Location: Iloilo City
Top Restaurants in Iloilo City
Top 10 Filipino food in Iloilo City, Iloilo Province, Philippines
Find out what Filipino restaurants to try in Iloilo City. Iloilo City, officially the City of Iloilo (Hiligaynon: Dakbanwa/Syudad sang Iloilo; Kinaray-a: Syudad kang/ka Iloilo; Filipino: Lungsod ng Iloilo; Spanish: Ciudad de Iloílo) is a highly urbanized city on southeastern tip of Panay island in the Philippines. It is the capital city of the province of Iloilo where it is geographically situated but, in terms of government and administration, it is politically independent. In addition, it is the center of the Iloilo-Guimaras Metropolitan Area, as well as the regional center and primate city of the Western Visayas region. In the 2015 census, Iloilo City had a population of 447,992 inhabitants, with a 1.02% population annual growth rate. For the metropolitan area, the total population is 946,146 inhabitants.
Things to do in Iloilo City
10. 7 Fishes By Coco Veranda
Overall Ratings
4 based on 33 reviews
The Feast of the Seven Fishes is a traditional Italian-American Christmas Eve dinner that brings families and friends together in a grand meal featuring at least 7 kinds of superbly prepared seafood. 7 Fishes, the restaurant, offers a venue for excellentl
Reviewed By CzarEmmanuel
If you crave for good seafood dishes (among other things), then visit this place. I've been to its original branch in Roxas City and I was very satisfied with the restaurant's foods and service. This one in Iloilo City definitely has far more modern facilities, a nicer ambiance and classy furnishing. But the foods in the original branch are a bit better and fresher. However, this one in Iloilo doesn't lag that far behind, even if it's a bit pricier. But the staff are as friendly and accommodating as ever. :D
9. Punot
Overall Ratings
4 based on 65 reviews
PUNOT. Flavors of Modern Iloilo.Located along the Iloilo River, it is one riverside dining experience you will surely enjoy.Punot is the first venture of siblings Chef Tope + Advertising Executive Andrea. They pay tribute to their parents Lea and Rogelio
Reviewed By CzarEmmanuel
Punot (named after a particular type of fishpen), which I think opened only last 2013 (after the success of two other restaurants by the same owners in Estancia), is one of my favorite restaurants in Iloilo City. It is located at Riverside Boardwalk, Diversion Road (overlooking the Esplanade that runs along Iloilo River near Smallville). Every time I go there I always go to the second floor for more privacy and a better view of the river.The foods they serve are simply great! There's a good selection of Ilonggo dishes and sea foods. I love their chowder, pomelo salad, baked oysters, sea food kare-kare, crispy pata, and much more! They also have good drinks and desserts. The staff (especially the waiters) are very friendly and accommodating. They don't even mind taking your photos when you request them to.As to how famous the place is, just take a look at the pictures of famous personalities who have come to dine at Punot. They are on display along the staircase. TIP: be sure to call them up first before going there, because sometimes the place gets fully booked (especially on weekends).
8. The Granary
Overall Ratings
4 based on 58 reviews
Reviewed By Victorianlad
After attending Mass at 0630 at Jaro Cathedral, I arrived at 0745.The Granary was busy but a waitress found me a seat.The breakfast had an excellent range. There was delicious berry and rather artificial tasting mango yoghurt, Yakult, four types of cut fruit including papaya, pineapple and watermelon plus Four Seasons and one other juice. There was also bacon, pork, chop suey vegetables and several other dishes.These were warm rather than the preferable hot but lids were open.Breads, coffee, tea and hot chocolate as well as salad was available.With the exception of one slightly older girl who almost snapped at me when I tried to take a water glass for the juices that were elsewhere, staff were pleasant.Tables were clean.A pleasing buffet because management is aware that Westerners and a growing number of Asians like dairy products.Well done for catering for non-Filipinos' tastes.Dear Victorianlad,Thank you for taking the time to write about your breakfast experience. We are glad that you enjoyed the food selection at the buffet as we try as much as possible to satisfy the tastes and preferences of all our guests. Please accept our sincerest apologies if one of our staff snapped at you. All our employees are usually very warm and helpful. We shall look into this matter and ensure that such incidents do not happen again. We hope you get to try our other offerings at The Granary when you return to the hotel.Sincerely,Natalie LimHotel Manager
7. Mamusa Art Bistro
Overall Ratings
5 based on 20 reviews
The first one of a kind bistro with an art gallery in Iloilo city. Located in a prime location in the heart of the city, In Iloilo Business Park in Megaworld.
Reviewed By Calvin C
A local gem. The menu has wonderful options to choose from. Moderately priced as it should be. Everything was excellently prepared and served in an eclectic and welcoming environment. Perfect place for a nightcap with their extensive selection of alcoholic drinks. Excellent service. The gallery showcasing artworks from local talents is a must-see. Oh and theyâre eco-friendly and they have a fast internet connection!
6. Deco's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 110 reviews
Reviewed By JavaMama58
There are a chain of these around the city and Manila but the one in the La Paz Market in Iloilo is the best and only original one. The rest are allegedly franchises and the broth is not the same.The secret is in the broth which is made from scratch, from boiled bones for stock and not instant bullion cubes. We ordered the biggest bowl servings. Some had only pork while others had the mixed (has liver). The soup is delicious and so reasonably priced. Would keep coming back for more.
5. Roberto's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 199 reviews
Reviewed By tsetseflyerer
Roberto's is like our old Chinese resto at home --- serves the best comfort food. We got the queen sio pao, and four of us shared the gigantic treat. Loved the stuffing of pork, sausage, cheese, and more but it was the lumpiang shanghai which got me hooked. I am still craving for it til now, almost a week since I had them. It was cheap at P14 a piece, and you can smell it right after I got out of the car in front of the resto. I brought some to the hotel and heated it in the microwave, and it retained its crunchiness. The stuffing is not over moist but the outside is quite crispy.
4. Ponsyon by Breakthrough
Overall Ratings
4 based on 115 reviews
Reviewed By poorGuide
Its always been my nanays fave resto eversince.. the food is fresh and they have a very nice venue and staff..
3. Netong's Original Special La Paz Batchoy
Overall Ratings
4 based on 276 reviews
Reviewed By UrTravelBuddy
It has been said that Batchoy originated here in Iloilo and it may be so as evidenced by the no. of batchoy spots around the city. Netoy's in particular is said to be amongst the origal but sad to say, the taste is not consistent.I love and consumed my order and my companion did not enjoy his as much that he asked me to finish the same ... and that's when i found out that the taste is not consistent becauase my friends batchoy is salty as compared to my order which was next to perfect.
2. Breakthrough Restaurant Iloilo
Overall Ratings
4 based on 374 reviews
Reviewed By Malu30
It was great having a chance to have our lunch here again. The staff are all accommodating and pleasant. Quite disappointed with the food though. KBL was not that flavorful as the ones I tasted . Fish and other food we ordered are all kulang sa timpla. We used to have our lunch here before and it was really good then. I just hope that they can manage to bring back the good taste on their food again.
1. Tatoy's Manokan and Seafoods
Overall Ratings
4 based on 408 reviews
Reviewed By edwintclee
The seafood, especially oysters are famed in Iloilo and this is one of the best places to have a good seafood meal with good service. You choose your dishes from a central display counter that exhibits the samples of some of the popular dishes. The waiter then comes to take your orders for drinks and service is prompt.
