Filipino restaurant Balay Dako is one of the most popular dining spots in Tagaytay. The long lines, always-full parking area, and heavy traffic in front of the establishment can all attest to that, especially during the weekends. If you're about to step foot in this restaurant for the very first time and you're curious what the hype is all about, here are some of the dishes and services the restaurant is known for.
Here's what to order at Balay Dako in Tagaytay if it's your first time eating there:
Piaya (P100/pack)
As you enter the restaurant, one of the things that stands out (besides the gorgeous interiors and the view of Taal volcano) is a kitchen island right at the center of the dining space. This is where they make piaya—a Negros Occidental delicacy composed of unleavened flat bread filled with muscovado—on the spot so you get to enjoy them while they're still hot. Be sure not to leave Balay Dako without trying a piece or two or stocking up on a few bags for pasalubong.
Sizzling Bulalo (P1,260/ good for five to six people)
Almost all the restaurants in Tagaytay have the soul-soothing soup dish known as bulalo on their menu, and Balay Dako's is a popular pick. Their deconstructed version is made with braised beef served on a sizzling cast-iron plate with mushroom sauce on the side. Yes, you need to pour the mushroom on top sauce and watch it sizzle!
Pinakbet na Kanin with Lechon Kawali (P1,400/good for four to five people)
The Pinakbet na Kanin at Lechon Kawali is a combination of the restaurant's two most loved offerings: Pinakbet na Kanin and Lechon Kawali. This special rice dish is made with fried rice and stewed vegetables and then topped with deep-fried pork belly.
From the pasalubong section: Buko Pie (P100/slice; P480/whole), Biscocho (P190/pack), and Napoleones (P290)
Balay Dako has a pasalubong shop near its main entrance where you can find all sorts of bottled goods, snacks, and more. What you need to watch for are the biscocho and boxes of napoleones. The napoleones tend to be a litle harder to get a hold of since they're often sold out or reserved, so if you can get your hands on a box, don't let it go! If you really want to stock, best to be there early or call beforehand to see if they're available.
It's always a tough choice when you're talking about the best buko pies in Tagaytay. Balay Dako's take on the popular dessert is made with young coconut cooked in sweet cream, flavored with macapuno, and encased and baked in a flaky crust.
If you can get up early enough, drop by during the breakfast buffet
Balay Dako is also known for its weekend breakfast buffet: Crowds used to flock the restaurant early to have their fill of bread, cereal, salad, grains, taho, longganisa, bacon, tapa, corned beef, champorado, and daing na bangus. The buffet also has omelet and fried rice stations where you can choose from the available ingredients and a chef will prepare your customized breakfast for you.
As of writing, Balay Dako is not offering the breakfast buffet amid the pandemic. Fingers crossed it'll be up and running again soon!
Balay Dako is at 4120 Tagaytay-Nasugbu Highway, Tagaytay City. For more information, log on to Balay Dako's Facebook page.
Source: Spot PH
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