Boracay restaurants and food
Get fresh fish barbacued minutes after being caught
Those who like to dine in style will be in their element on Boracay, and there is certainly no shortage of excellent restaurants to choose from here. While lovers of fresh seafood will be able to grab a seat at one of the restaurants that line the beach and dine on muscles, baked oysters and fish while watching the sunset, other restaurants serve hearty portions of Filipino specialities such as roast suckling pig.
Whereas many of the restaurants on Boracay offer gourmet food and service, they are also excellent value as seafood buffets can be scored for just US$5 per head. However, standards do vary between restaurants and it is best to ask around for recommendations or consult our up to date guide to the best the island has to offer.
Recommended Boracay restaurants
The Dining Hall at Royal Park Hotel: The Dining Hall here offers a large selection of traditional Filipino, Korean and Chinese dishes for less than US5$, making this is a good place for groups of people with different tastes to dine. (2F Royal Park Resort, Boat Station 1, Balabag) $$
Manana: Lovers of authentic Mexican cuisine will want to check out this excellent restaurant, which is famed for its tacos and tostadas. (Boat Station 1, White Beach, Boracay) $$$
Big Mamas Pinoy Hotpot & Grill: A great place to sample traditional Filipino cuisine, this cheap and cheerful restaurant specialises in dishes such as porksilog sinangag and itlog. $
Jony’s: One of the best places on Boracay to sit and sip a refreshing fruit shake, Jony’s also serves hearty portions of Mexican fare. (White Beach) $
Aria Restaurant: One of the island’s best Italian restaurants, Aria Restaurant offers visitors the chance to dine in style on a wide range of authentic dishes, including pasta and hand-tossed pizza. (D’ Mall, White Beach, Station 2, Boracay) $$$$
Lemon Café: Those with a sweet tooth are sure to be satisfied with the menu at Lemon Café, which includes their famous lemon tart and chocolate peanut butter mousse. (The Mall Plaza, White Beach) $$
Price guide
$ – dishes under $3; quart of beer $1; whiskey shot $1.50;cocktails $2
$$ – dishes $3-10; quart of beer $1.50; whiskey shot $2; cocktails $2.50
$$$ – dishes $10-20; quart of beer $2; whiskey shot $2.50; cocktails $3
$$$$ – dishes over $20; quart of beer $3; whiskey shot $4; cocktails $5
Ole Bar and Restaurant: Spanish, Mexican and Cuban cuisine are all the rage here, and dishes are reasonably priced at US$10 or less. (D’ Mall, White Beach, Station 2) $$
Mama’s Bar, Restaurant and Chill-Out Lounge: Those who crave German and Austrian cuisine will be able to tuck into plates of scnitzl, goulasch and rinsahrouladen at this warm at welcoming restaurant. (Main Road, across Grand Vista, Yapak) $$
Kasbah: Famed for their lamb tagine and gamabas marocain, this restaurant is the perfect place to dine in style. (White Beach, Station 1) $$$
Fishbar: Serving up large portions of battered fish and chips, this restaurant is particularly popular with British tourists. (D’Mall Plaza, White Beach, Station 2) $$
Nigi Nigi: Situated along the edge of the beach, visitors can tuck into plates of English or Asian food here while gazing out at the ocean. (White Beach, Boat Station 2, Boracay) $$
Valhalla Steakhouse: Those who want to sink their teeth into a juicy steak will be delighted by the selection of goodies available here as well as the excellent service. (D’Mall Plaza, White Beach, Station 2) $$$
Café del Sol: Offering an air of sophistication to the Beachfront area, this modern café specialises in dishes such as pastrami with roasted vegetables and cheese, coffee, cakes and shakes. (D’ Mall, Beachfront, White Beach, Station 2) $$
Dos Mestizos: Lovers of Spanish cuisine will want to try the paella here, while the restaurant is also famed for their mouth-watering blue cheese croquettes. (Behind the Tourist Center, White Beach) $$$
Seoul Mini Restaurant: Authentic yet reasonably priced Korean food is the order of the day here, which is ideal for adventurous diners. (White Beach, Station 2, Boracay) $
