Whenever our family goes grocery shopping at Landers Alabang, our usual go-to restaurant is Ippon Yari. It's a familiar choice, but lately, we've been trying to step out of our routine and explore other restaurants in the area.
Last month, we tried Din Tai Fung, and this month, we decided to give Mister Kabab a chance.
I've always noticed this restaurant whenever we visit the area, but I never really considered trying it until now. My husband, on the other hand, was already familiar with Mister Kabab from his school days in Quezon City, where he had known about the restaurant long before I did.
What surprised me the most was learning that Mister Kabab dates back to 1987! Imagine, the restaurant has been around for decades, and I only got to try it now!
Maybe one reason it took me this long is that I'm not particularly adventurous when it comes to food. Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine isn't something I'm very familiar with, so I tend to stick to the dishes and restaurants I already know.
But I guess that's also part of the fun of discovering new restaurants. Sometimes, we just need to step out of our comfort zone and give something different a try.
Our Lunch at Mister Kabab
This month, after finishing our grocery errands, we finally headed to Mister Kabab for lunch. The restaurant has al fresco seating, which is something to keep in mind if you're planning to dine there.
We had already checked the menu online beforehand, so ordering was easy. Here's what we got:
· Hommus – ₱260: Mashed garbanzo beans with tahina, served with pita bread.
· Platter – ₱900: Two skewers each of chicken, beef, and lamb kebabs.
· Basmati rice – ₱200: An additional order meant for sharing.
For our family of three, the serving of rice was quite generous - actually, a little too much for us! My husband tried his best to finish everything so we wouldn't have any leftovers.
I'm not usually fond of lamb, so I wasn't expecting much from the lamb kebab. Surprisingly, I enjoyed it! It was a nice discovery, especially since lamb isn't something I would normally choose when eating out.
Was It Worth Trying?
Overall, my son and I thought the food was just okay. I think my husband was the one who enjoyed our lunch the most, perhaps because the restaurant brought back memories of his younger days in Quezon City.
While Mister Kabab may not have become our new go-to restaurant, I'm glad we finally gave it a try. It's always nice to step out of our usual dining routine and discover something different.
Would we come back? I think so! If we're craving Middle Eastern food, Mister Kabab is a place we can consider visiting again.
Sometimes, trying a new restaurant isn't just about finding a new favorite. It's also about sharing experiences, revisiting old memories, and discovering what everyone in the family enjoys.
