TBJ Travels Dumaguete-Siquijor Travel Guide 4: Dumaguete Food Trip + Itinerary + Budget + Vlog

Ah, don't you hate it when vacations come to an end? Although it is the case for our Dumaguete-Siquijor trip this week, I won't leave you 'hungry' because our last post for the day is about an epic food trip I did on my last day in the city of gentle people, Dumaguete.

Aside from its natural wonders, Dumaguete is also known for good eats. See them below:

NEVA'S PIZZA

A pizza place that's a favorite of locals and tourists alike that it earned a Tripadvisor badge! 

Neva's is famous for their Kuripot pizza where they use commercial cheddar cheese instead of Mozarella for the pizza. One whole pie can be as low as P70.00! Another great thing to try is their cheesy carbonara!

You can find Neva's Pizza at Hibbard Avenue, Dumaguete City

SANS RIVAL CAFE

Famous for their Sans Rival cake, Sans Rival Cafe is one of the longest standing restaurants in the city that it's impossible to separate it from the identity of Dumaguete. It's like when you visit, it is imperative that you eat at Sans Rival Cafe!

Try out their Sansrival cakes (of course!) and Silvanas. They have good savory meals as well. And don't forget to dine outside and enjoy the view of the sea! Don't forget to take home pasalubong!

Sans Rival Cafe is located at San Jose st. Dumaguete City

JO'S CHICKEN INATO

Dumaguete's answer to Bacolod's Chicken Inasal and Jo's Chicken Inato is the leader in this arena.

Jo's is a local favorite with branches spanning across the Negros region all the way to Cebu and Gensan. Remembering the taste of Chicken Inato, I could say that it's a bit sweeter than Inasal and it's pretty good as well! However, serving time was pretty bad as it took the branch we went to an hour to serve our food.

The Jo's Chicken Inato branch I went to is located at Siliman Avenue, Dumaguete City

STREET FOOD FAIR AT RIZAL BOULEVARD

By 6pm, Rizal Boulevard becomes peppered with vendors of Dumaguete's well- loved street food: Tempura (aka Kikiam) and Squid Rolls. There's enough room and vendors for everyone to enjoy an affordable fare along Rizal Boulevard and don't miss it!

Bossings is said to be the famous Tempura vendor because of his Sauce #5. I chatted with one vendor and she said that Bossings exclusively sells inside Siliman University and only does so during the morning.

L-R: Tempura and Squid roll.

PAINITAN SA PALENGKE

The local wet market is a favorite breakfast place of locals and is the destination for Bodbod and Sikwate. Bodbod is suman (rice cake) and Sikwate is your good ol' chocolate drink.

Aside from Bodbod, there's also Kabog, which is made from Bird Seed. Sounds strange to eat, but it is so good that it ended up being my favorite more than Bodbod. There's also Puto Maya, a triangular- shaped glutinous rice for those who have a big appetite.

Here's Bodbod and Sikwate. Perfect way to start the day!

Our last stop for the day was at Florentina Homes, a charming Spanish old- world hotel hidden from the hustle and bustle of the city, but close enough for you to enjoy what Dumaguete has to offer.

I'll definitely book a stay at Florentina Homes when I go back!

We went there for Gabby's Bistro, which has a branch beside the famous Sansrival Cafe. Gabby's Bistro serves diner- inspired meals. Meals are priced in the middle and is a good treat before leaving the city. We have here a classic salad, surf n turf, and Beef Teriyaki.

Florentina Homes is located at E. Rovira Drive, Dumaguete.

Burp! That was a good one. Dumaguete and Siquijor, you were wonderful and expect me to be back soon!

Hope this post didn't leave you hungry LOL. Thanks for joining me in this trip! :)

**Cost is for one person only

**Cost does not include airfare, lodging, food, and miscellaneous expenses

**Cost may vary depending on your time of visit

Check out my other Dumaguete-Siquijor travel guides:

TBJ TRAVELS DUMAGUETE-SIQUIJOR TRAVEL GUIDE 1: Welcome to the island of fire!

TBJ TRAVELS DUMAGUETE-SIQUIJOR TRAVEL GUIDE 2: Island Tour- Cambugahay Falls, 100-year old Balete Tree, Hapitanan, Salagdoong Beach

TBJ TRAVELS DUMAGUETE-SIQUIJOR TRAVEL GUIDE 3: Tubod marine sanctuary and Paliton beach

Check out part 2 of my Dumaguete-Siquijor vlog:

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