Lai Lai Seafood Restaurant

“Why line up elsewhere... ? Truly one of the hidden gems just off Ongpin Street in the Sta. Cruz area, where you can enjoy one of the best oyster cakes (omelettes/pancakes) in the city. The restaurant is located just below the hotel lobby and not visible from the outside. No line up or wait for amazing food and service. Kudos to the Chef, kitchen staff, and team for amazing authentic Fujian/Hokkien food. If you enjoy seafood this place is a must try. But they also offer a varied menu and have a good number of vegetarian and other meat dishes as well. This place is definitely worth every peso for their cooking, hospitality, and service. Pictured below is the solo sized Mustasa Kiampong (mustard greens with medium grain rice), Sweet & Sour Pork, small sized Crab Meat Soup, and Oyster Omelette all good for sharing with generous portions. Lai Lai Seafood located at Sabino Padilla St, Santa Cruz, Manila, 1006 Metro Manila”

“Lai Lai Seafood Restaurant serves very delicious seafood, and the meals are definitely worth the price. The dishes are flavorful, freshly cooked, and generously served, making every meal satisfying. You can really enjoy a variety of seafood options, from crabs and shrimp to other tasty specialties. It’s a great place to dine with family or friends, especially if you’re craving seafood. Overall, the food quality and portion sizes make it a sulit and enjoyable dining experience.”

“Since it says Seafood restaurant I was expecting more seafood options. There were seafood dishes but not as much as I was hoping so I was a bit disappointed. I had sweet and sour pork; nothing too special though the sweetness and sourness was well balanced. I also ordered stir fried squid. That dish was really good. The squid was cooked perfectly; cooked long enough as not to have a chewy texture and not overcooked that it becomes hard. Service was ok.”

“Located inside Chinatown Lai Lai Hotel in Ongpin. One of the good places to have lunch or dinner. Food is delicious, seafood is fresh. The seafood noodles, sour soup, broccoli, king fish, and shrimp stood out for me. All dishes have big servings so when you’re eating with family or in groups, this resto will give you bang for your buck. Place is a bit dated but clean. Staff is nice. If you’re arriving in a car, parking will be a challenge. But eating there is worth it.”

“Chinatown Lai Lai Restaurant is one of the best Chinese restaurants I've ever been to in Manila's Binondo. Good service, good ambience, and good cuisine! Here, everything is fine! Their seafood specialties and Chinese cuisines were delicious. All large plates and bowls of food are reasonably priced and serve two to four people. One of their best-selling dish is ginger duck, which I recommend you try. Check my page MOMMY JOMZ for the full review.”