Balinsasayaw Restaurant (Silang, Cavite)

After surviving the traffic in Tagaytay, we took the route home passing through Silang, Cavite rather than the expressway to escape the traffic and probably save on toll fees.  It was the first day of the year and I guess everyone has the same idea of spending this special day in Tagaytay. Honestly, traffic was very heavy during this time. Coupled with the rain (that seemed to blend with the stop and go traffic causing zero visibility for a time), we knew that it might not be right time to visit Tagaytay.

After the sign that says “entrance to Ilog Maria”, we continued driving for a few minutes and we saw the sign of Balinsasayaw Restaurant. I have already read something good about this restaurant and I think it is worth a try. We were already hungry. We have already passed by several fast food chains. But, when you are in Tagaytay, eating in the same fast food restaurant is not what on our mind at the moment.

Entrance to this restaurant is besides a Robinsons Mall. There is a comfortable parking space with someone offering assistance as you park your vehicle. It was raining at that time and we appreciated that the restaurant has its umbrellas for customer use. The yellow colored umbrellas of enough size proved handy during the unpredictable weather.

The restaurant has a very relaxing ambience as guests get to eat in separate huts amidst a luscious garden of sorts (except that one hut that overlooks the mall's parking lot). There are greens, flowers, and other species of plants surrounding the whole restaurant. All neatly arranged and taken cared of. If you want to have a more private dining experience, this restaurant is a good choice. The nipa huts, though well maintained, show that the place is definitely not new. I think Balinsasayaw Restaurant has been serving satisfied customers for years.  We noticed several cars at the parking lot and almost all the huts were full of guests.

Food in this restaurant is reasonably priced, mostly Filipino and other Asian cuisines prepared and served within minutes.  The service is commendable given the number of customers at that time. If you need something, just ring the bell provided at each hut.

There is a store near the restaurant that sells some souvenirs and food items from Good Shepherd. If you missed the delicious ube jam and other delicacies sold at Good Shepherd Sisters you can buy it here at their store.