Last Saturday, I went out with friends to watch The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug at Resorts World Manila’s Ultra Cinema. For the first time, I experienced watching a movie with fully reclining seats, enclosed private cubicles for couples, unlimited popcorn and drinks and a butler who arrives to refill food and drinks as requested through a three-second press of a button. The movie lasted for 161 minutes, and it was not boring at all, to my surpriseβconsidering that I did not watch the first of the trilogy. Right after enjoying the epic fantasy adventure film, we had dinner at Murray’s New Orleans Bourbon Street Ribs, Steaks and Oysters. π
Review of Murray’s New Orleans Bourbon Street Ribs, Steaks and Oysters (Newport Mall, Pasay City)
Ambiance: β β β β β
Murray’s New Orleans Bourbon Street Ribs, Steaks and Oysters is a casual spot for drinking out with friends. It’s a jazz venue for a quick meal and a glass of wine. The atmosphere was chic and dim, an ideal place to bring your date. The walls popped with wooden brick designs, door and windows that mimic a home. In this essence, dining guests would feel like they are just guests to a friend’s house. Christmas lights were already on, to promote the spirit of the season.
It has a bar area where a wonderful wine selection is highlighted and absolutely not missed upon entrance. The piano keys on top were eclectic as decor.Β Modern and at the same time intricate. β₯
There were also tables and chairs outside. We were seated there and the best part was having a clear view of the performances of local musicians and actors onstage in Newport Mall, Resorts World Manila. It was fun watching them! π
Service: β β β β β
I have nothing against their service. Staff were eloquent and food didn’t take long to come out. Water was refilled and all requests were granted quickly. Customer service at this establishment had that ounce of decent quality we’re all looking forward to meet.
Food: β β β β β
As an appetizer, the Mardi Gras Nachos (PHp 265) was exquisite. Pardon my ignorance but I just got excited to try out these tricolor corn tortilla with sour cream, sharp cheddar and mango jalapeΓ±o salsa. Oh, and there were also bits of grilled chicken barbeque. The nachos tasted ordinarily but it’s good to note they were crispy and I loved the different ingredients used here, especially the mangoes. π
Onions, celery, bell pepper, okra, Andouille sausages (spicy smoked pork), calamari, white shrimps, fish fillet and jambalaya spices β all in one superhero dinner wonder, in less than fifteen minutes. That’s the Seafood Jambalaya (PHp 435) we had, made with the base of most savory Cajun dishes. There was no ingredient that really stood out, but the entire dish was great. The creole rice casserole soaked up all the flavor and it was totally a filling meal.
The Baked and Blackened Chicken (PHp 399) was quite an intrigue. It’s roasted chicken with blackened seasoning, grilled vegetables and roasted garlic mashed potatoes. This blackened chicken had an awesome spicy exterior and just enough moisture inside. Though eating chicken had slowly faded out of my life, I still get to taste versions of it done in different cuisines once in a while. This time I wasn’t disappointed. The mound of smashed potatoes tasted fine to complement the taste, and It thought grilled red peppers and spicy mayo would as well make good condiments.
Fans of pastas with truffle cream sauce would be swooned by the quality choice of ingredients of the Black and Gold Pasta (PHp 449). This dish consisted of home-made squid ink languini pasta served with roasted garlic and sauteed oysters as toppings. The oysters were surprisingly fresh with no fishy smell to appall.
Are these authentic Cajun food? I’m not sure as I’m not familiar with Cajun food and the only previous encounter I had with this cuisine was with Cajun Red Rock which I gave a poor rating, by the way. In contrast, I liked the entrees we sampled at Murray’s New Orleans Bourbon Street Ribs, Steaks and Oysters.
Price for Value: β β β ββ
With Christmas and New Year’s approaching, I know that many people are finding interesting places to bring their friends and family to. I’d say this restaurant is a nice choice. Although prices may tend to go over your budget, dishes are unique and you can just take spending as a regular holiday thing.
Operating hours: 11AM – 12MN
Other branches in Metro Manila:
Upper Ground Floor, Robinsons Magnolia, New Manila, Quezon City | 02 9615711, 02 9615712
Bonifacio Street, Building 5, Bonifacio Global City | 02 8564326
Ground Floor, South Wing, Mall of Asia Complex (MOA), Pasay City | (02) 5501440
About Rochkirstin Santos-Sioco
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Looks so delish food! Tagal ko na hindi nakakain sa mga ganitong resto! Naweirduhan ako sa baked and blackened Chicken but looks interesting! π
Hehe it’s quite exotic for people who encounters it for the first time. I’ll make it to my recommended list. The fragrance greeted me first and I knew it was good.
The foods and their prices are not so commendable to receive the 5-star rating. They need to reconsider the taste and affordability of said foods.
For the most part, it was the prices of the food that’s a turn-off. But the disappointment would get overshadowed once you really like the entrees. Most items on the menu would taste familiar yet they have a special taste to it.
I love the place! and the food is unique.. Btw, I want to experience that kind of cinema too. Sosyalan, lol. π How much yung tix for the movie?
Haha one ticket costs PHp 520. Quite expensive, right? Anyway, I went just for the experience. Comfy seats welcomed us, with a lever to place your feet on and relax itchy restless legs. π
I tried the place already and I like the food here and the servings can also cater for large groups.
Same branch? I would like to visit their branch in MOA soon. π
Yes the one in Resorts World which is near Republic.
Good Idea, I should visit their other branches too.
mardi gras nachos looks very yummy! my husband would love this restaurant! all the varieties looks delicious and tempting!
Yeah, it’s hard not to try this food. Everything gave an important layer of texture and it seemed like a marriage of flavors on an elegant plate. As an appetizer, the portion was sufficient to feed a group. π
I could eat a lot in this restaurant all the foods are so delish…
It’s a lot like Chili’s Bar and Grill, my friend says.
It seems that this restaurant has the most delicious dishes so far. it’s great to know this place.
There’s a lot of classic main dishes at Murray’s. Pick up those food that are light but packed with flavor, unless you want to sample just one or two dishes. π
Helpful info. Fortunate me I discovered your website by chance, and I’m surprised with it. And may all your days be merry and bright and may your Christmas be white! Merry Christmas!!
Thanks, Allie! Merry Christmas to you and your family. π
What I particularly like about reading honest reviews like yours is that I get to find real options as well. I think I just added this place into our list of options.
Well, again, thanks for the trust and your time to read, Tess. π
Everything you had at New Orleans looks delicious. I have yet to try watching a movie at Resort’s World.
Happy New Year to you!
I wish I brought a real cam and not just my iPhone to take those photos.
As for the movie, one try is enough. It’s just like watching a movie at regular cinemas. The only difference is that you can extend your legs and slouch like no one is really watching.
Happy New Year to you and your family. π
This is so interesting with everything black and dark hihi. The nachos had me at hello!
It’s the best appetizer you can get. π
Looks very sumptuous. I’m a bit hungry now. Lol!
Everything may look sumptuous to those who are hungry. It’s different when you’re not hungry before looking into the post and get hungry during or after reading. π
your pictures are making me hungry xD nice review!
Thanks, Jo. π
They are looking so delicious,that Baked and Blackened Chicken making me seriously hungry.
These pictures make me hungry as well – now that it’s almost dinnertime.
wow! the food looks so different! the only thing i was familiar with were the nachos lol! i think if i was to go there i’ve be a bit hesitant to try the food but they do look good though π
That’s where we’re different. Hehe we’re always excited to try food that looks unfamiliar on the menu. I guess we’re more adventurous that way. π
What’s their serving size like? Good for how many persons?
Dishes in general are for sharing (for about two people).