Happen to be in Angeles City? I am sure there are plenty of exciting and interesting food or restaurant choices here. Pampanga, in general, is popularly known as the Culinary Capital of the Philippines. While I couldn’t agree more and there are A LOT of good dining experiences here, I would say that the best choice is always at home. There are far more interesting dishes which happens to be in every fiesta meals I have been with friends and family or even those served at any typical Kapampangan (local in Pampanga) table.Having said that, there are a lot of hidden gems here. My mother always talks about Mila’s. She goes there once in awhile with her amigas just a street away from my daughter’s school. I’ve been at Mila’s twice already after that one fine morning with le mudra. I suggested to have our breakfast there and see for myself what she enthusiastically describes each visit. The second time I’ve visited was with Wanderbud and Bes on a post-Dagupan food road trip (yes! food after food).
About Mila’s Sisig and Tokwa’t Baboy
At the corner street of San Andres at San Angelo Subdivision, Angeles City, there lies a pre-colonial house with green walls and a neon signage ,”Mila’s Tokwa’t Baboy”. You’ll find a store and a grilling station outside and signage together with a participation in Pampanga Food Fair during the 90s welcomes you as you enter the premises.Location: San Andres St., San Angelo Subdivision, Angeles City
Operating Hours: 10AM to 9PM (every day)
– Peak Hours: 3PM onwards
– Lean Hours: 9AM to 11AM
Contact Details: (045) 888-67-27
Social Media Account(s): None
Average Cost per Head: Php200-300Personally run and managed by the family, you’ll feel that they have staged a party/ fiesta seats and table inside their very own wide compound. There are two sections in the dining area, airconditioned and an open area.
Food Choices
Top Sellers are of course Tokwa’t Baboy, Sizzling Sisig and Paco Salad. You shouldn’t miss these three or you haven’t been to Mila’s after all. These top 3 sellers are served in every customer’s table everywhere you look.
Tokwa’t baboy (Fried tofu with pig’s ears drenched in specially made vinegar topped with celery leaves) is served in a platter good for 3-4 persons priced at Php220(4USD/3EURO). Its tokwa (fried tofu) crunchy crust that melts in our mouth while you savor it, I think, is what made this meal so popular. Baboy (Pig’s ears) is served in another side of the platter which is drenched with a specially made vinegar that is so hard to resist topped off with celery leaves and mized with freshly sliced onions.
Sizzling Sisig (deeply fried cheek from pig’s head) is served cooked and delivered under a sizzling platter good for 3-4 persons. I think this is way better than the sisig I’ve ever tasted. What sets this apart with the other sisig I’ve tasted personally is, its well seasoned, deep fried but not too oily and purely meat.
Balance your appetite and cholesterol level with some salad. Paco (baby fern) is served at almost any Kapampanga table. You cannot go wrong with this fresh paco with salted egg on top with raw tomatoes and onions. You have the option to dip it in their specially made vinegar or savor it as it is.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Generous servings for an affordable price which can fit in 3-4 persons
- Freshly cooked and served
Cons
- The location is inside the subdivision but there’s no problem if you really intend on going.
- Might be a little tricky for first timers since there is only one jeepney route passing through the subdivision’s entrance. Your best options are to go there via private car or a special trip (tricycle)
- Parking are in both sides of the streets which can be a little challenging especially during peak hours. There is an intended parking space across the street but there’s an on-going renovation in that area.
Overall Rating – ♥♥♥♥◊
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Interesting….. Thanks for the sharing
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Thanks for the read 🙂
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Always. 🌿🍀 Waiting for the best of the dishes and meals menu in coming posts….. Any splendid Veg food available there other than heavy red meat? 😂 Pls share
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That’s a lovely suggestion… Will scout for the best yet affordable ones 🙂
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Thank you. I appreciate. I am sure many many amazing dishes all over which is suitable for Vegetarian. Cheers.
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Absolutely! Cheers 😊
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🌿🍀💚🙏🌺
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