#BaguioEats: Canto Bogchi Joint

Baguio City is known for its cool climate and vibrant food scene. One restaurant that stands out in this bustling city is Canto Bogchi Joint. Located on Kisad Road, just across from Burnham Park, Canto has become a favorite spot for both locals and visitors.

A Brief History

Canto Bogchi Joint first opened in 2008 at Engineer’s Hill with just three tables. The restaurant quickly gained popularity for its American comfort food. After three years, it moved to the Ketchup Food Community, where it continued to attract a loyal following. When the Ketchup Food Community closed in 2017, Canto found a new home on Kisad Road. This location has been a hit, often with queues of people eager to try its food.

The Atmosphere

Canto’s current location is a standout with its clean, white exterior and large glass windows. The design creates a bright and inviting space that reflects the charm of Baguio. The interior is both comfortable and stylish, providing a pleasant dining experience.

The Menu

Canto Bogchi Joint offers a variety of dishes, blending American comfort food with local flavors, which my family and I were able to enjoy during our Baguio vacay:

Lomo Ribs (Php1399 for a family slab): Known for its tender, oven-baked pork ribs, this dish comes with a rich house-blend BBQ sauce and a choice of organic brown rice or mashed potatoes.

The Lomo Ribs is also served with Canto’s much-celebrated Cascade Salad which features fresh Baguio greens, seasonal fruits like strawberries, and a homemade lemon-mustard vinaigrette, which all make for a a crisp and refreshing start to the meal.

BBQ Beef Ribs (Php650): These oven-baked beef ribs are served with red wine jus, roasted veggies, and organic brown rice. The meat is flavorful and tender which made the dish quite a hit with the fam.

Ceviche (Php280): Canto’s take on kinilaw features citrus-marinated blue marlin with a refreshing watermelon salsa and surrounded by crunchy savory chips, offering a fresh, zesty contrast to the heavier dishes.

Dynamite (Php175): Green chili peppers are stuffed with meat and cheese, served with tzatziki sauce.

Fresh Strawberry Juice (Php175): A refreshing beverage that pairs well with the rich flavors of the food, and something that is so quintessentially Baguio.

While the menu is limited to just a few dishes, these are expertly crafted and curated, showcasing the unique textures and flavors, as well as the versatility of local ingredients.

Final Thoughts

Canto Bogchi Joint offers a solid dining experience in Baguio with its range of hearty dishes and inviting atmosphere. It’s a great spot to enjoy American comfort food with a distinctly Baguio twist, making it a worthwhile stop on any visit to the city.

Canto Bogchi Joint is located at 25 Kisad Road, Baguio City, Benguet. The restaurant is open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. For more information or to make a reservation, you can reach them at 0917-8999954.

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