Goto + Tokwa’t Baboy is 🩷

🥣 My All-Time Comfort Food: Goto & Tokwa’t Baboy 🐷

There are many dishes in the Filipino food scene that can warm your heart, but for me, nothing comes close to the comforting duo of goto and tokwa’t baboy. This pair has been my go-to (pun intended!) for years — whether it’s a rainy afternoon, a late-night craving, or even just one of those days when you need a warm hug in the form of food.

Goto is not just rice porridge. It’s a hearty, gingery broth slow-cooked until the flavors meld beautifully. The beef tripe (or sometimes beef brisket) is tender, the rice is perfectly soft, and the aroma alone can make your shoulders relax after a long day. One spoonful instantly reminds me of home — that kind of comfort you can’t really explain, only feel.

And then there’s the perfect partner: tokwa’t baboy. The golden-brown fried tofu brings that satisfying crunch, while the pork, usually from the face or ears (maskara), adds a chewy, savory bite. All of this is soaked in a tangy, salty, slightly spicy sauce made from vinegar, soy sauce, onions, and sometimes a hint of chili. It’s that burst of flavor that cuts through the richness of the goto, creating a balance that makes you want “just one more bite” — over and over again.

This combination isn’t just food — it’s part of Filipino street food culture. You’ll find it in humble carinderias, roadside stalls, and even at special family gatherings. For me, every serving is like revisiting old memories:

• Late-night trips with friends to a small goto stand after a long day.
• Sunday merienda with family while it rains outside.
• That first sip of hot broth after coming home tired and hungry.

Best way to enjoy? Add a squeeze of calamansi, a sprinkle of chopped spring onions, and a bit of chili if you like it spicy. Pair it with an ice-cold drink or just plain water — because trust me, the flavors will be enough to make you smile.

It’s simple. It’s hearty. It’s home. ❤️

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Lugaw 🍲

At dahil malamig ang panahon tayo ay mag Lugaw 😊

With tokwa't Baboy, calamansi and patis na din😊

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Goto Believe Kapitolyo

We re-visit Goto Believe Kapitolyo during the pandemic.

Kakatawag lang namin and yes open sila until midnight.

See my previous post;

Goto Believe Kapitolyo

Goto Believe Mandaluyong

Syempre nanibago kami sa lugar nung dumating kami. Iba kase ang expectations namin, palagi kasing punuuan ito, maingay, madaming tao, may pila sa pag-kain dito sa lugar na ito. 

This place used to be jam-packed with peeps. Pero ngayon, kami lang ang tao na nag-dine-in at ang mga pa-naka nakang grab pick up lang.

Yung lugar na kung saan, sobrang dalang ang may lamesa at upuang bakante dahil sa ito ay palaging punuan at may naka pila pa.

Pero ngayon kami lang ang tao dito sa lugar. Nakakalungkot pero okay na din kase solong, solo namin yung lugar. Less na din yung liwanag kase kakaunti na din yung mga ilaw na naka sindi gawa nga nang walang kumakain sa ngayon.

 

Yung Menu nila ay naka post na lang malapit sa counter, they do not have yung hardcopy for their customer. I guess isa na din ito sa mga precautionary measures nila for contactless transaction.

And social distancing needs to be observed. 

Eto yung makikita mo sa mga upuan at table na naka lagay😁

Oh da bah, ang Taray ng humor😁😂😁

We ordered WET Goto OMG Php 580.00

Good for 3-4 person hindi talaga namin naubos at madami pa ang tira kaya ni-take out na lang namin.

Bituka ng Baboy (twosome) Php 125.00

Chicharong Bulaklak (twosome) Php 150.00

Isaw ng Manok (threesome) Php 112.00

And of course hindi mawawala sa bawat Goto, Lugaw, Arrozcaldo and Tokwa't Baboy 2.0 na may masarap na sawsawan Php 225.00

And para naman sa aming panulak, we ordered Macadamia Coffee Php 80.00

saka Lecheng Avocado Php 108.00 and of course bottled water Php 35.00

Meron na din silang pasalubong corner;

Chicharot Puro Php 80.00

Chicharot Backfat Php 150.00

Chicharot Bundle (1 Puro, 1 Backfat, Chikret Chuka) Php 280.00

Chikret suka Php 85.00

DiliScious 100g Php 120.00

ChaPusit 90g Php 120.00

Yung Chikret Choyo at Chuka na sawsawan na pasalubaong or maiuuwi mo at ma-i-enjoy mo sa bahay mo anytime.

Masarap pa din at mabigat sa tiyan ang GOTO and na-enjoy din talaga namin yung moment na kami lang yung laman nang Gotohan.

See my previous post;

Goto Believe Kapitolyo

Goto Believe Mandaluyong

Address: 51 E Capitol Dr, Pasig, Metro Manila

Phone: 0917 701 5506

Service options: Dine-in · Takeout · Delivery

Hours: Open 24 hours Mondays to Sunday

Order: foodpanda.ph

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Goto Believe Kapitolyo

Went out too late for the evening yet too early for the morning.

Decided to have Goto with chums today and called Goto Believe Mandaluyong however they will be open only until 11PM tonight. They advised us that their Pasig Kapitolyo branch will be open tonight until 8am. Excited by the information I got, we headed directly to Pasig Kapitolyo after our shift.

Been here in the early morn of 15 May 0102AM

I indeed liked the place. It is more spacious than their Mandaluyong branch. I love those colorful tables that add energetic vibes to the store ambiance. That cutie wall art is indeed an eye-catcher and created something for you and your chums to talk about. The place is well-lit and well-ventilated. Those metal pipes used as ceiling light fixtures were a hit. 

And of course the food!!! it's always that very creative Pinoy favorite food is what we are actually here for. Same menu as what they have in Mandaluyong. I like their Cleanliness and their staff was very approachable and accommodating.

4 stars because parking is still a challenge 

See my post on this link for GOTO Believe Mandaluyong

GOTO Believe Kapitolyo Pasig Branch

Address: 51 E Capitol Drive, Pasig, Metro Manila

Telephone:

Hours of Operations: 

Mondays to Sundays 5PM to 8AM

#Goto,

#Lugaw,

#Pasig,

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#GotoBelieve,

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#GotoBelievePasig,

#istariray23laboy,

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#istariray23foodporn,

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