ORDER UP! visit to Clark isn’t complete without sampling the many eats and treats peddled by some of the most creative establishments in the country. And even though the temporary closure of restaurants during the early days of community quarantine gave “dining in” a new meaning, most eateries have since resumed serving their fare via takeout and delivery. Below, we list Clark restaurants to discover and order yummy grub from.
By Idge Mendiola
EN CROUTE CAFÉ This homegrown establishment specializes in deluxe European dishes, to which Chef Vince Garcia adds an indulgent flair. For example, the restaurant’s namesake dish, Salmon en Croute (salmon encased in puff pastry) is a masterpiece on its own. You’ll also enjoy the Herbed-Lemon Roasted Cornish Chicken, Garcia’s Premium Crab Roe Pasta, and Roasted Lamb Sandwich. Platters in various sizes are also available. Don’t forget to order a whole apple pie to end your meal on a sweet note! BEST BITES: Salmon en Croute, Asparagus Shiitake Mushroom Truffle Oil Pasta
PAN & TREE RESTAURANT Recreate a Korean café experience by ordering Pan & Tree’s fusion offerings. From Kimchi Pilaph and Sizzling Samgyupsal to Tomato Cheese Jeyuk and Gorgonzola Mini Pizzas, the restaurant’s dishes are the type you’d see in popular K-dramas shows, being enjoyed by famous K-pop stars. Cool concoctions like ades, yogults, and frappes will quench your thirst, but it’s the fresh fruit shakes, with flavors like ginseng, red sugar beet, and kale apple green, that will certainly refresh your taste buds. BEST BITES: Seafood Aglio Olio, Cream Chicken Risotto
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The restaurant’s namesake dish, Salmon en Croute (salmon encased in puff pastry) is a masterpiece on its own. SAKURA JAPANESE RESTAURANT Operating for over a decade now, Sakura has already perfected the art of Japanese cuisine. Every beautifully presented dish that comes out of its kitchen is prepared meticulously with high-quality ingredients. You can never go wrong with the classics, such as ebi tempura, sukiyaki, and gyoza, but if you’re feeling adventurous, you might also enjoy Sakura’s innovative offerings like the Maguro Carpaccio and Lomi-Lomi Salmon Salad. Or, satisfy your sushi roll cravings with the Salmon Teriyaki Maki or Sakura Dragon Maki. BEST BITES: Salmon Teriyaki Maki, Ebi Tempura, Sukiyaki
