Private Manila Local Dishes Food Tour in Malabon
Overview
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4 hours
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Discover authentic Filipino cuisine on this private, guided Malabon food tour with Chef Isi, a local expert born and raised in the area. Explore one of Metro Manila’s most underrated foodie destinations as you ride by tricycle or van to 8–10 stops, including historic San Bartolome Church, Aling Mely’s carinderia, and Arny & Dading’s famous pichi-pichi. Sample local favorites like soft puto with BBQ pork, banana fritters, and more. On select days (Wed, Sat, Sun), enjoy Malabon-style lechon. End with a hearty lunch at Chef Isi’s ancestral bakeshop featuring Pancit Malabon and refreshing local drinks. A must-do experience for food lovers seeking local flavors "off the eaten path".
Isi is happy to accommodate vegetarian guests - please inform her in advance so she can prepare accordingly.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Malabon
Discover Malabon through the eyes of Chef Isi on this private, immersive Filipino food tour of Manila. Begin at San Bartolome Church before riding a tricycle or van to explore 8–10 food stops. Sample BBQ pork-filled rice cakes at Hazel’s Puto, Luzon-style lechon (on select days), and traditional dishes like mechado at Aling Mely’s Carinderia. Enjoy pichi-pichi at Arny & Dading’s, banana fritters at Aling Tessie’s, and learn about local fish sauce at Rufina’s Patis. At Concepcion Market, try okoy (shrimp fritters) and Malabon’s famous kikiam. Savor Sapin-Sapin at Dolor’s Kakanin and end at Isi’s ancestral bakery, Betsy’s, with a full lunch of Pancit Malabon and other home-cooked dishes. Return to Fisher Mall Malabon at the end. A flavorful, cultural food adventure off the tourist path.
San Bartolome Church
Begin your food and heritage tour at this historic church!
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Private Manila Local Dishes Food Tour in Malabon
What‘s Included
Lunch
Private food tour with a local chef and expert guide Isi
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
2 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience!
Jet41893149562,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chef Isi showed us such a great time! Our tour was great! The stops were paced well and Chef Isi explained everything very well. It was also great to hear about her family and where she grew up. My mother and I enjoyed the final spot where we ate all the food we collected and spent time with Chef Isi's family. Don't hesitate to book!
Wonderful experience
eleniaX5854GA,Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My father and I booked a tour with Isi and had a wonderful time. We learned so much about the Malabon culture and cuisine. We tried so many delicious foods during the tour. We are very grateful for the time we spent in the Malabon area with Isi. Would highly recommend!!
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