I've been here several times. Sometimes I come out satisfied and sometimes I am just disappointed…read more I suggest you don't come too late because they run out of sides! One time they even ran out of their roasted chicken and only had fried chicken (which isn't as good as the roasted). Also there was a time they didn't have Mac & cheese as a side. But they have it back now thank goodness. Another side I like is the sweet potato mash. It goes great with the chicken. One time I got the chicken quesadilla. It came out cold. Nothing special. I could have made something better. Their chicken sisig is good! Comes out sizzling. Like I said some days it's good and some days it isn't. The chimichurii (green sauce) makes up for it sometimes :) Happy hour is 4-7pm!

Basing the stars of today's run-in with Señor Pollo. First time here. It's so close to other food…read morespots in Scout Rallos! I would've given it another star if there was seating on the ground level. This sucks as one would need to go a flight of stairs. I wish they'd put something for those with handicaps so they can also taste the goodness while enjoying it sitting down. They do have some seats downstairs but bar-like to the side. The interior design to the place is pretty swagged out. Cool art definitely. The chalk art on their menu downstairs is intriguing. The upstairs pieces are colorful too; check out the restroom as well. Meanwhile, I tried their Quarter Roast w/ a side of Patatas Bravas, and Fried Plantains. That's a hearty meal already. But it being the first time here, and it's QC (far north from me during the weekdays), I went to split the Chicken Sisig as well. * The Roast was so good. Tender and juicy chicken! The Plantains were a must. Glad I made that choice. The Bravas were a nice sub if you're looking to not eat rice. * The Sisig can possibly be good enough for 3! Big portion for it definitely. You can nicely pair it up with a cold brew. I'm definitely putting SP as a must or default spot to go to if in the area.

Naming your restaurant using an expletive is a bit puzzling. It doesn't really add anything. It can…read moreelicit a giggle or two from those of the less mature persuasion, but after that initial reaction, you're back to square one. Is it an attempt to look hip? The restaurant in question is local celebrity Paolo Bediones' newest venture Puñta Manila. Reading it without an inflection, it means "to go" while reading it with, it becomes said expletive. I just don't get it. Anyway moving on, Puñta Manila's specialty is Latin American street food, which is a refreshing change of pace. Just smelling the wafting aroma of the food being cooked is enough to make your mouth drool. The complex combinations of different flavors and spices will definitely put a smile on the face of first-timers and returning customers alike. If you're to order just one dish however, I recommend the Lo Mejor, which when translated, means 'the best'. Can't argue with that.

At first I was skeptical about Puñta Manila, as it touted itself as a restaurant that represented…read moremore than one kind of Latin American cuisine. Thankfully, I was not disappointed when I went because Chef Patron Anj Valencerina certainly knows her stuff. Their entrees, specifically the Callos, stole the show. It tastes ALMOST as good as the kind you would have at a Sunday family lunch - the kind that's made with someone's abuela's heirloom recipe. A definite shoutout is in order for David Dennis's drink menu, one more thing that makes the Puñta experience quite memorable. Their outdoor dining area is especially lovely at night - perfect, since Puñta positions itself as a place for both food and drinks. All in all, I think Puñta can and does live up to its edgy name.

Being someone who's not very fond of chicken, I set my expectations really low for Senor Pollo. It…read morewas my first time to try Latin chicken, and honestly, I didn't know what to expect. It was a cool, humid night, but it was terribly hot inside the restaurant. The place is al fresco, and ventilation clearly has to be improved. There were two of us, and we got a half roast chicken that went with two side dishes. The serving size was just right, but it might not be enough for two incredibly hungry people. Lol. The chicken was surprisingly tender and juicy all throughout. And I loved it even more with tons of garlic sauce! It was awesome, I can't wait to come back!

On one of my last nights in Manila, I was looking for a straightforward place to meet up with some…read morefriends for an evening of eating, drinking, and laughter. Senor Pollo filled that bill perfectly. Tip: This is a very popular venue. The crowd is comprised mostly of twenty-somethings and foreigners (like moi!); if such things don't deter you, it's virtually impossible not to enjoy the excellent food, strong drinks and convivial vibe. Given Senor Pollo's reputation, it was a foregone conclusion that the food ordered by my friends and I that evening would contain several chicken selections. While the chicken here isn't quite as good as the original pollo loco, it's still completely legit ;-) Another of my favorites here are the quesadillas. Additionally, they have several very popular non-Mexican items, including fries and Buffalo wings. While the food selections are spot on, it's the drinks that make this place so popular. All the cocktails, whether they're pink and fruity or uber-Manly, have a kick stronger than a mule; no worries about excess sobriety when you're here ;-) About the only thing lacking here are hangover ready-made hangover cures; maybe they'll address that lack when next I'm in the Philippines :-)

Yesterday, we tried the newest Señor Pollo branch and thank God it's finally in the south!…read more The place is more cozier than the other branches and its perfect for a late night affordable dinning. The food is good but the one in Makati is much tastier and flavorful but it does not disappoint. Service is fast, our order came in for like 8-10mins and the staff are friendly and accommodating. My must tries: Señor Pollo's roast (always and forever) patatas bravas, spicy rice, tossed salad, mashed potato, soyrizo quesadilla and cheese and garlic quesadilla. Also, the melon shake is sooo goood! Its a bit pricy but it's really refreshing and sweet. Since its located in the newest bldg of Alabang town center, the parking space is huge and the peek hours are from 8pm onwards.

My friends and I always come here. We love their food especially the chicken sisig.. ahhh the best!…read morebest sides: spicy rice, garlic mashed potato, and mac&cheese. Senor Pollo is a must try when in alabang.

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! :)

By far, my favorite restaurant in Jazz Mall! I only live right above it, and I have had a lot of…read morechances to try everything twice over (Except for some choice retaurants that were way too nasty on the palate). The inside seems very... modern urban. The walls are covered in loud murals in black, white and red (which seems to be the recurring color theme for the whole chain). The chairs and tables are a mix of wood and metal. It seems very-- well, it seems like a good place to hang out with your mates and knock back a couple of beers-- or mojitos! As those are very good. (For non-alcoholic drinks, the agua fresca is very good! A refreshing summer drink.) The prices are steep, at 200-300 for just a plain meal (without sides or anything), but it's really worth it, if you like meat. Their best sellers are their ala brasa food choices, which is really just meat cooked over the grill. I loved the tender and flavorful carne asada (with rice! but they also offer it in a wrap, and it's more than enough to feed two hungry people.) Their saltado is if you want to have something more savory, and in my opinion, this is better paired with rice.

Mexican and Latin American restaurants are a dime-a-dozen in Manila and Makati these days, so much…read moreso that it's hard to choose the best one. Though I can't help you with that, I can say that Brasas is right up there in the top ten, maybe even the top five. My boss took us here during one of his generous days and treated us to lunch. He said, and the server agreed, that their best platters are Latin classics Puerco Asada and Carne Asada. And for less than PHP300.xx, the food did not disappoint! I ordered the Carne Asada and it came with a huge serving of beef sirloin, coupled with tasty Spanish rice, chimichurri, and slaw. Those who ordered the Puerco Asada looked extremely happy as well. I saw crunchy skin, hiding slices of roasted pork belly oozing with juice, paired with rice, beans, and slaw. All in all, it was a good lunch. SM Jazz is also a short jaunt away from our office, so here's hoping there's a second round of this generosity.

This is an old-world Spanish and Filipino fusion restaurant in historic Intramuros. I found the…read morefood was good, but I got my appetizer after my main. I recommend Adobo Bagnet, and Lengua con Setas. Unique Desserts: Known for its unique Sampaguita Ice Cream The decor was a little worn out, but I noticed that the more stylish, formal main function hall was reserved for special events. I guess this area was where the romantic reviews I read came from

One of the locals recommended Ilustrado during our tour of Intramuros. We decided to try it for…read morelunch right after the tour. The restaurant was a bit small and cozy, but our group of five was seated right away. Ilustrado serves traditional Filipino dishes in a charming, old-school Spanish-style building with antique decor. The service was fast and friendly. My family and I chose a variety of entrees, including pork, pasta, stuffed fish, soup, and salad. Everything was flavorful and prepared well. We were very pleased with both the food and the prices. However, we noticed that the bill seemed unusually high, even after applying my parents' senior discount. Since we had ordered quite a bit, I didn't look closely at the receipt before leaving. Later that day, my mom decided to review the receipt and discovered that we had been overcharged. The prices listed on the receipt did not match the prices on the menu. Unfortunately, it was too late for us to return, as we were leaving town the following day. My mom asked a friend to go back with the receipt and request a refund. It was quite disappointing to find that they had manipulated the prices on the receipt. It's a shame because I would have loved to recommend Ilustrado.

Your review helps others learn about great local businesses…read more Meet Cubanos Fil-Cuban Cantina, a fusion of well-loved Filipino dishes and Cuban cuisine that you rarely see in a restaurant. I don't have much idea about Cuban cuisine except that it's a distant cousin of Mexico and they are known for their Cuban sandwiches. That alone gave me a reason to be excited about it. The highlights of our dining experience were the following: 1) GOOD MORNING CUBA - This is their take on the famous Philippine sisig. Homemade chorizo cooked in sisig style was drizzled with sour cream on top, served with sunny side eggs, salsa, soft flour tortilla on the side. By itself, it tasted just like a plain, grounded chorizo with egg. However, when everything was mixed and wrapped in the tortilla, it tasted amazingly delicious. This comforting dish can also be ordered with rice instead of the soft flour tortilla.2) LEMON PEPPER WINGS - Seven pieces of wings glazed with lemon butter sauce served with garlic aioli mayo (pepper) sauce on the side. It might look dry but it was actually a bit oily which was unnecessarily a bad thing. The lemon flavor was prevalent in the crispy and juicy chicken but the sourness was just right. Dipping it in the garlic aioli sauce though cancels out the lemon flavor. 3) CLASSIC CUBAN - It is roasted pork farmer's ham, pickles, Swiss cheese, and cheddar cheese on Cuban bread, served with fries on the side. The sandwich tasted sweet and savory with some sharpness because of the yellow mustard. I liked the way the melted cheese was mixed with the meat. 4) HALF RACK FIDEL'S CUBAN RIBS- These babies are tender pork ribs smothered with sweet and spicy sauce served with corn and rice. Between the two flavors, I would say that this is more spicy than sweet. The sauce is more or less the same sauce that was used on the ribs themselves. Overall, the ribs taste delicious and is a really good value for money dish. Overall, Cubanos with its new fusion cuisine is a great bang for the buck restaurant. What you may also want to know is that Cubanos is not only a great hang out place at night, but it can also be a good place for a heavy lunch. Yes, Cubanos is open for lunch. We'll definitely come back to try out some of their other dishes that piqued our curiosity specifically the Bulgogi Cubano and Liempo ni Gringo.