Asian Cow by Chef Patrick Co — Restaurant in Davao City

This is easily one of the Top 3 places I’ve eaten at during my 3 weeks in Davao,It seems to be a local celebrity restaurant. — I had already heard about it before coming.

The space is cozy, refined, and full of character. The staff were well-trained, polite, and very attentive. The entire service felt warm and thoughtful.

The menu was super creative. There were so many tempting dishes that I honestly didn’t know what to choose — everything looked so good, and I just wanted to try it all. In the end, we ordered char kway teow, an Indonesian dish called Rendang , and the Filipino Beef Tapa. The restaurant focuses on Asian fusion cuisine, and I could really see the effort behind each dish. The ingredients were all top quality.

One thing I must highlight is the dessert. We ordered a slice of Thai milk tea-flavored cheesecake, and it was probably the best cheesecake I’ve had in here. The size was twice as big as a regular slice, and it only cost ₱228 — such a great deal. Although I felt it was a bit sweet for me, but in general as a sweet tooth, I absolutely loved it.

As for the mains, the portions were exactly like people said in the reviews — huge. Two of us ordered three dishes and one dessert and ended up totally stuffed. My Indonesian friend said that even though the Rendang dish looked different from what he usually eats back home, he could still taste the original sauce — it was just reinterpreted in a very creative way. The char kway teow wasn’t the same as the Chinese version I’m familiar with, but the plating was elegant, and it tasted nice. The angus Beef Tapa was delicious and tender, just a little too sweet for my personal taste.

You could tell the dishes were thoughtfully redesigned with a creative approach. If I had to mention one small thing, it would be that in some cases, form slightly outweighed substance — maybe the balance between innovation and the original flavor wasn’t quite there. But it could also just be personal preference. Hopefully next time, I’ll find a favorite that really hits the spot.

I also saw that they offer Paella, and I’d love to save that as a surprise for my next visit to Davao.

Lastly, I want to give a big shout-out to the staff, especially Rejj, everyone were incredibly kind and detail-oriented — offering extra chairs for our bags, refilling our water without asking, and when it started pouring outside as we left, Rejj held an umbrella and walked us all the way to our car.

For the price we paid, I genuinely feel like the whole experience was very close to fine dining. Their service and professionalism left a strong impression on me. I’ll definitely come back — and next time, I hope I’ll discover my personal favorite from their creative...

Asian Cow in Davao is an exemplary dining spot that effortlessly caters to large groups with grace and gastronomic flair, as demonstrated during our recent visit where we booked the entire restaurant for a group of 50. The ambiance was welcoming and perfectly suited for our sizable gathering, providing both comfort and style.

Chef Patrick Co, the heart and soul behind Asian Cow, personally ensured our experience was nothing short of spectacular. His friendly and accommodating nature mirrored the positive energy he's known for on social media, making us feel right at home. The chef’s presence added a personal touch that greatly enhanced our dining experience.

The menu was a delightful journey through Asian flavors, with standout dishes that left a lasting impression on all of us. The beef barbecue and tuna belly was succulent and expertly seasoned, the pad thai was authentically flavorful with just the right balance of sweetness and tang, and the crispy pata was a crunchy, juicy delight that exemplified Filipino cooking at its best. Additionally, the thai salad and fresh spring rolls offered a refreshing contrast with their crisp, fresh ingredients.

The service at Asian Cow was impeccable. The staff were kind and attentive, reflecting the renowned hospitality of Davao locals. They managed our large group efficiently, ensuring that every guest was looked after with care and professionalism.

Overall, our group was thoroughly pleased with the entire dining experience at Asian Cow. The combination of delicious, well-crafted food, warm hospitality, and the vibrant atmosphere created by Chef Co and his team made our event a memorable one. We left with full bellies and happy hearts, eager to return and relive the exceptional service and culinary delights...

It is an asian fusion restaurant. Dishes are good for sharing so this place is definitely reccommended for group dining. Prices might be a bit tad steep for most locals but could still fare quite comparably to that of the size of the dishes. Service was actually good however there was an incident of food gone rogue. As the server was handing down our appetizer, unfortunately one roll literally rolled out from the plate onto the table. Probably it was too eager to be eaten. The server horribly apologized and went to the kitchen and came back with a new set of rolls this time all kept in its place. Don't worry this place has an open kitchen so it is safe to say that indeed a new set of rolls were served. For the food, we had ordered the following: for appetizer, the shrimp and longganisa (a Filipino sausage) fresh spring roll. However, I noticed the shrimp was quite missing in this pairing. Could only taste that of the longganisa with the rest of the roll. We ordered the Tom Yum soup. Hot and richly flavored. The pad thai was what I was craving for so probably entirely the reason why we dined here in the first place and fortunately it...