FOOD is always the one thing that brings people together in one table – whether it’s in a fancy buffet place or a couple of 5-peso worth barbecue sticks in the heart of the city. Young, old, rich or broke, there’s always a food place to go to for every mood here in Davao.
Light Nights Out With Girlfriends
Fowlplay Kitchen + Dive Bar
In Fowlpay Kitchen + Dive Bar, you can enjoy Mojito Mondays; Taco Tuesdays; Ladies Night on Wednesdays; Wing it Thursdays... you name it! Who doesn’t want good food and drinks? This is located at Pelayo Street, Poblacion district.
Tipid trip
Roxas Night Market
Hungry and only got 50 pesos left in your wallet? No problem. Head over to Roxas Night Market for your street food fix. With food mostly priced at 5 pesos per stick, it is every street food lover’s dream. Don’t forget to bring a valid ID as you will be asked to present it before entering. Happy eating!
Romantic Date Nights
Jack’s Ridge Resort and Restaurant
Fall in love with good food, music and fresh, cool night air, bring along a love lock on the bridge... Jack’s Ridge is definitely a great place for lovers. Alternatively, you can try the Vista View located at Langub Road, Talomo.
Fun family days out
Malagos Garden
Stroll through the Chocolate Musuem, create your own chocolate, explore the butterfly dome, ride a bike... oh and so much more. Put down the gadgets and reconnect with mother nature here – a perfect place for family days! Malagos Garden is located at Calinan-Baguio-Cadalian Road, Malagos, Baguio District. Alternatively, you can also go to Eden Nature Park and Resort at Toril.
Road trip, food trip
Dok Frank Resto
They serve the best fried hito. You have to try it! This Filipino-themed restaurant is located near ponds so you can enjoy cool fresh and tasty all-time favorite Filipino dishes. If you are on a road trip and pass by Los Amigos, Davao City, be sure to take a stop at Dok Frank’s. You won’t regret it.
Beer nights out
Matina Town Square – everything and I mean everything is here. Bars to choose from, restaurants... You name it! Located in front of Ateneo High School, MTS is a great place to spend your evenings.
There’s definitely a lot more to explore in Davao City, but these places are definitely a go-to especially if you don’t want to break your wallet!