The Ilustrado is inside the Intramuros, the walled city of Manila. It has a charming touch to it. Furnished with an elegant, old-world interiors, this restaurant set within a garden has been around for more than 19 years. Again, seated at the corner of the room facing the rest of the restaurant, I savoured the perfect appetiser of baked eggplant in Filo pastry served with black olives and Feta cheese. With flowing conversations around the table, the baked fish placed on top of mashed potatoes with mushrooms sautéed in butter was delicious too. I enjoyed the coffee and the Mango Jubilee with home made Sampaguita Ice Cream for dessert.
Having experience these restaurants, I was convinced that I should visit Manila more often.
(Photos from the restaurants’ websites)
Elaine, I happened upon this post — and just had to respond. I love Cafe Ysabel! And the lapu-lapu al graten is a favorite of mine as well. Perhaps the next time we're in Manila, we can go together! Keep in touch!
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