C Bar & Restaurant - Sampaloc

We ordered classic fried chicken, fried rice and pancit lucban.Food was okay, but their serving was surprisingly huge. We got so stuffed with our orders that we even had to take half of our food out. I'm not sure if we're not just that familiar with the taste of Pancit Lucban or it's really a little bland. The place is very cosy, though it needs a little cleaning. It looks very vintage and displays a lot of copl items and photos.

When we visited, the staffs were pleasant and accommodating. However, the food was unsavoury to our taste. The sizzling liempo and ham&cheese sandwich were bland; and the club sandwich&fries were salty. The place was accessible and spacious; had an appealing ambiance and good remix music, and various alcoholic drinks such as cocktail and liquor.

This restaurant is small but has affordable prices. I love coming here to hang out with my friends. It's a great place to relax and enjoy the artwork on display.

On the first floor, there is a small stage for live bands, a big screen TV, and upbeat music for dancing. There is also a TV for movies, although it seems odd to watch a movie while socializing. The couches are worn and unclean. The food was good, but service was slow. Orders came out separately, with the rice arriving last and causing the other dishes to go cold. The kitchen blamed a gas shortage for the delays. During my visit, I was surprised to see children and a baby present. The atmosphere is more suited for drinking, with customers smoking and vaping. It would be wise for management to clarify that minors are not encouraged. One positive aspect was the friendly and efficient staff. One waitress showed exceptional skill balancing a tray of drinks and a rack of bottles while maneuvering stairs to and from the second floor.

Although it's been about two years since my last visit in May of 2016, I remember having drinks at this restaurant with my in-laws and friends. I loved the view and the hospitality, and I'm excited to return this July. The bar had a quaint and cozy atmosphere with karaoke, and I plan on trying the food during my next visit.