Jarace Grill
A vibrant beachfront grill in El Nido offering a nightly seafood BBQ and authentic Filipino dishes with stunning bay views.
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Jarace Grill
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A vibrant beachfront grill in El Nido offering a nightly seafood BBQ and authentic Filipino dishes with stunning bay views.
"Enjoy fresh seafood and local flavors with a spectacular view of El Nido Bay."
Upstairs for the Best Views
Choose seating upstairs for a fantastic view of the bay and sunset, especially recommended for dinner.
Select Your Fresh Catch
Pick your own seafood or meat to be grilled. You pay by weight for the freshest ingredients.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Filipino, Seafood
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+63 998 569 5185
Address
Rizal St, El Nido, Palawan, Philippines
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Fresh Seafood BBQ by the Beach
Select your catch of the day – from lobster to fish – and have it grilled to perfection, all with a view of the bay.
Scenic Beachfront Dining
Enjoy your meal with the sound of waves and a beautiful sunset over El Nido bay. Opt for upstairs seating for the best views.
Authentic Filipino Flavors
Beyond seafood, savor local Filipino dishes like Kare Kare and Sisig, prepared fresh for an authentic taste.
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Upstairs for the Best Views
Choose seating upstairs for a fantastic view of the bay and sunset, especially recommended for dinner.
Select Your Fresh Catch
Pick your own seafood or meat to be grilled. You pay by weight for the freshest ingredients.
Go during Lunch for Faster Service
If you prefer quicker service, consider visiting during lunch hours as it's less crowded than dinner.
Try Local Delicacies
Don't miss Filipino specialties like grilled stuffed squid, clams, and seafood with lato (sea grapes).
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Upstairs for the Best Views
Choose seating upstairs for a fantastic view of the bay and sunset, especially recommended for dinner.
Select Your Fresh Catch
Pick your own seafood or meat to be grilled. You pay by weight for the freshest ingredients.
Go during Lunch for Faster Service
If you prefer quicker service, consider visiting during lunch hours as it's less crowded than dinner.
Try Local Delicacies
Don't miss Filipino specialties like grilled stuffed squid, clams, and seafood with lato (sea grapes).
Translation App Recommended
Staff may have limited English; a translation app can be helpful for ordering and communication.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Jarace Grill is celebrated for its prime beachfront location and fresh seafood, especially the grilled options. Diners praise the quality and price, with many recommending the upstairs seating for stunning bay views. However, some reviews mention inconsistent cooking quality and issues with hygiene, particularly concerning the restrooms.
"Not sure what the bad reviews are for. Sure, service isn’t that great they just bring you the food, but it’s a seaside bbq what do you expect? Lobster is very fresh and prepared well. Came with a few friends from Manila a second time and they all said the food is good as well, and relatively inexpensive given the location."
Bohan Yu
"I have a grill grouper and a grill pork belly for 400peso without rice. Grill fish is done well but would prefer the pork belly to be charred a little. After ordering, they will provide you with a number tag to be displayed on the table you have selected. Rice and drinks will be served when the food is ready. The upstair seat has a fantastic view. Recommended!"
Eng Siong Lee
"The Jarace Grill is a nice ambience for the tourists visiting El Nido, Palawan, Philippines. The guest can enjoy the beach while taking meals. It's great fun. Staff members are well-behaved and caring. They have nice fresh fish and other seafood collections to offer. But hygiene and cooking are not at all up to minimum expectations.
If they can improve this area, they will be a must visit destination for the tourists."
A M Nasir Uddin
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Frequently Asked Questions
For the best ambiance and views, visit during sunset for dinner. Lunch may offer faster service.
Yes, you can select your fresh seafood from the display and have it grilled to your preference.
As it's a casual beachfront restaurant, there's no strict dress code. Beachwear is acceptable.
Yes, the restaurant accepts credit card payments.
While the focus is seafood, you may find some vegetable dishes or could request modifications for certain items.
Popular choices include grilled stuffed squid, clams, shrimp, and local Filipino dishes like Sisig and Kare Kare.
Yes, the upstairs seating offers a fantastic view of the bay, especially for sunset viewing.
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