Highlands Bistro

Twinkle Chaves

5.0

Highlands Bistro has recently relocated from SM Mall of Asia to a more intimate yet cozy location at the Capitol Commons Mall along Meralco Avenue extension, Brgy. Oranbo, Pasig City. If you are from the South, one can easily take the Point to Point Bus at Alabang Town Center and get off at Capitol Commons before its final destination at Ayala The 30th Mall, also in also in Pasig. The place exudes a warm, cabin feel with the high wood panel ceiling and lush leather couch seating. The wine cooler display immediately on the right of the restaurant is a sight to behold. The Traditional fireplace is also present as part of its architectural design.We sampled the their NEW "Lunch Set Menu at Highlands Bistro". You can choose from 2 or 3 Course sets with a choice of appetizer and mains and dessert. Comes with a can of softdrink of your choice. The Nicoise Salad, was fresh, packed with flavor and was generous considering it was a Light Salad. The Spicy Chicken Wings was indeed Spicy but not too Spicy, it was just right with the subtle amount of heat. The Tuna Ala Pobre was served with a side Salad and a hefty serving of Rice. Tuna was soft and cooked perfectly and the Garlic was not overpowering. Another dish on the lunch menu was the Chicken Barbeque served with Rice. Chicken thigh Fillet cooked just right with a sweet tangy Barbeque glaze. You can also have either a scoop of vanilla ice cream, Chocolate mousse or a Freshly cooked doughnut as your dessert if you wish to avail of the Three course menu.Apart from the Lunch Menu, we were served the following dishes as well, Mixed Salad with Fried Brie Cheese, lightly tossed Salad mix of green and Red Bell peppers. Signature Truffle Pasta, al dente Noodles with a very flavorful white sauce and truffle oil. Creamy and strong flavor paired with breaded Chicken. Dry Rub Baby Back Ribs with a side of Barbecue sauce. Fall off the bone and flavorful meat even without the sauce. The Dry Rub gives enough flavor the the meat. The smoked oysters rockafellers was a show stopper, flavorful baked oysters because of the wood chips that added the smoky flavor. The USDA Angus Rib Eye Steak was cooked to preference, soft, melt in your mouth good. Over all, it was a good and relaxing dining experience. I have to second that the ambience does have that Chill, cabin feel in the heart of the hustle of the City. Recommended.Disclaimer: Sponsored dining by Highlands Bistro, invite by Team Kaladkarin.

Tin De La Cruz

5.0

Highlands Bistro is a spin-off restaurant of Highlands Prime Steakhouse. It is a steakhouse which is more price friendly compare to Highlands Prime Steakhouse. The interior of the place is like you’re in the cabin. It has a wine cellar and fire place too. At first, the place is intimidating ‘coz the interior of the restaurant looks elegant. I was surprised when I saw the prices of their dishes. It’s reasonable enough to have an executive lunch for as low as Php300.00 which is available from Monday to Friday from 11AM to 3PM.Executive Lunch (appetizer, main, dessert)🐮Php300.00 - 2 courses inclusive of soft drink🐮Php400.00 - 3 courses inclusive of soft drinksAppetizer (Choose 1)🐮Tuna Nicoise Tossed Salad🐮Hot and Spicy Chicken Wings🐮Cream of Vegetable SoupMain Course (Choose 1)🐮Barbecue Chicken Thighs🐮Pork Chop Braised in Italian Spices🐮Tuna Ala Pobre🐮Kimchi Fried Rice🐮Penne Pesto Pasta🐮US Certified Angus Prime Rib Eye (add Php300.00)Dessert🐮Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream🐮Chocolate MousseDessert-to-go (for those executive rushing for lunch)🐮Freshly Made DoughnutsAside from Executive Lunch, you might also try some of the bestsellers of Highlands Bistro.🐮US Certified Angus Prime Steaks for Php1,560.00 - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5“Classic Prime Rib Eye served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Grilled Corn on the Cob”🐮Baby Back Ribs for Php700.00 - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4/5“With Highlands Bistro’s Signature Dry Rub”🐮Chicken Parmigiana for Php600.00 - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4/5“Served with Mushroom Pasta topped with Parmesan Cheese”🐮Cajun Grilled Salmon Fillet for Php750.00 - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5“Served on Fresh Ratatouille”🐮Signature Mushroom Truffle Pasta for Php350.00 - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5🐮Shrimp Penne in Tomato Cream Sauce for Php380.00 - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5My recommendation:“You should try the Rib Eye Steak, it’s one of my favorites during our visit. Tastes really good, tender and melt in my mouth. Another favorite was the Shrimp Penne in Tomato Cream Sauce, the pasta was served al dente and the tomato based sauce blends well with the shrimps and penne.”Overall, I had a great time at Highlands Bistro. The management and staff provided excellent service. Definitely, I will be back again for another round of steak.#ilovetoeatph 😃❤️

Priyanka Bhatia

5.0

A taste of class and fine diningHighlands Bistro was first known as Highlands Prime Steakhouse from MOA, they moved to Oranbo, Pasig in Estancia Mall. The overall look of this place gives a comfortable and homey vibe that gives you a cozy feeling when you dine in. It's like you're inside a well-built cabin. If you ever decide to eat here during your lunch break, you can choose from one of their Executive Set Meals. Php 300.00+ for their 2-course meals and Php 400.00+ 3-course meals. And if you don't have time to eat your dessert, you can eat it to go!I got to taste their Hot and Spicy Chicken Wings as appetizers. They were so juicy and it was marinated very well that the taste lasted up to the bones. If that doesn't rave up your appetite, I don't know what will. For their mains, I tried the Barbecue Chicken Thighs which were also juicy and tender. Perfectly barbequed. It is truly satisfying to have this one for lunch. I think I also got a taste of their Tuna Ala Pobre but I thought I heard it was salmon so that was what was in my mind when I tasted it. It was good, nevertheless.For their dessert, you can choose from Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream or Choco Mousse, this just really matters whether you're a chocolate or a vanilla person. But for their dessert-to-go, you can have one of the best doughnuts I have ever had in my life. They also have lots of flavors in store so make sure you ask.For all your other meals, you can also have delectable and succulent meats that are just on a whole new level of taste sensation. Baby Back Ribs (Php 700.00 for half a rack and Php 1200.00 for a full one): these dry rub ribs are perfectly cooked that you won't have trouble eating them from the bone. It tastes even better with the sauce. Thank goodness their were fries on the side because you're really gonna want some carbs to go with this.Classic Prime Rib Eye (Php 1560.00 for 10oz and Php 3120.00 for 20oz): the highlight of my visit here. Who doesn't love a classic rib eye to bless their taste buds every now and then? It was so tender that it was easy to chew and perfectly cooked medium rare. This is meat you're gonna be thanking the chef for. Shrimp Penne in Tomato Cream Sauce (Php 380.00 for single and Php 600.00 for sharing): creamy tomato sauce is an unusual pair of combination on a pasta for me but hey, if it works, I'll eat it. This one definitely did so don't mind if I have some more, please. The perfect balance of sourness with a creamy texture was such a delight for my mouth.Signature Mushroom Truffle Pasta (Php 380.00 for single and Php 550.00 for sharing): this is another must try. This is one genuine truffle pasta that is just a taste of heaven. It's one of those "close your eyes as you chew" food. It's that good. There's not much I can do to describe how good it is, you'll have to taste it to see what I'm talking about.Cajun Grilled Salmon Fillet (Php 780..00): served with fresh Ratatouille under it. This salmon was so flaky and went perfectly with the creamy white sauce it came with. It's a wonder how they can cook such a thick slice of salmon so perfectly cause I've had some really dry ones so this is truly praiseworthy.I have to say that this restaurant is very very underrated and we need to do something about it. Take your family here for a nice dining experience, take your SO here to celebrate an occasion, take a date here to impress them. This restaurant will not fail you.