For decades, we've grown to love Racks for living up to its promise of delivering the best ribs in town.  Then surprise surprise, a new cooler and younger brother called Rackshack comes along. 

Like all younger brothers, there's a bigger pressure of living up to the expectations set by its older brother. 

With a brighter and hipper vibe and long tables allowing for social eating, it bears no influence of its older brother.

Aside from the name, I bet you couldn't tell just by the looks of the place right?


To properly differ from its good and stable older brother, it also offers booze to heighten the social and dining experience. 

Food

Ridiculously Good Appetizers

♥ Ridiculous Nachos (365 php)

Being born after an older brother, Rackshack sure knows that sharing is caring!  It offers appetizers that are fun to enjoy with company like the Ridiculous Nachos...

Onion Strings (135 php)

Onion Strings...

Skinny Fries (95 php)

and Skinny Fries.

Street Corn Salad (195 php)

Its salad isn't as grand but it is more affordable than what Racks has to offer.

Pork Ribs in Hoisin Sauce (Sampler Only)

Rackshack offers 5 sauces: Mother Sauce (signature house blend), Spicy Mother Sauce, Hoisin Sauce, Carolina Gold (mustard base) and Kansas Sauce (sweet and spicy).  I

♥ Creole Garlic Shrimp (Sampler Only)

 I enjoyed the Creole Garlic Shrimp.

Crack Fried Chicken (Half 345 php)

If I recall correctly, Racks also has an item similar to the Crack Fried Chicken.

Tsinoy Foodies Verdict
So that's what you can expect from Racks cooler and younger brother Rackshack.  Should we welcome it with open arms and love it just like its older brother?   Hmm... I wouldn't want to spoil it so I'll be honest with my opinion that it has yet to convince many that it can deliver consistently like Racks was able to.  But price-wise, it is a bit cheaper.

A visit to Toast after work hours is one way to achieve that.  Among the hundreds of dining places I've been too, I don't think I've encountered one with such homey, rustic, comfortable and elegant vibe like Toast.



Food

♥ Home Dumplings (169 php)

♥ Salpicao (459 php)

O-Tori

♥ Chicken Soft Bone (48 php), ♥ Chicken Gizzard (59 php) and ♥ Chicken Tail (59 php)

Mains Pasta

♥ Japanese Carbonara (345 php)

Mains Beef

♥ Ribstock (888 php)

Mains Pork

♥ Charsiu on Scallion Fried Rice (595 php)

Mains Poultry & Seafood

Orange Chicken (438 php)

Desserts

Matcha Frozen Brazo

We were very surprised at the huge serving size.  If you think about it, the portion size makes the pricing reasonable.  We were so stuffed we thought we didn't have space for dessert... until we saw the Matcha Frozen Brazo.  I've missed the Frozen Green Tea  Brazo de Mercedes of Ma Maison which closed down years ago.  Never thought I'd encounter one like it again.  In fact when it comes to brazo, this one is way better because all the layers are heavenly!  The fluffy top layer, the strong flavor of green tea ice cream, the custard ice cream and the soaked sponge crust all create a wonderful harmony.

Drinks

Tsinoy Foodies Verdict
Toast Asian Kitchen & Tasting Room has really exceeded my expectations.  I enjoyed the concept, the food quality and the interiors.  If only this was nearer to my home or office, I would see this place as my frequent meeting place, dating venue, after-work chill out and a superb venue for family celebrations.  The food serving is great for sharing so its best to visit this place with company.  And with the cozy ambiance, I'm sure your guests will enjoy your company and the comforts of the place.

Tagaytay City has become more than just a chill place for people who seek relaxation.  It has now become a food haven.  Aside from the famous established food joints, there are new food places to visit like Meer Cafe.


With Tagaytay City being more commercialized, I really noticed that most restaurants have a high price point. 


When I went to Meer Cafe, I had that impression too because of its chic and cozy ambiance. 


The mismatch tables and chairs offered a cool vibe.  While plush lofts and seats offers a comfortable stay.

Food

♥ Buffalo Chicken Wings (85 php)

Wow!  We were really surprised by their menu.  Everything was under 100 php.  Of course, I was skeptic.  I would think maybe they lacked in taste or the portion is so small.  But, upon trying our first order: Buffalo Chicken Wings, I knew I hit the jackpot by trying out Meer Cafe.

Hot & Spicy Tofu (65 php)

And, the menu had a wide selection.  They even have healthy and vegetarian dishes.

Pasta / Noodles

♥ Pad Thai Noodles (65 php)

Could you believe that their Pad Thai Noodles is only 65 php?   Mind you it is good!  The only thing I could find here that could use an improvement is too lessen the sweetness a bit.

Slider (85 php)

Kids will surely enjoy these Slider.

Lunch x Dinner

♥ Crispy Pata (325 php)

And, surely everyone will love this huge Crispy Pata.

Salad

♥ Chicken With Mango Salad (95 php)

The Chicken With Mango Salad is so fresh!


Chefs Special

♥ Budhas Delight (85 php)

The Budhas Delight is my veggie choice.  This is really a delight to all whether Budha, Buddha, me or you.

♥ Baby Back Ribs (175 php)

One of the must order and incredibly affordable is the Baby Back Ribs.

Dessert

♥ Sizzling Chewy Brownies (60 php)

I don't blame you for over ordering because many will fit your budget but save room for dessert!

Panna Cotta

Cakes

♥Blueberry Cheesecake (1,133 php)

Meer's Blueberry Cheesecake is hands down one of the best cheesecakes I've tried!

♥ Blueberry Cheesecake (1,133 php)

Drinks

Iced Caramel Macchiato (65 php)

The drinks are instagram-worthy but they are also as sweet as they look.

Tsinoy Foodies Verdict
If you're in Tagaytay and looking for a satisfying meal that guarantees that you won't break the bank even when you're in big groups, Meer Cafe is the best option!  I don't think you can find an incredibly delicious yet affordable meal like this in Tagaytay and more so in Metro Manila.