Guevarra's goes beyond the buffet table, launches new website
- The Garlic Press
- Jul 17, 2022
- 3 min read
Updated: Aug 4, 2022
My entire family loves dining at Guevarra's in San Juan City. It's always a family affair. When we want to celebrate a special occasion, or just want to get together in Metro Manila, this buffet restaurant is always on top of the list.
Then, the pandemic hit. Dining in, especially buffets, became obsolete during the lockdown. Businesses tried to cope by shifting to deliveries. Some barely managed to stay afloat, some unfortunately had to close, while some thrived in the delivery world.
Guevarra's kept on doing what they do best: Making good food for everyone. They offered their usual buffet favorites for delivery, like their Pork Bellychon, Angus Beef Tapa (our all-time fave!), Beef Kare-Kare, Pancit Palabok, and Beef Kaldereta, in various sizes. They even have their own delivery riders for convenience.
As the lockdown stretched to almost two years, the people behind Guevarra's kept moving with the times, adapting to the public's needs and wants. Aside from their buffet best-sellers, they created their own version of food trends, like Lechon Angus Baka (ridiculously tender and flavorful angus beef, best enjoyed with the sweet-savory sauce). If you're eating it at home, you can enjoy it the fool-proof way with some garlic rice or go a little rogue and turn it into the best burger you'll ever make at home.
As restrictions eased, dining in slowly returned to pre-pandemic normalcy. Guevarra's decided to give us more reasons to literally get up in the morning, even on weekends. They recently started offering Breakfast Buffet on Sundays featuring morning staples, from cereals to crispy bacon to Pinoy almusal classics like Champorado, Arroz Caldo. They also put their own twist on Western faves, like Chicken & Waffles, but instead of fried chicken, you get chicken adobo. I know, it sounds weird, but trust me on this: the sweet and slightly crisp waffle (with their whipped butter and maple syrup) goes so well with the garlicky savoriness of adobo.
While their Chicken & Waffles (or pancakes) is an absolute must-try, Guevarra's take on Vigan Longganisa is a revelation! Swimming in a pool of umami-filled tomato sauce (with a healthy layer of oil for good measure), these chubby parcels of meaty goodness are tender (those pockets of fat make sure of that), packed with flavor, and will definitely have you reaching for another cup of rice. And for someone who hates bell peppers, this dish is making a compelling argument for 'em. You can enjoy Guevarra's Vigan Longganisa at their Sunday Breakfast Buffet or when you order their Sariling Sikap Box.
They also had in mind those people who were still stuck at home alone or those who are going back to the office. In 2021, they officially launched their Solo Meals, featuring a single serving of their buffet best-sellers served in a convenient bento-like container with stir-fried veggies and steamed rice. They have seafood, pork, chicken, and beef options. These meals are also perfect for meetings (Zoom or physical), parties, and even baon for roadtrips (#RevengeTravel)!
They've also gone beyond the usual buffet offers, giving diners the option to elevate their dining experience at home. Another personal favorite from Guevarra's line-up is their Spaghetti Marinara with Meatballs. Definitely different from sweet Pinoy spaghetti, the sauce is a bit more sour and tempered by the saltiness of the parmesan cheese and the savory meatballs. Pro-Tip: If you're ordering at home, keep it in the fridge because it's even better the next day (if you can keep yourself from eating all of it).
There are so many reasons to love Guevarra's, but there's nothing like their sweet selections to keep you coming back for more. When dining in, their Frozen Brazo de Mercedes (served in shot glasses) should not be missed. If you're ordering for delivery, don't forget their cakes and desserts, like their indulgent Brigadeiros and milky-chewy Kalabasa Pastillas, which are perfect for gifting or as a sweet ending to a satisfying meal.
The people of Guevarra's also made ordering a lot easier! Now you can have their signature dishes delivered to your home with just a few clicks. They also have frozen goodies so you can stock up on your favorites! Visit www.guevarras.com to place your order. They deliver daily from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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