Where to eat in Siquijor?

Review of Joel's Lechon Manok

Lechon Manok, roasted chicken

Lechon Manok is Tagalog and the meaning in English is roasted chicken. It is said that the Filipino people consumes more chicken meat than any other meat. I believe that is true because you find Lechon Manok basically everywhere in the Philippines. One of the top 5 chicken franchises in the Philippines is Sr. Pedro which have more than 300 branches scattered allover the country. But I didn't find Sr. Pedro in Siquijor. But if someone knows if there is a Sr. Pedro in Siquijor, please feel free to update me.

Lechon Manok, roasted or grilled chicken.

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Stranded at Siquijor

I really didn't mind to be stranded on this wonderful island!

Due to strong winds and rough sea I was stranded in Siquijor for several days more than planned. It was difficult to get updates from  the ferry company if they were going to resume the schedule or not. So I decided to stay at the Belleview hotel near the pier and the ticketing office. In that way it was more easy for me to inquire about the schedule. Just across the street of The Bellevue hotel I found Joel's Lechon Manok. Every evening it was a bustling activity outside the place which made me curious. To my humble opinon, if the locals go and eat there, the food must be good!

Juicy with crispy skin...

Joel's Lechon Manok looked small from the outside but was far bigger inside than I expected. The atmosphere was noisy and full of guests.  Even though there were many guests in line I didn't need to wait long for my Lechon Manok. And yes... oh my gosh it was so delicious! Juicy with crispy skin and seasoned to perfection with a slight taste of lemon grass. Can it be better? No wonder it was so crowded inside! Even if you stay at San Juan where most of the tourists are staying, it is well worth taking the scooter to come here and enjoy this delicious Lechon Manok. 

Rating: 1-5 where 1 is terrible and 5 is excellent
5 Food 
4 Service
5 Value
3 Atmosphere

Joel's Lechon Manok
​Poblacion, Siquijor, Siquijor
6225 Siquijor
Phone: +63 905 376 1290

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