Senor Pollo, Tomas Morato Quezon City

When I’m in the North, I’d usually want to try food not offered in the South.  So in one of my North Saturdays, Jeremy and I tried Booky’s top pick of the month, Senor Pollo.

Senor Pollo is a modest place located in a compound of restaurants in F7 Rallos (Thanks to Waze we found the place!) and is owned by the same team as El Chupacabra and Mexicali.

F7 Rallos with Restaurants such as Senor Pollo, Kanin Club, Purple Oven and Uncle Moe's

Their menu was simple and straightforward, and the place was laid-back with a Latin feel.  They say to bring a big appetite when going to Senor Pollo so we did, and I was very excited to try their Roasted Chicken, as suggested. 

This first level is open air and houses their kitchen.  This is also where you order before going up the second floor, which is the dining area.

Senor Pollo's Menu Board

I liked the feel of the dining and bar area, which matched their Latin concept, with its brick walls, wooden furniture and creative murals and art.  Though it was quite a late lunch for us, the place was full.  The area can accommodate around 50 people (10 in the bar), and it was a good thing there was an available table for us so that we can enjoy our food more. 

Senor Pollo's Interior

Now, the food!  We both ordered their Senor Pollo Roast Quarter.  The roasted chicken was perfectly grilled seasoned with some citrus and spices.  The chicken itself is not that extraordinary, but once you add their Chimichurri, it goes to a different level!  I am not a food connoisseur, but I believe the Chimichurri is a mix of chopped garlic and parsley, which really enhances the flavor of their chicken giving it a tangy taste.  As it is not served in large quantities, my tip is not to save on it and order extra!

Every order of chicken has 2 options of side dishes, and we went for their Patatas Bravas, Latin Coleslaw, Spicy Rice and Cilantro Garlic Rice.  The Spicy Rice and Latin Coleslaw were the best side combination for me.  The Spicy Rice had the right amount of kick, while occasionally adding Latin Coleslaw, a fresh combination of cabbage and carrots, acts as a palate cleanser slightly sweeping the spice.

L: Quarter Roasted Chicken, Spicy Rice, Patatas Bravas and Chimichurri (P209)
R: Quarter Roasted Chicken, Cilantro Garlic Rice, Latin Coleslaw and Chimichurri (P209)

Tip: Go for the leg part if you want more taste, but go for the breast part if you’re too hungry and want a bigger part!  Better yet, just order a half chicken! J

It was an enjoyable Senor Pollo experience for us, and it is a definitely good value-for money find in the North!  Did I mention that their happy hour is from 4 to 7 pm where they serve local beer at P35 and selected cocktail drinks at P70?  J

I will definitely go back.  See you again, Senor Pollo!

-Jessamine

Average price per person: P250-400

https://www.facebook.com/senorpolloph

IG: senorpolloph

Operating Hours:

Monday to Sunday – 11:30 am to 12:00 am

F7 Building Scout Rallos Tomas Morato, Quezon City

(0977) 142-9372

Tatang's Boneless Lechon, BF Homes

When in Cebu, one should always have lechon!  At first, I didn’t think it would taste THAT different from the numerous lechon brands here in Manila, but when I tasted it… WOW!  It did taste uniquely delicious!  It tasted different because of the stuffing, which is the most prized part, and the way it is roasted—the traditional way.  This, I think, gives it more taste and spice.  That’s why Cebu lechon can be eaten even without any sauce!

The latest cuisine trend in Cebu is the boneless lechon.  Instead of slow-roasting a whole pig, the torso is deboned and infused with the same herbs and spices then roasted.  This is pure meat, all-belly, wrapped in crispy skin!  Yummmmm!  Also, this is value for money, as you pay for the kilo and can consume everything (no wasted kilos on bones!).

  

Roasting lechon belly

Can't wait to get my hands on them!

Now I’m craving for some!  Haha!  And guess what?  Good news is that we don’t have to fly to Cebu to answer our lechon-craving.  Tatang’s Extra Crispy Boneless Cebu Lechon is now available in Manila!  They have 3 branches located at: (1) Mindanao Avenue Quezon City, (2) Gilmore, and (3) my favorite branch, BF Homes, Las Pinas!

The BF Homes branch is owned by the lovely couple, Jeff and Lala Garcia.  I’m lucky to be part of the few who were able to try Tatang’s the day before it was opened to the public.  It was delicioso!  The meat was full of flavor with the right amount of spice (my favorite section was near the stuffing as this had the most flavor!), and the skin was crrrrrrrispy!

 

Tatang's Extra Crispy Boneless Cebu Lechon
P740 per kilo

They offer value meals for those going solo priced as low as P99 and also sell it by the kilo for groups who want it for sharing (starting at ¼ kilo, P740 per kilo).  This is definitely a good deal!

Aside from their regular and spicy lechon belly, they also have lechon flakes if you want some variety.  Oh, I also heard that they have new offerings coming!  Can’t wait to try these too! :)

Menu as of August 1, 2015

Aside from their al fresco casual dining, they take reservations for pick-up and also deliver within the Las Pinas, BF Homes Paranaque and Alabang area for a minimal fee (with a minimum order of P500).  Tatang’s has become one of our go-to favorites for lunch and dinner gatherings at home, and our guests always love it!

So what are you waiting for?  Dial any of the numbers below, and get to enjoy the taste of Tatang’s Lechon Belly!

Average price per person: P130-P200

Facebook: Tatangs-Boneless-Lechon

IG: tatangslechonbfhomes

Operating Hours:

Monday to Sunday – 11:00 am to 9 pm

El Grande Avenue cor. Tropical Avenue BF Homes, Las Pinas City

(0917) 881-4421

(02) 893-6773