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Guevarra’s is a taste of old Philippines and we believe that’s why people keep coming back — it reminds them of good memories of their own homes”
Speaking of food, Sy and his team worked with celebrity chefs Roland and Jackie Laudico to create their mouthwatering buffet menu, which is often augmented every quarter with a few seasonal additions. For the holidays, they’re rolling out their special Yuletide Menu, which includes Roasted Turkey, Classic Fish Mayonesa, and Christmas Suman (sticky rice cake).
Kare is still packed with ox tripe and vegetables and served with a dollop of bagoong (shrimp paste), while their fried chicken was amped up — resulting to their very own Fried Chicken Adobo.
“Our food is a mixture of old and new in a sense that we still have traditional Filipino dishes, but Chef Roland and Chef Jackie added a little modern twist to a few recipes,” Sy pointed out.
With more than a dozen selections for the meats alone, there is always something to love and new to try everyday at Guevarra’s. And yes, with their almost scandalously affordable rates, dining here is an option for most, which makes it the perfect venue for family reunions.
The fare at Guevarra’s is your typical selection in Filipino fiestas, but made more relevant to new world palates. As for classics, they do it the old fashioned way, because they believe you should not mess with perfection. That’s why their Kare-
Making all dishes from scratch also ensures that their dishes have a very distinct flavor that you can’t get anywhere else.
They even have a huge garden where you can hang out before and/or after dinner, which also just happens to be perfect for photo ops. The garden is also a favorite
for couples who are looking to tie the knot in a garden wedding. The people behind Guevarra’s definitely hit the sweet spot when it comes to wooing diners with their blend of great food, prime location, and affordable prices. “We want to make good food more accessible to more people,” Sy said. “Guevarra’s is a taste of old Philippines and we believe that’s why people keep coming back — it reminds them of good memories of their own homes.” Guevarra’s is located at 387 P. Guevarra Street, San Juan City. They are open for lunch and dinner, Monday to Sunday. For more information, visit their Facebook page @guevarrasrestaurant. For reservations and inquiries, call (02) 705-1811 or (02) 7051874.
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