brewery feel. The best selection was impressive, all brewed in house (see pictures). As I usually do, I ordered a flight to sample several of their beers and referenced Untappd for those with the best rating. While these beers are likely adjusted to the local taste palettes, when comparing them to the numerous breweries I've been to in the United States I wasn't able to rate any of the beers I tried much above average. I found them to be relatively bland in comparison. It is still a great venue and one you will likely enjoy if you are looking for a fun atmosphere with a large selection of unique tap beers.

First time here with my family. Had a few drinks. Service was Filipino standard. The severs are…read morereally nice and accommodating. The Patatas bravas ,the Gambas and the smoked eggplant with feta was good. Will come again when in town.

From the owner: Pablo's Barbacoa,a truly unique food experience that makes it a destination food place in the…read moreSouth. Located at Paseo de Santa Rosa in Santa Rosa, Laguna. Be sure to try the Espetada's, Barbacoa's and let Pablo's dishes take your taste buds to live and savor the Latin, Caribbean and Portuguese flavors.

Hotel buffets are cutthroat competition. You're charging guests for thousands of Pesos, so…read morenaturally they'll be looking to make the most out of their money. Just giving them sashimi doesn't cut it anymore. It's something they can have at Yakimix or Sambokojin for half the price. You have to add something a bit more so that diners can rationalize for themselves that they got what they paid for. In Bellevue's Café d' Asie in Alabang, they serve what you'd normally see in hotel buffets - sashimi, rib-eye steak, and fresh shrimps. What I like that I don't see in other places though, is the Mongolian barbecue station. It's really not much, but I like it, especially since you can have as many shrimps as you can as opposed to going to a dedicated Mongolian buffet which doesn't even have shrimp. This, coupled with the fact that the staff of Bellevue are among the best, is enough to make someone like me from the other side of the Metro be willing to make the long trek there because I know I'm getting my money's worth.

Finally, the day has come for me to feast again at Bellevue Manila's Café d' Asie.My special moment…read morehere was spent with my colleagues as we celebrated our first team building. We went to Bellevue after work at around seven in the morning, most of the tables were still empty and the waiters were very accommodating in leading us to the large round table that we have previously reserved. The ambience was high -class and elegant, and the almost 50 foot chandelier hanging above gave a wonderful site and superior feel to the area. I usually go to Café d'Asie at dinner with my family, but today I experienced dining at breakfast time. When I'm in a buffet setting, I usually target the Japanese section and go for the sashimis, but sadly, (maybe because they were still serving breakfast), my usual favorite dishes like roast beefs, lechon, steaks, cakes and desserts were still not available. Nevertheless, I've discovered some great tasting breakfast dishes such as their Swiss Muesli; after thorough observation I noticed that it was a combination of oats, nuts, apples, yogurt, milk, raisins, walnuts, almonds, milk and honey- and wow, it's a perfect ten for all the oatmeals that I've eaten my life. They have breads and pastries, several imported cheeses, meats, hams, bacon, muffins, croisaants, imported yogurt,, spreads, ommeletes, danggits, crispy squids, Korean and Mongolian sections, a lot of fresh and vegetables. Previously, dining at Cafe d' Asie does not include drinks, but now I had a choice between mango juice, orange juice , iced tea or coffee. The hotel manager was kind enough to give us a huge corporate discount and gave the buffet rates at a very affordable price. Truly a bang for the buck.