This family-owned Fil-Mex restaurant in BGC beautifully marries Filipino and Mexican
food. Its hip, plays a great selection of music and is all about serving fusion cuisine that
was inspired by their mother’s homey recipes and exotic cocktails.
As soon as you walk into Gorda, you’ll notice the exposed brick and contemporary
design with high ceilings, a cantina, and the eye-catching wall art. The name literally
translates to Fat Lady, which we’ll take as an indication that this is the perfect place to
get stuffed. And trust me, it’s hard not to when everything from the appetizers to the
desserts are loaded with flavors that are worth trying.
The Mama’s Nachos is a popular starter that’s loaded and comes in two serving sizes.
This Spiced Beef Estofado, Trio Local Keso Sauce, Ensalada, and Jalapeno Atchara
combined creates a balance between the different textures that will keep you occupied
as you wait for the main course. You could also opt for the Breakfast Taquito Sampler
that gives your typical taquitos a Pinoy twist with Beef Tapa, Pork Tocino, and Vigan
Longanisa used as fillings.
Gorda also offers Tacos, Quesadillas, Burritos, and Fajitas, but we understand if you’re
eager to get straight to the mains. If there’s anything you should order first, it should be
the Pollo Inasal Skillet, a Mexican-spiced Marinated Chicken Inasal that comes with
Cilantro Sinangag, Roasted Pimiento and Onion, and Homemade Crema. Another
unique dish is the Pork a La Parilla that features Grilled Tender Pork Chops, Pineapple
Que, and Homemade Refried Beans, with a Kapeng Barako Demi-glace.
A definite must-visit within BGC, Gorda is located at the 2/F of Uptown Parade.