The Bacolod Food Hunters

For Comfort Food at its finest in Bacolod come to Sitting Duck!  Imagine a duck, floating serenely on a lake but underneath the water, the duck’s feet are hard at work paddling.  This visual metaphor perfectly describes the restaurant.  Simple and elegant but behind it all is a lot of hard work.   The interior […]

There’s Premium Spanish wine now  in Bacolod!  Barcino Corporation, a leading importer of Spanish Wine and Deli products has teamed up with Tomador, a local Bacolod Company to bring their products of Wine, Cheese, Sausages and Ham to Bacolod City. We were invited to their wine tasting event at Delicioso to their wine tasting night. […]

On May 27, 2017 We went to the first Negros Grillfest and it was an awesome experience.  A grilling cornucopia of chicken inasal and all the grilled food from the best restaurants Bacolod had to offer.  You can still catch these awesome restaurants today, May 28 2017! So hurry on down and try the food […]

Eclipse Gym is the newest and coolest gym in Bacolod!  Eclipse Gym is fully air-conditioned and it has modern, brand new, equipment that will suit your every need. There are three major areas at Eclipse Gym.  The biggest area is the main area which houses the weights and the various fitness machines. For quick refreshments […]

Have you been to MINISO?  Newly launched in SM Bacolod North wing (beside the Cybercenter), this Japanese store offers low-price but high quality products to its customers.  It’s one of the most popular stores in SM – it is crowded with customers from the time it opens to closing time! MINISO was founded by Miyake […]

Taco Boy is a new Billiard Hall in Bacolod that mixes, coffee, beer and barbecue.  It is located in Barangay Villamonte along B.S Aquino drive.  This place is becoming quite popular with the locals for the food and for the billiard experience. Taco boy has a dining area decorated with vintage bicycles hanging on walls […]

Lamb chops, prime rib, smoked bacon – these things and a lot more delicious gourmet meat products are available in Bacolod from one very special place – Sant Jordi Meat Corner.  Run by the Schulze family, the meat processing started out as a hobby which quickly became a small business. Word spread of the steaks […]

Yakimix Bacolod has now opened!  We went on the second day of its opening and we  had an enjoyable experience but Yakimix was a bit crowded because of many other customers who wanted to try the latest, hottest restaurant in Bacolod City! Yakimix SM bacolod is open also on holidays. There is a wait to […]

It’s a weekend night and a group of young adults are hunched over a table, their foreheads furrowed in rapt attention.  Suddenly one of them shakes his hand and throws a couple of oddly shaped polyhedral dice onto the table.  Cheers erupt as the dice stop, strange symbols etched into the dice’s faces.  These people […]

Owl avenue cafe is a restaurant that is very appealing to students due to budget-friendly meals and it’s cute and appealing decorations.  Their newest branch is located on San Agustin Drive Bacolod City right beside Riverside Hospital. There’ a lot of owl decorations and owl related things inside Owl Avenue.  The owner loves owls and […]

Chubby’s Rib Shack – the popular Manila Rib restaurant is now open in Bacolod!  Chubby’s has partnered up with Buffalo’s Wings N’ Things to bring to Bacolod their awesome food platters and delicious wing combinations. Chubby’s Rib Shack shares the same location with Buffalo’s Wings N Things so if you want to try their new and […]

Do you want your business to be easily found on the internet?  Do you want your business listed on Google – the biggest search engine on the world?  We’re here to teach you guys the quick and easy way to get your business visible on Google Maps.  This is a tutorial for people who don’t […]

Is your business in need of customers?  Here’s a guide on how to advertise your business on Facebook!  It’s easy and fast – all you need is your smartphone and a Facebook account! Advertising on Facebook is the best way to quickly reach a lot of customers. A lot of people use Facebook and Facebook […]

Is your business not doing well?  Is your restaurant needing customers?  Here’s a quick and simple guide to using Facebook to promote your business in Bacolod! Step 1. Create a Business Page for your establishment. Just like a physical store, your Facebook page is the FACE or your storefront in the online world.  To get […]

It was a dark and rainy evening and The Bacolod Food Hunters were present at the opening of a very special art exhibit at the House of Frida.   We were there for the opening of the Dream Toys exhibit – a special art event showing the fantastic talents of  sculptor Mark Juaniza – A very […]

There’s a new place in Bacolod that mixes Food and Art.  It’s an interesting concept to have an art gallery along with a restaurant.  That’s what Tacoritto: Food and art is all about. Tacoritto’s owner is  Rafael Parderna, a famous local artist.  Mr. Paderna loves to eat and so with his wife decided to set […]

Juliana’s Cafe & Resto is a restaurant in Bacolod that opened during the Christmas rush of 2016.  In the hustle and bustle of the Christmas rush, Juliana’s opening went largely unnoticed by the public except for us – the ever vigilant Bacolod Food Hunters who are always on the look-out for new and exciting restaurants! […]

Pizzaro Bacolod is a chain of restaurants that mixes together Italian Pizza, Korean and Filipino food.  This combination of cultures and dishes is what makes Pizzaro truly unique – There’s something for everyone! Pizzaro first started out in Goldenfield’s commercial complex and now has three branches in Bacolod.   Their latest branch is located at the […]

C’s Cafe in L’Fisher has come up with new sandwich creations which are so extremely delicious that we had to write about them! Head Pastry Chef Denis Laumone felt the need to have sandwiches on the C’s Cafe menu as a pleasantly savory counterpoint to the luscious cakes and pastries that C’s offers. He created […]

Cool off from the hot tropical sun with awesome ice cold drinks and shaved ice desserts at Bacolod’s newest cool spot:  Ice Avenue Cafe! Ice Avenue Cafe is located at Door #3, Hilado Building, Lacson Street – beside Bites and Booze, Dojo 8 Coworking Spaces and Teerah Spa.  It is extremely popular among students for […]

Whenever you hear the word “Pub” the very first thing that you’d associate with that word is “beer.” And yet in Bacolod, there’s this one surprising Pub that specializes more in “dinner” than “drinking”.  It’s the amazing Market Pub! The Market Pub is Located inside the Market Place near Bacolod’s New Government Center.  It’s a […]

What’s old is new again as the newly renovated Quan La Salle opens it doors to the public!   All of your favorite Quan products are here in their lovely new branch that has a striking new appearance! The main branch located at #3 La Salle Avenue Bacolod city contains both a nice little cafe/dining […]

Come and visit the new watering hole in Bacolod that is literally making waves. Manhattan’s Fleet Gastro Pub is now open!  We visited on a cloudy afternoon right during opening time to experience their great food, beer and ambiance. Manhattan’s Fleet Gastro pub offers the widest selection of beers in Bacolod as well as a […]

If you’re looking for a great burger fix look no further than Gunny’s All American burgers.  Tucked away on C.L. Montelibano Avenue beside the La Salle elementary gate, Gunny’s is Bacolod’s best hamburger restaurant due to its authenticity, value for money and great American themed food.  Gunny’s All American burgers was established by Gene Jackson […]

For milennia, man has looked to the skies and dreamed of flying up and away into that infinite sea of blue.  With the progress of technology and the advance of mechanical engineering it is now possible to enjoy that dream of flying in your very own back yard. In Bacolod City, a group of enthusiasts […]

We’re always on the look out for new and interesting restaurants for our readers- and this time our latest food find is Bodega Grill! The inside of the restaurant is very simple but clean and functional.  There is limited seating so be sure to come early if you are coming on the weekends to avoid […]

In Talisay City, Negros Occidental – there’s a little store/restaurant that draws crowds of students and adults.  The adults come for pasalubong and treats while the students come for the inexpensive meals and to hang out. Meet Kitchen Happiness (VTN Food products) – the brainchild of two partners – Vivien Mae J. Canja and Teodoro Niel L. Nicol. […]

Bypass Bistro is a new restaurant located at The Billboards – corner BS Aquino and Lacson Streets.  This restaurant was created by a group of friends who decided to go into the restaurant business.  They have some interesting concepts and ideas – trying to elevate the standard bar and pub food into something more classy. […]

PASPIZ is a new restaurant in Bacolod that serves Pasta and Pizza at affordable prices. It is the brainchild of former BACA culinary school instructor Uwe Markow.  Uwe thought it would be a great idea to bring together two things that Bacolenos love.  Pizza and Pasta. It’s a small restaurant.  It’s perfect for merienda/snacks.   […]

  We’re proud to bring to you today an interview with one of Bacolod’s finest digital artists and illustrators – Ramon Puasa JR. Ramon skillfully blends traditional painting with technology and creates beautiful fantasy illustrations for clients overseas. Ramon, a.k.a Monztre is best known for his illustrations in several international award winning card games and video […]

Lonely Planet is one of the world’s most trusted and best selling travel guides. During the creation of their 12th edition travel guide to the Philippines they visited Bacolod and awarded three restaurants with a prestigious star. Among these restaurants who received their star rating is 365 Modern Cafe. 365 Modern Cafe is a simple, […]

People drive by – stop to look and gawk.  Crowds throng the street snapping pictures. What is it that they’re looking at?  The wonderfully decorated house of Jerry Sy! This amazing Christmas display begins from 6pm-10pm.  The lights enchant and dazzle the crowds. People stop to stare. It’s simply magical!   The Display is Awesome. […]

Sabor Bisaya is back!  It’s a major food expo and cooking contest that brings together participants and contestants from all over the Visayas!  Restaurateurs and food enthusiasts will surely go wild over the cooking ingredients, kitchen equipment, spices and food all being showcased in Sabor bisaya’s venue – SM Bacolod SMX convention center!  Sabor Bisaya […]

SM Bacolod is currently holding a foodie event – The first Negros Gourmet Experience which runs from june 12-14. The event was set up in the north wing parking lot (outside Krispy Kreme)  and it was a lot of fun! The organizers really made sure that the area is fun and conducive to dining.   […]

“Hey, Bacolod Food Hunters – what are the best restaurants in Bacolod?” For us, that is a very difficult question to answer.  You see – we hate making lists. Restaurant dining experiences vary from people to people. For example, A person might enjoy dining out in a non-air conditioned restaurant while others might not. We […]

We’re proud to announce that Saigon Cafe has undergone a metamorphosis and like a phoenix – transformed itself to the new Rau Ram Cafe! Owned and managed by Sylvia Gerangue, the new Rau Ram cafe is just located across the street from the old location of Saigon Cafe – and the new place solves a lot of […]

Fatboy’s has expanded and opened a new branch along 6th street.  This restaurant was wildly popular in their old location and now they’ve put up a new place that can accommodate a lot of diners! What is amazing is the new specialties that Fatboy’s offers.  Here are some of what they offer. Their signature dish […]

Twenty Six Herb Garden is a new store/restaurant located on Sixth street, Bacolod City.  It offers fresh organic vegetables, fruits and herbs from farmers all over Negros. Twenty Six Herb Garden recently opened and I was proud to be there and see what they had to offer.       I chatted with the owner, […]

Kuya J is a new restaurant in Bacolod located at the new SM wing. This restaurant’s premise is that it tries to emulate the food a big brother would cook for a younger brother – a dish served with love and care. Kuya J’s food is really awesome and a welcome addition to the many food […]

We first discovered the amazing spring rolls (lumpia) of CoCo Jen’s when my friend brought in a box of fresh lumpia to work. Now I really dislike the usual fresh lumpia because they usual thing is always put hearts of palm (ubod) in it and really, it gets old fast. But CoCo Jen’s Chinese Lumpia is amazing!  When i […]

Coffee lovers rejoice! a new Korean coffee shop has just opened in Bacolod City!  It’s the awesome Tom N Tom’s Coffee! According to their statement: TOM N TOMS COFFEE is a professional coffee franchise brand and an international coffee shop leader which strives to satisfy customers with the rich taste and aroma of high quality […]

Martin of the Bacolod Food Hunters was invited to the opening of the latest Pan De Sal Express Branch. Pan de Sal Express is one of those really nice bakeries that  have very strict quality control over their bread unlike tiny local bakeries that you see here and there.  They work clean and use top […]

The Bacolod Food Hunters recieved a tip from one of their friends that there was a Korean restaurant in Bacolod that combined art and paintings by local Negrense artists with Korean Food.  It was a saturday night and we had really wanted to go to Sodam korean restaurant (also recommended to us by a friend) […]

Red Basil Thai is a cute tiny restaurant located near Saint Scholastica’s academy.  Although it is tiny, the restaurant is tastefully decorated and it has a very pleasant atmosphere. The Bacolod food hunters went to have dinner at Red Basil Thai.  As soon as we were seated, we immediately began to ask the waiter about […]

Today the Bacolod Food Hunters have a special guest blogger who will be helping us write about her favourite restaurant!  It’s little cousin Aya and her article is about Ice Cream at Kuppa.   Kuppa The Bacolod Food Hunters headed to Kuppa because the little ones wanted some Gelato.  When we got there it was […]

It seems that a lot of people in Bacolod really love their burgers.  We’ve gotten so many comments and e-mails about hamburgers in Bacolod!  Well, for those who love their hamburgers, we’ve got a very special restaurant for you. Tio Sid’s Burger is located on Bacolod’s 21’st street at 21 Food park.  Like most restaurants […]

Pamilya Grill is one of those restaurants that the Bacolod Food Hunters love to write about.  The restaurant’s advertising is limited to mainly word-of-mouth and is located in quiet Eroreco subdivision.  The restaurant itself is a small house which the Paura family converted to an open air restaurant. The inside of the restaurant is very […]

The Bacolod Food Hunter’s car was looking a bit dusty so the Bacolod Food Hunters decided that it needed a wash.  The Hunter selected for this job was Martin! Martin groaned because he gets bored really easily and waiting while the car gets washed is not his idea of a fun time.  It was a […]

This article was made possible by the kind sponsorship of Dr. P.R.M, the newest member of  the Bacolod Food hunters. The island of Negros is blessed with abundant natural resources and surrounded by clean blue sea.  It is not surprising then that seafood restaurants are popular in Bacolod.  Tourists and locals alike enjoy the delicious […]

As The Bacolod Food hunters drove by the University of Saint Lasalle their attention was drawn towards a group of people surrounding a vendor’s food cart.   The Bacolod Food Hunters parked their car a few feet away and as they walked towards the cart, they noticed people walking away with brown paper bags and munching […]