15/09/2016
Nestled along the short stretch of J.P. Laurel highway, in the sleepy city of Tanauan is a secret waiting to be discovered by you. Alfredo's Restaurant, a 45-minute drive from Alabang, is located within the tranquil garden getaway of Hacienda Darasa. A locally-owned family kitchen, Alfredos' was named in honour of the family patriarch who loved life and was a seasoned foodie before foodie was even a word.
Fret not about parking spaces or security because there are lots and lots of space to park (a perfect spot for car clubs or bike groups on pit stops).
Your spirit will feel transported from the hustle of the city to a tranquil hideaway you so deserve. Once in the premises it's hard to miss the century-old mango tree majestically shading the stone and grass courtyard of Alfredos. Let your imagination run free and think up the many histories this tree has witnessed. You will be met by a well-trained server. Be greeted by the unmistakable singsong accent of the hospitable Batangueno. "Magandang hapon! Welcome to Alfredo's. Ilan ga kayo? Tara, dine. (Good afternoon! How many? Come, over here.)."
Be seated in the main dining hall or enjoy dinner on the restaurant balcony, overlooking the lush, tended gardens and the rambutan orchard. Be captured by the calming effects of fairy lights around the hacienda elegantly dancing in the backdrop of the night sky as soft ambient music plays. Feel like royalty with the hushed fuss and care extended by Alfredos' staff then settle down to dinner and commence to unwind.
Alfredos' 3 in-house chefs collectively have 40 years of kitchen experience under their belt. Its menu thoughtfully consists of local favourites and comfort food reminiscent of small-town fiestas and weekend family dinners.
You'll become an instant fan of their Ampalaya sa Tinapa, blanched bitter gourd simmered in a delicately homemade cream sauce and generously sprinkled with tinapa. The mild bitterness of the bitter gourd and salty tinapa is a surprise medley of flavours harmoniously complimenting each other. Pair it with Alfredos' Traditional Kare-kare; oxtail slow-cooked to tenderness in savoury peanut sauce completed by an array of crisp vegetables. Be sure to ask for bagoong (shrimp paste) to suit your palate.
A must-have on the menu is Alfredos' Laing Roll; laing leaves slowly stewed in coconut cream to perfection. A generous portion of laing is wrapped in rice paper, deep fried and served with homemade laing-cream sauce dip. Enjoy the laing rolls alongside hefty portions of Tapa, Tawilis or Adobong Batangas served with your choice of flavoured rice. Make room for dessert; since this is Batangas a visit won't be complete without a hot pot of Kapeng Barako. Have a cup or two with the Sumang Magkayakap, richly slathered in sweet, black molasses and brings you to a meditative state of calm.
From the comfortably laid back furnishings, the relaxing atmosphere of the restaurant, the efficiently attentive servers, to the plates prepared by the innovative chefs of Alfredos, it is apparent that Alfredos' was carefully conceptualized to please all your senses.
The grounds and surrounding halls are equipt to cater corporate events, milestone celebrations, car and bike clubs on road trips, family gatherings and parties. For inquiries, schedule and rates. Pls. Pm us or call 09175838381.
