I LOVE GREECE!
Who doesn't? honestly? kung tao lang talaga ang greece matagal na akong nagpakasal.
anyways... there's this one greek resto that i never stop going back to. It's called CYMA. It's high time I say something about it.
Cyma serves up greek food that fits the filipino taste buds. Growing up abroad specifically in Libya, made me realize that I still need to test my tasting abilities. It may not be purely authentic greek cuisine, it is OK since it might not blend to the taste of filipinos. It is one of the few that serves Greek Cuisine. And being a fan of the Greek food. I always love going to this restaurant.
I was so excited that CYMA open up a branch in Robinson's Midtown Manila. I feel like we were meant for each other! Thanks God! haha
After getting a package from the Post Office, me and my sister went straight to Robinson's Midtown. We were so hungry and tired. It was also hot. We were all sweaty and exhausted. As soon as we arrived we immediately went to CYMA and sat and took time to calm ourselves down and just relax.
Mars our server. Was very polite and very pleasing. She was very nice to assist us in getting us seats. Knowing how haggard we looked like she immediately asked us what drinks we would like to have so that we still have time to order. Me and my sister ordered Fresh Lemonade. Which was very refreshing.
Anyways I noticed one lantern was not lid up. I don't know what happen but it was really distracting. I hate that the rain or the typhoon destroyed the view of the outside which made the glasses dirty.
They were lacking air-condition. But i know it wasn't anyones fault.
Mars dressed up nicely. She had no stain in her clothes. The tables and Chairs were properly arranged. Silverwares and plates are cleaned. It was hot though. It wasn't the restaurant's fault it was the mall itself. There were technical difficulties.
Servers were very friendly. Manager was neat and clean too. though he was not able to introduce himself to us. Which i beleive is a default when it comes to restaurant/ hospitality ethics. But it was OK since me and my sister were concentrated on the food.
CYMA's specialties are :
Appetizer (Salates)
Main Dishes / Specialties
PAIDAKIA P650.00 - charcoal-grilled lamb rubbed with crushed peppercorns and olive oil served with a choice of rice-stuffed peppers or Greek roasted potatoes. bursting good flavours. very tender, moist and juicy. One individually can truly enjoy.
Gyros
CHICKEN GYRO P 160.00 - With tomatoes, red onions , tzatziki and wrapped in pita . This is a must try. For under 200 pesos, the dish packs in great value. You'll be full in no time!
They also have great options for wine. which we did not have since it was lunch time and we really didn't want to get tipsy and all that. I believe I read this in one of my book colletions Cyma's white wine includes Lungarotti Pinot Grigio and Monket Bay Sauvignon Blanc.
my lovely sister so excited for her steak
Lemonade P75.00 regular and P95.00 for bottomless
So.. onto our orders: for our appetizer we ordered CYMA Caesar P250.00 for the Solo - Fresh romaine lettuce, with grated parmesan cheese, vine-ripened tomato huge wedges, canned pitted black olives, croutons were baked ahead of time served with lemon caesar dressing.
Since we have ordered the specilaties before.. we decided to try their Souvlakia Souvlaki (Greek Shish-Kabobs) dishes. so we ordered different types. we had the:
Lamb P450.00 -Skewered lamb chops. big serving. I've always been a fan of big servings. i've mentioned this before growing up in Libya, I was so used to beef, chicken and lamb. the sad part is when I got back here in the philippines. Lamb is not really much of a typically grocery item. aside from being expensive it is NOT FRESH! So with this dish I salute CYMA people! I loved the lamb. it is grilled to perfection. the oiliness and the juicyness is incredible. I LIKED IT ALOT! with fresh vegetables. garlic mayo. and warm peta bread. what's more to ask? OPA!! hahaha!
Steak P430.00 - Skewered beef chunks. as you can see my sister didn't have a hard time cutting that succulent meat.. She was very hungry that she didn't want me to take a picture of her dish. as soon as the server served our orders she was very excited to dig in. the same with the chicken and lamb it was served with warm and delicious pita bread with fresh vegetables and garlic mayo.
Chicken P340.00 - Skewered chicken breast fillet marinated with olive oil a few spices. with fresh roasted veggies. served with garlic mayo and salad with warm pita breads. the tenderness of the chicken cooked perfectly.
And for Dessert or in Greek they say "Glyka" we had the Skolatina P250.00 - Cyma's Molten Chocolate Cake - served with vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce. This was a diet killer, painkiller, heaven on earth dessert. One can never resist a temptation that's so hard to fight. The one that you want to make love too. The sensualy desire for food. I described it too much already.. a MUST TRY!
Good thing I notice that one of the servers is my schoolmate. we weren't that close but I knew we went in the same university. He was very kind and patient. I'm sorry I forgot your name but i hope once you read this you'll be able to say that I talked to you. You are doing great and you are always smiling. That's a plus in the hospitality industry. So to all the hospitality establishments and hotels or restaurants , excellent employees comes from The Philippine Women's University where we are trained professionally and exquisitely. (woooohhh!! hahaha!)
Anyways aside from that they accept credit cards. Reservations are sometimes recommended specially if you go with a large group. It's actually easy specially if you want to order ahead of time so you don't have to wait and decide on the spot. Unfortunately they don't have any buffets. Corkage fees starts at P 300.00 pesos like for example if you have any favorite wines that you want to test with the CYMA dishes. If you have any health conscious friends or family members that likes vegetarian dishes, CYMA offers it too.
So what are you guys waiting for? Enjoy Greece through its finest cuisine that is offered by CYMA Greek Taverna. Who says Filipinos can't celebrate food Greek Style? Here at CYMA everyone's welcome to say .. OPAHH!!!
Eat Happy Everyone!
Kwaiz miya miya!!
Yours Truly,
Zielle a.k.a Fat Girl
Zielle a.k.a Fat Girl
CYMA Greek Taverna
Branches: Greenbelt Makati / Shangri-la Plaza / Eastwood Mall / Boracay / Ayala Terraces Cebu / and the newly opened Robinson's Midtown
Tel. Nos.: +632.836.2432
Website : http://www.cymarestaurants.com
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