Top 20 Most Popular Restaurants in Aguirre, BF Homes, Paranaque City & Beyond
I’ve got more Aguirre restaurants in my latest article, 50 Restaurants in Try in Metro Manila Before 2015 Ends.
We’ve gone to Quezon City, Makati City, Kapitolyo, San Juan, and Banawe in search of the most popular restaurants, but there’s still something missing. The vicinity of Aguirre BF Homes in Paranaque is ladened with unique, family-owned restaurants that can only be found in the heart of the South. Aguirre is home to some of the legendary chains in the pastries and comfort food business, such as Conti’s and Amalia’s. It’s amazing how one can take a step back and realize the potential of BF Homes is partly due to the success of these well-known establishments.
To be honest, it was difficult coming up with this list. The areas of Paranaque, Alabang and Las Pinas City are one of the most challenging cities to conquer when it comes to food tripping, because the place is overloaded with choices. Its vibrancy and outgoing environment often overshadows the humble, down-to-earth locals of the South. I believe the success of these restaurants is deeply rooted in their family-oriented mindset. If you’re looking for unpretentious, hole-in-the-wall restaurants that will give you the most out of your money, then these restaurants in Aguirre and beyond are for YOU to take note of.
Word of warning: this list won’t be filled with well-known food chains, although I could sneak in one or two. If you’re not from the South, you’ll find yourself curious and wonder if it will be worth the long trip to the South. The Southerners can attest to how compelling these restaurants are. A little heads up: I didn’t include restaurants in Cavite and Laguna. If you feel that the readers may as well tread farther than Muntinlupa for the ultimate gastronomic experience, feel free to share some of your restaurant recommendations.
One thing’s for sure. This list will definitely get your wheels moving and savour the long drive to the South.
How to Locate the Restaurants in Aguirre BF Homes, Paranaque and More
To accompany you in your food trip, here is a map for you to bookmark. Happy food trip!
In no particular order, here are the Top 20 Most Popular Restaurants in Aguirre BF Homes, Paranaque City & Beyond:
1. Tatsunoko
Location: 452 El Grande Street, BF Homes, Paranaque City
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday 11:00am to 10:00pm
Telephone Number: 02-8250551
Facebook: Tatsunoko
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Why it’s worth the long drive: Previously known as Bento-ya, Tatsunoko has been around for more than 20 years. If you like cheap, fast Japanese food below P100 bucks, Tatsunoko is the bomb. Your P1000 can go a long, long way at Tatsunoko.
2. Daniele’s Casa Mia
Location: 8351 Dr. A. Santos Avenue, Near Manila Memorial Park,San Antonio, Parañaque City
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday 11:00am to 10:00pm
Telephone Number: 02-8265163
Facebook: Daniele’s Casa Mia
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Why it’s worth the long drive: If you ask someone in Paranaque for a restaurant where you can enjoy one of the best Italian cuisine, there is no doubt that Daniele’s Casa Mia will be mentioned. This is the Va Bene of the South, giving you homestyle Italian food and pizza and pasta that has over 70 variations. From their Italian murals of the Leaning Tower of Pisa to the creamy ravioli dishes, the son of Bellini’s restaurant in Cubao X will certainly keep you in Italian heaven.
3. Mang Raul’s BBQ Restaurant
Location: BF Almanza Village, Las Pinas City
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday 2:30pm to 9:30pm
Facebook: Mang Raul’s BBQ – (It’s hard to believe this place has a Facebook account!)
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Why it’s worth the long drive: If the residents of Kapitolyo have Three Sisters, the people in BF homes have Mang Raul’s BBQ. This place is so loved by the residents because of its cheap barbecue on stick selling for only P17.00 (at time of writing). They also have classic Filipino street foods such as Tenga, Isaw Baboy, Isaw Manok, Adidas, Balat – you surely won’t say no to these Filipino favorites!
Candid Cuisine Tip: When going on food trips, must bring a power bank!
4. Hanakazu Japanese Restaurant
Location: 108 Aguirre Avenue, BF Homes Paranaque City
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 11:30am – 2:30pm, 5:30pm to 10:00pm
Telephone Number: 02-8502512, 02-8073261
Facebook: Hanakazu
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Why it’s worth the long drive: Forget Sensei Sushi. Chef Hiroaki Otsuka’s Hanakazu serves great sushi, makimono and delectable Japanese dishes that are said to be far better than Bono Tei. Parking spaces can be quite a commotion, an evidence that this Japanese restaurant is extremely popular along Aguirre for those craving for some Wagyu Sashimi, Satsumage, and Yakitori.
5. Ramen Kuroda
Location: 96 Aguirre Avenue, BF Homes, Paranaque City
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday 11:00am to 2:30pm, 5:30pm to 10:30pm
Telephone Number: 02-5536824
Facebook: Ramen Kuroda
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Why it’s worth the long drive: Residents in Aguirre don’t have to go out of their area to indulge in their ramen cravings, and some don’t find Ramen Yushoken living up to the hype. Ramen Kuroda’s Ramen-Gyoza and Ramen-Tonkatsu sets are worth every buck you spend. Kuroda’s Shiro Ramen may just as well surprise you.
6. Don Limone
Location: 199 Aguirre Avenue, BF Homes, Paranaque City
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday 5:00pm – 11:00pm
Facebook: Don Limone Grill
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Why it’s worth the long drive: Two words – Cheesecake and Tequila. And not just any cheesecake, Don Limone has the best Bailey’s Irish Cream Cheesecake. Couple that with a very unique homemade tequila and Limoncello that residents in Quezon City are raving about, and you’ve got a home run in this quaint, Victorian style dessert heaven.
7. Mama Lou’s Italian Kitchen
Location: B1 L36 Tropical Avenue Corner Tropical Palace, BF International, Las Pinas City
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday 11:00am – 10:00pm
Telephone Number: 02-5191977, 09175156262
Facebook: Mama Lou’s
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Why it’s worth the long drive: Proscuitto Funghi pizza? Mama Lou’s will make you feel at home in this Italian gem. It’s a toss between Mama Lou and Daniele’s Casa Mia for giving you the best Italian cuisine, but each has its own specialties. Italian food doesn’t have to be expensive, and that’s one for the win at Mama Lou’s.
8. Zark’s Burgers
Location: Presidents Avenue, BF Homes, Paranaque City
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday 10:00am – 12:00mn
Telephone Number: 09237372515
Facebook: Zark’s Burgers
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Why it’s worth the long drive: Zark’s Burgers is one of the few who have made it successful not only in BF Homes, but in other areas as well. If you’re looking for American sized burgers, Zark’s Ultimate Burger and Shaq Burgers will make you have a lock jaw.
9. Magnum Opus Fine Coffee Gallery
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Location: Aguirre Avenue, BF Homes Paranaque City
Opening Hours: Monday 4:30pm – 11:30pm; Tuesday – Sunday 10:30am to 11pm
Telephone Number: 09178173697
Facebook: Magnum Opus Fine Coffee
Twitter: @MagnumOpusFC
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Why it’s worth the long drive: If you must have coffee before heading home, Magnum Opus Fine Coffee should be on top of your list. Don’t forget to grab the Belgian Heartbreaker.
10. Rodrigo’s Roast Beef
Location: 21 Aguirre Avenue, BF Homes, Paranaque City
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 6pm – 12mn; Saturday and Sunday 11:00am – 10:30pm
Telephone Number: 02-5010584, 09174037008
Facebook: Rodrigo’s Roast Beef
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Why it’s worth the long drive: Rodrigo’s Roast Beef is on every BF Home residents’ list. You have to put their Big Bossman meal and “Joe Hoc” Manwich on your bucket list! If you love customization and the control in choosing your side dish, best to get Rodrigo’s Roast Beef.
11. Little Quiapo
Location: 42 Aguirre Avenue corner Lirag Street, BF Homes, Paranaque City
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday 10:00am to 10:00pm
Telephone Number: 02-8070220
Facebook: Little Quiapo
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Why it’s worth the long drive: They say you’re not from the South if you don’t know Little Quiapo. Having started way back 1949, Little Quiapo has been capturing the tastebuds of the Southerners, not only because of their Famous Palabok and Tokwat Baboy, but for their other dishes such as Beef Steak, Comida China and Pinalutong na Bangus as well. It’s the hodgepodge of everyone’s favorite here and there, so you can’t go wrong at Little Quiapo.
12. Larcy’s Cupcakery and Cafe
Location: 178 Aguirre Street, BF Homes, Paranaque City
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday 11:00am – 11:00pm
Telephone Number: 02-4782849
Facebook: Larcy’s Cupcakery and Cafe
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Why it’s worth the long drive: BF Homes is quite a haven for the sweet tooth and dessert lovers. Larcy’s Cupcakery’s dainty and delicate interiors is quite the eye candy, but their Quezo de Bola cupcake is said to be quite a catch. Best to arrive early as parking space can be scarce.
13. Orange Whisk
Location: 35 B Michael Rua Street, Better Living Subdivision Paranaque City; BF Homes (Opening Soon)
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday 10:00am to 10:00pm
Telephone Number: 02-5016454
Facebook: Orange Whisk
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Why it’s worth the long drive: It’s no longer the best kept secret in Paranaque, but Orange Whisk’s fame attributes to their simple, comfort foods with a unique twist, like the Sucatini Orange Pasta. I personally liked their Chewy Buns and Salted Caramel Eclairs.
14. Mulligan’s Irish Pub
Location: 107 Aguirre Avenue, BF Homes, Paranaque City
Opening Hours: 24 Hours Mondays; 3:00pm to 3:00am Tuesday to Sunday
Telephone Number: 02-4789319
Official Website: www.mulligans.ph
Facebook: Mulligan’s Irish Pub
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Why it’s worth the long drive: During the UAAP Season, Mulligan’s Irish Pub is the crowd favorite. It made a name when gastropubs were so popular in the metro, but until today, Mulligan’s is still the go-to place of the people in Aguirre to go on a bender night.
15. Chang Teo
Location: 218 Aguirre Avenue, BF Homes, Paranaque City
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday 5:00pm – 2:00am
Telephone Number: 02-7942669, 09177396468
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Why it’s worth the long drive: If you’re looking for cheap Korean food (and you know that’s hard to come by), Chang Teo offers cheap Bulgogi Dup Bab, Kimchi Jigae and – wait for it – Sundubu Jigae! My mouth is starting to water at the thought of this thick, uber spicy tofu broth that’s my favorite in Korean cuisine.
16. The Black Pig
Location: 2nd Floor, The Commercenter Alabang, Commerce Avenue corner East Asia Drive, Filinvest City, Muntinlupa
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday 12:00nn to 10:00pm
Telephone Number: 02-8081406; 09178462674
Facebook: The Black Pig Manila
Official Website: www.theblackpigbar.com
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Why it’s worth the long drive: We’ll venture a bit far from the areas of Aguirre to take a look at The Black Pig. The Black Pig is famous for their charcuterie and cheese platters and Spanish-French fusion cuisine that’s suited for those looking for a place with unique food and great company.
17. The Girl + The Bull
Location: 346 MGM Building, Aguirre Avenue, BF Homes, Paranaque City
Opening Hours: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sundays only 12:00nn to 3pm; 6pm to 9pm
Telephone Number: 09055722556
Facebook: The Girl and The Bull
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Why it’s worth the long drive: If there’s anything that The Girl + The Bull hits right on the spot, it has to be its knack for keeping things quiet and hidden, to add that super shroud of mystery in its restaurant. Unfortunately, The Girl + The Bull has become so famous, it is no longer the mysterious restaurant that “doesn’t scream neon lights”. Young entrepreneurs Gab Bustos and Thea de Rivera might be busy on their newest creation, 12/10 in Makati; Still, The Girl + The Bull takes pride in serving fresh, local ingredients in nearly everything form its Chicken Confit Bibimbap to Wild Arugula Salad and Foie Gras Double Down.
18. Milky Moustache
Location: 67 Aguirre Avenue, BF Homes, Paranaque City
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday 12nn – 12mn
Telephone Number: 09399262515
Facebook: I Love Milky Moustache
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Why it’s worth the long drive: Got milk? You’ll definitely grow a mustache with Milky Moustache’s famous milkshakes! Screw counting calories and if you had a terrible hangover last night, they offer All day breakfast menu and Speculoos Cookie Butter milkshakes to wake you up ~ or put you in bed again after all that sugar.
19. Songkran
Location: 249 Aguirre Avenue, BF Homes, Paranaque City
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday 11:00am – 2:00pm, 6:00pm – 10:00pm
Telephone Number: 02-4034073
Facebook: Songkran Thai Street Food
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Why it’s worth the long drive: If you’re a fan of thai cuisine, Songkran in BF Homes is your next stop. Get their classic Pad Thai and Yum Pladuk Foe (or Crispy Catfish Salad to the layperson). No need to head to Bangkok to satisfy for Thai food cravings.
20. Tito Chef
Location: Adelfa Street Corner Presidents Avenue, BF Homes, Paranaque City
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday 10:00am to 10:00pm
Telephone Number: 02-8425577; 02-2380968
Facebook: Tito Chef Restaurant
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Why it’s worth the long drive: Residents of BF Homes can attest to Tito Chef’s popularity coming from their family gatherings and great memories spent at this homey restaurant. What you order can make or break your experience, but best to get Rosemary Grilled Lamb and Chicken Weiner Schnitzel if you’re into sausages.
Bonus #1: BORGO Cafe
Location: 312 Aguirre Avenue, BF Homes, Paranaque City
Opening Hours: Monday – Thursday 5:30 pm – 11:00 pm; Friday – Sunday 8:30 am – 11:00 pm
Telephone Number: 02-4782509
Facebook: BorgoCafe
Instagram: borgocafe
Why it’s worth the long drive: You can’t go wrong with BORGO’s Famous Butcher Steak – that’s 8 oz of certified Angus Steak that will make you drool! Plus their Premium Angus Beef Tapsilog is something you won’t be able to say no to.
Bonus #2: Milly’s BF Homes
Location: Aguirre Avenue, BF Homes, Paranaque City
Opening Hours: Mondays – Thursday 10:00 am – 12:00 pm; Fridays – Saturdays 10:00 am – 2:00 am; Sundays 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Telephone Numbers: 0917 898 5626
Facebook: Milly’s BF Homes
If you’re looking for bang for your buck burgers, there’s the newly opened Milly’s. They’re guaranteed to give you extender-free, Australian beef burgers, milkshakes and greens that are light and easy for your pocket.
This is one loaded list! I’m pretty sure I have definitely missed out many, many restaurants in areas of Las Pinas and Paranaque. So I’d like to hear your restaurant recommendations. After all that’s what eating inspires us to do – create a HAPPY atmosphere to release our stress from everyday’s worries. Share your thoughts on Candid Cuisine!
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