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.

A must order is their Palabok and Halo Halo super yummy and delicious one of the best I've ever…read moretasted in Quezon City

There's only a handful of Chinese restaurants I love coming back to, and these are usually…read moreestablishments that have been around for ages. So when someone suggested we try a new Chinese place, it's not something I was exactly excited about. Wang Fu though is an automatic addition to this short list. The price range is a bit on the high-end side of the spectrum, perhaps almost as expensive as Lugang Café, but the experience was definitely worth our money. The food was excellent. The items on the menu were mostly staples in Chinese restaurants, but each dish had its own unique special character I'm not sure I've tried in similar places. I liked that the interiors exuded a vibe of luxury--spacious and with modern-style furniture. I also appreciated the aquarium area that seemed to remind diners that at the heart of all this contemporary facade is the classic Chinese food the traditional preparations that come with it. Overall, it was a great dining experience. If I'm in Tomas Morato again and craving for Chinese, I'd definitely be at Wang Fu.

We came here for thanksgiving day with family and we're lucky to have a reservation for 20 amazing…read morepeople. We had a private room close to the entrance. Their food was really good and fresh! Staff was a little bit slow to come by and food took a while, but we totally understand because it was a holiday. But when food was served, it was all worth it!

Definitely a good place for good food at a very good bargain. Dishes here come in large servings,…read moreand the rice toppings are perfect comfort food. The short orders are equally large and sometimes surprises me, and despite the portions i get surprised as to how i manage to finish my meals here. Be sure to try all their rice toppings, personal favourite is the spare ribs rice topping. Do try their beancurd roll (besy value beancurd roll), their lemon chicken, lechon kawali, and the noodle feast. :) Ambience: Good, casual and decent capacity Taste: Great, flavours were beyond expectations for such a store Presentation: Good Value: Great, very good size for a unreasonably low price Service: Great, despite the number of people they still get everything done. Overall: Excellent, always a go to place when hungry.

One of my most favorite places for Chinese food and one that I frequent is Northpark. I can attest…read morealso that almost everything on the menu is good - except that I'm really sad that they don't have taro puff (I think they should really put that on the menu)! While they have plenty of branches around the metro, my favorite branch would have to be their Lazcano branch in Quezon City. The restaurant is very spacious and is very good for big groups or families. They also have outdoor seating if you prefer to dine without the comforts of air conditioning. The interiors are kept modern with a really pleasant color scheme that's not too painful to the eyes. Their very extensive menu (which is smartly positioned as placemats), stretches from dimsum, noodle soups, steamed rice meals, braised noodles, fried rice, congee, superior soup, signature dishes, hot pot, roast and desserts. To be quite honest, if you're a Northpark first timer, it'll be pretty tough decision making on what to order because there are simply too many options. The stuff I've tried in their dimsum choices is the Fresh Prawn Dumpling, three pieces of beautifully steamed dumplings which is stuffed just right for that one whole bite, and the Pinsec Frito, triangular meat dumplings which are fried to perfect crispiness. Personally, while they don't serve it with mayo, you should dip it in there if you choose to eat it home. Their noodle soups, however, are a class of its own. There's plenty to choose from - wanton, nanking beef, dumpling, pork rib, mushroom - whatever meat selection you are craving for, they have it. Personally though, my favorite would be the Fresh Prawn Dumpling and the Wanton Noodle. The amount of dumplings and wantons is just right for the size of the bowl - and mind you, the bowl comes in two sizes - light and regular. The light sized bowl is okay if you're planning to order other items on the menu without having to be really full by the time you reach the bottom of your bowl; while the Regular sized bowl is enough to make you not want to move right after. What's great also about Northpark is that you can have your pick of noodles with your soup - whole wheat, herb, empress, flat shanghai, canton and hongkong. If you're the type who has to have rice with their meal, order their Lechon Macau over fried rice. Think crispy slices of lightly seasoned pork topped in a bed of yang chow fried rice - it's really filling, delicious and flavorful. Surprisingly, the whole dish can also be shared with a friend so you can have samplers as the serving is pretty large. To top off the meal, I highly recommend their Almond Jelly with Fresh Mango which is served over crushed ice. The dessert is refreshing and the mangoes are always sweet and balances out with the flavors of the almond jelly.

The food was fresh and well-seasoned, with flavors that were not too heavy. The ingredients tasted…read moregood quality, especially the seafood. Portions were generous and suitable for sharing. Service was efficient and polite, and the overall dining experience was comfortable. A solid choice for a casual Cantonese meal.

Ah, Luk Foo. It's my family's go-to Chinese restaurant! Every time we crave Chinese food, we…read moreimmediately think of Luk Foo. Whether it's the Cantonese Kitchen or the Hot Pot, we love it all the same. Luk Foo is one of those restaurants which serves authentic Chinese food, and this is why it's able to sate our cravings every single time. We mostly order the same things again and again despite Luk Foo's extensive menu. Of course, there are times when we would order something new, but more often than not, we stick to what we know and love. That being said, we tend to order their Salt & Pepper Spareribs, Broccoli with Scallops and Shrimp, Dumplings such as Siomai and Hakao, and tons of Yang Chow rice. All the dishes that I've mentioned are great in their own ways. Some are savory and some are mild, but all of them are delicious. I mean, even their Yang Chow rice is good on its own. You're so gonna LUK like a FOO if you pass this up.

This restaurant is amazing. Not only is it affordable it serves authentic cantonese food.read more

Thankful for friends to organize and send us food from Mandarin Sky the other night. We had plenty…read moreof food for 5 of us and even leftover. We had fresh lapu lapu soup, lechon Macau, spicy jellyfish, polanchay with garlic, vegetable rolls, and fresh steamed shrimp. Everything was very fresh. I enjoyed the clear soup the most. My friend who ordered asked for no MSG and low salt and it all tasted great. My Dad's favorite was the lechon. Highly recommend the food!

The bomb Chinese and Singaporean food in the middle of new Chinatown on Banawe Avenue…read more Prices are very reasonable and the service is good. The restaurant is a little cramped but that means you can check out what the neighboring tables are eating.

Having craved for some Chinese meal, Crystal Jade made its way up into the ranks of possible…read moreChinese meal in Greenhills. I can't afford eating in Gloria Maris simply because it's a bit steep for my budget and it feels awkward for me to eat in such a huge place where there's no table just for one (or two). Crystal Jade actually brings back memory of a not so distant past. It actually reminds me of the old Chinese restaurants that are on the fine dining side, the plates don't show wear and tear, utensils are properly paired. Hmmmm, taste-wise, food was OK. It was not, "Yummy yehey", it was not bad. Its, well...., food. The serving size isn't big enough to be shared by two hungry people. It's enough to fill the stomach but won't you go bloated. Dumplings were great, though. But the food servers were really attentive. Once someone raises their hands or make the simplest eye contact, they'd rush immediately. That's a + + + for me actually.

It's crazy how shopping can really seem like exercise, as after about an hour or two, it's as if I…read morewent on a group cardio class. In a place like Greenhills Shopping Center where there is a seemingly endless option for about anything, the workout doubles. Good thing I can always rely on Crystal Jade to wipe away my exhaustion and hunger. For a full meal, I usually indulge in an order of their pork xiao long bao. I like their xiao long bao mostly because there's always "juice" inside that is like a burst of happiness inside my mouth. One order has 5 pieces and is just about filling as a snack already. Then another staple with my meals at Crystal Jade would be their noodles with dried shrimp in peanut sauce. The soft noodles are complimented by the texture of the dried shrimp and the sauce itself, which is spicy very much to my delight. For a full meal, half of the snack size is usually enough for me, so I either split it with whoever I'm with, or I have it packed away to take home.

We ended up here as our second choice after finding out that Vikings Buffet was completely packed,…read morewith a wait time of several hours. As it turned out, that was a blessing in disguise. From the moment we walked in, we were seated almost immediately. The staff were incredibly accommodating, attentive, and genuinely friendly. They took the time to make several recommendations, and we're so glad we followed them. We started with the Shrimp and Pork Siomai, which was absolutely delicious. The filling was juicy, and each bite burst with flavor. The tofu was another standout, perfectly cooked with great texture and seasoning. We also ordered the Shrimp with Salted Egg Yolk, and wow, it was rich, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying. The Oyster Omelette sounded a little unusual at first, but it turned out to be surprisingly delicious as well. One dish I can't forget is the Honey Barbecue Pork, which deserves an honorable mention. It had the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. I don't know if we simply got lucky, but every single dish we ordered was fantastic. The restaurant itself has a classy yet welcoming atmosphere. It's clean, well-maintained, and comfortable without feeling overly formal. Overall, this was a wonderful dining experience, and I'd happily recommend it to anyone looking for a great Chinese restaurant in SM North.

Generally, I find the quality and authenticity of the food here to be excellent. The only criticism…read moreI have (the reason for 4 not 5 stars) is the tendency for some of the dishes to be sweet. Now, that's a personal opinion! I have eaten at two location and each time spent over 1,000 pesos and qualified for the free xia long bao. Other rewards are available but those I am not getting into for they maybe temporary in nature. I have tried two of their specials - the three cup chicken and the sweet spare ribs. The three cup chicken, eaten with white rice, is a great meal by itself. The original recipe calls for three cups of sesame oil, soy sauce and rice vinegar. Cooked with large chunks of ginger and garlic cloves, and basil thrown it, it is a very addictive dish! The sweet spare rib was a bit too sweet for me ( served sprinkled with powdered sugar) it is best eaten I think, if a complementary spicy dish like Kung Pao shrimp. The xia long bao is as good as others - I really enjoyed it when served hot. For vegetables, the standard fare such as spinach, morning glory, and book choy are available. For our choice, we ordered the green beans with ground pork. Salty and spicy, it was a welcome change from the standards. We found the roast duck to be very greasy - we wondered if it was fried not roasted. I would not order it again. We found the service to be attentive but not obtrusive! Definitely will eat here again.

My husband introduced me to Le Ching when we were just dating. They've been around for decades. It…read morewas surprising that it was only 10 years ago that I was able to try the food in their Greenhills branch. In the last decade since he introduced the fabulous rice meals to me, they've increased in prices and have opened up several branches (including this one in Timog) but thankfully, the quality remains the same. They do have a lot of things to offer but we ALWAYS order the same thing every time we go to whatever branch was closest. Spareribs Rice for him and Beef Brisket Rice for me. I love how the fat is marbled around the brisket which is super tender and melts in your mouth. It has a strong spice (star anaise) which gives it that particular taste that I always look forward to. It's funny though, it always surprises me when they serve it in that small tin bowl and I feel so full after. I always thought that the serving was a bit on the small side but if you try to transfer it to a plate, it is actually very hefty...even enough to feed two. Get a side of mami and soy milk and you have a very satisfying, good ol' fashioned meal. This branch in Timog actually gets it right. The taste is the same as in the original branch in Greenhills. And according to the owner it is priced less.