Davao City's gastronomic hot spots

RJ LUMAWAG PHOTO
RJ LUMAWAG PHOTO

Food.

A delicious serving of a local favorite is part and parcel of one's travel experience wherever one may visit.

Enjoying what the locals eat allows one to understand and appreciate a place.

Davao City's food scene is as diverse as the people who are living here. From classic home-style Filipino dishes to international cuisines like Indian, Japanese, Korean, Mediterranean, Chinese, and European, the city has a solid lineup of restaurants to satisfy food cravings.

Our restaurants here have gone beyond simply offering delicious food. They have formed pockets of food districts that offer a variety of options to choose from. Here are some places MiceCon 2023 delegates can visit to experience the food Davao City has to offer.

Marfori

The Marfori area is touted as one of the earliest food districts in the city. It is home to Lachi's, Vegan Dinosaur, Caitlyn's Dimsum, Spark Coffee + Crafts, Batu Cafe, Aulson's Cafe, among others.

While smaller compared to the other food districts in the city, Marfori Heights gives off a neighborhood vibe. With a park near the restaurants, those visiting the area can spend some quiet time at the park.

F. Torres St.

One of the major food districts in Davao City, it is home to some of the most popular restaurants in the city – Harana and Sarung Banggi, Tiny Kitchen, Dulce Vida, Nonki, Coco’s, Red House Taiwan Shabu-shabu, Leandro’s, and Yoh Froz, to name a few.

The food strip offers food coming from a variety of cuisines. From Japanese dishes to classic Filipino dishes, there is something for everyone. Another neat aspect of the F. Torres St. food district is its location at the heart of the city. This makes it a highly accessible place to dine being just a few minutes ride away from some of the city’s major hotels.

Juna Subdivision and Matina

From Tulip Drive up until Acacia St., Juna Subdivision is also one of the largest food districts in the city offering a variety of dining options for those visiting the city.

Tulip Drive may be considered its most popular food street with restaurants and cafes lining up the whole kilometer. You can have your breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks in this stretch alone.

You can also spot hidden food gems in the area whether it is the fragrant dishes of House of Sambal at Project 587 or the mouth-watering pizzas of Lara Mia or the Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavors of Turkish Kebab House Chef Cengiz Place.

Outside Juna Subdivision, one can also visit the Matina Town Square, where you can enjoy a filling meal with a side of beer and some live music.

Damosa-Lanang

The Lanang area is slowly becoming one of the primary central business districts in the city, being home to two large mixed-use developments – Azuela Cove and the Davao Park District. It can also be considered the center for conventions being host to some of the city’s largest convention centers.

Hence, it is not surprising to see the Damosa and Lanang area becoming one of the booming food districts in the city.

Several years ago, most of the restaurants were concentrated in the Damosa and Mamay areas. Now, you can find restaurants and cafes up to Azuela Cove and Insular Village (which includes Insular Waterfront Hotel). Each establishment offers something unique for the diners coming to the area.

Davao City’s food scene is as vibrant as its culture. These food districts give one a peek into the diverse flavors that Dabawenyos have been enjoying. RJL

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