Even before the meeting time and place has been set for BGC’s Coco Grove beach getaway, Orange Grill had already made its way to our itinerary.
A couple of us have been there and they were excited to go back, while most of us who were visiting the place for the first time (that includes me) were filled with curiosity and high expectations for this place. I mean, if they’re gushing so much about this restaurant, it should be something.
Since we were checking out of the resort at noon, Orange Grill became our lunch venue before we head back to Manila. From Coco Grove, it took us about 20-30 minutes to get there.
Orange Grill is evidently an ancestral home turned into a restaurant. Its architectural structure as well as its interior design is reminiscent of the Spanish colonial era. From the Capiz windows, chandeliers down to the table and chairs, this place gives off a rural warmth and homey ambience which reminded me of long summer vacations at the province.
Since we were a fairly huge group, we decided to order their table set. The one we chose comprised of Orange Chicken—which is the signature dish, Lechong Kawali, Fish Fillet in Sweet and Sour Sauce and Pancit Canton. I must say that this place gave me total foodgasm! The Orange Chicken was superb! It’s chicken cooked to perfection and glazed with their special “orange” sauce. The other dishes were just as delicious and left our taste buds and tummy happy.
If Orange Chicken is their signature dish, then their House-blended Iced Tea is its counterpart in the drinks department. Seriously, I’m not a fan of this drink, but this one’s an exception. Orange Grill’s original blend is really refreshing and has the right amount of sweetness and flavor that will leave you wanting more. If you’re in this place, this is something you shouldn’t take a pass on.
Even if we’re not going beach-ing in Batangas, we’re still opting to drive to this place just to satisfy our cravings for their culinary specialty. Yes, that’s how good Orange Grill is. 🙂
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