Days before Valentine's Day, a dear friend and I decided to have dinner together somewhere in Intramuros and we both agreed to eat at Bistro Marinero. She was a classmate in one of my extracurricular classes and we hit it off right from the start because we both love to read. We even swapped books, my "The Years with Laura Diaz" for her "Oaxaca Journal".
The restaurant had beautiful interiors. It looks posh, clean, and the warm lights add to the extra sosyal feel of the place. Also impressive were the displays in glass cases of marine navigation-related items like anchor, binoculars, captain's cap, engine replica, cleats, propeller, steering wheel, etc. One's interest in maritime activities is sure to be ignited by these wonderful display, together with the big map that hangs on the wall.
We had Pasta Marinara (P150, good for 2), calamares (P105, also good for sharing), unagi sashimi (6 pcs. for 115), and a slice of blueberry cheesecake (P75). All were delicious. One can taste the tangy tomatoes in the pasta, though it is a little sweet, too. The unagi sashimi was addicting and left me wanting for more, though I had to watch how much I eat nowadays to trim down unwanted fats. The blueberry cheesecake is heavenly with just the right sweetness. Also, the texture of the cream cheese is lovely as it delightfully melts in the mouth.
Food and ambiance aside, the service was also impeccable. My countless requests for hot water were all entertained with pleasure. All these sum up to one thing: I shall return!
The restaurant had beautiful interiors. It looks posh, clean, and the warm lights add to the extra sosyal feel of the place. Also impressive were the displays in glass cases of marine navigation-related items like anchor, binoculars, captain's cap, engine replica, cleats, propeller, steering wheel, etc. One's interest in maritime activities is sure to be ignited by these wonderful display, together with the big map that hangs on the wall.
We had Pasta Marinara (P150, good for 2), calamares (P105, also good for sharing), unagi sashimi (6 pcs. for 115), and a slice of blueberry cheesecake (P75). All were delicious. One can taste the tangy tomatoes in the pasta, though it is a little sweet, too. The unagi sashimi was addicting and left me wanting for more, though I had to watch how much I eat nowadays to trim down unwanted fats. The blueberry cheesecake is heavenly with just the right sweetness. Also, the texture of the cream cheese is lovely as it delightfully melts in the mouth.
Food and ambiance aside, the service was also impeccable. My countless requests for hot water were all entertained with pleasure. All these sum up to one thing: I shall return!
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