Top 10 Subic Restaurants to Dine For

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Subic restaurants offer unique and scrumptious dishes that one should try while travelling with family, friends and loved ones. 

It was during Covid19 when I decided to stay here in Subic and from what I’ve experienced, this place is amazing in terms of nature, adventures and at the same time new food and restaurants to eat. 

Without further ado, I have listed 10 restaurants in no particular order that you might want to visit when you are in Subic.

I would also rate these restaurants from 1 to 5, as 5 being the highest according to price, taste, service and ambiance. Just a disclaimer, I am not a food expert or critic, I just want to share my experience so that I could give you a glimpse of what to expect on these restaurants.

1. CAMBUSA BISTRO
2. BEN’S KITCHEN
3. SEFINA’S BAKERY and CAFÉ
4. MAGIC LAGOON
5. EXTREMELY EXPRESSO
6. SANDS RESTO GRILL
7. TEXAS JOE’S HOUSE OF RIBS
8. COCOLIME
9. PIRATES BISTRO
10. RALI’S RESTAURANT

1. SUBIC YACHT CLUB – CAMBUSA BISTRO

Cambusa Bistro is the main restaurant at Subic Yacht Club that offers casual dining experience and mouthwatering fusion of modern Italian and Asian cuisine.

• AMBIANCE: 5 points

Honestly, “wow” is my first impression for the ambiance of this restaurant. It is a “wow” because Cambusa Bistro is inside the Subic Yacht Club hotel where you will be able to see the yachts and the stunning Marina view.

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The restaurant is also simple yet homie. There is not much decorations, it’s majestic view and comfortable table setting does it all.

I’ve visited this place twice and I have no qualms that this is a perfect restaurant for family and friends gathering or even a romantic date night.

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• PRICE: 4.8 points

For the price, it is not that very expensive. For a price range of PHP 250 to 350 ($5-7), you will be able to have pasta, noodle or a healthy salad. It is affordable for me as they have big serving good for sharing.

• TASTE: 4.8 points

Margherita Pizza, Seafood Linguine, Pancit Canton and Crispy Chicken Sandwich is a must try food to eat in Cambusa Bistro.

Though their All Meat Pizza is the best seller, we tried their Margherita and surprisingly it has a flavorful taste.

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For the Seafood Linguine, I am so happy that they put a lot of toppings such as Salmon, Shrimp, herbs and other seafood. The sauce is not that salty, overall, the taste is impressive.

• SERVICE: 4.5 points

Their serving of food will make you wait for about 20 minutes as they will serve it in a hot plate. They have a good service, is just that during our visit, their attending waitress is not around all the time when we needed her.

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For an average 4.8 points, I would definitely recommend Cambusa Bistro.

Meanwhile, other information to note about this place are down below:

Address: Rizal Highway cor. Burgos St. Subic Bay Freeport Zone

Contact Number: 0917-626-8149

Website: http://subicbayyachtclub.ph/dining.html

2. BEN’S KITCHEN

Ben’s Kitchen serves healthy tossed salads, flavorful grilled chicken and pork, and other dishes with unique style of cooking.

Located at Ayala Malls Harbor Point, this restaurant is a worthy place to dine for.

• AMBIANCE: 4.5 points

At the entrance of the place, a cute living space of the restaurant will welcome you. It has books, magazines and their menu that you could browse while waiting for your reservation or order.

They have a homie table setting and minimalist style of lights and furniture setup.

The place is not that big but quite enough to table 30 to 50 persons.

• PRICE: 4.5 points

I would give this place 4.5 points as their food price is affordable. And the fact that you will get what you pay for when they serve your order.

For only PHP 300 ($6), you could have a 12 inches pizza which is good for 2-3 persons. I would say that this is an amazing deal especially when you are in a group and you want to eat and at the same not spend too much.

• TASTE: 4.8 points

I actually would like to give Ben’s Kitchen 5 points for their Beef Stroganoff, Plater of Ribs and Blueberry Cheesecake but their Vanilla Cloud Shake made me changed my mind. Their milkshakes are kind of sugary and if given a chance I would instead take their Pink Lemonade.

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Moving forward, I would highly recommend their Plater of Ribs as for only PHP 400 ($8), you will have in one plate fried potatoes, sweet corns and the most sought-after smoky taste of baby back pork ribs. 

• SERVICE: 4.6 points

In this restaurant, the waiting time is only between 10 – 15 minutes and their waitress and waiters are very accommodating. When you need water, they will serve it fast.

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While also waiting, they will give you free pop corn which I personally like.

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For an average 4.6 points, when you are in Subic, just make sure to check out this place as they serve good food and service.

Meanwhile, other information to note about this place are down below:

Address: Harborpoint Mall, Subic Bay Freeport Zone

Contact Number: (047) 251 1078

Website: www.xtremelyxpresso.com

3. SEFINA’S BAKERY and CAFÉ

Sefina’s Bakery is a restaurant in Subic that serves freshly baked breads, cakes, pastries, rice meals, pasta and coffee. 

I would say that when you are craving for sweets, this place is the perfect place for you.

• AMBIANCE: 3.8 points

I would like to become objective when it comes to rating. And honestly, I would say that the ambiance of this café is not that very cozy as to compare with Starbucks, Coffee Bean or Tim Hortons.

On the other hand, I like their white wall and nature decorations. Is just that, their tables and chairs could be improved, that’s all.

• PRICE: 4.5 points

Their food pricing is also affordable for me. Their food serving is what you pay for.

You could get a slice of cake for only PHP 90 ($1.80) and have a cool drink for PHP 35 ($.70).

• TASTE: 4.8 points

I really like their cream puff, signature Beef Tapa and Chicken Cordon Bleu.

I am telling you, when you visit this place, never ever leave it without ordering their Beef Tapa. It would only cost you PHP 130 ($2.60). I highly recommend it because it is so tender, and taste is so flavorsome. Maybe they marinate it overnight and add up their secret ingredients.

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Know wander, it is one of the famous Subic restaurants as people are coming to this place because of it’s great recipes.

They also have a lot of pastries to choose from and my two favorites are the cream puff and red velvet cream cheese.

• SERVICE: 4.2 points

They will serve your food for about 10-20 minutes. And this place has also a policy of “serve yourself” and “clean as you go”. They actually use disposable plate and utensils, so when you are done eating, you have to throw it in a garbage. I really appreciate this policy of the restaurant is just that they have no clear signage and space of where to get the food and where to throw the disposable materials we’ve used.

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All in all, the experience and choices of food in Sefina’s Restaurant are pretty amazing. With an average 4.3 points, I will order again in this place when I pass by especially their pastries.

Meanwhile, other information to note about this place are down below:

Address: Asiana Inn, #48 Gordon Avenue, Pag-asa, New Asinan

Contact Number: (047) 224 8003

Website: www.asianahotelph.com/restaurant

4. MAGIC LAGOON

Magic Lagoon offers Filipino dish that you will surely love.

This restaurant is creating a buzz for foreigners and even local travelers for the food adventure and at the same time bar experience.

• AMBIANCE: 4.8 points

During the day, this place is so quiet and simple. And its surrounding is calm and very relaxing.

I found Magic Lagoon’s ambiance as a unique and nature centered. As the name itself, it is situated beside a lagoon and house some farm animals such as ducks, goats and fishes.

• PRICE: 3.5 points

For some of their dishes, I believe the price could be lowered. For example, their Buko shake costed me PHP 170 ($3.40). I would expect that it would range between PHP 100 to 120 ($2 -2.40) because I know that the raw buko in Subic only costs PHP 30 ($.60). Although, I love their Buko Shake but I still feel like it is overpriced.

Another dish that I think could be lowered is their Pork Kinilaw. It has a price of PHP 280 ($5.60) but the serving is so little. For the price, I expect that it will be good for 2-3 persons, but it is not.

Though some of their dishes like the Bulalo, grilled squid and calamares have a generous serving.

• TASTE: 4.0 points

I have a mixed pointing system when it comes to taste as some dishes are really good and some are just okay.

I really like their Bulalo and Shanghai, I will recommend it to my family and friends. But for Pork Kinilaw and grilled squid, the taste is just the usual.

• SERVICE: 4.2 points

They also have a good service in this place. Only that, you have to wait for about 20 -30 minutes to have your order. Though they serve your food hot, which I really prefer. They also have attentive waiters and waitresses which I really admire.

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With an average point of 4, I would also recommend this place. This is the best restaurant to eat, in my opinion after you visit El Kabayo Stables. I actually featured this place before on my article for El Kabayo, you may visit my journey here.

Below are some other information that could be helpful to know more about this place.

Address: Bldg. 716, Bicentennial Park, Rizal Highway, Subic Freeport Zone

Contact Number: (047) 252 1475

Website: https://www.facebook.com/magiclagoon/

5. EXTREMELY EXPRESSO

When you are a coffee lover, go to Extremely Expresso.

This place was created as a casual bistro style restaurant that brings breakfast, lunch and dinner with a European flair.

• AMBIANCE: 4.2 points

Extemely Expresso has a good location in Subic. What I think could be improved in this place are the arrangements of tables and chairs and at the same time the ordering system.

I like that they set up tables and chairs outside but sometimes when it is raining and sunny as well as when there’s a lot of people coming, the ambiance is becoming not that friendly.

As when I rate the ambiance, I also consider the comfort to customers and at the same time the experience being in a restaurant.

• PRICE: 4.5 points

Extemely Expresso has also a good pricing when it comes to their food.

Their Banana Mocha Milk Shake is the best. For only PHP 150 ($3), you’ll get a mix of real banana, freshly brewed coffee and mocha. I think it is better than Starbucks coffee or milk shake.

They also have generous serving as to pastas, salads, pizza and desserts.

• TASTE: 4.8 points

Wow, their Big Ben Pizza is a statement. I really like the fusion of Pepperoni, Sausage, Bacon, Mushrooms, Black Olives, two kinds of cheese, and other ingredients.

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 I also like their cucumber and crabstick salad. It’s nutritious and freshly made.

You know, in times like this we have to watch out our diet to become fit and healthy.

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There are lot of other dishes to try, but I only pick some because if I will try all, I may lose my one month allowance lol haha.

But for some restaurants who would want my opinion and food review, I am very open for invitation and collaboration.

• SERVICE: 3.8 points

We have waited for 30 minutes to get our food and 15 minutes before they get our orders. The timeline is quite unproductive. As much as I’d like to give a high rate, I think their service could be improved.

I also understand that it maybe because it was during Covid19 when we go to Extremely Expresso and they are understaffed. But, when we visited other restaurants listed on this article, they still have a good management as to people and so what I expect also to have in this restaurant.

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With an average point of 4.3, I would invite my family and friends to go in this Subic restaurant. I like all the food that they serve. Their pizza and milkshakes are totally remarkable. I am looking forward to eat again at Extremely Expresso.

Also, you may enjoy this place after going to the beach. We actually went here after our trip at Inflatable Island. It was an awesome experience, you may see my journey at Inflatable in here.

Below information could be helpful when you visit this place.

Address: #1 Dewey Avenue, cor. Sta. Rita road, CBD area, Subic Bay Freeport Zone

Contact Number: 047 252 3681

Website: http://xtremelyxpresso.com/

6. SANDS RESTO GRILL

Do you want to sit and look over on the placid pool and astonishing view of Subic Bay?

If yes, then this restaurant is the right place for you.

Sands Resto Grill offers delightful cuisines be it international and local, that would surely satisfy your appetite and cravings.

• AMBIANCE: 4.8 points
• PRICE: 4.5 points
• TASTE: 4.5 points
• SERVICE: 4.5 points

The effort and time going to this place is worth it.

They serve unique dishes like chicken marengo, cream of clam soup, salad and kebab.

Their pricing is also affordable despite of the fact that it serves international flavors.

For a budget of PHP 400 ($8) you could have Kare-Kare dish which is also good for 2- 3 persons.

For a group of 6 to 8 persons, you could just pay PHP 2,000 to 3,000 ($ 40-60) to enjoy most of their delicious food.

Adding up to the value of this restaurant is the lighthouse. This place is a must place to visit when you are in Subic.

For more details about this place, you may refer below:

Address: Lighthouse Drive, Central Business District

Contact Number: 0917 512 3364

Website: www.lighthousesubic.com/dining

7. TEXAS JOE’S HOUSE OF RIBS

Should you want to experience the Original Real American Smokehouse, Texas Joe’s House of Ribs is the place to be!

• AMBIANCE: 4.5 points
• PRICE: 4.5 points
• TASTE: 4.5 points
• SERVICE: 4.5 points

This restaurant is using a hickory wood when they smoke meat. People actually visited this restaurant because of this western style of cooking. 

For other dishes, surely you will like their Texas Skewer of Shrimp and Cowpoke Salad.

On the other hand, their food pricing is also affordable. When you have a budget of PHP 150 to 300 ($3-6) you’ll be fine. They have a generous serving that would also be good for sharing.

For other details about this place, you may refer below:

Address: Mc Kinley St, Subic Bay Freeport Zone

Contact Number: (047) 252 3189

Website: https://texasjoes.com/

8. COCOLIME

Cocolime is a family style restaurant that serves Asian cuisine.

• AMBIANCE: 4.4 points
• PRICE: 4.5 points
• TASTE: 4.3 points
• SERVICE: 4.4 points

You will get what you pay for when you order food in this restaurant. I really like their pineapple rice and Chili Chicken wings.

Know that you can eat in this place with a budget of PHP 130 – 150 ($2.60-3.00)

With an average score of 4.4, I would recommend this one of the best Subic restaurants for people looking for comfort food and those who really wanted to taste Filipino dishes.

On the other hand, below information could be helpful when you visit this place.

Address: Rizal Highway 2222 Subic

Contact Number: (047) 252 2412

Website: https://www.facebook.com/CocoLimeRestaurant/

9. PIRATES BISTRO

The restaurant offers international food that will surely satisfy your cravings and hungry stomach.

From the name itself, this place will take you to Pirates world of food, feeling like you are in Caribbean driving a ship like Captain Jack Sparrow.

• AMBIANCE: 4.5 points
• PRICE: 4.5 points
• TASTE: 4.5 points
• SERVICE: 4.5 points

You have a lot of options when you eat here in Pirates Bistro. They also have tables if you prefer to eat outside. What makes them more enjoyable is the live band, where you could join them to sing.

Their pricing is also affordable as you can have a whole rack of Ribs with marbled potato side for only PHP 500 ($10), Pizza Taco Flavor PHP 290 ($5.80) and Nachos for PHP 250 ($5).

As they have great place to eat, a good menu and friendly staff, I will recommend for you to try this restaurant.

For more details about this place, you may refer below:

Address: Bldg.532 Waterfront Road. 2200 Olongapo

Contact Number: 0930 665 2747

Website: www.facebook.com/piratesbistrosbfc/

10. RALI’S RESTAURANT

Should you be looking for a place to eat fronting the ocean, Rali’s Restaurant is definitely your perfect spot.

This restaurant serves international, Italian and Spanish cuisine that will surely surprise and excite your taste buds because of the authenticity of their food flavors and fresh ingredients.

• AMBIANCE: 4.7 points
• PRICE: 4.2 points
• TASTE: 4.4 points
• SERVICE: 4.3 points

Their Bacon Wrapped Chicken stuffed with cheese and spinach is so delicious. While the value of their wine and drinks is kind of pricey to me.

Atmosphere and the view are very good. Whether you go here in the morning or evening, you will enjoy this place.

For their service, all in all it was good but I think it is inevitable that sometimes waiters and waitresses are not that very accommodating.

Still, I would recommend this place for foreigners, travelers and locals as Rali serves delicious food and unique drinks.

For more details about this place, you may refer below:

Address: Malawaan Park, Subic Bay Freeport Zone

Contact Number: (047) 251 3889

Website: https://www.facebook.com/ralisrestaurant/

I hope you enjoy my food journey. See you on my next adventure!

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