It had been years since my last visit, but I am so glad to see this restaurant is still going…read morestrong. The place is clean and beautifully maintained. If you are craving classic, authentic Filipino comfort food, this is absolutely the spot to visit. It is highly recommended for families, thanks to the ample parking, friendly staff, and remarkably quick service.

Stopped by Little Quiapo for a light snack on a super hot day. We ordered the special halo-halo…read morewith ice cream, palabok, and sisig on rice. The halo-halo was the standout for me--really hit the spot and perfect for the weather. The palabok was very generous with the sauce, which I appreciated, though flavor-wise it wasn't especially memorable for me since I've had better elsewhere. The sisig on rice was okay, but I wish there was a bit more sisig compared to the amount of rice. The place was packed though, so clearly a lot of people keep coming back for a reason. I'd still be open to returning and trying some of their other ulam next time.

From the moment we walked through the doors, we were greeted with warm smiles and outstanding…read morecustomer service. The entire staff was welcoming, friendly, and genuinely made us feel like valued guests. The restaurant itself was spotless, bright, and had a comfortable atmosphere that made it easy to relax and enjoy our meal. The food was absolutely amazing. Every dish was fresh, flavorful, and prepared with great attention to detail. It truly felt like I was enjoying a delicious home-cooked meal made with love and care. The generous portions and quality ingredients made every bite memorable, and it was clear that the kitchen takes pride in everything they serve. A special thank you to our server, Anton, for providing exceptional service. He was attentive, professional, and incredibly friendly throughout our visit. He checked on us regularly, made sure our drinks stayed full, answered our questions with a smile, and made us feel well taken care of without ever being intrusive. His positive attitude and genuine hospitality made our dining experience even more enjoyable. Thank you to Anton and the entire staff for creating such a wonderful experience. Great food, excellent service, and a clean, inviting atmosphere are exactly what keep customers coming back. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a delicious meal and outstanding hospitality. I can't wait to return!

This was the very first place we visited after being away from the Philippines for more than 18…read moreyears, and it did not disappoint. Everything about our experience was excellent. The restaurant has a classy, well-thought-out atmosphere with authentic Filipino charm. I ordered the Fried Pla-Pla fish, which looked incredibly appetizing and tasted even better. I also tried the Pork Sisig, served on a sizzling plate, and it was outstanding. The combination of textures, flavors, and presentation made it a real standout dish. If I had one minor criticism, it would be that the service was a bit slow. However, that was easily outweighed by the quality of the food and the overall experience. Highly recommend this place, and we'll definitely come back if we have the chance.

Bagnet. Bagnet. Bagnet. It does bring childhood memories even though my parents NEVER fed me with…read morebagnet because they claimed it's not fresh whatever but I was able to taste them whenever I go to parties and fiestas in Vigan. Bagnet is a big solid piece of pork belly that is fried and refried...again,until every layer of the pig fatty part turns super crispy. It is a little bit similar to lechon but not the same. Not even close. I was at the door by 11 because they're supposed to open at 11 and oh I forgot it's "Filipino time" so I had to wait for another 15 mins.The staff were so apologetic and claimed,"It's Saturday". I didn't know what it meant really. About 10 of us were waiting for the same early lunch purpose. I ordered San Mig light and water and this nice young server recommended the kare kare bagnet for a first timer. I could have gotten the original but it's good the meat was not buried in kare kare sauce. Lunch special is a good choice for small-portion eater and that included a cup of rice and a small bowl of beef broth. Note:it was a real broth and not from the can or powder. On top of that,I opted for the okra salad and it was really cooked deliciously and perfectly with the sweet and salty bagoong(shrimp paste). I was impressed with the interior. I liked it a lot. They have all these vintage decors and furnitures. The staff were super nice and attentive. They had a guard that helped me get a cab and assist diners park their cars. Minus 1 star for my waiting time.Just because I value punctuality.

The Ilocos double-fried pork dish called Bagnet has made its mark in Manila over the last decade or…read moreso. But finding a place that serves the authentic Ilocos taste is surprisingly difficult. Check out 8065 Bagnet and you don't just get the original taste, you can have it 6 different ways. This artsy hole-in-the wall is owned by Allan Nadal (older brother to singer Kitchie Nadal). Whether you're into the sweet peanut sauce of Kare-kare or the spicy sisig, the salty binagoongan version, it stays true to the crispy, fatty favorite. The other versions include dinuguan, curry and spicy gata. The kare-kare version is my personal choice. The sweetness of the peanut sauce compliments that saltiness of the bagnet. You should also try their pastillas and their cinnamon roll. Great desserts after a great meal. This place in 8065 Estrella Street is often full for lunch, so plan to go early. They have orders that are good for two or individual budget meals. I prefer the budget meals when eating there with a group so you could really taste everything. I love everything about this place - the homey feel and the lovely decadent food.

I'd heard about Locavore right before I left for my most recent trip to Manila and I'm glad I went…read moresince it did not disappoint. I had the Sizzling Sinigang and it was delicious - it arrived in a sizzling plate full of tender beef and various vegetables; everything was full of the tasty tamarind forward flavors. The Sinangag that I ordered with it was a perfect compliment. The restaurant doesn't really have amazing decor, but it does have the vibe of a gastropub...on a busy night, I'm sure it has a fun atmosphere. Service was nice and attentive. This is a perfect place for Filipino food with an elevated twist, but unpretentious.

Good eats with modern takes of Filipino classics…read more Went for a late dinner. Had an rsvp but ultimately wasn't needed and was sat immediately. Ordered the following: - sizzling sinigang - was a nice sizzling dish with a sinigang flavored gravy, def the best dish. - boneless lechon belly - well made pork dish no worries to accidentally biting into a bone - kare kare wings - pretty good wings with a kare kare flavor - garlic rice - pretty good for standard fare - turon - wasn't expecting a puff pastry, it was good but probably prefer the traditional style - lèche flan - very condensed milk forward, very dense but did taste good Overall, a very good spot for friends or a date!

On June 15th, I went here with my sisters and some of my cousins and nieces and nephews after a day…read moreat Intramuros earlier that day. It was an exceptionally hot day, so when we stopped by here, it was nice and cool inside. An amazing way to escape the heat at Greenbelt. We got seated and we loved everything that we ordered. From what I remember, we got some drinks, including some ube shakes with sago, some wine. Food-wise, we got the pancit palabok, crispy patis wings, lumpia, the overloaded garlicky chicken and adobo pork belly, sisig, the watermelon sinigang and I can't remember what else. Anyhow, the watermelon sinigang was excellent. And when the pancit palabok came out, they actually poured the sauce onto the noodles and it felt like I was watching a cooking show with a finale! When I come back to the Philippines, I will for sure come back here for everything! :)

Masarap ang food , the service was a little bit slow ,but overall i am definitely coming back .read more

My mom, sis, and I are staycationing at their favorite hotel across the street from…read moreGlorietta/Rustan and, two days ago, we decided to go walk around the mall. After wandering around for half an hour, we ended up in front of the restaurant. What intrigued us about the place was how empty it was, though it was already past five PM and there was major traffic of people in the mall. The site I supposed reminded us that it was dinner time already, so we mulled over whether to give the place a try. My sis quickly decided against it because she assumed an empty restaurant must mean bad food. However, I was craving for real Filipino food at that moment (and I was paying), so we ended up inside the restaurant after quickly glancing at the menu. The place was so empty that even the host was out of sight. After a minute or so, the host appeared and we were seated promptly needless to say. We even had a pick of any table! We ended up ordering the bagnet that came with the sour broth on the side, beef adobo, laing, and garlic fried rice with dilis. And as it turned out, we really enjoyed the food! My sister and my mom raved about the bagnet. I liked everything. In conclusion, the place was a hit. Before our staycation ends this Saturday, I would like to back and try out the other dishes.

Get the crab fat fried rice, chicken inasal (sweet marinated grilled chicken), Laing (taro leaves…read morecooked in coconut milk and shrimp paste), gising gising (fine chopped green beans cooked in coconut milk), and fried tilapia!!!! An hold a fork on your left hand, with a spoon on your right hand, mix everything up with rice!

We were looking for a place to have dinner. We were lucky to snag a table at SENTRO as it was…read morepretty packed. SENTRO is a contemporary Filipino restaurant. An upgraded presentation to the standard Filipino dishes. They are located in a corner of the mall. Started with the mango shake which was refreshing after a day of walking. Ordered the sizzling tofu to start. It's a little sour due to the onion and vinegar mix. We still liked it. Next was the Bangus belly that comes in 4 pieces.... Already ate one before taking the picture. Hehehe. It was very tasty and my favorite part (the belly) was super tender. The pork sinigang had the right amount of sourness and the prom was very tender. Last but not least is the adobong kangkong (morning glory). The vegetable was fresh and saucy. Oh yeah, you need to have rice with these dishes. Overall the dishes were delicious but we had better in other Filipino restaurants. The place is a bit tight and noisy and could hear the conversation on the tables around us. Definitely worth checking out still.

My favorite restaurant. Everything is freshly cooked. Authentic Filipino cuisine with a twist. I…read moreeat here multiple times a week when I am in town.

Fine dining for a reasonable price! It is located inside Vertis mall, situated at a beautiful…read morelocation that isn't very crowded. The theme is fine Filipino dining and sure does deliver. The dishes were shared equally among five people, and even then we had some for leftovers. We had chicharron bulaklak for our appetizer and it taste similar to the ones you'd find on the street, but made from cleaner ingredients. Our main entrees consisted of kare kare ( beef stew with peanut sauce), sisig (a skillet of pork and chicken), crispy pata (deep fried pig parts) and Filipino paella. The Filipino paella was absolutely delightful and it was enjoyed by everyone in my group. They made it Filipino style by adding tocino. The rice was also seasoned Filipino style and toasted to the perfect crunchiness. I highly recommend this dish. The other dishes were decent, but not as good as I expected. The kare kare seemed to lack too much of the peanut butter taste, which is needed to characterize the kare kare taste. The sisig was also lacking flavor, which I think stems from the meat used. Maybe it was a healthier version? The crispy pata was great and crispy! But the accompanying sauce needed more taste and kick to perfect the crispy pata. On the other side, their shakes were wonderful. We ordered all types of shakes and not only did they look beautiful, they tasted divine. For example, the mango and cheese shake is a weird combination, but they made it blend in the creamiest way. The shakes here are something that can be rarely found elsewhere! So for those on a budget but crave a bit of elegance, stop by here. It is also not as crowded as other malls yet since Vertis is so new!

This is one of the better Filipino restaurants in Eastwood. When you walk in, it looks like a…read moreEuropean restaurant. Not very Filipino to me. I love the Pinakbet. They are better with Lechon Kawali Chips. For dessert, the Iday was very good. However, it's served skewered in a glass drinking cup. The suman was too hard to get out from the cup. I have to come back here on my next visit to try more dishes. Note: I put my bag on the floor next to one of the tall air conditioners inside. It got wet. The AC leaked water. It was a bit annoying. Staff wasn't very apologetic about it. They said they would 'look into it.'