Cafe Floriana: Fine Dining at a Price You Can Afford!

Happy day everyone!

Last Saturday, I have received my first payout from my home-based job and eventually, since it was also holiday in the Philippines since it’s the 30^th of November, it’s Bonifacio Day, my husband is off work and the kids are at home… it’s the perfect time to bond together!

We have tried this newly opened Eat-All-You-Can Restaurant just near where I live. I mean really near! It is just 200 meters away from home.

The place is called Café Floriana. Its mother branch is that of same Eat-All-You-Can restaurant located at the second floor of Marikina Hotel, however, the name is quite different. The mother branch is called Café Flora. This branch in San Mateo is what they called the daughter! LOL

          Whatever it is, well, that’s not for me to know further, I’m not part of their staff though! (Giggle!) The business started last Tuesday, 26^th of November, but they had it blessed first on Monday and as far as I heard, the blessing ceremony was a success. Well, it will be a success since they offered free food on that day! Yes, free food, and unfortunately I was in the middle of my dream world when it happened. LOL

Kidding aside, when you look at Café Floriana outside, the place seems too bold. It’s truly an eye-catcher, especially the large signage/tarpaulin at the parking space. Now, let see the inside of the restaurant. The restaurant is nice. Tables and chairs are well-arrange, that of the usual restaurant should be. Though it

would be nicer if they have some couches for more comfort. Now, I’m sure what you guys will be asking next… the price? You wouldn’t believe it, dear readers, though the restaurant have this pleasant atmosphere, their price is very affordable for an Eat-You-Can buffet restaurant. How much? Php 150.00 per person (or about $3.50). Very affordable, isn’t it?

But don’t get me wrong, since it is a restaurant and the waiters/waitresses are really accommodating, the 10% service fee charge is worth paying for. Wondering if you can bring the kids with you? You absolutely can bring them along for Café Floriana give discount rates, too. For kids 3 feet and below, it’s absolutely free. For children 3 feet to 3.6 feet, pay only Php120.00. For senior citizens, dine at Php 115.00 only. These discounted rates are not subjected to the 10% service fee charge. Now, that’s cool.

The food is okay. Well, as we always say, the taste will depend on the person eating the food. But if you’ll ask me, I would say the food just taste right. They have choices laid on the table, but of course, it is a buffet! They have vegetables, pork, chicken and beef dishes to choose from. Soup, desserts and fruits are also on the table, just choose whatever you like. Well, just make sure you have no leftovers on your plate, or else, you have to pay twice! (Well, for usual food diners for these kinds of restaurants, this is already usual to see!)

Café Floriana is the first ever eat-all-you-can buffet restaurant in the establishment history of the town of San Mateo in Rizal. The staffs and food servers will greet you with a warm welcome and accommodating each customers with a smile. 

Cafe Floriana is managed by Mr. Patrick San Pascual and I personally want to thank Ms. Krizhia Marie Sablay, Dining Supervisor, for allowing me to give a review to our dining experience.

Cafe Floriana accepts catering service for special occasions, too. You can check out their website, www.rscatering.webs.com or email them riveras_catering@yahoo.com. For inquiries you may call 622-5181 or 216-7585

Cafe Floriana is located at 125 General Luna Street, Ampid 1, San Mateo, Rizal. It is situated along the street of  General Luna, across Chiombon-Panganiban Multi-Specialty Clinic, near 7-11.

I highly recommend the place for good dining experience. It’s really worth it!