UPDATE (as of August 29, 2018): The LGU has reached out to us to inform the public that this is a protected area. Hence, this is NOT open to the public.
From the city that is famous for its distinct and delectable food like chicharon and lechon, Carcar City gives us one more reason to travel in southern Cebu and experience its very own paradise — the TABYOG Mangrove Garden where you can disconnect to reconnect with nature.
Though still a work in progress, Tabyog Mangrove Garden is already contributing to the marine ecosystem through fisheries, coastal protection, erosion control, and carbon sequestration.
UPDATE (as of January 5, 2019): This restaurant is now CLOSED and NOT operational anymore.
Seems like “UNLIMITED” is the new trend today. But unlike the usual unlimited chicken wings, crabs or samgyeopsal (Korean meat) we have been seeing lately, here’s another one that’s definitely worth trying — the UNLIMITED Steaks (T-Bone Steak, Burger Steak, Butter Herb Porkchop) for ₱299 per head at Squad Cafe in Lipata, Minglanilla, Southern Cebu.
Exact location: Plaza Margarita, Lipata, Minglanilla, Southern Cebu — 1-1.5 hours away from the city.
BY JEEPNEY: – From CIT University or Punta Princesa or Bulacao/Pardo, ride any jeepney (usually 43/44) going to Lipata / Minglanilla / Naga. – From SM City Cebu, ride any jeepney (usually 10H) bound for Bulacao or Pardo. From there, ride another jeepney (43/44) going to Lipata / Minglanilla / Naga. – Or from Ayala Center Cebu, ride a 12L jeepney going to Punta Princesa.
BY CAR/GRAB/TAXI: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps, and set your destination to “Squad Cafe” in Plaza Margarita.
Now there’s one more reason to visit this underrated barangay in the uphill roads of Transcentral Highway. After the hit strawberry farm, Brgy. Tabunan is opening another must-see, must-visit attraction in the city — the Ka-Tilong Sunflower Farm.
Officially opened to the public last August 18, the Ka-Tilong Sunflower Farm is just 5-minute drive away from the Strawberry de Cantipla Eco Farm in Cantipla 1, Brgy. Tabunan, Cebu City – along the National Transcentral Highway (Busay-Balamban). It boasts an area of 2,000sqm, overflowing with bright sunflowers and other “IG-worthy” spots. The best part? Entrance fee is only 30 pesos per head!
Photo by Erana Mariel
Photo by Erana Mariel
Rates & Other Information
Operating hours: 8AM to 6PM, Mondays to Sundays
Entrance fee: ₱30 per adult / ₱15 per kid
Contact number: N/A
Social: N/A
How to get there?
Exact location: Sitio Cantipla 1, Brgy. Tabunan, Cebu City – approx. 1 hour away from the city. It is located just a few kilometers away from Sirao Garden, and few meters away from 21 Kilometers Coffee.
BY VAN: From the Ayala Center Cebu PUV Terminal, take a v-hire going to Balamban. Tell the driver to drop you off at the Sunflower Farm in Cantipla. Van fare is ₱120 per head (one-way).
BY CAR: If you’re bringing your own vehicle, just pin your location to “21 Kilometers Coffee”. Hailing a cab or Grab is not possible, unless you rent a car.
Ever wanted to drink and dine somewhere new while enjoying the fresh breeze and refreshing scenery? And that is not too far from the city?
You will thank us for this new discovery, a perfect mix for a wonderful, out-of-the-city dining experience. The Busay Green Canopy boasts a beautiful terraced garden, accessible venue by the road, an amazing view of Metro Cebu, and an authentic barbecue menu.
Photo by Arnold Ortega Fiestas
Photo by Arnold Ortega Fiestas
More Information
Operating hours:
– Tuesday-Friday: 4PM to 1AM
– Saturday-Sunday: 10AM to 2PM, 4PM to 1AM
– CLOSED on Mondays
Open for reservations / bookings for exclusive events or private parties.
Food Menu
Food
How to get there?
Exact location: Cebu Transcentral Highway, Busay, Cebu City — few meters away from the outer corner of Mountain View Nature’s Park.
The restobar is located just along the Transcentral Highway road, no need to climb a steep slope going up. It’s just across the Busay Grahe Chapel, and a few meters from Mountain View outer corner. Just look for the Golden Yellow Umbrellas by the road. Parking slots, bicycle stands with lock and is very accessible through the Habal-Habal.
BY CAR/GRAB/TAXI: If you’re bringing your own vehicle or hailing a cab / Grab, just pin your destination to “Green Canopy” in Cebu City. Inform the driver that it located along the main road and just few meters away from the eskinita of Mountain View or Temple of Leah.
BY MOTORBIKE: Ride a motorbike or habal-habal (max of 2 persons per bike), near or surrounding from JY Square Mall in Lahug. Fare is ₱100 per head per way if you’re alone – or ₱150 for 2 people per way. You may need to pay more and schedule ahead if you want a ride back from the city.
We heard you — YOU wanted to know more about the early Halloween hype circulating around Facebook. And this article proves that the “House 104” Haunted / Horror House attraction is LEGIT & TRUE!
Presented and organized by ALFAPRO Events and Promotions, the House 104 is set to open to public this coming September 22, 2018 until November 24, 2018 — just in time for Halloween.
Details
Regular rate: ₱150 per head
Student rate: ₱100 per head (must present a valid ID)
Operating hours: 3PM to 12MN — September 22 to November 24, 2018 only
House Rules
Children 12-14 years old must be accompanied by a guardian
Children under 12 years old are not allowed to enter
A maximum of 6 person per entry
No wearing of high heels
No camcording inside the house
No food and drinks allowed
No flammable materials inside the house
No flashlights
Must listen to the guide inside the house
Don’t touch the things or furnitures inside the house
If caught stealing or damaging our properties penalties are imposed
The management is not liable to any accidents happening due to neglecting with our house rules
People with asthma, highblood pressure and heart problems are not allowed to enter (except with the broken hearted..Ex)
Buying our ticket means you are amending with our guidelines and if anything happens with the guest we are absolutely out of this
No running
Watches, necklaces and earrings must be kept to prevent from losing it
No pushing
Don’t hurt the actors and actresses please
How to get there?
Exact location: 104, V. Ranudo St., Cogon, Ramos, Cebu City — at the back of Velez Hospital, across AA BBQ Ramos branch. This is just 5 minutes away from the Fuente Osmena Circle.
BY JEEPNEY: Ride any jeepney passing through Ramos — 14D from Ayala Center Cebu, or 17B & 04C from Colon. Drop off at Velez College, then walk a little further for 5 minutes until you have reached AA BBQ House where House 104 is just right across.
BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “AA BBQ V. Ranudo Street”. Or refer to the maps below. Parking space is available, but with a fee.
What can we say? These hardworking Sugbuanons definitely know how to chill.
Not just a home to travelers and adventure-seekers, the booming city of Cebu is also a one-stop nightlife venue for those who want to have fun all night long.
So, if you’re in Cebu and looking for some place to just chill, shrug those negative vibes off from work or school. You can definitely choose from a number of good clubs, bars, and cocktail lounges to enjoy the night.
To help you out, we’ve listed some of the best watering holes in the city.
1. Oqtagon
Location: Meerea High Street, Ouano Avenue, North Reclamation Area, Mandaue City
Opening hours: 9PM to 7AM, Mondays to Sundays
Entrance fee: ₱100 (Mondays to Thursdays); ₱200 (Fridays to Sundays)
Contact Number: (032) 383 6174 / 0917 638 4777
Average Cost: Table starts at ₱2,000 (consumable); VIP at ₱4,000 weekday / ₱6,000 weekends (consumable)
So yes, I believe we all need a drink once in a while. Hit these best bars up now! They surely got a lot to offer – from chill to wild and everything in between *winks*.
If you were born and raised in Cebu, do you remember the place or the go-to beach destination of your family or friends when you were little? Back when everything was pretty much more accessible and traffic-stress free.
Interestingly, this roadside cliff in Catmon trended on social media lately. Some shared their memories reliving the good old days, while some expressed their interest in visiting the place. Opened to the public since 1957, Hinagdanan BeachRañola Beach Resort – also known as Kilometer-46 – nestles at the bottom of a roadside cliff in Brgy. Binongkalan, Catmon. It used to be very popular for outings in the north and a top choice for those residing in Catmon during the ’90s.
Photo by Jasmine Maierhofer
Photo by Sheena Sanchez
Rates & Other Information
Rates
• Entrance fee: ₱20 per head
• Cottage use: ₱200-400
• NO CORKAGE FEE
• No room accommodations for overnight stays
Unfortunately, there’s no contact number and official Facebook Page since this is an “inato” type. No need for reservations — first come, first served.
How to get there?
Exact location: Brgy. Binongkalan, Catmnon, Northern Cebu – 2 hours away from the city. This is located just along the highway.
BY BUS: From the North Bus Terminal, ride any bus/mini bus to Catmon. Bus fare is ~₱85 /head (one-way). Inform the driver to drop you off at the beach entrance of KM-46 in Brgy. Binongkalan, Catmon.
BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and search for “Hinagdan Beach Resort(km47)” in Catmon. Parking space is available.
Arizona, the Grand Canyon State? No. This is in Bantayan Island.
Gorgeous and enormous rock formations, a giant cross, and a vast epic view, makes every travelers feet go itching. The Quarry has now become one of Bantayan Island’s pride and most Instagrammable places in Cebu.
It got its name mainly because of the rock formations which are a product of mining/extraction of limestone. The Quarry by definition is a place or a large and deep pit, where stones or other materials have been extracted.
Photo by Lakwatserong Di Laagan
Photo by Neriza Paz Caballero
Photo by Christelle Villacarlos
Photo by Marlon Clint Baluyos
Photo by Marlon Clint Baluyos
Also in the same location of the Quarry is this interesting giant cross, where a church is located just underneath — so avoid making loud noises. There’s also for stations of the cross, it is expected to pay respect to the church when visiting the holy place.
Photo by Meossa Marie Medallo
Note:
• No entrance fee. • Donations for the church are accepted.
How to get there?
Exact location: Brgy. Kabangbang, Bantayan Island, Northern Cebu — 5-6 hours away from Cebu City.
1. Ride a jeep from Sta. Fe port to the Bantayan Proper terminal – ₱25 2. Ride another jeep to Brgy. Kabangbang – less than ₱20 3. Ride a motorcycle from the main road crossing Kabangbang to the quarry – ₱20
For the details on how to get to Bantayan Island from Cebu City, click here.
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Restaurants offering everything unlimited from chicken wings to crabs to seafoods, food festivals here and there, food parks getting nearer to our homes — these are testaments that Cebuanos really love to eat! Most especially if it’s budget-friendly and provides more value than money spent.
Back in 2015, Sugbo Mercado introduced the “food bazaar” setup in Cebu on a regular basis. Undeniably, the concept was warmly accepted, and ever since, food parks have become a craze. Competition is getting tougher but guess what, hungry Cebuanos win! And Sugbo.ph’s Cebu Eats takes you to newest food park in Cebu City — the Yello Cube Food Hub in Wilson St., Lahug Cebu City.
Exact location: 2Wilson Place, Wilson Street, Lahug, Cebu City – near JY Square, across St. Therese Church (behind Shell Gas Station in Lahug).
How to get there details can be found after the photos below.
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How to get there?
Exact location: 2Wilson Place, Wilson Street, Lahug, Cebu City – near JY Square, across St. Therese Church (behind Shell Gas Station in Lahug).
BY CAR / GRAB: Just pin your location to “St. Therese Church Lahug”, and navigate via Waze or Google Maps. Parking space is available.
BY JEEP: Ride any jeepney going to JY Square. Or:
– 04L from SM City Cebu (near APM Mall)
– 17B/C from USC Main (near Jollibee)
– 04C from Colon via Ramos
– 04H – from Colon via Jones
– 04D from Carbon via Jones
Apparently, it’s the best time to be alive and living or residing in the Queen City of the South. With affordable all-you-can-eat eateries and restaurants sprouting around the metro, everyone — especially those who love to eat — is a winner, privileged with so many options. And perhaps just like you, I literally giggle every time I see anything unlimited.
Adding to our eat-all-you-can list is Mr. Crab with UNLIMITED Crabs served in four flavors. Currently, it has 3 branches in Cebu: (1) Tambayan sa Lacion in Consolacion, (2) Tambayan sa Bulacao, and (3) Capitol Site – near NBI / Capitol.
Photo by Diana Alipova
Rates:
– ₱199 ₱399 /head for UNLI steamed crabs (10AM-2PM from Mondays to Sundays)
– No time limit!
– NO UNLI option for Dinner Time (updated as of August 13, 2018)
+₱50 one-time payment for 4 flavors
+₱35 per cup of rice (no unli)
+₱50 for the drinks
Operating hours: 10AM – 12MN, Mondays to Sundays
Contact number: (032) 318-5419
Branches:
• Tambayan sa Lacion – Consolacion (10AM to 12MN)
• Tambayan sa Bulacao (5PM to 12MN)
• Capitol Site, near Yakski, NBI Office and Hotel Asia (10am-2pm and 5pm-10pm)
FOOD MENU:
Mr. Crab – Capitol Branch
How to get there?
Exact location: Mr. Crab, Capitol Site, Cebu City — near NBI Satellite Office, Yakski, or Hotel Asia.
BY TAXI/GRAB: Pin the location to “Mr. Crab Capitol”, but to be sure, you can also set it to “Hotel Asia”. If the taxi driver is unfamiliar, just tell him to drop you off at Hotel Asia Capitol or NBI Satellite Office Capiton.
BY JEEPNEY: You can ride any PUJ that will pass through the capitol, 14D, 04H, 17D – or, 12L from Ayala. Drop off at Capitol, then walk for 5 minutes going to Mr. Crab. Ask around where you can find NBI Office or Hotel Asia, or you may navigate with Google Maps.
BY CAR: On Waze or Google Maps, pin the location to “Mr. Crab Capitol”, but to be sure, you can also set it to “Hotel Asia”. Parking space is available.
