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In Bohol and on a Budget? Try Took’s Grill Hauz, Home of Chicken Ati-Atihan

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Posted on 04-03-2012 | By: Galwin Fabian

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Took's Grill Hauz

Took's Grill Hauz

Took’s Grill Hauz didn’t invent chicken barbecue, they perfected it.

Or at least that’s what they claim.

Took's Grill Hauz Road Sign

Took's Grill Hauz Road Sign

When my family and I were going to Panglao Island last Thursday we asked our driver, Arvin, where’s a good place to have our dinner. Arvin suggested that since food at the beach would be pricey we may want to try a budget barbecue place called Took’s Grill Hauz which serves Chicken Ati-Atihan.

We asked him what Chicken Ati-Atihan means and he quipped, “manok na ma mapapasayaw ka sa sarap.” Curiosity piqued, we excitedly decided to have our dinner there.

So about a few hundred meters after traversing Panglao Island Circumferential Road in Libaong, Panglao, we saw the road sign of Took’s Grill Hauz.

Took's Grill Hauz Counter

Took's Grill Hauz Counter

Took's Grill Hauz Grill

Took's Grill Hauz Grill

While they were talking to a server, deciding our order, I took the time to go to their grilling area and see how they prepare their chicken barbecue. From what I can see and smell, they’re juicy and I can smell the chicken’s barbecue aroma.

Took's Grill Hauz Menu Front

Took's Grill Hauz Menu Front

Took's Grill Hauz Menu Back

Took's Grill Hauz Menu Back

Chicken Ati-Atihan Paa

Chicken Ati-Atihan Paa / Php 90

Chicken Ati-Atihan Pecho

Chicken Ati-Atihan Pecho / Php 90

We ordered chicken ati-atihan pecho with unlimited rice and then pochero for our soup. Arvin was right, it’s a recommended place to eat. Their chicken are juicy and flavorful. You may even eat it without dipping it in a sauce. That’s how good it is!

Took's Grill Hauz Pochero

Took's Grill Hauz Pochero / Php 155

Took's Grill Hauz Halo-Halo

Took's Grill Hauz Halo-Halo / Php 90

The following day, Friday, we got up early for the dolphin watching and island hopping tour but there were no dolphins that morning. Too sad, I felt our money was wasted. I should have played poker with that money instead.

We came back noon time and then we took a tricycle from Dumaluan Beach Resort to Took’s Grill Hauz to have our lunch there. Took’s got us dancing and we’re on a budget that’s why we went there again.

Took's Grill Hauz Fish Sinigang

Took's Grill Hauz Fish Sinigang / Php 150

This time though, we ordered chicken ati-atihan paa with unlimited rice and then fish sinigang for our soup and regular halo-halo for our desert. Now I’m decided, this is one of the best chicken barbecue I’ve tasted.

Table Surfer’s take
Took’s Grill Hauz has a nice ambiance, offers good food at a budget price, and it is reasonably accessible from the beach. I highly recommend it when you’re in Bohol, especially if you’re on a budget.

Took’s Grill Hauz
Libaong, Panglao, Bohol

Lunch at Manang’s Chicken SM North Edsa

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Posted on 19-01-2012 | By: Galwin Fabian

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Manang's Chicken SM North Edsa

Manang's Chicken SM North Edsa

Sinful Spoon and I had our lunch at Manang’s Chicken SM North Edsa last December 19. It’s her first time to try Manang’s.

A week prior, SP and I tried BonChon Chicken in Greenhills. Right after finishing our meal, she told me that she wasn’t really satisfied with the taste of their chicken and maybe her tongue is looking for a more sweeter taste. Which then lead me to suggest that Manang’s Chicken might better suit her taste.

So when we went to SM North Edsa looking for a place to have our lunch, we decided to try Manang’s. I ordered the original while SP ordered the mild spicy.

Manang's Chicken Number

Manang's Chicken Number

Manang's Chicken Mild Spicy

Manang's Chicken Mild Spicy

Manang's Chicken Original

Manang's Chicken Original

Turns out, I’m right. She liked Manang’s Chicken better than BonChon.

Manang’s Chicken
Ground Floor, The Annex
SM North EDSA

Pizza Hut Wednesday

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Posted on 01-12-2011 | By: Galwin Fabian

Category : Came Here Ate This, Casual dining, Pizza, Restaurants

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Caesar Salad

Caesar Salad (Php79) - Crisp romaine lettuce, bacon crumble, parmesan cheese, and herbed croutons tossed in caesar dressing.

Spaghetti Shrimp Garlic & Mushrooms

Spagheti Shrimp Garlic & Mushrooms (Php145) - Spagheti sauteed with shrimp and mushrrom in garlic-butter sauce.

Supremo Tuscani Pizza

Supremo Tuscani (Php349) - The ultimate pizza, with 9 choice toppings - beef, black olives with garlic and olive oil roasted bell peppers, Italian sausage, mozzarella cheese, onions, parmesan, pepperoni, and smoked ham, on a bed of premium tomato sauce.

Before we left, our server asked us if we would like to buy a card, the card’s price is Php40. He told us that the money we’re going to pay for the card will be donated to the UN’s Word Food Programme (WFP) to help feed children in Mindanao. SP and I bought one.

Dinner at Kitaro Sushi

Posted on 30-11-2011 | By: Galwin Fabian

Category : Came Here Ate This, Cuisine, Japanese

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After watching Grand Festival of Lights Parade, Sinful Spoon and I had our dinner at Kitaro Suhi.

We ordered Kitaro Salad and Chicken Teriyaki.

Chicken Teriyaki

Chicken Teriyaki (Php150) - Tender chicken slices marinated and cooked with a smoky hickory flavor.

Kitaro Salad

Kitaro Salad (Php175) - Shrimp, mango and asparagus pieces bedded on top of lettuce and sliced cucumber, topped with Japanese mayo and ebiko.

Dinner At Makan Makan Asian Food Village

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Posted on 23-11-2011 | By: Galwin Fabian

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Makan Makan Asian Food Village

Last September (yes, this post is long overdue!), I invited Sinful Spoon to join me and my Couch Surfing friends (Archie, Cheese Almond, Glutton Shopper, and our new American CS friend) to Food Trip! Manila Ocean Park’s biggest food fest.

M and I arrived at about 11am, the place was almost empty.  CA and GS participated in the Food Warrior Eating Challenge.

When Archie arrived past 5am we told him not to buy the event’s ticket anymore as we think the price isn’t worth it. Instead, we decided to head over to Makan Makan Asian Food Village to try some Singaporean dishes.

We ordered Char Kway Teow, Dimsum Platter, Sautéed Dry Beef Hofan, and The Sticky Rice with Mango. We got a free Mango Pudding with Sago.

Char Kway Teow

Char Kway Teow / Php160

 

Sautéed Dry Beef Hofan

Sautéed Dry Beef Hofan / Php150 (good for 2-3); Php220 (good for 3-5)

Dimsum Platter

Dimsum Platter / Php600 (good for 2-3); Php850 (good for 4-5)

 

Sticky Rice with Mango

Sticky Rice with Mango / Php120

Mango Pudding with Sago

Mango Pudding with Sago / Php65

 

Baywalk Dining At MJ’s Café Bar

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Posted on 13-11-2011 | By: Galwin Fabian

Category : Café, Came Here Ate This, Restaurants

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I didn’t know pizza by the bay can be awesome.

Walking at the famous Manila Bay during sunset is a feast to the eyes. It’s beautiful. And right at the heart of Baywalk area you will find a good place for chilling out, MJ’s Café Bar. MJ’s is a Pizza and Filipino Fusion restaurant. Continue Reading

Yogurt at Yogo

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Posted on 09-11-2011 | By: Galwin Fabian

Category : Came Here Ate This, Desserts, Eye Candy

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Yogo Frozen Yogurt / Causeway Bay

Yogo Frozen Yogurt / Causeway Bay

Yogo Frozen Yogurt Prices

Yogo Frozen Yogurt Prices

Yogo Frozen Yogurt Happy Hour

Yogo Frozen Yogurt Happy Hour

Yogo Frozen Yogurt Toppings

Yogo Frozen Yogurt Toppings

My Yogo Frozen Yogurt

My Yogo Frozen Yogurt

KFC Tower Burger

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Posted on 30-07-2011 | By: Galwin Fabian

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Last night, M and I tried KFC’s new Tower Burger.
KFC Tower Burger

What is a Tower Burger? It’s a burger with bun, mayo, lettuce, hash brown, cheese, and chicken.
Tower Burger

Here’s the box of tower burger.
Tower Burger Box

So how does the tower burger taste? It’s jaw dropping. Literally, your jaw will drop to be able to take a full bite on this burger. With the hash brown on top of the cheese, and on top of the chicken, it surely towers your mouth. Unless of course, your mouth is that HUGE. Just saying. Tower burger tastes good but it’s expensive.

Back at TOSH

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Posted on 24-07-2011 | By: Galwin Fabian

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Back at TOSH. Yes, again. We love to go here whenever we feel like having a good pasta and pizza. Why? Price to taste, no one serves better than TOSH.

Our pasta? The all time favorite meatballs spaghetti.
Meatballs Spaghetti

Our pizza? Chicken tequilla pizza.
Chicken Tequilla Pizza