Top 3 Must-Try Restaurants in Boracay

Boracay is not only a feast for the eyes but also for your taste buds. Although there are hundreds of restaurants that dot the island, here are three of the restaurants that consistently receive rave reviews from their customers.

Cyma Greek Taverna

Cyma always makes it to the list of must-try food places in the island. Cyma literally means wave, and indeed this restaurant makes waves in Boracay for its authentic Greek dishes. The restaurant is known for some signature dishes such as chicken gyro and lamb chops described by Cyma’s chefs as “charbroiled and served with potatoes or rice stuffed in peppers,” which is a simple definition for such an irresistibly mouth-watering recipe. Cyma recently opened branches in Manila, a testament that the restaurant enjoys the success in the culinary enterprise.

Cyma Greek Taverna
D’ Mall, Station 2
Boracay, Philippines
(+63) (36) 288 4283
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Smoke Restaurant

Smoke Restaurant literally sizzles and smokes at Station 2. Located at the back of D*Mall, Smoke prepares a seafood buffet just for you with palm-rubbing gusto. This is ideal for the hungry mobs who want to taste the freshest and tastiest yet reasonably-priced meals on the island.

Other savory pre-prepared meals of Smoke are bicol express, sinigang soup, creamy oriental chicken, and beef teriyaki. But nothing beats the paluto service (order to cook )– just tell Smoke however you like your dish prepared –grilled, steamed, or boiled — they serve on a sizzling platter.

Smoke Restaurant
Boracay Island, Philippines
(+63) (36) 288 6014

Aria Cucina Italiana

A known Italian restaurant, Aria at D*Mall is another gastronomical landmark in Boracay. Sought by foodies for its pasta and pizza as well as for its other menu items, Aria often receives two thumbs up for their delectable dishes. This diner is an interesting fusion of tropical and urban ambiance. It has a modern architecture although it is right at the beach front. Dining at Aria is relaxing and indulgent as it could get: imagine the azure scenery while savoring your Napoli Pizza, one of Aria’s bestsellers.

To make eating pizza a more profound experience, pour or drizzle (not brush on the toppings) olive oil in a circular manner your pizza. Although you can pair your pizza with almost any types of drinks, pairing it with red wine will give it a more distinct flavor. Red wine also perfectly matches most Italian dishes.

Aria Cucina Italiana
Beachfront of D’ Mall, Brgy. Balabag
(+63) (36) 288 5537

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