Showing posts with label hole in the wall. Show all posts
Showing posts with label hole in the wall. Show all posts
I've noticed that many food places and bars have strategically positioned themselves near colleges and universities. Perhaps if it was like that during my college days, I wouldn't be so anti-social. Well, anyway there's a new Tex-Mex place called Coyotoe Cocina!
While many of the establishments are still closed, Coyotoe Cocina alone is worth the visit.
I really like the spacious and modern design as well as the spacious dining and parking area of The Pop Up Katipunan. But, I can't imagine how hot this place is during the day time so I would suggest that you go at night.
I think its really the ideal home for a Coyote Cocina.
It has a counter wherein you can see its open kitchen...
and a few tables. It offers two kinds of tables: (1) ordinary square wooden table (2) a long table with built in beer coolers.
Food
This is the first time I've encountered a concept that uses quality local ingredients to make authentic Tex-Mex flavor. I really like the idea because it still delivers satisfaction to the customers while boosting our local economy and it is sustainable for the establishment.
I recall my former favorite Tex-Mex place: Orale! - a small hole-in-the-wall serving authentic Tex-Mex dishes which closed down. Perhaps, it was because of the high price of its imported ingredients that made it impossible for it to survive.
Appetizers
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| Coyote Wings (160 php) |
These Coyote Wings are deceiving! It didn't look appealing to me but when I tried it I just had to grab more of it before my companions could. Its unlike any wing I've tried before. There's something magical with the coating. The wings itself has subtle flavor but it really works with the dip.
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| Nachos Large (280 php) |
The Nachos are also one of the best I've tried! I think the secret is in the beans!
Coyote Rice Plates
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| Beef Barbacoa (250 php) |
I definitely like more of its beans with these! I know it doesn't look filling but once you eat it, you'll realize that this Beef Barbacoa platter is good for two. If the meat could be more tender, this would definitely be better.
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| Pork Belly (250 php) |
There is not much disparity between the satisfaction you will get from either the Beef Barbacoa or Pork Belly Rice Plates. It's just a matter of preference on which type of meat you want to go for.
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| Carnitas Plate (250 php) |
On the other hand, the Carnitas was a bit dry.
Tacos
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| Carnitas Trio (175 php) |
If you want to try the Carinitas, go for the taco version with the Carnitas Trio.
Enchiladas
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| Doble (185 php) |
My favorite item on the Coyote Cocina menu would probably be the Doble Enchiladas. I think the proportion and preparation of this is perfect! I really like the
Burrito
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| Coyotes Macho Burrito (190 php) |
If you prefer a handful one, the Coyotes Macho Burrito is an alternative to the Enchiladas.
Drinks
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| Tequila Shots |
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| Corona Extra |
Ice cold beer anyone?
Tsinoy Foodies Verdict
You can surely count on Coyote Cocina for authentic Tex-Mex dishes made from quality local ingredients. Definitely check this place out! The price is student friendly too!
| Tsinoy Foodies Review Rating | Coyote Cocina Menu | |
| Ambiance | ★★★ | Menu |
| Taste | ★★★ | |
| Service | ★★★ | |
| Price | ★★★★ | |
| ♥=Favorites or Recommended | ||
| Coyote Cocina | |
| Business Address | The Pop Up Katipunan, Xavierville Corner Katipunan Avenue, Loyola Heights, Quezon City, Metro Manila |
| Business Hours | 5pm-10pm |
| Payment Options | Cash |
| Service Charge | N/A |
| Budget/Person | 250-500 |
| Free WiFi | No |
| Contact | |
| Other | |
The family has dined at Gostoso Piri-Piri numerous times because my mom loves it. Of course, she could not believe that I have tried it yet and insisted that I come on their next visit.
Gostoso Piri Piri Chicken is one of the many hole in the wall establishments in Kapitolyo Pasig.
During meal hours, it is usually packed with diners so you have to wait for your seat and finding a parking slot can be quite a challenge.
The interior is almost bare. On it's unfurnished cement walls are empty jars. There's hardly nothing to notice except for its wooden tables paired with an variations of chairs and...
creative signages.
Food
The Coxinha look like croquettes but are not because there's no potato involved. Instead, it has shredded chicken, bell peppers and cream cheese filling. We love this!
The Half and Half is your choice of half chicken, half pork or 2 skewers of shrimp. We picked half chicken and 2 skewers of shrimp. It comes with 2 sides and 2 olive rice. Both the chicken and shrimp are tender and juicy! I instantly understood why it was my mom's favorite! And, the meal is quite affordable too.
Sides
Since we had 2 free sides from the Half and Half, we ordered an additional one to have three: Creamed Spinach, Mac N' Cheese and Potato Gratin. Since I'm a veggie person, I enjoyed the
Creamed Spinach the most.
Tsinoy Foodies Verdict
Gostoso Piri-Piri Chicken is one of the best (if not the best) place to go for piri-piri chicken. The great thing about it is that it's so affordable you can have it as often as you want.
During meal hours, it is usually packed with diners so you have to wait for your seat and finding a parking slot can be quite a challenge.
Food
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| ♥ Coxinha (140 php) |
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| ♥ Half and Half (750 php) |
Sides
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| ♥ Creamed Spinach, Mac N' Cheese and Potato Gratin |
Creamed Spinach the most.
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| Olive Rice |
Tsinoy Foodies Verdict
Gostoso Piri-Piri Chicken is one of the best (if not the best) place to go for piri-piri chicken. The great thing about it is that it's so affordable you can have it as often as you want.
| Tsinoy Foodies Review Rating | Gostoso Piri-Piri Chicken Menu | |
| Ambiance | ★★★ | Starters | Watering Hole | Piri Piri Chicken | Sides | Gostoso Platter | |
| Taste | ★★★★★ | |
| Service | ★★★ | |
| Price | ★★★★ | |
| ♥=Favorites or Recommended | ||
| Gostoso Piri-Piri Chicken | |
| Business Address | 51-B E Capitol Drive, Pasig, Metro Manila |
| Business Hours | 10am-9pm |
| Payment Options |  Cash |
| Service Charge | 10% |
| Budget/Person | 150-500 |
| Free WiFi | No |
| Contact | (02) 477-7330 |
| Other | |
Isla Pandan Resto & Bar: Honda Bay Island Hopping Food Stop Puerto Princesa Palawan
Palawan, Philippines
During our Honda Bay Island Hopping in Puerto Princesa Palawan, the sun and snorkeling activities got us so hungry so we just had to make a food stop at Isla Pandan Resto & Bar.
The set up feels so tropical right?
Food
Meals
Although they had a lot of items on the menu, we really didn't have any choice because only the Chicken Barbecue was available. I wonder if we were just to hungry. But, we really enjoyed this!
Luckily, someone backed out on this order of Grilled Fish so I got it instead. The fish itself didn't have any seasoning so you have to pour some sauce in.
Snacks
The Turon is still hot so we ordered some too.
Compared to the meals, we felt that the Turon was more reasonably priced.
After being exposed to the strong sunlight. We greatly appreciate the Halo-Halo compared to other circumstances we've had one.
Tsinoy Foodies Verdict
If ever we'll do the Honda Bay Island Hopping, we'll probably skip the meals at Isla Pandan Resto & Bar. It's more economical to just purchase and pack some meals. But, a snack stop would be cool.
Food
Meals
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| ♥ Chicken Barbecue (180 php) |
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| Grilled Fish (180 php) |
Snacks
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| Turon (15 php) |
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| ♥ Turon (15 php) |
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| ♥ Halo-Halo (75 php) |
Tsinoy Foodies Verdict
If ever we'll do the Honda Bay Island Hopping, we'll probably skip the meals at Isla Pandan Resto & Bar. It's more economical to just purchase and pack some meals. But, a snack stop would be cool.
| Tsinoy Foodies Review Rating | Isla Pandan Resto & Bar Menu | |
| Ambiance | ★★★ | Grilled Squid - 180 php Grilled Pork - 180 php Chicken Barbecue - 180 php Grilled Fish - 180 php Banana Bread - 75 php Turon -15 php Halo-Halo - 75 php |
| Taste | ★★★ | |
| Service | ★★★ | |
| Price | ★★ | |
| ♥=Favorites or Recommended | ||
| Isla Pandan Resto & Bar | |
| Business Address | Isla Pandan Puerto Princesa, Palawan Philippines |
| Business Hours | 7am-6pm |
| Payment Options | Cash |
| Service Charge | |
| Budget/Person | 80-250 |
| Free WiFi | No |
| Unlocked Foursquare Perks | None |
| Contact | N/A |
| Other | |
Goto Monster: Goto and More by the Streetside (P. Ocampo Ext. Makati)
Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines
It was a drizzling afternoon when I arrived at Goto Monster near the corner of Prima Vera St. And Pablo Ocampo Extension.
It was easy to spot as tricycles are stationed there. It is open air so you can just drop in to dine. See those folding table? At night, crowds build up so they set those up by the street.
Because inside, they only have a long and big red wooden table.
There
is a rack inviting challengers to their Man vs Food. For 750 php, you
have to finish their monster bowl of goto special equivalent to 10 of
their regular bowls kn 45 minutes to win. Only 1 man has won this
challenge as he finished in 44 minutes. I wanted to try their challenge
but their selections tempted me more. By the glass, you can see printed graphics of iconic people in a cartoonish Goto Monster-fied way. We found that quite amusing.
And, right next to the red table is their kitchen so you're food is delivered hot and fresh (as they cook them from scratch).
Food
Look at this beauty. The Fresh Tofu Topped With Onion Leeks, Crispy Dilis and Ginger Sesame Sauce is a good source of protein and the taste is so refreshing to the palette. I loved this! I can tell my tofu-loving friends will adore this as well. This isn't on their menu so I guess it's like a secret menu?
The
Fresh Sping Rolls are my favorite. I am really impressed at how they
were able to innovate this with a Filipino touch. Together with the main ingredient are either bean sprouts (when available) or mustasa leaves, mint leaves and cucumber. I liked the Bagnet Fresh Spring Roll the most because it's a savory centerpiece among the light tasting fresh vegetables.
The Mushroom Fresh Spring Roll is light tasting. But, together with their three sauces, it is delicious! Don't feel guilty with using their sauces as they are made of olive oil.
The Talong Fresh Spring Roll is filled with their talong chips. This is actually pretty good. I highly recommend this for vegetarians.
The Goto Special is their lugaw with ox tripe, toasted garlic, onion leeks, tinapa flakes and creamy duck salted egg. Unlike other lugaw, their blend is healthy and vegan. It only makes use of tumeric and ginger. The serving portion is hefty so I think the price is reasonable although it is more expensive than the usual goto.
Among their goto selections, the Bagnet Special is the most popular one. I was surprised that many of my friends knew about this when they saw my instagram post. This is a must try! They make their own bagnet which is cool right? And, it's pleasurably crunchy to bite too. This is a must try!
The Chikcharon Special is their lugaw topped with their chickcharon. Among the four, I liked this the least. But, my companions liked this so it's just a matter of preference.
My favorite goto is the Shitake Mushroom Special. This is the first time I've tried a goto with shitake mushroom and I'm an immediate fan. I used to be crazy for the burgers with shitake mushroom. But, believe me I'd trade those for this anytime of the day. I just couldn't stop until there was nothing left on my bowl.
Side Order
The Tokwa + Chickcharon is a great combination. On its own, I found the chickcharon too salty so eating it with tofu, rice or goto tones it down a bit.
I forgot to take a photo of the Tokwa + Talong Chips because probably that was the first one to be emptied. It is a really good finger food. Nakakaaddict!
Can't get enough of their bagnet? Order more by having the Tokwa + Bagnet as add-on.
Mushroom lovers the Tokwa + Mushroom is a tempting choice right?
Happy Endings
When dining at Goto Monster, always leave room for dessert. All their desserts are drool-worthy! It's difficult to decide which one to go for so you'll have to have more. Starting off with my favorite which is the Bibingka Waffle ala mode. Sometimes, they use Vanilla Ice Cream. But, since I love Ube, I appreciated the Ube ice cream more. I cannot put into words how amazing this treat is! I'm not even a fan of waffles and I fell so much in love with this.
The Banana Chocnut Special ala mode is a combination that brings me back to my childhood memories. I used to eat peanut butter and banana sandwich as a kid. This is even better!
Goto Monster is quite famous for the Champorado Special ala mode. This is trully one of a kind. The chocolate is rich and bitter-sweet just like the tablea cocoa. The chocolate waffles with the crispy dilis, vanilla ice cream, rice crispies and chocolate syrup is so heavenly!
Sweet Happy Endings
Goto Monster even makes their own ice cream. My favorite is the Leche Flan Ice Cream. It's chilled and yet, the creaminess is fantastic! Chocoholic and kids will surely enjoy the Banana Chocnut Ice Cream. The Bibingka Special Ice Cream didn't click much for me because I felt that the dessicated coconut didn't harmonize well with the bibingka-based cream.
Drinks
The Iced Pineapple Kalamansi + Fresh Herb is one of the best healthy drinks I've tried. It was rejuvenating, refreshing and not too sweet. This beats most of the more luxurious restaurant drinks I've had.
Tsinoy Foodies Verdict
Goto Monster is one awesome discovery. It's offers comforting food you'd gladly have often. And, they're open 24 hours so cravings can be satisfied anytime. Next time, I want to take on their Man vs Food Challenge.
And, right next to the red table is their kitchen so you're food is delivered hot and fresh (as they cook them from scratch).
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| Fresh Tofu Topped With Onion Leeks, Crispy Dilis and Ginger Sesame Sauce (150 php) |
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| Bagnet Fresh Spring Roll (120 php) |
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| Mushroom Fresh Spring Roll (120 php) |
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| Talong Fresh Spring Roll (120php) |
The Talong Fresh Spring Roll is filled with their talong chips. This is actually pretty good. I highly recommend this for vegetarians.
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| Goto Special (95 php) |
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| Bagnet Special (95 php) |
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| Chikcharon Special (95 php) |
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| Shitake Mushroom Special (95 php) |
Side Order
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| Tokwa + Chickcharon (95 php) |
I forgot to take a photo of the Tokwa + Talong Chips because probably that was the first one to be emptied. It is a really good finger food. Nakakaaddict!
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| Tokwa + Bagnet (95 php) |
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| Tokwa + Mushroom (95 php) |
Happy Endings
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| Bibingka Waffle ala mode (135 php) |
When dining at Goto Monster, always leave room for dessert. All their desserts are drool-worthy! It's difficult to decide which one to go for so you'll have to have more. Starting off with my favorite which is the Bibingka Waffle ala mode. Sometimes, they use Vanilla Ice Cream. But, since I love Ube, I appreciated the Ube ice cream more. I cannot put into words how amazing this treat is! I'm not even a fan of waffles and I fell so much in love with this.
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| Banana Chocnut Special ala mode (135 php) |
The Banana Chocnut Special ala mode is a combination that brings me back to my childhood memories. I used to eat peanut butter and banana sandwich as a kid. This is even better!
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| Champorado Special ala mode (135 php) |
Sweet Happy Endings
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| Banana Chocnut Ice Cream (50 php), Bibingka Special Ice Cream (50 php) and Leche Flan Ice Cream (50 php) |
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| Iced Pineapple Kalamansi + Fresh Herb (75 php) |
Tsinoy Foodies Verdict
Goto Monster is one awesome discovery. It's offers comforting food you'd gladly have often. And, they're open 24 hours so cravings can be satisfied anytime. Next time, I want to take on their Man vs Food Challenge.
| Tsinoy Foodies Review Rating | Goto Monster Menu | |
| Ambiance | ★★★ | Menu |
| Taste | ★★★★ | |
| Service | ★★★ | |
| Price | ★★★ | |
| ♥=Favorites or Recommended | ||
| Goto Monster | |
| Business Address | 245 Ocampo Steet cor. Primo Rivera Street, Makati, Metro Manila |
| Business Hours | 24 hours |
| Payment Options | Cash |
| Service Charge | 10% |
| Budget/Person | 100-300 |
| Free WiFi | No |
| Unlocked Foursquare Perks | None |
| Contact | (0916) 300-2600 |
| Other | Facebook Fan Page |
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