I paid $80 (5000 pesos) for the last bone in rib-eye they had and still wound up taking it home to…read morecook properly for breakfast after taking a couple of bites. My sister's medium boneless ribeye came out more rare than my medium rare and she finally had to settle for ribs! Which were actually edible. Biggest problem was the cutlery! The serrated steak knives were so dull and bent, you couldn't even cut a tender steak if you got one. If you can't even give your customers a decent knife, don't complain when they send back a steak. I give the manager credit for apologizing and doing what she could but Expats beware. If you're craving a good steak, save your $ and go to Wolfgang's. I understand that things are different here in the PI. I'm amazed that there is so much variety among restaurants. But it is not the fault of the locals when the restaurant company gives them cheap tools and products just to cut costs! Bad cooking is something else, though. A horrible experience at a Mesa restaurant actually made my wife go back in the kitchen and show the chef in training how to make adobo! Overall, I love the PI and the local cuisine. I think I'll stick to the chain restaurants that I know for certain are consistent.

Best in the Philippines.. Remind me of home cooked food like back in America. A little piece of…read moreAmerica here in the Philippines.

Great service. My server was named Jobs, he did a great job…read more Steak was cooked correctly. My only gripe is the serving sizes of the sides. Could be better. The ambiance doesn't match the price or quality of the food either. Overall it was good tho.

It's always a toss up when dining in mall establishments, so I was a bit skeptical when we came…read morehere to Mamou Prime. Friends wanted to take us out to try some Prime steak in Manila so why not! A bit of a surprise for the food here. We came with a big group of friends so ordered a variety of plates to share. The Dry-aged bone in steak was decent quality for APAC, but the star here was the truffle cream pasta dish! Like a lot of recommendations from others, the cream pasta is packed full of umami flavors and done just right. The purple rice here was also notably good. Overall a decent mall dining experience. I think I've come to the conclusion that in SEA/APAC a lot of good restaurants and dining experiences are mall centric.

The Food Hall has an interesting history. It started out being The Food Hall by celebrity chef Todd…read moreEnglish. In 2019, it dropped the Todd English association and just became The Food Hall. Besides this flagship restaurant, Todd lent his name to a burger joint named Pound (#) and a seafood restaurant called Hook. When they dropped Tood's name from The Food Hall in 2019, they also integrated the menus of both Pound and Hook into The Food Hall thereby creating a really expansive menu that covers almost every taste. Pizza, pastas, burgers, sushi, tacos, dumplings, salads, desserts, it's pretty much all here. And despite the celebrity chef heritage, the prices are actually downright economical. A salmon entree costs less than 500. That's well below what most restaurants in the area charge for much lower quality. Shrimp Gambas with 10 good size tender shrimp costs only 340. The staff are friendly. The ambiance its large and open and modern. It's really hard to find flaws with the restaurant. So it's honestly pretty perplexing how quiet it is here most nights. Even on a Friday or Saturday, its easy to get a seat without a reservation. But if you're in SM Aura, you really can't go wrong with dining in The Food Hall.

It could not get any better than this, American food in Manila! I came here one weekend with the…read morelove of my life just to have a relaxing quiet dinner. We ordered the truffle flatbread, carbonara, miso salmon and california roll. Everything was just delicious. The miso salmon just melts in your mouth. Todd English never disappoints that's for sure.

If you like meat it's the spot. I had a cheese burger with fries. The portions are not big but the…read moreburger was tasty even though it wasn't hot.

When in Marikina try Karnevore! They don't need to pretend they're good, so look beyond the facade…read moreor the lack thereof and meat the food that can grill you on the art of meat. FOOD 5.0 "They're on the right track to tasting success." SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESE (200 PHP) For a grilling place they serve delicious pasta that's topped with a hefty meaty meatball. Pasta was cooked just right and the sauce proportioned to the amount of pasta. PORK FACE BUNS (125 PHP) Steamed white bun that's firm yet moist, a perfect pedestal for the deliciousness that it will hold. The roasted sisig that forms the patty. Imagine biting into the firm and moist steamed white bun and reliving the moment all over again with the crispy sisig patty's crispy exterior and juicy insides. It's a sensation that must be experienced. Trust me the 3 pieces won't be enough. TOMMY CHOP (185 PHP) So we let our friends order the food since they choose the place . I had no idea of what I was expecting. We have to say its presentation alone impressed us, served on a wooden chopping board and the bone protruding as a handle like lamb chops. The meat was spoon tender, since we already wanted to have a slice of it and the knife was still in-use. I couldn't believe how tender and juicy the meat was. When told the price, we were amazed and shocked to have tasted something that would be close to triple the price in BGC. With over 200 reviews in BGC I have yet to taste something of this calibre. RIB-EYE STEAK (305 PHP) Another cheap yet delicious piece of meat. It's a good thing we don't live in Markina or we'd be here everyday. SPICY BUTTERED PORK RIBS (195 PHP) A minor reformulation of the ingredients like the cereal they use can make a big difference. We found it laden with sugar due to the cereals, which can make it an inconsistent dish. It's a great potential with its sweet and spicy flavour and crunch and juicy texture. SERVICE 4.5 They attended to our needs quickly. Refilling our water constantly and replenishing their cool iced tea. AMBIANCE 4.0 We were skeptical of our friends choice, but as a foodie we have to rate the overall value and theme the restaurant is trying to achieve. We could give 5 star hotels a 3 star for ambience if they fall below what they are expected of. Karnevore doesn't pretend to be something they are not. What they are is a simple "NO Air-conditioning" establishment that focuses on their meaty ambitions.

Consistently delicious! Every time I dine here, I discover a new favorite. The ingredients are…read morefresh and the dishes are incredibly well-balanced. A must-try restaurant.

Went here last weekend with my barkada after hearing so much about their famous panizza--finally…read moregot to try it and wow, it did not disappoint! We got the Original (rolled with alfalfa, super fresh and crunchy), the Tinlou with bacon and mushrooms, and one with Parma ham and artichokes. The crust was thin, crispy edges, perfect for rolling without falling apart, and the toppings tasted so fresh and balanced. Service was warm and quick even though it was packed, and the open kitchen vibe made it fun to watch everything being made. Dessert was the pistachio gelato--creamy, not overly sweet, just right. Pricey for a casual hang but worth every peso for the quality and the experience. Hidden gem in Paco talaga, will definitely drag more friends back soon!

A foodie friend referred me to this place a few years back. He said that they have the BEST pasta…read morein Manila--perhaps in the Philippines--perhaps one of the best you will have in your lifetime. I've always wanted to go but never found the time or opportunity, until last night. The rumors were true. Despite the peculiar choice for the location--a gas station in the middle of EDSA, for crying out loud, Va Bene served us some of the best pasta dishes I've ever had. We were greeted by their friendly, very accommodating staff, and it turned out to be a deliciously beautiful evening from there. The interiors, in my opinion, were nothing extravagant: glass-top tables overlooking paintings underneath, dark-painted chairs with tacky glossy varnish, and on one side a floor-to-ceiling shelf with their wines, cookbooks, and pasta-making paraphernalia for sale. I wouldn't say this was the work of a professional interior designer, but I felt the heart and the unassuming authentic Italian taste. Then came our food. I ordered the Lasagna a la Michele--lasagna with Italian sausage, bolognese, and parmesan cheese sauce. Presentation-wise, it looked like your typical lasagna served on a large hot plate instead, but it tasted far from the ordinary. Each forkful of the pasta layers was rich and heavenly. All I could think was, "I wouldn't want to gobble this up so quickly, it's too good!" The only thing missing was a piece of bread on the side or a glass of wine, so you wouldn't feel so "umay" if it was the only thing you ordered. But I have no complaints at all about the flavors and portion size. With this plate alone, I'm one more happy customer. I tried my friend's Black Ink Tagliolini--mixed seafood, marinara sauce, light tomato cream sauce, and it was nothing short of flavorful too. The sweetness from the seafood was the best partner for the very "malinamnam" black ink pasta. I wouldn't change a single thing about the dish. Va Bene also offers other main dishes if you want more than just pasta. We also ordered their Ciao Burger--chicken breast bruger served with homemade mayonnaise, semi-dried tomatoes, sauteed mushrooms, buffalo mozzarella, arugula leaves, and crispy potatoes. And my for an Italian restaurant, it's one burger I truly enjoyed. The ingredients, especially the arugula, were so fresh and green and it just made me feel happy stuffing them in my mouth. So when all the food was gone and we were happily paying for the above-average price of our bill while complimenting our server for the amazing food, he offered us some Lemon Drop shots--some lemon syrup with vodka that tasted good but was actually pretty strong. Will Va Bene ever run out of surprises? Overall, after just my first time here, Va Bene has become one of my favorite restaurants in Manila. (I'm eyeing that Parpadelle for my next visit.)

OH MY GOD THE HYPE IS REAL. Va Bene is the best, THE BEST Italian Restaurant I have had the…read morepleasure of dining at. Why this place is located in a gas station in EDSA is beyond me, but my god what an incredible restaurant. There was nothing put on or artificial about the whole experience, and you do get the sense that the staff knows what they're doing. The restaurant itself is bright and inviting, and while it had none of the lines we so associate with headliner restos, Va Bene always had customers in the two hours we stayed in there. Yes, two hours. As for the food, the names escape me right now but I had a pasta dish with lamb, and my friend had a mushroom/truffle pasta. I still have dreams over both dishes, ESPECIALLY the mushroom/truffle pasta. Incredible.

We came here for a business lunch and the food was okay. The restaurant is nice and quiet and the…read moreour waiter was attentive. I started with the Mango Shake but one of my colleagues from Manila said it didn't taste like a traditional Mango Shake. I had the Lamb Chops and she had the Ribeye Steak and the portion sizes were HUGE but they lacked seasoning. The Fully Baked Potato was delicious, it was cheesy and I loved the bacon chunks.

The City of Dreams location in Manila is on par with my hometown favorite in Beverly Hills. The…read morefood was amazing. The steaks were perfect! But the service was outstanding! Mr. Viloria should be training the crew in Beverly Hills. Even the singer/guitarist was just loud enough for everyone to enjoy, but we could speak and hear in normal conversation. Best steaks in Manila by far, and worth it! So happy I found my new favorite steakhouse! Expats, take note! Don't waste your money elsewhere.

Service was superb! and food is actually great the only thing was, i ordered a steak supposedly…read morecooked well-done (since i'm pregnant) but a little part of it still has some blood in it so my best friend just ate my left over LoL. Overall i had a great experience; the meat was soft and the mashed potatoes was perfect. My favorite was the dessert (chocolate mousse) but i just had to share it to lessen my sweets. I also had their orange juice and how they made it i think had a mix of something else because it made me order a second glass :-) Our appetizer was chicken quesadilla with mushroom and some added beef? it can already be the main course i just had two slices and i already feel stuffed! :-)

I remember the last time I ate here was when it was still known as 'Texas Roadhouse Grill'. Now…read morethat they are called 'Wild West Roadhouse Grill', I'm happy to say that the food and restaurant experience have really improved! They kept the "cowboy" vibe interiors and decor (cowboy boots, hats, wagon wheels, etc). Even the servers wear cowboy outfits! :) Anyways, I was with friends and we availed of their promo, 'Php899 Treat for 3'. After we placed our orders (1 salad + 2 entrees), peanuts were served while we waited for our orders. We had the Roadhouse Lite Salad (Php250, 5.35USD on the menu), a crisp salad mix tossed in red wine Dijon dressing topped with ripe mangoes, grapes, candied walnuts and blue cheese. For the 2 entrees, we had the Cheesesteak French Dip (Php325, 6.96USD on the menu) and the Wrangler's Pork Steak (Php420, 8.99USD on the menu). My favorite was the pork steak! The meat was juicy and grilled to perfection. I like also that it had cheese on top. In terms of taste and price, Wild West Roadhouse Grill is comparable to other same-themed casual dining restaurants in Manila. My friends & I had a great time thanks to their promo, satisfying food, and very attentive staff! :)