All Restaurants in Malay

Gerry’s – Station 2 Boracay (Gerry’s Grill) Beachfront classic. Big portions. Lively crowd. Casual, family-style Filipino grill; mid-range pricing Menu Highlights: – Grilled squid (smoky, tender; a frequent favorite) – Crispy pata and beef bulalo (both praised for very tender meat) – Beef kaldereta (rich, flavorful sauce) – Fried chicken/new recipe half order (huge portion; mixed texture feedback) – Sizzling sisig (tasty for many; a few found it dry) – Garlic rice, Crab Rice, and Adobo Rice (flavorful sides) – Spring rolls; squid appetizer with kangkong chips – Chicken kebab; Pancit Canton; Pork tortang talong – Desserts: Halo-halo, Ube macapuno; Drinks: Yellow mango shake Service Highlights: – Consistently friendly, attentive, and efficient service – Proactive touches: portion guidance, wait-time updates, and custom dips – Complimentary starters (e.g., potato chips) at times – Beachfront views; energetic vibe; indoor air-conditioned seating available – Handles big groups well; good for celebrations Notes: – Peak-hour queues and wait times (around 15–20 minutes); service can slow when packed – Noise level can be loud; ambience not ideal for quiet dates – Occasional item unavailability (e.g., calamari, bangus, wings) – Some dishes noted as dry or underseasoned by a few (sisig, chicken breast) – A dish … read full review

Gerry’s Station 1 Mito’s Place (Gerry’s Grill): Flavor-packed grills. Breezy beach views. Standout service. Casual Filipino grill, mid-range; generous portions and good value; beachfront dining. Menu Highlights: – Grilled squid (most-raved; tender and flavorful) – Dinakdakan (rich, creamy, and spicy) – Crispy Pata (crispy skin, moist meat) – Crispy pork Kare-Kare (lechon kawali meets classic peanut sauce) – Crispy Squid Head – Sinigang – Adobo Rice – Kaldereta and Bangus ala Pobre – Green Mango Shake and iced tea – Ube flan drink (for ube fans) Service Highlights: – Warm, friendly, and very attentive staff – Proactive service: frequent check-ins and swift pacing – Thoughtful gestures (e.g., warm soup on a rainy visit, birthday greetings) – Comfort-focused: offering bigger tables and complimentary chips – Entertaining staff who help pass the wait pleasantly Notes: – Dinakdakan leans spicy—great for those who like heat – Portions are generous and often noted as shareable Logistics: – Beachfront location in Station 1 with a great sea view Customers come for the grilled classics and stay for the service. The grilled squid gets a lot of love for being tender and well-seasoned, and folks also rave about the crispy pata and the crispy pork kare-kare … read full review

Kuya J Azalea Boracay — Filipino comfort fare. Budget-friendly bites. Friendly crew. Casual Filipino dining inside Azalea Hotels & Residences; budget-friendly; sit-down meals and breakfast buffet available. Menu Highlights: – Baked scallops (fan favorite) – Crispy pata – Kare-kare – Cebu-style chicken – Squid sisig – Chop suey – Pancit canton – Aligue rice – Breakfast buffet staples (Filipino classics, fruits, pastries, fresh salads) Service Highlights: – Often praised for helpful, accommodating, proactive staff – Good for birthdays and family gatherings; thoughtful gestures for celebrations – Attentive breakfast buffet service for many diners – Generally relaxed, not-too-crowded dining atmosphere – Consistency appreciated by repeat guests Notes: – Reports of long wait times (40+ minutes) during busy periods – A few instances of missing or unprepared orders; staff seen on phones – One diner twice found insects in the rice and was still charged; another noted stale crackers – Occasional smoke from the kitchen and a loud manager disturbed some guests – Some mentioned lack of napkins, limited knife options, and overall service inconsistency – Buffet skewed oily/fried for some; others preferred fresh salad/fruit – Limited mobile signal in the area made waiting feel longer – Can be tricky to locate … read full review

Mang Inasal – D’mall Boracay: Juicy chicken inasal. Unli rice. Busy but affordable. Fastfood Filipino BBQ chain, affordable; dine-in and takeout Menu Highlights: – Chicken inasal/BBQ chicken (juicy, well-grilled) – Halo-halo (big servings; a crowd favorite, though quality varies) – Palabok with tasty sauce – Unlimited rice and free soup when available – Spicy chicken option (often runs out) Service Highlights: – Friendly, accommodating, and often very attentive staff – Generally quick service, but expect lines and waits at peak hours – Indoor air-conditioned dining plus outdoor seating; layout can feel cramped – Handwashing sink on-site – Occasional order mix-ups when it’s very busy Notes: – Can be crowded; seating is tight and hard to find during meal rush – Cleanliness can be inconsistent (tables/floors not always wiped promptly) – Air-conditioning sometimes not cold enough; outdoor seats are hot – Some diners find the chicken flavor milder than expected (less garlic/lemongrass punch) – Halo-halo can be ice-heavy for some tastes – Spicy items frequently unavailable – Occasional confusion when asking about pork content – Hand dryer reported as very loud or not working Logistics: – Central D’Mall Station 2 location, easy to find – Takeout available – Cash only (no … read full review

Pamana Boracay: Beachfront Filipino classics. Big flavors. Sunset views. Casual beachfront Filipino restaurant, $$ ($8–$18 per dish typical) Menu Highlights: – Pancit canton (savory, slightly salty but addictive) – BBQ ribs (including the Hawaiian platter with standout BBQ sauce) – Adobo rice and tocino rice – Bulalo – Kare-kare – Adobong pusit and crispy pusit – Sugpo baked with aligue – Seafood platter – Sinigang (mixed feedback) Service Highlights: – Warm, accommodating staff; helpful with special requests – Good for large groups and families – Attentive service; several guests returned with friends – Classic Filipino decor with vintage photos – Beachfront seating ideal for sunset dining Notes: – A bit pricey for some; a few mention smaller portions – Seasoning can skew salty on certain dishes (e.g., sinigang, pancit) – Inconsistent quality reported by a few diners (e.g., overcooked seafood, dish mismatch) – One-off reports of inefficient service – Food leans rich and indulgent rather than healthy Logistics: – Card payments may be unreliable; some diners were asked to pay cash despite a visible terminal Customers come for the beachfront setting and big, homespun Filipino flavors—think pancit canton that’s savory and a touch salty, rib platters with a memorable BBQ … read full review

Plato D’ Boracay – Flavorful prawns and calamari. Food hall bustle. Service charge debates. Casual Filipino seafood and grill, counter-service stall in Station X food hall; mid- to high-priced for Boracay (one group paid around ?3,200 for 3 dishes + 2 drinks). Seafood often priced by weight with a separate cooking fee. Menu Highlights: – Garlic prawns: sweet, buttery, and notably sizable – Calamari: tender and fresh-tasting – Egg fried rice: simple, comforting, and tasty – Big noodle platters: generous portions and good value – Cook-to-order seafood selection (prawns, crab, bangus) Service Highlights: – Counter-ordering with self pick-up; not full table service – 10% service charge is added despite minimal table service – Wait times can run long, even for simple add-ons like extra rice – No service water provided; bottled water for purchase only – Pricing clarity can be an issue (no set price list; seafood cooking fee separate) – Service mood ranges from friendly to disengaged Notes: – Ambience/decor underwhelming for some; a few find the vibe uninviting – Several dishes skew sweet; some items oily – Inconsistent seafood descriptions (prawns served as small shrimp; “boneless” bangus arrived with bones); small crabs noted – Quality misses mentioned: tough … read full review

Wokeria Red Crab Pasta House — Fresh seafood. Fast plates. Quirky, shell-lined vibe. Casual Filipino seafood and pasta spot, P300–P800 per dish typical; whole crab is pricier/market-priced. Bundles available. Menu Highlights: – Garlic butter prawns/shrimp – Signature whole crab and crab pasta – Creamy seafood pasta – Sizzling seafood platter; sizzling gambas with a chili kick – Sinigang (pork/seafood), praised broth – Pancit with generous seafood toppings – Mango shake (sometimes comped during promos) Service Highlights: – Friendly, accommodating team; welcoming, hands-on vibe – Very fast turnaround (often 5–10 minutes) – Generous portions for the price – Fun, casual ambiance with crab shells covered in guest notes and celeb signatures – Staff can crack the whole crab for you Notes: – No air-conditioning; can feel uncomfortably warm inside – Crab dishes feel steep for some diners – Consistency concerns on some non-seafood items (e.g., crispy pata, honey butter chicken, stuffed squid) – A few mention small shrimp count in gambas and smaller sisig serving – One report of a hygiene lapse (hair in pork) and noisy staff behavior; quality control can vary – Review-for-free-mango-shake promo noted by diners Logistics: – Central location in Boracay’s D’Mall; easy to find Customers come … read full review

Tostachon Boracay — Crispy Cebu-style lechon. Taco-fusion fun. Chill, homey vibe. Casual Filipino–Mexican fusion, lechon-focused; mid-range pricing (around P200–P00 per person typical; 1 kg lechon ~P950 at the night market stall) Menu Highlights: – Cebu-style lechon (crispy skin, flavorful meat), with soy, vinegar, and chimichurri sauces – Tostadas Lechon and lechon tacos (Fil-Mex fusion “tostado” format) – Sizzling lechon with gravy – Sizzling squid – Seafood rice and garlic shrimp – Fresh oysters with chimichurri – Lechon lumpia; Pritchon silog rice bowl – Sisig – Ensaladang talong; empanadas Service Highlights: – Warm, accommodating staff; friendly and patient even when busy – Quick service; diners often seated and served fast – Cozy, relaxed atmosphere with good music; Filipino–Mexican vibe – Generous portions and good value for quality, per many diners Notes: – A few customers found the lechon inconsistent (skin too hard or meat a bit dry/bland unless with sauces) – One night market purchase mentioned too much fat and bones in the 1 kg order – Lechon can sell out early; some only got lechon via other dishes (e.g., sinigang) – Sinigang presentation praised, but flavor felt ordinary to some – Pricing perception varies: some say “affordable,” others note it’s … read full review

Two Seasons – Boracay — Four-cheese pizza star. Oyster sisig twist. Sunset beachfront vibes. Casual beachfront dining; whole pizzas around P800–P900; pricier than average per item. Menu Highlights: – Four Cheese Pizza — crisp crust, super cheesy; some note a touch of honey and heat – Oyster Sisig — crunchy, unique take; good for sharing – Gambas — plump, fresh shrimp; consistently praised – Calamari/Calamares — classic starter, good with the sauce – Fruit shakes/juices — big servings; mixed feedback on taste – Truffle pasta — balanced truffle flavor – Pancit bihon — surprisingly standout for some – Halo-halo — refreshing dessert – Liempo with java rice and Lechon Kawali — tender pork, satisfying Service Highlights: – Friendly, attentive servers who offer helpful recommendations – Generally quick service, even during busy hours, according to many diners – Beachfront seating with memorable sunset views – Can handle groups; good spot for casual meetings Notes: – Pricey for Boracay; some say more expensive than Manila mall restos – Oyster sisig quality feels inconsistent to a few; others love it – Pizza occasionally comes off a bit salty for some – Some find the oyster sisig too battered or “not oyster-forward” – Shakes/smoothies … read full review

Sababi Restaurant — Fresh seafood. Home-cooked flavors. Wallet-friendly gem. Casual “hole-in-the-wall” Filipino seafood; budget-friendly, reasonable pricing. Menu Highlights: – Garlic butter shrimp/prawn – Baked and steamed oysters – Chili crab and buttered crab – Baked scallops – Stuffed squid – Sinigang (including tanigue sinigang) – Tanigue kinilaw – Crayfish with butter garlic – Sisig – Fried fish and stir-fried kangkong Service Highlights: – Friendly, caring staff and hands-on owner – Simple, easy-to-navigate menu; quick, hassle-free ordering – Fresh seafood and generous portions – Honest, transparent pricing (no surprise bills) – Cold beer; relaxed, home-style vibe – Family-run feel that connects well with different guests Notes: – Small, humble, no-frills space; “hole-in-the-wall” atmosphere – Location can be tricky; some alleys have potholes/uncemented road and it’s a bit far from the main strip – One diner found the butter garlic prawn a bit sweet; chili crab heat was milder than expected – A guest wished there was background music Logistics: – Accepts credit cards – In-restaurant washrooms – Located along a side street/alleys; a short walk from the busier areas Customers come for the fresh, home-cooked seafood and fair pricing, and many end up returning multiple nights in a row. Dishes like … read full review