Why I keep going back to Figaro

Figaro Coffee Company is one those places that not only serves a good cup of java but also healthy, mouthwatering food at reasonable prices, the reason it's one of my favorites. That's even with the opening of new coffee and milk tea shops nowadays. Well, I am just reminded that I haven't tried Figaro's milk tea drinks yet, 
which is another reason to visit again soon! 
My kids and I have visited their branches along Banawe St. in Quezon City (my preferred store because of the relaxing ambiance!) and at Robinsons 
Place Manila numerous times and I'm surprised to realize 
I haven't shared about it in my blog! 
What do we love at Figaro aside from coffee? The salads, pasta, sandwiches, rice 
meals and cakes! It would have been easier to say everything, I know! I don't 
remember ordering something that I didn't particularly like at 
Figaro, except for one (find out later!). 

What we've had so far:

Asian Chicken Salad, P219.
This is my top fave salad at Figaro. The medley of colors makes this healthy plate so yummy and appetizing. And the slices of chicken make this one pass as a complete meal in itself, especially if you're cutting down on carbs. It's filling! The sweet and tangy Asian sauce makes this salad a feast for the taste buds. 

Mexican Taco Salad, P225.
A hit among the kids and the kids at heart! It's ok to let the young ones enjoy 
the corn chips as long as they eat the veggies too. 😊

Greek Roka Salad, P219.
Reminds me of the waldorf salad at a fast food chain. I love 
candied walnuts with my greens! 

Pasta a la Carlo, P235.
I could say this is not the usual pasta you can order at restaurants. This dish has 
some unique flavors that go well together. It's sweetish, 
savory, a bit sour, and overall delicious. 

Italian Meatball Bolognese, P235.
The closest my big-little boy could get to spaghetti and he had no complaints! 

Gourmet Spanish Chorizo Pasta, P285.
Another pasta dish that's uniquely Figaro's. Loved this delish filling treat as well.

Five Cheese and Garlic Pizza, P225.
A simple yet tasty treat I would love to have anytime. I'm a huge fan of both 
cheese and garlic so this pizza is tops for me!

Gourmet Spanish Chorizo Cubana, P275.

This is an awesome plate with a really good meat dish and is offered as all-day breakfast. Who doesn't love fried bananas and egg? 

Lemon Butter Fish Fillet, P249.
A simple fish meal that's nevertheless a delight to the taste buds. This is an 
Executive Lunch Set that comes with lemonade and dessert. 

French Mushroom Omelette, P225.

A light meal if it's all you want. However, this was really light because there 
weren't a lot of mushrooms in my serving. And you may have noticed 
that the salad looks rather lonely. Boo-hoo! This was the only time 
I didn't get to enjoy my order at Figaro.

Figaro Club Croissant Sandwich, P225.
This was a huge, tasty and filling meal. With a side of potato chips to enjoy.

BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich, P280.
Flavorful pulled pork with healthy alfalfa and lettuce, sandwiched in between 
two slices of batard bread and served with potato chips. 
My daughter loved this one. 

Mango Cheesecake
Thumbs up to this one's flavor, texture and sweetness that's not overpowering. 
I thought, however, that some fresh mango slices on top would be wonderful. 

Mocha Cappuccino Cake
I ordered this in 2017 but it's currently not available anymore. This was 
as good as it sounds. Mocha? Cappuccino? Count me in! 

Cafe Latte, (small, P120.)
When you want an espresso-based cup of joe but want to pare down the strong kick, have it with some milk like this one has. 

Brewed Coffee, (small, P95.)

My poison, as always. Something to jolt me awake on a lazy aftie! 

Iced Matcha Green Tea Latte (medium, P165.)
One of my son's favorite cold drinks.

Matcha Green Tea Latte (small, P145.)

My daughter's choice. She loves
 Figaro's version for being creamy with just the right sweetness

Caramel Frappe (medium, P165.)
Kids love sweet things, don't they? My son once ordered 
this and said it was good.

Salad and Sandwich Combo, P195.
This was my latest order at the new Figaro Sun Mall branch in Quezon City. I had the Chicken Waldorf sandwich and Asian Salad, washed down with cafe latte. The sandwich was awesome with really tasty filling. I was just a little sad that there 
was no latte art in my cup of joe. Sob, sob.. 

At the second level of my favorite Figaro branch along Banawe St. 
in Quezon City. Look how cozy and homey this nook is!

Love Figaro too? What are your favorites? But if you haven't been to any of its numerous branches (a total of 90, folks, worldwide), haul off yourself there 
soon, won't you, and enjoy good coffee and a myriad 
of delicious dishes and desserts. 
Happy eating! 

Note: Prices are from current menu posted on Zomato.

AMC Sizzling Palace at Fisher Mall

There's a Mediterranean food place at Fisher Mall that I've been visiting and that's aside from Mister Kabab. Haha! There is this restaurant tucked away in a far end corner of the mall that I got curious about so I tried it then came back two more times. It's called AMC Sizzling Palace and if I remember it right, it comes after Adobo Connection at the second level. It's the last locator in that part of the mall 
and is quite inconspicuous. 

However, their Chicken Biryani floored me for having all the right flavors at the right amount and the serving was quite huge, it would fill you up to the brim! My orders on my next visits were less spectacular though, so it's still the 

biryani that is etched in my mind.

Chicken Biryani, P165.
Delicious and filling! Definitely worth going back for.

Shawarma Sandwich, P75.
The meat was quite tough and lacking in flavors.

Hummus (with pita bread), P135.
The hummus was quite good although a bit bland. And the serving is generous!

AMC Sizzling Palace at the 2nd floor of Fisher Mall in Quezon City

If you love Mediterranean food, go find AMC Sizzling Palace at Fisher Mall, guys. But if you're craving for Pinoy food such as bulalo and pansit, you might want to go there too, because they also serve it and based on some reviews I've read, they're quite good at making our favorite comfort foods as well. I would love to have 

a good sip of hot bulalo soup next time. 

Happy eating, folks!

Lechon feast for everyone at Lechon Haus

Lechon, that golden, glorious-looking whole roasted pig is no doubt the star of 
any feast whether we Pinoys are celebrating Christmas, a town fiesta, 
birthday, or practically any occasion. But at around P5,000 for the 
smallest pig, not anyone can afford it. 
Good thing there's now Lechon Haus, a casual restaurant that serves delicious lechon at a very affordable price. It's been my go-to place on those times that I'm craving for lechon, especially its crunchy, crackling skin. They serve other Pinoy food favorites too such as pancit, sisig and halo-halo. And they offer unli-rice, which could be the reason I see many students dining at their store in SM Manila, which is the only branch I've gone to. Young ones do eat a lot of rice! (Like I also used to. Haha!) 
These are what I've had at Lechon Haus:

Lechon Belly with rice 

Tender, juicy meat and crackling skin. Love, love, love! 

Half-Half (lechon belly with chicken and rice)

If you're craving for lechon but want chicken, too, fret not 'coz you can have both 
in a single order. It's a steal at just P149.!

Sizzling Pork Sisig with rice

I'm not a fan of sisig but decided to try this one time. It's juicy and flavorful but because I love all things spicy, I put in some chili for some zing. 
Thumbs up for this pork Sisig! 

Garlic Kangkong
This is the only veggie dish on the menu and a good one at that. I love garlic, especially the toasted bits sprinkled on top. This dish, although simple, is flavor-packed. Good to have as side dish for any of the meat and seafood 
(they have Buttered Shrimps!) dish. 

 Menu

Interiors

Lechon Haus at the third level of SM City Manila 


Lechon Haus currently has 19 branches nationwide. Aside from the one at SM City Manila, they also have stores at other major malls (mostly SM) in some key cities. 
Visit one near you when you're having the lechon feels. 
Happy feasting!