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Surrounded by schools like UP Diliman, Ateneo de Manila, and Miriam College, Loyola Heights in Katipunan is filled with energy and good vibes. The establishments along Katipunan Avenue and its inner streets continue to thrive--thanks to the predominantly young crowd that frequents them. But even the not-so-young frequent the Katipunan hotspots. Apart from the highly-commercial establishments like Starbucks, Pizza Hut, The Old Spaghetti House, KFC, Shakey's, to name a few, Katipunan also boasts of little-known but well-loved establishments.

Food Trip

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Veggie burgers can let you down when they crumble at first bite. If that's the case, then Mushroom Burger may be the answer. Make sure to try the Mushroomburger Pinoy (P30 ala carte and P57 with fries and drink) made of mushroom and pork, the Mushroomburger Royal (P71 and P95 with fries and drink) with mushroom omelet, and the Mushroomburger King (P92 ala carte and P119 with fries and drink) with double patty and double cheese.

Scouting for more healthy-but-yummy eats? Blissful Belly Vegetarian Cuisine is the place to go. Dishes are in rotation so expect new meals everyday. For about P80, customers can enjoy meals that are cooked in low heat, no oil (as much as possible), less salt, and without additives.   If you visit and the joint happens to have vegetarian Sisig and Kare-Kare on the menu, then you better try them.


Just across S.R. Thai Cuisine is Wok Dis Way, another dining hotspot. Wok Dis Way's menu is packed with dishes in different categories--Rice Meals, Soups, Rice and Noodles, Sizzling Greats, Steaks and Chops, Rice Toppings, and Short Orders. Diners should try the Beef Caldereta (P85) and Beef Steak Tagalog (P85). You can also choose to go Oriental with Ren-Ren Pork (P80) and Korean Beef (P90), or go Western with Salisbury Steak (P120) and T-Bone Special (P160).

Another tried and tested dining hotspot in Katipunan is Cafe Sweet Inspirations Restaurant and Bakeshop, which serves everything from appetizers to desserts. Among the must-try dishes are the bestselling Korean Chicken Barbecue (P140), Korean Beef (P185), and Lengua Financiera (P220). For the desserts, treat your taste buds with the Sansrival (P54/P325) and the Mango Cream Pie (P53/P410).

Flaming Wings will have you flying high with bestsellers like the Super Stuffed Porkchop (P165), Buffalo Wings (P143 to P1,069), and Buffalo Chicken Tenders (P88/ala carte, P125/meal). Pair off your wings and tenders with the signature dips Bleu Cheese, Ranch, Aiolo, Wasabi Mayo, Balsamic Mayo, and Honey-Mustard.

For a Persian food fix, visit the Ababu Persian Kitchen. Enjoy favorites like Beef Kabab (P40/P99), Chicken Kabab (P60/P109), and Keema Rice (P99). If you're feeling adventurous, you can add Ox Brain (P40) to your set.