Inside Gastro Park Kapitolyo: A look at all 15 food stalls
Photo by Paolo Abad/Rappler
MANILA, Philippines – Where can you find an aligue-shrimp slaw sandwich, ice cream made using liquid nitrogen, a gigantic shake with cotton candy on top, and a burger patty squeezed between glazed doughnut buns – all in one place?
Already a popular spot for diners looking for different options, Kapitolyo is also home to the Gastro Park, where 15 stalls serve unique and interesting eats catering to every taste or fancy.
Photo by Paolo Abad/Rappler
Photo by Paolo Abad/Rappler
The dishes are affordable – you can get a full meal at around P100 – but you may want to bring a group of friends and order plenty to share; that way, you get to try a selection from the stalls.
Though not everything you order may be to your taste, the fun is in trying out the various combinations and creations from every outlet. And if you've ever been out to dinner with a group where everyone wants something else, this is a great solution.
We've tried out a few of Gastro Park's offerings (not everything – there are too many options!), photographed below. Here's a good look at what the 15 stalls have to offer:
Sweet Nothing
Birthday cake shake (P130). Photo by Paolo Abad/Rappler
At Gastro Park, Sweet Nothing is the place to get your milkshake fix. Their fun, quirky designs are great for photos, too.
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Surfries
Kaboom! (P145) – smoked bacon, cheese sauce, and spring onions. Photo by Paolo Abad/Rappler
Surfries sells regular fries with flavor, and specialty fries too.
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Japbox
Katsudon (P130). Photo by Paolo Abad/Rappler
If you're craving Japanese food, Japbox serves Japanese takeout – tempura, noodles, maki, and more.
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Tokyo Tempura Unlimited
Tempura bucket (P105). Photo by Paolo Abad/Rappler
As their name suggests, everything at Tokyo Tempura is cooked tempura-style, whether it's shrimp, squid, or cheese. They even have an all-you-can-eat shrimp tempura for P199!
Stuffed by Offbeat
Offbeat burger (P160). Photo by paolo Abad/Rappler
Stuffed by Offbeat is a burger stall where you can have your cheeseburger's patty, bacon, and egg sandwiched between a glazed doughnut.
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Para
Aligue-shrimp slaw (P220)
Para is a jeepney-shaped food truck which sells sandwiches inspired by Filipino dishes.
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Brick Plate
Pulled pork pizza (P170). Photo by Paolo Abad/Rappler
Italian with a twist, you can choose between pizza, pasta, or ribs at Brick Plate.
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Tolyo's Soup N' Grill
Grilled seasoned boneless bangus (P245). Photo by Paolo Abad/Rappler
Whether it's bulalo or barbecue, Tolyo's Soup N' Grill has you covered.
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Chixy9
Chixisaw (P69, a la carte; P99, meal). Photo by Wyatt Ong/Rappler
Craving fried chicken after a long day? Chixy9 serves fried chicken along with chicken isaw, chicken skin, and chicken pops.
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Niku-Q
Asuparabekon (pork with asparagus, P45). Photo by Wyatt Ong/Rappler
Niku-Q sells yakitori in any kind of meat you want. You can order rice to go with it too.
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El Phante
Sriracha carnitas street tacos (smokey hu mu palu/sliced pork ears, P150). Photo by Wyatt Ong/Rappler
Want nachos with your pad thai? El Phante's got you covered with their Thai-Mexican street food.
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Masala Bar
Beef Masala (with pico de gallo and rice, P165). Photo by Wyatt Ong/Rappler
Masala Bar serves Indian food with a twist, including quesadillas, curries, and wraps, all with rice or pita bread.
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7th Element
Avocado ice cream (P150). Photo by Wyatt Ong/Rappler
This stall serves ice cream with a twist. Order what you want and watch the servers blast a liquid ice cream mix with liquid nitrogen until it's frozen and creamy.
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Wok
Char kway teow (P120). Photo by Wyatt Ong/Rappler
Wok sells Singaporean street food, including nasi goreng, char kway teow, and more.
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Bagneto
Bagnet rice (P125). Photo by Paolo Abad/Rappler
Aside from Bagnet, Bagneto also serves classic Filipino favorites like sisig and and kare-kare.
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Did anything catch your eye? Will you be visiting soon? Let us know in the comments below. – Rappler.com
Gastro Park Kapitolyo is located at 12 1st St, Barangay Kapitolyo, Pasig City. Open: Monday to Sunday, 12nn to 12mn
