A Gastronomic Adventure in Iloilo: Ramboy’s Lechonan & Restaurant

We kicked off our Iloilo adventure with what we love most—food! Syempre, food is always the highlight of any trip, and what better way to start than by indulging in Iloilo’s culinary treasures? As a UNESCO City of Gastronomy, Iloilo is home to some of the best local dishes, and we couldn’t wait to explore. We dined at Ramboy’s Lechonan & Restaurant for our late lunch, visiting their branch near Molo Church. Famous for its crispy lechon liempo and Filipino classics, this location adds to their growing list of well-loved spots.

Our Feast at Ramboy’s

From the first bite—susme!—we knew we were in for a treat. The crispy skin and juicy, flavorful meat of their lechon liempo were just too good to resist. But Ramboy’s isn’t just about their famous liempo; they have an extensive menu featuring sizzling dishes, noodles, soups, and other all-time Filipino favorites. Whether you’re dining solo or with a group, they’ve got food bundles that make every meal more satisfying.

For our meal, we chose the Salo Salo C bundle, which included lechon liempo, sotanghon guisado, chopsuey, and sinigang na isda. Even though I’m not usually a fan of fish, their sinigang was a pleasant surprise—hindi malansa, kaya super nagustuhan ko! Every dish was packed with flavors that reminded us of home-cooked goodness.

As seen in our group photo, wala kaming tinira! Everything was langhap-sarap and worth every bite. If you’re planning a food trip in Iloilo and wondering where to eat in Iloilo, Ramboy’s is a must-try! Whether you’re a local or a tourist, this place will satisfy your cravings for authentic Filipino flavors.

Where to Find Ramboy’s

Ramboy’s has expanded over the years, bringing their signature flavors to different locations. If you’re in Iloilo, you can visit them at:

• Molo
• Mandurriao
• Jaro
• SM City Iloilo (their newest branch!)

They also have branches in:

• Roxas City
• Aklan
• Antique
• Passi City
• Las Piñas
• Parañaque

Wherever you are, there’s always a Ramboy’s branch ready to serve you a delicious Filipino feast!

What’s on the Menu?

Ramboy’s offers a variety of dishes to satisfy every palate. Their menu includes:

• Sizzling Dishes – For those who love hot, flavorful meals served on a sizzling plate.
• Noodles – Bam-E, Sotanghon Guisado, and other classic Filipino noodle dishes.
• Starters – Perfect for sharing before enjoying the main course.
• Soup – Comforting and flavorful, from sinigang to bulalo.
• All-Time Favorites – Their signature lechon liempo, grilled tuna, and other Filipino must-tries.
• Ramboy’s Bundles – Ideal for families and groups, with a mix of their best-selling dishes.

Why Ramboy’s?

Ramboy’s, also known as Aklan’s Best Chicken and Liempo, started in the early 1990s and has since become a favorite among locals and tourists alike. With their consistent quality and dedication to authentic flavors, it’s no wonder they’ve expanded to multiple locations while maintaining the same great taste that people love.

Ramboy’s Lechonan & Restaurant began in Numancia, Aklan, in the early 1990s. By 2011, they expanded to Iloilo City, opening their first branch along the scenic Esplanade by the Iloilo River, followed by locations in Molo and SM City Iloilo. Over the years, they have continued to grow while maintaining the same great taste that people love.

If you find yourself in Iloilo—or anywhere near a Ramboy’s branch—and wondering what to eat in Iloilo, make sure to stop by and experience their crispy, flavorful lechon liempo and other Filipino classics. Trust us, you won’t regret it!

Have you tried Ramboy’s before? Let us know your favorite dish in the comments below!