Craving for steak? Don’t know where to eat? Looking for the perfect place to dine? Good food is one of my weaknesses and there are several resto that I have visited which I believe are worth the review.

HOUSE OF MINIS- this is a sit down full service resto. This is one of those few places that managed to bring back a sense of nostalgia once you step in. I have been to their branch along C5 and the place is pretty neat. With dim lights, wooden panels and red plaid tablecloths, it feels like you’ve just stepped back decades ago in a Cowboy county (YEEEHAA!). I feel like I am warped back in time when I ate there as if I was in the 1980′s or even way back. Two thumbs-up for the place! If you are that someone who needs a steak fix but don’t want to spend too much, House of Minis is the best place for you. Food may appear to be pricey but reasonable enough. I can say that this is a very affordable place to get well cooked steak that is served on a sizzling platter and then smothered with gravy at tableside. I have tried their soup and salad, umm.. well.. just ok.. Just like any other regular soup and salad. Nothing to be excited about. Bread rolls are tasty but somewhat small.

RACKS- Definitely, this restaurant tops the list of the restaurants that I’ve been to. Not to mention this is where me and my boyfriend had our first unofficial date (hope he remembers hahahaha- asa pa!). They make their steak as tender as possible and the price is pretty fair. My boyfriend usually orders baby-back ribs and chicken macaroni as side dish and it seems that he’s satisfied. When they say their baby back ribs falls off the bone, it really falls off the bone (literally). Their dishes seem so tasty and appealing. I think it is because of their yummy signature sauces. The Fish and chips meal is also great. Serving size is ok and the service in this restaurant is very prompt (waiters won’t make you wait that long). Most of their branches (particularly the one in Magallanes) have a cozy ambiance. The interior of the restaurant is very pleasing.

TENDER BOB’S STEAKHOUSE- Whenever one craves for quality steak, Tender Bob’s is the place to be. First of all, its red and white (American flag) old school theme is very attractive. The place is clean and the whole room is bright with all the lights and plasma TVs hanging on two corners of the room. Menu is placed outside so it is easy to decide whether a customer should enter or not. Upon browsing their menu, I can say that foods were all fairly priced considering the location of the restaurant (Greenhills branch). Although I would say that customer service is not that excellent. Service is not prompt though waiters seem friendly. It took more than half an hour before we were able to get our bill after dining. In general, I can say that dining at Tender Bob’s was good since my partner looked satisfied with his Tenderloin steak. I’ve heard that their potato skins are to die for. Might try this one of these days

TEXAS ROADHOUSE- this resto starts you out with a bucket of roasted peanuts while you browse their menu. All of their dishes were tempting, but my partner still went with the beef. The place really does look like a roadhouse of sorts, with all the cowboy stuff and memorabilia hanging around the place. Food was awesome, although some may find it pricey considering its location. If you just want to chill out after a hard day’s work, this is a great venue for hanging out. Sit outside to enjoy cool evening breezes & for good people watching (remembering SJ walk days in DLSU.hehe!). Have heard several comments about the food and most were saying that food was not so outstanding. So is the customer service. Nonetheless, my partner, friends and I will definitely come back. We still ought to try other menu. Diba Shernee?

Ray and Pete’s Texas Smoke ‘Em- This one’s located at Level 3, Greenbelt 3, Ayala Center and man.. it took me 3 flaming months to recall this resto. I hardly remember anything until I went to GB3 and had a glimpse of the restaurant. Have been to the place twice so I promise to give justice to my post ( I just wish I remember everything in detail). Like the other steakhouses mentioned earlier, the place reminds me of the Cowboy county, because of the homey atmosphere. The servers as usual are pleasant looking (and efficient) and the place is clean and not intimidating. I guess you can wear your comfortable clothes here and enjoy the finger licking goodness of the savory dishes. The restaurant’s interiors had a Western theme going on as mentioned, which was fun, but the actual dining area is small. The tables were closely spaced together and I remember feeling cramped while eating. One thing I like most about this resto is that they include Mexican dishes such as burrito, tacos , fajitas and more. Their burrito is surprisingly good. Lastly, for me the best part is… major credit cards are accepted. Haha!