Where to Eat: A Guide to Batanes Restaurant and Food
The rumors are true. The food in Batanes is incredible! Some of the most delicious dishes are the simplest ones. Feel free to check out the roadside carinderias and food stalls where you can get a meal for as low as P50 a person. If you’re crazy about lobster then you should know that when they’re in season, lobsters are very cheap in Batanes. In fact, you can get them for as low as P300 a kilo. A far cry from how much it would cost in Manila.
If you prefer the convenience of dining in a Batanes restaurant, don’t despair because there are several options to choose from. Here are a few suggestions for those who are eager to try the food in Batanes:
Casa Napoli
This Batanes restaurant is owned by Xavier Mirabuena, a former ship engineer. If you’re in Batanes and craving pizza, this place is your haven. Located at Abad St., Brgy. Kaychanarianan, at Basco, Casa Napoli offers pizza with mozzarella cheese at a very affordable price. For inquiries, call mobile: 0927-7583370.
Honesty Café
The café earned its name because it’s usually not staffed, so everyone is expected to leave money for whatever they take. This Batanes Restaurant’s honesty system has made it a sort of novelty among both tourists and locals alike. There’s a clear plastic jar at the left of the counter for customers to pay and get their own change. It is also known for serving the best paleka strong local brew made from cane sugar.
To taste the food in Batanes first-hand, fly there via Seair today! To make it even more convenient, book online.
