Davao Foodie – Food Reviews

January 15th, 2009

Mamu’s

Yesterday we had another one of those impromptu dinners. Blogie, Ria and I met and drove up to Mamu’s, a new restaurant in Bacaca Road owned by Anselmo “Elmo” Ferrazzini. By sound of the name I was certainly not expecting fine dining. My knowledge was limited to what Blogie told me — 1) it was new 2) it was in Bacaca road 3) nothing follows. The interiors were impressive and made me wonder if I had enough money on me. Good thing I did! (Blogie didn’t haha)

Mamu’s gracious manager, Luvluv Tan, made sure we were all comfortable and took us on a mini tour of an adjacent hotel owned by Ferrazzini — Anisabel Suites. I learned that Ferazzini, himself a talented architect, designed both Mamu’s and Anisabel Suites. Each room is cleverly designed and the furnitures, fixtures and upholstery befit a king (or queen ). Easily beats the suites of the Marco Polo, Apo View or Casa Leticia combined. Ms. Tan says they needed to “compete”. I share her enthusiasm. Anisabel Suites is an excellent choice for anyone visiting Davao City.

Back to the food: Ms. Tan gave us several recommendations such as the Shrimp Kinilaw, Beef Abodo (yes you read that right) Tortang Talong and the Chicken Tinuyuan.

Mamu’s
Cuisine: Filipino Fine Dining
Entree Price Range: P200-300
Notes: Free wifi is a plus. Waiters could use some training.
Hours: Mon-Sat 9AM-11PM; Sun 5PM-11PM
Address: F anc C Building, Bacaca Road, Rolling Hills, Davao City
For Reservations: Mobile – 0917.623.6724; Tel – 082.225.8114