Halo-Halo exceeded every expectation

I went in with low expectations — I'd had mediocre versions before. What I found was Halo-Halo made with real commitment to patis fish sauce and technique. The subtly sweet and sour result was more complex and satisfying than anything I'd had before.

Filipino adobo was the Spanish colonisers' term for the indigenous vinegar and salt preservation technique. The a family birthday lechón was exactly right for this kind of eating. San Miguel beer was offered as the natural choice and it elevated everything. When a dish you thought you knew surprises you completely, that's worth celebrating. Five stars without hesitation.