Out of the various cuisines available in Boracay, nothing beats eating seafood. Of course, being an island paradise, you’re almost guaranteed that everything’s fresh from the sea; and while many other establishments offer grilled seafood, we decided to stick to the basics and go fresh all the way, Japanese style.
Despite being a very commercial tourist destination, I have yet to find a Starbucks or Seatle’s Best Cafe open up on the island, but with such an established place like Cafe del Sol already having a bit of a following in Boracay, I don’t mind at all. Cafe del Sol is probably the closest thing you can get to a Starbucks-like environment on the island.
Aria is almost a landmark in Boracay. It’s situated along the row of beach front establishments and is at the forefront of the D’Mall compound. It’s got modern interiors which make it stand out from the rest, yet it seems to blend well with the Boracay beach scene with its earth-tone colors. It looks a bit high-end and intimidating, especially if you’re on a strict budget; but while the prices are a bit above the average, it is well prepared, tasty and more importantly, fulfilling.
Going to Boracay usually means enjoying the sun, sand and sea; but certain conditions such as bad weather can ultimately spoil your trip. It’s a good thing though that the food on this famed beach location in the Philippines is as good as the scenery and the quality is unaffected by the changes in the climate.
