Of course, no adventure is complete without tasting the local cuisine! Every time I travel to a new province, I make it a mission to try their specialties and well-known food spots. While we didn’t get to try everything, these restaurants were definitely worth the visit—and a few might even make you miss your flight (yes, really!).
π KaLui Restaurant
✨ A must-visit in Puerto
Princesa
This is the most popular restaurant in the city—and for good reason. Locals and tourists agree: your trip isn’t complete without dining here at least once. From fresh seafood dishes to a cozy, artistic atmosphere (you dine barefoot!), KaLui delivers a uniquely Palawan experience. π [Read more here »]
π Tip: Make a reservation early, as this place gets packed, especially during dinner hours.
π Bona’s Chaolong House
and Restaurant
π₯ Best for noodle
lovers on a budget
This humble eatery serves the best Chaolong (Vietnamese-style beef noodle soup with a local twist). It may not look fancy, but don’t let appearances deceive you—the flavor is unforgettable. We loved it so much, we squeezed in a second round before heading to the airport (and almost missed our flight!). π [Read more here »]
π Address: Manalo
Street, Puerto Princesa
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How to get there: Ride a tricycle anywhere in the city and ask to be
dropped off at Bona’s.
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Fare: ₱8 per person
or ₱50 per trip
π Tip: Try their French bread with beef stew too!
π Kinabuchs Grill &
Bar
π» Laid-back vibes +
exotic dishes
A well-loved local resto-bar that serves everything from grilled seafood to Crocodile Sisig! It’s a great dinner spot to unwind with friends or family after a full day of tours.π [Read more here »]
π Tip: Perfect alternative if you’re skipping Badjao Seafront (we heard the mosquitoes there can be pesky).
☕ Itoy’s Coffee Haus
π The local
Starbucks—but cozier
A perfect chill spot to hang out, relax, or go over your day’s adventure. Known for their brewed coffee, pastries, and cozy corner nooks—a local staple.
π Address: Centro
de Benito y Aliva Commercial Complex, Rizal Ave., Brgy. Maningning
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Phone: +63(48)434-9918
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How to get there: Take a tricycle and ask to be dropped off at Itoy’s.
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Fare: ₱8 per person
or ₱50 per trip
π Tip: Their mocha frost and banana muffins are local favorites!
π¦ Seafood Buffet Lunch (Post-Tour Treat)
If you booked a tour to the Underground River or Honda Bay, you’ll likely be treated to a seafood buffet lunch—freshly grilled fish, crabs, and prawns, plus local dishes served in a beach or island setting. A culinary reward after nature’s beauty!
π΄ Craving more? There are dozens of local restaurants, food parks, and hidden gems still waiting to be discovered in Puerto Princesa.
π Click here for the full list of 2025 restaurants, cafes, and food spots in Puerto Princesa.
Don’t just explore Palawan—taste it! π΄
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