Location: San Jose del Monte
Top Restaurants in San Jose del Monte
Top 10 restaurants in San Jose del Monte, Philippines
San Jose del Monte is a component suburban city in the province of Bulacan in Central Luzon, Philippines. It is bordered by the cities of Caloocan and Quezon of Metro Manila in the south, by the town of Rodriguez, Rizal in the east, the towns of Santa Maria and Marilao in the west and Norzagaray in the north. According to the 2015 census, it has a population of 574,089 people, making it the largest local government unit within Bulacan province and the 18th most populated city in the Philippines.
Things to do in San Jose del Monte
1. Jollibee
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
Telephone + 63 2 961 4464/ 961 4484.
Reviewed By LodRose - Mandaluyong, Philippines
The pambansang fastfood delivers. Spaghetti is prepared Filipino style, rich and a little sweet. New products such as pork steak and flip sundaes are also good. Allow 45mins to an hour for Delivery. The store is a little cramped typical for a fastfood joint.
2. Jollibee
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By Maggy B - Vlaardingen, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands
Very Pinoy! I like so much the Chicken Joy with spaghetti. I have been a Jollibee counter girl when I was a teen and at home na at home ako dito. I hope in the future, there will be a Jollibee-Rotterdam! Dislike? Laging mahaba ang pila!
3. Chowking
Overall Ratings
4 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By Maggy B - Vlaardingen, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands
My parents favorite. I love their siomai, halo-halo, and daing na bangus. They are fast food but you can assure that you leave the place happy and full.
4. JT's Manukan Grille
Overall Ratings
4 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By Jacson_Kueh - Kuching, Malaysia
Restaurent belongs to a Phillipine actor Joel Torre hence the JT Manukan which mean JT chicken, I took the grill chicken breast with garlic rice and to my surprise the meat towards the inner part of the breast still fill with the aromatic taste and juicy too. The garlic rice goes along great with the chicken, I Guess I will come back for it next time when I visit here.
5. Racks Sm North Edsa
Overall Ratings
4 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By Dan R - Metro Manila, Philippines
Very affordable. Perfect for family treat and gathering. The steak, chicken pork and beef are all satisfying. Side dishes are perfect complement. You can choose from corn, salad, potaoes, etc. Love the family platter which comes with your choice of meat, rice, side dish, and drinks. An underrated steak reastaurant that deserves more credit and definitely worth coming back to..try and discover for yourself..
6. Zucchero Cafe Resto Bar
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By Nostromo - London, United Kingdom
I'm torn between giving this restaurant a poor or average review - but there's nothing between, so I will be generous.
This restaurant almost got the lowest rating possible due to an earlier visit where the service was abominable, and the food not much better. On that occasion several items ordered weren't available, and the only waitress on duty was decidedly forgetful and inattentive, which was compounded as the three of us visiting were the only customers.
Then it was lunchtime on a Thursday in mid-February, but finding myself in the locality two days later, for some reason I decided to give them a second chance. After all, I thought, maybe I caught the place on a bad day, and surely it couldn't be any worse? It was a good decision because they atoned themselves.
This time it was a Saturday around the same hour; more customers; more staff on duty, and a more favourable atmosphere. Facing Manila Bay the restaurant has two areas, one inside and free from the elements, and a large open area to benefit from the breeze (unfortunately intermittently malodorous) emanating from the bay. There are also two or three tables with parasols outside on the Promenade which is where we chose to sit. There are great views, but like I said, Manila Bay seems to be suffering from some kind of unpleasant aroma which spoils the experience. Still, that's not the restaurant's fault, but something needs to be done about it.
The waiting staff were very friendly and jolly, nothing seems to be a trouble, the menu covers a wide variety and they specialise in sea food and local dishes. Those just wanting something light can avail themselves of sandwiches and French-fries, although those ordering a Club Sandwich will be disappointed if they are used to something more substantial to the name. The chicken will be more of a paste, the bacon only thin processed ham, and the bread bland and sweet, and somewhere amongst it will be some kind of salad cream (that's what I ordered on my first visit, and chose differently on the next - being all the wiser). Also on that visit an order for Chicken Binacol (soup) was placed, with a round of rice, a pink lemonade and a mango shake. There were no complaints from my companions who availed themselves of these - so at least something good came out of it. On the second visit the food was acceptable but not exceptional, service great, beer chilled and served in frosted glasses (unlike on my first visit when there wasn't any cold beer, nor even any bottled water).
I'm pleased I went back, because everyone should get a second chance whenever possible, and I don't like to give bad reviews if they can be avoided.I can only assume that midweek lunchtimes in February are not great times to visit, and weekends are best.
They're receiving this average review (which I believe to be generous) - for the simple reason that someone - a supervisor or manager - should be looking after things regardless of the day of the week. Indeed, is it possible that the lack of customers on my first visit was because of this? I remember thinking at the time that we should have gone to the restaurant next door which seemed much more popular, but the reason I didn't was because it was a pasta and pizza restaurant - which wasn't what I was looking for. There's a lesson somewhere here for sure.
I left a reasonably good tip on the first visit, even though I felt it was unjustified, and was even more distressed after I left - scrutinising the bill to discover that an 8% service charge was already included. That too was grossly unjustified.
Still, they got a second chance. My rating reflects honestly and truthfully a visit on two occasions. They would have got a better one, but they sorely let themselves down due to unprofessional conduct, poor management, and playing fast and loose with their inconsistent standards.
7. Manam
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By Jcgmd H - Manila, Philippines
My relationship with Manam started at around late 2014 when my friend and I accidentally bumped into this restaurant in Greenbelt. It was love at first sight! And ever since they opened their Fairview Terraces branch, this has been our favourite family restaurant. We have almost tried all the twists, however the watermelon singang was too sour for my palate. But everything else is good especially the desserts.
8. Fantasia Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By Alden A
The place is nice, light colors, big chairs, sofas, elegant victorian yet playful ambiance. Feels like you're in a dollhouse. Good wifi. The lunch menu is good. Deserts and drinks are a little bit pricey for the quality. Service would need some improvement though staffs are polite. Perfect cafe for catching up, friends, and families as well.
9. Qhaveh Khaneh
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By ter_estrella - Meycauayan City, Philippines
I tried 3 different cakes at Khaveh Qhaneh. But my favorite is Oreo Cakes... It is only P60. So Yummy. You must try it.
10. Tito Renz Restaurant & Catering Services
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By DhonMennen - Singapore, Singapore
Nice Filipino cuisine, Friendly and Attentive waiters. However, the cashiers could be more interactive with the customers when the payment is made. They could connect with the customers so the return rate will be higher. The food is normal as it is the same as most Filipino food in similar establishments. We ordered take out but the waiters were really attentive to our requirements. The food tasted nice.We had a few orders of rice with toppings, vegetarian noodles, and thick soup. All tasted good. They also serve buffet. Maybe next time we will go for buffet.
