Maranao Food Stall – Halal food in Bacolod City.

Muslim food – Halal food in Bacolod City! Get it at Maranao Eatery!

The Maranao people, living in the Philippines, proudly carry a rich Muslim heritage. With their distinct culture and strong ties to Islam, the Maranao have a history woven with vibrant traditions, artistry, and faith. Their unique customs and devotion to their beliefs have shaped their identity and continue to influence their lives, making the Maranao a remarkable and integral part of the Philippines’ diverse tapestry. Now you can taste their food at a special stall in Bacolod City!

Maranao eatery is a stall in Plaza Mart Bacolod City that has Chicken Pastil, Tuna Pastil, Piaparan and many more Muslim Maranao dishes! Super delicious, spicy and healthy! But what are these dishes? Read more below!

Chicken Pastil – this is a dish made of shredded spicy chicken on a bed of steamed rice cooked with turmeric and wrapped in a Banana leaf. Only 30 PESOS – but it is super filling. This is the most POPULAR item at Maranao eatery.

Chicken Piaparan – This is the first time we’ve ever tried this dish – it’s Chicken cooked with curry, spices and dried COCONUT MEAT! Super tasty and healthy. Just 50 PESOS a serving! You can taste the Indonesian culinary influences in the food!

Badak – these are curried vegetables, jackfruit and other stuff all cooked up!

Total budget for a lunch of two – only 150 pesos

We love finding little hole in the wall, hidden gems like these! It’s nice to know that awesome places like this exist in Bacolod City!

Article made possible by hunter: NORMAN HABLO who brought us to this place.

How to get here – Easiest way is to enter plaza mart through the dona manuela entrance (san juan street) and go straight until you reach the eateries. Best time to go is during lunchtime! They’re closed on Sundays!