Just at one minute walking from Serenity hotel lies Golden Monkey restaurant, in a prime location overlooking Caalan Beach, offering guests breathtaking views of the beach, ocean, and the astonishing Cadlao island for breakfast (from 7am to 10am), lunch and dinner.
Enlighten your senses with breathtaking and delicious cuisine in El Nido. As you explore the beautiful scenery of this tropical paradise, we know you'll be craving some great meals to fuel your adventures.
Golden Monkey Beach Restaurant
The Golden Monkey’s menu is a unique blend of Asian and European cuisines, incorporating fresh and locally sourced ingredients. Savor your meals while enjoying the stunning scenery or just chill out watching the best sunsets.
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Taas, a culinary experience
Taas stands out for its gastronomic menu and creative cuisine – a culinary experience that promises to delight all senses. This restaurant offers a set menu of eight dishes, each meticulously crafted by the restaurant’s talented and passionate chefs. From appetizers to desserts, each dish is a work of art, made with the freshest and most flavorful ingredients sourced from the surrounding area.
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La Plage
The restaurant is renowned for its fusion cuisine, which combines local Filipino flavors with French cuisine to create unique and delicious dishes. The menu features a range of options, from fresh seafood to grilled meats and vegetarian options.
La Plage restaurant is situated on the beachfront providing you with breathtaking views of the sea and sunsets while you enjoy their meals. The ambiance is relaxed and welcoming, with a never ending native roof and a swimming pool to refresh your afternoons before the sunset.
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Angel wish
Angel Wish is the Filipino cuisine. Some of the standout dishes include the seafood platter, which features a delicious assortment of grilled fish, squid, and shrimp, as well as the beef kare-kare, a rich and flavorful beef stew served with peanut sauce or the kinilaw.
Angel Wish stand out due their commitment to using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. From the seafood caught by local fishermen to the fruits and vegetables grown by nearby farmers, everything on the menu is local.
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Mahogany
The restaurant is situated in a tropical garden setting with an open-air dining area that overlooks the resort’s swimming pool. The ambiance is relaxed and inviting, perfect for a leisurely meal with family or friends.
The menu includes a wide range of dishes, including fresh seafood, grilled meats, and vegetarian options. In addition to the food, it also has a bar that serves a variety of drinks, including cocktails, beer, and wine.
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Kusina ni Maya
Kusina ni Maya has a casual and laid-back ambiance, with a mix of traditional Filipino and modern elements in its decor. It serves traditional Filipino cuisine such as Tortang Talong, mashed grilled eggplant mixed with beaten eggs or Tortang Giniling, made with ground meat (usually pork or beef).
Don’t miss to order the giant plate of Lumpia, a popular Filipino dish that is similar to a spring roll. It is a deep-fried pastry filled with a mixture of vegetables, meat (such as ground pork or shrimp), and sometimes noodles. The filling can also include spices, garlic, onions, and soy sauce.
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OPPA Korean Kitchen
The best Korean kitchen in town served with fresh fish from DRYFT. Oppa restaurant serves delicious and diverse Korean culinary tradition that features bold flavors, colorful ingredients, and a focus on healthful ingredients. Not only kimchi, but a popular dish to recommend is bibimbap, a rice bowl topped with an array of sautéed and seasoned vegetables, marinated beef or tofu, and a fried egg. There are also vegetarian options.
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The Food Truck
Noodles, noodles and noodles! If you’re in the mood for delicious Japanese and Thai noodle dishes, then you may want to check out this restaurant that offers both delivery and dine-in options. With a menu featuring a variety of noodle dishes they offer variations with pork, chicken, shrimps, or tofu. With a range of options to choose from, including vegetarian-friendly dishes, there’s something for everyone.
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Punta playa
Punta Playa offers a taste of Spain through its delicious dishes. This restaurant is known for serving up some of the best paella, fideua, and Spanish tapas in the area. Served in a large, shallow pan, the paella is made with rice, saffron, and a variety of meats such as chicken, as well as seafood like prawns and mussels. The result is a flavorful and hearty dish that is perfect for sharing with friends or family.
Located on the beachfront, it provides a stunning backdrop for a relaxing meal with the sea breeze providing the perfect ambiance. The outdoor seating area offers guests the chance to dine al fresco while taking in the breathtaking views.