Rodrigo's Roast Beef

It all started when Julian Rodrigo DelaCruz (aka JR) had a huge appetite for roast beef. Back in the day, he  found eating roast beef  a huge delight because it was expensive. He decided to learn how to cook roast beef and send it to friends as gifts, instead of eating out and paying a lot for roast beef.

With his partner and girlfriend Deonna Lynn Fernandez (aka Deonna), they decided to put up a restaurant in a street filled with lots of good eats. It was quite a challenge to be a new restaurant where there are a lot of competitors, but at the back of my mind I knew Rodrigo's would be a place people will flock. First, they are the ONLY restaurant in the south that really specializes in roast beef. Second, the prices are inexpensive. People won't be intimidated to come in and eat with friends or family. Third, the staff and the owners are very friendly and accommodating. You'll probably spot Deonna or JR asking for feedback on the food.

 And lastly, WHO DOESN'T LOVE ROAST BEEF?

Thanks to JR and Deonna, I was able to sample their best selling dishes. Now your favorite part. I will describe every dish they've made my happy stomach savor. XD

1. Wickedly Good Mashed Potatoes

-Their potatoes are all natural and freshly made every order. You won't see them use those instant mashed potato packs. The gravy that complements the mashed potato is made from the drippings of the roast beef mixed with mushroom sauce. Served with a pinch of garlic chips. I personally love how soft the mashed potatoes are. Their gravy is nothing like I've ever tasted. It has that "roast beef buttery" taste that just mixes so well with the potatoes. 

2. Coleslaw

-Their coleslaw is composed of cabbage, carrots, a bit of onion and mayo. The ingredients were first drenched in salt and vinegar to give it that tangy taste. 

3. Macaroni Salad

-The macaroni is cut into small bits mixed with carrot bits, celery, shredded chicken and pineapple bits. I'm not exaggerating when I say that this is THE BEST MACARONI SALAD I've ever tasted. I instantly fell in love with the creamy taste of it. Not too sweet, and everything just mixed so well. 

4. House Blend Iced Tea

-This is THE drink to have after every roast beef experience. It has that lemony zest that isn't so overpowering because it's mellowed with that sweet honey taste. I love Deonna for always offering me one! If she's reading this, I'm begging her to teach me this concoction. :P

5. Rodrigo's Signature Side Salad

-Has no anchovies (basically allergic free!), has croutons, Parmesan and roast beef bits. Made with Rodrigo's signature salad dressing. Makes me wonder what that dressing is made of. 

6. Creamed Spinach

-Another bestseller! Drenched in heavy cream onion. Doesn't even taste like your typical spinach. Kids will surely love it because the heavy cream onion managed to remove the "pait" factor of the spinach. Parents, make sure you make your kids try it! I swear they'll make Popeye run for his money!

7. The "Joe Hoc" Manwich

-For those who are asking, "Joe" is actually a batchmate in a frat and best friend of JR from Zobel. He suggested JR to come up with a sandwich that's bigger (or manlier) in size and add lots of cheese. Thus the "Joe Hoc" manwich is made! 

It's a bestseller of the manwiches. JR wanted to keep this sandwich simple because he wants to emphasize on the roast beef instead of adding more unnecessary extras. It's smothered with gravy and cheddar cheese. The sandwich has that "pandesal" texture that's really soft and easy to eat. 

8. Rodrigo's Roast Beef

-Soft. Juicy. No need for gravy because it's packed with so much flavor. I can't elaborate anymore. Best you guys go and try it. ;)

Rodrigo's Roast Beef

21 Aguirre Ave., BF Homes Paranaque

Call: 501-0584

Facebook: www.facebook.com/RodrigosRoastBeef

Thanks for some of the photos!