I'm an avid fan of Bacolod chicken inasal.  Whenever I am alone and on a budget, it is always my comfort food.  To be honest, I've been wanting to eat at Aida's Chicken since I've read about it from famous blogs.  But, it was difficult for me to coincidentally be around Makati Cinema Square area.  

I haven't been to Makati Cinema Square since I was watched a movie "The Indian in the Cupboard" with relatives a very long time ago.   As I was writing this, I'm surprised that I can still remember bits of the movie and my movie experience.   I recall, it was my aunt who treated us.   We've never heard of it before so I'm glad that I discovered it.   I liked the movie although it was a more serious and dramatic than the cartoon "Toy Story".  

Apart from the facade, I didn't feel any nostalgia from the place.  It was really run down.  I had to ask the guard where Aidas is located because it was not visible at all.  All along I kept on wondering why it chose to be located there in the first place.   You have to pass by cellphone and random stalls before reaching the restaurant.  To my surprise, there were foreigner and family guests dining there.

That heightened my expectations despite the fairly unappealing ambience.  

So here it is - Inasal Pecho.  If you choose the executive meal it comes with broth soup, side dish and rice.  Prior to digging in, I could already tell from the aroma and visual appeal - yellowing color, glaze and char-marks that it was going to be delicious.  

The Aida's Ilonggo Express is similar to what I know as gising-gising.  Perhaps, I'm biased to coconut milk based dishes so I gladly indulged this to the last bit.  However, I think the price is unjustified.

Inasal Chicken Bacolod SM Manila
Business Address	Lower Ground SM City Manila, Natividad Lopez St. Ermita, Manila, Metro Manila
Business Hours	10am-9pm (Mall Hours)
Payment Options	Cash
Service Charge	N/A
Budget/Person	50-100
Free WiFi	No
Unlocked Foursquare Perks	None
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The family loves to try out the different hole-in-the-wall diners in Kapitolyo.  It's amazing that this former residential village has turned into a foodie haven.  And, our exploration within it is so far from being accomplished as there are really so many more to try!  A few weeks ago, we discovered Bok Bok's Inasal.  It's the only place in Kapitolyo where you can enjoy a budget-friendly authentic Illongo meal that's great for sharing. 

Bok Bok's Inasal is one of the underdogs in famous eat street of Kapitolyo probably because of has a very humble sign which you could barely notice if you're like us who goes to Kapitolyo to find a random diner that we'll find enticing.   It's located along Maria Clara Street beside Cross Fit Kapitolyo.  It has 3 parking slots which is a plus point for us considering how challenging finding a parking slot in Kapitolyo can be.

Isn't this just the biggest Pecho inasal served here in the Metro?  For it's this combo meal is a steal especially since it comes with BOTTOMLESS Iced Tea!  Not only is the chicken meal plump and succulent, it was very fragrant and flavorful too.  Among the inasal variations, have I ever shared that I love the Bacolod version the most?

I'm actually a big fan of chicken liver and gizzard so I had the 1 pc. Atay / 1 pc. Baticolon Combo.  I must say, it has lived up to my expectations.

If you're craving for Illongo meal especially Bacolod inasal that's budget-friendly, do try Bok Bok's Inasal.  Bring some company as their dishes are good for sharing.  Super sulit! 

Pangpatam-Is (Dessert)

The Buko Pandan Delight is mainly pandan jelly and fresh coconut strips in cream.  There is nothing unique with Bacolod Chicken Inasal's version.