A few days into the month of hearts and couples are likely looking for a place where they can have a special dinner on that special day. While Cebu has a good number of restaurants to choose from, these places are expected to be full on the 14th. This is particularly true with restaurants located within the city since the February 14 is not a legal holiday. Anyway, we came up with a list of new and relatively-new places you can consider spending Valentine's Day with your partner.
The Pyramid
The Pyramid
The Pyramid – image source: The Pyramid Facebook Page
The Pyramid has gradually picked up a good following after it opened at the Cebu IT Park on March 17, 2017. Its Louvre-inspired design makes it stand out among all the structures in the area. The place offers a good selection of food and wine for its customers. You may think you will spend a fortune at The Pyramid, but the items on their menu are reasonably-priced. The place also offers promotions for special events and occasions, such as Valentine’s Day.
The Pyramid – image source: The Pyramid Facebook Page
The Pyramid offers soups, salads, burgers, steaks, pasta, and pizza, among others. Prices of their food offerings start at PHP145 for the Perfectly Roasted Squash up to PHP630 for the Ostrich Steak. The Pyramid is located along West Geonzon Road, Cebu IT Park.
Bharat Spice
Bharat Spice
Bharat Spice – image source: baktincorporation.com
If your idea of a date on Valentine’s Day is eating authentic Indian food with your loved one, you may want to consider going to Bharat Spice. The place is unlike other places offering Indian food since it does not have the usual pictures of tourist spots in India or Bollywood tunes playing in the background. The food itself makes the place authentically Indian. They make use of ingredients similar to the ones you find in India.
Bharat Spice – image source: Kiat Cebu Facebook Page
Bharat Spice offers a number of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, soups, kebabs, roti, rice, and biryani. The food items offered at the place are between PHP50 for the Roasted Papad and PHP550 for the Roasted Mutton. Bharat Spice is located along Jose Maria del Mar Street, Cebu IT Park.
Top of Cebu
Top of Cebu
Top of Cebu – image source: Top of Cebu Facebook Page
Couples looking to spend a romantic evening with a panoramic view of the city, the Top of Cebu would be the place to spend Valentine’s Day. Located in the mountains of Busay, the Top of Cebu is ideal for watching the sun setting over the horizon while waiting for the lights of the city illuminate the night. The place features a multi-level dining area, which allows guests to have a romantic evening with their loved ones.
Top of Cebu – image source: Top of Cebu Facebook Page
The menu at the Top of Cebu offers a good selection of Filipino and international dishes, including Adobo Flakes, Spring Rolls, T-Bone Steak, and Osso Bucco ni Lola. Prices of these dishes start at PHP60 for the Balut ala Royale up to PHP1,200 for the Porterhouse Steak. The Top of Cebu is located in Busay, Cebu City. It is situated right beside Tops Lookout.
Providore Cebu
Providore Cebu
Providore Cebu – image source: Providore Cebu Facebook Page
Couples looking to get away from the crowds in many restaurants without having to go far can consider spending Valentine’s Day at Providore Cebu. The restaurant is the in-house restaurant of the Summit Galleria Hotel, Cebu. Providore Cebu also provides for all the food and beverage needs of the hotel. The place also offers artisanal food items guests may want to bring home with them.
Providore Cebu – image source: Providore Cebu Facebook Page
Providore Cebu offers a good selection of Filipino and international dishes, including salads, pasta, sandwiches, and grilled items. The place also has a buffet for couples who may want to fill their stomachs to the brim on this special day. The menu items at the restaurant are priced between PHP150 for the Bacon Clam Chowder Soup in Bread Bowl and PHP695 for the Decadent Bone Marrow Burger. Providore Cebu is located on the ground floor of Summit Galleria Hotel, Cebu.
Cocina de la Casa
Cocina de la Casa
Cocina de la Casa – image source: Cocina de la Casa Facebook Page
Cocina de la Casa is an unassuming restaurant located close to the center of the city. Its homey ambiance belies the elegant culinary creations of Chef Stephen Aznar who brings a wealth of experience with him. The menu items at the restaurant are based on the age-old recipes of his first mentor, Nena Garcia. Aside from showcasing Cebuano heritage cuisine, the restaurant also serves as a mini-gallery featuring the artworks of a number of talented Cebuano artists.
Cocina de la Casa – image source: Cocina de la Casa Facebook Page
Cocina de la Casa mainly offers Filipino cuisine, particularly Cebuano dishes. In addition, the flair of Chef Stephen also reveals itself on the dishes offered at the restaurant. Some of the dishes offered at the place include Local Cheese in Basil Infused Oil, Prawn and Pomelo Salad, Pan Seared Emperor Beam, and Nena’s Tripeless Callos. Prices of the items start at PHP125 for the Curried Squash Soup up to PHP695 for the Loma de Bacalao with Japanese Rice. Cocina de la Casa is located along A. Morales Street, Cebu City. This is the street behind Harold’s Hotel.
These are just five places you can consider spending a romantic lunch or dinner with your loved one during Valentine’s Day.
These are just five places you can consider spending a romantic lunch or dinner with your loved one during Valentine’s Day.
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