Rosel's Authentic Filipino Cuisine | Waterloo's Hidden Gem 🇵🇭

📍 Rosel's - Authentic Filipino Food 220 King St N, Waterloo | 🕒 11AM-9PM (Closed Mondays) 🍜 MUST-TRY DISHES 1️⃣ Pancit Bihon (₱16.95) – "Filipino Stir-Fried Noodles" Why It’s Legendary: Thin rice noodles w/ Spanish chorizo, crispy pork belly, & annatto garlic oil Topped with soft-boiled egg, scallions, fried garlic Flavor Bomb: Salty, smoky, slightly sweet (like Pad Thai’s Filipino cousin) 2️⃣ Tap-Silog (₱16.50) – "Breakfast of Champions" What’s In It?: Tapa (soy-lime-garlic marinated beef) Sinangag (garlic fried rice) + sunny-side-up egg Pro Tip: Drizzle with suka (vinegar) for tang! 3️⃣ Chicken Arrozcaldo (₱10.95) – "Filipino Congee" Comfort in a Bowl: Ginger-infused rice porridge with chicken Topped with crispy garlic, scallions, hard-boiled egg Fun Fact: Named after Spanish arroz caldoso (soupy rice) 4️⃣ Lechon Kawali (₱16.95) – "Crispy Pork Belly" The Star: Deep-fried pork with crackling skin Sides: Mustard dipping sauce + liver spread rice Verdict: "Like Chinese siu yuk but with Filipino flair!" 5️⃣ Ginataang Kalabasa (₱14.95) – "Coconut Seafood Stew" Rich & Creamy: Shrimp, fish, squash, green beans in coconut milk Best With: Jasmine rice to soak up the broth 💰 WHY IT’S WORTH IT ✅ Generous portions (shareable!) ✅ 5% student discount (UW/Laurier ID) ✅ Friday specials (ask about seasonal dishes) #WaterlooEats #FilipinoFood #UWFoodie #HiddenGems