Saturday, February 25, 2012

Cebu - Queen City of the South

Cebu City is situated off the eastern coast of the main island of Cebu Province in the southern Philippines.

Looking into the Philippine history, Cebu is the site of the very first Spanish settlement in the country, thus ushering in the Spanish colonial era of the Philippines. The city is dubbed as the Southern Philippines' Queen City and is one of the country's strongest economies.
The city is also a center of commerce with busy seaports and an international airport that boosts its trade and industry. Cebu is one of the centers of trade, which actually is the most important one, in the southern Philippines. Both tourists and businessmen find their way south not only to take part of the trade but to enjoy the beautiful scenery also.

Cebu Weather

December to May would be the best time to visit Cebu City. It will usually be dry during this time without the usual tropical rains that fall the rest of the year. If you want to see Cebu during the coolest times of the year, you should go there from December to February. The months from March to May are the hottest, which is usually the peak of the summer heat.

Places to See in Cebu City

There are a lot of places to see in Cebu City. Much of the sites and key attractions are religious as well as historical. You'll find that a large part of the Cebu City's culture is shaped by its religious and colonial heritage. Some of places to see here are Basilica Minore del Santo Niño, Lapu-Lapu Monument, Magellan Marker, and the Taoist Temple.
Other places to see in Cebu that are not of religious or cultural nature include Tops Skyline Garden, Mount Maninglaw, Santa Rosa Falls, Kawasan Falls, Liloan Lighthouse, Olango Wildlife Sanctuary, and an array of fine beaches.

Cebu's Resorts and Hotels

The city has a wide range of accommodations for different travelers. Budget class, mid-range, and first class travelers will find accommodations at reasonable prices. This does not go on to say that a budget hotel in Cebu is a ragtag sort of a place. On the contrary, you'll find budget hotels here to be elegant though quite modest when it comes to decor. Of course, travelers should always check if a hotel or inn is at par with acceptable standards.
Some budget class inns and hotels in the city are Westpoint Inn along Don Gil Garcia St., Stakili Estaca Beach Garden Resort on Km. 23, Kiwi Lodge on G. Tud Tud St., Hotel de Mercedes on Pelaez St., and Century Hotel at the corner of Pelaez and Colon. Average rates for budget class hotels in the city are around $15 to $20, but you should check currency exchange rates.
Mid-range hotels in Cebu City include Crown Regency Hotel along Osmeña Boulevard, Costabella Beach Resort on Mactan Island, Cebu Midtown Hotel on Fuente Osmeña, Cebu Grand Hotel on North Escario St., Castle Peak at the corner of Pres. Quezon and F. Cabahug St., and Rajah Park Hotel along Fuente Osmeña. Mid-range hotel rates range from around $35 to more than $100.
First class hotels in Cebu City include Crown Regency Suites Mactan along Maximo Patalinhug Jr. Avenue in Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu Hilton Resort and Spa on Mactan Island, Marriot Hotel in the Ayala Business Park, Waterfront Airport Hotel and Casino Mactan along Airport Road, and White Sands at Maribago Beach on Mactan Island. Rates for hotels of this class start around $85.

Cebu Restaurants

Aside from its wonderful beaches, well-developed tourist attractions, and majestic sceneries, Cebu City is also home to some of the finest, grandest, and most luxurious restaurants in the Philippines. Through the years, these excellent food service providers never fail to satisfy its diverse audiences through their outstanding dedication to total customer satisfaction. When visiting the beautiful Cebu City, always consider dropping by at any of these following topnotch restaurants within the area.

Brothers Burger

Located at 104 South Arcade within Banilad Town Center in the heart of Cebu City, Brothers Burger is a famous restaurant that specializes in some of the best-tasting hamburgers in the country. This popular fast food chain serves international cuisines including in-house specialties like Chili Fries, Onion Rings, and Crispy Fish. Amongst its top-selling burgers are Big Brothers Burger, Brothers Black Angus Burger, as well as Double Brothers Burger. Other exciting alternatives include Brothers Lamb Burger, Brothers Pounder Burger, and Flamed Broiled Burger. Overall, these delectable and sumptuous delicacies fall under the highly affordable price range of 150 to 300 pesos. 

Avalon Café

Found at Nasipit within Talamban in Cebu City, Avalon Café is a beautiful restaurant with a very nice, cozy, relaxing atmosphere to brag. Above anything else, this excellent dining location serves authentic Filipino cuisine. The soothing ambiance of the place perfectly blends with some of the specialties of the house including Grilled Pork Belly, Calamares, and Spicy Honey Pork Ribs. Aside from these excellent dishes, many people really love its Breaded Pork Chops. Each of these wonderful dishes is available at super affordable prices, normally ranging somewhere in between 100 and 200 pesos. 

Binalot

Situated at the heart of SM Cebu Food Court within North Reclamation Area in Mabolo, Binalot is an outstanding Cebu City restaurant that takes great pride
 on the different kinds of exquisite local delicacies that it serves. To experience the best-tasting authentic Filipino cuisine, this topnotch dining facility serves loads of super delectable, palatable, and uniquely named treats like Along Came Talong and Bagoong, You Bet Pinakbet, and Bistek Walastik. Other noteworthy dishes include Sisig na Makisig, Pork Bongga Longganisa, and Love Me Tenderloin Tips. All these and more are very much available at an average price range of 100 and 200 pesos

Café Adriatico

Located at Crossroad Mall within Banilad in Cebu City, Café Adriatico is a fine dining establishment that serves delectable, fine-tasting, and generous amounts of Filipino and Spanish cuisines. This nice, cozy, and relaxing restaurant serves exciting varieties of salads, desserts, and appetizers. For some great-tasting treats, customers must try any of its Chocolate Fondues, Classic Burger, and Spareribs Adobo. Other in-house specialties include Chocolate Eh, Callos, and Salpicao. Generally, the prices for these wonderful and exquisite delicacies run from as low as 200 pesos to as high as 499 pesos.

Café Havana

Found along Garden Row within Ayala Center Cebu, Café Havana offers a cozy, relaxing, and cheerful atmosphere that jives well with its delicious Filipino and Cuban cuisines. Some of the most famous specialties of the house are Cuban Stew Encindido, Caribbean Salmon with Mango Mambo Salsa, and Spareribs Havanera. Additionally, guests must also try exciting delicacies like Cuban Crunchy Calamares, Chicharones, as well as Gambao Al Ajillo. Despite the excellent tastes of these extremely fine dishes, their average prices only range from 200 to 499 pesos.
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Cielo

Situated at the second floor of the Forum Building along Archbishop Reyes Avenue, Cielo is an Italian-inspired restaurant known for its special delicacies such as Osso Buco, Chicken Parmigiana, and different kinds of gourmet pizzas. For an average price of 200 to 500 pesos, customers can already try numerous exciting dishes as well as other enticing delicacies like Penne Rustica, Grilled Sugi, and Linguini with Clams. Some of the best-tasting desserts at this fine dining restaurant include Tartufo, Panna Cota, and Bread Pudding.

Golden Cowrie

You’ll find various branches of this Cebu restaurant in several places in the Cebu City. It is one of the more popular restaurants here that serve Filipino dishes. The ambience is well affected by the restaurant’s décor. It is quite easy to spot the paintings on the wall while chowing down a good meal. The paintings are for sale just in case you find one that perks your interest.
Of all the dishes they serve the ones that will leave a lasting impression are their adobong kangkong dish and a seafood soup with local shells known as tahong. If you’re a big fan of spicy food then you’re in for a treat, try either their chicken haling haling or Bicol express or both. If you’d like to stick to a vegan diet then try their langka, which is jackfruit cooked in coconut milk. Like many restaurants in the city, food costs around $10 or less depending on your appetite.
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Lighthouse Restaurant

Among the many native Cebu restaurants you’ll find in Gaisano Mall, this is one of the places you shouldn’t fail to visit. The ambience here is quite serene combined with the subdued lighting, which kind of gives you a relaxed mood. One of their top sellers is baked mussels served with garlic butter sauce. Another favorite along with that dish is baked scallops.
If you’re looking for classic Filipino food with a local twist then try their Cebu pochero, which is a meat and vegetable stew. Seafood lovers should try their Lapulapu in Tausi Sauce.
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Barrio Fiesta

If ever your feet get tired wandering around SM City Cebu then take a seat at Barrio Fiesta. It’s a great place to take a break and have a bite. The warm cultured hospitality here is really great. They serve native Filipino cuisine mixed with some international dishes. Dining here can easily turn into a feast since food is a tad cheaper at $5. Try one of their set meals so you can sample almost every kind of dish you fancy.
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Patio Isabel

If you can’t get enough of buffet style dining, then make your next stop at Patio Isabel. The name of the restaurant already looks good enough to eat. The restaurant has some sort of a homey appeal to it. Entering through its doors can already make you want to grab a plate and head on to the buffet table.
Vegetable lovers are in for a treat as their eggplant omelet, locally known as tortang talong, is a knockout. Other dishes that has their aroma wafting all over the table include sinigang, baked mussels, steamed shrimp, fresh lumpia, and grilled squid. The barbecue and roasted pig will definitely leave your tummy singing in gastronomic delight. To add to the fanfare of flavor is section of the table laden with almost every variety of sauces you can find in the country.
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Laguna Garden Café

This Cebu restaurant is another calorific treat for anyone who loves good food. They also serve a killer Cebu lechon that you won’t easily forget. However, just watch the calories on this one. This restaurant is a popular place especially for family gatherings. There are days when it is just packed with people.
The restaurant started out just as a small canteen owned by a local family. Other than serving really mouthwatering gastronomic food like crispy pata and lechon food prices are relatively cheaper compared to other restaurants in the area. Food will cost around $2 to $6 for a meal for four.
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Mr. A Restaurant

This is one of the most romantic Cebu restaurants you’ll ever find. Dinners are made memorable here since you’ll be dining under an open night sky with a panoramic view of Cebu City. The restaurant is located 20 floors above the main thoroughfares of the city. Grilled food here is complementary to the atmosphere coupled with great drinks.
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Choga Korean Restaurant

It is located at Marina Mall Pusok in Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu. As you enter the place, you will be welcomed with a nice ambience and you have the option to eat in a regular table or inside their Japanese style room. Taking your shoes off is one of the rules if you choose to eat inside the Japanese style room. While you wait for your order to arrive, you will be served with some foods for free without limit. Included in their menu are Slice Steamed Pork with Soy Sauce, Kimchi Fried Rice, Spicy Beef Soup, Beef Rib Soup, and Sliced Fresh Raw Tuna.

Deziban Korean Restaurant

It is located at M.L. Quezon Highway Pusok, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu. Deziban is really a wonderful dining place to go since they are serving delicious and genuine Korean dishes. The taste and flavor of the foods will truly satisfy you. The appearance of the place is similar to that of a public dining room so there is no dress code. There is only limited options in their menu but they are truly confident that what they are serving to you is indeed delicious and satisfactory. Most of the Koreans in the city prefer to have their meal here due to the authenticity of the taste. Included in their menu are Grilled Pork Belly with Vegetable, Stir Fried Pork with Spicy Sauce, and Bibinba.
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Kagura Japanese Restaurant

It is located at A.S. Fortuna St., Banilad, Cebu along the street that is known as 'Food Land' due to the presence of several dining establishments in the area. Kagura is open for business for 24 hours every day. Inside the restaurant is a warm and welcoming ambience served in the Japanese way. The dishes are superbly delicious and you are going to eat your food over a traditional bamboo mat. The place also has a spa in it and you can ask any of their staff about it if you want to try their spa services to relax yourself after a busy day at work. Included in their menu are Umibudou, Lapu-Lapu Sashimi, Gyoza, Toritebayaki, Ebi Tempura, Mixed Kushi Age, Okonomiyaki, Miso-Ramen, Kastu-Don, and Maaboo-Don.

Ichiriki Chaya Japanese Restaurant

It is located at A.S. Fortuna in Mandaue City, Cebu. The place has really a wonderful ambience and amazing atmosphere. The first floor has a massage parlor aside from the dining place. You can choose to take a relaxing massage first before enjoying a delectable Japanese meal. The second floor has a genuine Japanese eating style with a low table and a mat known as 'Tatami'. The dishes are great-tasting and perfect for fine dining with your family or friends. Included in their menu are Salad with Crab Meat, Edamame, Ebi Tempura, Sushi Moriawase Matsu, Yakitori Moriawase, and Gyoza.

Goku Japanese Restaurant

It is located at Paseo Saturnino, Maria Lusia Entrance Road, Banilad, Cebu. Guko serves deliciously Japanese meals at very reasonable prices. The taste of the foods served in their menu is truly satisfying. The ambience of their dining place shows the true atmosphere of Japanese 'Izakaya' or drinking bar. For beer lovers, this is the place to go to while here in Cebu. They have lots of Japanese dishes listed on the menu and you can choose for yourself what you really like according to your own taste for Japanese foods. Included in their menu are Sausage Teppanyaki, Tonkatsu, Torikawa, Chikuwa Tempura, Ebi Tempura, Gyoza, Sishamo, and Chawan-Mushi.
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Nonki Japanese Restaurant

It is located at A.S. Fortuna St., Bakilid, Mandaue City, Cebu. A Japanese style dining place that serves delicious traditional Japanese foods. They have two more branches in Cebu where one is located inside a shopping mall and the other one is inside a call center building. Inside the dining area you will feel the vibrant atmosphere of the place due to their hardworking staff. Their great tasting meals are available at a very reasonable price. Included in their menu are Potato Salad, Jo Nigiri Sushi Moriawase, Tempura Moriawase, Motsunikomi, Plain Omelet, Tsukune, Yakitori, and Ume Cyazuke.
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Yakiniku Tajimaya Japanese Restaurant

It is located at The Crossroads Mall, Banilad Road, Cebu. Here you will be served with a delicious slice of beef and you have to choose if you are going to grill or broil it by yourself. Their staff will be happy to assist you anytime with your order. You will experience good taste and flavor at a good value. Included in their menu are Jyu Karubi, Reba, Jyu Harami, Jyu Rosu, Wagyuu Karubi, Jyu Gyuutannshio, Potato Salad, Tajimaya Fresh Salad with Sesame Oil, Tajimaya Tamagoyaki, and Yukke Sashi.

Spice Fusion Restaurant

It is located within Banilad Town Centre in Cebu that specializes in different Asian dishes. You can select from their wide variety of dishes in the menu from meat food to seafood. The serve generously and the price is affordable. The ambience for the place is specifically designed for dining purposes. The goodness of the dishes are unexplainable so it is better if you try it out for yourself. The place is usually full during lunch and dinner hours so it is best if you arrive there earlier to secure a table for yourself.
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Tequila Joe’s

It is located within Ayala Food and Entertainment Center in Cebu that specializes in various Mexican dishes. This is where you will experience the best of Mexican foods in town. The place has an indoor bar and a large garden area. Each day of the week, live bands are performing regularly here. This restaurant serves the best nachos and fajitas in the city. You can choose to try their BBQ favorites and flaming grill specials partnered with the flavorful margarita.
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El Gecko Restobar

It is located at the corner of General Maxilom and D. Jackosalem Streets in Cebu. It is a contemporary kind of restaurant that is comfortable enough to have an enjoyable hour of great food, drink, music, and friends. This is one of the famous bars within the city where great service, good atmosphere, and low prices are found. The menu is a combination of delicious flavors from different regions of the world ranging from local dishes to Mexican dishes to home cooked meat pies and curries, to world-renowned pizzas.
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Ching Palace

It is located at Salinas Drive in Lahug, Cebu that specializes in great tasting Chinese dishes. This is one of the favorite restaurants of the townspeople and features a wide selection of different Chinese foods. The place has cages of garish birds and aquariums. The interior design of the dining area is totally elegant giving out a relaxing ambience of the place that will help you to unwind your tired body after a rough day at work. The place is suitable for spending your dinnertime with your family, friends, or work colleagues.
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Jo's Chicken Inato

It has five branches within the city and one of the branches is located at V. Renudo Street in Ramos, Cebu. If you want a festive atmosphere while dining then this is the right place for you. The restaurant specializes in native Filipino recipes and drinks and their specialty is the flavorful Chicken Barbecue that everyone loves. They also serve Pancit Macau, Steaked Tangige, Pork Barbecue, and Sinigang na Baboy. They offer unlimited rice access to some selected dishes on their menu.

Manna Restaurant

It is located near the Mactan Shrine and the place specializes in various seafood dishes. It is considered as one of the best Su Tu Kil places in Cebu where the ingredients are freshly handpicked and cook according to the preference of their dining guests. You will experience good food value at a reasonable price especially for those people who truly love seafood dishes.
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Casa Verde

Their main branch is located at Lim Tian Teng Street in Cebu with two more branches within the city. One is in Asiatown IT Park and the other one is Ayala Center. It is a family-style restaurant good for casual dining. Their main specialty is their ever favorite Brian's ribs that consists of large pieces of baby back ribs marinated in their special sauce that is then cooked into perfection. They also serve steaks, ice creams, and other delicious melt-in-your-mouth dishes.
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Hola Espana

It is located at Paseo Saturnino Maria Luisa Road in Banilad, Cebu. The restaurant will serve you the delicious and vibrant dishes of Spain. Their authentic Spanish dishes range from various cheese, cold-cuts, olive oil, wines, sausages, hams, turrones, and many more. The place's favorites are Paella Valenciana, Roast Suckling Pig or Cochinillo, and Chicken al Horno. Enjoy their wide selection of beers, Sangria, and Spanish wines at very reasonable prices.

Café Orchidia

Café Orchidia is an inviting restaurant located at Nivel Hills, Lahug in Cebu City. This dining place specializes in Italian cuisine. The establishment has a romantic setting and a relaxing ambiance. Even if the dishes served at this place are expensive, customers are assured to get the best value for their money when they at Café Orchidia. One of the delicious appetizers that people can try at this place is the spinach flatbread. The bread has a base that is the same with the one used in making pizza crust. What makes the appetizer special is the addition of buffalo mozzarella. For the convenience of small groups, the place provides a special dining room that can accommodate eight to 10 individuals. People who want to have a relaxing time can eat at this fine dining place because it offers a wide selection of wines that they can order.
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Cebu Hria Korean Restaurant

If you are interested in Korean dishes, then one of the places to visit is the Cebu Hria Korean Restaurant. Prices of dishes available at the place range from Php 100 to Php 200. The specialty of the house is the Bulgogi. The ambiance in the establishment is relaxing and refreshing. The place offers other affordable seafood dishes like Sweet and Sour Lapu Lapu.

Abaseria Deli and Café

Abaseria Deli and Café is one of the Cebu restaurants that specialize in Filipino dishes. The prices of meals at this place range from Php 50 to Php 200. The dining place is open seven days a week and it is open from nine in the morning to 10 in the evening. Situated at 39B Cong. Noel Street in the City of Cebu, the restaurant is accessible to various forms of land transportation. Payments can be made through credit cards.
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Chateau de Busay

One of the famous fine dining Cebu restaurants, Chateau de Busay was established by Paul Keiner in 1968. Some of the dishes available at this place are Pork Fillet with Apple Sauce, Chicken Oriental, Pork Chops with Whole Shallots as well as Fresh Tuna Baked in Tomato Sauce. For appetizers, the restaurant offers mixed green salad, cream of mushroom soup and cream of corn soup. This restaurant also offers buffet style of dining to consumers. The prices of buffet menus available in the place range from Php380 to Php480.
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City Breakfast Club

If you want to have a satisfying breakfast, you can check out the meals served at City Breakfast Club. This Cebu restaurant specializes in different delicacies like American and Asian dishes. Many people dine at this place because it offers delectable breads and cakes. The restaurant also specializes in seafood dishes. For the convenience of customers, City Breakfast Club offers delivery services.
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Family Farm Grill House

A restaurant that is known for serving delectable and luscious barbecue dishes, the Family Farm Grill House offers satisfying seafood meals. The dining place has an atmospheric ambiance. The setting of the place is native. To attract customers, the restaurant features singers who will serenade consumers. The dishes in the place are affordable. The price range of meals at this Cebu restaurant is around Php100 to Php300. The restaurant also accepts advance reservations for those who want to hold special events in the place.
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The Grand Majestic

If you are craving for the authentic Chinese flavor, there is no other place to be in than the Grand Majestic restaurant, which is located along Archbishop Reyes Avenue. True to its name, Grand Majestic will offer you a grand time savoring the tastiest and most delectable Chinese dishes. Peking Duck is definitely a must-try. It is one of the dishes that made Grand Majestic a popular name among food adventurers. And oh, do not forget to get a hand on desserts. This luxurious eating hub offers a wide array of sweet treats! [Archbishop Reyes Avenue, Cebu City; (6332) 232-1103]
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Hai Pong Authentic Vietnamese Cuisine

If you choose to go Vietnamese, Hai Pong makes for a good option. It offers the fine taste of Vietnam minus its exotic flavors. Aside from the fact that you get to taste a different meal, you also can go healthy without you even noticing it. Yes, Hai Pong Authentic Vietnamese Cuisine is focused on giving its patrons an array of healthy dishes that are mainly composed of rice, wheat, legumes, vegetables, and fresh herbs. Meat is used in many of the recipes served at Hai Pong but it acts as a condiment than a main ingredient. Hai Pong is a breath of fresh air. It makes eating a healthy adventure. If you add that to the modern interiors and laid-back ambience, you get fine dining at its beast, really. [Unit K Crossroad Mall, Banilad, Cebu City; (6332) 233-9388; kruathaiph@yahoo.com]

Jovens Grill and Seafoods

If you like hanging out with authentic Filipino food on the dining table, check out Jovens Grill and Seafoods. It is among the many grills in Cebu that offers the freshest catch. Shrimp, crabs, squids, a variety of fish, and shellfish are often the star of every dish. That’s not to say, however, that it is impossible to enjoy meat and vegetable dishes here. Jovens Grill and Seafoods also has a wide array of non-seafood recipes, which you will surely enjoy.
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Kaishu Japanese Seafood Restaurant

If you have got the budget for it, visit Kaishu Japanese Seafood Restaurant. This is one of the more luxurious, more expensive eating hubs in Cebu. It offers a wide array of authentic Japanese dishes, whose ingredients are flown fresh all the way from Australia and of course, Japan. It would be impossible to resist Ebi Tempura, California Roll, Sashimi Funamori, and Jo-Nigiri Zushi. [Shangri-La, Mactan Island, Cebu; (6332) 495-2888; info@kaishu.com.ph]

Kaona Grill

This is one of the best grill restaurants that you would ever get to find in Cebu. It offers a wide variety of grill recipes mostly composed of the fresh catch like blue marlin coupled with an engaging ambience. Kaona Grill has the perfect garden setting that is soothing to the spirit, especially when good music is floating in the air. [Across Ayala Mall, Cebu Business Park; (6332) 231-8539; iandino_pages@yahoo.com]
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Krua Thai Authentic Thai Cuisine

Thai cuisine may not be as popular as Chinese and Japanese but it is constantly gaining steam among Cebu diners of all kinds. That’s because of Krua Thai Authentic Thai Cuisine. Bagoong Rice and Pandan Chicken are among the many favorites that diners come back for in this quaint place. [Banilad Town Center, Lapu- Lapu City, Cebu; (6332) 346-3588]

Persian Palate Restaurant

Persian Palate Restaurant can be found in Ayala Cebu, which is a very nice dining facility that serves flavor-rich yet healthy Indian food. The ambiance is good and so are the different facilities inside this place. Some of the notable specialties of the house are Wheat Bread with Mango Chutney and Mixed Vegetable Soup. The Hummus is also yummy, which is made up of olive oil and chickpeas. One of the favorites inside this place is Musaka, the ingredients of which include yoghurt, tomatoes, eggplant and beef. Another notable dish is Veggie Beef Biryani, which is basically rice with tomatoes, raisins, white onion and veggie meat. Made from eggplant and olive oil, Babaganoosh is a simple looking treat with rich flavor.
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Gerry's Grill

Gerry’s Grill is another leading dining facility in Cebu, which is located at the 2nd floor of Ayala Activity Center. The place serves different kinds of sumptuous and yummy Filipino specialties like Seafood Sinigang, Kare-Kareng Baka and Inihaw na Tuna Belly. Aside from these, many customers love other fine dishes such as Chicken Kebab, Tanigue Kinilaw and Calamares. Other house specials include Lechon Kawali for 210 pesos, regular Crispy Pata for 425 pesos and Bicol Express for 150 pesos. For those who love to wine and dine, they will surely enjoy the different wine, beer and cocktail drinks available here.
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Lemon Grass Restaurant

Lemon Grass Restaurant is a first-class dining establishment that serves Thai and Vietnamese specialties. One of the top dishes inside this place is Viet Fresh Summer Rolls or Goi Con, which is a nutritious dish made up of fresh ingredients like vegetables, pork and shrimp. The Yam Palomari is also very tasty, which is comprised of fried shallots, roasted nuts and Thai vinaigrette with shrimp and grilled chicken as main ingredients. Aside from good food, it has a convenient location and great services to offer. One of the major highlights of this place is the special beverage called Citrus and Herb Lemonade. When visiting this place, do not forget to try other fine treats such as the Grilled Pork Spareribs, Beef in Red Curry, Thai Spicy Rice Noodle, Kung Thot Rat Sot Som, Royal Fried Beancurd and Tom Yam Thale.
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Wang Shan Lo Restaurant

For tasty authentic Chinese specialties, visit Wang Shan Lo at Club Ultima along Osmena Boulevard in Cebu City. It is one of the premier food service providers inside the hotel, which serves yummy dishes and refreshing beverages. In-house specialties include Peking Duck and Lemon Chicken. It offers sumptuous eat-all-you-can dinner for the reasonable price of 450 pesos.
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Dimsum Break

Another popular Chinese restaurant chain in Cebu, Dimsum Break is found at the Mango Square Mall along Mango Avenue. Some of the best-sellers inside this dining facility are Steamed Fish, Fried Wanton and Siomai. Aside from these, be sure not to miss out the Pork and Beef Steamed Rice. For snacks, it is good to try the Shrimp Ball, Siopao and Stuffed Taro. During hot afternoons, it is good to order refreshing beverages like iced tea, juices and soft drinks. This restaurant is very clean and homey. More than anything else, the prices are not that expensive. Prepare at least 250 pesos.
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Alejandro's Steak & Seafood House

For a taste of authentic and delicious Filipino cuisine, go to Alejandro’s Steak & Seafood House and enjoy sumptuous meals and drinks. It is found within the Capitol Site, which is right behind Cebu Doctors’ Hospital in Cebu City. One of the specialties at this place is Crispy Pata, which is believed to be one of the best in town. Aside from this, there is a wide variety of seafood dishes available including fish, shrimps and squids. Customers can also order alcoholic beverages like beer and different special cocktails such as the Weng-Weng for 120 pesos, the Lipstick for 50 pesos and the Toxic Mau for 75 pesos.

Vienna Kaffeehaus

Home to authentic Austrian dishes, Vienna Kaffeehaus is a very interesting restaurant known for its great service, delicious food and relaxing atmosphere. The place serves different kinds of tasty and irresistible Austrian dishes like Brathuhn, Gulaschuppe and Huehnersuppe. Aside from these, there are many other options to choose from such as Berner Sausage, Hungarian Sausage and Pork Tenderloin Tips. The Blueberry Cheesecake is also very nice, which goes well with Espresso Coffee. For dessert, a must-try dish is Fruchtpalatschinken, which is known for its distinctively sweet and pleasant taste. It has two branches in Cebu City, one of which is along Gorodo Avenue, while the other is found along Banilad Road.
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Port Seafood Restaurant

Port Seafood Restaurant is located within the complex of Waterfront Hotel in Lahug. Inside this place, customers can get a load of international and native dishes, which are served buffet-style for lunch as well as dinner. Although this restaurant specializes in seafood, soups, pastas and various kinds of meat dishes are also served. Furthermore, customers are guaranteed to enjoy the ultra fine taste of the different desserts available here. Great tasting native salad dishes are also served, one of which is made from puso ng saging and the other from mango.
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Royal Concourse

Royal Concourse is a very nice restaurant found along Gorodo Avenue in Cebu City. Although it looks simple outside, big things are in-stored from within the place, which serves highly satisfying eat-all-you-can dishes. For only 128 pesos, customers can get a load of different tasty treats inclusive of appetizers, main courses and desserts. Aside from iced tea, people can order other refreshing beverages like soft drinks and beer. One of the most notable dishes served in this place is Fried Lumpia. The menu includes a variety of fish, pork and chicken dishes.
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Sen Ryu Japanese Restaurant

Sen Ryu Japanese Restaurant is a fine-dining facility located along Salinas Drive within the area of Lahug in Cebu City. Inside this place, the ambiance is cozy and relaxing, which perfectly goes well with the delectable traditional Japanese dishes. The specialty of the house is Sukiyaki. It is open daily, serving lunch from 11am until 2pm and dinner from 6pm until 10pm. It offers different kinds of services including deliveries and caterings for special events.

The Tinderbox Restaurant

The Tinderbox Restaurant is one of the finest dining facilities in the area, which is found along Archbishop Reyes Avenue in the City of Cebu. It specializes in Mediterranean and French dishes. It has a delicatessen and wine cellar where customers can order a wide range of imported products. Furthermore, it serves different types of high quality cheeses.
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The Old Spaghetti House Restaurant

Found at SM Cebu, the Old Spaghetti House Restaurant is a truly amazing place that combines delightful dishes, nice facilities and high quality services. The place serves highly affordable but very delicious treats like the Pesto Crusted Roast Chicken for only 165 pesos, which comes with yummy Angel Hair Pomodoro. Aside from this particular specialty, it is also nice to try any of the Golden Crusted Chicken, Ham and Cheese Crepe for only 160 pesos as well as the Pepper Crusted Fish with Spaghetti for 170 pesos. The presentation of the different dishes is very nice and so are the prices for these delicious in-house specialties.

Ginza Restaurant

Ginza Restaurant is a fine-dining establishment that serves tasty and authentic Japanese specialties, which is located along J. Panis Street within the area of Banilad in Cebu City. Established in 1980, this restaurant offers delightful specialties like sashimi, sushi and pork teppanyaki. The ambiance inside the place is cheery and bright, which makes it a very nice place to hang out especially for fun-loving people. It serves various kinds of seafood including prawns, lobsters and blue marlin. Aside from these, customers can enjoy other fine treats like crabs, sea cucumbers and cuttlefish. The place is cozy and relaxing, but the price is quite expensive. However, these fine treats are worth every peso considering the pleasant taste of food as well as the high quality of service.
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Beehive Restaurant

Beehive Restaurant can be found along F. Ramos Street, which is near the Bigfoot Center in Cebu City. The place was established in the closing parts of the 1940s, which has been a favorite hangout amongst local celebrities. This dining facility is just small but very cozy, plus the food is really delicious. One of the in-house specialties is called Lengua Estofado. Aside from this, the steak is also very good, which always draws praises from customers.
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Earth & Ocean Bar & Restaurant

Earth & Ocean Bar & Restaurant is conveniently located within the area of Lahug in Cebu, which serves different kinds of flavor-rich European dishes. It serves Italian specialties like spaghetti and other forms of pasta. Other notable treats available inside this place are the Austrian Gizzards and German Sausage. Furthermore, different flavors of cakes are being offered including chocolate, ube and other enticing varieties. Aside from these, ice cream is also served, some of the top flavors of which are Rocky Road, Cookies and Cream and Mango.
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Fisherman’s Net and Garden

Fisherman’s Net and Garden can be found within the Lahug area in the City of Cebu. In addition to its cozy and relaxing dining area, there are function rooms for private events. It has a discotheque and videoke room, where customers can enjoy dancing and singing. The place offers a wide selection of seafood dishes including lobsters, crabs and fish. Aside from these, beef and pork varieties are also available.
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