There are very few places whose barbeque I've appreciated. I guess because in my head it's always…read moremy mother's barbeque recipe that always tops my list. Parang I've never really found one that can compare to hers. Naks! But just a while ago, I think I found the second best barbeque in the world - Maya's Delicious Barbeque! A pretty straightforward and vain name, don't you think? But I think it's just apt. The barbeque WAS delicious and I thoroughly enjoyed the one stick I had prior to actually getting my real lunch. If they were offering rice or if they just had chairs, I would've ordered 5 pieces of those magical grilled meat and thank the inihaw gods for opening my eyes to the wondrous creation of Maya. What makes Maya's barbeque truly delicious is the sweet-tangy marinade the meat is coated with. The barbeque is also super tender and because they grill it for a while before handing the stick to you, the meat isn't hard to bite on. I literally could have this anytime of the day! The great thing about Maya is that they actually allow bulk orders. So if you're looking for a legit barbeque caterer, I would recommend Maya. They also sell frozen barbeque so that's another option. They also sell Isaw (pork and chicken), Grilled Liempo and Chicken barbeque.

Maya's Delicious Barbeque was a hidden gem in Cherry Foodarama supermarket in Mandaluyong a few…read moreyears ago. While waiting for my mom inside the car, I got hungry and saw this barbeque stand in the parking area. I ordered one stick of their barbeque just to try it out and ended up buying a dozen for our dinner that night. Just like how they branded their barbeques, it was indeed delicious. Sadly when Cherry Foodarama closed down and was replaced by S&R, Maya's Delicious Barbeque also had to relocate and I'm glad that they relocated somewhere still near my area. You can order a small or big one for less than 50 pesos per stick. I love that they intertwine the pork and fat in one stick. The marinade they use is superb and the pork is tender. If you're on the hunt for good barbeques, do drop by Pioneer Centers parking lot and get some Maya's.

There are a dozen other reviews in this page that attests to Three Sisters' awesomeness, so this…read morepost won't be long. But yes, Three Sisters is definitely awesome. So awesome. Talagang awesome. Three Sisters has been an institution in Kapitolyo way before Kapitolyo became a popular food hub. Think 70s. This restaurant was built on the tender, smokey deliciousness of its pork and chicken barbeques. My God, those barbeques. When I was still living in Kapitolyo, it wasn't an unusual thing for me to buy two barbeques, then walk around the neighborhood while chomping on to them. I didn't care. Three Sisters used to be located close to the intersection, in a structure that has seen better days. However, they have since moved to a new joint that is brighter, airy, and snazzier. SO much better.

This restaurant have been here for such a long time the locals tell me. We had great pork skewers…read morehere! Will definitely come back and try more.

Atmosphere definitely felt like a BBQ joint back in the states ! We had the brisket, pork ribs,…read morepulled pork, and pork belly. All meats were very tender and flavorful!! This comes with a side of sweet potato chips and my word. They are DELICIOUS ! Also their mustard vinegar BBQ sauce is amazing !

Southern style BBQ in Manila? Be still my beating heart!…read more This new spot in Poblacion just opened, and I'm already looking forward to my next visit. In addition to skillfully done brisket and tasty pulled pork, Smokeyard also has a full bar and sides like dirty rice and corn. And they're open for lunch and until 2am on the weekends!

While Mang Larry's is the more popular isaw stand, the one that's usually two stands away is what I…read moreprefer. Their isaw is orange, which is prettier to look at (heheh), and they don't overcook the isaw like Mang Larry's often does. My street food of choice is isaw manok, and I haven't found another isawan that serves anything as good as what they have here. The stall directly next to it sells fishballs and kwek-kwek, so hanging out on that lawn with a mere fifty pesos will get you very far. Pair your street food with some refreshing buko juice, and you'll understand why this is a UP student's standard meal. It's not just cheap; it's actually really good! The stalls moved from the empty lot right across Law to the one next to it. The old location is now a parking lot, and while the new one allows several cars to park as well, the ground is much more uneven and rocky. Girls, leave your heels at home!

Hindi ko alam kung bakit si Mang Larry yung sikat na isawan sa UP, dahil yung katabi niyang isaw na…read moreorange naman ang masarap. Medyo mapakla at lasang abo kasi yung kay Mang Larry kaya hindi ko tipo, itong isaw na orange sa tabi niya mas may lasa, siguro dahil may marinade na ketchup at suka kaya naging orange. Pero hindi ko alam, palagay ko lang naman yun. Mas masarap bumili sa isawan na to dahil bukod sa mas masarap ay mas kaunti ang pila, hindi ka masyadong maghihintay ng matagal para makuha ang order mo. Maliliit lang serving sa stick ng isaw nila kaga damihan mo na rin ang orderdahil kapag nabitin ka, hassle nang maghintay uli. Isaw baboy at manok ang lagi kong binibili dito tapos ay isasawsaw sa maanghang na suka. Mmm! Ang sarap nito iulam sa kanin! Minsan ginagawa ko talaga yun, nagbabaon ako ng kanin tapos bumibili ako ng isaw dito pang hapunan.

First dinner when we landed in Manila was at this place. We arrived in the evening and got out of…read morethe airport kind of late. Choose this place because my kids wanted to eat Filipino food. It did not disappoint for their first Filipino meal in Manila. Service was a little off... friendly staff but not attentive. We were kind of left in the corner and forgotten. Nobody checked on us and we had to wait for our bill. We could have walked away without paying. Would have been so easy to eat and run... place is not totally enclosed and we were seated at the far edge of the restaurant away from the bar or the view of the staff. For a restaurant at a high end BGC area, the ambiance of this place is also a bit off and on the low end side. Will come back here only if it's the only choice I have.

Whenever my friends and I are starving but feel too kuripot to spend in the Fort area, we always…read moreend up Heaven's BBQ. This little corner at the end of the Fort Strip stands out from all the other semi-fancy places next to it. It's a no-nonsense, no-aircon, bbq kiosk that sells all your favorite grilled food (with a full bar too!). After minutes of trying to decide I ALWAYS end up getting the Heavenly Barsilog, 2 pieces of BBQ over a hot bed of rice! It sounds a little bitin and admittedly I get takaw tingin and think of getting more, good thing my friends always stop me. It hits the spot, every single time, and I leave just full enough! There really isn't anything like Filipino comfort food and I promise you Heaven's has got that covered! (Oh and they also deliver for those days you need EXTRA comforting and can't get out of bed!)

We love everything on their menu, their meats are to die for and I would give a big shout out to…read moretheir Chicken Skin appetizer, out of this world.

My post-college days ended up with me and my friends drinking at Lime and eating their gourmet…read morestreet food. It was heaven especially for us who were looking for cheaper alternatives around that time. I think anyone would absolutely be endeared to try out Lime 88 especially on nights where you're looking for something laid back in the Mandaluyong area. It's a bit hard to locate Lime 88 before but when it gained traction, you would know you're in the area because there are a lot of cars parked within the vicinity. It's a house that was turned into a restaurant. The original structure is still there with other memorabilia. It's no wonder people really like going to this place because it reminds you so much of just hanging out with your friends at home. When you're in Lime 88, it's impossible not to order their street food. It's criminal if you don't! You should try out their Balut in Red Wine Sauce (P120), Quail Egg Tempura (P60), Salt and Peppered Tenga (P90), Chicken Satay (P120) and their version of a Deep Fried California Maki (P150). You'll also love how they are plated! You have to get your cameras ready to Instagram the food they serve!

My Dad has always been a carnivore and we've always had steak or ribs for special occasions. With…read morethe number of times I've passed by Rub, I'd always find its frontage packed with double-parked cars and customers waiting in line outside. One night, we passed by it and saw that we beat everyone out of their offices and got to the area early. We parked immediately and soaked the glory in for a bit before entering. I personally liked the feel of the place because it was casual but homey at the same time, without being cheesy. With statement posters adorning the walls and chalkboards advertising their specials, I knew I was going to like it here. We decided to share an order of their super duo which had ribs for two and a choice of two side dishes. I was happy to see that they offered spinach as a siding so I got that, while my dad ordered their spiced rice. Goodness gracious, it was good! The meat was tender, almost falling off the bone and their sauce is really good, a good balance of tangy, sweet and smokey flavor. While my Dad got their brewed iced tea, as drink and dessert, I got their chocolate shake which I enjoyed not just because of the taste, but also because of the candy sprinkles and marshmallow toppings. I wouldn't mind a good rub and ribs at Rub Ribs anytime soon.

This is my favorite branch of Rub. Same bang-for-your-buck ribs you've loved in Kapitolyo and Sct…read moreRallos, but in a wider, more homey place with more seating. This branch is a bit of a challenge to get to though, and parking's a bit limited. That aside, the food will make your trip worth it.

A must try ! Cozy…read moreplace to eat after and we arrived after the busy hours. We did this on purpose so everyone would leave back to work on a weekday and had the place to ourselves and what an experience. The kansi so good (the taste is completely satisfying just add chilis :)..). Unli refills on the soup with melts in your mouth meats still Attached to bone and digging in on the bone marrow was insanely good and we paired it with the grilled chicken. We highly recommend you try it. Street parking after the front driveway spots are taken and beware of the parking lot folks that prey on customers assisting but wanting to be paid afterwards. Only thing you should be aware of is parking. Street os free for all so We parked on our own street-side and ignored the guy collecting a fee. If they were assisting during parking, then we would tip them but this is not mandatory. Plenty of spots on the street definitely.

I'm not sure if I said it before but, of all the Pinoy dishes that is my comfort food, I love…read moreanything with soup. Number 1 on the list is Tinola; 2nd place is Bulalo and Sinigang. Bulalo is beef soup made by cooking beef shanks and marrow bones until it becomes a clear broth. Sinigang is a mouth watering braised pork soup using Tamarind as a main souring ingredient. Now, what is Kansi? Kansi is a cross between Bulalo and Sinigang; it's Ilonggo's version of Bulalo. For me, it's the best of both worlds! I love the clear beef broth with the hint of sourness. Pat Pat's Kansi is found in a humble, residential area and it is visited not only by people living in the neighborhood but people who live all the way from Alabang go here to eat Kansi. I'm just lucky that Pat Pat's is literally a few blocks away from Carlo's house. (All the soup I want!) You have 2 choices in the way you want the soup served: Kansi Bulalo (with the bone) or Kansi Laman (no bone, just the beef meat). I always get the Kansi Laman when I'm sharing with others (plus, it's the cheaper option at only Php145). But, when I need to feel extra better after a "bad day," I order the Kansi Bulalo. There's something about eating hot soup with gelatinous bone marrow. *drools* My favorite combo is the Kansi Laman with grilled pork belly. When I'm extra hungry, I also order their Chicken Paa + Chicken Isol (Chicken tails). Wash it all down with Fresh Buko! YUM! The only downside is that they close early. :( I don't know about you but, a bowl of hot Kansi goes so very well after having a couple of drinks with friends!

We had 52 guests with an overnight reservation. Jorge, the Malugay branch supervisor was very…read moreaccomodating and fulfilled our requests to the letter. We had 2 deaths in the family and our minds and hearts were not in the right place. But your staff took good care of us and our guests. My very rich relatives didn't mind the tightness of the space since the food was excellent and freshly made. Joel Torre, you were my HS crush and your staff and food made me love you even more. Kudos to a very well trained Malugay Street branch staff!!! Boots Lagdameo Jazz Residences

The staffs are good, no solicitors, no beggars, the inasal is delicious, we went there from St…read more Lukes BGC, and it is near S&R and the ambiance is good