Mactan-Cebu International Airport is a gateway to the beautiful province of Cebu, Philippines. It is not only known for its stunning beaches and historic landmarks but also for its delicious food offerings. Mactan Airport is home to a range of dining options catering to all travelers.

Bo’s Coffee is one of the most popular dining spots at Terminal 1, the domestic airport. The chain originated from Cebu and offers a range of hot and cold beverages, including local coffee blends. Starbucks also maintains several outposts inside. For those looking for local taste, Cafe Laguna is an excellent choice. This restaurant serves Filipino cuisine, including classic dishes like lechon kawali and bistek tagalog. Tsim Shat Tsui serves small meals like dim sum. For quick snacks, Dunkin’ Donuts and Jollibee outlets offer a range of fast food options, including burgers, fried chicken, and of course, donuts. 

At Terminal 2 departure area, Coffe Bean and Tea Leaf is a reliable coffee stop while Asian Kitchen and Nippon Ramen are a hefty pre-flight meal choices. The Plaza Premium Lounge for members and premium passengers offers a range of hot and cold dishes, pasta, salads, and a selection of alcoholic and non- alcoholic beverages. 

IN SEARCH OF PIZZA

Pizza is a beloved comfort food, and in Cebu, it is celebrated in all flavors. There is something for everyone, from classic cheese pizza to more adventurous combinations that include pineapple and Chinese ham instead of pepperoni. One of the newest pizzerias in the city is Domino’s Pizza (Pacific Mall and at Gen. Maxilom Ave near Fuente Osmena). The US-based restaurant gives the existing Sbarro (SM City, Ayala Center Mall, SM Seaside Mall, Robinson’s Fuente Mall), Pizza Hut (Ayala Center Mall, Gaisano Country Mall, Parkmall, Pacific Mall), and Shakey’s (SM Seaside Mall, SM City Mall, Ayala Center Mall), great company.

However, local pizza chains also give these international brands strong competition – Greenwich (Pacific Mall, SM City Consolacion, SM City, Ayala Center Cebu, Raintree Mall) with their popular Hawaiian Overload and Yellow Cab (Banilad Town Center, Ayala Center Mall, SM Seaside Mall), famous for their Meatlovers pizza. Then, there’s everyone’s favorite S&R New York Style pizza. At P99/slice, it is reasonably priced and generously sized. There are three branches in Cebu–at SM City Mall, Ayala Center Mall, and a stand-alone branch at Cardinal Rosales Avenue. They are also available at the for members-only S & R warehouse store in the North Reclamation area. 

For a more artisanal pizza made fresh with premium ingredients, try Asmara Urban Resort at Paseo Saturnino, Banilad. Their pizza crust is perfectly chewy crisp, oozing with melted cheese and served piping hot, as only the Italian owner, Carlo Cordaro, can concoct. Try the popular 4 cheese pizza or the white truffle pizza. There’s also La Gondola at the Waterfront Hotel and Casino where they serve mouth-watering Diavola pizza sprinkled with salami and black olives in a bed of mozzarella. For something less flashy, Pizzeria Michaelangelo at One Paseo serves a reliable pizza margarherita.