During the Philippines’ first lockdown, all businesses were at stake—some shut down, and others were not even able to open. However, the people were able to adjust to the new normal and were able to open their food businesses despite the pandemic.
Now, are you hungry but on a budget? Don’t worry! There are a lot of restaurants in Lucena City that serve good food at a good price! Let’s not make this any longer; here are 4 food places in Lucena City that will satisfy your cravings while keeping those few coins in your pocket. But do keep in mind that we need to follow safety health protocols because the virus is still very much around.
Grren Hub
Located at Enriquez St. corner Ravanzo (formerly Mad Chicken), this food hub offers student-friendly prices ranging from 59 pesos to 389 pesos. They are open every day from 10:00 am to 9:00 pm. Their best sellers include creamy chicken, pork tonkatsu, and the intriguing fried sinigang. I know what you’re thinking, fried sinigang? Unique, huh? If you want to know more, you can visit their Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/GrrenHub
Fav-burrito
This Mexican food place is located at 1286 Bonifacio Drive corner Gomburza Street Pleasantville phase 1. Aside from Burritos, they also serve quesadillas, rice meals, fries, and drinks. Their prices range from 130 pesos to 160 pesos. Their best sellers are chipotle chicken burrito and burger burrito. You can also customize your own burrito; just message them your request. They are open from Tuesday to Sunday at 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm, and they collect last orders until 8:30 pm. Check out their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/fav.burrito/
Pagmaya Café
Feel like having some fresh air while eating? Rejoice! Pagmaya café is located at Merchant Extension, near Daleon Bar. Also, their “Starry, Starry Night” by Van Gogh mural really catches the eye. They are open every day from 11:00 am to 10:00 pm. They have plenty of food choices to choose from; pasta, cake, pizza, burger, appetizers, and beverages like coffee, frappe, etc. Their best sellers include supreme pizza, cheezy burger, and alfredo for the food, and they have caramel macchiato as their best seller for drinks. If you love sweets, you should try their milk-based hazelnut frappe too. Their prices range from 70 pesos to 280 pesos. You can visit their Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/pagmayacafe/
Happy Camper
This was open before the pandemic started, but it’s one of the food hubs that still opened despite the pandemic. Their prices range from 40 pesos to 65 pesos for drinks, 65 pesos to 95 pesos for solo meals, and 125 pesos to 299 pesos for combo meals. They are open every day from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm. Their best seller is the chicken fillet cheesy melt flavor, but you can also choose different flavors aside from cheesy melt. If you want to know more about their menu, you can visit their place at Enriquez St. corner Ravanzo near Grren Hub, or you can visit their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/happycampermmxiv
What are you craving—I mean, waiting for? If you’re around Lucena City, you should try visiting these places if you are on a budget because they will definitely fill you up without hurting your wallet!
