So I ordered a grilled chicken burrito. They were in halves. I only had one cause it really was…read morefilling. The other half, I took home. I thought it was kinda dry. My first burrito did have 99% rice so this one had a little less than 99% so I'd say it's better than that. The chicken was good. The veggies were just like some lettuce and beans. Dips were perfect. I'm not sure if this is authentic burrito, but I'm pretty sure it's not more of rice and not so bland. I can't say I've experienced better, but I guess they can do better. I think they're a bit pricey for most people. For me, it's just right considering how I was filled with just half the burrito (or I probably just have a tiny stomach to fill). Might try other stuff from here when I'm in the area. But I hope they do something with the dryness and bland taste of the food.

Not impressed. I'm a fan of Mexican food, and this is pretty disappointing. I ordered the Grilled…read moreChicken Burrito and it was 80% rice. That would've been okay had the rice been flavorful, but it was bland. The chicken in it was pretty good, but I wish there was just more. And where are my veggies and black beans? What burrito is this? I thought the garlic sauce would be the saving grace, but it tasted weird. Sana nag-Army Navy nalang ako. The nacho platter in terms of appearance was pretty exciting--colorful, lots of toppings, etc. But it also fell short. There was a lot of ingredients, but they tasted store-bought and pretty cheap. Again, I was looking for more black beans, jalapeno and a bit more spice. Contrary to its plating, the flavors I'm looking for in a good nacho platter was just not there. My friend ordered the Pollo meal and was also disappointed. If you're in Mega Food Hall, I suggest you skip them and jump right to the long queue at Frankie's where what you'll be paying for will be worth it.

Did not expect much because of its simple interiors but was quite surprised that the place was very…read morebusy on a Sunday afternoon. Loved their burrito! Incredibly tasty and very filling. And glad that they didn't scrimp on beef and cheese on their nachos! Prices were very reasonable and dishes were hella good!

My brother and I had the chance to try Silantro in Kapitolyo! Silantro is Fil-Mex Cantina and, yes,…read morethey sprinkle Cilantro on ALL of their dishes. The place always has a long line every time we pass by. Imagine our surprise when, even on a Monday, the place was packed! We ordered Silantro's Calliente Wings (Php170, 3.7USD) for our starter. Their Lucha Tacos is one of their best-sellers. We had the Medio which offers double choice of meat in 2 taco shells (option for soft or hard shell, we went for the the soft shell) for only Php95 (2USD)! We ordered the lengua and lamb. For the adventurous, there is ox stripe. But, they also have chicken and beef for those who want to play it safe. Go for the lengua, really good! I also had a Mojito (Php90, 1.9USD), one glass was definitely not enough. The only thing we didn't like about Silantro was their service. It took them quite a long time to serve our food. But, even with the waiting time, the food is worth it. I'm going back to this place with my friends. Next time, I'll be ordering their Unli Mojito! :)

When it comes to delicious all-American grub, Chili's has always been one of my family's top picks…read more Just recently, Chili's launched some new dishes, including what they call "Art of the Burger," where their chefs created fresh new flavor combinations! Aside from that, they also have new sides and shakes for those in search for the unique. Here's a look at what to expect on your next visit: Crispy Corn Masa Fries (P300) It's their tasty house-made fusion of potatoes and toasted corn seasoned with chimichurri sauce, parmesan blend, cilantro, and lemon-char seasoning salt, served with three dips (jalapeño aioli, chipotle aioli, and ketchup) A similar dish is their Chicken-loaded Crispy Corn Masa Fries (P525) which makes use of the same tasty house-made fusion of potatoes and toasted corn, but topped with smoked and grilled chicken mix, queso blanco, queso crumbles, green chile sauce, and cilantro. Both items are good to share (and actually pretty heavy), so I suggest getting only one order per group of maybe four to five people to leave enough room for the main dish. These were pretty addicting - everyone couldn't seem to stop eating them since the fries really have good flavor combinations to them. For the dips, my favorite is the chipotle aioli (plus anything with cheese is okay in my book.) For the burgers, we started off with the bites. The Bacon Perfection Bites (P650) is Chili's house-made blend of premium ground beef and bacon, topped with pickles, cheese, and more bacon (who doesn't like bacon!?) It is then drizzled with jalapeño aioli on a buttered toasted bites bun and served with garlic parmesan fries. If you want something healthier, compared to bacon, at least, here is their Shrimp Masterpieces (P550) - succulent house-made shrimp patty on pickled onion coleslaw, pico de gallo, chipotle aioli, and Southwest Cajun seasoning. Of course, the burger is smothered in queso fundido on the same buttered toasted bites bun. Also served with garlic parmesan fries. These burgers are the perfect size to share. But if you want to go big, then perhaps the Magnificent Beef & Shrimp Burger (P650) is the one for you. Thanks to Chili's, we now have the perfect marriage of a hamburger patty and shrimp patty with, of course, queso fundido. The entire thing is placed on pickled onion coleslaw, pico de gallo, and chipotle aioli, topped with avocado slices. Avocado seem to be all the rage nowadays, so it's nice that they found a way to incorporate it into their newest burger. Work of art indeed! Last but not the least is their Sunrise Burger (P550), a carefully constructed breakfast burger with leaf lettuce, tomato, onions, and their signature sauce, topped with queso fundido, bacon, and fried egg. Since burgers and fries go best with shakes, they also came up with two new offerings! The Molten Shake is all about the chocolate, while the Coffee Toffee is, well, all about the coffee (and toffee). For P220, it is a pretty sweet deal, if you ask me. ;) Don't skip on dessert since their Salted Caramel Molten Lava Cake (P420) will change your life! It's everything your salted caramel loving heart desires and more!

Overpriced food and mediocre taste. Service needs improvement. I must have asked for a glass of…read morewater 4X.

I like this place! It is right beside the sb I like to study at. I have only been to Chili's once…read morein the states. I would say it is way better here. It was busy tonight because it's a holiday and a lot of restaurants are closed. We waited less than 10 minutes for a table. They have a lot of seating and a bar with tvs too. I ordered a mango shake which was just OK, nothing special. Also got the bacon chicken ranch quesadilla. Which I really liked. They know how to make a a flavourful and filling quesadilla. It was pretty big and I only finished half. I liked that our server came over to ask if we liked our food. I feel they don't ask that a lot in restaurants. They just serve your food and let you be. I think the food is kind if pricey as well but good portions at least. :)

Gringo offers chicken and ribs with sides, and other tex-mex dishes (burrito, taco, quesadillas…read moreetc). I would highly recommend their Southern Spice chicken (or original for non-spicy option) with sides. I like how they have healthy options for the side dishes. I always get mashed camote (sweet potato) and garlic mushroom. For the regular sides, I like mashed potato, buttered corn and fried saba (banana). You can also ask for a refill of the sauces that come with the chicken (garlic and spicy). Their baby back ribs are quite a splurge, but the ribs are cooked well :) I also get their house blend iced tea which is a great complement to their dishes. The pitcher size is great for sharing. They also have alcoholic drinks like local and imported beer. Compared to its competitors, Gringo has a great vibe that for me is always a plus. I will definitely come back to try other items in their menu :)

Love their Garlic Sriracha!! :) I just wish they had plain rice. :(…read more Not a fan of their Quesadillas.

Buffalo Wings N' Things offers one of the best Buffalo wings in Manila. Whether you like to eat…read moreyour wings as tenders, or enjoy the juices on the bones, you'll definitely find the meat very tender. They let you choose from a wide range of flavors, adjusting the heat of your wings to your pleasure. Their best-selling flavor, New York's Finest, brings a mixture of sourness and heat that is just enough to keep you wanting more, despite any arguments your stomach or diet may have. You can get a side of blue cheese to compensate if the heat might not be to your liking, but what would a Filipino meal be without rice? Their Dirty Rice is a mix of Mexican spices on fried rice topped with a small scoop of salsa. Add a bottle of beer (or four, if you're not driving), and you'll soon feel like starting the experience all over again.

Perfect for lunch and if you're a fan of Spanish or Latin American food, Cocina Juan draws people…read morein with their colorful, charming facade and promising recommendations from diners. Stepping inside, we were greeted by their cupcakes, which I found slightly distracting from the whole Latin American concept. Apparently, it's a good representation of what to expect. Although the interiors were consistent with Cocina Juan's facade--small but beautiful and culturally apt, their dishes were a fusion of Spanish delicacies and American comfort food. I opted for the Chicken Cheese con Chimichurri (see photos). It was a hearty meal for P200: The chicken was moist and perfectly cooked, though I would have liked more heat on my chimichurri and perhaps a more generous topping of it; the cheese was a nice surprise, but I wasn't a big fan. I also would've liked a bit more cherry tomatoes to compliment the sweet sinful char of the grilled chicken. I found this meal perfect with their classic lemonade drink, which thankfully wasn't that sweet because I had a bit of a sore throat that day. Finally, we gave in to the sweet cupcake temptation. I had the red velvet just to be safe. Though it didn't disappoint in terms of flavor, I found the cake base a bit too heavy and sticky. The cream cheese though was the saving grace. Not bad if only their brewed coffee was available. (It did become available later when we were halfway done with our cupcakes.) Overall, it was a good lunch. Now I'm just dreaming about what their burrito and taco selections taste like.

Let's us all bow our heads and give a moment of silence to thank the powers of the universe that…read moreburritos exist. Okay, we're done and I would like to say that burritos are fantastically one of my favorite food ever. And all its Tex-Mex cousins like tacos and nachos have a special place in my heart too. That's why I'm so happy that Cocina Juan is back for Maginhawa for good. Cocina Juan serves Nicaraguan and Tex-Mex food in their hippie-vibe, free-spirit art restaurant. During the Maginhawa road works a year or two ago, they had to shut down for a while. But now they're back, and they have cupcakes! PROS: They renovated the place so it's roomier and I still love their décor; Food is as good as before. Their Everything-on-it Nachos is a family favorite. And of course, their burritos. Enough said; A bit of a wait time for made-to-order grilled food but the staff are so nice, you wouldn't mind. CONS: They don't serve complimentary nachos anymore; Serving sizes are still good enough but it was less compared to before they went on hiatus; A lot of their offerings got more expensive too. TL;DR: Cocina Juan is a restaurant with food so good that you'll come back over and over again.

Before anything else, I'm sure you want to know what a Chalupa is! The word 'chalupa' comes from…read morethe Mexican-Spanish word for a canoe or small boat. It is made from corn which is fried and becomes crispy, flaky. Julio's Home of the Chalupa is the American chalupa version. Theirs is a deep-fried flat bread which is chewier and thicker than a traditional chalupa. The fillings are usually ground beef, cheese, sour cream, and lettuce. My brother introduced me to this place and it is just so good! Think of it like a thick taco! Crispy, chewy goodness with every bite. If it's your first time to eat here, go for the traditional chalupa! Be careful with the Chipotle sauce but, it does make the chalupas taste better. The most recent time I ate here, they now serve a dessert chalupa! The chocolate sauce they use is so thick and creamy. It was addictive! :P

A chalupa is either a small boat or a Mexican street food. Luckily instead of having to lug an…read moreaquatic vessel home every time I go to Julio's Home of the Chalupa, I get chewy, crispy puffs of deliciousness. More accurately, you get a puffy taco shell, made by deep frying a freshly rolled out piece of dough, filled with your choice of meat, vegetables, and sauce. The chalupa shell is the star of the show here. Its crisp golden crunch yields to a soft, chewy inside. I'd eat it with just sauce. Chipotle sauce, to be exact. Julio's gives a choice of regular crema sauce and spicy chipotle sauce. Crema finds itself somewhere between sour cream and mayonnaise both in flavor and viscosity. The regular version here reminds me of a runnier and tangier shawarma sauce, and is good in its own right. However, I'm a chilihead and the Chipotle adds a nice smoky kick to the crema. Highly recommended. As for proteins, to be honest they take a backseat here. The ground beef is alright, and there's not too much gristle, but I far prefer the grilled chicken for the texture. It's firm and meaty and provides a contrast to the shell. All in all, I highly recommend Julio's' chalupas. It's a cut above a normal taco.

There's something about Chili's that makes it the perfect place for family gatherings. Its meals…read moreare usually for sharing and they have a wide selection of dishes to choose from so it's nearly impossible for anyone to get sick of this place. This restaurant also has a nice interior with its Southwestern theme. It's not everyday that you get a taste of Southwestern food here in the Philippines. Everytime I go here for lunch with my friends or family, I end up ordering their bottomless Tostada chips served with their tasty and flavorful house-made salsa. For additional dips, you can pay for their Ranch dressing and Queso. For my main course, I often have their Grilled Chicken Sandwich, which has crispy bacon, lettuce, tomato, Swiss cheese, and their to-die-for honey mustard dressing. If you want something sweet after the main course, you can have their Molten Chocolate Cake, which is shaped just like a volcano. A look of this delectably delicious cake would make you drool. It might be a little bit pricey for some of us, but sometimes you have to pay money for good food!

Sometimes, working girls need to cut down on food expenses to pay for that expensive bag they…read morebought last week. (Guilty!) But I still do have a social life you know, which is why I'm thankful to have friends who understand when I'm down and broke. When this happens, Chili's is the obvious choice. Not for their great tasting burgers, not for their quesadillas and not even for their mojitos. Chili's is the obvious choice for their unlimited nachos! Unlimited nachos is actually the best thing ever. I remember there was a time when my dinner group of 4 ordered just that and nothing else. We stayed there for more than 3 hours while we happily downed cold water for drinks. Nothing can really get in the way of saving for that adorable bag, so thank god for unlimited nachos. For good old American food, Chili's is always the best choice.

As a tourist I avoided American franchise food. I can eat that at home. However, the in-laws wanted…read moreAmerican cuisine. Denny's it is then! Ambiance was as American as a Denny's in America's heartland. They even had American country, John Denver, and classic rock, Meat Loaf, playing on the Muzak. I ordered my Denny's standby, ham n cheese omelette. I was in for a surprise. Upon arrival a plate with a plain omelette was set in front of me. On the sides were two dishes of chopped cheddar and chopped ham! I explained to the waitress how a Denny's ham n cheese omelette was made. She took it back. They then cooked fresh eggs, layered in the chopped ham, then cheese. Melted just right, folded it, placed it on a clean plate, and served it to me. Delicious. On my next trip I'll check if they still know how. .

The food was okay. The environment was a little cute. Staff were nice. Just didn't like how there…read morewas barely anything on the salad and sandwich