What I ordered & my thoughts:

• Pan Fried Pork Dumplings (₱148): Not freshly pan-fried or piping hot, and rather greasy without the crispiness or aroma you’d expect from freshly fried dumplings. The surface had only a light golden sear, and the greasiness became even more noticeable as they cooled.

• Chicken Feet (₱138): Good flavor, but not steamed quite long enough to reach that soft, tender texture.

• Pork Xiao Long Bao (₱238): Hot and fragrant when served, with 10 pieces making it great value. Unfortunately, once they cool down, they become noticeably greasy.

• Wok it Out Fried Rice (₱128): Similar to Yang Chow, with a decent portion.

• Porkchop without Rice (₱118): A generous boneless piece of meat, rather than a thick layer of batter. The flavor is a little mild, so it needs to be mixed with the sweet chili sauce for more flavor. For better value, ordering the porkchop with rice makes more sense, as the portion is not much different.

• Taiwan Chicken Nuggets (₱168): The English name was a little misleading, it’s actually closer to a Taiwanese fried chicken cutlet. Like the porkchop, the portion is generous but the flavor is quite mild. Still, it makes a nice snack.

• Taiwan Beef Noodles (₱188): The biggest surprise of the meal 🍜. The chewy noodles and authentic beef broth were impressive for the price, with a mix of beef and brisket. Having the option to choose brisket only would have been even better, but even as it is, this was excellent value.

Overall experience:

• We arrived around 11am and were already number 4 in line, waiting about 30 minutes.

• The menu is simple with a limited selection, although some photos and dish names don’t line up properly.

• Staff were friendly and responsive, though service can be a little slower with seating spread across two floors. There’s also an indoor restroom, which is a convenient plus.

My review:

Overall, the food is solid and, importantly, doesn’t seem to have been overly adjusted to suit the local preference for sweeter flavors. Portions are generous for the price, making this a genuinely good-value spot. Even with the queue, I didn’t feel the wait was wasted. Hopefully they keep this standard and remain a good, honest neighborhood spot.

Reviewed by Food Hunter — just one personal take.

🍴Until the next bite ✨

What I ordered & my thoughts:

• Pan De Coco (₱170): A classic staple here, one bite gives a generous amount of coconut filling 🥥. That said, the cotton string tied around the bread made it a bit awkward to eat (especially when holding it by hand), and there wasn’t any guidance from the staff on how best to enjoy it.

• Pulled Pork Pagong (₱170): This version immediately reminded me of that Michelin-starred dim sum giant from Hong Kong. However, at a similar price point, getting only a single piece here feels a bit underwhelming in comparison.

• Saba Bicho & Keso Bicho (₱150 each): One of their signatures, and easily the highlight of what we tried. The Keso version had a well-balanced sweet and savory profile 🧀, with a crisp, sugar-coated exterior and a soft, fluffy center filled with rich cheesy goodness, a satisfying contrast in every bite. The Saba version, however, was less impressive; the banana flavor was mostly overshadowed by a heavy dusting of cinnamon, making it taste more like a cinnamon doughnut than expected.

• Long Black Iced (₱150): Just a regular 8oz coffee.

Overall experience:

• Located within a creative compound, surrounded by art galleries, design studios, and specialty restaurants. Parking is limited, and it’s not very accessible by public transport, not somewhere you’d casually pass by unless you’re heading there on purpose.

• The shop runs via a takeaway window. By 10am, there was already a long queue 📸, we waited about 20 minutes. Availability depends on what’s freshly made; staff were friendly, and packaging is kept simple in the brown paper bag.

• The bread itself is soft yet pleasantly dense with a satisfying chew, clearly handmade, not the cheap, mass-produced kind. That said, given the small, palm-sized portions and flavors that don’t particularly stand out, the pricing feels on the higher side. These are essentially everyday Filipino breads, familiar and nostalgic, but this version doesn’t quite elevate them enough to justify the premium.

My review:

Unless you’re a serious bread enthusiast or drawn by the halo of a renowned chef, it might not be a must-visit. Otherwise, you could just as easily head to a nearby chain café ☕, grab a coffee and a pastry, and enjoy a comfortable 20-minute break, a simple, grounded experience that honestly feels like better everyday value.

Reviewed by Food Hunter — just one personal take.

🍴Until the next bite ✨

What I ordered & my thoughts:

• Sinigang (In-house soup): Lightly tangy with a noticeable tomato flavor 🍅, and comes with a good amount of vegetables in the soup. Simple and comforting.

• Cheese Sticks (₱180): Pretty standard homemade style, nothing too special. The portion is on the smaller side, and the price feels slightly on the higher end for what you get.

• Extra Busog Plate (₱420): A set with 2 mains, 1 side, and a drink. We chose Boneless Chicken Inasal Thigh, Chicken Adobo Flakes, Garlic Rice, and the drink of the day was melon juice. The chicken inasal was very well done, juicy and tender, without being dry. Even the slightly charred edges didn’t taste bitter; instead, they added a nice depth of flavor. The adobo flakes felt quite creative, with a rich and intense flavor that pairs really well with rice 🍚. That said, it can be a bit salty on its own, so it’s best enjoyed with more rice to balance it out.

• Oatscaldo (₱280): Perfect for a rainy evening 🌧️, warm and comforting. Made with oats, chicken, and a soft-boiled egg, so it’s quite high in protein but still feels light and easy to digest. The portion is reasonable, though the price still leans a bit high.

Overall experience:

• A small restaurant tucked into a busy neighborhood, mostly frequented by nearby residents. It feels like the kind of place you’d casually head to when you want a decent, comforting meal without much planning, just change into something relaxed and head downstairs.

• The space isn’t big, but it’s well-equipped (even has an indoor restroom). Service was warm and thoughtful, they brought out a hot soup right after we sat down, which made the wait feel much shorter.

• They also put effort into presentation, serving dishes in different types of ceramic plates and bowls, which adds a nice sense of occasion to the meal.

My review:

After a long, busy day 😮‍💨, I don’t always want to settle for a quick takeaway, but ordering multiple dishes at a restaurant can feel like too much when dining alone. This place strikes a really nice balance, it’s perfect if you want to try a variety of dishes without committing to large portions 🍽️✨.

Reviewed by Food Hunter — just one personal take.

🍴Until the next bite ✨