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Located in Bacolod, Garage Talabahan is a seafood haven renowned for its large, plump talaba (oysters) served at surprisingly affordable prices. Customers rave about the quality and quantity of the dishes, with Edwin Villegas de Nicolas singling out the delicious pork belly and refreshing seaweed kinilaw salad. Johnmark Casas echoes this sentiment, praising the fast service and the accommodating staff, which enhances the casual dining experience.
Samantha de Rivera highlights a value proposition that’s hard to beat: two tubs of talaba for just 150 pesos. Her recommendation of the grilled liempo and the creamy, light kinilaw shows that Garage Talabahan offers more than just oysters. The atmosphere is described as chill, making it the perfect spot for seafood lovers looking to unwind. While it may not boast gourmet presentation, the satisfaction of indulging in fresh and flavorful dishes is undeniable. Terence Mitchao's experience reflects this sentiment—while he didn't sample the giant talaba featured in popular media, he found the overall dining experience enjoyable.
Odessa Flor encapsulates the essence of Garage Talabahan, emphasizing its delicious offerings and the promise of an affordable feast. With a menu that prioritizes freshness and flavor, this hidden gem is a must-visit for seafood enthusiasts in the area.
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Service options
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Table service
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- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Reviews for Garage Talabahan
Review highlights
Based on 90 reviewsGarage Talabahan is widely recognized for its generous servings of fresh and flavorful talaba (oysters), which remain the highlight among diners. The restaurant offers a variety of seafood and complementary dishes such as pork belly, seaweed salad, and kinilaw, all praised for their taste and refreshing qualities. Customers frequently note the affordable pricing and accommodating staff, contributing to a welcoming and casual dining atmosphere. While the setup and utensils are simple and unpretentious, this aligns with its laid-back, no-frills appeal. Overall, Garage Talabahan is appreciated for delivering satisfying, budget-friendly seafood in a relaxed environment, making it a popular choice for both locals and visitors.
they served the large and plump talaba (oysters). you can also have other dishes on their menu but i like their pork belly and seaweed kinilaw (salad).
garage talabahan serving legit Delicious and big talaba. Fast service and very accommodating staff. Cheap and affordable
You'll get what you pay for. 2 tubs of Talaba for 150pesos Grilled liempo is juicy Seaweeds and salted egg salad was refreshing Kinilaw was a different take- Creamy and light at the same time Shempre hindi ito gourmet or fine dining so expect crude utensils and set up
Chill place, will definitely be back. We weren’t able to experience the giant talaba as featured in KMJS, but overall experience we enjoyed.
Delicious food at affordable prices!!! Must try: fresh talaba, kilawin (with salted egg - yum), and seaweed salad. Will be back!!!
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Opening hours
- Monday 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
- Tuesday (Today) 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
- Wednesday 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
- Thursday 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
- Friday 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
- Saturday 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
- Sunday 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
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