The island of Siquijor has seen us come and go quite a few times—we’re smitten! On our latest visit we decided to spend a little over a week re‑exploring places like Salagdoong Beach, hunting for new waterfalls, or once again putting ourselves in the hands of the mystical hilot, all while continuing to expand our comprehensive Siquijor Guide. Since we’re serious foodies and know you like to find the best spots to eat on each island, we took the chance to research the best restaurants where to eat in Siquijor. From carinderias serving local delights to Italian restaurants worthy of Rome itself, these are the places your palate can’t miss.
Since a large share of travelers choose to stay in the San Juan area or nearby, we’re going to split this guide into two sections—one for those in that area (handy if you’re looking for something close to your accommodation) and another for restaurants located elsewhere. At the end you’ll also find a few suggestions for bars in Siquijor, if you’re in the mood.
Stick with us as we tell you which are the best restaurants in Siquijor.
Where to eat in Siquijor: San Juan area
This part of the island is packed with restaurants and bars, so you won’t be short of options. Here are the ones we’ve liked the most among those we’ve tried.
Belle’s Beach Bar
Belle’s Beach Bar is one of those places that “has it all.” Set right on the seafront, it offers one of the most chill spots to enjoy the sunset in Siquijor with a beer, cocktail, or fresh juice in hand. Right in front of you, a few kilometers away, you can clearly see Apo Island and watch the sun set beside it from the restaurant’s terrace‑garden.
But it’s not just the privileged views—the menu is delicious, too. We’re not exaggerating when we say we’ve had the best Spanish tortilla in the Philippines here. You’ll also find homemade croquettes, hummus, falafel, pita, patatas bravas, pancakes, burgers… and don’t forget Filipino desserts like the classic mango float. Vegan/vegetarian? You won’t be short of choices—this is your spot!
Need internet? Besides a great menu and an exceptional angle for sunset, they have Starlink satellite connection, so you can work without dropouts or make a video call to your parents to make them jealous.
Prices are around 200–350 per dish, which we find quite reasonable. Also, the service is friendly and fairly quick. They’re open from very early morning through dinner every day except Mondays.
Dolce Amore Siquijor
Just thinking about it already makes our mouths water—what a delightful kitchen! Dolce Amore is not only one of our favorite restaurants where to eat in Siquijor but perhaps our favorite Italian in the whole country. We’re not exaggerating when we say every one of their dishes strikes us as a true marvel.
The stuffed pasta is the star for us, but the pizzas, rice dishes, and desserts are absolutely up to the mark. If you don’t eat meat or fish, they have several vegan (including vegan mozzarella) and vegetarian options and they’re always willing to adapt dishes for you.
Another area where this restaurant really shines is the excellent service and the young Italian couple who own it. They’re super attentive and—something that doesn’t always happen in the Philippines—very quick to cook and serve.
The only thing is that on our latest post‑pandemic visit to Siquijor, we saw they’ve gotten a bit carried away with the prices… Not just the food—90 pesos for a tiny bottle of water is wild. They’re almost at European levels. The quality and service are still outstanding, yes, but it’s become more of a “special” place than somewhere to go often—especially if you came to the Philippines hoping to spend a bit less than back home.
They’ve also opened a very top resort with a pool: Dolce Amore Resort Siquijor
Aroi Makmak Thai station cafe and restaurant
In recent years, new breezes have reached the island and we keep finding better places to eat in Siquijor. One of the latest additions is this lovely, well‑kept seaside restaurant specializing in Thai food—the real deal (except for the pad thai, which, while tasty, isn’t quite like what you’d have in Thailand). We were told one of the owners lived there and brings many of the ingredients, which likely has a lot to do with it.
We liked it so much the first night that we went back several more times, and we can confirm the curries are excellent and the portions are pretty decent. You can adjust the spice level if you’re not a big chili fan. They also have a good selection of tofu dishes perfect for vegans and vegetarians.
Prices fall in the 250–450‑peso range, if you want to estimate what you’ll spend. The good news is they provide “service water,” so you’ll save a little.
Wonderland
One of our island staples where we’ve eaten several times. Seriously, the food here is INSANE. The menu has changed over time, but as of today we can say the “Scrambled Tofu Meal” is a treat.
Whether you’re vegan/vegetarian or not, you have to come try it for its strong value for money (ok, it’s not cheap, but portions are generous and they make tons of things themselves, including the “cheeses” and the tofu) and the good vibes you’ll feel here. It’s a hostel with a very spacious restaurant built entirely of wood and low tables where, on top of that, the internet is very good. So it won’t be unusual to see people working on their laptops, and they also have pretty decent coffee. Plus, they’ve got a nice selection of board games, including Catan, special Monopoly editions, etc.
If you’re looking for something more social in Siquijor, you should know they have activities almost every night and the odd yoga class during the day. When you enter, on the right‑hand side, there’s a board you can check. Also, this restaurant in Siquijor is on the way to Paliton Beach, the best beach on the island.
If you like to plan ahead, they also do communal dinners for 400 pesos per person at 19:30. You need to sign up in advance.
Warung Balay | Asian and Vegetarian
Heads‑up with this recommendation for eating in Siquijor because it’s one of the best. It’s a mix between a carinderia and a warung (Indonesian local eateries) where they serve ready‑made food at super good prices (between 200 and 300 pesos, depending on the number of options you choose). They always have several vegetarian and vegan choices, and the menu changes by the day, so you can keep coming back.
Bear in mind that as it’s increasingly popular, it’s common for food to run out by dinner time, so it’s better to go at midday. They also provide fresh filtered water, which is perfectly safe to drink.
Wakanda
At Wakanda, from the moment you go down the stairs, the waitresses greet you with a big smile and make you feel at home (especially if Rafa serves you). The lovely decor, the music, the vibe, and the garden are just the prelude to a very varied menu backed by excellent ingredients. Craving a burger? From vegan to wagyu. Longing for home‑style food? Order a salmorejo or some patatas bravas. Cannelloni, meatballs, calamari… Check out the menu because there’s a bit of everything, and don’t forget to try their cocktails.
But Wakanda isn’t “just about eating”—besides the food offering, they fill the week with different plans like bachata classes on Mondays, live music on Tuesdays, a market on Wednesdays, or paella on Sundays. Sounds like a plan, right?
Roch Cuisine, a curious little spot to eat in Siquijor
We passed by here every day and saw some little tables right in front of the sea around a small stall… It didn’t take us long to stop and discover it was one of the best places to eat in Siquijor. They only open in the afternoon, a bit before sunset, and the food starts running out a little before 19:00, so you’ll have to do an early dinner—totally worth it.
The candlelit tables by the sea, the kindness of the owners, the wide variety of Filipino dishes (including lots of vegan and vegetarian options), the prices, the great atmosphere and—most importantly—the mango float! won us over. 100000% RECOMMENDED.
Shaka
We’ve talked about Shaka in many places (Dónde comer en Siargao, Dónde comer en Moalboal, Dónde comer en Bohol…) because it’s a sort of chain of healthy bites, especially smoothie bowls packed with fruit and granola. Everything is vegan and they have a few nice lunch items like quesadillas and quinoa bowls. Prices are around 300–350 pesos, which we think is fair.
In Siquijor’s case, they’re located in a very cool part of San Juan, with one of the best stretches of beach where you can swim even at low tide, so eating here is a great plan—you can hop in the water while you wait for your food. Note that they don’t open for dinner, only from 7:00 to 18:00.
OceanBowls
Located at Barefoot Backpackers, a hostel by the main road, this small restaurant opened in early 2025 and won us over with its huge burgers. Still, as the name suggests, they also have rice‑based bowls and other Filipino dishes like kaldereta and sisig. There are tons of vegetarian and vegan options and the value for money is great—you can leave absolutely stuffed for 200 pesos.
On Wednesdays, from 19:00 to 21:00, they usually do a buffet with live music, but it’s best to ask them on Instagram first. The owner is also lovely and speaks a bit of Spanish.
OceanBowls Bistro Siquijor
The spot above has a little sibling on Paliton Beach, specifically on its smallest section, which appears on Google Maps as Cangbusyo Beach. They also serve bowls, burgers, and tacos at very reasonable prices (200–250 pesos) with vegan or vegetarian alternatives. It’s true they’re not fast at all—the first time we ate there it took about 40 minutes—so it’s better to treat it as going to the beach to relax (it’s super pretty) and your lunch will arrive when it’s ready.
Here, besides OceanBowls, you’ll find several stalls (pizza, cocktails, etc.) open roughly from 11:00 to 18:00 so you can enjoy a full beach day.
Dagsa
Dagsa sits right in the heart of the places to eat in Siquijor around San Juan. Its decor is one of its strong suits: thanks to the huge root‑made lamps and warm lighting, it offers a unique atmosphere. Plus, it has different areas where you can enjoy both your meal and the live music that accompanies dinner every night. You can choose between tables closest to the stage to soak up the music, those farther away for a quieter evening, or a zone full of cushions and poufs where you can sit comfortably right at floor level.
Since it’s a big venue with a rather small kitchen, it’s very likely you’ll have to wait a bit longer than usual for your food. So a cold beer, a little patience, and their live music will be your best allies while you wait. Although it’s very popular, for us the dishes aren’t epic or memorable, but portions are generous and it’s a pleasant place for a nice dinner, with options ranging from pizza to classic Filipino fare.
Monkey Bussines
Monkey Bussines, in addition to offering accommodation, is another of the most popular places to eat in Siquijor around San Juan. It’s located right across from Dagsa.
As you’ll see on the menu, they offer a wide variety of burger types (pretty big and very tasty) alongside classics like chicken curry, fried chicken with rice, adobo, or pancit. They also have a few vegetarian dishes, so there are options for those who don’t eat meat.
Monkey Bussines also offers live music frequently but, in our opinion, they go a bit overboard with the volume and if you’re close to the stage you may end up shouting. Thanks to their starters menu featuring onion rings, nuggets, fried cheese sticks, or fries (this place is paradise for fried‑food lovers), it’s a good spot to grab a beer and some bites after a day exploring Siquijor. Prices aren’t super cheap, but they’re not outrageous either.
You can check accommodation prices here: Stay at Monkey Business
Restaurant at White Villas Resort
This hotel was, as we told you in the article “Dormir en White Villas Resort,” our home for more than two weeks on our second‑to‑last visit. Its restaurant, which you can go to even if you’re not a guest, organizes “dinners by the sea” several nights a week. If you fancy something different and special, this is a great opportunity. Besides their regular menu, on these days when they offer the chance to dine right on Siquijor’s beach they also set up a big barbecue where they cook meats and fresh fish.
If you want the full experience, you can go a bit earlier and also take advantage of their happy hour. Sipping a daiquiri while watching the sunset in Siquijor is priceless!
If you want to stay at White Villas Resort and also enjoy their full buffet breakfast, you can take a look here: White Villlas Resort
Baha Bar
We’re stepping a little outside the San Juan area (though not too far) to keep discovering the best places to eat in Siquijor. Our first stop is Baha Bar, a restaurant that—had it been closer to our accommodation—would’ve seen us more often, as it has a very cool vibe and a varied, tasty menu that we like more than Dagsa’s or Monkey Business’s.
Their menu includes kids’ options, gluten‑free, vegan, and vegetarian choices. Dishes range from burgers and pizzas (check out their wood‑fired oven!) to Filipino classics with a modern twist. To wash it all down, they also have a good list of craft beers.
We liked everything we ate there, but we highly recommend trying the Eggplant Salad—a Filipino delight for your palate. If Baha Bar is near your accommodation and you pop in for breakfast, you may also like to know that, in addition to their various food options, they serve a very nice Arabica coffee.
Napoli Caffé Ristorante Italiano
Napoli Caffé is another of those places that makes us salivate just remembering it as we write. With a revamped location and a nicer restaurant, sit down, look over the menu, and pick the crepe that grabs you most (though their star—and the one we recommend—is the Crepe Parmegiani). Once you take a bite, an explosion of flavor is guaranteed.
If you happen to run into the owners, a super nice Italian and a very capable Filipina named Claudia, you’ll be able to chat with them and see how much they care about doing things right and how hard they work to bring the best products directly from Italy. He treated us to the best limoncello we’ve ever had and, best of all, he made it himself with green lemon brought from Italy.
If you’re still hungry—or just want to keep the party going on your palate—try their milkshakes or one of their sweet crepes for dessert. We didn’t get to try the coffee, but many travelers have raved about it to us and, given our experience, we believe it 100%.
Luca Loko
Luca Loko may be the place to eat in Siquijor with the most healthy options on the island. If you’re after those tasty and nutritious (and photogenic) breakfast smoothies that mix fruits, seeds, and berries, this is your spot. They also serve delicious Buddha Bowls offering a mix of flavors ranging from country‑style potatoes, tofu, and seasonal vegetables to a tasty peanut sauce.
On top of that, they offer a wide variety of dishes of all kinds, cooked with lots of care: gnocchi, meats, assorted salads, Italian cold cuts, a good range of vegetarian and vegan options, and a “Fusion” section blending international plates with Filipino basics. As at Baha Bar, they’ve got a noteworthy list of craft beers.
Expect prices between 250 and 450 pesos. It’s not cheap, but with inflation and the island’s growing fame, it’s roughly average.
Tahanan
Dolce Amore has found a worthy contender nearby. The pizzas here have nothing to envy theirs and cost almost half, with prices between 230 and 350 pesos. Expect a delicious Italian‑style dough and quality ingredients. Plus, the place is great, with a cool balcony overlooking Solangon Beach—so we recommend going by day or at sunset.
If you’re not in the mood for pizza today, know that they also have a selection of Japanese dishes, including gyozas (we can confirm they’re really good) and a variety of sushi.
Bars in Siquijor (San Juan)
We also want to leave you some bar recommendations that we think are cool—both for enjoying the sunset and for a bit more of a “boogie.”
Bucafe (Bukid Cafe)
This is possibly the best‑known bar in Siquijor today. As you can see in the photo, it’s located up in the hills, though it’s easily accessible from San Juan, so it gives us wonderful views of the island itself, Negros in the background and—if you come at the right time—the sunset.
The bar is very spacious, with large tables, but the star is the terrace, where there’s also a net suspended over nature to lie down in the front row and soak up the natural spectacle. Besides shakes (we weren’t crazy about the mango), they serve cocktails and cold beers. They also have food, though we can’t comment on it as we only went for drinks.
Bear in mind they’re a bit slow serving and this is one of the most popular places on the island, so it’s essential to go well before sunset (we suggest at least 40 minutes early) to get a good spot.
Jungle Kingdoms Cafe and Bar
Another option for a view‑tastic sunset is the bar/restaurant of this cute little hotel also on the mountainside. The decor is much nicer than Bucafe’s, though it’s also much smaller and lower down, so the sun slips behind the vegetation and you don’t get to see it drop into the sea.
That said, they have tasty food options (especially the paninis) and cocktail happy hour, which we really enjoyed. Plus, the internet connection is Starlink, so it runs silky smooth.
Coral Cay, ideal for sunset
On past visits to Siquijor we stayed at Coral Cay—basic but comfortable cabins by the sea—and had the chance to eat at their restaurant. Although everything they made for us was good, we didn’t include it in the list of where to eat in Siquijor for that reason. What we do recommend Coral Cay for is one of our favorite places to enjoy the sunset in Siquijor. Grab yourself a cold beer (or whatever you fancy) and marvel at one of the islands with the most epic sunsets.
You can check the accommodation here: Coral Cay Resort.
JJ’s Backpackers
If it’s a big party you’re after, Fridays at this hostel get wild—and not just with foreigners. Young people from all over the island come because there’s live music and the vibe is great. There’s a 10‑peso entrance fee, but it’s worth it—even just to see it or sit at one of the tables by the sea.
Saturdays are lively too, but calmer.
Rumbar
Another option right on San Juan Beach that’s perfect for sunset if what you want is peace and quiet, as it doesn’t usually get crowded. As you can see below, they have several little tables right on the sand and serve cold beers, cocktails (with imported options), and a few small bites. Don’t expect anything fancy, but it’s another option.
More bars in Siquijor
Here are a few more alternatives:
- Get Wrecked Beach & Sports Bar: a bar where expats in San Juan tend to gather. It’s good for sunset because they serve the beer really cold.
- Don Juan Bar and Restaurant: it’s true that finding cold beer can be tricky, but it sits on such a nice part of San Juan Beach that we recommend it. Plus, they usually have live music on weekends.
- Belle’s Beach Bar: we already mentioned it in the restaurants section of where to eat in Siquijor, but it’s also a cool place for a drink, especially at sunset, since you get beautiful views from its terrace/clifftop. The juices (our favorite is calamansi), shakes, and cocktails are all good.
- Nakabalo Guesthouse: we haven’t tried the food, but this hotel not far from San Juan is TOP for sunset thanks to its location up high. It has a gorgeous infinity pool you can use even if you’re not a guest for 1,000 pesos (500 of which are consumable).
Other places to eat in Siquijor (outside San Juan)
If you’re heading out to explore the island (which we strongly recommend), here are some other places to eat in Siquijor that you’ll like.
NoyNoy’s Eatery
If you’re around the Lazi area visiting the church, the oldest convent in all of Asia, or coming from Cambugahay Falls, you’ll see that there aren’t many places to eat in this area. In addition to various tourist‑oriented restaurants, Siquijor obviously also has carinderias, the typical Filipino eateries where you choose from ready‑made dishes in the different little pots they show you.
Well then, we went to NoyNoy’s Eatery on one of our latest visits and can confirm it’s as tasty as on one of our first trips in 2015. Don’t expect a place with frills (quite the opposite), but if you’re looking to eat cheap, tasty, and well, pop in here.
Twenty4 Restaurant and Burger Bar
We can say, without the slightest doubt, that this is currently one of the best restaurants in Siquijor. Almost hidden on Lazi’s main street, its menu blew our minds with well‑crafted dishes, good prices, and a vegan/vegetarian selection that’s amazing. Unfortunately, in most places in the Philippines you can no longer find smoothies and juices for under 100 pesos—but here you can, and they’re fantastic (try the pineapple, calamansi, and moringa—TOP).
As for the food, there’s basically everything—from Filipino dishes like humba to pizzas and sandwiches, along with falafel (very good, by the way) and novelties like “fried fish” made with banana blossom (seriously, delicious). Add to that prices around 250 pesos and homemade (and not overly sweet) bread, and nothing can go wrong. We really recommend it.
This place has a branch just as you leave Lazi heading east which, in addition to the same menu, sells a delicious artisan bread that can be hard to find in the Philippines.
Salagdoong Cafe, the restaurant at Salagdoong Beach
We wrap up this list of the best restaurants in Siquijor with a classic for anyone visiting the famous Salagdoong Beach. The most touristy beach in Siquijor, besides offering the well‑known cliff where you can jump if you’re brave enough, has a large restaurant. The menu focuses on typical Filipino fare with the usual Asian varieties. If you don’t arrive hungry enough, it’s also ideal for some cold beers and a bit of picapica like lumpia, chicken fingers, calamari, and shrimp.
For an extra fee, it’s possible to eat not in the restaurant itself but in one of the huts by the sea and also use it to leave your things while you go for a swim.
More restaurants in Siquijor
As we mentioned, there are more and more places to eat in Siquijor or go out partying. In fact, we predict it’s one of the islands that’s going to take off the most in the coming years in terms of tourism. Here are a few more suggestions:
- Carenderia De Seanlhyan Fast Food: this is the restaurant at Tagbalayon Lodging House (a good and cheap place to stay) and it offers great value if you want to try Filipino food—but freshly cooked, since it’s not a place with pots of ready‑made dishes. Nice breakfasts, too.
- Shikihoru: if you’re craving sushi, this is your spot. They also have ramen, rice bowls, and a few vegetarian or vegan options.
- Mr. Sumo Siquijor: more central, but we like it less than the previous one and it’s a bit pricier. Figure around 320–350 pesos for 8 pieces. Pricey, but you get far more than it would cost you in Spain.
- Jainin’s Cafe: cute little cafe with espressos for 70 pesos.
- Kape de Guyod: almost the only place on the island with truly good coffee—expensive, but good. They also have crepes, pastries, cookies… A good spot for breakfast in Siquijor.
- Kahinam Coffee: less “elegant,” but the coffee is good and so are the crepes.
- Charl’s Burger: if you pass through Siquijor town, this humble spot run by Charl and his son serves tasty burgers for almost laughable prices.
Map of places to eat in Siquijor
To make it easier to locate all the recommended restaurants in Siquijor, we’ve prepared this map with each one pinned. Enjoy!
Plus, don’t miss our Siquijor guide, where we share all the little secrets of one of our favorite islands.
If you have any recommendations on where to eat in Siquijor, we’ll be happy to read them in the comments!
