Bacolod City Food Trip (Part 4)

My testament that Bacolod City indeed have great food spots is that I have already come up with 3 parts of my Bacolod City food trip from the past few years. Places that I have tried and loved. Some, I repeatedly visit in my annual homecoming to my dear province and some, I take great joy and excitement as I try it for the first time. New discoveries are always around every nook and cranny of this beautiful city.

Check out my previous posts:

Bacolod City food trip Part 1 (2012)

Bacolod City food trip Part 2 (2013)

Bacolod City food trip Part 3 (2014- first for this year)

So for the late part of this year, me and my family had an epic foodie experience and I want to share this with everyone.

Here they are:

1) BAR 21 RESTAURANT
Address: 21 Street, cor. Lacson Street, Bacolod City

This is still at the top of my list of to-go-to places upon landing in the province. This is practically an institution already and they really deliver great food for their customers. I only wish that they don't run out of Batchoy because this is one of their bestsellers and is one of the best tasting that I have tried. Even better than my experience in Iloilo's Deco's.

PEPPER STEAK
My ultimate favorite. Never fails to satisfy. The steak was tender and was nicely complimented by the mashed potatoes and the fried caramelized onions.

LENGUA
My brother's favorite here. 

MUSHROOM BURGER
This picture only shows half of the order because this was shared by my dad and my brother. It was good but something that I would not order again because I can have this in Manila. Serving size was big and filling. 

Extra order of fried caramelized onions for Php30. One plateful! So I shared this with my dad and brother. So loved this. Added crunch to our food and I actually like eating it on its own. 

2) CAFE BOB'S

Address: Lacson St. corner 21st St., Bacolod City

Also another go-to place that one should not miss. Calea is good and gets a lot of raves but Bob's has a lot to offer also that can keep up with its other competitors. And their prices are very very reasonable. All below Php100. 

Plus, they have sugarfree cake and pastries options and Calea does not. 

SUGARFREE MANGO CHEESECAKE
For my dad. He was one happy camper that night. 

OREO CHEESECAKE
For less than Php 100 only. Can be shared by 2 actually. It was good, says my brother. 

I forgot the name of my cake but I remembered that I liked this very much. It's a cheesecake that I liked, amongst all the rest. 

SUGARFREE CHOCOLATE GELATO
For my dad again. He was on cloud 9. 

3) SANDERS COFFEE AND SAUSAGES HOUSE

Address: El Court Building, Lacson St., Bacolod City

This place is highly recommended by my relatives and I was happy that we finally got there to give it a shot. Their prices are, the same with a lot of places in BCD, very affordable. I will try this again next time to order some of their other dishes. I get a strong feeling that they will also taste great.

SPARERIBS WITH RICE
The spareribs look a bit small here but it's much bigger when seen in actual. And this is for Php88 only! So flavorful and so good! This was a great near-midnight meal, I must say. Haha!

4) DECO'S LA PAZ BATCHOY

Address: G/F North Wing, SM City Bacolod, Rizal St., Reclamation Area, Bacolod City

SPECIAL BATCHOY
One of Iloilo's original (they share the same spot with Ted's and it's not yet clear which one came with the idea first). Well, for this serving, I am not very excited because it does not taste spectacular compared wo what I had in Iloilo. But my dad liked it. 

5) PEPE'S RESTAURANT  & BAR

Address: Piazza Sorrento Building, 13th St. corner Lacson St., Bacolod City

My first time was way back in 2008 and this year is my second time. But I'm mighty glad to be back. Their prices here are a bit above average but they do deliver in terms of quality and taste. It's a nice hang-out place with family, friends and loved ones.

Pitcher of Iced Tea

GRILLED SHRIMP SALAD (w/ Raspberry Vinaigrette) Php 169
This alone is totally filling. I liked the combination of sweet and sour of the vinaigrette, it well-complimented the salad.

PEPE'S BURGER Php 149

BEEF SALPICAO Php 199
It is a bit saucy and not the way that I was used to having Salpicao but it is good in its own way. 

GRILLED SPARERIBS Php169
Now this I want to order next time!

GRILLED FILLET MIGNON Php319
My brother's order. He said it was good but he said that he should've ordered it medium rare or medium well next time. 

6) CALEA PASTRIES AND CAKE

Address: Balay Quince, Lacson St., Bacolod City

The most popular dessert place! It's almost synonymous with Bacolod. Their choices are otherworldly and prices are very reasonable too. I started eating here way back in 2007, if I'm not mistaken. 

CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKE
Very chocolate-y. For all the lovers of choco out there.

BLUEBERRY CHEESECAKE
My favorite of theirs. The crust is different than the rest, it's chewy and nutty, so I like this. Remember, I'm not a fan of cheesecakes so this is very rare. 

PISTACHIO SANSRIVAL
It crumbled but it was good. Not my favorite compared to other pistachio sansrival out there but it was worth a try.

Sweets on sweets!

7) XIN CHAO VIETNAMESE RESTAURANT

Address: G/F Hi-Strip IV, Circumferential Road, Bacolod City

This is a new place that I definitely could not pass up on. Why? It's Vietnamese! I always try to look for Banh Mi sandwiches so this called out to me. 

The place is pretty simple and neat. No frills or whatsoever. What you see is what you get. But oh boy, their prices are very dirt cheap! It made me so happy when I saw their menu. 

FRESH SPRING ROLLS Php50
It's not the nicest thing that I have seen in a fresh spring roll but it's ok. I actually liked it. And for that price, why not?!

ICED COFFEE Php50
Very refreshing! Loved this and so cheap too.

BANH MI Php50
I love this! The cost of the Banh Mi that I had in the streets of Ho Chi Minh was Php35 so imagine my happiness when I saw that theirs is Php50 only! So happy! I ordered 3 orders to go so I can share it to family. I just hope that they add cilantro because that's what makes it very authentic-tasting. But other than that, it's very satisfying. The assorted meat and hams tasted good.

The makings of Banh Mi sandwich.

7) QUINO'S CAKES AND CUPCAKES

Address: Ascalon Building, Lacson St., Bacolod City

Our very generous relatives recommended a new dessert place on our second to the last night in the city, but when we got there they were close already so we were a bit disappointed. But, the next day, they brought us a couple of boxes of pastries and a cake from Quino's! Initially look at them and we were all delighted with their appearances. And the taste that followed was simply divine. We were so happy with our dessert loot that night and we were able to take a lot home when we got back to Manila.

QUINO'S CUPCAKES
Very rich in taste and not too sweet. And the sizes are just right so you won't feel too full after finishing a couple of these babies.

PUFFYANI
A miniature-sized cream puff. Very delightful to the tastebuds! I believe this is one of their bestsellers. A must-try definitely.

RAINBOW CAKE
Oh my gosh! I finished this one whole. It's not very sweet and the cake was very moist. For me, it's love in every forkful. And this costs Php125only. 

So there! Part 4! I have friends who recently visited Bacolod and would say to me that they loved everything especially the food. Very affordable but tops at quality. 

I'm looking forward to my part 5! =) 

~Lovelee~

Check out my previous posts:

Bacolod City food trip Part 1 (2012)

Bacolod City food trip Part 2 (2013)

Bacolod City food trip Part 3 (2014- first for this year)

The Bacolod Foodie Scene (Part 3)

If you plan on touring some provinces of the Philippines, make it a point to come to Bacolod City in Negros Occidental. Why? Aside from their cultural and heritage gems, their food is excellent! These past few years has really made this city a gastro feast for very affordable prices.

I have already made two blog posts about the Bacolod food scene and this is the recent installment. Told ya there's quite a lot of choices! All cuisines.

Have a look at what we had! Share share..


1) BAR 21 RESTAURANT
Address: 21 Street, cor. Lacson Street, Bacolod City

This resto has long been in city but this is the first time that I dined here. And I loved everything! It was a long time coming but it was all worth the wait. 

PEPPER STEAK
With freshly ground pepper and cream sauce with mashed potato and fried caramelized onions. This I really LOVE among all! I will not go here if I won't be able to order this. 

BATCHOY
Who knew that one needn't go to Iloilo to experience the best Batchoy when you can have it in Bacolod also. 

TANGIGUE KINILAW
Look at that presentation! Everything was so fresh! The serving was a bit spicy, but lovely, so my mom requested for the level of spiciness to be dampened down and they accommodated that request. Very good! 

LENGUA
With mashed potatoes, abalone, shiitake, straw and golden mushrooms. My brother ordered it and he was happy with this. The lengua was tender and delicate.

Do not miss this place when you visit the city. It's a nice place for a date or intimate dinner with friends and loved ones. The ambiance is a bit casual formal. 

2) CAFE BOB'S

Address: Lacson St. corner 21st St., Bacolod City

JAVA CHEESECAKE

PISTACHIO DACQUOISE
It was like Sansrival. The taste is delicate and nutty and not overly sweet. 

They have so many cake and pastry choices to choose from. I kid you not! And have a couple of sugarfree options too. And the prices are below Php100

3) PENDY'S RESTAURANT

Address: Lacson St. Bacolod City

Considered an institution in Bacolod. My mom and dad used to have their dates here so that was way back in the late 70s. And now, me and my brother love it here too! 

HALF MOON
Pendy's is famouse for this and I have not seen, or tried, this from other restos. But truth be told, this is like a moist sponge cake with custard on top. I like how it is very light and is not heavy on the tummy. 

PAD THAI
My brother reallys digs this, amongst all that he has tried. Their version is a bit more sour than the usual but the taste, for me, is distinctly Pendy's.

This fully loaded burger with bacon strips is good and meaty! Really nothing out of the extraordinary but it was good. We shared this because it was big.

4) FELICIA'S PASTRY CAFE
Address: Several branches all over the city

Felicia's has been in the scene for a couple of years already and is gaining their own set of followers. Me, I have always been a Calea girl but this place gives Calea a run for its money. They have mucho choices and prices are competitive to others too. Meaning, a great tasting cake slice for less than Php100.

Been to two branches and these are what we got. I don't recall the names of the cakes because we've ordered a lot! Sorry.

Their own take on the famous macarons. Sweet and tasty!

SANSRIVAL
 One of my all-time favorite cakes. Chewy and the sweetness was just right. Love love!

BIG ENSAYMADA

5) SODAM KOREAN RESTAURANT
Address: Lacson St. Bacolod City

I was told this is one of the best Korean restos in the city. And it was! The place was packed and orders kept on pouring in.

Limited Banchan but its ok

BIBIMBAP
Really tasty and it was hard to stop eating it

JAPCHAE
My fave. Good thing this was complimentary. I loved it.

KOREAN ICE CREAM
Compliments of the owner. So sweet of her. 

JEYOK BOKUM
Spicy, salty, so good! Not really fond of spicy dishes but I'm slowly, yet surely, appreciating it more and more

KIMBOP
I've had several rolls and this is so filling! Stuff yourself with 2-3 rolls only so you can get to appreciate more of the other dishes 

SAM GYUPSAL
Best eaten wrapped in you leafy greens (below) and add some chili and garlic and the dip. Yum! Definitely getting your hands dirty a little bit

6) BASCON CAFE
Address: Lacson St. Bacolod City

This is an old place too but I just found out about this recently and it was a revelation. Food is great and the ambiance is very cozy. Nothing too noisy so it's a great place to hang out with people and have great conversations. Best of all, all orders below (all four of us ordered drinks too) are for, more or less, Php1,000 only!

Quaint.

ROOTBEER FLOAT
Something to beat the heat.

RISOTTO DEL CHORIZO
This is our second choice but no worries. Their attempt at risotto is passable but I liked the tomato taste. Nothing really fancy but delicious in its own right.

SIZZLING SISIG
A comfort food for me so we just had to order it. I have tasted better ones but this is not bad at all.

LENGUA
This was weird because it was sweet and have potatoes and banana. It was like Pochero for me so this is just so and so.

POLLO PESTO
This is so good! The creaminess of the pesto sauce on top of the chicken breast was so flavorful. I was told this was a  bestseller and I knew why. It was THAT good!

PIZZA MARGHERITA
Size of a regular plate and thin-crust, its simpleness was a delight. We finished all of it right away. Not too filling so its a good addition to your roster of orders.

WARM BUTTER CAKE AND BABA CAKE
The first one was superb! Warm butter cake with melting ice cream complimented each other. While the chocolate "Baba" cake was thick with chocolate and a hit for us chocolate lovers. One thing that we do is to order individual items then we share it all with each other, that way we get to taste more than we actually paid for.

7) L'SEA DIMSUM AND NOODLE HOUSE
Address: Lopues East Centre, Villamonte, Bacolod City

CHICKEN INASAL
During this trip, I did not go to my usual chicken inasal joints but I had to before I leave so we dropped by L'Sea, which is near where we live, and had one. Taste was close enough to the ones of my fave places so that's good enough.

HAKAW
This is not so good because the shrimps were scrimped.

PORK SIOMAI
The meat was good but nothing exceptional. 

8) My tita's home cooking!

Of course, family hospitality is very normal for all Filipinos so we had Korean fare at our tita's house and it was so good! And you don't have to worry about prices because it's for free. Yes! 

The feast!

Again and again, Bacolod never fails to impress when its comes the restaurant scene, competing with other big cities in the country and for me, topping it because they offer great food at reasonable prices. That's why when I eat at places there, I can't help but mutter a not-too-noisy comparison between the Metro Manila prices.

I have friends who wants me to take them in Bacolod, how I wish I can, but given the mutual time and budget, I would love to do so. Already did it to a group of close friends already. =)


~Lovelee~


Check out my previous Bacolod food trips:

BACOLOD FOODIE SCENE PART 1
http://thisislovelee.blogspot.com/2012/07/bacolod-foodie-scene.html

BACOLOD FOODIE SCENE PART 1
http://thisislovelee.blogspot.com/2013/01/BacolodFoodieScenePart2.html