Finally, the number one on the list is a quaint heritage house that has served food and bore witness to countless weddings, baptisms, and other events and celebrations since the 1920s. Guevarra’s by Chef Laudico is one of the most prominent restaurants in San Juan City and for good reasons.
The man behind the creations is a renowned celebrity chef with decades of training and accolade, Roland Laudico. A house turned into a restaurant, Guevarra’s has a charming façade and lovely interiors that make the dining experience all the better.
Of course, Guevarra’s wouldn’t be on the list if not for its food! Treat your taste buds with the best of modern and traditional Filipino fare. Bite into the crispy, sinfully tasty bagnet or delve into the glistening goodness of their special Angus roast. Chef Laudico’s Bicol express (pork stew in coconut milk and cream) is also a must-try and lets yourself get transported to Albay—a province in Luzon where the dish originated—with a spoonful!
Their sweet offerings are also a must-try, especially their take of the simple suman (rice cake) served covered in coconut shavings topped with mango coulis. The sought-after Guevarra’s bibingka (rice cake cooked in clay pots) is only served during the holidays so be sure to check it out if you’re visiting during the Christmas season in the Philippines, which starts as early as September!
