Restaurants

Boracay Restaurants

 

If there is anything on Boracay that may compete with the splendor of its beaches it might be the amazing selection of its restaurants. Over the years people from around the world have come to Boracay and fallen in love with the place. They have then opened restaurants featuring cuisine from their home countries, many of them specially importing ingredients. This gives the Boracay menu a variety seen in few other places.

From open air seafood barbeques to fine dining, Boracay really has it all. And one of the best things about Boracay is that no matter where you choose to eat you really can’t go wrong. All of Boracay’s restaurants are sure to be serving some of the best food you have ever had the pleasure to eat.

Aria

 

Location: Station 2 where D'Mall meets the beach pathAria restaurant

Price: $$-$$$

One of the more popular restaurants on White beach is Aria. Aria serves a wide variety of Italian dishes and even has a wood fire pizza oven. Using only the freshest ingredients, many of them imported, the chefs at Aria cook up some amazing meals. With indoor and outdoor seating and its central location, Aria is a favorite spot for people watching. For breakfast, desserts, or coffee check out its sister restaurant Café de Sol right next door.

Cafe del Mar

 

Location: Station 2 past D'mall towards station 1. Look for the boat-shaped bar


Price: $$

Café del Mar gets My Boracay Guide’s Best Seat on the Beach award. With chilled out lounge music playing in the evenings and ultra-comfortable seating facing the ocean, Café del Mar is Boracay ambiance at its finest. And don’t think they forgot about the food. Café del Mar serves mostly Mediterranean dishes as well as fusion offerings from around the world. If you are walking by a bit later in the evening and are looking for a snack you can’t go wrong with their shawarmas.

Cyma

 

Location: D’mall

Price: $$

Cyma is a small stylish restaurant in D’mall serving amazing Greek dishes. Yes, Greek in Boracay. The menu offers dish after dish of some of the tastiest food you will have the pleasure to eat. From humus and pita bread to the to-die-for soulvaki. Seafood, tzatiziki, gyros…it all goes down splendidly with a glass of their specially infused iced tea.

Fridays

 

Location: Fridays Resort, Station 1

Price: $$$

Fridays, the original luxury experience on Boracay brings us the wonderfully romantic Friday’s restaurant. This beachfront restaurant really knows how to serve it up. They have various international theme nights with set menus as well as an excellent ala carte selection of steaks, seafood, pasta, and other delights. Don’t miss their famous BBQ and grill buffet which takes place every Friday.

 

Gasthof

 

Location: Station 2 near where D’mall meets the beach path

Price: $$

With plenty of beer garden type seating, Gasthof is very popular with local tourists and for good reason. It’s a BBQ sensation famous for its baby back ribs and German sausages grilled to perfection. Located beachside near D’mall, if you come to Gasthof you better bring a healthy appetite.

Jammers

 

jammers restaurantLocation Station 2 near where D’mall meets the beach path

Price $

Jammers may have been the first fastfood restaurant on Boracay. Run by Miguel, a New Yorker dubbed Boracay’s first lifelong tourist, it serves burgers, hotdogs, fish n’ chips and other goodies 24 hours a day. Jammers is a great place to stop and have a bite after a late night taste of the Boracay Party scene.

Kaeseke

 

Kaeseke restaurant

Location: D’mall

Price: $$$

Kaeseke is Boracay’s quintesential Japanese dining experience. The restaurant itself, crafted of native woods is impressive, and so is the food. A wide selection of standard Japanese fare is on offer with many interesting specialties such as lobster sashimi.

Lemon i Cafe

 

lemon i cafeLocation: D’mall

Price: $$

One of my favorite places to eat in Boracay is Lemon i Cafe. It’s hard to put my finger on it. It’s just....awesome. Their baguette and cibata bread sandwiches are simply amazing. A steak sandwich on a French baguette with carmelized Maui onions, anyone? And don’t miss their large scrumtious salads. And the experience isn’t limited to the food. Thoughtful presentation and excellent service also go above and beyond. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, no matter when you stop in you will surely find something amazing waiting for you.

Manana

 

Location: The end of Station 2 near Station 1

Price: $$

If you are looking for a bit of Mexican food to spice up your holiday Manana is a restaurant not to be missed. With all the Mexican specialties one would expect, there is plenty of good food to choose from. Friendly service and mouthwatering specialties such as totillas de papa top off a wonderful dining experience.

Mango Ray's

 

Mago Ray's restaurantLocation: Boat Station 2 just South of D’mall

Price: $$

Mango Ray’s is what I like to call an all around winner. The menu has a delectable something for everyone. From Italian to Thai from sushi to barbeque, the food is always fresh and deliciously prepared. The restaurant is particularly well known for its Swiss specialties such as Raclette and cheese-fondue.

Ole

 

Location: D’mall

Price: $$-$$$

The Philippines, having a deep Spanish connection, has long been drawn to the gastronomic delights of Spain. Ole brings these delights to Boracay in full-flavored regalia. Ole is whats know as a tapas (appetizers) bar and many patrons come here to order up wave after wave of the communal fare. Another communal specialty is paella, a popular Spanish rice dish. Add to this what I believe is the widest selection of imported beers in Boracay and you have a most memorable dining experience.

Paradiso

 

Location: Boat Station 2 just South of D’mall

Price: $$

When it comes to grilled seafood, Paradiso is one of the more popular spots on Boracay. With a wide selection of all the freshest the Philippines has to offer you will not be wanting for selection. All seafood is sold by weight and grilled is a variety of styles. Another specialty not to be missed is their pizza. Paradiso pizzas are some of Boracay’s best and the prices are a real bargain.

Prana

 

Location: Mandala Spa

Price: $$$

For the ultimate in gourmet vegetarian fare there is only one place to go, Prana Restaurant at the Mandala Spa. The Mandala is one of Asia’s most highly renowned holistic wellness retreats and prides itself on helping their guests to find a balance of mind, body, and spirit. Food is an important part of this balance and Prana just maybe a vegetarian nirvana. Expect nothing but the best from their fusion fare presented with style and excellent service.

Smoke

 

Location: Two outlets in D’mall

Price: $-$$

Smoke restaurant is very popular with the locals and has two branches in D’mall. If you’re looking for a quality yet inexpensive meal then Smoke is for you. Enjoy local flavors as well as a selection of other tastes such as chili chicken or fish salpicaos. Smoke is open for breakfast (all day), lunch and dinner.

True Food

 

true food restaurantLocation: Boat Station 2 just South of D’mall

Price: $$

True Food restaurant brings all the flavors of India to Boracay and throws in a hefty dose of ambiance for good measure. With an authentic Sri Lankan master chef preparing every dish to perfection anything you choose from their extensive menu is sure to please. So sit back and relax on soft pillows listening to the sounds of India while enjoying a meal to die for.