Locavore | Bgc Filipino Restaurant

The food is definitely good. A bit on the expensive side but definitely, very creative. If you want to impress someone with Filipino food, this could work, just be ready to shell out.

Oh I only have good things to say about this place; all the taste of delicious traditional Filipino food without the street "ifiness" in matters of hygiene. They have a delicious artisan draft beer as well, yummy desserts and sitting outside, where you can go for a vape, if that's your thing, or simply appreciate the view at Manila's BGC gentrified district. A must for expats and other foreigners.

I recently visited Locavore BGC for a quick merienda and had a fantastic experience. I ordered their champorado and gabi chips, and both left a strong impression. The service was fast and smooth, which made the meal even more enjoyable. The gabi chips were a standout, perfectly crispy with a savory dressing and a delightful smoky aftertaste that kept me reaching for more. The champorado, however, stole the show with its sheer size! As a solo diner, I was shocked by the generous portion, clearly meant for sharing. The dish itself was exceptional, with a rich, comforting flavor. The addition of evaporated and condensed milk on the side allowed me to customize it to perfection. The dried fish floss topping added a savory, slightly salty kick that beautifully balanced the dish’s richness. Overall, Locavore BGC delivered bold flavors, generous portions, and excellent service. I’d highly recommend it to anyone craving elevated Filipino comfort food

We booked this place for a birthday celebration. The waiting time wasn’t too long, as they began serving appetizers right away, followed gradually by the rest of our orders. I enjoyed most of the dishes—they offered an elevated take on classic Filipino cuisine. One downside, however, was that many of the dishes were quite oily, which was a bit off-putting. Still, in terms of flavor, everything was really good. The service was also commendable.

Truly enjoyed most of the food we ordered - the fish, chicken, pakbet, baby squid, and pakwan salad. Filipino food classics but reimagined. The turon, however, was the exception. It was odd in that it was like apple pie but banana, though I could only taste hints of the latter. Not your classic turon, but I'd bet others would still like it. Seating and spaces in between may feel a bit confined.

Locavore offers a unique Filipino twist on their menu, and I absolutely loved it! The flavors are creative yet comforting, making every dish truly special. Their service is excellent, and the portions are generous too—definitely worth the price! I can’t wait to come back and try more of their dishes.

Always love the food here and they’ve been consistent. However, during our recent visit(Saturday lunch), we had to wait almost an hour for the food to arrive.

Very tasty food and amazing service!!! Thank you so much. We loved our food it was very rich and the best we’ve tasted quick service too! I would reccomend the beef stew

First time trying their sizzling sinigang and it wassss gooood! Caught up with a friend. Chill vibes!

Would say the Gabi chips are the best part of the meal. My party gobbled it down and the accompanying sauce compliments the dish. Then sinigang is good to try. Overall, the cuisine tends to be quite salty so it’ll be great to wash it down with some drinks. Service to order took quite awhile and wasn’t sure why

Had lunch here with friends. Food was disappointing, we didn't finish it. Fried chicken was good and crunchy, but the batter on some pieces were too thick, and ended up having undercooked batter underneath, yuck. The ratatouille was very good, but one order is not enough for 2 people, FYI. The sizzling oyster and sizzling beef ribs dishes were superb, both are must-trys. Pork belly was very good. But the dinuguan was a fail. It doesn't taste anything like what it claims to be. They should've called that dish something else. And lastly, their Summer craft beer was very good! Service was great - friendly and fast. Servers weren't very articulate in explaining dishes. Was also disappointed that a few beers were out of stock (at 12:30 in the afternoon)! Venue was also good - clean, ample space, and AC was cool. Restroom didn't have any paper towels, I had to ask staff for it. And the music was a bit too loud to have a conversation with co-diners. Hence four stars.

The food was really uniquely good. We loved their version of pinakbet and most of what we ordered (dinuguan lechon, bangus, a creamy beef sinigang, white sauced palabok, toast with steak chops) was all good. The halo-halo was more refreshing than sweet with yum avocado ice cream. The place was darker than expected with their industrial-themed interior. Wheelchair space is a bit of a challenge, but works. Definitely or maybe not for a cozy dining and reading-a-book or manual writing experience. They do have washroom accommodations for PWDs with the women’s toilet. We went for lunch, so not crowded at that time. Nice place to eat Filipino diverse cuisine all in all.

The food taste is uniquely delicious and serving size is generous ! didnt give a perfect score just because i had the impression mejo oily sya ng konti (kaya yata masarap no?! LOL). The ambiance i liked too but i think the toilets could be a little bit more clean sana, otherwise perfect na ! All in all, i would still come back here and even recommend others to visit too :-) cheers locavore !

Locavore Burgos Circle BGC – Classic Pinoy with a Twist Tried out Locavore in BGC and I gotta say, it’s Filipino comfort food—but with a cool, creative spin. Sizzling Sinigang – Super flavorful! A bit on the salty side, but the meat was melt-in-your-mouth tender. That sizzle definitely added drama. Oyster Sisig – Packed with oysters and seasoned just right. If you’re into seafood, this one’s a must-try. Pakwan Salad – So refreshing! Loved the sweet watermelon mixed with the tangy dressing. Light but tasty. Lechon Belly – Crispy skin that delivers a satisfying crunch, and it pairs perfectly with their vinegar dip. Definitely a highlight. Ambiance – Clean and modern, but it can get really packed, especially during peak hours. Be ready for the crowd. Service – Staff were friendly and attentive. No complaints here! Overall: 4/5 – Great food, fun vibes. Worth the visit if you’re craving something familiar but with a twist.