Coming in with high expectations, I wasn't too disappointed. The mini siopaos (suggested by our hostess) were especially good, boasting one of the softest buns and tastiest fillings comparable to one of the best we've tried. We ordered their breakfast longanizas as well as the grilled entrees such as the chicken and pork barbecue on a skewer (too much untrimmed fat which may not be a bad thing depending on who's eating) and were all descent in both taste and portions. The java rice isn't quite the same as the ones I remembered, but good nonetheless. I hope Aristocrat keeps expanding and improving their menu to match what's available in Manila and also paying better attention to how they plate or serve their food (sometimes presentation says everything!), things can only get better.