Lan Zhou La Mien

Steamed Dumpling Beef Lamien

Ang Tunay Beef House

We always hear "Ang Tunay" from my Papa. Ang Tunay is actually his favorite eatery/tambayan in Binondo at which I have never been to. During his last few months alive, and up to the point he can't barely walk, he would still want to go and eat at Ang Tunay. So in memory of my Papa, one Sunday, we all went down to Binondo and had our lunch there.   

Per my experience, I couldn't see what he loves in that place. I guess its because its a typical chinese fast food in Binondo. Plus the good service being given to him (He has his own spot/table). Though I noticed they have a wide-range of menu. There are ready to eat meals which is displayed at the counter, then there are the "for order" meals posted on the menu board wall.

The waitress who always assists my Papa said my Papa always order the Pork Knuckles and the Pork Adobo.  The pork adobo really looks good. Was tempted to try it but we ordered a lot already.

After being exposed to "Ba Chang" all my life. I learned that day that there are different types of it. In Ang Tunay they have 2 types. Which is TAO CHANG (red string), recommended for non-pork eaters. The sticky rice is mixed either with beans or mushroom or chicken. And MA CHANG (yellow string) is sticky rice mixed with mushroom or pork.

With all our orders, the fish (Lapu-Lapu) is what I really like.  Though per my standards, I find the meals too oily which is common in chinese eateries, that's why drinking hot tea is a must.

This place is recommendable for people who wants to explore chinese day-to-day food.  Some of them, I can't even imagine trying.  

Shown in the photos are: Lapu-Lapu Php250, Kimachay Php55, Pork Ears Php80, Oyster Soup Php130, Pansit Misua Php130, Tofu (Mapu) Php55, Rice Php20, Ma Chang/Tao Chang Php65

Ang Tunay Beef House is open daily. Mon to Sat: 7:30 am to 9:00 pm. Sunday: 7:30 am to 2:00 pm. It is located at 825 Gandara Street, Sta Cruz, Manila. Tel No. +632.733.11.06

SOMS Noodle House

I have been hearing about Soms for years - they said it's good food and cheap. Though be ready since it Al Fresco dining.

When we got there yes its the canteen-type of dining. You order at the counter, pay, you get a table number  and later they serve.  Its supposedly Thai food apparently it doesn't seem that way.  I think its been catered to Filipino taste buds. We didn't get to eat anything spicy. Though I am not complaining, the food is  still good.  Btw, you have 2 options to sit inside which has air conditioning or outside non-air con.

We paid Php500.00 for the order of Thai spring rolls, Shrimp Fried Rice and Pork with Garlic.

I am a spring roll lover, whenever I see spring rolls in the menu, I order it. I like Soms spring rolls - crunchy and crispy and the sauce is unique chili tomatoes (which I like). But my friend said, its like Lumpiang Shanghai. ha! ha!  true :-)

SOMS Noodle house is located at 5921 Alger St. Poblacion, Makati City. Tel No. +632 757.8079  (Its the 1st street if you'll be coming from Rockwell)   It's hard to find the place if you will look at the streets, but if you ask the people along the road, they all know where :-)

Stackers Burger Cafe

I came across Stackers Burger Cafe when I was driving around Mc Kinley Hill in Fort Bonifacio. 

I noticed there is a new well-lighted structure --- so I drove near it and noticed its a new mall :)  - The Venice Piazza Mall. By its name, the mall is of venetian concept. I find it really nice.

I chose Stackers since its new to me and I felt like eating burgers at that time. Apparently, they have another branch in Libis already.

Hmmm..... I can relate it with Brother's burger. What is nice and something new is you can "choose your own sauce".

I also like the idea that they serve shakes. Well, am fond of shakes! :-) But personally,  I prefer Brother's burger pattie and bun.

One great thing about this joint is they are open 24/7!

Stackers Burger Cafe is located at the G/F of The Venetian Piazza Mall, Mc Kinley Hill, Fort Bonifacio. Tel No. (02) 709.99.99

(Top Photo:  Cheeze Burger Php118.00, Strawberry Milkshake Php135.00)

6404 Camia Street: You Jie Xiao Chao 游姐小炒

I can say this is an AUTHENTIC chinese resto in Makati City. 

But don't expect too much. The ambiance is very very simple.  Its like the dimsum places/chinese fast food you'd see in Binondo. But I think the interiors are pretty clean compared to some outlets in Binondo. Well plus the fact you don't need to travel down town in order to taste a good chinese cooking.

If you love chinese food then this is the place to go. Its owned by a married couple who came from China (well you can really see that they are from China). They don't talk to customers unless you are one of them--- or can speak their language). Good thing they have 2 types of menu.  One in all chinese, and another menu that have pictures and english titles.  Don't worry because they also have filipina waitress who will take your orders, but the billing / payment will be done by the Chinese owners.

Food:  I liked all our orders. The string beans, the beef was good too but too spicy for my taste, and I really liked the shrimps! PLUS eat-all-you-can RICE. But this wasn't informed to us, they'll  just tell you to go and get your rice directly to the rice cooker.

The way I see it, its like a typical home cooking for a chinese household. Its the sauces that they put that's why it tastes very chinese :-)  

Hmmm am not sure if its just coincidental, but out of our 3 orders, 2 of them are spicy.  I think their cooking style is really spicy. So warning for the non-spicy eaters.

Try not leave tips for the waiters/waitress...

How to spot the resto:  There is really NO SIGNAGE in front NOR A HOUSE NUMBER.  When we went there, we passed it so we have to turn around and go back. So when going there try to allocate extra time to locate the place :-)

When you are along Camia Street, just focus on your right.  When you see a row of 2-story white houses slow down. Its beside "Coznuts Salon". That can be your landmark.  The house that has a white gate and Koppel air condition is the restaurant.

You Jie Xiao Chao 游姐小炒 is located at #6404 Camia Street, Guadalupe Viejo, Makati City.  Tel Nos. 0915.4252972,  0927.7876999

very chinese... spare"rips" :-)

Chinese Menu :-)