“Six (6) Restaurant You Shouldn’t miss in La Union”
- Albert Mendoza

- Apr 29, 2020
- 2 min read

Looking for a place where you can both fill your soul and your tummies? Don't forget La Union! La Union is known for its surfing scenes, but have you ever tried their pride for food?
Here are some must visit restaurants in La Union:
1. Kabsat – San Juan
A new restaurant making noise in social media, translated from Ilokano, Kabsat means, “sibling” and connects to the vibe that Kabsat wants to evoke. A chill place perfect for familyb dining, where you all can be together in one roof with food, drinks, plus a beautiful sunset.
2. Gefseis Greek Grill – San Juan
Gefseis (Γευσεις) means ‘flavors’, gives diners an authentic taste of Greek cuisine using fresh ingredients. It’s a well-loved dining place by locals and tourists.
3. Tagpuan sa San Juan – Manila North Rd., San Juan
With its catchy name, Elyu Classic, Tagpuan is a Filipino restaurant known for its classic foods especially their Pork Bagnet Rice. They’re one of the most affordable choices in the area with variety of choices.
4. El Union Coffee – MacArthur Highway, San Juan
A laidback and hip café found along the highway of San Juan, is a favorite destination for anyone’s much-needed caffeine fix. Upon entering their charming little spot, you’d feel that it’s very cozy, much like you’re in a boho-themed café without the usual restaurant setup you’d find in Manila. It’s a relaxing casual spot which can accommodate just about 10 to 20 persons at a time, making it a bit more intimate. It’s a place where you can meet new friends over good coffee, or you can also enjoy your cup alone.
3. Flotsam and Jetsam – MacArthur Highway, San Juan
Making noise in all sides of social media, Flotsam and Jetsam celebrates art, music, and imagination in every food they have to serve. Flotsam and Jetsam also serves as a perfect place for chill and party. FJ is a must visit place when going to Elyu.
4. Halo Halo De Iloko Balay – Zandueta St., San Fernando
Halo Halo De Iloko Balay may be hard to find, but is sure worth it. Serving authentic Ilokano cuisine, they stay true to their native roots and offer diners a great taste of home. It is actually an old house that has turned to be a restaurant. Halo-Halo de Iloko Balay is gaining the taste of the Ilocanos in La Union and to visitors as well. Why not take a break this summer and try their specialty halo halo after a tiring moment at the surfing beaches of the province.
5. Aroo - Agoo, La Union
With its Filipino-Agooenian vibe, Aroo made lots of praise in social media. Serving Filipino-Ilocano cuisines, Aroo is perfect place to visit when you want to wander Ilocano dishes.
6. Kambak- Sto. Thomas
With lots of kambingan in the side roads of La Union, Kambak stands as one of the foundation for Kambingan and Bakahan Restaurants. Serving varieties of Filipino foods, especially 'kambing at baka', travelers drop by here to fill their tummies.


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