My vacation wouldn’t be complete without visiting our old favorite (and named as the cleanest) restaurant in Laguna. In that one foggy afternoon, my aunts, uncle and I feasted on some not so exotic dishes (except for fried frogs) because they were not really there to try the eel, rabbits, and the like, but to check on what’s new with the landscape + they love to scrutinize the food’s taste. My family cooks well, except me. Again I’d say, I am fonder of eating than cooking.
In the first photo, you’d see my Aunt B’s fingers. She was excited to put a verdict on the fried frogs (while my uncle said adobo frogs are better). That was my second time to munch on the chicken-y frogs, while my first on the yummy kalderetang kambing (goat). The pinakbet with chicharon got the highest approval from all of us.
I ordered ginataang talangka (crabs) in particular. I was craving for ginataang kuhol (snails), but the stock were all consumed that afternoon. The gata is a little spicy and my aunts approved it except that they find it a little pricey. That’s a little premium for the landscape that we will be enjoying more after the meal. And to balance it off, the sinigang na tanigue was rightly whipped. We all had the Christmas colored sago’t gulaman.
The ambiance never fails to give me the provincial and homey feel. It’s complemented by the fresh air coming from the bay. From my last year’s visit, an obvious improvement in this area was made.
This bridge is new and the distribution made it more appealing.
I also noticed how their pets grew. (The middle photo are ‘headshots’.) I’m not sure though if the rabbits are categorized that way or these are actually stocks.
I am so amazed that Samantha (yes the black creature has a name) has significantly grown. Her cage was moved up. Perhaps not to scare the other guests (or because she’s more dangerous now?). She’s claimed to be the owners’ lucky charm.
Don’t miss Exotik Restaurant when you’re going to Laguna. This is four hours drive from Manila. If you are coming from South Luzon Expressway, you have to pass by at Sta. Cruz, Pagsanjan and Lake Caliraya. If you are from Rizal, it would take less than two hours drive and you have to pass by at Siniloan and Paete. Kalayaan would be the next town.
Contact persons:
Elmoise Afurong: +63 917 5055884
Marilou Afurong: +63 917 5443882
Landline: +63 49 820 0086
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uy…i’ve been here twice! pero iba na ang itsura! there’s a bridge already and a pool! nice! i super loved this place because of the homey feeling. at ang ganda pa ng environment! nature na nature ang dating.
did you know that the bags sold at the entrance are [or were] a hit in Hollywood? did you see them? ang gaganda nga eh, pero too expensive for me!
i would everything you ordered, except the frogs. does it really taste good?
i wanna visit that place,too!
wow looks good. We are planning a viaje del sol a culinary adventure this april dont know if this is included. btw, may posting na sina anton for their ultimate adventure trip for 2009.
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How does one register for the viade del sol? How much is it per person? Parang masaya kapag part ng group. Of course that’s just me being a lazy driver. hehe
Nice foodies you have there, I wish I can visit Laguna soon too, whenever I get a chance to visit Luzon!
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Uy, ang ganda ng pictures mo. Ang ganda ng place. And the food looks so inviting. Nice timing because we’ve been planning pa naman to go to Laguna. Although nagdadalawang isip ako sa frogs . . .
I love the photos as well as the resolution nito! Nagutom ako bigla, and true Laguna is one of the most beautiful na lugar South of Manila. hehe
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hay this post made me hungry Wits. Yummeh
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Samantha looks scary. I think it’s because of her black color. The place looks really homey and peaceful. Now I have so many things to check out in the Philippines. Thank you for all this info. Hurray to Pinakbet, one of my favorites.
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Never knew about this restaurant. It looks neat and attractive. I’ll keep this in mind. I have a brother who resides in Laguna (Calamba)
Nice pictures 
I crave for anything “ginataan” right now. Man I could wipe out those ginataang crabs and kuhol in a jiffy
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This is some experience. The photos are super and I’m sure the food too.
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the place looks great! but i’m not sure about the fried frogs. LOL!
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uy! i still remember my excitement at eating here. ang saya-saya! wow, it looks much cleaner than when i last went
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wow ang ganda ng pool! and nagutom ako sa crab!
yummmy!
btw, have u tried adobong daga? yung mga nakatira sa farm ah hehe ;P me, i tried it nung sa province namin sa pampanga!
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possible kaya magconduct ng ocular visit and interview about exotic restaurant need lang para sa case study ko. requirement para sa final.
Wow, Thanks for sharing the contact info for Exotic restaurant! I love to challenge myself with exotic food. Besides, I’m curious to see how my wife will react when she see’s the menu and Samantha.
Great for a weekend roadtrip!
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i was there about a month ago… its such a nice place very clean the food is great… its just such a beautiful place just everything is so unique i tried the snails i wanted to try the frog but was scared i was going to get an upset stomach but i think i did really good for being a mexican eating exotic food in the philippines..
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I took a photo of the bags in my 2007 visit: http://witsandnuts.com/2008/01/02/exotik-restaurant/
Pretty bags but I didn’t buy cause they’re too pricey. Better get the ones from Bicol and Central Luzon exhibit (occasionally in Megamall).
The fried frogs tasted like fried chicken. It’s better if dipped in soy sauce with kalamansi and sili. No harm in trying, these frogs are grown in the farm. Next time I’ll try adobo frogs.
I think this won’t be part of the Viaje Del Sol adventure. I saw the line up in Ultimate Philippines site yesterday. I hope there’ll be a tour to Batanes to coincide with my next vacation.
there’s another group who’ll be doing the viaje del sol tour. hehehe sana and hopefully a little bit cheaper
I’ve read about Viaje Del Soul Tour. They normally don’t include Exotik Resto because the tour is more directed towards areas of San Pablo and Quezon (to include Kusina Salud, etc.). I hope you can join in.
Hi Rico, Viaje Del Sol culinary tour details are here: http://www.e-philippines.com.ph/ex_viaje_calendar.php
Luzon is waiting for you.
Thanks, Dee. I had the same initial reaction about the frogs. I hope you’ll try it.
Grab a bite! It’s almost lunchtime here. I’m hungry, too.
n my preceding visit I saw a yellow snake. That one seems less scary because of the color. I really liked its version of pinakbet. I’ll try to replicate it this weekend. I have to source chicharon first.
I hope you can visit this in the future. Really a homey place. I am fond of anything with gata.
Thanks. Are you fond of exotic dishes, too?
Saw your entry. I hope I’ll find the dvd soon.
Hahaha. No harm in trying.
Thanks, Kenji.
When was that visit? What did you eat?
No, I haven’t tried mouse/rat yet. How does it taste? I remember tuloy the Tale of Desperaux.
Hi, I think it’s possible. Are you from Laguna? You may inquire from Ms. Afurong. The contact details are in this post.
You’re welcome. It’s worth visiting. And after this you can also check out the Shoe Capital of Laguna (town of Liliw). Most of the women love shoes.