We had the best meal of our entire trip at Angel Wish! This place was recommended to us by the…read moreowner of our hotel. It is on the beach but is not a place that would necessarily catch your eye if you were walking by. I had the fried calamari and then squid ink pasta. Everything was divine! So fresh, so well cooked. The service was good and we sat at the window overlooking the water which was a great experience and perfect way to end the day after island hopping. Highly recommend this place if you are in El Nido!

Upon arrival in El Nido, and a short walk from our hotel, we found this front beach resto. The food…read morewas delicious. We had seafood chowder, fresh crab, and steamed lapulapu. For dessert, we had fresh buko ( coconut). Service was excellent to say the least. Just a refreshing lunch experience with a front view of the beach and mountains.

Outdoor seating facing the street is always good. The vibe is busy - the staff cycles the dishes…read morereally fast. The art work on the wall is pretty cool. It's in the heart of Town. The tataki kuri marinated cucumber was very good I sense light use of soy sauce and sesame oil to flavor the cucumber but not overwhelm it. The seared salmon(arubi salmon maki) is cooked - a little weird, cooked sushi but you can get used to it. We had the salmon and tuna nigiri they were fine. Just like most restaurants already there are a lot more western than local. If you're in a rush good place to go. Most Filipino restaurants aren't this quick on service.

So without a doubt, this was my favorite place to eat in El NIDO. The food was all fresh and…read moreauthentic that it conjured up memories of Osaka, transporting back to the land of Takoyaki and Japanese curry.. yum. The balcony is the ideal spot to observe the tourist on their quest for the ideal souvenir or the best bar. Trust me, claim your seat at Osaka Castle's and enjoy one of the best dining experiences in all of NIDO.... Kanpai, my little foodie... kanpai

After a long day of Island Hopping in El Nido, we made a reservation at Punta Playa at Lio Beach…read morefor some relaxation and treated ourselves decent dinner. We researched Yelp and found this place with high reviews from locals, expats and vacationers. The seafood jambalaya got our attention and were not mistaken by ordering this delicious dish. The rice mixed with seafood and spices was unquestionably the highlight of the evening. We also enjoyed some tasty fresh salads and sliders to fill us up. We were quite full, to say the least. The live band added to the vibe, playing slow rock songs. Listening to the ocean breeze and feeling the warm air made the whole experience very special with the family. I would highly recommend Punta Playa for an excellent dining experience while at Lio Beach.

Yelp is not popular in Asia, but I am hosting for the Yelp family to experience this wonderful…read morerestaurant Great seaside restaurant with nice service and relaxing ambience. Billed as Asian fusion but it's more Mediterranean, and the owner is from Spain. The octopus tapas/Bravas was spectacular. Normally I wouldn't want potato purée with the gummy texture but it works for this dish. I had the Mariscos paella, and it had rich flavor with a sacorrat crust. Outside of Spain, this is a great dining experience.

Kyla's Cocina offers a decent and nearby opportunity for tourists on the beach to eat without…read moretraveling afar. However, they offer no bathroom and only a "washroom". I think this is unfair as tourists have to pay to use the bathroom around here. Rather than count the fact that you paid for your meal, you must also pay a bathroom fee for a bathroom located outside of the restaurant. I think it would have been more fair to count paying for our meal as also payment for a bathroom, especially since we were a party of 19. Despite this, the service was good and the waitress was friendly. Although, the food was a hit or miss. I ordered the calamari and buttered mussels. They tasted great, but the butter sauce was strong. Sometimes the butter was an overwhelming flavor. While my partner and I enjoyed the mussels, my cousin was not fond of the butter on crab. The crab had mixed reviews from my party as my sister thought the crab was okay. My partner also ordered the garlic rice which paired well with the buttered mussels. And for drinks, we had a mango smoothie. So far, I enjoyed a mango smoothie from here the most. The texture was smooth and it wasn't too sweet. To conclude, I think Kyla's Cocina is an alright place to eat at while enjoying the beach. There isn't too much options or competition yet for restaurants around this area so it gives them an advantage. If there were more options, I may be hesitant to settle for Kyla's Cocina. But as the closest option, this spot was good enough.

While spending a day on Nacpan Beach we came here for lunch, as Kyla's Cocina is located right on…read morethe beachfront with tables that look out to the water. Though it's pricier due to its prime location, we thought to give it a try since we were already in the area. We ordered a Coconut Drink, San Miguel Light, Pancit Bihon, Pork Adobo and Pork Sinigang. It didn't take long for us to get our items and overall, the food was A-OK. Of all the dishes we ordered I liked the Pancit Bihon the best and would recommend it. Rice noodles were cooked perfectly and had some nice pepper flavor with veggies, pork and shrimp. The Pork Adobo and Pork Sinigang both had pieces of meat with way too much fat in it. Adobo had good sauce and potatoes, which was actually good, given that adobo usually doesn't have potato. Sinigang also had a nice broth, but was a little light on the sour flavor that sinigang is known for. I did like how much eggplant that you get with it though. Kyla's Cocina is a fine place if you're already on Nacpan Beach and don't want to leave the area for food. You can't beat the location! The experience of just dining out on the beach, steps away from the water was nice. But food was not something I'd crave again.

Grilled Pork Belly & Rice (300 PHP) - This was my favorite dish in El Nido! The liempo was grilled…read moreso well and had the perfect amount of fat. It was simple yet so delicious!

Everything was so delicious and comforting. Was in search of homemade Filipino food and found it…read morehere at Maa's!!!

Right outside of this beachfront restaurant is one of the best spots to check out a sunrise or…read moresunset in El Nido Town. It's also a popular tourist spot to grab a cocktail (nothing craft...think Mai Tais and Woo Woos) and a bite to eat. We had wanted to sit in the sand but the restaurant is overrun by aggressive peddlers trying to sell pearl bracelets to you. The staff does nothing to help so we ended up sitting inside to avoid them. The menu is Filipino and full of favorites. We ended up getting the adobo calamari, prawn sinigang and grilled mackarel. The mackarel was a bit burnt which was disappointing and the adobo calamari chewy. The sinigang was pretty good however. Service was very slow and the restaurant sticky. The bathrooms were squalid and had no handsoap at all (it didn't even look like they ran out...just like it never existed) which only made the whole experience worse. This is one of the most popular spots in El Nido Town which makes me question everyone's travelling preferences. So glad this was a quick visit and we ended up staying in Sibaltan instead!

The best food and, without doubt, the cheapest on the beach of El Nido…read more Maybe the food does not have a high quality, but the portions are plentiful. They've got varied food, not only Philippine food. The bar/restaurante, overlooking the sea and with a terrace on the beach, is small. Rustic furniture wood, not very comfortable. The Mango blend or other smoothies is the best you can drink in this place. They have free wifi.

I'm surprised by some of the critical reviews, but we were here primarily so my partner could drink…read morewhile watching the ocean (great, great views here). Service was quick, with authentic dishes and a great kitchen. Service is a bit slow, but the bread on the bruschetta was AMAZING. I'd go back just for the bread.

Ambiance is key here! Amazing water front restaurant with views of the bay of el nido. Service is…read morequick. We had the dip appetizer of hummus, boba gnoush, and taziki. The pita bread was fresh and warm. The dips were ok- could have used more garlic. The Mediterranean sandwich on fresh made focaccia was a hit- grilled veggies, mozzarella cheese with a side of grilled chicken and plantain fries. I had the pineapple cooler drink- yum! Prices are more expensive than other spots and portions aren't large but you are paying for the killer view.

Stayed here for 3 nights, this is a gem. Very room has its own character. Food is delicious, for…read moredinner. We ordered fish fillet with capers and carrots, it's tender and tasty. Service is fast and very accommodating. Ambiance is very tropical and great for families and couples. If you want to celebrate honeymoon.

The best tasting food in the entire country of Philippines! Hands down! Better than all of the high…read moreend places in Manila, Makati! Great service, excellent ambiance!