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Budget Foodtrip Chronicles: Student Edition

Being considered as the center of education in the northern part of the Philippines, a lot of students go to Baguio City to study. And as students continue to flock to the city, the number of establishments increases too. And evidently, the most visited businesses by students are food establishments. Food became the students’ loyal companion whenever they’re happy, in sorrow, stressed, angry, and of course hungry. And yes, there are some places which are costly but there are those who serve budget-friendly meals but are definitely worth it.

For a lot of students, feeling and going through a way too many emotions and situations, it’s hard to say no to food even when they’re starting to run out of money. In this case, it is a must to be smart and alert at finding those places that offer good food for affordable prices.

So to help those of you who are planning to study here in Baguio, we’ve come up with this list of worthy and budget-friendly eateries for students.

  1. SOLEDAD FASTFOOD

Being the most visited and always packed with customers, they always get out of stock with their specialty called the  Legendary Porkchop known for its crispness and juicy taste. Aside from this, they also serve a wide variety of home-cooked dishes like Kinigtot (goat soup), Monggo, Lomi, Bopis, Dinakdakan, Sisig, Pinapaitan and more.

Their meal price ranges from only PHP45.00 to PHP80.00 and each meal comes with rice.

Good news is that they now serve food starting 7:30 in the morning until 8 o’clock in the evening unlike before that they close at around 2 or 3 o’clock in the afternoon because their viands are all consumed by that time. You can find it this place at #187 Bonifacio Road, near Saint Louis University (SLU) Gate 3 and 4.

  1. BETOLANYO FOODHAUZ

Just like any other eateries, they also offer Pinoy dishes but they’re more known for always giving away a special treat during occasions. But sometimes, they just give a treat to their valued customers. And most of the treats that they give for free are Pancit, Spaghetti, Palabok and sometimes Unli Rice.

The most popular among students are their Buttered Chicken and Sinanglaw – the best sellers among their viands. Prices range only from around PHP40.00 to PHP60.00 per meal. They are open from Monday to Saturday starting at around 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM and is located at #38 Bonifacio Street, ABCR, near SLU Main Gate.

  1. FLORENCE FASTFOOD

They’re popular for cooking all their dishes in a big pot on wood fires which makes their food extra delicious and tasty. A lot of students are into ordering their Rice Toppings best seller New Lucban Rice made up of rice, fried chicken, pork chop, vegetables, and egg. They also serve Fried Rice with viand; short orders if you don’t want rice; and pancit that all range from PHP40.00 to PHP110.00.

To try their meals specially cooked in a traditional way by visiting them at #6 New Lucban. They’re open from 9 AM to 9 PM.

  1. REG’S BINALOT EXPRESS

The name of this place came from the word “binalot” which means wrapped. And wrapping food using banana leaves the way they do, is a traditional way of serving food in some parts of the Philippines.

At Reg’s Binalot Express, you will eat meals like when people do during festivals in provinces. Their best seller is the combination of Beef Tapa and Vigan Longanisa. All their viands are served with red egg, tomato and rice ranging only from PHP65.00 to PHP75.00.

So if you are in a hurry, Reg’s Binalot Express is the right choice. You can visit them at #92 New Lucban Conner T. Alonzo Street, New Lucban and they’re open from 8 AM to 8 PM only.

  1. EDSYL CANTEEN AND REFRESHMENT

Known as “Pigar-Pigar in Palma,” it’s one of the to-go places by students and also taxi drivers in Baguio City. It doesn’t matter what time you go there because they’re open 24/7 and the place is located along Queen of Peace Road. They serve delicious meals like Sizzling Pigar-Pigar, Sisig, Bulalo, Sinanglao, and many more. For such good deals you’d be spending only PHP65.00 to PHP110.00. They also have breakfast meals like Longsilog, Tapsilog, Bonesilog, Japsilog, and Shangsilog.

Explore and find the best

As students who are always on the go, you must always find the best deals on food. So explore – try new food, ask around for the best places to go, and spend but know your limitations.

Keep in mind this Irish proverb, “Laughter is brightest, where food is best.” In most kinds of moments, food will always be the best companion to you can have.

 

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2 Comments

  1. Oooohhh I recommend Reg’s Binalot Express. One of the best in town!

  2. I’ve already tried Soledad, Betolanyo and Binalot, and the food they offer are really
    delicious! Now I’m pretty sure the rest offers great food too! Great recommendations n.n

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