STEAK-OFF GRILL

Driving around at 10pm, I was originally planning to go to Lilac or Rainbow street. Coming from my sister's house I passed through Katipunan extension and saw Steak-Off Grill. The place is packed whenever I pass by the area, so I was quite eager to try the food.

Upon seeing the menu, it wasn't hard for me to choose: Porterhouse it is. Hehe. I opted to add a side of corn and a soda. Order cones with rice and gravy. 

The meat tasted so good you do not need gravy. Of course, the gravy tastes great with the meat, too.

For a total of 229 for my order (good to share, but my belief is that steaks are not meant for sharing) lol

The place operates from 11am to 11pm ;) Here's a photo of the menu for your reference:

Another great meat place in Marikina you can visit with the gang ❤️ Have you tried Steak-Off Grill? Share your experiences below ;)

Marikina, aking hirang.

Roni

COOKIE MUG

Marikina will never run out of interesting food places, quite notable is the foodie haven boom at Lilac Street! My friend KC Astroboy, blog author of Fly, Astroboy, Fly, recommended this cool dessert cafe at the other end of Lilac: the wonder that is COOKIE MUG!

You'll get immediately drawn to the place by the smell of baked goodies and freshly brewed coffee, and maybe the statue of Betty Boop that I wasn't able to take a picture of (booo). The most interesting product of the cafe was of course, the cookie mugs. Edible shot-glass shaped cookies into which you can pour milk, caramel, or chocolate milk. The best part of course is eating the cookie mug after you finish your drink. Enjoy the photos!

 Cupcakes are for celebrations indeed! 

 A platter of goodies! Yeyyyy!

 Oreo Cream Cheese Scoop with White Chocolate Melt (35 PhP) --- SUPER YUMMY!

 Cheese Cookie-Cake Shot (100 PhP) --- YUMMY AGAIN!

 Here is the most talked-about specialty of them all --- a cookie mug shot! I ordered one with milk.

 How can you not love cookies with milk, right? :-) Nom nom nom!

 I would love more of these please!! XOXO

 Drinks Menu #1

 Drinks Menu #2

 Complimentary Cupcake! Super chocolatey and really goooood!

Of course, I got to meet KC! Yehey!!! :-)

A perfect place to hang out with friends, discovered yet again! Try Cookie Mug today!

COOKIE MUG

116 Lilac St., SSS Village

Concepcion Dos, Marikina City, Metro Manila

Tel. No.: (02) 218 0256

Visit their Facebook page here.

Munching Budget per person: starts at 30 PhP

Marikina, aking hirang.

Roni

PAPA ROCK'S BIG BURGERS AND GRILLERY

Hi dearest Marikina Food Trippers! It's been a while since I last posted, I am really sorry about that! I was quite busy in putting up my own cupcakery in the South (we have too many already in the Metro, hehe!), but I remain in love with Marikina (and a resident of it of course), and I shall continue to write about all the great food that Marikina has to offer. Shuttling from Marikina to the South and back has been and continues to be a challenge, but I knew from the start it wouldn't be easy!

Sis and I discovered an awesome burger place near the Marikina City Hall! The place is PAPA ROCK'S BIG BURGERS AND GRILLERY. As soon as I received an invite to try out the place from Papa Rocky de Jesus himself, we packed a big appetite and headed off to Papa Rock's on an early Sunday morning.

You wont' miss it as it is located along Sparrow street, a walking distance from the Marikina City Hall. You will see this sign below, and you know that you have arrived at another awesome burger joint in Marikina.

We immediately surveyed the menu, and Papa Rocky was there personally to take our orders and chat with us as we waited for our dishes to arrive. I've said this many times, I really appreciate it when owners take time to talk to their customers and ask about the food served and their overall dining experience. Papa Rocky talked about the burger preparation, the concept behind their food, and we covered more topics about Marikina.

Then our orders arrived:

I have posted about this on the FB page, and this is by far my favorite rendition of Carbonara (60 PhP). Not too saucy, just the right amount of cream, cheese, BACON, the pasta cooked to a perfect al dente. I told Papa Rock that they definitely nailed this one. If I want Carbonara, I have Papa Rock's on top of my list.

Then comes the star of the set: THE JAWBUSTER (150 PhP). The buns tasted really fresh, the patties were cooked perfectly, the proportions of the cheese, dressing and veggies were spot on. This is definitely a burger you have to experience! I think a lot of those who already tried it will agree. :-)

We also sampled the breakfast menu, of which we chose the Heavy Breakfast (60 PhP). Yes you read it right: 60 PESOS ONLY! You have two waffles, three cocktail hotdogs and an egg, which you can have sunny side up or scrambled. I love how they cooked the waffle too! This is another item on the menu you shouldn't miss, especially if you want to have your tummy filled at an affordable price.

The shakes are good, too. We ordered the Strawberry Shake (40 PhP) and the Choco-Banana Blend (60 PhP). These went really well with the burger. It takes you to a "diner" feel. A good burger + a good milkshake ;-)

Conquered the JawBuster! Success!

 I wouldn't miss a photo op with Papa Rocky!

Papa Rock's can accommodate around 20 to 30 people (or more?) since they have extended the dining area beyond the counter. I look forward to visiting them again, and I highly recommend this place for SUPER good food, at SUPER affordable prices. Hope you visit them soon!

PAPA ROCK'S BIG BURGERS AND GRILLERY

23 Sparrow Street,
New Marikina Subdivision, Sta. Elena,
Marikina City
Tel. No.: (0927) 879 - 2924
Visit their Facebook page here.
Munching Budget per person: starts at 30 PhP


Marikina, aking hirang.
Roni

MOMMA BROWN BAKERY AND CAFE

We recently discovered a nice place along Marcos Highway (if you're familiar with the area, this is beside Kanzhu Hand-Pulled Noodles), just before you reach the well-known Burger King branch. The Bakery-Cafe is MOMMA BROWN, and has been operating for only a few months.

Right after I placed our orders, we took photos of the place which was cozy, well-lit and spacious.

 The fambam

 A wide array to choose from on the menu: They offer appetizers, entrees, desserts, and excellent bread

 More Mother and Son moments

 Of course chocolate is the answer to everything!

 Happy with his Lola!

 Another must-try: their popcorn!

Will buy me one of these cutie mugs soon!

 Yummehhhh

 Boneless Bangus (149 PhP)

Fettuccine with Beef Stroganoff (159 PhP)

Korean Beef Stew (199 PhP)

French Toast with Bacon and Egg (159 PhP)

Raspberry Iced Tea (59 PhP)

Cupcakes

This is one yummy sticky cinnamon bun!

Visit Momma Brown, another food stop along the Marikina-Marcos Highway area!

MOMMA BROWN BAKERY AND CAFE

Ground Floor, Nodison Centre, Marcos Highway

San Roque, Marikina City

Tel. No.:(02) 463-5526 / (02) 646-1600
Visit their Facebook page here.
Munching Budget per person: starts at 30 PhP


Marikina, aking hirang.
Roni

GREG & SALLY TREE GARDEN CAFE

Finally!

Weekends are best spent with your loved ones. I'd prefer lazy time at home with my family over malling or shopping any time. Last weekend was quite lovely, the cool gang had lunch at our latest discovery, Greg & Sally Tree Garden Cafe.

I remember the feeling when searching for Marikina's Butterfly Garden (World of Butterflies, now closed). Greg & Sally is tucked away in the Ipil street loop, right at the corner of Champaca street. They provide good directions on their Facebook page though ;-)

When we got to the place, I immediately took tons of pictures. I also got to meet one blog reader, Celine! :-) Too bad we didn't have our picture together. Maybe when she joins our next food tour, right, Celine? ;-)

Please enjoy photos of the place below, before we get to the food, of course:

They also have different types of herbs, maybe I'll purchase a pot or two when I come back.

And then our orders arrive! Always the best part! :-)

 This Peppered Pork Steak (150 PhP) is really good!!! Worth coming back for!

 Caldereta House Special

 The Gourmet Tinapa (160 PhP) is another heavenly dish offered at Greg & Sally

 I loved this side dish of green mango and Philippine spinach (Talinum) that comes with the Gourmet Tinapa

 Very refreshing Dalandan Tarragon juice (45 PhP)

After a hearty lunch, we took more pictures around the place, the cafe is very relaxing and very family-friendly. My baby Rence enjoyed it the most, I think! :-p

Another great food destination in Marikina! See you again soon, Greg & Sally!

GREG & SALLY TREE GARDEN CAFE

145 Ipil St., Corner Champaca St.,

Marikina Heights, Marikina City

Tel. No.:(02) 940-1976
Visit their Facebook page here.
Munching Budget per person: starts at 75 PhP


Marikina, aking hirang.

Roni