Best Restaurants in Bacolod
Bacolod, known as the City of Smiles, is not just famous for its MassKara Festival but also for its vibrant food scene. This city in the Philippines offers a gastronomic adventure that caters to every palate. From traditional Filipino dishes to international cuisines, Bacolod's culinary landscape is as diverse as it is delicious. This article will guide you through the best restaurants in Bacolod, each offering a unique dining experience that will surely satisfy your cravings. Whether you're a local looking for a new place to dine or a tourist wanting to taste the city's best, this list will serve as your ultimate guide.
Bacolod 18th st.palapala seafood grill & restaurant
4.3
(647)
Reviews:
Food was awesome! The place is quite pricey, but it was worth it. The sweet and chili crab was great. It had the right mix of savory, sweetness, and with just about the right kick. The Calamares is a classic one, you just can’t go wrong with it. It comes with the usal mayo dip. The butter shrimp is another classic. It’s really good. Baked scallops is also good. Pricier than in other places in Bacolod but just as good. We also had a nice fish sinigang. The sour and umami taste goes well with rice. We also had grilled pork and barbecue which were surprisingly good and perfectly goes with atchara (pickled papayas). All of these go well with garlir rice or plain rice. This place packs in the flavor for a not so hefty price. Also, they have al fresco and indoor dining options. Worth your time, money, and tummy space.
Mike Dela Paz
A nice seafood paluto restaurant. Spacious, interior is really good. They have airconditioned dining area, albeit small compared to their main dining area. The main dining area is big; lot of tables available, not too cramped, and it's an open area, so it doesn't feel stuffy. The paluto selection is a bit limited, nonetheless, their food tastes great. They also have desserts that the staff offers around. You can get it from them instead of going back to the ordering area. The waiters/waitress and staff are friendly, and they look really slick and clean with their uniform. They have parking area around the restaurant.
Crystallene Grace Ragot
As of July 12, 2023 • Great food servings despite the price • Proficient and resourceful delivery of service • Good ambiance in the atmosphere • Has an air conditioned room • Would recommend for a go to restaurant
John Paul Marababol Resma
Situated across the street from a tree-canopy shaded Andres Bonifacio monument beside a Gabaldon building, this restaurant enjoys a relatively light traffic unlike the nearby Lacson Street. The seafood fare it offers is at par with the humble pala-pala eatery near the Capitol but its spacious dining areas - the air-conditioned and open-air halls - designed and furnished to taste sets it apart from the latter. I happened to dine here for the first time coincidentally during its 20th anniversary and I saw the big crowd, evidence of its clientele that made this restaurant get this far.
Dennis Ella
Consistently delicious. Been going to Pala Pala when it was just a little wet market type place back in '03? '06?where it was the after hours spot where you get the freshest seafood cooked fresh. 18th street was a happy addition/revision. Same fresh seafood but now with an air-conditioned space. Fave in bacolod. I've never had anything bad here. Service, food, all perfect.
Cecilia Jorian
Aguinaldo St., Cor 18th St., Brgy. 4, Bacolod, 6100 Negros Occidental, Philippines
Diotay's eatery
4.4
(1571)
Reviews:
It's big, but too stuffy. It's hot inside the dining area, even though there are electric fans. Maybe because the roof is low. They do have an airconditioned room on a reservation basis and for a large group. Anyhow, food tastes good. Seafood selection is wide. However, it's better to come for lunch or early dinner, coz some of the seafood gets sold out easily. Servers wait on their assigned table or group of tables so its easier to make requests, like additional cutlery, water, or extra orders. This place is also popular, so there could be long queueing during peaktime.
Crystallene Grace Ragot
As of July 11, 2023 • The place has improved to be designed as an aesthetic hawaiian like result • Great food quality (depending on the price) • Although there are some orders that came late, their food servings are still deliciously made • Would recommend for those who are new to the area and be able to enjoy especially on the seafood specialty
John Paul Marababol Resma
The service is excellent. Since it's a birthday celebration, after our dinner, we were given a free one pint ice cream.
Floccica
One of the rare places that hit the trifactor of good price, great service and tasty food. The meat was a little bit overcooked but acceptable nonetheless considering the price. One unfortunate thing is they don't have any other menu except seafood and some meat choices. I'll like to have some accompanying vegetables. They don't have a menu, just go and pick a few items and they will cook it the way you want.
KC
5th time dining here and never been disappointed every time. The best!
kie salvador
MXH2+HPC, Gatuslao St, Bacolod, 6100 Negros Occidental, Philippines
Quedan
4.4
(137)
Reviews:
I had the pleasure of trying the Tuna Tataki at Quedan Restaurant located at Paseo Verde in Bacolod City, and it was a delightful dish. The tuna was gently-seared and had a perfectly tender texture, making it a joy to savor. While the soy sauce could have had a bit more citrus and ginger to give it a gentle kick, it was still a tasty accompaniment to the dish. The presentation of the dish was beautiful, and it was just the right portion size for a satisfying lunch. The restaurant itself had a cozy and inviting ambiance, with excellent and attentive service that added to the overall experience. I would highly recommend Quedan Restaurant for anyone looking for a lovely dining experience in Bacolod City.
Bent Gonza
My first time at Quedan was pre-pandemic, and was happy to see it was still around on this last visit to Bacolod. The vibe is still hip and the drinks are still good, while being reasonable priced. Try their Quedan G&T, which combines native ingredients like sugarcane with the classic gin & tonic. This time, also got the chance to grab dinner here. The pumpkin soup as a starter was good, but needed a bit more flavor. The tuna tataki was the standout dish, made with fresh-tasting fish that was seared perfectly on the outside. The chimichurri steak frites was the disappointment - we asked for medium rare and it came back medium well to well done. The server apologized, but damage was done. Would still come back.
CN N
GO TO CAFE UMA INSTEAD The restaurants main selling point is the physical venue. The dish took too long to be served. Steak Frita was cooked medium rare but the chimichurri that came with it lacks oomph. The dish was very expensive for the service, serving and taste. The shoestring fries was soggy as well.
Marvinson Fajardo
Place- the place is nice Foods: Mixed Berries Salad 4/5 Truffle Pasta- 1/5... definitely a bummer! we're expecting more of it; needs salt too! Paella Negra- 1/5 the price did not suit the taste! Too plain and too boring. Mahi mahi salsa- 3/5 the fish is great! The rest were plain. US angus ribeye- 4.5/5 the star of the night⭐️ Please expect that waiters needs to be reminded from time to time (1/5). Time- we asked to be served first with salad, but the reason why I'm taking time to make a review was, we're actually told to wait 45 mins for the paella and we agreed, only to be served after 75 mins together with truffle pasta 😭 The rest of the food were served approximately 10-20 mins apart after the paella.
Victoria Gilabert
Five star quality food and great wine selection! Truffle pasta with sisig, pintxos, squid sisig and everything was great. By far the best restaurant in Bacolod ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Kristel Brizzi
Paseo Verde, MXX6+2VH, Lacson St, Bacolod, Negros Occidental, Philippines
Sharyn's cansi house
4.2
(520)
Reviews:
My experience with Sharyn's Cansi House is memorable. we were rushing to get there before it closes (they are operating from 8am to 6pm). We were there just as they are about to close but the owner was graceful enough to serve us the last bowl of Cansi. I was sure to only eat 2 cups of rice but ending up doubling it because the soup is so good. Service is really good because they know what you want. A must try if you visit Bacolod.
Stepan Bee
You know a place is good when they don’t have a menu and that they serve only 1 type of food. Lunch time can be jammed. We went late for lunch exactly because of this. Service was lightning quick. Lechon Kawali was deadly good. With a good sawsawan — your food will unmistakably disappear in a blast. When in Bacolod, this is aMUST try.
Choy 923
It is a simple, small place that serves very delicious cansi that's worth the try. The very first time I tasted Cansi. Sumptious amout of meat that can be easily chewed, and soup is very heartwarming. Will go back here soon.
Joyce Ann A
It’s my first time to try cansi and I love it! The bowl is huge - good for 2-3 persons. Their crispy cansi is also good. It’s a casual place to eat. No aircon. Don’t expect first class service. It’s a carinderia but the food is great
Noelle Pamaran
If you dont want to be in the busy time better visit in the morning staff were very nice and indeed its one of the best Cansi I have ever tasted
CATHERINE LIM
C-58 Capitol Shopping Center, Narra Ave, Brgy. Villamonte, Bacolod, 6100 Negros Occidental, Philippines
Lemon grass restaurant
4
(55)
Reviews:
It was a good experience. It was our first time eating here. It was a weekday so there was only few people. They had no curry and seafood when we visited tho. The ambience was nice. My family enjoyed their appetizers and juice. Will come back soon to try their curry and seafood.
Lindsay Esgra
If you are Pho Bo lover, don’t come to this place. Meat is not sliced (on the photo how it was). No greens. Taste is so so. Maybe other dishes are better, but for me personally Vietnamese restaurant starts with Pho BO an it is bad here.
Aleksandr Nikulshin
I had a delightful experience. The Tom Yum soup had a perfect balance of tangy and spicy flavors, while the Pho Ga offered a comforting and delicious bowl of pho. The attentive service, charming ambiance, and diverse menu make it a great choice for those craving both Thai and Vietnamese cuisine. I highly recommend trying their flavorful dishes for a satisfying dining experience.
Odessa Flor
I’ve been searching for the best tasting Pad thai in Bacolod, and this is I think, in the last rank. Although the serving is great for its price and the ambiance of the resto is 💯. I had it take out and it was still hot when I ate it, so dont say na baka di gumanda lasa kasi tinake-out ko.
Sunshine Calanza
It's my first time here and it was worth it. The flavor is very authentic and the coffee was yum! Price is 3/5 but very reasonable. Will come back for sure! Ordered Pomelo and crabstick salad, Vietnamese coffee, Pad Thai and Thai Grilled Chicken.
Anne CB
MWGX+HW6, Bacolod, 6100 Negros Occidental, Philippines
Aboy's restaurant
4.4
(671)
Reviews:
Expensive but delicious food. The best "laing" I have tasted ever. I have given 4-star for the food as I wasn't contented with the "breaded shrimp" given the expensive price. Grilled Mushroom in banana leaf is the best, don't forget to order that.
SwitPea - Pinay in Switzerland
This was the first time to visit and dine at Aboy's Restaurant when my niece and her husband who are living in Curacao, South America spent their vacation to visit her family, as they were also celebrated their birthdays together. I liked this place and the food was quite delicious, fast service to their customers and the place was cool and you can also bring your children here..
Lina Pabion
Such a lovely restaurant especially for those who care about natural ingredients on their food. Their herbal garden gives a reassuring vibe that greens and salads are fresh. They have to perfect though their cooking of seafood especially blue marlin to keep its good quality when served (it stayed a bit longer on the flame). Inasal and binakol are good. Buttered scalops are great. The servers are polite and nice. The ambiance is okay, not the best in the City but worth trying if you want to enjoy cozy meal time. Will definitely be back to try other meals.
Amihan De Los Santos
Definitely your go-to Filipino cuisine restaurant. They serve a variety of ready to eat Filipino food. You can also order grilled meat and fish to be cooked after you choose your raw order. Very friendly staff. Wide place and parking place. Cozy ambiance. Good for groups. Price is kinda expensive but the food is definitely delicious 👍 They also serve Tarragon tea (for free) which helps in the proper digestion of your food. Perfect place for meet the parents date 😉
Leza Andrea
Grilled fish and shrimp were delicious. MASIDDA. The boss was accomodating, so there were many kind employees. I want to go again. If you are alone, it's okay.
Jake Jeong
MW2Q+7W4, Liroville Subd, Bacolod, 6100 Negros Occidental, Philippines
Apollo restaurant - rizal-locsin
4.3
(77)
Reviews:
variety of foods. recommend for family. air-conditioned place. have budget meal good for 1.
trez
I love Apollo's Bird's Nest. It took a couple of minutes to serve but it is definitely worth the wait. I also recommend the Lomi and shanghai
Emji_88
Awesome place. Looks a bit dodge as you walk in, but trust me, it's an amazing place. I went back again! Would recommend the tuna steak, fried rice and fried water spinach yum yum!! He even delivered to us, as there was a storm
A
I used to go in Apollo near Burgos market since I was lil. Apollo is one of the fave resto of my grandparents that made me visit a lot here cause if there were an event like bday, christening and etc in one member of our family~ they always choose to celebrate here. Well can't blame because their food were like home made. My fave food here is sotanghon guisado and lumpia shanghai🧡💚❤️
Great Basis
Forgot to take a pic of foods coz was busy of my simple wedding ☺️
NengieJarrett
Rizal Locsin St, Bacolod, 6100 Negros Occidental, Philippines