MANILA CHINATOWN STREET FOOD TOUR: 12 Binondo Foods You MUST Try 🥟!

BINONDO CHINATOWN FOODS TO TRY in Manila, Philippines! Delicious Filipino Chinese street food and restaurants at the oldest Chinatown in the world!
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In this video we visit Binondo, located in Manila and referred as the city's Chinatown. Business run by Filipino-Chinese thrive! It is the oldest Chinatown in the world and offers a WIDE selection of delicious foods. Binondo food crawl is an all-day thing so come hungry and ready! Hope this video helps you plan your own Binondo Chinatown food tour.
Binondo Restaurants & Foods we tried in no particular order:
Sincerity for their fried chicken!
Dong Bei Dumplings
Eng Bee Tin & Ho-land for hopia (bean filled pastry)
Diao Eng Chay
Shanghai Fried Siopao
Cafe Mezzanine (LOTS of items besides the soup to try like kiampong!)
Quik Snack
New Po Heng for yummy lumpia
James Corner
P.S. We covered a lot of food here but not all! Please explore and try new foods at Binondo. There is SO much amazingness!
Special thanks to our local food guides Boom & Sean from Our Awesome Planet!
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[@CupofTJ]

Comment edited 3/16 to reflect changes with current state: Hi everyone! This video was filmed before the outbreak. Lots of Asian restaurants around the world were being associated with the virus and people were not eating there due to ignorance. Racist comments or jokes about the virus will be deleted. With xenophobia and racism at an all-time high, let's make this a safe space where we can still enjoy Asian food and culture. Things are changing very quickly and government is encouraging everyone to stay at home. Hopefully you can still enjoy this video and the yummy food through the screen! We can only hope for better news in the following months. If possible, support local businesses who may be offering delivery at this time. Much love to everyone

[@toddm2422]

thank you TJ. let's support each other. salamat po

[@kantrimen9741]

🐼🐼🐼🐼🐼🐼🐼🐼 Sending you heaps of Pandas cause they're black,white and asian 1 love for food and humanity 💕

[@toddm2422]

@bang your head its pretty high. it will get worst for sure in the next few weeks. traveling in Asia always been cheap though =P

[@colinsushiboy745]

I still support Chinese restaurants. Even though many are empty these days.

[@CupofTJ]

TY Colin

[@oyierem]

CupofTJ and Strictly Dumpling should be together for food tour in PH. 👍😊

[@SnackFoodFun]

yes, that will be nice to watch.

[@JMyapiliscious]

And get married ❤️❤️❤️

[@TRUEkcctv1384]

As a couple I was thinking the same thing

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[@alanychung]

I live in Los Angeles and its so sad because in the 626 area word of the coronavirus scare is closing my favorite dimsum and asian food places. Thanks for making videos like this to showcase and appreciate asian food/culture!

[@CupofTJ]

That is such a shame to hear :( it is the same here in New York. Ty for supporting 🙏🏻

[@minniec.9127]

The same is true of all Chinatowns in North America and not just restaurants but all Asian retail. Some businesses have lost at least 50-70% revenue.

[@RockstarEater]

I do food reviews in LA. You're practically my next door neighbor!

[@martinkullberg6718]

Also here in the Netherlands, a few weeks back, I was buiying bobba tea (or was it taro taro) from an Vietnamese stall, there Whas a groep of Asians sitting there, and some youngsters bycycled by and said: " he bah corona!" At loud Which means "he yuck corona!" It felt very bad. My product I bought was tasty and did not make me sick. I also often buiy belgian fries in the same ally, it's like a small "china ally", but they are not all from China.

[@cm8258]

@@CupofTJ Here in NY too. Awful that all these businesses are hurting. Hate crimes here but thankfully they've made some arrests. The ignorant and racist comments online just keep coming. I wonder about the residual effects, like when Asians are traveling abroad a year later, 5 years later, etc. Will Asians still be targeted for this?

[@JMTM]

Manila must be the tastiest sounding capital city name ever. When I hear Manila I imagine tasty food, apart from the fact that it rhymes with Vanilla!

[@CupofTJ]

HAHAH YES I have to agree!!

[@AL_YZ]

Sarap talaga bumisita sa Chinatown. Ang daming restaurants.

[@toddm2422]

binondo is my favorite place. so many memories. all good foods you covered! thank you for this video.

[@CupofTJ]

Ty you for watching! Appreciate the love

[@lwillis112010]

I would like to try everything that you had. It all looks so delicious and tasty especially the fried chicken.😋😋😋😋😋

[@soxrox2574]

This is the first video I've seen of yours since the Google commercial was aired. Congrats on the national publicity of your channel. It's well deserved. 😃😃😃

[@CupofTJ]

TY!! I had no idea they would air it like that hahah

[@ramgupta6280]

What, where?

[@soxrox2574]

@@ramgupta6280 Here is the link to TJ's part of the commercial kzbin.info/www/bejne/o5fcimupmLiHfJY The main commercial is called Google Find Your Scene. FYI it also includes another great KZbinr I follow called Adam the Woo he's the one that says "Ralphie lived here". Enjoy 😃

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Here's the link to the main commercial kzbin.info/www/bejne/fmnUaJhqesR_brs

[@leumartambrosio3078]

Thanks for featuring philippines in your vlog. It makes me miss my home town more while working overseas.

[@mcbennetjusi2542]

You're so good at interpreting the food, feels like i can taste it by watching it,, keep up the good work,, by the way that was really adorable dog,,

[@krishdeguzman387]

Soo yummy! I wanna jump out of my bed and drive to binondo now! Thank you for the feature! Welcome to PH -even if its pref-filmed! Love your videos!

[@AussieAngeS]

OMMG I miss your videos, I'm so happy that you uploaded. Manila chinatown looks awesome, the food looks delicious.

[@CupofTJ]

TYYYYY always Angie!! I'm def more active with personal life on instagram!

[@AussieAngeS]

CupofTJ I’m following you on Instagram hun ☺️

[@ArchieS-id8lf]

The whole time growing up in Metromanila, I've only been once in Binondo to eat as it was considered uncool place. Now all I want to do is when I visit the Philippines again, Binondo will be on top of my list.

[@FaiGal]

Right when she said “are you guys hungry?” my stomach growled 😳

[@CupofTJ]

Heheh

[@nozty]

Was waiting for you to do a binondo food crawl. :) glad you filmed before the outbreak. :)

[@AnSEpisodes]

Yay Indonesian Tofu! Indonesians here...:)

[@ernieinductivo4430]

101% thumbs up!!!!!!! you are best food vlogger i've seen. You have the best and genuiene food taste test reaction.

[@marichularavillegas1741]

It's good you enjoyed it before the outbreak. I love your videos😍😍😍

[@MoistlyMoist]

yay TJ is back :) I wanna try some siopao it looks tasty, and some of those sour things whatever they were :D

[@josephohanlon205]

CupoftJ, you showed what we looking for: KuChai-ah. And the Indonesian tofu, and all the soaked 'fruits' in the jar. We love that.

[@elsalisa146]

Really like what you are doing. Everything you tried looked really yummy better then most food videos I’ve been seeing. Found you from best ever food review. Something good.

[@gregoryharris5015]

Groovy Video TJ 🌞♥️🚀

[@stroberingo19]

Wow. You really went through the hitlist, here. Well done.

[@errolbarandino7380]

The fresh giant lumpia makes my mouth watery.

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[@davedpl8722]

Ohhhh yummy😮 looks good ! I am taking a trip to Manila I can wait to try...

[@aaronreyesPH]

I'm supposed to be in Taipei last month to try some food that you featured there, but due to the outbreak, i have to cancel plans and refund "almost" everything. I guess i have to wait 'til the next cool breeze to be there, (and hoping to say hi to you) Thank you TJ for featuring and supporting Filipino-Chinese Food. My gahd, it makes me want to go back to food tripping in Binondo. Again, salamat TJ.

[@chayna28]

im glad you tried Holland hopia. That's my all time favorite childhood snack. Best eaten when freshly baked or heated a few seconds on the microwave, yum!

[@titahaul1437]

Glad I found this channel.. Binge watching your videos during quarantine :)

[@LoveeZahraaa]

Love your videossss!! Sending some loveeee 💕💕

[@JM-de3gk]

Been here since 50k. Keep up the Good and entertaining contents TJ. Love lots from 🇵🇭

[@edisonty9339]

嗨cupoftj, 看妳介紹我家鄉的美食我都流口水了，哈哈，妳真的很可愛，I really love watching your videos. keep up the good work.加油!!!

[@fishingbuddyph8786]

Another awesome vlog, Tj...yes, it's hectic there, but I miss it. And you are right about one other thing. The craziness does energize you. Take care!

[@tutzkhan5175]

Welcome to the Philippines 🇵🇭 hope you enjoy your stay here

[@bechayramos5478]

One thing i really like about the food vlogger, is they really taste and eat the foods. I will try those hopia..

[@irememberla6460]

I would love to go to Binondo one day! That huge lumpia looks amazing!

[@jeddahshane1218]

And delicious too😋😋😋

[@lawhardebbarma3027]

Your laugh is adorable always lightens up the mood.. obviously food comes at the top.😅

[@GeeLee1957]

You make everything look and taste good. Pork buns are always my favourite.

[@kuyaronaldosvlog8053]

Hello Mam,nice to see you eating my favorite hopia and other delicacies,I miss those stuff, Nice video of you....Keep Safe

[@Profound_Travelz]

Your energy is amazing! I feel like I'm taking bites with you 😆

[@khyao7168]

I'm very happy with this episode, seeing how you enjoyed the food I grew up with. My best food combination is Kiampong rice and Pork Asado or Beef Stew.

[@ThisIsNotAhnJieRen]

Kiampong ang Pork Asado 😍😍😍

[@mikilutz72]

best Binondo Food Review so far

[@Daisy3055]

Hello, Each time I listen to your vlog for a long time, your personality makes me laugh to forget my worries every day! From Quebec city, Canada see you soon!💙

[@chewymee4216]

😮😮 she's cute 😊 so fun watching her eat all those yummy food.

[@irena-talita]

An amazing video TJ 🤗..I love when you do the top foods ..My favorite was the fried chicken 🍗 dipped In the gravy totally delicious ❤️I love your channel ..x

[@CupofTJ]

Ty Irene 😍❤️❤️

[@lukassusanto2901]

I missed you so much, thank you this a new video # I love indonesian tofu. God Bless you and your team and stay healthy

[@CupofTJ]

Ty Lukas

[@gsorianogregsoriano]

A very good place to visit and enjoy your day. There's no place like it!

[@victorpatiu8491]

good demo on food hope i will taste that thanks

[@MrPerry61]

love the little sounds she makes when she eats.

[@115thames]

Darn....I'm freaking hungry again, just had my dinner. Hello from downunder!

[@raymondangeles570]

Ahhh i missed your videos. Nice to see you posting again. Hope you have fun in the Philippines.

[@CupofTJ]

Hello ty!! I am more active on instagram working on personal things

[@christopherkeroro723]

Love this, tq Tj! 😊❤ blessing to u

[@donatskify]

While you're in Binondo try the nostalgic Grand Cafe 1919 near Jones Bridge and also R Cafe (rooftop cafe).

[@CupofTJ]

TY!! Such good recommendations!!

[@donatskify]

@@CupofTJ - and take a sunset stroll at Jones' Bridge with. your sweetheart.

[@gsorianogregsoriano]

Yeah!

[@Phonoodles408]

Love these kinds of videos

[@johnveca2979]

Cool vid. My wife is Filipina and I have tried most of these foods. But I have not tried Kuchay-Ah pie. Looks great. We couldn't get to the Phils this summer because of the pandemic, but I'll make my way to Binondo next year and find Kuchay-Ah pie. Tagahanga!

[@bangwi]

The dog at the end is so cute

[@donatskify]

omg that dog at the ending...so adorable

[@CupofTJ]

RIGHT?! cutest dog award!!!!

[@fgf674]

That dog is happy...very happy...cause he's not on the menu..🙂

[@donjaycee]

what breed ?

[@shishi1734]

@@fgf674 that is such a racist comment. Shame on you!

[@fgf674]

@@shishi1734 hows it a racist comment if I'm half Filipino?👊

[@ZuluMachineTravels]

Wow I have not seen your videos in long time ahh now life is back to normal when TJ has new video out 👌🏾

[@simplykevs7516]

how can people dislike this? this is so drooling to watch 😂

[@minniec.9127]

My favorite food item is all :) TJ, you are adorable. Keep up the great work. Yr vdos always put a smile on my face :)

[@CupofTJ]

Ty so much Minnie! That means a lot

[@sumoblues]

Hey TJ! First, you are so adorable and witty! Ho-Land hopia, #2 Kikiam, #6 Chicken pie, and #10 Kuchay-Ah, brought back precious memories and nostalgic yummy-ness! Thank you!

[@CupofTJ]

Ty so much friend

[@tangaako5908]

Im salivating to the highest level !

[@leechestertimothycadauan4244]

Wow that's so really nice I like it

[@maxbenj011284]

i grow up there and it reminds me of my childhood days

[@victorlui5955]

Cool video TJ! 👊

[@jciii8778]

👍🏼 for all your food tasting... you’re doing it well... keep it up!😊

[@tessmarcelotadeo2284]

I'm 45km from Manila but since Pandemic can't venture to Divisoria/Binondo area. I like to eat the lumpia.. so big and tasty. The good one is with chili..😋

[@clemyldelacruz9079]

I like how you did the review. Kudos!

[@awhiterabbit5488]

I need a Lumpia burrito in my life!

[@anjsantos9188]

Tried nearly everything you ate. 🤣 But i'd want you to try Eng bee tin's salted egg yolk lava pao, and soup no.5 of cafe mezanine. And yes to collab with Strictly Dumpling! More power! 😉❤️

[@ernieevangelista6260]

Really love this place, specially Shanghai fried siopao ❤️

[@CupofTJ]

It was SO SO good 😭watching that part was torture for me. Cannot find a bao like that where I am

[@yourweirdbanana]

Filipino/Chinese here! We all can survive COVID19 we are bigger than that virus! Lets help each other and pray! Stay safe everyone!

[@ressastrongman8108]

I love binondo foods... Love those lumpia... Especially fried chicken... Chicken feet.... I love century eggs.. Many foods try niyo..

[@ryangalvez7519]

I lived in my manila for 25yrs yet i haven't tried eating in binondo. Definitely will try some of the dishes after the lockdown.

[@deodreirafael7222]

hulas n hulas si ate! hahaha lab u 😘

[@kidzcrazy1]

I’m in love with you!!! Lol the way you make food look better than it is 😂

[@fritzjr112]

Absolutely awesome

[@louellaramos4433]

I know you ate good food because I grew up there . Kikiam with steamed rice is so good and fresh lumpia is just my fave. I love the different hopia we can eat there.I especially like the pork hopia and I know there is also one with mango filling.Thanks for sharing this video.

[@thetravellinghobitt]

Me and my mom used to go there when we were kids and shop for hopia and go to eat at restaurants there! Not just it’s tasty it is also very affordable! I like the pork flavoured hopia! More creamy and flaky! Thanks TJ! 🥰👍🏼😊😘

[@anjquilinderino6634]

Damn im drooling 🤤

[@kuyaronaldosvlog8053]

Wow really so good,nice to eat.Tofu lumpia,like in Singapore,.

[@edwardmanly9138]

Hi TJ i like your vlogs and I'm always watching it, so simple but full of happiness. Take care..

[@CupofTJ]

Aw thank you so much Edward!!

[@oliviaagustin]

I subscribed because your so interesting to watch! Simply but natural and your so cute reacting of course if it's your tasting the food...More Power and Goodluck! 😘🥰😍🌹🌷

[@RenzOsiasBergado]

Nice vids👍👍 its my first time to watch your video and I love it♥️

[@jamaicavalignota6165]

Whenever you react "wow or woah" i remember mark weins 😂

[@CupofTJ]

My food godfather

[@reneebyler7082]

The chicken pie looked good and the puppy is adorable

[@dreadlocke1151]

Gosh. This made me so hungry. I loooove that fresh lumpia. I could eat a ton of those haha.

[@aquariusjedi]

I love how you eat it’s so relaxed I’ve never liked how someone ate before 😂😂😂

[@junomaranan1101]

Watching you eat just makes me wanna run out & get me some chicken. Gotta have rice w it!

[@ryamrose295]

Hi TJ, i need to go back there😊and eat what u ate❤

[@wisdomtv8698]

Wow...you are really my inspiration of travel vlog

[@CupofTJ]

Wow that is so sweet thank you! I appreciate you.

[@katelynnmhel7304]

Huhuhuhu i miss chinatown binondo 😭

[@ciscosebanes]

You hit the right spots!

[@ravenhearth271]

went to dong bei after a night of drinking... soooo goood!!!

[@simisundeep2456]

Your videos r the best tj😊😊

[@denniss.7028]

Lumpia and the chicken pie for sure!

[@jhoannaz44]

it that lumpiang sariwa,thats one of my fave,i miss manila phillippines my hometown

[@gyuriousjang563]

you're one of the few people who showcased binondo food tour very well

[@jorezzaantonio5765]

Watching this makes me wish my lola is still alive, she used to bring me to binondo and eat chinese foods.

[@rodaxel7165]

❤😂😊 Fresh lumpia has to be my favorite.

[@CupofTJ]

🙋🏻‍♀️

[@matadorqueen8982]

I wanna try lumpia

[@dreadlocke1151]

Me too. I miss those. That one in Chinatown is THE BEST.