Now that things are going back to normal from the super busy December, Nate and I are back to visiting restaurants on our quest to finding good and recommendable places to dine :). Garage 88 is 2nd on the list this 2016 and I have to say that this restaurant is certainly worth visiting!
Soguilon Foods Corporation:
Soguilon Foods Corporation was established and founded in 2012 by a young and driven, visionary entrepreneur, Ms. Kristine Soguilon. The company’s humble beginnings started out with only one branch in BGC named Garage 88 Burgers & Beers. *
Today, SFC is the major stockholder and operator of Garage 88, The Ostrich Farm, Banquet Opulence Inc., Oinky’s and SFC Depot. The corporation is spearheaded by Founder, Chairwoman and CEO Ms. Kristine Soguilon-Lim, together with husband, Mr. Jaime Jasper Lao Lim (President), and Ms. Frances Margaret L. Medina (Chief Executive Manager), along with their key people who are skilled, knowledgeable and has a vast experience in their respective departments. *
Garage 88
The first Garage 88 Burgers & Beers branch opened in November 2010 @ 32nd St, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. The concept was simply to create a cozy place that is well suited to have great conversations, serve good food and offer a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. After a few years of market experimentation, fine-tuning, product development and loads of hard work, they have what you see today.*
As of 2014, Garage 88 has 3 branches, serving thousands of guests per week. It is now defined as a bar and restaurant wherein people can eat their comfort food, relax, chill, watch their favorite sports, listen to their favorite music, party and meet new people whom later on will become their friends.*
Here’s why I think Garage 88 is a good place to be with friends:
1. Its rugged ambiance
You know it’s a good place to be with friends when it’s not too formal and you can fool around each other without worrying that you might be at the wrong place. I mean, don’t get me wrong, I know many group of friends who are professionals like to dine on great restaurants too, that’s fine, but I, personally, would rather be in a place that’s not too “stiff” with my friends. I want a place where we can laugh out loud and chill at the same time. Garage 88 is a place where you can catch up with your old friends, college or high school barkadas, or just anyone you want to have fun with.
When we were inside the store, I immediately thought to myself: “Ah, kaya pla Garage ang name!” It literally has that rugged design – I bet men will love this place! Take a look at their setting.
2. The 12 Wheeler Burger!!!
Their humongous 12 inch monster burger is perfect for people with large appetites or group! This burger is good for 12 persons. If I am a teenager now, I’m sure I’ll invite 11 friends here and divide the total price of this burger (Php 988) to all of us! Haha! Imagine, that would only cost each of us around 80 pesos! Laking tipid, diba? 🙂
Plus, here’s another twist: Finish the 12 wheeler burger yourself in 60 minutes or less, it’s yours for FREE!!! Yup, you read that right! So if you think you’re up for the challenge, go ahead and visit the store now! Haha! I don’t think I can finish this in an hour! But, I know what you think – “has anyone ever finished that in an hour already?” – the answer is YES! Wow! Just wow! 3 people has already conquered this challenge!
3. Don’t want a burger? Don’t worry!
If you think you, for some reasons, don’t want a burger, that’s perfectly fine! They have pastas, nachos, chicken tenders, and all-day breakfast menu to choose from. They also have alcoholic beverages for those who drink (no, I don’t drink, hehe). Here’s what they offered us when we were there:
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Bone marrow soup (Php 128) – sorry I haven’t tasted this one, but other bloggers say this is tasty. I haven’t had the chance to try. |
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Steal Au Poivre (Php 498) – I call this roast beef. My friend and I loves this dish so much! It’s scrumptious enough for us to almost eat it all! haha. The meat is so soft, and the taste is perfect! |
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Kids and their ice cream! . |
Everything they served us are lip-smacking! There was just one thing I really wished while enjoying these foods – I wish there was rice! hahaha. Oh, these are so delish (especially with rice! lol)! Try it, you may not regret going here.
4. Friendly staff
Tell me who doesn’t want this? We all want to be accommodated very well at any business establishments, whether that’s a resto, a shop, a grocery store, a mall, anything! We want good customer service. Don’t worry, you sure can get that from the staff of Garage 88, they’re friendly, accommodating & nice. They even greeted our kids! And that, my friend, is a plus for me as a mother! 🙂
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Keep quiet, these two are dealing with some serious matters! lol! Thanks to the staff for getting them their own cup of ice cream, that kept them still and quiet for a long time! 🙂 |
5. My final say
Garage 88 is a “must-try” – this is the word I can describe the store. Oh, the foods served are delightfully delectable, specially their carbonara & roast beef, ah, it’s perfect!
Plus, the owner, Kristine Soguilon, is so warm and friendly, they even gave us burgers to take home & discount cards for our next visit. Garage 88 is a good place to spend the hours with anyone you think you want to chit-chat!
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with the bloggers, OpenRice PH staff and Ms, Kristine Soguilon-Lim (center, on a blue dress) and Ms. Frances Margaret L. Medina (center, on a black dress) |
Garage 88 Katipunan is located in:
3rd Floor, Kopi Roti Building
Upper Katipunan, Quezon City
OPENS DAILY
From 10:00AM to 3:00AM
Mobile#: +63 917 815 6693
Website: www.garage-88.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/garage88burgersandbeers
Have you been here before? How was your experience? If you haven’t yet and you’re nearby, go pay them a visit!
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*Taken from the SFC company profile given to us.
Omg! My stomach is doing somersaults! The burgers, bacons, and chicken. Huhuhu. If only they had a branch in Baguio. Gastronomically appetizing post! 🙂
This is one of the appetizing places I've been to, everything is just mouth watering! lol!
I love Garage88! Been to their BGC branch and their chicken wings are the best 🙂
wow i love their concept pero nanlaki mata ko dun sa burger haha.. i think this resto is really meant for a group .. i will definitely invite my friends to visit this place as I really want to witness that 12 wheeler burger.. sana they have nearer branch dito sa south din
I'd make sure to finish that burger though. Lol. This place has a cool concept. Would love to drop by here soon.
I saw this place when I was in Maginhawa for a food trip. Looks really interesting and cool set up. 🙂
Wow. I'm a big fan of burger places and burgers in general. This is definitely worth a shot. Thanks for sharing this!
Me and my people would definitely love to try this place out! 🙂
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I agree! Plus, mura pa ang chicken wings, ang sarap papakin! 🙂
I'm sure they're working on that already. nakakalula ang burger! haha
finish in 60 mins and you get it for free sis! haha.
I agree! 🙂
You're welcome! 🙂
Go ahead and give it a shot, you and your friends may love it here. 🙂
I heard it filed bankruptcy. Maybe competitors are too strong.
I'm sorry to hear that!