Felisa's Cafe & Restaurant — Restaurant in Tacloban

We recently ordered 6 Super Halo-Halo from this restaurant after being enticed by the appetizing photo in their advertisement. The image showcased a vibrant dessert packed with a variety of jellies, gulaman, and other traditional fillings. However, what we received was far from what was promised.

The halo-halo that arrived at our doorstep lacked the ingredients that made it “super.” Instead, it was mostly filled with monggo beans and corn, with just a small amount of sweetened banana and a few strips of coconut. To make matters worse, it was topped with a lackluster chocolate ice cream—quite a downgrade from the expected ube ice cream featured in the ad.

It felt like they accepted the order despite not having the full set of ingredients and decided to push through with whatever was available. This kind of inconsistency is frustrating and highlights a common issue with some local or homegrown establishments. Without quality control or consistent standards, it’s hard to trust the product you’re getting.

This experience makes it clear why many people still prefer fast food and commercial restaurants—they’re systematic, standardized, and consistent.

Unfortunately, I can’t recommend this restaurant for their halo-halo. There are better options elsewhere if you’re looking for a proper, satisfying version of this classic...

Great restaurant! Especially when you just want to hang out with quickly served and delicious tasting Filipino food.

Some of their 'must-try' are their Halo-Halo and my personal favorite, the Yap Chicken.

The location is nearby malls like SaveMore and the Gaisanos. There's also an internet cafe on the second floor above, and other services like Currency Exchange, Xerox, Computer Repair Shop, and etc. on the same block!

Perfect place to chill while you wait or when trying to get some rest from...

This is my absolute most favorite restaurant in Tacloban. It's been there since forever, and perhaps I love it because of the nostalgia but the food is genuinely delicious. Next time I eat there, I'll take pictures. The pansit is great, fried rice is great, buttered chicken yum, tinola 👌 The interior is dated but that's something I love because it hasn't changed much since I was a little girl. Besides, you go there...