When visiting Bacolod, the first thing that comes in mind is to try the local specialty Bacolod-style Chicken Inasal. According to my local friends, the best Bacolod-style Chicken Inasal is the one served by Nena's Rose II Shopping Branch.
Yes, to my surprise, they recommended that it has to be this specific branch out of the many branches!
The fame of Bacolod-style Chicken Inasal has reached Manila. As we've shared, we've tried several brands in Manila such as Aida's Chicken, Inasal Chicken Bacolod, Bok Bok's Inasal, Bacolod Chicken Inasal.
Yet, we're still so excited since naturally, a local specialty at the place of origin is expected to offer the best experience.
Nena's Rose II Shopping Branch offers a clean, modern and spacious dining facility. On the right side, it even has an a hand washing area equipped with more than five sinks (each with liquid hand soap dispensers).
If you want to eat like a local, you have to eat your meal using your hands. But, since I'm a foreigner, I requested for utensils.
Food
Bisaya (150 php) |
Among the Bacolod Chicken Inasal establishments we've tried in Manila and in Bacolod, Nena's Rose II is the only one we've encountered that serves Bisaya. As we've researched, Ilonggo's refer to all native food ingrediats as "Bisaya". Thus, this s a native chicken cooked in the Bacolod-style inasal way. It is priced higher than the usual chicken but it was an addition that we would simply shoulder willingly. This is hands down the best Bacolod Chicken Inasal we've ever had.
Talaba (60 php) |
Aside from Chicken Inasal, you can also find a lot of places serving Talaba or Oysters. You can find them in most Chicken Inasal establishments like Nena Rose or you can find it in a less fancy but more specialized place along the street side which the locals refer to as "Talabahan".
Talaba (60 php) |
The oysters here are so cheap! For only 60 php, look at how much Talaba I got to enjoy! The size is pretty good too right?
Tsinoy Foodies Verdict
Nena's Rose Shopping II hands down offers the best Chicken Inasal in Bacolod among the famous Chicken Inasal establishments that we've tried. We will definitely stop by this place whenever we are in Bacolod City!
Tsinoy Foodies Review Rating | Nena's Rose II Shopping II Menu | |
Ambiance | ★★★★ | Menu |
Taste | ★★★★★ | |
Service | ★★★ | |
Price | ★★★★ | |
♥=Favorites or Recommended |
Nena's Rose Shopping II | |
Business Address | 6th St, Bacolod, Negros Occidental, Philippines (6100) |
Business Hours | 8am-11pm |
Payment Options | Cash |
Service Charge | N/A |
Budget/Person | 100-300 |
Free WiFi | No |
Contact | (034) 432 1434 |
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