Still in Coron series: 2nd time around food trip edition!

After enjoying my coffee in Coffee Kong, had the chance to go a bit farther because TripAdvisor recommended in its top 10 list, Santino's Grill. We had to take a tricycle and traveled 20-30 minutes away. Trike drivers didn't even know it except when they were informed that it's near where the cheap cashews are bought.

Love the natural feeling

Santino's Grill is an alfresco restaurant complimentary to its Filipino-interior theme. I love it inside although I could've appreciated it more in daylight. :)

When in this restaurant, Baby Back Ribs (half-slab/ full-slab) at Php 300/ 500 is a must. Said yes to mashed potato instead of rice. The mashed potato was good! Baby back ribs was in a generous serving but it's a bit sweet for my liking. But it has to be said that the ribs were cooked well: tender and good.

Hi there, baby!

Also had Bulalo perfect for a nippy night in Coron. Their Bulalo is okay but not as good as that in Tagaytay. It's good to note the generous serving, though.

For the night so cold :D

Ambiance is relaxing. Food was okay but wasn't impressed. Service is slow. 

Santino's Grill is located at:

Tagumpay,

Coron, 

Palawan

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Tuesday, December 15, 2015

The island of Coron is blessed with divine beaches, pristine waters and amazing dive/ snorkeling sites. Three years after, I'm glad to see that its town proper is still as rustic and as simple as it can be: no malls, no big grocery stores, no fast food or coffee chains. 

That's what I love about this little piece of heaven on earth: beautiful yet unassuming. Second time around, having more time to explore the town, I was able to enjoy some of its unique coffee shops and restaurants. Thanks to TripAdvisor, learned that Coffee Kong is good and near the hotel. 

Night-cap

Small but comfy

The place is just small but I love their Banana Choco Frappe at Php 160. It's my first time to try banana as my drink with my favorite chocolate and happily, it did not disappoint. The price, as the sole coffee shopt in town if I'm not mistaken, is priced for tourists. Ala say, Starbucks but enjoyed this more. 

Wi-fi connection is better here too than in my hotel.

Good way to seal the night with sweetness!

Coffee Kong is located at:

Brgy. 5, National Highway, 

Coron, Palawan,

Philippines

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Saturday, December 12, 2015