Gerarda's Place Cpg - Tagbilaran

I had lunch at this restaurant, and they offer delicious food, though the prices are a bit on the upscale side.

The food here is fantastic! We enjoyed almost everything, except for the leche flan, which had more of a candy flavor rather than the traditional eggy taste of a flan. However, the fish fillet, garlic chicken, and bam-i pancit were all delicious. Even the corn soup and sinigang na hipon were scrumptious. The portion sizes are generous, making the prices very reasonable. We ordered the meal plan for 10 people, and we even had leftovers to take home!

The ambiance was superb; it evoked a sense of nostalgia that brought back long-forgotten memories of my grandparents.

This restaurant is definitely a family-friendly spot, as the food is designed for sharing. However, since I was dining alone, I decided to order just one dish: Dinakdakan. At first, I was skeptical about the taste, but to my surprise, it was delicious! The staff had recommended it when I inquired, and I’m glad I took their suggestion. I have no regrets. Additionally, when the music starts playing, the staff gets up and dances to entertain the guests, which adds a fun atmosphere to the experience.

Unfortunately, the interior design leaves much to be desired. The aesthetics feel mismatched, with a general theme reminiscent of masculine 80s hotel lobbies—think earth tones, a wood and metal combination, and various models of cars and trains adorning the walls. Compounding the confusion, there are scale models of tourist attractions mixed in, and one wall features a mural of an underwater scene that seems better suited for a gaudy resort than a restaurant. The dining layout is also questionable. Guests are directed to the far side of the restaurant, in a closed-off area that is air-conditioned but distanced from the entrance and main hall. This means that if you're standing outside looking in through the glass, you might mistakenly think the restaurant is empty due to no diners being visible in the main area. Lastly, the restaurant does not offer WiFi and lacks sufficient parking space.