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Brian Kennett
Amateur Chef and Boozy Traveling Foodie Extraordinaire
Carcar Cebu Resto Reviewย Tanjong Katong. Where Cebuano Flavours Meet Singapore. Tanjong Katong has long been a foodieโs paradise, with its streets lined with an endless parade of restaurant marvels. But if youโve been wandering around this neighbourhood, asking yourself, โSaan ba ako pwedeng makahanap ng Cebuano lechon?โ (Where can I find Cebuano lechon?), youโre in for a treat.
Enter Carcar Cebu, the latest addition to Singaporeโs Filipino food scene, serving up authentic Cebuano flavours with a local twist: the owner is Singaporean after allโฆ Here comes our Carcar Cebu Resto Review.
Why does it say โwith Lita and Joelโ on the Carcar Cebu Resto sign, when the owner is David? Good question, and youโll have to go to our TikTok Carcar Cebu Resto Review for an interview with David to get that explained. What a story this is thoughโฆ
From Lechon that crunches with crackling goodness to ever so savoury Sizzling Sisig, Smoky Juicy Inasal Chicken with Chicken Oil, and Fatty BBQ Bangus, Carcar Cebu Restaurant Tanjong Katong has firmly planted the Filipino flag as the go-to spot for anyone craving the mouthwatering magic of Cebu food.
But letโs get realโyou donโt come here for the decor; you come for the food that makes you say โAng sarap!โ (Itโs delicious!). Plus, another reason might be 241 pints of San Miguel at only $10 this monthโฆ Iโm on my way there nowโฆ
Letโs start our Carcar Cebu Resto Review with the obvious star of the showโlechon. If youโve never had Cebuano-style lechon, let me warn you: youโre about to get ruined for all other types of roast pork. CarCar Cebuโs version skips the heavy sauces and marinades, focusing on the natural flavours of the pork, enhanced with Spring onions (not lemongrass as we do in Bohol), garlic, and other secret spices (I need to get to know David better to get the recipeโฆ)
At Carcar Cebu, the lechon is everything you want it to be: crispy skin that snaps under your teeth, juicy meat thatโs ever so tender, super-juicy and flavourful, and just the right amount of fat to make you unashamedly wipe your mouth with the back of your hand while thinking โWalang tapon!โ (Nothing goes to waste!).
You can also order this spicy โgravyโ made from the meat juices collected as this bad boy roasts over hot coals for ~2.5 hours. WOOF!!! That crispy, golden skin with a hint of Spring onion dipped in the gravy, or traditional Filipino Native Sauce is enough to make you close your eyes and whisper, โSalamat sa Diyosโ (Thank God).
The combination is pure Cebuano street food gold.
At Carcar Cebu Resto, you can get different types of Sisig. I went with the Lechon Sisig. So chunks of that delicious Lechon chopped a tad smaller and then in the skillet with all the other Sisig spices and goodies. The outcome was sublime. This is a beauty right here!!!
If you thought lechon couldnโt get any better, you have to try Carcar Cebuโs Sizzling Lechon Sisig. This dish is like lechon got a makeover. Imagine crispy, chopped-up bits of succulent pork belly sizzling on a hot plate, topped with onions, chilis, an egg, and a dash of calamansi. Itโs so flavorful that youโll find yourself scooping up every last bite, alternating between โIโm fullโ and โjust one more spoonful.โ The crispy pork skin is what dreams (and food comas) are made of.
And hereโs the kickerโthis sisig doesnโt just bring the crunch, it brings the โOooh, init!โ (Ouch, itโs hot!) too. Served still crackling on the sizzling plate, it will tempt you to dig in immediately, but a word of advice: pace yourself unless you enjoy burning your tongue. The mix of zesty calamansi and chilis gives it a tangy kick, balancing the richness of the pork. Letโs just say, after one bite, youโll be saying โPahingi pa!โ (I want more!).
Next up in the Carcar Cebu Resto Review, letโs talk about Carcar Cebuโs Inasal Chicken, the kind of dish that makes you rethink what grilled chicken can really be. Imagine juicy, marinated chicken, grilled over coals to golden perfection. The smoky aroma alone will have you saying โWow, amoy pa lang, ulam na!โ (It smells so good, the aroma itself could be a meal).ย
And donโt even get me started on the crisp charred bitsโtheyโre the real MVPs here. Pair it with a some native sauce (soy and chilli vinegar) and a squeeze of calamansi, and youโve got yourself a Cebuano masterpiece.
The best part? Youโll feel like you are sitting on the streets of Cebu, minus the plane ticket. The chicken is tender, perfectly seasoned, and gives off just the right amount of smokiness. After devouring it, you might find yourself asking, โBakit ngayon ko lang ito natikman?โ (Why am I only tasting this now?). Pro tip: Order extra, because one piece of this Inasal Chicken will leave you wanting more, and letโs be honest, itโs too good to share. Youโll find yourself saying โIsa pa nga!โ (One more, please!), itโs a Cebuano favourite for a reason.
And, finally, in our Carcar Cebu Resto Review, when it comes to BBQ Bangus at CarCar Cebu, this is not your average fish on a stick. Picture this: a whole boneless milkfish belly, marinated to perfection, grilled until the skin is crisp and the meat is smoky, juicy, and practically begging for Instagram.
Itโs the kind of dish that makes you forget all the times you had dry, sad fish. One bite of this BBQ Bangus and youโll be exclaiming, โSarap to the bones!โ (Well, except itโs boneless as served hereโso more like, sarap to the max).
And the best part? This bangus has that perfect balance of sweet and savoury that pairs beautifully with a side of steamed rice and a splash of calamansi. Itโs grilled just right, so each forkful has that delightful crunch from the skin followed by the tender, flavourful meat. Just beware, once youโve tried Carcar Cebuโs version of BBQ bangus, plain olโ grilled fish will never cut it again.. As they say in Cebu, โLami kaayo!โ (Itโs very delicious!).ย
Carcar Cebu doesnโt try too hard to be fancy, and thatโs exactly what makes it so special. The vibe is warm, casual, and welcomingโjust like any family gathering youโve had back home in the Philippines, except here, the food arrives piping hot, and nobody is making you do the dishes afterwards.
The space is simple, with a few nods to Cebuano culture on the walls, and the staff are as friendly as your Tito at a family barbecue. There is one picture on the wall I cannot omit from this blog, it is just hysterical.
Itโs the kind of place where you can hear people saying โKumain ka na?โ (Have you eaten?), the quintessential Filipino greeting, to which the only appropriate response is to grab another plate of lechon and settle in for a leisurely family, laughter-filled meal.
Final Thoughts Carcar Cebu Resto Review: More Lechon, Please
If youโve been craving a taste of Cebu, Carcar Cebu Restoย is your answer. Whether itโs the crispy lechon skin, the perfectly cooked sisig, or the bangus, this little spot on Tanjong Katong delivers big flavours, comfort, and fun.
Youโll leave full, happy, and probably plotting your return for round two โ as we already have. Yep, we go again this Friday coming.
As they say in Cebu, โDaghang salamat, Carcar Cebu!โ (Thank you very much, Carcar Cebu Resto!). Keep the lechon coming!
Carcar Cebu Resto Tanjong Katong Menu
This is not yet available. Weโre working with the owners to have that here for you ASAP. Work in progress, folks.
What is the dress code for Carcar Cebu Resto Tanjong Katong?
As a Filipino resto should be โ itโs casual and full-on family. Come relax, chat, laugh, eat, drink, and have fun.ย
Is Carcar Cebu Resto Lechon and Inasal Resto Halal?
With all that scrummy Pork Lechon: ABSOLUTELY NOT.
Carcar Cebu Resto Lechon and Inasal Contact Details
What are the opening hours for Carcar Cebu Resto Tanjong Katong?
- Tuesday-Sunday: 11am to 10pm
- Monday: Closed
