MANILA, Philippines – Kapitolyo is an area known for houses being turned into some of the best hole-in-the-wall restaurants that eventually winged out in other cities, leading to their popularity. Locating the best restaurants in Kapitolyo area is not that hard to find.
The first trick you should know is that Kapitolyo has two main streets, the East Drive and West Drive. East Drive has the more budget-friendly and affordable restaurants while West Drive has those for special occasions and date nights.
So, without further ado, here’s a list of foodie hubs in Kapitolyo, Pasig City that you and your family will surely enjoy.
1. Silantro Fil-Mex Cantina
Every hungry person’s dream: good food, big serving, good service, and affordable price. All of these are in one place—Silantro! Silantro offers the perfect fusion of Filipino and Mexican cuisines. From its nachos and quesadillas to burritos, everythung is just in sync.
They will give you more than your money’s worth. Two on the must-order list are Beef Nachos, which is loaded with cheese, beef and veggies, and Beef Quesadilla that’s oozing with cheese.
Location: 75 East Capitol Drive, Kapitolyo, Pasig City
Operating hours: Monday to Sunday, 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Phone number: 654-9657
2. Haru Sushi Bar and Restaurant
Revive that 70-80’s kid in you as you go basement dining at Haru. Owned by the owners of Café Juanita, this restaurant serves almost-authentic Japanese dishes. The proof: Japanese nationals who frequent the place. Another interesting thing in Haru is all its servers are dressed in geisha.
Location: 21 West Capitol Drive, Kapitolyo, Pasig City
Operating hours: Monday to Sunday, 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Phone number: 631-0597
3. Mad Mark’s Creamery and Good Eats
Mad Mark’s first became known for its famous to-die-for homemade ice creams particularly with its bestseller flavor, the half-baked Madagascar. Adapting to the rapid change of food trends, Mad Mark’s eventually added sandwiches and steaks on their menu.
Adding to the rave ice cream is their Signature Steak with Bootstrap sauce that will surely drizzle your stomach to comfort.
Location: 23 East Capitol Drive, Kapitolyo, Pasig City
Operating hours: Monday to Sunday, 11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Phone number: 631-8148
4. Café Juanita
If you want to move into a more upscale dining with a bohemian touch, Café Juanita is the place to be. Designed like as if you’re in an old, extravagant resto in old movies, it is adorned with chandeliers, antiques, utensils, and lights that complete the look and feel.
Café Juanita serves traditional Filipino food with a twist, making it ideal for family gatherings, especially when some of your relatives from abroad crave the lutong-bahay that they are painfully missing.
Location: 19 West Capitol Drive, Kapitolyo, Pasig City
Operating hours: Monday to Sunday, 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; 5:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Phone number: 632-0357, 710-1562
5. Poco Deli
Poco Deli is another Kapitolyo landmark. It is famous for its bacon slab and sausages. It is considered as one of the top local delicatessen destinations in Manila. Poco Deli also completes your dining experience with a very homey yet classy ambiance. Similar to other establishments, however, the parking area can be a little scarce during lunch and dinner.
Poco Deli does not only serve delectable European dishes but also wines and beers. This is the perfect place to chill and get intimate with your close friends, family, or significant other.
Location: 21 East Capitol Drive, Kapitolyo, Pasig City
Operating hours: Monday to Sunday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Phone number: 472-4332, 0922-892-9211
6. Tipsy Pig
Putting high-end on a gastropub, Tipsy Pig is somehow similar to the idea of casual dining with a twist, and that twist happens to be alcohol. It also has a laid-back ambiance where many would just like to unwind and have fun conversations. They offer standard sinful dishes like sisig tacos, pizza, and fries that are perfect for a Friday night dinner to inuman sessions as they also offer beer and wine.
Location: Capitol Commons, Kapitolyo, Pasig City
Operating hours: Monday to Sunday, 4:30 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Phone number: 570-4620
7. Milky and Sunny
Milky and Sunny is an all-day breakfast place. When you enter the resto, you’ll feel the perfect ambience like that of a home. The whole place is packed with inspiring quotes, from the walls to the tables. Milky and Sunny is specially developed for people who love to eat breakfast food like pancakes, bacon, egg, milkshakes and juices, among others.
Location: 9 East Capitol Drive, Kapitolyo Pasig City
Operating hours: Monday to Sunday, 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Phone number: 654-2049
Now the great news is that you can always drive to this street in as short as 10 minutes (or even less!) when you decide to live in one of the condominiums rising nearby. Three of the best bets would be Kasara Urban Resort Residences along Eagle St. in Pasig City, The Rochester along Elisco Road in San Joaquin, Pasig City, and Pioneer Woodlands along Pioneer St. corner EDSA in Mandaluyong City.
Choosing these homes has lots of great perks. But for foodies, the proximity of a lot of gastronomic finds would be the best perk!
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