A list of the Best Philippine Restaurants
In the competitive realm of the culinary arts, we are all aware that Filipino food is still struggling to grab one of the higher spots in line with many other Asian countries that are apparently more familiar to the world. But with more than 7,000 islands and a rich history not to mention an almost a millennium years of Spanish colonization, this archipelago has some delicious dishes of its own.
To quench you thirst and satisfy your hunger for a memorable dining experience, here's a list of Philippine restaurants that have been closest to the hearts of many Filipinos all over the archipelago for one big or a thousand tiny reasons:
Luzon
• Antonio's, Tagaytay- Antonio’s is set against the dazzling landscape of Tagaytay and has proven to be both spoon and swoon-worthy. Besides, it has the most ideal setting from the most usual conversations that can magically evolve into something as memorable as romantic wedding proposals. There's a reason why this particular Philippine restaurant grabbed a spot in the recent "Top 20 list of restaurants in Asia". And it's more than just their knowledge on how to perfectly combine a specific food to a certain wine that proves how they deserve it.
• Kulinarya Kitchen, Makati City-If you believe in the saying that “we eat first with our eyes”, Kulinarya should be on top of your list of restaurants. Kulinarya Kitchen, Makati City-If is that kind of place where you can just close your eyes and order confidently whatever your finger points to without worrying if whether your money will go in vain since all their dishes are cooked to a wide variety of tongue likeness.
Visayas
• Breakthrough Restaurant, Iloilo- the undisputed king of fresh seafood in the original “Queen City of the South”. The restaurant was named after an optimistic word which can be related for any successes, as the place itself was considered the brainchild of a marine biologist. The best part of the Breakthrough experience is being able to enjoy a sumptuous food with the fresh sea breeze blowing around you.
• Floating Restaurant, Bohol-This restaurant is a must when traveling to Visayas. One doesn't have everyday to get to enjoy all the classic Filipino food and seafood specialties while on a restaurant that floats about a river, giving diners a spectacular panoramic view of Bohol.
Mindanao
• Jack’s Ridge, Davao City-one thing this restaurant has that most dining destinations on the downtown area probably wish to have is its overwhelming view of the cityscape which makes it among the most visited restaurants around the Metro by travelers. It is a great place to dine and stay with for a little longer with its very relaxing atmosphere equipped with nothing but a natural backdrop and natural ventilation.
• The Bahay Kubo Restaurant, Samal Island-the ideal place to complete your Samal Island getaway-especially if you haven't brought packed meals. A bahay kubo-style restaurant is a common feature of Filipino resorts, and in Samal Island, this one particular bahay kubo restaurant has great wines and authentic Filipino delicacies to charge you up from too much swimming.
Other notable restaurants include:
• Ka Lui, Puerto Princesa City, Palawan
• Isla Naburot, Guimaras
• Kusina Salud, San Pablo, Laguna
• Vieux Chalet, Antipolo
• Claude Tayag’s Bale Dutung, Pampanga
• Kinabuhayan Café, Dolores, Quezon
• Café Juanita, Pasig
• Pendy’s, Bacolod City
The list of the best Philippine Restaurants doesn’t end there. Other creative restaurant ideas maybe cooking in someone's head right now, perhaps yours. As Travel Channel foodie and “Bizarre Foods” host Andrew Zimmern has said, "Filipino is the next big thing".
Set apart with a myriad of food spices and dishes, there’s more to Filipino dishes than the talk-of-the-town balut. You just have to know where to find them and how to eat them and for that, Philippine Restaurant Directory will be more than willing to be your food buddy. #