Chef Bruce Ricketts is on fire!
Check out the top 10 most loved restaurants this month in the South (Alabang and Paranaque), based on user favorites from Booky, the #1 food app in the Philippines.
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10. The Witches Brew Diner – Festival Mall
208 Favorites
New entry
Witches Brew and Diner offers an Italian-American fusion cuisine. This is the first and only Harry Potter and Game of Thrones themed bistro serving a variety of food and drinks. It’s for fans of Harry Potter and Game of Thrones who want to geek out while knocking back a few beers. It’s not for early risers who want to eat breakfast.
No reservations accepted
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G/F Noah’s Place, Aguirre Avenue Corner Tehran Street
9. Imbiss Manila – BF Homes
224 Favorites
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Imbiss Manila is a German gastropub that serves German-inspired comfort food and local and imported beer. Aside from the staple German sausages, their menu is populated with steaks, schnitzels, and all-day breakfast options. It’s for folks looking for a watering hole with live music. It’s not for people who are looking for a quiet place to eat. We recommend the Sizzling Double Dark Chocolate Brownie.
No reservations accepted
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249 Aguirre Ave, B.F. Homes, Parañaque
(0906) 341 3257
8. Dusadee Thai – BF Homes
298 Favorites
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Dusadee Thai is an affordable restaurant that serves authentic Thai food. It’s a simple sit-down restaurant that also delivers and allows custom party packages. It’s for people looking for good Thai food that’s friendly on the pocket. It’s not for people who prefer dining in an air conditioned space.
No reservations accepted
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40 Aguirre St, BF Homes, Parañaque
(02) 807 7777
7. Ichiro Ramen – Aguirre Ave.
335 Favorites
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Another brainchild of Burger Geek’s George Kho, Ichiro Ramen is a Japanese restaurant that serves ramen with a thick and creamy broth. They make their ramen noodles from scratch. It’s for people who like creamy ramen. It’s not for large groups as the restaurant only seats 20.
No reservations accepted
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248 Aguirre Ave , BF Homes, Parañaque
6. Butcher’s Daughter – BF Homes
357 Favorites
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Formerly Kehl’s Swiss along Aguirre Ave., Butcher’s Daughter is a haven for all meat and seafood lovers that offers sausages, shrimps, fish, and steaks. They serve unlimited servings of meat at an affordable price. It’s for big groups who enjoy eating buffet style. It’s not for vegans and vegetarians as food options are very limited.
No reservations accepted
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163 Aguirre Ave, BF Homes, Parañaque
(0939) 931-4410
5. Bamba Bistro – Aguirre Ave.
384 Favorites
Last month’s #1
Labelled as “Not your average bistro by the corner” says a lot, yet for Bamba Bistro, it’s an understatement. With cross-continental food featuring modern twists from Middle-Eastern, Italian, Filipino cuisine to no-nonsense comfort food, take a bite of exquisite and intelligently-prepared food under the fairy lights. It’s for those who are in for a roller coaster of flavors. It’s not for those who aren’t willing to spend the coin on something unexpected.
Reservations are accepted
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55 Aguirre Ave. cor. Arsenio Luz, BF Homes, Parañaque
+63 2 519-7097
4. Rue Bourbon – Aguirre Ave.
416 Favorites
Returning entry
Rue Bourbon is popular for their drinks menu ranging from plain beer to mixed drinks. This New Orleans-themed restaurant also has food menu ranging from bar grubs to full heavy meals. It’s a place easily filled up by yuppies around its area. It’s for the couple down for a beer at any hour with their different flavored beers and other drinks. It’s not for those who prefer to call it an early night.
No reservations accepted
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196 Aguirre Street, BF Homes, Parañaque
(02) 815 7572
3. Trattoria Altrove – BF Homes
646 Favorites
Returning entry
Trattoria Altrove offers authentic Italian dishes, with the signature brick oven wood fired pizza. They also serve Antipasti, Pasta, Risotto, Lasagna, several meaty dishes, home-made desserts. To round up a delicious meal, they offer several kinds of wines & liquors. It’s for those who want to a bite of El Nido favorites in the city. It’s not for those who don’t enjoy either Italian food or seafood. We recommend the Aragosta, their sweet Palawan lobster on top of pasta pomodoro.
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858 Tropical Ave, B.F. Homes, Parañaque
(02) 776 4388
2. La Chinesca – Aguirre Ave.
725 Favorites
Returning entry
La Chinesca is a Mexican concept by Chef Bruce Ricketts located in the same street located in the same street in BF Homes where he first made his mark on the local culinary scene with his intimate degustation nook, Sensei Sushi. It’s for those who are only after the freshest ingredients and ideas in every bite. It’s not for those who aren’t willing to wait! We recommend their fresh tacos like Tripitas made with beef intestines & Guisada de Res made with beef shoulder & lengua. Our insider tip: Don’t forget to ask for their secret menu to see their guacamole dish and other tacos.
No reservations accepted
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248C Aguirre St, BF Homes, Parañaque
(02) 738 0724
1. Sensei Sushi Bar – Aguirre Ave.
2313 Favorites
Returning entry
After his short stint with Robot Restaurant & Lounge, Chef Bruce Ricketts opened Sensei Sushi Bar, a humble local and seasonal Japanese and Asian-inspired restaurant along the now popular Aguirre Avenue in BF Homes. His 12-course Chef’s Omakase received numerous praises for taste, creativity and affordability. It’s for adventurous foodies. It’s not for people who don’t eat raw. We recommend the Chef’s Omakase. For a la carte, order their Torched Salmon Belly and Chutoro Sashimi. Our insider tip is there is no corkage fee, you can BYOB (bring your own bottle).
Reservations are accepted
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268 Aguirre Ave., BF Homes, Parañaque
+63 917 515-7018
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