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Best halo-halo in the Philippines |
The Best Halo-Halo Spots in the Philippines
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Where to find the best and the least halo-halo in the Philippines
Bebang halo-halo in pandan, special and cinnamon flavors |
Bebang. With its only branch at Shaw Blvd. Mandaluyong City, Bebang online orders sometimes need to schedule in advance to accommodate halo-halo fanatics. Bebang halo-halo is said to serve the creamiest shaved iced in the market today. Mixed with all the good stuff in it depending on your choice. Must try is the Royal halo-halo variant bragging about edible 24-karat gold shavings.
Icebergs halo-halo |
Icebergs. A dessert café chain that offers a wide variety of halo-halo with different toppings and flavors. One of the best halo-halo in town! This brand has been a halo-halo icon since the 90's. They served it with house-made macapuno, and topped with ice cream, leche flan and ube yum generously.
Manila Hotel. The hotel's signature halo-halo is a must try at the iconic lobby lounge or at the retro vibe of Tap Room.
Kabigting's halo-halo |
Kabigting's. Originated from Arayat, Pampanga, since 1970. What sets Kabigting apart from other brands? Less ingredients are used in Pampanga. It's similar to a competitiveness game where the challenge is to use the fewest ingredients possible to create an exceptionally delicious halo-halo flavor. Kabigting created a mixture with three main components: corn kernels, pastillas prepared from carabao milk, and sweet beans halaya. The outcome won over their kababayans, and the Kabigting family is today well-known for its distinctive halo-halo flavor.
Aling Banang's. San Juan City's finest halo-halo ice cream and their famous pancit since 1930's. Up to this day, the heirloom recipe and the stall remains in the carinderia style outlet.
Susie's Cuisine halo-halo |
Susie's Cuisine. Since 1972, Susie's Cuisine has operated a restaurant. Encouraged by her family and close friends who enjoyed her food, Anicia Ayson opened Susie's and subsequently learned that the Kapampangans also adored her food. The halo-halo is a must try as it uses fresh ingredients.
Razon's halo-halo |
Razon's of Guagua. Known for its minimalist take on halo-halo, featuring creamy leche flan, macapuno (coconut sport), and sweet banana slices.
Contis halo-halo |
Contis. Filipino-style shaved ice loaded with fruits, sweetened beans, and jellies, topped with ice cream, milk, Leche flan, and purple yam jam, is known as Halo-halo Special.
Chowking and Jollibee. A popular fast-food chains offering a commercialized but still delicious version of halo-halo.
Goldilocks halo-halo |
Goldilocks. A lesser sweet halo-halo suit for the target-market of Goldilocks.
Mang Inasal halo-halo |
Mang Inasal. A chain restaurant that offers a unique twist on halo-halo, with ube (purple yam) and leche flan toppings.
Don Juan Boodle House halo-halo |
Don Juan Boodle House (Taal, Batangas). In close proximity to the Taal Public Market. After the boodle fight supper, travelers think their halo-halo is just plain delicious.
Leo and Ghie halo-halo |
Leo and Ghie Restaurant (Taal, Batangas). Located in Butong, Taal. The restaurant is known for lomi overload and halo-halo served in buco.
Fajardo's halo-halo |
Fajardo's Halo-halo (Cuyapo, Nueva Ecija. The halo-halo "pwesto' (stalls) has already made a name among locals at at the halo-halo strip of Cuyapo Public Market. Managed by 3rd generation of the Villena's to Fajardo, hence the name transfer.
Other lesser halo-halo brands:
They are known for their simplicity and use of finely shaved ice and a mixture of fruit slices and sweet dry fruit
UP Diliman halo-halo |
Sta. Isabel, Calapan, Oriental Mindoro halo-halo |
Ever Gotesco halo-halo on the go |
Tips for Finding the Best Halo-Halo
Ask locals for recommendations. They often know the best spots that may not be as well-known to tourists.
Seek out locations that are crowded. Popular spots usually have a reason for their popularity, though this isn't always a guarantee of quality.
Look up reviews online. Check reviews online to get a sense of what to expect. Websites like Google Maps, TripAdvisor, or food blogs can give you an idea can be very helpful in making your dessert decisions.
Possibly Less Satisfying Halo-Halo Places:
Generic street food stalls. While some may offer decent halo-halo, quality can vary widely, and hygiene might be a concern.
Some small, unknown eateries. Like street food vendors, the quality and ingredients may not always live up to expectations.
Fast-food restaurants not renowned for their desserts. Although many fast-food chains serve halo-halo, their renditions may lack the taste or authenticity of those found in dessert or halo-halo shops.
Keep in mind that halo-halo is a highly customizable dessert, so what might be the best for one person could be the least satisfying for another depending on individual taste preferences!
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