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| - Tinuno was definitely at the top of my list for trying new experiences, and should be at the top of yours if you have not tried it yet. We came as a large group and ordered the Kamiyan feast, which is a line of rice with proteins such as shrimp, mussels, lots of fish, pork belly, skewers, squid, and more. This 3 meter long dinner was a sight to be held with beautiful banana leaves and fresh mango salad that adorned each guest's spot. It was also extremely reasonable at about $17 per guest which includes a drink. If you do not like seafood, I would be wary of coming because most of the feast is that. You eat with your hands and it is quite a fun experience of sharing and laughing with your buddies.
So why not 5 stars? Ambience was almost nil. It is a small, shady looking store that works like a takeout restaurant as well as a dine-in, so a bunch of people are standing around closely while people are eating, and let's just say it's not the prettiest. The tables were the foldable grey plastic kind and I'm sure they have their own reasons, but it definitely took away from the atmosphere. Washrooms were a horror. Unclean.
Service was also to be desired. There was only one waiter who was doing literally everything and service suffered because of that. No checkups, had to get up and get our own drinks from the fridge, not really welcoming, etc. Small things make a difference.
To conclude, I give this place a 3.5/5. The experience was neat and the pork belly/skewers/rice were delicious, but the other aspects let me down a little. I do recommend this place though.
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