Carmina is traveling to the United States to spend time with her family. My dad planned a family gathering for Mother's Day at their favorite Pinoy restaurant . Since reservations aren’t possible, we arrived an hour early to ensure we could get a table for twelve before everyone else showed up. As my dad approached Isla Grand , the branch we visited in Pleasant Hills, California , the host at the door said they could prepare a table for twelve at five o'clock. Later, the server called my dad's name and guided us to our table. The place was bustling with people enjoying meals and celebrating Mother's Day. On our first visit to Isla Grand, I was captivated by the décor, noticing many native items that gave the place a fancy yet authentic Filipino feel. They usually have a live band, but unfortunately, there was no entertainment the night we went. My family had spoken highly of Isla Grand and encouraged us to try the Filipino dishes we’ve been missing from back home. Lech...
Upon request who is the person who refers you to try a new restaurant off in Marikina is Cafe Lidia . Make sure you're wearing a face mask before entering. Once entering inside the restaurant they'll ask how many needs to be seated. There are two menus will be handed to you one for the Food and Beverage both front and back. Appetizers Mozz Cheese Sticks 200.00 pesos ($3.57) Calamari 330.00 pesos ($5.89) Cesar Salad 205.00 pesos ($3.66) Main Course Fettuccine Salmone 260.00 pesos ($4.64) Chicken Pesto 250.00 pesos ($4.46) Tenderloin Steak 495.00 pesos ($8.84) Salisbury Steak 356.00 pesos ($6.36) Carmina had tried their new item of Lychee Shake for 140.00 pesos ($2.50). Family member had a Iced Caramel for large size 125.00 pesos ($2.23) TIPS: The food is reasonable price those who have a big appetite it is best to pick two meals choice of appetizer and a main course meal. Those who are light eater can get full of one meal like me with my Salisbery Steak. The disadvantage is the...