Flavors of Ilocos

Let's
eat.

The sour note, the garlic, the achuete and the crunch—flavors that seem to go on and on, all on one street.

01 · Snack

Vigan empanada

Fried orange crust, papaya, egg and longganisa. Best eaten hot, with sukang Iloko on the side.

02 · Dinner or breakfast

Short, garlicky and savory. Often served with innapoy (rice cake), egg and tomato.

03 · To share

Crisp outside, tender inside. Dip in KBL—tomato, bagoong and onion—or eat with pinakbet.

Where to eat

Best for the heritage atmosphere and an easy stroll. Check the menu and hours at the door; businesses change.

Start with Café Leona and Irene's Vigan Empanada, then explore the other local spots.

For a quick snack and street food. Think empanada, okoy and warm merienda.

A short walk from the north end of Calle.

Walk the parallel roads for smaller cafés and family eateries that are less crowded.

Ask locals what's cooking that day.

One menu for the day

Allergies & diet

Ask whether a dish has egg, shellfish, bagoong, pork or gluten. Cross-contact isn't controlled in small kitchens and street stalls.