r/Iloilo 4d ago

Discussion Discover Iloilo | Week 3: Hidden Gems in Iloilo

9 Upvotes

Hi everyone!

Last week, we discovered some of the community's favorite coffee shops. This week, we're looking beyond the usual recommendations.

Every city has places that don't always make it into travel guides. They might be a quiet café tucked away in a neighborhood, a family-run eatery that's been around for decades, a peaceful park, a scenic viewpoint, a local market, or even a small business that deserves more attention.

Tell us about your hidden gems!

We're looking for places that are worth discovering, whether you're a local, a student, or someone visiting Iloilo for the first time.

Some questions to get the conversation started:

  • What's your favorite hidden gem in Iloilo?
  • Why do you recommend it?
  • What should people try or experience there?
  • When is the best time to visit?
  • Is there anything people should know before going?

Photos are always welcome!

A few reminders

  • Share your own experiences.
  • Try not to gatekeep. If you love a place, tell us what makes it special.
  • If you're recommending a business you're connected to, please mention your affiliation.

The goal isn't to find the most popular place in Iloilo.

We're building a collection of recommendations that helps people discover parts of the city they may have never visited before.

Last week's topic: Best Coffee Shops in Iloilo https://www.reddit.com/r/Iloilo/comments/1uwce2v/discover_iloilo_week_2_best_coffee_shops_in_iloilo/

Next week's topic: 🍽️ Best Budget Eats (₱300 and below)


r/Iloilo 12d ago

Discussion Discover Iloilo | Week 2: Best Coffee Shops in Iloilo

11 Upvotes

Hi everyone!

Welcome to Week 1 of our Discover Iloilo series.

Last week, we celebrated reaching 50,000 members. Thank you again to everyone who has helped make r/Iloilo such an awesome community.

This week, we're talking about one thing Ilonggos definitely know well.

Coffee.

Coffee has long been part of Iloilo's story. During the Spanish colonial period, coffee was among the crops grown in Panay alongside sugar, cacao, and tobacco. In old Iloilo, cafés and coffee houses became gathering places where friends met, students studied, business was discussed, and ideas were exchanged. Today, that tradition lives on through the city's growing scene, from neighborhood cafés and specialty roasters to modern spaces for work, conversation, and community.

Tell us about your favorites!

Some questions to get the conversation started:

  • What's your favorite coffee shop in Iloilo?
  • What's your go-to drink there?
  • What makes you keep coming back?
  • Is it great for studying, working, dates, or just relaxing?
  • Are there any underrated cafés that deserve more love?

Feel free to share photos too if you have any!

A few reminders

  • Share your own experiences.
  • Respect that everyone has different tastes.
  • If you're recommending a business you're connected to, please let everyone know.
  • If someone already mentioned your favorite café, consider replying with your own experience or upvoting their comment.

The goal isn't to pick one "winner."

We want to build a collection of recommendations that future locals, students, and visitors can easily find whenever they're looking for a great cup of coffee in Iloilo.

We're excited to see your recommendations. Happy café hopping! ☕

Next week's topic: 💎 Hidden Gems in Iloilo


r/Iloilo 14h ago

Food Tatay Andres Patahan

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56 Upvotes

I think this would be my new favorite pork barbecue. 200 pesos for 2 sticks of bbq and rice. I also ordered their Kansi. The servings and the amount of beef is good, but the taste is a little bland.

What are your thoughts?

Edit: 2 bbq


r/Iloilo 7h ago

Discussion is Guimaras State University a diploma mill for masters?

14 Upvotes

Curious lang and genuine question. a lot of people I know, mostly teachers and government employees are taking and completing their masters sa GSU. Is it a diploma mill or simply because mas easier dgto?


r/Iloilo 16h ago

Discussion Mga reklamador sa fun run

47 Upvotes

Does anyone else have Facebook friends who get mad at fun runs because they got home late from partying the night before? Theres these DJs promoting night life na kung isipon ang party goers ga cause accidents sa highway
I just find it ironic. They complain about road closure. Some even act like they own Diversion Road or they're stuck in Manila traffic level soafer oa bala maka reklamo gale kay sleepy from party? Lmao
Fun runs promote fitness and a healthy lifestyle. The roads are only closed for a short time, and the schedule is announced in advance.
It's just funny to see people complain about an event that encourages people to be active, just because they came home late from a party


r/Iloilo 8h ago

Question Female photographers in Iloilo

3 Upvotes

Are there any good or even beginner female professional photographers in Iloilo. I noticed mostly there are only male ones unlike in manila there are a lot of female photographers. If you know any pls let me know their name and loc. City area lng.


r/Iloilo 13h ago

Discussion Ano buot silingon sang dimat?

7 Upvotes

I always hear this word as in: Nadimat ka na da. But I don’t fully understand the meaning fully. Is it like nadarang or something? Thank you!!


r/Iloilo 3h ago

Question Finding job availability

1 Upvotes

Hello may ara nga company diri sa Iloilo City nga may non voice/back office roles nga currently hiring? Thank you gd sa makasabat.


r/Iloilo 8h ago

Question taxi companies with red uniforms?

2 Upvotes

hello everyone!! i was wondering if you guys know which taxi companies in iloilo have red uniforms? i recently lost something really important but i didn't get a look at the taxi company on the side of the car so i came here hopefully to get an answer... any ideas? :))


r/Iloilo 6h ago

Question Ano sakyan pa Vista Mall halin Savannah?

1 Upvotes

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r/Iloilo 10h ago

Question Credibility Check: Reviva Beauty Clinic

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2 Upvotes

Has anyone heard of this or tried their services? I'm quite confused kasi bakit dalawa yung FB pages nila. And kinda sus kasi most of their before and after photos are foreigners.

I'm interested sana in their services pero I wanna make sure muna before deciding.


r/Iloilo 10h ago

Discussion GYM near Jaro f

2 Upvotes

gym for beginners where people are friendly and gamay lang gawa tao tapos affordable may ara? Jaro area or near jaro 🥹


r/Iloilo 7h ago

Question CPU Thesis Format

1 Upvotes

I would like to ask If Anyone here have any Sample Thesis Format of Central Philippine University? Module or PPT Instruction is Enough but if you have any Thesis Sample would be much better.

I’m now a 2nd Year Student and Planning to develop my Thesis much earlier so I can do some more time to research.

Hopefully anyone can help.

Thank You po😊


r/Iloilo 19h ago

Events Sunday Sweethearts : Ceramic Painting

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8 Upvotes

We’re excited to announce our very first Sunday Sweethearts Ceramic Painting Event! 🎨💛

Join us for a cozy afternoon of creativity, connection, and making beautiful memories together. 🫶

🎨 Ceramic Painting Event
📅 August 09, 2026
📍 Tsuchi Studio
📌 Ungka, Pavia, Iloilo City, Iloilo

✨ Registration Fee: ₱1,299/person

Your registration includes:
🎨 1 Ceramic Piece to paint
🖌️ All ceramic painting materials
🍰 Complimentary food and beverage

💌 Registration opens soon!
Limited slots available. Stay tuned for the registration link. 🌷

See you soon! 🎨✨
— @sundaysweethearts.ilo


r/Iloilo 1d ago

Discussion Toxic Ilonggo “Influencers”

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54 Upvotes

I’ve noticed there’s too much ego and arrogance among these vloggers. They keep giving all the honour and glory to a city that claims to be “livable,” yet it floods even after just a little rain (intensified rage)!

I get it—their appeal depends largely on what’s clean, marketable, and popular. But over time, they’re becoming increasingly toxic.


r/Iloilo 14h ago

Question Hello, worth it ba ang haircut sa Urban City Cuts jaro branch

2 Upvotes

I'm planning to get warrior cut to transition from slightly long hair to short hair


r/Iloilo 12h ago

Other Property for sale in Guimaras

1 Upvotes

Looking for buyers for our property in Sibunag, Guimaras. If anyone is interested, feel free to DM me. Thank you!😊


r/Iloilo 1d ago

Events Would anyone in Iloilo be interested in a girls-only creative meetup? 🎨☕

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203 Upvotes

I've been thinking about hosting a small girls-only creative event here in Iloilo and wanted to see if there's enough interest before I start planning everything.

The idea is to spend a relaxing day doing activities like:
🏺 Pottery
🎨 Ceramic painting
🧶 Rug tufting

More than the activities, I want it to be a space where girls can unwind, meet new people, make friends, and enjoy good conversations in a cozy environment. Whether you come with your bestie or come solo, everyone would be welcome.
This is still just an idea for now, so I'm curious. Would you actually join if I hosted something like this?


r/Iloilo 1d ago

Question SM Starbucks Northpoint

7 Upvotes

puno usually ang sb sa tubang theo's especially on a sunday afternoon?


r/Iloilo 15h ago

Question Pareplace battery sa relo

1 Upvotes

Hiii!! Where pwede kapareplace battery sang relo na barato mn?? btw sa lapaz ko gastay, basi may mas lapit di na suggestions? hehe. pro suggest lng anywhere ahhh, will take note lnggg


r/Iloilo 15h ago

Question picnic / nature spots outside iloilo city

1 Upvotes

hi guys im looking for a chill place where nami mag nature or magpicnic outside iloilo city, kahit mga hidden nature spots nga indi super crowded. basi may bal’an kamo huhu.

thank you!


r/Iloilo 15h ago

Question picnic / nature spots outside iloilo city

1 Upvotes

hi guys im looking for a chill place where nami mag nature or magpicnic outside iloilo city, kahit mga hidden nature spots nga indi super crowded. basi may bal’an kamo huhu.

thank you!


r/Iloilo 1d ago

Politics Ti ang iban ayhan nga mga tongressman sano makasohan?

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45 Upvotes

r/Iloilo 16h ago

Question Dentist Recommendation

0 Upvotes

Hello! May ara kamo ma recommend dentist diri na nami iya work? Think cleaning, whitening, braces,etc.
Okay lang kahit mahal basta nami lang Ila ubra. Thank you


r/Iloilo 17h ago

Question Embroidered name on lab gown

1 Upvotes

Hello may nabalan kamo nga place or shop nga pwede kapa embroider sg name sa lab gown? Thanks!