Good to know
Good to Know
- Most restaurants in Moalboal accept cash only—bring enough PHP or visit an ATM
- No reservations available at most restaurants; expect queues during peak dinner hours (6-8pm)
- Nomad cluster is Panagsama Beach area where restaurants are within walking distance of each other
- All nearby restaurants are within 5-10 minutes walking from beach accommodations
- Sea urchin is seasonal (Dec-Feb); prefer locally abundant fish like mackerel and sardines for sustainability
- Carinderias (local eateries) scattered throughout town offer authentic Filipino home-cooked food at cheapest prices
- Food quality and freshness are consistently praised; seafood particularly noted as fresh and high-quality
- Dining scene is laid-back and friendly despite tourist traffic; no exploitation seen compared to other Philippine tourist destinations
Supermarkets
Gaisano Grand Mall
- Hours
- Supermarket 8am-7pm; Department Store 9am-6:30pm
- Location
- Poblacion East, Central Moalboal
- Notes
- Main shopping destination with supermarket, department store, and food court
SM Supermarket
- Location
- Central Moalboal
- Notes
- Available for grocery shopping
KJ Fairmart
- Location
- Central Moalboal
- Notes
- Grocery and shopping option with pharmacy and food kiosks
Moalboal Public Market
- Location
- Central Market Area
- Notes
- Local wet market for fresh produce, seafood, and local goods
Budget
Ven'z Kitchen
- Price Range
- ₱200
- Neighborhood
- Panagsama Beach
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Authentic Filipino (chicken sisig, pork adobo, kare-kare)
Hungry Monkeys
- Price Range
- ₱220
- Neighborhood
- Panagsama Beach
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Filipino, International (chicken halag, mango float)
The Three Bears
- Price Range
- ₱320
- Neighborhood
- Central Moalboal
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Burgers and comfort food (homemade fries, veggie burger)
Smooth Cafe
- Price Range
- ₱250
- Neighborhood
- Panagsama Beach
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Coffee, light Filipino fusion (vegan adobo burger, wraps)
High End
Hummusta
- Price Range
- ₱550
- Neighborhood
- Panagsama Beach area
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Middle Eastern (falafel, hummus, shakshuka, pita)
Arista Restaurant @ Quo Vadis
- Price Range
- ₱700
- Neighborhood
- Central Moalboal
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Fine dining international cuisine
Mid Range
Trattoria Altrove
- Price Range
- ₱450
- Neighborhood
- Panagsama Beach
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Italian (Neapolitan pizza, fresh pasta, risotto)
Kugita Seafood & Charcoal Grill
- Price Range
- ₱500
- Neighborhood
- Panagsama Beach
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Fusion seafood and sushi (sushi rolls, tomahawk chops)
Tan-Aw (Lantaw) Restaurant
- Price Range
- ₱400
- Neighborhood
- Panagsama Beach
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Filipino and Asian fusion (grilled tuna, ceviche)
Last Filling Station
- Price Range
- ₱380
- Neighborhood
- Central Moalboal
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Thai and Filipino with pizza (Thai curry, brick oven pizza)
Delivery Services
Most Restaurants Cash-only
- Notes
- Limited delivery services; most establishments in Panagsama Beach area are walkable. No reservations available at most restaurants.
International Cuisine
Italian
- Description
- Strong Italian presence with pizza, pasta, and risotto options at Trattoria Altrove and other venues
Thai
- Description
- Thai cuisine available at Last Filling Station, Parrot Resort, and other establishments
Greek
- Description
- My Greek Taverna offers authentic Greek dishes including meze, gyros, and grilled meats
Middle Eastern
- Description
- Hummusta specializes in falafel, hummus, shakshuka, and other Middle Eastern fare
Asian Fusion
- Description
- Tan-Aw offers Thai, Indonesian, Chinese, Filipino, and Indian fusion dishes
Local Must Try Dishes
Sinugba
- Description
- Freshly grilled seafood (fish, squid, shrimp) cooked on the beach with simple seasonings
Kinilaw
- Description
- Filipino-style ceviche made with raw fish (tanigue or tuna) cured in vinegar, calamansi juice and ginger
Linarang Na Isda
- Description
- Sour fish stew made with tomatoes, green mango and spices, commonly eaten on rainy days
Torta De Moalboal
- Description
- Local sponge cake made with tuba (coconut wine) and lard, traditionally eaten for breakfast or as afternoon snack
Ginamos
- Description
- Cebu's fermented fish paste with strong salty taste, used as dipping sauce or mixed into dishes
Pork Sinigang
- Description
- Sour stew made with tamarind, pork and vegetables, a Filipino comfort food classic
Vegan And Vegetarian Dining
- Description
- Moalboal has a growing vegan and vegetarian scene, with several dedicated and friendly options available across budget and mid-range categories.
Venues
Hungry Veggies Moalboal
- Price Range
- ₱250
- Neighborhood
- El Mercado de Moalboal
- Description
- Vegetarian restaurant offering 100% vegan options including burgers, stir-fry, mushrooms, curry, schnitzel, and fresh salads
Shaka Cafe
- Price Range
- ₱200
- Neighborhood
- Panagsama Beach
- Description
- Health-focused cafe with smoothie bowls, fresh juices, power bowls made with organic fruits and vegetables, and vegan-friendly options
Ven'z Kitchen
- Price Range
- ₱200
- Neighborhood
- Panagsama Beach
- Description
- Haven for vegans and vegetarians with extensive plant-based menu including vegan adobo burger made with banana heart, mango float
Smooth Cafe
- Price Range
- ₱250
- Neighborhood
- Panagsama Beach
- Description
- Offers vegan-friendly wraps, quinoa salads, and plant-based options alongside coffee and breakfast items
Michelin Restaurants
- Note
- No Michelin-starred restaurants in Moalboal
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026
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