Sometimes we search for a place where we can escape to, where we can have a good-time without the ear deafening bass of disco music or other pesky "tambays" on the pub. Sometimes we need soothing and relaxing music (the Sitti type), good food for our palate and costs that wouldn't raise our blood pressure. But most of all, sometimes we just need to enjoy some of the finer things in life.

I suggest you make a visit on Lumpiga, formerly known as the Tree House in Iloilo. Just drop by 12 General Luna St., beside Assumption School and across SPED school. The ambiance is really relaxing. The lighting is just perfect and there are several paintings on display. Some of them are actually for sale. There are no seats, just really big pillows and the house can be packed in a flash. Shoes and slippers must be removed upon entering and the quite attending staff takes care of the rest.
Lumpiga also offers a variety of music and it depends on what night you come. The famous local band named Dual Vibe plays Bossa Nova music every Teusday and they really play good soothing music.

Lumpiga also offers really savory but affordable food. Let me start with their sisig. Most purists would often want their sisig to be so hot that it should be able to burn their tongue. And, boy, their sisig really leaves a mark. No eggs and mayo here folks, their sisig is in its purest form. No more worries about the fat guy needing to order "extra rice" because it just has a sole purpose, to be the ultimate beer-mate that Lumpiga has to offer.

Devilishly hot Sissig

I also suggest that you try their Chicharon Bulaklak because its the best one that I've tried so far. The Stuffed Chicken Wings that they offer is both innovative and delicious. Its crunchy on the outside and really cheesy on the inside. It can either be a beer-mate or the dish that that the fat guy will order some "extra rice" for. Their Mixed Seafood is also a must try because of the perfectly tender and savory squid and shrimp.

Not only is Lumpiga a perfect place to hang-out with your buddies, it's also a good place to take your special someone for a nice dinner. Yes, you heard me right, DINNER... They offer several dishes but the one that really caught my eye is their Baby Back Ribs. Its so soft that the meat falls of the bone! No need for a knife here, you can just use you fork. The mashed potatoes that accompany it is really delicious. It's like chocolate, it melts in your mouth.

Succulent Baby Back Ribs

They also offer a variety of beverages. There's the local favorites and different mixed drinks. Just ask the waiter for assistance. But I recommend to try the Lumpiga mixed drink, Infrared, Poso Negro, the Rumble and the Rhasta man.

The colorful Rhasta Man